NBAluke579's movie reviews.

Okay so here's the quick round up of what I've reviewed so far and the ratings I give each film.

The Shining. . Kubrick's haunting horror masterpiece immerses you inside the mysterious,foreboding Overlook Hotel. A chilling,frightening film.

Only God Forgives-. Visually stunning yet rather hollow,OGF is film that's polarizing and rather cold but a solid effort from Drive director Nicholas Winding Refn.

Aguirre:Wrath of God-. Unflinching portrayal of a descent into the heart of darkness, as conquistadors attempt to find the fabled city of El Dorado.

Mulholland Dr.-+. David Lynch's surreal masterpiece is poetic and astonishingly captivating.His greatest achievement in cinema.

Dredd-. Furiously entertaining action flick already considered a cult classic. Dredd is an action-lovers dream come true.

Blue Velvet-+. Lynch's Blue Velvet is a beautiful American classic about the evil lurking beneath the glossy surface of a small town.A textbook great.

You're Next-. Deliciously entertaining horror flick,a underrated gem in the vein of 80's horror slasher flicks. Bloody fun.

In Bruges-+. Fantastic black comedy about a novice Hitman after he failed his first assignment.Sharp dialogue,great characters, and thrilling action scenes.

Prometheus-. Ambitious but flawed sci-fi.Prometheus works but fails to live up to the legacy of it's superior predecessor Alien.A mixed bag.

The Place Beyond The Pines-. Ambitious to a fault, but still a great film from 2013 with bold storytelling and great performances.

12 Angry Men-. A tense courtroom drama that thrills and immerses the viewer in the heart of a case that isn't as simple as it seems.Classic cinema

The Fall-. Flawed, but visually dazzling. Worth a watch if not only for the stunning beauty of the grand visuals on display.

Stalker-. Hauntingly bleak sci-fi film by genius russian director Andrei Tarkovsky.A visual experience that has to be experienced.

On the Waterfront-. Classic Hollywood melodrama about a conflicted protagonist who is fighting against his own conscience. Brilliant performance by the great Marlon Brando.

Rope-+. Solid effort by the great Alfred Hitchcock. Tense and entertaining film set in only one location.

Suspiria-. Gorgeous visuals,eerie score, and great atmosphere make Suspiria a very visceral experience.Imperfect, but excellent horror nonetheless.

Eraserhead-.Strange,surreal directorial debut for the great David Lynch.Uncomfortable,yet strangely personal.

Twin Peaks:Fire Walk With Me-. Nightmarish, and claustrophobic FWWM is a underrated film about the last days of Laura Palmer's life.Very unsettling.

Interview with The Vampire-. Excellent period piece depicting the lives of immortal Vampires.Riveting,and insightful.

Collateral-.Entertaining,efficient if a bit predictable crime thriller

One Hour Photo-. Severely underrated character study.Efficient cinematography and an overlooked performance by Robin Williams.

Brick-. A unique neo-noir that's well made and atmospheric, but a bit cold and lifeless.Still an interesting concept and solid if flawed execution.

Rashomon-.Akira Kurosawa's classic tale is a examination of human-nature and our persisting need to lie and twist truth to out favor.

Se7en-. David Fincher's bleak film Se7en is an atmospheric,hard-boiled neo-noir is a near-perfect thriller.

The Godfather-. Undisputed cinematic masterpiece.

Django Unchained-.Tarantino's take on the spaghetti western is entertaining and fun,but turns self-indulgent in the prolonged final act.

Identity-. Decent horror thriller that's worth at least a one-time watch.

Battle Royale-. Bloody,tense thriller about students forced to kill each other until there's only one left standing.A more mature version of The Hunger Games.

Psycho- Hitchcock horror classic has aged like fine wine.

The Untouchables- A mess of a gangster flick with few redeeming qualities.

Robocop-. This 80's action classic is entertaining,action-packed and filled with sharp satire. A very fun film.

The Dark Knight Rises-.A severely flawed,bloated action film that still manages to thrill and entertain.

Sin City-. Extremely entertaining comic-book film thats unparalleled fun.

Prisoners-.Bleak,uncomfortable thriller about child kidnapping.One of the best films of 2013, a sharp thriller.

The Silence of The Lambs-+.Masterfully crafted mystery thriller featuring magnetic performances and a engaging script.

Goodfellas-. Scorsese masterpiece portraying the highs and lows of the mob.

Blood Simple-. A Bold,enthralling crime thriller.

The Good,The Bad,and The Ugly-. Classic spaghetti western from the great Sergio Leone.

Brazil-. Excellent dark comedy about a dystopian future. Weird,strange,and insightful.

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A few Kubrick films reviewed:

Paths of Glory-. Kubrick's Paths of Glory is one of his greatest films and honestly one of the greatest war films ever made. Paths of Glory doesn't glorify war or fetishize it, instead it tells a harrowing story about corruption,fear,hypocrisy, and overall just the internal horrors of wars in human history. Set during WW1, Paths of Glory puts us headfirst into the trenches. Troops are told to advance on the enemy position which will almost certainly end in their deaths, yet most the soldiers end up not leaving the trench. Because of this act of "cowardice", some of these men are sentenced to death by firing squad. This film isn't sentimental, it isn't propaganda.It's a brutally honest depiction of war, and how sometimes the biggest enemy is on your own side.A truly great film.




2001:A Space Odyssey-. There's no way of getting around it. 2001 is a masterpiece of cinema. It's not because of plot, it's not because of characters, nor is it because of pure entertainment. 2001:A Space Odyssey is a masterpiece because of it's ambition. Ambition and scope so grand, almost no other film in cinema history can approach the amount of depth this film has.2001 is a very polarizing movie. Little to nothing happens, the amount of dialogue is minimal,...but it's all so captivating. The cinematography is literally majestic, and the haunting music accompanying the beautiful imagery is almost heavenly.

The film's opening scene is easily one of the greatest scenes I have ever seen, and will ever see. It says so much without saying a single word. Kubrick doesn't need to spoon-feed the audience, or give them a little voice-over narration explaining everything step by step. He leaves it up to the audience to peace together what they see and make their own interpretation for whats occurring on screen. This "show dont tell" technique works brilliantly for this film.The movie is more a poem, or a piece of art rather than a film.There are people that absolutely loathe this movie, and i get that.I do. But I think it's scale,ambition,themes,and overall message elevate it to almost unprecedented levels. A film that says so much about mankind, and how far we've come and how far we can still go. It's so hopeful and inspiring, that you can't help but applaud the director for even daring to attempt something like this.2001:A Space Odyssey is art.

Pan's Labyrinth-+. Pan's Labyrinth out of the last decade or so is one of the better films to come along. It's a visual feast with rich cinematography,lush visual design and a fantastic sense of place and time.It takes place during the post Civil-War Spain,and a young girl named Ophelia tries to keep her self occupied even though there's a war raging around her.The film is a dark fantasy, and the way the scenes of fantasy are juxtaposed alongside the horrors of the war is absolutely brilliant.This really is just as much a war film as it is a fantasy.One would think combining these two genres into one film wouldn't work, but it flows almost seamlessly.Ophelia's stepfather Captain Vidal is one of the greatest villains in recent memory. He is despicable,treacherous, and just downright evil. This is a very dark film, and as bleak as things get its still hopeful. It's a very well-made film from Guillermo Del Toro, and a fine example of contemporary Fantasy.

Halloween-+. Halloween has always been a film I really admired. It's one of the greatest horror flicks ever made and for good reason. What makes Halloween superior to most other horror films is how efficient it is. It's so simple, but astonishingly terrifying.The character of Michael Myers inexplicably murders his sister and boyfriend one fateful Halloween and he's locked up.There's no reason for why he murders,and we have no idea how he looks beneath the mask. He's a silent monster that does only one thing...kill.Throughout the film he even ends up being called "The Boogeyman" and honestly thats what he is.The movie has little to no blood, and it's rather tame for today's standards. But it doesn't need to be bloody.The tension and suspense are brilliantly calculated, and the performances are great as well with the likes of Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasence.Oh and I can't forget to mention the haunting,eerie theme which permeates throughout the entire film.As far as the horror genre goes, Halloween is just about as good as your gonna get.





The Star Wars Original Trilogy-I'm choosing to review the entire trilogy(A New Hope,Empire Strikes Back,and Return of The Jedi) because I feel the entire trilogy as a whole ends up amounting to one of the greatest cinematic experiences one could ever experience. Star Wars is a triumph of filmmaking and for so many reasons.The stunning visual effects and incredible sets,the eclectic cast of interesting characters, the incredible soundtrack and an unparalleled sense of fun and adventure.They're films both children and adults can appreciate.They're pure escapism, pure unadulterated fun.Star Wars is a simple story of Good Vs. Evil, but its done so extremely well. We've seen these characters before.The naive protagonist, the damsel in distress,the arrogant yet kind-hearted anti-hero,etc. But everything feels fresh and original nonetheless. It's an excellent amalgamation of Old and New.

If I had to rank the original three films in terms of quality, It would be: Empire Strikes Back>A New Hope>Return of The Jedi.ESB is my personal favorite of the entire trilogy because it feels the most mature and each setpiece, each scene is extremely memorable and mesmerizing. Each set and location oozes with atmosphere and life, and you become so immersed inside the lore of this massive world.A New Hope is a perfect introduction to the saga, and while Return of The Jedi is the most flawed of the three I still think it's an excellent film thats a great closing chapter to everything that has come before.In terms of how I'd rate them individually it would be:
A New Hope
Empire Strikes Back+
Return of The Jedi.

But to the overall series I give it a .Pure cinematic adventure and fun in a rich,well-realized universe.

Amadeus-Amadeus is a rich,well-realized biopic about the legendary composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This film tells his tale through the narration of his "friend" Antonio Salieri. Salieri admits to having murdered Mozart, and the film is basically him recounting everything about his life and his time with the young composer.The film features superb cinematography,incredible sets,gorgeous costumes and incredible attention to period detail. It's able to immerse you into this world with ease, and its a joy to watch as well.The film in a way is not just the tale of Mozart, but also the tale of Salieri.Salieri envies Mozart, and this envy quickly turns to sinister obsession.The film is a character-study of these two men.They feel like actual human-beings rather than caricatures or stereotypes.The acting is absolutely incredible from the entire cast, and I especially laud Tom Hulce's stellar performance as the great Amadeus. In sum, Amadeus is a stunning biopic and one of the best films of the 1980's.







The Thin Red Line-Terrance Malick's 1998 war film The Thin Red Line is a beautifully photographed meditation on war,human frailty,and nature.The stunning juxtaposition between war and nature is pleasure to behold.Featuring a massive cast of talented actors, TTRL is an immersive war film but in a much different way than you are used to. It's less about battles,and combat and more about the physicality of war and a gentle philosophy on human nature.Not his greatest film,but a very good effort from an extremely talented director. +







Shame-Shame is an unflinching,honest and earnestly unbiased depiction of addiction. The film's director Steve McQueen has proved himself to be one of the most capable filmmakers working today. He shows honest portrayals of human suffering,whether physically or mentally.He doesn't hold back with this film, and you get a cold,damp look at the life of a man with some serious issues. Michael Fassbender is spellbinding in this role, truly one of the greatest young actors in Hollywood today.His performance is nuanced,subtle and subdued.The cinematography is crisp,vibrant and assured. A very impressive feature from a technical standpoint.In sum Shame is a fantastic,fantastic movie that's easily one of the best in recent memory.Can't wait to see what else this director has in store for us.







The Social Network. David Fincher's The Social Network is an engrossing,compelling and extremely entertaining film about the creation of Facebook.The film is very mature with it's subject matter and walks a very neutral line in portraying the characters involved in the creation of the almighty Facebook.The movie doesn't take sides, and shows the characters in an unbiased light.Jesse Eisenberg impresses with his portrayal of Mark Zuckerberg.Zuckerberg is not glorified whatsoever, in fact he is actually shown to be a jealous,hypocritical and vain individual. Magnetic performances from the actors, a tight script, great cinematography and direction really make this a home run for Fincher. One of the most captivating films of the last 5 years, and honestly a movie that might end up being one of the defining films of the 21st century.The Social Network easily earns a

Loved Amadeus. Need to revisit The Thin Red Line, it's been way too long.

Winter Light-Ingmar Bergman's cold existential film Winter Light deals with a priest who has lost his belief in God.A harrowing depiction of a man who no longer believes is both depressing,yet captivating. I'm sure we've all at one time or another have questioned our own beliefs,and Bergman plays upon this subject matter with great care and insight.Not a film I would want to rewatch, nor a film that's supposed to generate warmth for the viewer.Winter Light is a nihilistic,rather depressing film that forces us to to ask ourselves if there really is a higher power. Great performances, and solid if unmemorable cinematography round out this solid movie. I give it a




Boogie Nights-Boogie Nights is an ambitious,character-driven film by the extremely talented director Paul Thomas Anderson. PTA is able to craft believable,life-like characters and tell incredible stories about these characters.A film reminiscent of "Goodfellas",Boogie Nights is a Scorsese'esque film with a great ensemble cast and a story spanning many years in the industry. Boogie Nights shows the highs and lows of the Pornographic film industry,you will see the good and you will see the bad.Full of sharp dialogue,witty humor,and an outstanding soundtrack Boogie Nights is a joy to watch.Yet it can turn extremely serious and bleak in the blink of an eye. The tightly-woven, focused script helps mold a dynamic and interesting plot that really makes the film something special.An incredible character-driven film, and one of the best films of the 1990's.2 1/2 hours very well spent.+

Citizen Kane- Whenever discussing a film of such relevance and greatness it is always important to note whether you believe it is as great as the reputation that precedes it.In my case,yes. Citizen Kane is a masterpiece of cinema, a revolutionary film that changed the landscape of film forever when it was released back in 1941. A film with grand ambitions, and grand themes that are as relevant today as they were over 70 years ago when the film was first created.Citizen Kane is the greatest directorial debut in cinema history,by the extremely talented Orson Welles. To think that at such a young age, he was able to craft one of the greatest if not the greatest film in the course of cinema. Do I personally think it's the best film ever made? I'm not sure,but it's hard to deny it's greatness.It's definitely one of the ten best the silver screen has ever seen.

Watching Citizen Kane for the first time is rather difficult as each second you are waiting for it leave you in awe. It is after-all the greatest film of all-time according to many lists and film critics. I didn't immediately fall with the film when first watching it, although I did really like it.But once you let it sink in, and the more you think about the film the more you end up loving it,respecting it, and even adoring it.Citizen Kane is a character-study about a man who had it all. Charles Foster Kane. A millionaire living in a massive mansion, who before dying whispered one final word before his death ."Rosebud" is the last word to come out of this man's mouth.The rest of the film is a reporter scrambling to find the meaning of this final word,while learning about Kane through the people who apparently knew him best.Charles Foster Kane was a man larger than life,a man who seemingly had it all yet in the end died all alone.Over the course of the film we learn about as much as an audience could about this man. It's a grand,tragic,ambitious and beautiful film.And by the time the film's final haunting scene rolls around you feel like you witnessed something truly unforgettable.

I can't review this film without mentioning the technical aspects as well.The cinematography is gorgeous,with incredible sets,fantastic camera angles,stunning lighting, and an incredible sense of time and place.It's a feast to the eyes, and Citizen Kane really is one of the most atmospheric films ever made. It's techniques that continue to be used today.The acting is absolutely incredible as well, with Orson Welles giving an outstanding landmark performance as Kane. It's all the more impressive knowing the man behind the camera is also in front of it.In the end Citizen Kane is an essential piece of film, an undisputed masterpiece of cinema.A film that completely changed the landscape of movies as a whole.Citizen Kane gets .

The next time you watch it, try to take notice of the script a little. I know I'm always banging on about it, but that's because it seems to be the forgotten or most overlooked part of the film when, IMO, it's up there with Chinatown as the best screenplay ever written.

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I just love what the movie represents. A man who wants love for himself, but is incapable of giving it. A truly tragic and immersive story.

The Before Trilogy(Before Sunrise,Sunset,and Midnight)- I recently completed my viewing of this fantastic trilogy of romance films, and I must say they have already become one of the greatest trilogies I have ever seen.I'm choosing to review them as whole for this review rather than the individual films. I'll start it off by saying that these films feel like experiences rather than movies. These films are all about two wonderful,interesting and realistic characters:Jesse and Celine.Ethan Hawke's and Julie Delpy's chemistry is absolutely stunning. You forget that you are watching a movie, and you feel like you are watching two actual human-beings converse and fall in love. Nothing seems forced or artificial. The dialogue flows naturally,and the results are magical. Throughout the series you see these two people change and develop, and by the completion of the trilogy you feel as if you witnessed something magnificent.

Between each film 8 years pass in real life.In the very first film "Before Sunrise" the two are young,naive,and innocent.They end up meeting in a train heading toward Vienna, and they eventually end up spending the entire afternoon and night together.Sparks fly, and you as the viewer are witnessing two people fall in love. It's sweet,tender,and it feels sincere.By the end of the film the two part their separate ways, not knowing that they would end up meeting 8 years later.The second film "Before Sunset" sees the two reunited once again and their love is rekindled. While "Before Sunset" is the weakest film of the trilogy, you still see how much they're grown and changed. They're no longer optimistic young adults and they've changed a lot for better or worse.People change in real-life and so do Jesse and Celine.The final part of the trilogy "Before Midnight" is easily the strongest of the trilogy, and the most heartbreaking as well.Jesse and Celine are older,much more mature and their age is showing. It's these films adult,mature take on the genre that makes them so fantastic.I am unsure if there are going to be any more films in this series, but I think "Before Midnight" is a perfect stopping point.

In sum the "Before" series is a incredible trilogy. The fantastic acting and chemistry between the two leads, the excellent dialogue and scripts, and nice cinematography all add up to create three modern classics. I rate the overall series a +. They're great.

A few short mini-reviews:

Drive-I adore Drive. I think its a stylish,riveting,entertaining brilliantly executed thriller from Director Nicholas Winding Refn. Ryan Gosling is magnetic as a silent getaway driver who ends up falling for a single mother. Gosling is mostly mute throughout this film and communicates mostly through facial expressions and body language rather than pure dialogue. It's a bold choice, but it works wonders as over the course of the film we see The Driver's calm persona fall apart and we see just what he is capable off.The supporting cast is stellar as well featuring the likes Carey Mulligan,Ron Pearlman, and Bryan Cranston. The direction and cinematography is absolutely stunning. This atmospheric neo-noir has a brilliant sense of place.Each shot is brilliantly composed and lit.The movie features one of the best soundtracks in recent memory, all complementing the film's mood.The story while extremely simple, works well but it's not the highlight of this film.Drive is not a film for everybody and many might be put off by the long silent pauses and slow pace. But I feel many will find something to enjoy in this stylish,brilliantly realized neo-noir. .







Serenity. Firefly is one of my favorite shows and it really is a shame it had such a short run with only 1 season total. Firefly had an eclectic,interesting and sympathetic group of characters who you really came to love, and seeing them reunite for one final film is just awesome. Serenity isn't a game-changing Sci-Fi movie or anything like that, but it is a thoroughly entertaining,exciting,and just outright fun summer blockbuster.Its a excellent conclusion to the series, and Its a film that I feel is very satisfying to fans and it can even be enjoyed by those who haven't seen the series. Serenity is just a blast. +.







Gravity-I saw this film in the movie theater in 3D and I must say the film blew me away with it's gorgeous visuals.The stunning cinematography was bold,stylish and expertly crafted immersing you in this tense space thriller.Plus this is one of those very rare instances where I will say that the 3D actually increases the viewing experience rather than hinder it. Gravity is immensely entertaining and at times very,very suspenseful.It's done extremely well and Sandra Bullock really holds her own in a damn fine performance that is sure to receive numerous nominations come Awards season.Gravity a visceral,engaging thriller but it is a bit flat with it's human story. Overall I think Gravity is easily one of the best films of 2013 and a triumph for Alfonso Cuaron. I don't think its perfect and I'm not quite sure how the experience would be if I was merely watching it on DVD. I give it a +.

Oh Drive. I think that might be the greatest kiss scene I have ever seen. So powerful and stylistic. His last interaction with her.

Oh yeah I agree completely. That scene is absolutely stunning. Beautifully shot, and extremely powerful.

Ah Serenity and Firefly. My favorite TV show and one of my top 50 favorite movies!

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Fear and Loathing in MoFo... The Gunslinger 45's Top 50 Favorite Films

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True Romance-True Romance is an outrageously fun,exciting and often hilarious crime thriller.The movie Stars Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette as two newlyweds who are on the run from the mob for stealing a massive amount of cocaine. The couple on the run theme has been done in numerous films including "Badlands" and "Wild at Heart", but True Romance still feels fresh throughout.The dialogue is written by Quentin Tarantino himself so those familiar with his style of films will feel right at home.The movie features gruesome violence,shoot-outs, and numerous scenes of explicit violence to shake things up.The chemistry between the two leads is sincere, and the film's juxtaposition of violence and true love is quite sweet.The movie has a magnificent supporting cast,including the likes of Dennis Hopper,Brad Pitt,James Gandolfini,Christopher Walken,and even Gary Oldman as a ruthless drug-dealer with dreads and a Jamaican accent. There's a scene around the middle of the film that is easily one of the greatest scenes of dialogue I have ever seen.To those that have seen the film you know exactly what I'm talking about.Overall, True Romance is an entertaining,action-packed romance crime thriller that is sure to please Tarantino fans or those looking for a fast-paced,energetic crime thriller. It's certainly not for everybody, but it still earns a damn solid .









Mud-I must say Mud really blew me away.Wow,did not mean to rhyme right there but allow me to carry on. Mud is southern coming-of-age tale about two boys who end up befriending a convict on the run simply called "Mud". Mathew McConaughey is absolutely brilliant in this role, and I really hope his performance is recognized during Awards Season.McConaughey has made a complete rejuvenation as an actor over the last several years, and I applaud him for deciding to put his acting skill to good use.But it's not just his performance that I praise, its the two kids as well. Child actors are usually poor, but the ones in this film are phenomenal.This film never feels sappy, or sentimental, honestly its the exact opposite of that. Mud feels like a very adult film,and the film is done extremely well all-around.The cinematography is great, the script is engaging and well realized, and the performances are great. I can't praise it enough, I am really glad that I decided to check this film out.Mud is just a great film,one of the absolute best of 2013 and a perfect showcase of McConaughey's acting range. .Its a great film.

A quick 2013 round-up of some great films:



Dallas Buyer's Club-
Stunning performances by McConaughey and Jared Leto, great direction, and an engaging script makes Dallas Buyer's Club a truly great film. The movie is about a man in the 80's who becomes diagnosed with HIV, and learns he only has 30 days to live. He tries to spend his time helping others with the lethal illness by attempting to get them the drugs they need. The movie is harrowing and not a light-watch, but it's very well-made all-around and worth a watch. McConaughey is the man.



12 years a slave-
Steve McQueen's film about slavery is harrowing,powerful and unflinching. "oscar-bait" this is not. The movie focuses on the life of one man Solomon Northup, and how he was a free-man living with his family until one day he was sold into slavery. The movie shows the 12 horrifying years of his life as a slave and we get to witness the brutality of slavery through his eyes. The movie handles the subject matter delicately, and the movie doesn't hold back in showing the atrocities that occurred. The performances are outstanding, especially from Ejiofor and Fassbender. The cinematography is phenomenal, with stellar camerawork and gorgeous lighting. The script is engaging and well-written,never for a second dull.One of the best films of 2013, a masterful piece of work that both disturbs yet enlightens.


American Hustle-
American Hustle is a film that reminds me a lot of Scorsese's directing style. Is that a bad thing? Absolutely not, cause director David O. Russel still manages to put in his own ingredients to concoct a delightfully entertaining,hilarious, and brilliantly realized film. The movie is all about the performances. The story is solid(although not great), but that doesn't really matter because of how interesting the characters are. The A-list stars include Christian Bale,Jeremy Renner,Jennifer Lawrence, and Bradley Cooper. They are all given time to shine, and by the end of the movie you feel like you really got to know them. The cinematography is smooth,the costumes and detail are fantastic, and the soundtrack is exceptional. It's just a very amusing film to see, and one energetic piece of filmmaking.It gets a + from me.I loved it.


The Wolf of Wall Street-
This movie is a blast from beginning to end. This 3-hour Scorsese flick just might be the best film of 2013 and for good reason. The performances are outstanding,especially DiCaprio who gives the best performance I've ever seen from him. He was born to play this role, that is all I have to say. The movie is very well-made and beautiful to look at. The movie is incredibly funny, and quite possibly the funniest movie i've seen all year as well.The movie hooks you immediately and never lets go, time really does fly while you are watching it. It's not a movie for everybody due to the explicit content and how much profanity,sex,and drugs you see over the 3-hour runtime. I did not have a problem with this whatsoever because I appreciate the fact the movie didn't hold back in showing the type of life the main character lived. It's a life of excess,extravagance, and questionable behavior. I didn't feel the movie glorified what was happening on screen, in fact i think Scorsese took a unbiased look at this sort of life. Just like how Goodfellas shows the highs and lows of mob life, this film shows the highs and lows of an extremely wealthy Wall St. stock broker.I am a big fan of Scorsese and this movie felt very similar to his previous works, yet it felt refreshingly new as well. That's the best thing about the film. How entertaining,energetic, and fun it all is. It's a brave piece of filmmaking and only Scorsese could have made a film as good as this. Easily his best since Goodfellas. .Hope Leo finally gets that oscar he deserves.

Inside Llewyn Davis-Another fantastic movie from the Coen Brothers. Its about a folk singer who tries to become famous, but is never able to do so. It's a gorgeous looking film, with fantastic cinematography and tone. The acting is great, and the script is very good as well. I loved it.


Here are some quick ratings I give to some other good films from 2013:
Lone Survivor-. Thoroughly engaging war flick with thrilling action sequences. Worth a look.
Rush-. Very solid flick.
Her-Highly recommend. Movie is fantastic.Going to be a modern classic.With a rewatch it might become one of my all-time favorites.+
Don Jon-. Decent directorial debut for JGL. Pretty funny and quite clever.Worth a watch.
Pain and Gain-.Entertaining dark comedy from Michael Bay.Very flawed but very amusing and hilarious. Worth a chance.

Nice. I loved Dallas Buyer's Club and The Wolf of Wall Street. 12 Years A Slave, Rush, and American Hustle are all olid movies. I expect to love Her and will be seeing it tomorrow. Haven't seen the other 2013 movies you've listed.

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