Hel3n Reviews

Goodfellas (1990)

The 'Don' of the gangster movies.

[16 November 2001]

Since watching this film I've been hooked on watching gangster movies, from 'The Godfather' to 'A Bronx Tale'. All are good (and the Godfather is a classic) but Goodfellas is my favourite. It is superbly cast, Deniro, Pesci and Liotta are all equally brilliant, possibly pulling off the best performance of their careers!

'Goodfellas' depicts the true story of life in the Mafia through the eyes of Henry Hill, originally told in the Book 'Wise Guys' by Nicholas Pileggi. Scorese's portrayal of the story brings it to life and I highly recommend it. If you are a fan of the gangster genre then 'Goodfellas' is not to be missed.

Batman Forever (1995)

Start this Party with a BANG!

[1 October 1999]

This is definitely the best of the four. The first couple were too dark, the fourth ...do I have to mention it? However this one was what Batman should be, a lotta fun. Jim Carrey and Tommy-lee Jones were perfectly cast as villains Two-face and the Riddler. It truly rocks!!!

The Faculty (1998)

A great film...if you're under 25.

[8 June 1999]

I was dragged to see this film by a friend unsure what to expect. I hadn't heard any publicity on it, except a very negative review in the paper...but it was definitely unjustified. I really enjoyed it! It wasn't meant to be taken seriously.. aliens taking over a high school ain't exactly academy award material! It's just meant to be fun! So ignore the hype, WATCH IT and make up your own mind. P.S COOL SOUND TRACK!

Alien 3 (1992)

Ripley's Nightmare!

[12 May 1999]

I think I'm being overgenerous in saying this third 'attempt' was disappointing. First off I was devastated by the way Hicks and Newt had been killed off and what can I say about poor Bishop being chucked into the rubbish?

Secondly you don't really care for any of the characters like in the previous Alien movies. It didn't help much that they were all bald and so you couldn't tell them apart!! Other than that this film isn't bad (and Resurrection) if you consider this. They never happened! Ripley is still in Hypersleep, having one long nightmare provoked by her experiences on LV426. After all she did end Aliens with Newt asking her 'can I dream?'. So that's what's happened. She'll wake up marry Hicks,adopt Newt and live happily ever after.(Yeah? and then they'll return to earth and discover that Hudson hadn't really died, he'd escaped the aliens clutches, found an abandoned ship and took off before the place was nuked!) Now I'm dreaming! O.k, but seriously I think if they must make ANOTHER alien film, they should try and answer the questions raised from the original movie like...

-Where are the aliens from in the first place?-Where did that boneship come from and what/who was the dead pilot?

Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989)

Most Triumphant!

[12 May 1999]

This has gotta be one of the most enjoyable movies ever!!(This and Bogus Journey) I just love it and live it. Did anyone else like me get raised eyebrows from teachers when you pronounced "Socrates"? Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves are just brilliant as the dimwitted teenagers. Bill Espreston Esquire (Winter) and Ted Theodore Logan (Reeves), who together are 'Wyld Stalions' are in danger of flunking history...if that happens Ted will be sent to military school in Alaska and then their band will never happen. This will have devastating consequences on the future, a society free of war, pollution, ("even the dirt is clean") thanx to Wyld Stalions music. But all is not lost...in comes Rufus, a sorta guardian angel type character from the future. He's come back in time to help'm out. And what better way of passing history than to have a time machine, "not bad!"

Shooting Stars (1993–2011)

More brilliant entertainment from Vic n' Bob.

[4 May 1999]

Quiz show hosted by the outrageously funny Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer that obeys no conventional rules! Two teams undergo bizarre tasks in order to win a fantastic cash prize...of about 5 quid! This is quality entertainment-expect the unexpected. Guaranteed laughs are provided with bizarre rounds such as "The Dove from Above" and scores kept by George Dawes "He's a baby!". What this doesn't make sense? Then you've got to watch it to understand. (And you'll be lucky if ya do!)

We really wanna see those fingers!

Maid Marian and Her Merry Men (1989–1994)

Childhood Fave.

[4 May 1999]

This programme was a classic, the plots were hysterical! The acting was brilliant and those ludicrous songs topped it all off!!!PLEASE BRING IT BACK!

If you're a "Red Dwarf" fan, see if you can spot "the Cat" as the cool rapper Barrington!

Red Dwarf (1988– )

Fun, Fun,Fun and more smeggin' fun!

[4 May 1999]

This show never ceases to make me laugh! It proves ya don't need a big budget to make a successful t.v series-just brilliant script writers and unique characters, each likeable in their own way. Lister's a laugh, The Cat's cool, Holly's a hoot and Kryton Kracks me up! Although I think the series 7 suffered a bit with a serious loss of Rimmer-let's face it someone was needed to be at the butt of all the jokes(!), it's def'ly back on top form with series 8!

Here are some of my favourite moments to support why it's one of the best (if not-*the* best-) sitcoms of all time....

CAT: I hate to go all technical on you but...all hands on deck, swirly thing alert!

HOLLY: They're dead Dave, everybody's dead, everybody is dead Dave.

KRYTEN: Sir just because I have a head shaped like a freak formation of mashed potatoes does not mean that I am unsophisticated.

LISTER: I've never read....a book.

RIMMER: It's simplicity, it's bold stark lines, pray what do you call it? LEGION: The lightswitch

The Goonies (1985)

Kid's Classic!

[4 May 1999]

I first watched this film when I was six and it's been part of me ever since. It's got all the right ingredients Pirates, treasure, villains and booby traps which make it so popular with kids and great escapism for adults reminiscing over their 80's childhood. Good stuff!

The Truman Show (1998)

UNMISSABLE!

[29 April 1999]

This is cinema at its best! A completely original and deeply moving masterpiece that left a real impression on me. You know a film's good when ya still thinking about it months later and this movie had many memorable moments!! (Especially that scene on the pier-it's unique!)

Brilliant performances by both Jim Carrey and Ed Harris. I don't get why Carrey got a golden globe but wasn't even nominated at the oscars! They both woz robbed!

Trust me when I say "SEEING THIS IS A MUST!"

Aliens (1986)

Nominees for "most watched film of all time go to"

[10/10 · 29 April 1999]

This is sci-fi, action, horror all rolled into one! This film totally kicks some serious alien butt! Simply becoz it's got it all! Stunning affects, gripping suspense, believable characters, and the music adds to the thrill of the ride!

Films come and go with the current trends but this film has definitely surpassed the test of time. It's my most watched movie and just becoz I now know the lines by heart, I'm still chilled by the suspense of it all (and I still laugh at Hudson!!)

(By the way Crowe does speak...Just after Vasquez has done the push ups after coming out of hyper-sleep, Crowe grabs her hand and says "Oh Vasqez, that's just too bad")