kaps-2 Reviews

American Psycho (2000)

Although good, the film does not do the book justice

[25 April 2001]

I first saw American Psycho last spring, but it was not until last week that I finally read the book. I just rewatched the film last night. I was told to read the book because it made the film make more sense and after reading I have to say that it was one of the best novels that I have ever read. The film just seems to take chunks or scenes from the book and leaves with little to no context within the film. I think that the film turned out to be more of a slasher/detective film than a smart social commentary on yuppies in the 80s. Christian Bale captures the essence of Patrick Bateman, but Director Mary Harron does not do his character justice. She does not allow the audience the opportunity to attach themselves to this character as Bret Easton Ellis does in the book. I think that the film would have benefitted from more voiceover narration. You need to like Bateman more to understand the pain he feels from the world in which he lives. Harron does nothing but make us a fear a very scary but sexy man. Also, there was not enough emphasis placed upon the lifestyle of these wall streeters. I need more on fashion, gossip, and cocaine. With today's influx of movies on drugs there should have more drug use in this film, especially with all of the coke they all used in the novel.

I would love to remake this film using more from the film and placing more emphasis on Bateman's world not his reality of being a murderer. I would also like to have seen what Leonardo DiCaprio, who was originally supposed to play Bateman, would have done with this role.

Coyote Ugly (2000)

Cheesy, but who cares, it was a great movie.

[20 August 2000]

Ever since I saw the first trailer for Coyote Ugly, I knew that i had to see this movie. All I can say about it is that I loved it, despite a cheesy plot, the movie was great. the scenes in the bar were awesome--it made me just want to drop out of college and become a bartender--the songs are great--"Mr. O'Donnell" is the cutest thing ever-gotta love that accent--ok--there wasnt much depth--but who cares--i love this movie--i will probably see it a few more times in the theatre--and will even buy it--dont see it if want some depth but if you just want to have fun defintely see it--Coyote Ugly rocks my world!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Velocity of Gary (1998)

bad

[3/10 · 5 April 2000]

I tried watching this movie twice and could not get through it either time. Maybe if I gave it another chance I would enjoy it more, but right now I think it's horrible. So bad, disgusting characters, Ethan was the only thing that drew my attention to the film, too bad he only had a tiny tiny role. Sorry if you actually enjoyed this film.

High Fidelity (2000)

one of the best romantic comedies I've seen in awhile

[7/10 · 1 April 2000]

About a year ago I heard of High Fidelity by Nick Hornsby, and was thisclose to buying th book. For some reason though I didn't, there fore when the movie came out I felt obligated to see it. I had no expectations, but this movie was cute. Possibly John Cusack at his best. I am a huge fan of characters that narrate directly to the camera, so this movie was great in that aspect. Hilarious scenes in the record shop. Jack Black is awesome. Great story. Every thing that John Cusack's character says is so true and insightful. I that organizes his records autobiographical and that he explains how to make a good compilation tape. Overall a pretty funny and adorable film. Good characters. I enjoyed this film a great deal.