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Hard Candy (2005)
Wow! What A Disturing Film!
I knew nothing about the film prior to seeing it. I expected another semi-psychological "thriller." What a surprise. It is brilliantly acted. Ellen Page is particularly amazing. In fact after seeing the film I googled her name to see how old she really is since she plays a 14 year girl (she's 19). The film and the characters are well developed, you are pulled into the film while being repulsed by it. It is not visually graphic but like films like Psycho, you are terrified and believe you are seeing more than you really are. The ending is a bit confusing, but otherwise a great film. Hey perhaps they'll make a sequel - something like Hard Candy meets Silence of the Lamb!
Hangin' with the Homeboys (1991)
An Urban Male Comedy With Heart & Soul
A great movie. Seldom are young, urban men portrayed so humanely. The movie is very funny, but not superficial. They are confused young men trying to understand the world, women, and themselves. The film breaks movie stereotypes for these guys are struggling to make it in the world without crime, drugs or violence. Each of the 4 characters are well developed and wonderfully acted. The direction is great. NYC itself is almost a character in the film. The guys and the film takes place in the Bronx. Manhattan is viewed as the center of the universe while the Bronx (and they themselves) feel alienated from Manhattan and "making it." They're feelings of not really fitting in is demonstrated in their unwillingness to go to Manhattan. I've used the film in some of my college classrooms to discuss male friendships and male-female relationships. Great film!!!