This documentary is very well put together. You can combine it's facts, interviews, or detail- and it's hard to not rate this anything below 10 stars.
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Chapter 27
(2007)
Chapter 27 won't meet everyone's taste. It accomplishes its job, a disturbing look into the life of Mark David Chapman.
18 April 2017
Warning: Spoilers
Chapter 27 stars Jared Leto as Mark David Chapman, the murderer of John Lennon. Recently, I've gotten more into the Beatles, Paul McCartney, and John Lennon himself. Everyone knows about the murder, but not the story behind it. Chapter 27 does a terrific job telling the story. The only Jared Leto movie I've ever really seen was Suicide Squad and, hate me as you will, I was pretty impressed. Jared does NOT disappoint in this movie. I've seen interviews with Chapman, and Leto completely nailed it. I never thought I'd say this, but Lindsay Lohan was really good! This movie is a true masterpiece. It may not be the complete truth, but it gives you the story. Jared Leto's Mark David Chapman feels like a real person, not a character. This is one of the best biopics I've ever seen. Chapter 27 isn't supposed to be fun or a good time...it's putting you into the mind of the sick-man that is Mark David Chapman. You listen to the tortured, obsessive, thoughts as he rambles on and on. The script is written terrifically. The editing really fits the story.
John Lennon's murder is one of the saddest things I've ever heard, and I'll run you through it briefly: Mark David Chapman was abused as a kid. He turned to music to seek refuge from the real world. Who'd he listen to? The Beatles. He began to fantasize about having king-like power over a group of imaginary "little people" who lived in the walls of his bedroom. Over time, Chapman developed a series of obsessions, including the novel: The Catcher in the Rye, and the Beatles' front-man, John Lennon. Though Chapman idolized Lennon, he turned against The Beatles after becoming a Christian. He was angered at Lennon's comment saying that they were "more popular than Jesus.", a comment Lennon apologized for a few days later. Chapman also said that he had a hit list of people in mind, including David Bowie, Johnny Carson, Elizabeth Taylor, and more, but John Lennon seemed to be the easiest to find. Mark flew into New York in December 1980, intending to kill Lennon. Around 10:50 p.m., the Lennons' limousine returned to the Dakota, where they were staying. Lennon and Ono got out, passed Chapman and walked toward the entrance of the building. He softly called out "Mr. Lennon.", Chapman fired, and dropped into a crouched position. Five shots were fired from a .38 special revolver, four of which hit Lennon in the back and left shoulder, puncturing the left lung and left subclass artery. Chapman remained at the scene, reading The Catcher in the Rye, until the police arrived. John Winston Lennon was pronounced dead 11:07 p.m. at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center.
The movie in no way glorifies Chapman. He is presented as the pathetic loser, as he actually was. Coincidentally, Mark Chapman plays John Lennon. No, this is not a joke. Chapter 27 won't meet everyone's taste. It accomplishes its job, a disturbing look into the life of Mark David Chapman.
John Lennon's murder is one of the saddest things I've ever heard, and I'll run you through it briefly: Mark David Chapman was abused as a kid. He turned to music to seek refuge from the real world. Who'd he listen to? The Beatles. He began to fantasize about having king-like power over a group of imaginary "little people" who lived in the walls of his bedroom. Over time, Chapman developed a series of obsessions, including the novel: The Catcher in the Rye, and the Beatles' front-man, John Lennon. Though Chapman idolized Lennon, he turned against The Beatles after becoming a Christian. He was angered at Lennon's comment saying that they were "more popular than Jesus.", a comment Lennon apologized for a few days later. Chapman also said that he had a hit list of people in mind, including David Bowie, Johnny Carson, Elizabeth Taylor, and more, but John Lennon seemed to be the easiest to find. Mark flew into New York in December 1980, intending to kill Lennon. Around 10:50 p.m., the Lennons' limousine returned to the Dakota, where they were staying. Lennon and Ono got out, passed Chapman and walked toward the entrance of the building. He softly called out "Mr. Lennon.", Chapman fired, and dropped into a crouched position. Five shots were fired from a .38 special revolver, four of which hit Lennon in the back and left shoulder, puncturing the left lung and left subclass artery. Chapman remained at the scene, reading The Catcher in the Rye, until the police arrived. John Winston Lennon was pronounced dead 11:07 p.m. at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center.
The movie in no way glorifies Chapman. He is presented as the pathetic loser, as he actually was. Coincidentally, Mark Chapman plays John Lennon. No, this is not a joke. Chapter 27 won't meet everyone's taste. It accomplishes its job, a disturbing look into the life of Mark David Chapman.
Sandy Wexler
(2017)
Sandy Wexler was a long, but enjoyable movie. I'd recommend!
17 April 2017
Sandy Wexler stars Adam Sandler as a talent manager working in Los Angeles in the 1990s. He is representing a group of eccentric clients on the fringes of show business. His devotion is put to the test when he falls in love with his newest client, Courtney Clarke, a tremendously talented singer who he discovers at an amusement park. Over the course of a decade, the two of them play out a star- crossed love story.
I honestly think Sandy Wexler had potential. Adam Sandler was...actually pretty good. The all around acting was actually pretty great! One of the things that originally turned me off of this movie originally was Sandler's voice. I mean, it worked in one movie, dude! The voice wasn't too annoying..you can actually get used it after a while. Though, being a movie critic, I did notice this movie was edited terribly. There's this one scene where Sandy is talking to Courtney. He picks up his drink, and in the next shot it disappears. It is also blatantly obvious Sandler did some voice overs on his already completed scenes. There's parts where you can see his lips moving, but words are coming out faster.
There are actually a few funny parts! It's not painful in the way Jack and Jill was. Wow! I'm shivering just thinking of it!
Like many of Sandler's movies, there are way too many celebrity appearances. Some of these include Quincy Jones, Paul Blart..I mean...Kevin James, David Spade, Conan, Jimmy Kimmel, Chris Rock, Quincy Jones, Vanilla Ice, Terry Crews, Rikishi, Weird Al, and Garth himself, Dana Carvey. The movie is full of cameos like these. Though, they all come together in the end. At times, Kevin James' character feels way too forced. Compared to Wexler's other clients, he wins the most on-air time. Sure, the first few scenes with him were funny, but by 2 scenes of James', you think 'How many times are they going to pull the same dumb joke?'
The movie did benefit from being on Netflix, and not an actual movie. Sandler's past few movies bombed, and this would've, too.
The movie is set in the 90's, but it didn't need to be. The 90's aspect is so forgettable, when there could've been so much more to it! Though, there is a scene where Courtney falls in love with a coffee chain owner (Starbucks), and Sandy says it will never work. With the inclusion of Weird Al and QUincy Jones, this movie would be better set in the 80's, not 90's. It did have nice use of older footage. For example, Courtney goes to the 1995 Grammy Awards. We see shots from other artists from the original show.
Sandy Wexler accomplished its job: a forgettable comedy. Sure, it's enjoyable, but at over 2 hours long, you almost want it to end halfway through. The movie really does pick up by the end.
Is Sandler back to being funny? Well, this was a great start. If Sandler does another Sandy he'll be back. This was an enjoyable movie, which I'd recommend.
I honestly think Sandy Wexler had potential. Adam Sandler was...actually pretty good. The all around acting was actually pretty great! One of the things that originally turned me off of this movie originally was Sandler's voice. I mean, it worked in one movie, dude! The voice wasn't too annoying..you can actually get used it after a while. Though, being a movie critic, I did notice this movie was edited terribly. There's this one scene where Sandy is talking to Courtney. He picks up his drink, and in the next shot it disappears. It is also blatantly obvious Sandler did some voice overs on his already completed scenes. There's parts where you can see his lips moving, but words are coming out faster.
There are actually a few funny parts! It's not painful in the way Jack and Jill was. Wow! I'm shivering just thinking of it!
Like many of Sandler's movies, there are way too many celebrity appearances. Some of these include Quincy Jones, Paul Blart..I mean...Kevin James, David Spade, Conan, Jimmy Kimmel, Chris Rock, Quincy Jones, Vanilla Ice, Terry Crews, Rikishi, Weird Al, and Garth himself, Dana Carvey. The movie is full of cameos like these. Though, they all come together in the end. At times, Kevin James' character feels way too forced. Compared to Wexler's other clients, he wins the most on-air time. Sure, the first few scenes with him were funny, but by 2 scenes of James', you think 'How many times are they going to pull the same dumb joke?'
The movie did benefit from being on Netflix, and not an actual movie. Sandler's past few movies bombed, and this would've, too.
The movie is set in the 90's, but it didn't need to be. The 90's aspect is so forgettable, when there could've been so much more to it! Though, there is a scene where Courtney falls in love with a coffee chain owner (Starbucks), and Sandy says it will never work. With the inclusion of Weird Al and QUincy Jones, this movie would be better set in the 80's, not 90's. It did have nice use of older footage. For example, Courtney goes to the 1995 Grammy Awards. We see shots from other artists from the original show.
Sandy Wexler accomplished its job: a forgettable comedy. Sure, it's enjoyable, but at over 2 hours long, you almost want it to end halfway through. The movie really does pick up by the end.
Is Sandler back to being funny? Well, this was a great start. If Sandler does another Sandy he'll be back. This was an enjoyable movie, which I'd recommend.
Get Out
(I) (2017)
Jordan Peele is amazing!
27 February 2017
Warning: Spoilers
Get Out is a 2017 horror film directed by one half of the best comedy duo, Jordan Peele. I wasn't expecting this movie to be good at all. Peele did an amazing job at blending the horror and comedy. Now, I'm going to give you a run-down of the plot, with no spoilers! Go see this movie!
Chris, played by a actor's name I don't want to butcher, is in the middle of an interracial relationship. The couple have been dating for five months, and the time to meet the parents has arrived. While there, he learns that many of its residents, who were black, have gone missing. Another African-American that was at the house warns him to "get out", but he soon learns this is easier said than done.
Much like Split, I took a chance on this movie. I really liked Peele's past work, and I wasn't disappointed. The acting were very impressive. Also like Split, I haven't heard of any of them. I can't stress enough how well this movie blended horror and comedy at the same time! Most will assume this is just a racist statement, but it's not just that! Now, let's go the categories.
The Best Performance: Lil-Rel Howery, who plays Chris' friend Rod, stole the show for me. He had hilarious scenes one liners. I hope to see more from him!
Best Scene: I can't really tell you this part, but go see the movie. When Rod is in the police station and talks about the TSA, that's the best part.
Final Rating: I give Get Out a 9/10. As I said before, Jordan Peele is a terrific director. There's not one bad performance! Star wise, I give it a ⅘. Even if you don't like the Key and Peele show, this will really impress you. Go see Get Out! Like, now! Do it! I guarantee this will be nominated for some time of Oscar.
Chris, played by a actor's name I don't want to butcher, is in the middle of an interracial relationship. The couple have been dating for five months, and the time to meet the parents has arrived. While there, he learns that many of its residents, who were black, have gone missing. Another African-American that was at the house warns him to "get out", but he soon learns this is easier said than done.
Much like Split, I took a chance on this movie. I really liked Peele's past work, and I wasn't disappointed. The acting were very impressive. Also like Split, I haven't heard of any of them. I can't stress enough how well this movie blended horror and comedy at the same time! Most will assume this is just a racist statement, but it's not just that! Now, let's go the categories.
The Best Performance: Lil-Rel Howery, who plays Chris' friend Rod, stole the show for me. He had hilarious scenes one liners. I hope to see more from him!
Best Scene: I can't really tell you this part, but go see the movie. When Rod is in the police station and talks about the TSA, that's the best part.
Final Rating: I give Get Out a 9/10. As I said before, Jordan Peele is a terrific director. There's not one bad performance! Star wise, I give it a ⅘. Even if you don't like the Key and Peele show, this will really impress you. Go see Get Out! Like, now! Do it! I guarantee this will be nominated for some time of Oscar.
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