Fletch-8 Reviews

Moonlighting: Moonlighting (Pilot) (1985) Season 1, Episode 1

A Truly unique and beautiful show the likes of which may never be seen again.

[22 January 2000]

When you look at all of the c**p on television now and see the fright people cook up on news shows about terrorists and other unimaginable atrocities, one thing comes to my mind -- where have Dave and Maddie gone? I was in grade school when the show premiered and the morning after a new episode appeared (bless them for taking the extra time to film the shows and making them right!) we would all say "hey! Did you catch Moonlighting last night!?!?!?" A show that wasn't afraid to admit that it was just that -- a show. Isn't it nice to watch a truly serious villain attempt to do some major harm only to have ol' Dave Addison laugh and make wisecracks in his face. Come back, Dave and Maddie -- we miss you -- at least I sure do!

Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)

YEAHHHHHH BABY!!!!!!!!!!

[10/10 · 11 June 1999]

Dr. Evil made his subtle entrance in the first one -- Now it's time for him to GET IT ON!!! Sit back, watch this movie and don't try to analyze it -- JUST LAUGH, BABY!!!

Star Trek: Insurrection (1998)

The Odd Numbered Curse Continues!

[8/10 · 12 December 1998]

This movie was not terrible but what is it about Star Trek movies which makes it impossible for an odd-numbered one to top a great even numbered one (First Contact)? This film was boasted to be more lighthearted and fun than the last film but it seemed to be a bit more depressing. Of course, First Contact had TONS of chemistry -- not only with the core cast but also with the guest roles. Insurrection seems to be lacking in this area somehow. It was also sort of difficult to see Gene Roddenberry's vision of a future with a strong, righteous organization like the Federation, become a crippled, lying, cheating and thieving entity on the verge of extinction. Dear Lord, don't let the Trek legacy go out on this note... Do a tenth (even numbered) one and end it right.

Tiger Warsaw (1988)

Sappy and Unlikely

[7/10 · 8 September 1998]

I am biased towards this title -- I live in the town it was filmed in. In fact, my street was actually shown in it but, that aside, this movie is very weird. It is unlikely that the events that take place in it would ever happen. The people are just, basically going through the motions. The acting is not that great considering the fine actors that appear in it (i.e. Patrick Swayze, Piper Laurie, Mary McDonnell, Barbara Williams.) I suggest this film for it's location. Sharon, Pennsylvania is a typical steel town and the director, Amin Chaudri captured the rustic images quite well. In fact, many of the location shots seem to be done just to showcase the area. See this movie if you have nothing better to do.