ryu15g Reviews

Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)

The one TRUE movie that's perfect for all ages.

[10/10 · 12 October 2005]

I use to love this movie, when I was kid. Everyday, I would put the video into my VCR, and just be entertained at all the wacky slapstick humor that went on, in this movie.

As I got older, I thought I wouldn't like the movie like I had use to, when in fact I had appreciated the movie even more. It was then I knew this movie was the one movie that anyone can watch and still love it, even after childhood.

Allow me to explain: When your a kid, all you see is real-life people and cartoon characters coming together in a silly who-dun-it, movie. That's it! However, once you get older, you begin to realize more than that. You see as to WHY Roger Rabbit was the one being framed. Who the killer is, and why s/he did it. Plus, the purpose to Eddie Valiant's brother being talked about throughout the movie. That, and the plot itself.

I have seen other childhood movies, only to look at them and see it as a movie only meant for children, such as "Wizard of Oz", "Willie Wonka", "Cinderrella", and many others. But this movie stands out. This one doesn't always have those child-like humors, like the others do. I'm not saying that it's a bad thing to have that kind of humor, I'm only saying this movie is more down-to-earth, than the others.

I don't know many movies have this kind of charisma that "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" does, so believe me when I say a movie like this is something one can watch again, and again, even after childhood.

Here Comes Dr. Tran (2003)

Hella bomb hecky-doodie fresh badical, indeed!!!

[10/10 · 29 September 2005]

This might have to be one of the best flash-animated movies I've ever seen. All the random scenes, wtf's, and memorable quotes makes you just wanna see it, again and again.

The thing about "Here comes Dr. Tran" is about a man named Dr. Tran who is the worlds greatest action hero of all time....but really, he's just a five-year-old boy, trying to finish his breakfast. I'm assuming just listening to that has given you a chuckle or two.

I've shown this short to almost all my friends, and they too can't get enough of "HOT DICKINGS!!!" This is one of those shorts you have got to see. If you're a random kind of person, and doesn't try to take life too seriously, then this is the short for you.

Check out this cult hit, and see what everyone is talking about.

Batman Begins (2005)

Best....Batman....EVER!!!

[10/10 · 19 June 2005]

I have seen the other batman movies, but this one...WOW! There's something about this movie that stands out from all the other comic book films. The other four Batman movies made the villains look so off the wall. Meanwhile, Batman Begins makes the villains look more political, than anything else. The villains in the other Batman movies had their own hide-out, and their men wore uniforms most of the time. Don't you think out of all that, the government would step in and put a stop to all this? In Batman Begins, the villains try not to make themselves noticeable. They might be involved with the political issues, that way the government wouldn't think anything of it. I'm assuming that because of it, the government won't suspect anything. THAT, I believe is the work of a true villain.

This new Batman is a lot tougher and meaner, than the other batman's, and you gotta love that! Plus, you have to wonder how in the world Bruce Wayne got all this equipment, without someone finding out. Surely, he couldn't have made all this stuff on his own, such as the batmobile (Which, let me say, is a MONSTER of a car). There had to be someone to have helped him out, and fortunately there was (And you probably already know who).

I could go on about what makes Batman Begins the best comic book film ever made, but I know you wouldn't want to read all that. So I will leave you with this: Watch this movie! I can assure you that this will not look like a comic book movie, but rather a man in a costume whose out to bring justice into his city.

You won't be disappointed.

Ong-Bak: The Thai Warrior (2003)

Underrated Movie!!!

[9/10 · 14 February 2005]

This movie needs to be credited more than it should be. The storyline, I admit is cliché, however it should not be put down the way most critics are making it.

The story's about Ting (Tony Jaa), a country boy from Thailand, journeying to the city of Bankok to retrieve his town's sacred, and religious artifact: The head of Ong-Bak. Unique plot? Not really, but not lousy! If you see this movie, you will know right away that it was only meant for Tony Jaa to show off some of his moves, and he does a great job at doing that! The movie has some funny moments, and scenes that will make you go "OUCH!!!" There are a few minor continuity errors, but it won't ruin the movie.

It will take a while, however to see the fights, but you won't be bored, wishing for it to arrive.

All in all: See this movie for Tony Jaa's amazing martial art skills.

I hope to see this guy again, in the near future.

P.S. The main girl in movie is a bit annoying (Like Thailand meets Fran Drescher), but don't let her voice ruin the movie for you. Fortunately, she doesn't talk ALL the time.

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004)

Makes you wanna go to white castle!

[7/10 · 4 February 2005]

I have to say this was one silly movie! I'll try not to make this summary long.

The title of the movie pretty much tells you what it's about. The only thing I will tell you about the movie is that Harold and Kumar go through A LOT just to get to White Castle.

The computer graphics in the movie wasn't all that great, but I'll let it slide, for now. The movie is pretty silly, with ridiculous moments in between. It's great for a good laugh.

By the end of the movie, I assure you, you're going to want to go White Castle yourself.

Underworld (2003)

Could have been better

[3/10 · 2 February 2005]

I thought this movie could have had some better fights. Allow me to explain: If you see this movie, most of the fights involve guns, guns, and more guns. I was hoping that the vampires and the werewolves would go head on, and they do, only cutting to a blackout, with lots of yelling and chomping, in the background. The only head-on fight was the final fight. The rest were shoot-outs.

The plot was different, but I think it could have been better. It was mainly searching for someone that might be related to werewolves.

I honestly think that if the fights were a lot better, perhaps the movie could have been pretty good.

So, all in all, the action made this rating a little low, for me.

It's not bad of a movie, but I think it needs less guns, and more fists.

Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004)

I liked it

[9 November 2004]

Alright, to start off, this is coming from a guy who has never played Resident Evil, however, friends are a great sorce of information. From what they have said, everyone was given a heads-up that not EVERYTHING from the game was going to be in this movie. Some things were gonna be added, some weren't going to be in there, and some based on the game were put on there. My RE friends liked the movie, knowing full-heartedly the outcome of what was going to happen. But from a person who never played the game, I have to say that it was well done. I like the writing (Mike Epps stole the show, by the way), the directing was good. All in all, not too shabby. But, if you're a RE player, don't take my word for it. If you haven't played the game, check out the movie and see what you think.

The New Legend of Shaolin (1994)

Not Jet Li's best

[24 October 2004]

I believe Jet Li to be a terrific martial artist. However, I thought this movie was probably the worst I have seen him do. Legend of Red Dragon is about a man whose family was murdered by people related to the government, because he was a bandit. His friend ratted out on him for money and it ended in a fight to the death for the friend. Little did Jet Li's character know that the man would come back as an evil creature on revenge. The only survivor was his own son, and now the two team journey on their own. Eight years after the tragic event, their past comes back to them.

On a side story, five little Shaolin monk children were tattooed a piece of a map that would lead to a valuable item: The Red Dragon. The "Friend" from eight years ago and the government team together to find the kids and get the map. As they try to get children, they stumble upon the father and son. Now them and the five children, along with a few other characters try to put a stop to the government from getting a hold of the Red Dragon.

What makes this a disappointment was how it was directed, as well as the storyline. You were able to see strings from most of the flying scenes, you could tell that most of the scenes were taken in a studio. Secondly, the Red Dragon was never found and it pretty much died out when Jet Li's character had a bounty on his head. Personally, I think it could have been better. Stick with the storyline, and work on the strings.