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GATTACA (1997)
Flawed Dystopia
Dystopian fictions can be premonitions, and this one is no exception. The premise of the movie is interesting and plausible: a near-future society with social classes structured according to genetic strength. Those more prone to ailments and disease are cast lower in society, and the wealthier, more fortunate positions are reserved for those who are deemed genetically fitter.
But unfortunately the premise is where the greatness of this movie ends. The cinematography is bland, and very orange, which doesn't seem to add anything of interest to the mood of the film. The acting, whilst good, is not memorable. Somehow the movie turned a gripping premise into a mundane, yet watchable 100 minutes.
3 out of 10 because the premise is solid and very thought provoking. However, the movie is very sub-par. If this is your idea of a good movie: all good, each to their own. Myself? I could have lived without watching it.
Donnie Darko (2001)
A Moody Masterpiece
All explanations of this film fall short of experiencing it. A truly remarkable story which tastefully weaves sci-fi themes into a psychological thriller. Excellent acting and dialogue, which is only enhanced by a stellar soundtrack.
This movie is a timeless, modern fable. A must watch, but admittedly this won't be for everyone.
Jack Irish: Bad Debts (2012)
A Strong Six
This film starts with a hiss and a roar, which seems to fizzle out rather than go out with a bang. The acting is pretty good, with a decent story line to follow - also some funny one liners here and there.
Too often it was difficult to keep up with who the main characters were talking about, as they often mentioned names of people we were expected to know, but didn't.
Perhaps the film focuses a bit too much on the main character; viewing the story from more than one perspective could have given this film more depth.
Found it interesting that all the leads he found during his detective work were more than eager to share information with a complete stranger, especially since the case he was digging up was a decade old and sensitive.
Overall a good movie. Worth seeing once, but probably not again.
Shimmer Lake (2017)
Gripping Movie
This movie shows us the events which unfold after a bank robbery, in reverse. It is a very gripping film that has you wondering right until the last scene. Great characters and dialogue, with a good mix of suspense and action. If you enjoy the movie, no doubt you will want to watch it again, since the movie is played in reverse chronological order. I think the decision to show the movie in this order was risky, but well executed. Great length, no filler... awesome movie!