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Comment on REVIEW: The Dictator by Alanh79

Alanh79 — Mon, 21 May 2012 15:41:00 +0000

Some reviewers just don’t understand Sasha Baron Cohen’s humor. You do, Matthew. I saw The Dictator yesterday, and left the theater still laughing. It was one of the funniest films I’ve ever seen. Borat and Bruno are on my Funniest Films list, as well.

Comment on REVIEW: Think Like A Man by I agree with the Review!

I agree with the Review! — Fri, 18 May 2012 14:18:00 +0000

Matthew, I have to agree with you – I thought the film was not good, and pretty much for all the reasons you stated. I felt like I was watching a 2-hour infomercial, not an envelope-pushing rom-com.

Yes, the cast was super attractive and great at acting and drawing out lots of laughs, but one of the most foundational elements of any film – was lacking immensely, and that was the storyline. It was just way too much going on and not a lot of cohesion.

Also, I get that the movie was based on Harvey’s book, but did we really need to see 100 women rushing to the store to go buy it, or a close-up shot of the chapter’s title, then the page number, or Meagan Good’s finger skimming through the text, or hear her read it out loud and then see Harvey jumping on screen for 2 minutes to explain what the text means? Come on, give the audience a little more credit than that. Sorry, but Alice Walker did not hop on screen and there were no random screenshots of her book in the film version of The Color Purple. Or, if you want to give another “self-help” book-to-movie example, He’s Just Not that Into You worked quite well without having the author narrate the entire film.

This movie promoted Harvey and this book, and I’m sure it boosted sales and how many people were talking about him and his book. Good for him. It’s an example of him as a smart, savvy businessman. And yes, a lot of black actors got more screentime/work. But to call this movie good? I just can’t do that.

Hopefully, though, as Tinsel & Tine commented, this will just open the door for more opportunities for minority actors to get bigger roles/mainstream movies made.

Comment on REVIEW: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel by Marti F.

Marti F. — Wed, 16 May 2012 21:26:00 +0000

I went to see the movie in Houston and it was SOLD OUT FOR ALL SHOWTIMES. True it has no sex or violence, nudity or shocking swearwords, so its not for the young people I guess. It has good values, and is a good story of people who have found themselves having to adjust to changes in their lives, despite themselves. Most of the characters make good decisions about their futures, and some learn to adapt to new ways of life at an age when they shouldn’t have to. Its warm and loving and kind and innocent. Something young people should see more of, but don’t, because it’s not exciting or titilating (under 30, look it up) enough for them. It speaks of good values and good people. I loved it and plan to see it again as soon as I can.

P.S. The reviewer must be under 25 to write what he wrote about this movie, and since I am NOT a candidate for the retirement home anytime soon, I am incensed by his opinion of people who would value this story.

Comment on REVIEW: Think Like A Man by Sweet-sour

Sweet-sour — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:21:00 +0000

The dork that wrote this is a HATER! Very good movie, awesome acting and concept. Every one laughed through out the movie, saw it twice. The second time I saw two women in the theater, they had to be over 7, both laughing so hard they were red!

Comment on REVIEW: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel by Lpalmer41

Lpalmer41 — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:38:00 +0000

I think I’m living under a rock in Albany, NY, I keep checking Gofobo for this but the tickets are sold out!

Comment on REVIEW: Think Like A Man by Msdst02

Msdst02 — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:35:00 +0000

U should find a clue of what people like before you write reviews.

Comment on REVIEW: American Reunion by Matt Davies7

Matt Davies7 — Mon, 07 May 2012 20:38:00 +0000

I think this post is very wrong indeed there is substance the fact that they are targeting an older audience which in fact is the same audience is fantastic because we have all grown up. Also to compare this film to those franchise releases is insulting

Comment on SFIFF Roundup: Closing Night! Don’t Stop Believin’: Everyman’s Journey & Last Screening by Robin

Robin — Thu, 03 May 2012 20:05:00 +0000

Wish I was there in San Francisco and could attend!

Comment on REVIEW: The Avengers by Amissourigirl

Amissourigirl — Wed, 02 May 2012 05:36:00 +0000

Hi Oly,

What was your secret to getting tickets. Any tips you can share. I’m having no lucky here….Trying to get tickets for the Houston, tx Dunvale screening tomorrow. Any ideas? My daughter really wants to see the movie.

Comment on REVIEW: The Avengers by Oly

Oly — Tue, 01 May 2012 18:23:00 +0000

I’ve seen it twice and will watch it again when it opens this Friday. Everyone I know who has seen it.. about 35 people, all want to see it again. So.. yes

Comment on REVIEW: Think Like A Man by Cholland47909

Cholland47909 — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:04:00 +0000

you are on CRACK, THE MOVIE WAS HILARIOUS, and the theater I saw it in was mostly empty as it was late on a Sunday night and everyone knows laughter is contagious so comedies are even BETTER in crowded theaters! If you didn’t like the movie fine, but you obviously have an agenda here which is transparent and making your review UNPROFESSIONAL, AND NOTHING SHORT OF AN OUTRIGHT LIE! This movie was better than ANYTHING Tyler Perry has done in my opinion.

Comment on REVIEW: Think Like A Man by Tinsel & Tine

Tinsel & Tine — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:21:00 +0000

I completely disagree with you. And even if you didn’t like the movie you should have found more positives to say about it because it’s important that films with black actors cross over and become mainstream movies; instead of going straight to DVD as “black movies”. This film could start a good chain of events in terms of studios backing movies starring people of color, that’s not written and directed by Tyler Perry.
http://www.tinseltine.com/2012/04/dishing-up-think-like-man.html

Comment on REVIEW: The Vow by Sara

Sara — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:56:00 +0000

I saw the film, but I didn’t see the end of it, Could someone tell me
what happened at the end?? did the wife come back to her life with Leo,
or not??

Comment on REVIEW: The Vow by Sara

Sara — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:55:00 +0000

I saw the film, but I didn’t see the end of it, Could someone tell me what happened at the end?? did the wife come back to her life with Leo, or not??

Comment on REVIEW: Think Like A Man by Really?

Really? — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 14:22:00 +0000

You watched this in a theatre and it was empty? I only caught about 90% of the jokes because the rest of the theatre and I were laughing so hard that we missed them.

I mean, maybe the film didn’t relate to you, but to call it horrible because it didn’t is ignorant, and completely degrades your opinion as a writer.

Will this movie change the world? No. But a superb cast, and a lot of hilarious moments make it well worth the watch.

P.S – my date dragged me out to watch this. I told her it was a great choice, and we’ll go out again next week.