I’ve watched a lot of films recently, but haven’t had a chance to write anything here about them because, well, some other thing has been taking up a lot of my time. So here’s a concise list!
Withnail and I (1987)
Two wannabe luvvies hop around drinks and drugs, seemingly to just fill in the time between acting auditions.
Verdict: 4/5
Ghostbusters (1984)
I always wondered what the point of Winston is in Ghostbusters. Watching it again didn’t enlighten me.
Verdict: 5/5
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest (2006)
Backstabbing and betrayal by and from just about everyone on board, with much silliness and swordfighting.
Verdict: 4/5
Superman Returns (2006)
I wish he hadn’t. Lex is great, but what happened to Lois? She’s become a wimp. And Superman has a son? Not possible, if you work out the dates. Too much cheese, not enough bacon.
Verdict: 1/5
Starter for 10 (2006)
Best Bamber Gascoigne look-alike ever. Funny film, with a couple of twists (one of which is obvious), but great anyway.
Verdict: 4/5
Scrooged (1988)
Bill Murray was amazing in the 80s, wasn’t he? He was here too.
Verdict: 4/5
Blade Runner: The Final Cut (1982)
One of the best films ever made. Fact. This cut is one which implies Deckard might be a replicant, although I don’t think he is.
Verdict: 5/5
Lolita (1962)
Did they? Didn’t they? That’s an unanswered question. What’s clever is the twist at the end, which turns the entire plot upsidedown.
Verdict: 5/5
Dr. Strangelove (1964)
Peter Sellers plays the best three characters in this comedy. Worth watching for Strangelove’s ridiculous uncontrollable arm and unhidden Nazi-ism.
Verdict: 4/5
