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Yes, I have bravely picked my favorites of this year. If you click on the title - you will be taken to the page my entire review is on. (Note: some movies were up for Oscars this spring, but I didn't see them until 2006, so have included them on my list.)
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I have totally surprised myself by picking this as my movie of the year, but I just couldn't get over how it brought a fresh look at an old genre and invested it with with such fire and crackle. Daniel Craig has the same masculine swagger that gave Sean Connery his edge as James Bond. The amazing action scenes, which actually made me at times a bit dizzy, combined with a storyline with logical plot twists, kept you entertained from the beginning. It was a winner at the box office and is my movie of the year. Thank you Casino Royale for a couple hours of pure entertainment!! | ||
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Cars: What sets this cartoon apart is the
amazing graphics: the racing episodes can make you dizzy and the desert
scenes are stunningly beautiful. Many of the jokes will be over the
head of younger kids (some of who appeared bored by its length), but it is a
cartoon adults can enjoy too.
seen
6/15/06
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Charlotte's Web: Frankly, the movie feels a bit like a sequel to "Babe", but it does have its own charm. I was a bit creeped out with the spider in the beginning, but Julia Robert's dulcet tones become very comforting and I found myself lured in the movie's warmth. And, yeah, I did get teary at the ending. (seen 12/20/06 | Dreamgirls: Is a substantial movie musical with strength and energy and solid performances by the entire cast. Jennifer Hudson is the stand-out with her amazing voice and surprising acting skills as the one who is forced out of the group, however, Beyonce Knowles gives a performance showing depth and subtlety. seen 12/29/06 | |
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Inside Man:
is an entertaining heist movie, directed with lots of snap, crackle,
and pop by Spike Lee. The plot has lots of twists and turns and
the satisfying ending will definitely put a smile on your face. seen
3/25/06
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Little Miss
Sunshine: is one of those quirky little comedies that both bemuses
and amuses. It did have some very funny and strangely
touching moments, but have to admit wouldn't be for everyone's tastes. seen
8/25/06
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Monster House: I saw this one in the new 3D process and was surprised to find myself actually a bit scared watching it. This isn't the lousy old red and blue 3D of old - this stuff is really well done and you will find yourself wanting to reach out and touch stuff, though you know its actually on the screen. seen 8/16/06 |
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The Pursuit of Happyness: is the inspirational true story of man who sacrifices everything to make a better life for his son. Will Smith gives a touching strong performance, but his real son, Jaden, is the rare find, in a natural performance that shows the relationship between a father and a son. seen 12/15/06
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The Queen: I
cannot say enough about Helen Mirren's terrific performance as Queen
Elizabeth II dealing with the death of Princess Diana. She makes the Queen a true human being with elements of humor, wisdom, and
even humbleness and I am sure her performance will be recognized come Oscar
time. seen
10/06
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Walk the Line:
centers on an powerful performance by Joaquin Phoenix as Johnny Cash during
his rise to fame in the 50's, addiction to drugs, and passion for June
Carter, solidly played by Reese Witherspoon. The fact that they both
did their own singing adds to the feel of the movie.
seen
2/11/06
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World Trade Center: is a bit like taking off a bandage too soon, it hurts as much as the original wound. Oliver Stone has managed to craft a movie that actually uplifts us in remembering that common everyday individuals will risk their lives to save strangers - an ultimate act of good in this world. seen 8/12/06 | ||
