Showing posts with label Dominique McElligott. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dominique McElligott. Show all posts

Nov 19, 2015

Leap Year (2010)

It's really hard to look past the formulaic dreck that excretes from the screen for the first 30 minutes. Bouncy romantic music you've heard a million times, the "funny" best friend, the rube of a boyfriend we all know will get the boot in the end, and the manic leading lady that is just waiting to be put in her place by the rough around the edges yokel.

The one saving grace of the film? Ireland. It's gorgeous. I had to stop myself from booking a flight after the credits rolled. Also, the previously mentioned yokel did a good job. Overall though I was hoping for something more original and witty.

Rating: C-

Jul 20, 2011

Moon (2009)

As far as movies with 1 actor go, this one is pretty good. Sam Rockwell puts in an amazing performance as the lonely astronaut. The production looks much better than its indie funding should allow. I enjoyed the Sundance Q&A from the bonus section as well.

Rating: B-