Caught this film at the Broadway, and had to think about it for a day before I wrote about it.
(50) Das Weisse Band (The White Ribbon) 2009: This film won the Palme d'Or award at the Cannes Film Festival this year, which was a big reason for me wanting to see it. I'll reserve judgment on that, but it was clearly one deserving of attention and accolades. It takes place in a village in Northern Germany just prior to World War I. Shot in black and white, and directed by the very accomplished Michael Haneke, there is much to think about by the time the end credits roll. The village as a Baron and Baroness who own virtually all the land and employ nearly everyone else as farmers in the village. There's also midwife, a school teacher, a doctor, and a pastor. There are also a couple of dozen kids. The adults are humorless and stern; the children, as a result, live their lives somewhere between fright and defiance. The message of the film is very subtle (at least for me), and is designed to represent the earliest formations of the Nazi party of government. I had to read a bit about the history of Germany at that time to fully understand what was happening, but when you see this film you will really got a good sense of how those children could be the generation, as adults, who could inflict so much pain on the world, and without the slightest hint of emotion, regret, or remorse. See this film, make no judgments, and let it settle in for a few days before deciding how much you like or dislike it.
4 Stars
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Friday, February 26, 2010
February 26, 2010 - Blood Creek
I set my expectations too high, again.
(49) Blood Creek (2009): Okay, my expectations are never too high when it comes to horror flicks, but this one sounded better than average, so I added it to my Netflix queue a few weeks ago. I should have know better as it's been about a decade since director Joel Schumacher brought us anything really worth watching (1999's 8MM starring Nick Cage). This film had Nazis, the occult, rune stones, and immortality. How can any director go wrong with that formula? By not making it very exiting or very horrifying, that's how. This film just lacked any real depth, and I felt no sympathy for any character. Can't really recommend this movie unless you're just a fan of horror and watch whatever comes out on DVD.
1.5 Stars
(49) Blood Creek (2009): Okay, my expectations are never too high when it comes to horror flicks, but this one sounded better than average, so I added it to my Netflix queue a few weeks ago. I should have know better as it's been about a decade since director Joel Schumacher brought us anything really worth watching (1999's 8MM starring Nick Cage). This film had Nazis, the occult, rune stones, and immortality. How can any director go wrong with that formula? By not making it very exiting or very horrifying, that's how. This film just lacked any real depth, and I felt no sympathy for any character. Can't really recommend this movie unless you're just a fan of horror and watch whatever comes out on DVD.
1.5 Stars
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
February 23, 2010 - The Simpsons Movie
Watched this one because I really just wanted to laugh.
(48) The Simpsons Movie (2007): I have been watching old episodes of News Radio and realized how much I loved Phil Hartman's character on The Simpsons, Troy McClure, so I watched this movie last night. Truth be told, it's the first time I've ever seen it, and honestly I'm a pretty big fan of the TV show. Anyway, the movie is actually hilarious in spots, but it does drag just a bit near the end, until it picks up again. Some classic moments and dependable characters make this movie actually quite watchable. However, if you know nothing of the source material you might find yourself feeling like a translator at a convention for a language that doesn't exist. Still, a romping good time.
2.5 Stars
(48) The Simpsons Movie (2007): I have been watching old episodes of News Radio and realized how much I loved Phil Hartman's character on The Simpsons, Troy McClure, so I watched this movie last night. Truth be told, it's the first time I've ever seen it, and honestly I'm a pretty big fan of the TV show. Anyway, the movie is actually hilarious in spots, but it does drag just a bit near the end, until it picks up again. Some classic moments and dependable characters make this movie actually quite watchable. However, if you know nothing of the source material you might find yourself feeling like a translator at a convention for a language that doesn't exist. Still, a romping good time.
2.5 Stars
Monday, February 22, 2010
February 22, 2010 - Independence Day; Deep Impact
Caught a couple of escapism films tonight, just for fun.
(46) Independence Day (1996): What's to say about this film. Full of problems, but a good Sci-Fi romp all the same. Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum, and about a million other people you know make this movie all that it can be. Not generally a summer blockbuster kind of guy, but this one is actually better than average.
2.5 Stars
(47) Deep Impact (1998): This poor film really didn't have a chance. It came out at the same time as Armageddon, and literally pales by comparison in nearly every category. It is essentially the exact same story, except this film is loaded with a lot of B-list actors, and the writing and overall story is fairly sketchy in parts. Not nearly as good as the first movie I watched tonight, I knew I should have stopped when I was ahead.
1.5 Stars
(46) Independence Day (1996): What's to say about this film. Full of problems, but a good Sci-Fi romp all the same. Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum, and about a million other people you know make this movie all that it can be. Not generally a summer blockbuster kind of guy, but this one is actually better than average.
2.5 Stars
(47) Deep Impact (1998): This poor film really didn't have a chance. It came out at the same time as Armageddon, and literally pales by comparison in nearly every category. It is essentially the exact same story, except this film is loaded with a lot of B-list actors, and the writing and overall story is fairly sketchy in parts. Not nearly as good as the first movie I watched tonight, I knew I should have stopped when I was ahead.
1.5 Stars
Sunday, February 21, 2010
February 20, 2010 - Salo
Watched a very disappointing film today.
(45) Salo (1975): It's not often that I call a Criterion Film ridiculous, but this one really is. Billed as one of the most disturbing films ever, to be honest with you I've coughed up more disturbing things than this film. It's unimaginative, the opposite of creative, and utterly trite. It's like reading Catcher in the Rye because it was a "banned" book, only to discover how preposterous that notion really was. While it's true there are some graphic scenes, the film is almost entirely gratuitous in its presentation. I can't really recommend this film for any reason, except maybe as a means of answering the question, "What's all the hubbub?" Irreversible was far more disturbing, and much harder to watch. Take a pass on this film.
1 Star
(45) Salo (1975): It's not often that I call a Criterion Film ridiculous, but this one really is. Billed as one of the most disturbing films ever, to be honest with you I've coughed up more disturbing things than this film. It's unimaginative, the opposite of creative, and utterly trite. It's like reading Catcher in the Rye because it was a "banned" book, only to discover how preposterous that notion really was. While it's true there are some graphic scenes, the film is almost entirely gratuitous in its presentation. I can't really recommend this film for any reason, except maybe as a means of answering the question, "What's all the hubbub?" Irreversible was far more disturbing, and much harder to watch. Take a pass on this film.
1 Star
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
February 17, 2010 - 30 Frames A Second: The WTO In Seattle
Caught a doc tonight that I'd been meaning to watch for a while now.
(44) 30 Frames A Second: The WTO In Seattle (1999): This is a documentary about the protests that effectively shut down the World Trade Organization conference in Seattle in 1999. More than 50,000 protesters filled the streets of downtown Seattle for five days to draw the world's attention to the corruption of the WTO. The doc is a little choppy in parts, and the audio a little sketchy at times, but on the whole a decent presentation. I was left with a good idea about what went on that week in Seattle.
2.5 Stars
(44) 30 Frames A Second: The WTO In Seattle (1999): This is a documentary about the protests that effectively shut down the World Trade Organization conference in Seattle in 1999. More than 50,000 protesters filled the streets of downtown Seattle for five days to draw the world's attention to the corruption of the WTO. The doc is a little choppy in parts, and the audio a little sketchy at times, but on the whole a decent presentation. I was left with a good idea about what went on that week in Seattle.
2.5 Stars
Monday, February 15, 2010
February 15, 2010 - eXistenZ
Loved the movie I watched in the early hours of the morning.
(43) eXistenZ (1999): Another surreal entry from David Cronenberg. This one deals with the potential of virtual reality and the real prospect that if it's ever perfected we may never know if we're still inside the game or not. This film has a terrific cast of characters including Jennifer Jason Leigh, Jude Law, Ian Holm, Willem Dafoe, Don McKeller, and Callum Keith Rennie. It's quite interesting throughout, and the ending is the total payoff. If you're looking for something quite different this is your ticket.
3 Stars
(43) eXistenZ (1999): Another surreal entry from David Cronenberg. This one deals with the potential of virtual reality and the real prospect that if it's ever perfected we may never know if we're still inside the game or not. This film has a terrific cast of characters including Jennifer Jason Leigh, Jude Law, Ian Holm, Willem Dafoe, Don McKeller, and Callum Keith Rennie. It's quite interesting throughout, and the ending is the total payoff. If you're looking for something quite different this is your ticket.
3 Stars
Sunday, February 14, 2010
February 14, 2010 - Idioterne (The Idiots)
Caught a unique film in the early hours of the day.
(42) Idioterne (The Idiots) (1998): Another original Lars on Trier film, with several familiar faces from his and Thomas Vinterberg's previous works, particularly their Dogme 95 films. This film is about a group of regular, normal people of seemingly average or higher intelligence who live together commune-style, and in public, as a group, act like they're mentally retarded for whatever number of reasons you can imagine. They embrace a concept of "discovering your inner idiot" for reasons therapeutic.
There are some very funny moments in this movie. There are also some scenes of male and female nudity, with one scene becoming a short-but-graphic orgy. In Danish with English subtitles, this is a film definitely worth watching. Utterly von Trier.
3 Stars
(42) Idioterne (The Idiots) (1998): Another original Lars on Trier film, with several familiar faces from his and Thomas Vinterberg's previous works, particularly their Dogme 95 films. This film is about a group of regular, normal people of seemingly average or higher intelligence who live together commune-style, and in public, as a group, act like they're mentally retarded for whatever number of reasons you can imagine. They embrace a concept of "discovering your inner idiot" for reasons therapeutic.
There are some very funny moments in this movie. There are also some scenes of male and female nudity, with one scene becoming a short-but-graphic orgy. In Danish with English subtitles, this is a film definitely worth watching. Utterly von Trier.
3 Stars
Saturday, February 13, 2010
February 13, 2010 - Paranormal Activity
Wasn't ever in the mood to see this movie until tonight, so I watched it.
(41) Paranormal Activity (2007): Well, this is the horror film that was all the rage at theaters this past fall and winter. This is a decent little horror film that has a few problems along the way, but overall isn't the worst movie I've ever seen. It's a little slow in spots, the bedroom filming gets old fast, and some of the special effects are horribly obvious. However, there are some pretty scary moments. It's a nice steady build-up to the final scene, and this is an effective approach. Our nerves are steadily rattled. I admit to liking it better than I thought I would, but it's doubtful I'll watch it a second time. I love horror films and there is much better fare out there.
2.5 Stars
(41) Paranormal Activity (2007): Well, this is the horror film that was all the rage at theaters this past fall and winter. This is a decent little horror film that has a few problems along the way, but overall isn't the worst movie I've ever seen. It's a little slow in spots, the bedroom filming gets old fast, and some of the special effects are horribly obvious. However, there are some pretty scary moments. It's a nice steady build-up to the final scene, and this is an effective approach. Our nerves are steadily rattled. I admit to liking it better than I thought I would, but it's doubtful I'll watch it a second time. I love horror films and there is much better fare out there.
2.5 Stars
Thursday, February 11, 2010
February 11, 2010 - Thirteen Days
Watched one in the early hours that I've seen a time or two.
(40) Thirteen Days (2000): I have always loved political intrigue, and this film has that in spades. Certainly embellished for film, the story is still gripping and there's really not a single dull moment throughout. Bruce Greenwood is believable as John F. Kennedy as the Commander in Chief during the 13 days of the Cuban Missile Crisis, as is Steven Culp as Robert F. Kennedy. Kevin Costner stars as Kenny O'Donnell who, in real life, played no such advisory role to the Kennedys, but surely someone in the Kennedy Administration did. The film is filled with faces you'll recognize from years of movies and television, and for the most part the acting is solid. Not a film that will ever be considered a classic, but solid enough and one that draws me in every couple of years for a re-watch.
3 Stars
(40) Thirteen Days (2000): I have always loved political intrigue, and this film has that in spades. Certainly embellished for film, the story is still gripping and there's really not a single dull moment throughout. Bruce Greenwood is believable as John F. Kennedy as the Commander in Chief during the 13 days of the Cuban Missile Crisis, as is Steven Culp as Robert F. Kennedy. Kevin Costner stars as Kenny O'Donnell who, in real life, played no such advisory role to the Kennedys, but surely someone in the Kennedy Administration did. The film is filled with faces you'll recognize from years of movies and television, and for the most part the acting is solid. Not a film that will ever be considered a classic, but solid enough and one that draws me in every couple of years for a re-watch.
3 Stars
Monday, February 8, 2010
February 8, 2010 - Dances with Wolves
Watched another great classic early this morning. One that doesn't need a whole lot of my frivolous comments.
(39) Dances With Wolves (1990): Certainly one of Kevin Costner's best movies, and probably the one he's most remembered for. It won 7 Academy Awards, and deservedly so. I had forgotten on epic this film was, as well as how beautiful and gripping it is throughout. If you find yourself in the mood for a really great film, consider this one. It's awesome.
5 Stars
(39) Dances With Wolves (1990): Certainly one of Kevin Costner's best movies, and probably the one he's most remembered for. It won 7 Academy Awards, and deservedly so. I had forgotten on epic this film was, as well as how beautiful and gripping it is throughout. If you find yourself in the mood for a really great film, consider this one. It's awesome.
5 Stars
Sunday, February 7, 2010
February 7, 2010 - The Baader-Meinhof Complex
Thought I'd start a 2 1/2 hour movie at 2 in the morning, see if it was any good, then pick it up after I caught some shut-eye if it started strong. Sometime around 4:30 in the morning the end credits rolled.
(38) The Baader-Meinhof Complex (2008): This film recounts the formation of the violent German terrorist organization known at the Rote Armee Fraktion (Red Army Faction), which the press dubbed the Baader-Meinhof Group. The time line is roughly a ten-year period dating from just before the formation of the organization in the 1960s, through the formation and terrorist acts perpetrated, and the final outcome of the organization's original creators in the late 1970s.
This film is engaging right from the beginning and never lets up. The leaders, Andreas Baader (a very effective Moritz Bleibtreu), Ulrike Meinhof (an understated Martina Gedeck), and Gudrun Ensslin (an utterly believable Johanna Wokalek) are protesting against the establishment, particularly capitalism,the military industrial complex of the United States, and the invasion of Vietnam. They targeted various media and financial outlets that they deemed complicit in continuing the war against humans for nothing but corporate profits.
The acting is solid throughout, and maybe against better judgment find yourself sympathetic to the terrorists. Never a dull moment, this film is mostly in German, with some English, and sub-titled in English. Well worth the loss of sleep.
4 Stars
(38) The Baader-Meinhof Complex (2008): This film recounts the formation of the violent German terrorist organization known at the Rote Armee Fraktion (Red Army Faction), which the press dubbed the Baader-Meinhof Group. The time line is roughly a ten-year period dating from just before the formation of the organization in the 1960s, through the formation and terrorist acts perpetrated, and the final outcome of the organization's original creators in the late 1970s.
This film is engaging right from the beginning and never lets up. The leaders, Andreas Baader (a very effective Moritz Bleibtreu), Ulrike Meinhof (an understated Martina Gedeck), and Gudrun Ensslin (an utterly believable Johanna Wokalek) are protesting against the establishment, particularly capitalism,the military industrial complex of the United States, and the invasion of Vietnam. They targeted various media and financial outlets that they deemed complicit in continuing the war against humans for nothing but corporate profits.
The acting is solid throughout, and maybe against better judgment find yourself sympathetic to the terrorists. Never a dull moment, this film is mostly in German, with some English, and sub-titled in English. Well worth the loss of sleep.
4 Stars
Saturday, February 6, 2010
February 6, 2010 - Formula 51
Caught one just for fun this afternoon.
(37) Formula 51 (2001): This is by far one of the most entertaining movies starring Samuel L. Jackson. It didn't do very well in theaters, but has subsequently done much better on DVD. In addition to Jackson, we get great performances from a totally over-the-top Meat Loaf, the aggravating-but-effective Robert Carlyle, and the super-sexy Emily Mortimer.
Essentially, Jackson is a brilliant chemist trying to sell his latest drug, Formula 51. He screwed over Meat Loaf, who sends Mortimer to kill him, and then to protect him after he decides he wants him alive so he can deal with him. Carlyle is Jackson's underworld contact in England. There's great action throughout, and a great collection of one-liners. Catch this movie for pure fun. You won't be disappointed.
3.5 Stars
(37) Formula 51 (2001): This is by far one of the most entertaining movies starring Samuel L. Jackson. It didn't do very well in theaters, but has subsequently done much better on DVD. In addition to Jackson, we get great performances from a totally over-the-top Meat Loaf, the aggravating-but-effective Robert Carlyle, and the super-sexy Emily Mortimer.
Essentially, Jackson is a brilliant chemist trying to sell his latest drug, Formula 51. He screwed over Meat Loaf, who sends Mortimer to kill him, and then to protect him after he decides he wants him alive so he can deal with him. Carlyle is Jackson's underworld contact in England. There's great action throughout, and a great collection of one-liners. Catch this movie for pure fun. You won't be disappointed.
3.5 Stars
Thursday, February 4, 2010
February 4, 2010 - The Fan; La jetée (The Pier)
Caught a double header today, both in the young hours of the new day.
(35) The Fan (1996): A fairly disturbing film starring Robert De Niro as an obsessed baseball fan, and Wesley Snipes as the baseball player that became the obsession. This is pretty much the study of a psychopath and his journey deeper and deeper into a very dangerous obsession with a game and with a player. De Niro is quite convincing as the psychopath and is fairly disturbing throughout. Snipes is a decent guy whose only real struggle in life, aside from the De Niro character, is dealing with his superstardom. A movie definitely worth watching.
3 Stars
(36) La jetée (The Pier) (1961): This French film, all of 28 minutes long, is one of the most interesting short films I've ever seen. Done entirely with still photos, this is the tale of a time traveler who goes back in time, falls in love, and realizes he can't take her back to his time. It is quite obvious this film is the basis for the Terry Gilliam film, 12 Monkeys. Very nicely told, and in a quite interesting format. If you've got a spare 30 minutes, catch this on Netflix Instant Play. You won't be disappointed at all.
4 Stars
(35) The Fan (1996): A fairly disturbing film starring Robert De Niro as an obsessed baseball fan, and Wesley Snipes as the baseball player that became the obsession. This is pretty much the study of a psychopath and his journey deeper and deeper into a very dangerous obsession with a game and with a player. De Niro is quite convincing as the psychopath and is fairly disturbing throughout. Snipes is a decent guy whose only real struggle in life, aside from the De Niro character, is dealing with his superstardom. A movie definitely worth watching.
3 Stars
(36) La jetée (The Pier) (1961): This French film, all of 28 minutes long, is one of the most interesting short films I've ever seen. Done entirely with still photos, this is the tale of a time traveler who goes back in time, falls in love, and realizes he can't take her back to his time. It is quite obvious this film is the basis for the Terry Gilliam film, 12 Monkeys. Very nicely told, and in a quite interesting format. If you've got a spare 30 minutes, catch this on Netflix Instant Play. You won't be disappointed at all.
4 Stars
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
February 3, 2010 - Man, Woman, and the Wall; G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra; Fight Club
Triple header today. Watched a Japanese movie in the early hours of the morning, one that I've been tempted several times in the past to watch. Glad I finally pulled the trigger. Later in the day my brother conned me into watching a movie I'd never watch on my own. Oh, the things we do for family. Finished off the day with a movie that won't require a lot of comment.
(32) Man, Woman, and the Wall (2007): An interesting, if not creepy tale about a magazine reporter who moves in next door to an interesting, beautiful young woman. He spends much of his time fantasizing about her by listening to her life through their very thin adjoining wall. One by one his fantasies are replaced with the reality of her life, and this is handled very nicely by the filmmakers. He eventually meets the woman and they have a lot of fun together. The on-screen chemistry between the two is legitimate and helps the story immensely. This movie is definitely worth watching. I don't think the translation from Japanese to English via subtitles was very diligent, and if you watch this film you'll see what I mean. Female nudity throughout, so beware of that.
3.5 Stars
(33) G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra (2009): This movie made a lot of "Worst Films of the Year" lists and I can see why. Not the worst crap I've ever seen, but mighty bad all the same. When your budget is $170 million, please spend some if it on a script. I don't mind all the CGI and Green Screen (even if it's not my thing), but back it up with a story that is at least well structured. I don't have to believe what I'm seeing. After all, I suspended by disbelief when I knew what the movie was, but for the price tag there's really no reason for such horseshit. If it wasn't for Sienna Miller and Rachel Nichols (eye candy only), I wouldn't have sat through it. Hate to be sexist like that, but that's pretty much the score on this film.
1 Star
(34) Fight Club (1999): Like Aliens the other night, there's not a lot I can say about this movie. Such great performances from Ed Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter, and Meat Loaf. One of the craziest, most intense movies made in recent times, with a great twist ending. If you haven't seen this movie, see it. If you have, then you know it's true when I say, "What can I say?"
4 Stars
(32) Man, Woman, and the Wall (2007): An interesting, if not creepy tale about a magazine reporter who moves in next door to an interesting, beautiful young woman. He spends much of his time fantasizing about her by listening to her life through their very thin adjoining wall. One by one his fantasies are replaced with the reality of her life, and this is handled very nicely by the filmmakers. He eventually meets the woman and they have a lot of fun together. The on-screen chemistry between the two is legitimate and helps the story immensely. This movie is definitely worth watching. I don't think the translation from Japanese to English via subtitles was very diligent, and if you watch this film you'll see what I mean. Female nudity throughout, so beware of that.
3.5 Stars
(33) G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra (2009): This movie made a lot of "Worst Films of the Year" lists and I can see why. Not the worst crap I've ever seen, but mighty bad all the same. When your budget is $170 million, please spend some if it on a script. I don't mind all the CGI and Green Screen (even if it's not my thing), but back it up with a story that is at least well structured. I don't have to believe what I'm seeing. After all, I suspended by disbelief when I knew what the movie was, but for the price tag there's really no reason for such horseshit. If it wasn't for Sienna Miller and Rachel Nichols (eye candy only), I wouldn't have sat through it. Hate to be sexist like that, but that's pretty much the score on this film.
1 Star
(34) Fight Club (1999): Like Aliens the other night, there's not a lot I can say about this movie. Such great performances from Ed Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter, and Meat Loaf. One of the craziest, most intense movies made in recent times, with a great twist ending. If you haven't seen this movie, see it. If you have, then you know it's true when I say, "What can I say?"
4 Stars
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
February 2, 2010 - Aliens; Zombieland
Watched a classic in the wee hours, then watched an overrated newbie later in the day. Pretty much, I wish I hadn't done the latter.
(30) Aliens (1986): What can I say about this film that hasn't already been said? One of the great films of the last 25 years, and hands down one of the greatest sequels ever made.
4.5 Stars
(31) Zombieland (2009): This movie was all the rage in theaters. Well, it didn't come to the theaters I'm loyal to so I waited for the DVD release. Honestly, I do not see how this movie garnered so much attention, let alone rave reviews and talks of it becoming a cult classic. It was boring, young dude never stopped talking, Bill Murray graced the movie in a handful of scene that were ridiculous, and in the end not a damn thing happened.
I generally don't fall for all the hype about mainstream movies, but figured this one must be the exception. Never again. Save your money and watch a good, fun horror movie like Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2007).
1 Star
(30) Aliens (1986): What can I say about this film that hasn't already been said? One of the great films of the last 25 years, and hands down one of the greatest sequels ever made.
4.5 Stars
(31) Zombieland (2009): This movie was all the rage in theaters. Well, it didn't come to the theaters I'm loyal to so I waited for the DVD release. Honestly, I do not see how this movie garnered so much attention, let alone rave reviews and talks of it becoming a cult classic. It was boring, young dude never stopped talking, Bill Murray graced the movie in a handful of scene that were ridiculous, and in the end not a damn thing happened.
I generally don't fall for all the hype about mainstream movies, but figured this one must be the exception. Never again. Save your money and watch a good, fun horror movie like Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2007).
1 Star
Monday, February 1, 2010
February 1, 2010 - Los Sin Nombre (The Nameless)
February didn't start off with a bang.
(29) Los Sin Nombre (The Nameless) (2005): This disjointed Spanish thriller paled in comparison to the French film, Martyrs, which dealt with essentially the same subject matter. In this film a couple's child is snatched away, a body identified, sad lives press on. Five years later the phone rings with the voice of the girl telling her mother she's still alive. The pursuit to find the child ensues. It was actually more boring than I've just made it sound. I had high hopes for this film, but it just fell flat. Can't really recommend it, and certainly not over Martyrs.
1.5 Stars
(29) Los Sin Nombre (The Nameless) (2005): This disjointed Spanish thriller paled in comparison to the French film, Martyrs, which dealt with essentially the same subject matter. In this film a couple's child is snatched away, a body identified, sad lives press on. Five years later the phone rings with the voice of the girl telling her mother she's still alive. The pursuit to find the child ensues. It was actually more boring than I've just made it sound. I had high hopes for this film, but it just fell flat. Can't really recommend it, and certainly not over Martyrs.
1.5 Stars
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