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BradWesley123's Movie Journal- April 2014
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April 1st
Like Crazy (2011)

Netflix- 1hr. 30min.
First Viewing
A raw, unflinching look at a strained romance gone sour. The leads are convincing, leading to a hard emotional payoff at the end. Felt a bit too much like Blue Valentine at times though, and its fairly repetitive.
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April 5th

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April 8th
Mirage (1965)

DVD- 1hr. 49min.
First Viewing
A twisty, slow burn mystery that leaves you guessing. The ending is a bit of a letdown, few mystery endings aren't though.
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April 13th
Grudge Match (2013)

DVD- 1hr. 53min.
First Viewing
This should've been a fun, nostalgic film highlighted by two legends of the genre. It was not that. It was a poorly directed, thinly written bore with both De Niro and Stallone sleepwalking towards a big paycheck, and seeing them fight at their advanced ages isn't particularly fun; it's kinda sad.
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April 17th
The Girlfriend Experience (2009)

DVD- 1hr. 17min.
First Viewing
While it's commendable for such a well-known director like Soderbergh continue to do experimental films, The Girlfriend Experience almost like something a filmschool student might make. It's boring as hell and incredibly pointless. It was a big story when former porn star Grey was cast in this movie, but really any actress could've played this; her character has, as well as all the others, no depth.
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April 18th
Philomena (2013)

DVD- 1hr. 38min.
First Viewing
Surprisingly affecting. Having known nothing about the story that the film was based on, it kept me intrigued and guessing until the heartbreaking endpoint. Dench and Coogan are charming as the lead pair, creating an effortless chemistry that invests the audience in this wonderful story.
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April 19th

April 20th

DVD- 1hr. 54min.
First Viewing
Pleasantly surprising. The story has been made before, but Stiller brings enough earnestness and maturity to his performance and direction that the film ended up winning me over. Special mention has to go to Stuart Dryburgh's beautiful, natural cinematography.
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April 26th

April 27th
Rocket Science (2007) (2007)

DVD- 1hr. 41min.
First Viewing
A funny and likable coming-of-age dramedy with subtle direction, attentive writing, and effective performances.
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The Fountain (2006)

DVD- 1hr. 36min.
First Viewing
Beautifully made, but incredibly confusing. When it's simply left to Jackman and Weisz, it soars. So-so when the focus shifts.
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Numbers
Number of Movies Watched: 22
Newly Watched: 12
DVD: 20
VHS: 0
Blu-Ray: 1
Streaming: 1
Time Spent: 39hrs. 24min.
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Best New View: The Maltese Falcon
Worst New View: The Girlfriend Experience
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