Mini-Review: Surprisingly good, thanks to Gazzara's performance. The gritty feel of the 70's stock and the somewhat subpar production values contribute to the sleazy atmosphere of Vietnam-era Singapore. To anyone who has lived there you'll understand why this was banned for 30 years and be amazed at what Clarke Quay used to look like.
Mini-Review: Trying to build any kind of sympathy for J. Edgar Hoover is a completely misplaced endeavor as the man was a powerhungry weasel who is rightfully pilloried. It doesn't help that Eastwood's recent trend of sucking at directing ensures a dismal product, with no emotional engagement and a shallow historical basis.
Mini-Review: Forgettable. The climactic gunfight is enjoyable but there's nothing that hasn't been done better in other Eastwood westerns. The score is on the wrong side of 50 just because of that girl's acting.
Mini-Review: Pretty much all the worst things about someone like Tarantino's obsession with Japan rolled into one. Boring as dirt.
Mini-Review: Fuck this film, it's even worse than the first. Want something about the Crusades, maybe a little interesting parable about holy war? WRONG. SWEDEN (& Norway) VS. DENMARK, YOU LOSE DANSKJÄVLAR, HOW DO YOU LIKE THEM APPLES.
Mini-Review: Believe it or not this seemed like the best choice for an in-flight movie.
Mini-Review: Nothing amazing but enjoyable for watching Depp fumble around with bloodshot eyes playing out HST's take on Hemingway. I want that turtle.