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Charmed (1998)
Lots of fun
All right... when you read reviews that complain about a show being an inaccurate portrayal of "wicca," you know the crazies are out (see the previous comment). But setting that aside, this show is really great. Not one for fantasy and annoyed by Buffy, I never expected to be a fan of this show, but I found myself watching it one day out of boredom and was pleasantly surprised. In no way do I equate this show (which offers more male-oriented eye candy than most women would like) with Harry Potter, but it has similar, though lesser, qualities, especially with regard to learning the history and workings of this magical world going on under our noses. Lots of fun and quite interesting.
The Tao of Steve (2000)
go see this movie
Do you remember when movies used to have clever and engrossing dialogue? And when characters were well-developed? And when love stories had tension and depth? When plots were interesting and creative? No? Neither did I. Until I saw the Tao of Steve.
There's too much and not enough to say about this movie. Just see it. It is fantastic. The characters, the acting... so great. It's a cure for good movie amnesia.
The Family Man (2000)
magical and inspirational
Simply perfect. This movie takes no shortcuts. It takes us through the transformation of a human being honestly and thoughtfully. The performances by Cage and Leoni are fabulous. They are so real.
One of the most impressive things about this movie is that "Jack" is never portrayed as a polarization. Though we realize he is leading an empty life, he is good at heart from the start, which gives a depth and reality to the film (we believe he is good, and aren't incredulous we he does).
The best part of the movie is the end (not because it's over!!! =). I of course do not want to ruin it for you, but the end featured one of the most emotional and moving scenes I have ever witnessed. The entire theater was in tears (even the guy next to me who hadn't seemed to enjoy it much until then).
What can I say-- I loved this movie. I will buy it the second it comes out. It was funny, romantic, sad, disturbing, and above all, inspirational.
What Women Want (2000)
surprisingly lovely
I'm sick of Helen Hunt. Can't stand her since As Good As It Gets. So I didn't want to see this movie. But the scene where Mel Gibson waxed his leg that they showed on the commercial was so amusing, I finally decided to go (for the matinee, so I wouldn't pay as much). I wasn't expecting much-- I few good laughs at most.
This movie caught me by surprise. Mel Gibson, as is his way, was charming, charismatic, etc... very witty. Helen Hunt played her character well, very down to earth and realistic, without pretext. They both had such sincerity.
The story was surprisingly touching. Gibson's character can hear women's thoughts, and slowly begins to respect and understand them as a result. The ending has a nice twist. I liked this a lot.
Dr. T & the Women (2000)
it takes talent to be this bad
I saw this movie with two friends of mine, a married couple. The husband was out the door before the credits started, by the wife and I, perhaps compelled by our womanhood, stayed throughout the credits. Not because it was that good. It was because it was that bad.
You know how Reality Bites (in no way to be compared to this God awful movie) had little "post-scenes," if you will, during the credits? Well, that's what we were waiting for--- something, ANYTHING to resolve the mess that had been laid out before us. But there was nothing.
This movie is insulting. First, his wife goes nuts because he loves her TOO MUCH. Yeah, okay, I'm a student of psychology and I'm not buying that. His daughters are nuts. His sister-in-law is an alcoholic. He is surrounded by needy, stereotypical, weak, worthless women. And although he supposedly "loves" them all, he does NOTHING for them. Says nothing to the alcoholic, never comments on his younger daughter's repetitive cries for help, and is blind to everything around him.
Eventually, he is swept up in a tornado and thrown into Mexico (unharmed, mind you), where he delivers a baby boy. Finally, a boy, and he is overjoyed and restored.
Yes, understand this clearly. His salvation is the birth of a boy and the end of the women.
This is the most misogynistic movie I've ever seen. I despised it. I will never, ever see another Robert Altman movie. Save your money.
The Perfect Storm (2000)
powerful, but not perfect
The strongest part of this movie was Mark Wahlberg's performance. He consistently delivers honest and insightful performances, and he chooses roles with such variety. It's a treat to see a Boston boy make good! (I'm a Bostonian...)The rest of the men's performances (John C. Reilly, of course, and John Hawkes) were excellent as well. Diane Lane's butchered Gloucester accent is a detraction.
Cast Away (2000)
ehh...
The stuff on the island is really good. His attempt at escape is really good, and quite emotional. Everything before that and after it was either unnecessary, unrealistic, or ill-conceived. I did not enjoy this.
What Lies Beneath (2000)
terrifying
This was the scariest movie I have ever seen. While I really liked it, there were times when it got so frightening I wished I could leave the theater. Some obvious Hitchcock techniques were employed, but they were effective. It was awesome and surprising.
Never Been Kissed (1999)
more than it seems
This movie may superficially appear to be flaky and for teenie-boppers. It seems to be the stereotypical high school movie. But in fact, it takes an honest and touching look at the high school experience. It doesn't propose some unrealistic ending where the geeks and the popular kids reconcile. It doesn't change what happened in adolescence; it just attempts to reckon with it. This is a really great, fun, heart-warming movie, good for teens and for those who can still remember being one...