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Disappearance (2002)
Good mystery for a "made for TV" film
We rented this film from our local store. Was disspointed that it wasn't a real movie, but a TV story transfered to DVD. The quality is pretty good, and the acting is adequate. In the very first scene, I thought it was really going to suck. When they start out, there is a large SUV driving in the desert with the family in it, and the obviouse reflection of the film truck in the vehicle was the worst I have ever seen. But then, the movie got better and better from there. It is a story about a family traveling through a desert region. They decide to spend some extra time in a ghost town and get caught up in an mystery. This is a well made "made for Tv movie". It was acceptable for our family and young teen age children. It is frustrating at points to see those characters behave in ways we think we would not. But thats entertainment. Its Family Vacation meets twilight Zone on a Pancake budget. The movie wraps up with a mysterious settlement of characters that is unanticipated as will as undefined. Some very high level thought going on there. It is a movie that seems familiar due to all the regular plot gratuities.
Down Time (2001)
One mans recollection of his time in the pen
Some unique artfull presentations of character by the lead surrounded by some of the worst acting I have ever seen. Felt Like I was watching "Clerks" at the beginning. Pretty much an experience movie with out much direction. If you like hard criminals and edgy incarceration images, you will love this movie. Worth the watch. Not a chick flick I would say.
Basic (2003)
Strong Actors whip up Plot Intrigue out of thin air that looks like "Courage under Fire"
Connie Nielson shows a different side of her skills as John Travolta reconstitutes his Generals Daughter roll. A well made interesting movie that lives up to its reputation of having a twisted plot. Although its a clever movie, the plot twist are spoon fed. The audience is unable to participate in the probable outcome and is at the mercy what seems to be a never ending evolution of story. A good quality ride. John shows no sign of settling down in these latter years. Two parts "General Daughter", One part "A Few good Men" in a pot of "Courage under Fire".