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Serpico (1973)
Response to 'MovieAddict2005 on 'Serpico'
Beofre I go on; I gave this a 9 out of ten because it truly is worthy of it - a fairly low budget film that's a classic, and watchable time after time.
Felt compelled to write this not just to comment on the film, but the absolute load of toss that MovieAddict wrote - I could go on for hours pointing out the mistakes that he made in relation to the story, but that would take far too much of my time. Suffice to say that his comments are directly opposite to that of other viewers' comments - obviously a non conformist - hats off to an individuals I say - well, usually anyway, but undividuals with no taste? - come on man, its fantastic. What's the point in adding crap to a true story when the facts are good enough? Think you need to re-evaluate yourself - good luck.
Al Pacino can do no wrong - classic actor in a classic film.
Up on the Roof (1997)
Real Feel Good University Musical Film With The Requisite Happy Ending - Sort Of
I should state that the majority of the vote above is for the excellent soundtrack.
Set in the early eighties; following the lives of a bunch of young university students who sing together in their own 'On The Roof' club. It follows their lives throughout the years, occasionally meeting up for a sing along and a good old British natter.
All in all, the film is watchable, albeit you will appreciate it more if you are a fan of accapella music - It really is excellent. In short, you might be better off investing in a copy of the soundtrack rather than the film itself. Worth watching if you're at a loose end.