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Ladder 49 (2004)
Need a Cliché? The This Film is for You
Is there a fire fighter cliché that is NOT used in this film? From the opening line "I'm getting too old for this" through the "antics" of the firemen, to the "worrisome wife" the loss of his best friend in the firehouse, to the final funeral for the fallen brethren, this film looks and sounds like it was written by the marketing department at Disney ("Our studies show that audiences really like it when..." and then they stuck it in).
There is nothing original here. Any emotion we feel for these guys is brought in for our admiration and feelings for firemen.
Go watch Rescue Me if you want to see real heroes: Everyday guys with flaws that think nothing of running into a burning building to save strangers.
The Search for John Gissing (2001)
Very funny film!
I saw this at Cinequest (San Jose Film Festival) as the opening night feature. Mike Binder was there and spoke of the experience. A really funny film, very clever, extremely well paced and well acted. I really hope this film finds a distributor--it needs to be seen!
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (1963)
Great Movie!
One of the funniest movies ever. A true "All Star Cast" in that EVERYONE in this film is famous. Word got around while casting this film and soon everyone wanted to be a part of it. There are some wonderful cameos and some terrific comedy.
It's perfect for all ages--in the true sense that everyone can enjoy it.