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Zendegi va digar hich (1992)
A Masterfully Faked Documentary
Naturally, before obtaining this film I checked with IMDb regarding its entertainment value. But I mis-read the plot. I thought the director (and his son) played themselves in the film. Now upon re-reading the user comments here, I discover they were played by actors. Very good actors. Also I discover only seven reviews of this work. So I feel obligated to increase that number by one.
If you are a citizen of the U.S. who is registered to vote, you should also see this movie. All the people in this movie live in Iran. Iran is one of those oil-rich countries which is weaker than the U.S., making it an attractive target for American invasion. Iran is a sovereign nation, and should not be invaded.
Who'll Stop the Rain (1978)
Vietnam In a Nutshell
Really pins down the Vietnam era for me. What is Moriarty's line? "In a world where {the army bombs elephants, people are going to} want to get high". Right on, Mike.
Nick Nolte as the (anti) hero, keeping the word he gave to an Army buddy. Even when it leads him through the valley of death. Right on, Nick. Death before dishonour.
This movie also turned me on to Tuesday Weld. Gorgeous lead and a hell of an actress.
This is a true Hollywood classic. If you have never seen this, you owe it to yourself. You will not be disappointed. Truly deserves 10 stars out of 10.
The Bunker (2001)
Harken Back To Darkness **** minor spoiler alert ****
I know a movie is good when at the end of it, I run to IMDb to look up other people's comments. This is one of those movies.
I read here that some find the English accents of the German characters disconcerting. These people lack viewing experience, obviously having missed scores of other war movies with similar casting. Personally I would rather see a Brit playing Fritz than a German, or even an American. I daresay the English have a longer, closer and more tumultuous association with the Hun, which gives them a unique insight into German wartime roles.
I found the storyline and the script riveting, and the performances well above average.
The scariest part for me was when Jason Flemyng looks upward from the tunnel, eyes wide, and a splash of light contorts his face through several surreal Picasso-like transformations. That is freakin' spooky.
I appreciate the fact that the film never degenerates into formula "monster" horror. This film may harken back to the Hammer glory days, but there's no typical Hammer villain here. Only the darkness of souls at war.