Heaven & Earth

Movie: Heaven & Earth (1993)

Starring: Tommy Lee Jones, Hiep Thi Le, Joan Chen, Bussaro Sanruck

Genres: Drama, Directed by Oliver Stone

Review: This is seriously the BEST movie I have ever seen. I saw this movie almost 10yrs ago, and have never forgotten it. The story has embedded itself into my soul. The film follows a little Vietnamese girl from her childhood, to her wise older age. From the beginning her life was impactful, and demanding. She lived thru rape, death, torture, love, and sheer punishment. Her life teaches her to be strong, and take everything with a grain of salt. Le Ly (Hiep) is the main character, who falls in love with a American solider; Tommy Lee.

The film takes you into several worlds through the eyes of a lost little girl the entire movie. War, is one of the driving forces in this film. It supports the film, you feel completely involved. Le Ly does become a woman, but not without ever leaving that little girl. Life continues to hold her hostage. This story is beautiful, and sad. It makes you cry but with hope inside the tears. If you have not seen this movie...SEE IT!

Rate: A++++++

Eagle vs Shark

Movie: Eagle vs Shark (2007)

Starring: Jemaine Clement, Loren Horsley, Joel Tobeck

Genres: Comedy, Romance (New Zealand)

Review: Awkward losers love story, basically that's it. This film was funny, but strange. Cute but ugly. It follows two young adults in New Zealand, that are complete losers. They do the strangest things, but they really connect with one another. It's a true testament to "there is someone for everyone." The movie has some really funny parts, but it also has some really strange parts. The plot is super simple. Very easy to follow. One of the best parts of the film is, this apple thrown away that comes to life, and is attacked by bees, and ants. He's running to safety and finds this leaf to sail away on. The story is that cute, and strange. This is definitely a afternoon watch, when you just want to laugh and connect with the misunderstanding of the world and love.

Rate: B-

P.S. If you love "The Flight of the Concord" you must see this movie.

A good day to be Black & Sexy

Movie: A good day to be Black & Sexy (2008)

Starring: Kathryn J. Taylor, Valley Jones, Nana Hill, Chonte’ Harris, Marcuis W. Harris

Genres: English, Independent

Review: Wow, I'm not sure where to start. First let me say, I really wanted to like this movie, not only is it a Black movie, it was written and directed by a black cast. That is really the only good thing I can say about it. The trailer was better than the movie. The movie was a complete MESS. The stories all left you completely puzzled. I kept wondering was the movie going to have a point. The film followed several different people in all the same situations; centering around sex. The characters where not really detailed, and most of them where predictable. The film itself was dark, and grainy, it looked really low budget, and homemade. Even as the movie progressed, I kept telling myself just turn it off. It was a complete waste of time. I can't tell you enough, do not waste a dollar on this film; currently $19.99 at Target. I wouldn't even recommend you watch it for free, you'd just be throwing away time from your precious life.

Rate: F


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