The Artist: Gimmicky and self-conscious. I'd seen a couple silent
movies before this one and noticed the focus on expression, the 'mugging
for the camera' and it seemed interesting and novel then. Extending
that interest to this contrived throwback to the silent movie era was
difficult. Uggie was amazing, but knowing that he was being coached
throughout every scene from the sidelines detracted from the
experience. Rating 6/10
The Iron Lady: Not really a flattering portrait of Margaret Thatcher. A
union busting war-making Prime Minister. I'm afraid I didn't like the
movie as much because I didn't like her. Meryl Streep is good though.
Rating 6/10
Moneyball: Better than expected considering I'm not a baseball or A's fan. Rating 7/10
Midnight in Paris: Not so great, although Paris looks nice. Rating 5/10
The Descendants: Wow, I really liked this movie. The acting is good. The story is good. A little laid back Hawaiian culture lesson. Plus a minor plot line about mega riches. One bummer is there are no good looking guys in this picture. Women may swoon over the popular and funny Clooney, but I find he's old and unattractive here. Rating 8/10
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