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At The Cinema

Welcome to my film review page. As I'm sure you are aware, I love going to the cinema. Here is a selection of films I have seen recently, together with my comments and a rating out of 5. Why not also stroll over to Iain's film page?

Wimbledon
Entertaining romantic comedy starring Paul Bettany as hasbeen Brit tennis player who flukes his way through to the Wimbledon finals after falling in love with rising women's star Kirsten Dunst. Unoriginal of course, but charming performances from both leads make this a lot of fun. 3/5

Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow
Another visually wondrous film also let down by lack of strong characters. Throwback to the those old 1930s black and white Flash Gordon serials (starring Larry 'Buster' Crabbe!) looks a million dollars, with all the backgrounds entirely computer generated, inspired by the futuristic visions from that era. Sadly Jude Law does not convince in the role of square-jawed hero; more rugged, Harrison Ford type was needed. 3/5

Hero
Visually astonishing historical epic from China starring Jet Li dazzles the eyes with fight scenes, costumes and sets that radiate colour and beauty with every frame. Unfortunately the characters are just as one-dimensional as the screen. Story about the origins of modern-day China is some compensation. 3/5

Collateral
Dark (and darkly amusing) piece from 'Heat' director Michael Mann about a hitman (Tom Cruise, unusually playing the bad guy) who forces a cabbie (Jamie Foxx) to drive him around night-time Los Angeles as he fulfills his contract. Strong acting from both leads, good script and fabulous photography makes this one worth seeking out. 4/5

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