Gomorra (Matteo Garrone) ***1/2 - This film was a bit surprising. It was a lot less violent than I thought it would be. However, what violence there is was quite disturbing and unpleasant and there is always an aura of uneasiness that envelopes the entire film, which is basically five intertwining stories involving an Italian organized crime syndicate. I've heard it described as an Italian The Wire (minus the cops). I have to say it's not inaccurate. It's an excellently made film. Can't wait to see more from this director.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (Stephen Chbosky) ***1/2 - I haven't read the book but despite the fact that I've been told that it's quite excellent, the plot didn't really make excited to see the film version despite the pretty good cast and the fact that the author himself is adapting AND directing it. But surprise, surprise, it's quite good. The film ri andses above the teen movie cliches through its intelligence and its honesty. It's funny and heartfelt and tackles some of the more touchy subject matter free of preachy-ness and histrionics. Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and Ezra Miller deliver superb performances. Despite some flaws here and there, the film is an overall success.
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That Wallflower film sounded like it could be very hit or miss to me so I'm very glad to hear that you found it to be more of the former, great round up as usual buddy, I'm going to have to give Gomorra a watch!
Y'know, I was seriously considering goin' to see The Perks of Being a Wallflower.
I don't even remember WHY, it was just one of the ads kinda made me re-think it. I mean I know I'm not normally for those kinda movies (bein' the action/horror/comedy buff I am. Y'know, Dudular Movies), but there's somethin' about it that looks pretty cool. In the very least, worth my money, y'know?
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