Movie Clip Notes

3:10 To Yuma was a well directed, well acted, well shot western. And yet, there’s nothing really spectacular that stands out here. The story is a bit silly near the end, especially Russell Crowe’s character’s motivation. But Ben Foster continues to amaze with his acting.

I have always loved previews, but on the 3:10 to Yuma DVD I believe that I had to gnaw on at least 8 previews before getting to the meat. That’s a bit much…

Such a simple and true love story. Once is incredibly touching. And plenty of wonderful music performed (and acted) by Glen Hansard (the guy) and Markéta Irglová (the girl).

Making music together, creating a heart touching love song (“Falling Slowly”). “I don’t know you, But I want you, All the more for that.” Beautiful.

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Even small loans managers can have musical aspirations. Their reactions to the loan approval are just great.

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The ending. Same song as in clip #1, “Falling Slowly”. I always tear up on this one (yeah, I’ve got a weak spot in my heart). [SPOILER]

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Sunshine was so very close to being one of the best and most realistic sci fi movies with its incredible special effects, smart plot line, and fantastic performances. But, unfortunately, it got seriously derailed for the final third of the movie. Still, the first 2/3 is definitely good enough to make this movie worth seeing. Also, this movie has some of the best unknown actors (Cillian Murphy, Rose Byrne, Michelle Yeoh, Hiroyuki Sanada, Cliff Curtis, Benedict Wong, and even Chris Evans) that have yet to make names for themselves, but hopefully will. Only true cinephiles would be able to name another movie for each of these actors.

Oh so close.

Also, note to self: the sun is super hot.

The Captain on the sun shield. “What can you see?!” [SPOILER]

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What a funny quote that’s a twist on the standard sci fi genre.

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Beautiful and terrifying scene. “Goodbye, Searle.” [SPOILER]

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Woah!! [SPOILER]

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The hilarious Hot Rod easily meets my lower setting on what I find funny. And any movie that copies a scene straight out of Footloose, really how can you be a hater?

This opening scene pretty much sets you up for what to expect for the rest of the movie.

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The Footloose-copied scene choreographed by Kevin Bacon, and then followed by the Great Fall.

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Andy Samberg talking about being “2 Legit”. “Stay sweet.”

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A wonderfully unique love song.

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Almost too funny!!

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The Simpsons Movie was chocked full of funny gags, so limiting my selection to just four was not so easy, but here it goes.

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The 1986 trailer.

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SWAN!!

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