Author Archives: Stansfield

Flight

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Stansfield

It runs throughout Robert Zemeckis’ work as director, producer and writer. All his characters start out with flaws but during a 120 minute plus timespan they always find ways to redeem themselves. Denzel Washington’s characters follow the same path in … Continue reading →

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ATM

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Stansfield

A claustrophobic thriller with no apparent motive. Aren’t those usually the most disturbing? We all use ATMs, but after watching this film you’ll think twice about using that remote ATM after midnight. Three friends are being terrorized by a hooded … Continue reading →

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Seven Psychopaths

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Stansfield

Have you ever just watched a movie because of a director, an actor, an actress or for sheer entertainment or peer pressure? Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. Unfortunately in the case of Seven Psychopaths I have seven reasons … Continue reading →

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Clash of the Titans had the good fortune of having Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, Sam Worthington (and others) show up. That is about the only good thing. A complete CGI spectacle that misses on every level. Perhaps I should have … Continue reading →

Posted on October 21, 2012 by Stansfield | Leave a comment

War Horse

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Stansfield

Steven Spielberg has directed several films about the impact of WWII. Films such as Empire of the Sun, Schindler’s List and Saving Private Ryan all had the fortune of good directing, excellent writing and superb acting, something that his WWI … Continue reading →

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