This was a great movie. The singing was spectacular and for once, I agree with the usual critics that Jennifer Hudson should win an Oscar. Talk about a diamond in the rough- minus the rough. I didn't see her on American Idol but I guess, when one door closes another opens. So, good for her.
I never saw the Broadway version of this story but I image that was great. The songs for this movie, the Broadway ones, were already favorites, but the new songs were equally as good. I'm glad when I watch the Oscars this year, that some of the songs will actually be good and not bizarre like they've been other years.
Eddie Murphy and Jamie Fox were very believable in this movie and likeable as flawed men in the music biz.
Hudson's character is clearly the leader and song master of the group of 3 girls who encompass Dream Girls. But because of her strong personality and challenging ways, Hudson gets outted and replaced by a "yes" woman. The new Dream Girls make hits for a few decades and with their fame there are many losses.
Get ready to cry and cheer. This is finally a Hollywood blockbuster that is worth the movie budget.
Worth the money: $$$$
Sunday, February 04, 2007
Thursday, February 01, 2007
Blood Diamond
Leo is awesome in this movie. The character he plays isn't one you like at first, but he redeems himself in the end as best as he can. The horrors of the diamond industry are fully developed through following one man's search for his family, especially his son. A large pink diamond is found in the river. There are many people who want to use it to fulfill their dreams. Who wins out? You have to watch but I bet you can predict it.
Although I think this movie was well made and brings attention to the cruelty of the diamond industry in poor nations, the predictability of the plot was unfortunate. That and the fact that the romantic relationship between Leo and Jennifer C. who plays an idealistic journalist, isn't believable. You wonder what she's doing there. Granted a nosy journalist makes sense, asking the two to be romantic doesn't.
There is much voilence and destruction, morally and otherwise. It's a tough movie to watch but it has a hopeful ending. Be in the mood to see something sad and definitely don't go after dinner.
Worth the money: $$$ 1/2
Although I think this movie was well made and brings attention to the cruelty of the diamond industry in poor nations, the predictability of the plot was unfortunate. That and the fact that the romantic relationship between Leo and Jennifer C. who plays an idealistic journalist, isn't believable. You wonder what she's doing there. Granted a nosy journalist makes sense, asking the two to be romantic doesn't.
There is much voilence and destruction, morally and otherwise. It's a tough movie to watch but it has a hopeful ending. Be in the mood to see something sad and definitely don't go after dinner.
Worth the money: $$$ 1/2
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