Tom H’s Film Reviews
866 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tom H.
Colditz (TV Mini-series) (2005)
A good mini–series set in WW2 and telling the story of British captives who seek to escape the legendary and inescapable Colditz castle. Not essential viewing, but worth the watch.
16 Blocks (2006)- Interesting straight–to–dvd release that will surprise you (assuming you pick it up cheap) with its intense chase, and comedy–factor of ex–con turned reluctant witness (Mos Def).
S.W.A.T. (SWAT) (2003)
Lackluster update of the 70s show, with some slow–motion bullet/action sequences, and a cast that is somehow just a little too slick for their own good.
Last King of Scotland, The (2007)
A graphic, intense, and moving film of Idi Amin (in an astonishing role by Whitaker) and the struggle of the nation of Uganda in the 1970s. Brilliant.
Body Of Lies (2008)- DiCaprio is not quite as convincing as Crowe in this modern–day tale of government, conspiracy, and the 'war on terrorism'. A satisfying, if not wholly original or factual, take on the genre.
Spy Game (2001)- Tony Scott gives this spy thriller a frenetic feel, with roving timelines, flashbacks, twists, and plenty to think about as the action unfolds.
Recruit, The (2003)- With a 'Bourne' feeling to it, this intense spy thriller has Farrell begin as a CIA trainee, only to become caught in a conspiracy chase that will keep you guessing and on your toes.
Phone Booth (2002)- A much more satisfying film than it has any right to be, this is set almost entirely in a phone booth, with slick Farrell in a fast–talking role as victim of an anonymous sniper who wants him to confess his sins to the world. Intense viewing.
Minority Report (2002)
- Another Philip K Dick inspiration, Minority Report has an interesting premise and decent futuristic world, but the big–brother premise is all–too familiar now, and the action and chase become just a little too Hollywood towards the end.
Great Escape, The (1963)- A must–see classic escape film set in WW2. McQueen is great, and there are some scenes that will stick with you forever.
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