Tom H’s Film Reviews

866 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tom H.

State Of Play (2009): There are a number of plot twists and hints of possible conspiracies and alternative motivations, but the film remains fairly one–track. Still, this is a solid suspense story with some good acting.
Illusionist, The (2006): Predominantly straightforward tale, bar a few clever tricks, this is another for magic fans, although not quite as good or intense as 'The Prestige'.
Prestige, The (2006): Elegant, suspenseful fantasy story with some great twists, this is a must–see for magic fans. Bale and Jackman are ever upping the other in tricks and showmanship, leading to a compelling finale that may leave you speechless.
Sherlock Holmes (2009): Entertaining, if not quite true to Conan Doyle's vision, 2009's Sherlock is the ever–brilliant Downey Jnr, supported by Jude Law as Watson. Humour, suspense, action, adventure, Sherlock Holmes attempts it all.
Lie To Me (TV Series) (2009-2011): Tim Roth is perfect as the egocentric and brilliant Cal, a private investigator for hire. Cal's unique ability is that he can read the truth of people's statements and body language, with varyingly funny, intense, or suspenseful results.
Law Abiding Citizen (2009): This is best seen as a revenge flick with elements of suspense, action, and extreme violence, rather than a thought–provoking law/prison film. But it is intense, and you will be drawn in to the twists, even if you don't particularly want to be.
Dark City (1998): Underrated sci–fi suspense that has Rufus Sewell suffering from strange flashbacks and running from a mysterious group of seriously creepy alien beings, all within a surreal and fantastic ever–changing futuristic world.
Daybreakers (2009): A fresh take on the once again very–popular vampire genre, this one turns the tables on the usual balance, pitting the last few humans against a whole society of vampires. Bloody and awesome, with a slick alternate world this will leave you wanting more.
New Town Killers (2008): An independent film with some interesting ideas but a scrambled script and poor acting that will leave you wanting more than it could ever have (realistically) provided.
Once Were Warriors (1994): One of NZ's best films, based on an excellent novel, this will go down in the history books as an all–time must–see. Shedding insight to 80s/90s NZ gang culture, this drama is gripping and emotionally–charged throughout.

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