Tom H’s Film Reviews

866 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tom H.

Bruno (Brüno) (2009): At times feeling controversial and disturbing simply because it 'can', Bruno fails to shock or impress in the way that Borat did. Still very Cohen, but the charm has worn thin.
Forrest Gump (1994): One of the greatest comedy–dramas ever made, Forrest Gump tells the story of an unlikely Vietnam war hero, pop–culture icon, and philosopher through Hanks, a naive and below–average–IQ small–town American with a very big heart.
Slumdog Millionaire (2008): A touching tale that makes use of successful if unoriginal devices such as flashback story telling and cute child actors, Slumdog Millionaire was always going to win big in 2008. Visually compelling and emotionally heartfelt, this is well worth your time.
3:10 To Yuma (2007): A decent remake of the original, this 3:10 has Crowe convincingly taking up the role of reluctant but charismatic (anti)hero, with themes of honour and respect carried through.
Appaloosa (2008): A slow–paced Western lacking in originality, direction, or significant plot. This has all the 'feel' of an old–school Western, but not enough oomph to really make it worth your while.
Taken (2008): Neeson is great as a special–ops retiree seeking his kidnapped daughter. Expect lots of broken bones and bullet–ridden corpses in this high–paced part–Borne revenge story high on emotional drive. Neeson will find you. Just don’t wish him good–luck.
In Bruges (2008): A violent and dark comedy with Farrell in lead as one of three 'honourable' assassins caught up in a feud in sleepy Bruges. Now how could you not like Bruges; it's a fairytale town.
Hangover, The (2009): The first comedy to truly make me laugh–out–loud for years, the Hangover was a surprise hit worldwide, shooting Cooper and Galifianakis to fame. With a memory–loss premise, some hilarious scenes and great cameos, this one will keep you well entertained!
Swingers (1996): Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn have a boyish charm that carry this indie comedy through not much of a story (think mid–2000's Entourage) – but I'm pretty sure that somewhere in there lies plenty of well–intentioned heart.
Happy Gilmore (1996): It may not be original in the slightest (it seems few Sandler flicks are), but this golfing comedy brings on the laughs, particularly for Sandler fans. Possibly remains my favourite Sandler comedy to date.

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