Tom H’s Film Reviews

866 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tom H.

Brazil (1985): A Gilliam sci–fi epic, this tale is both bizarre and darkly funny, appreciated it seems, only by its cult fan following.
Southland Tales (2006): Following up his critically successful indie, Kelly continues with sci–fi time–warp themes, thrusting together unlikely characters in a countdown to the end of days. Timberlake's musical to The Killers is most memorable; little else leaves an impression.; DVD $24.95 | Blu-Ray $29.95
Donnie Darko (2001): Original, inspiring, confusing, this epic indie film will always hold a place in the hearts of its many fans, and continues to spark debate about its 'true' meaning. Gyllenhaal is fantastic as the compelling and troubled Donnie Darko.; DVD $19.95 | Blu-Ray $24.95
Edward Scissorhands (1991): Depp and Burton create a bond that will last many more films, with Burton fashioning a fantasy world of quirky and emotionally rich characters, and Depp masterfully filling the shoes of the central and most intriguing character.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005): Very different to the original film, this rendition of the Roald Dahl classic may be a turnoff for fans of the 70s classic, but Burton can still be commended for his creation of a quirky chocolate–factory, and for bringing Wonka to a whole new generation.
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969): The only Bond film starring Lazenby, this is not typical Bond in some aspects (romance), but very typically bond in others (action). Lazenby is not as convincing a 007 as Connery or Moore, but the film overall still carries the Bond essence.
Moonraker (1979): The Bond film with the most 'deaths' (at least on paper), this one has Roger Moore globetrotting in his chase of supervillain Hugo Drax, before going beyond earth to stop what could be Armageddon and the end of the human race.
Dr. No (1962): The original Bond film (not book), with Sean Connery (arguably the actor who best characterised Flemming's own 007), the beautiful Ursula Andress (classic bikini scene), and a plot that has Bond infiltrating a secret underground base in Jamaica.
Goldfinger (1964): Another Bond classic. Sean Connery is the original 007 with a distinct style and suave attitude that characterised his portion of the series. This one has him taking on Goldfinger and Oddjob while chasing the mystery of the naked golden girls.
Tongan Ninja (2002): A martial–arts spoof, though more original and funny than the likes of 'Kung Pow', this Kiwi–Pacific comedy with intentionally bad voice dubbing is a silly ninja outing that will not be appreciated by everyone.

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