Tom H’s Film Reviews

866 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tom H.

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005): Shane Black makes his directorial debut and proves that he is more than just a writer in this dark comedy semi–noir. Both unpredictable and stylish, with Downey Jnr and Kilmer stealing the show with fantastic wit and vicious sarcasm.
True Romance (1993): Penned by Tarantino and filmed by Scott (Tony), this is a Bonnie and Clyde adventure with as many pop–culture references as action sequences, some dark comedy, and an all–star cast.
What's Eating Gilbert Grape? (1993): DiCaprio and Depp are excellent as polar–opposite brothers in small–town America. A touching tale, with both sweet naivety and telling societal insight.
I Am Sam (2002): A definite tear–jerker, this is superb acting from Sean Penn and young Dakota Fanning. A semi–legal story, heart–warming (and breaking) drama, and a great Beatles soundtrack.
Death Race (2008): Paul Anderson is not afraid of making a shallow action experience with more thrills than thought, and Death Race is no exception. A lot more entertaining than I expected, this is a true adrenaline rush of petrol, lead, and fire.
Total Recall (1990): Another screen–adaptation of a Phillip K. Dick sci–fi adventure, this is Arnie at his peak. Big budget, compelling memory–loss premise, and some interesting sights to behold, from the Robocop director.
Robocop (1987): Based on the premise of ultimate computer security system gone wrong, this ultra–violent and then–groundbreaking special effects actioner is still a thrilling ride, with some big explosions and graphic shootouts.
Hollow Man (2000): Interesting premise and state–of–the–art special effects aren't enough to save the pathetic script, poor dialogue, or any part of the film.
Face Off (1997): Somehow one of my favourite action films, this is stylish action with a unique sci–fi theme, gritty “Hell–A” setting, and mesmerising performances by both Cage and Travolta. "It’s like looking in a mirror. Only... not."
Date Night (2010): The script may leave much to be desired, but the on–screen chemistry between Steve Carrell and Tina Fey somehow manages to make up for it, being both ridiculously funny and strangely warming.

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