Tom H’s Film Reviews

866 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tom H.

Dawn of the Dead (Zombies, Dawn of the Dead) (1979): The Zombie movie to define zombie movies, this Romero classic is a must for zombie and survival movie fans alike.
Braindead (Dead Alive) (1992): Not quite as great a B–grade splatter as 'Bad Taste', although there are a few cringy and memorable moments, and the occasional Wellington backdrop is a nice reminder of Jackson's more humble beginnings as weekend film–maker.
Lovely Bones, The (2009): A film which begins strong, with promises of a great tale, but later getting caught up in special effects and neglecting the elements of drama and emotion that it first struck up.; Blu-Ray ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Inglorious Bastards (Quel maledetto treno blindato) (1978): One for the Tarantino collection if you must, but not as enjoyable as Quentin's own similar–titled WWII adventure, nor as entertaining as titles along the lines of The Dirty Dozen, or even Kelly's Heroes.
Inglourious Basterds (Inglorious Bastards) (2009): Inglorious Basterds begins as serious WWII affair starring the incredible Mr Waltz, before becoming more and more Tarantino in dialogue, quirk, and violence. A great ride as always, but don't be fooled into thinking this is a mature Tarantino at work.
Ginga: The Soul of Brasilian Football (2005): Great documentary with the same type of visual presentation as the 'City of Men' series, focussed on young Brazillian soccer players and their 'art' of football. Highlights include a young one–legged player with incredible skills.
21 Grams (2003): Using his unconventional mash–up of interwoven characters and scenes, Alejandro brings us another film that steals the air from your lungs if not your heart from your chest.
Amores Perros (Love's a Bitch) (2000): Not for the faint of heart, this interweaved storyline of violence and emotion, while sometimes a little too raw, packs a punch that is hard to match.; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15, $29.95
Pulp Fiction (1994): Pulp Fiction is the perfect title for this mash–up of cultural references, intertwined storylines, snappy Tarantino dialogue, and wonderful cast. Now, who doesn't know what a quarter pounder is called in France?
Sin City (2005): A guilty pleasure painstakingly translated to film with the same visual flair and cartoonish violence of the graphic novels, and almost perfectly cast. Now where did the sequel ever get to?; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95

Main menu

Section navigation menu

Tom H’s Film Reviews