Tom H’s Film Reviews

866 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tom H.

Mummy, The (1999): The effects are decent, but there is little else to recommend, especially when Brendan Fraser will never be as likeable as Harrison Ford, and the treasure–hunter formula has been done better numerous times before.
Coyote Ugly (2000): With a 'cocktail' meets 'showgirls' premise, and little substance backing up the flashy bar dance sequences, Coyote Ugly manages to remain surprisingly entertaining for a 90s audience thanks to the unbeat pop soundtrack.
Cocktail (1988): A very 80s comedy that provides few laughs and plenty of cringe–worthy moments. Some decent bar–trick scenes, but little else to like unless you're trying to remind yourself of why fashion trends move on...
Firm, The (1993): A decent–enough screen version of a classic Grisham novel, with young Cruise playing the naive law graduate in way over his head. Never thoroughly believable, but there's enough here to carry you through.
Runaway Jury (2003): One of the better film–versions of Grisham's famous law–premised novels, Runaway Jury is a compelling drama and suspense film, with good performances and plenty of intrigue.
About a Boy (2002): Hugh Grant steps up the cheeky arrogance lurking in most of his performances, living a self–obsessed lifestyle until a young (slightly annoying) boy turns up looking for his company and mentorship. Funny and mostly likable.
Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004): The sequel takes things a little too far, placing Bridget in silly situations for little reason. The original cast is here and likeable as ever, but the plot leaves much to be desired.
Bridget Jones's Diary (2001): Zellweger is great, filling the role in every way with a very British manner and figure – Hugh Grant is his usual cheeky self, and Firth is the awkward British guy. A fun rom com with a few unique elements.
Juno (2007): A wonderful indie flick with convincing yet quirky performances by Page and Cera, this was an instant favourite with public and critics alike. A sweet, touching, and funny tale that should be seen.
Biggie and Tupac (2002): Interesting documentary about the friendship turned hatred of two of the most notorious rappers in history and the violent end to their lives. Suge Knight is another intriguing character, although we never find out what 'really' happened.

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