Eye of the Beholder
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Movie Reviews of Eye of the Beholder
Movie Review: Good Movie, but a bit pointless
Summary: 5 Stars
I fell in love with Eye of the Beholder the first time I saw it. I don't know why I had such a momentous reaction to this film, but something seemed to "click". The story is very original, but doesn't seem to hold enough water. The scene transitions are, at times, spectacular; with steady camera movement and somewhat random fades. Its a very slow movie, considering that there's not much to work with, and the acting appears very dull and bland. However, Eye of the Beholder is about two sociopaths who eventially find each other, so heavy acting really doesn't fit the storyline. The sound and picture quality are both moderate, and much of the dialogue drifts with little emotion. Eye of the Beholder is not hollywood material and, to some, may appear very very depressing, due to the films bleak attitude. Its a romance with a 180 degree twist, and is suitable for anyone who has the patience for slow drama. Its a good movie to view once, but I would not be very enthusiastic to own it. Rent it before buying it, and endulge.Movie Review: An extremely well made suspense thriller.
Summary: 5 Stars
An british detective named Stephen Wilson (Ewan McGregor) better known as the Eye. His new assignment is to watch an confused woman named Joanna Eris (Ashley Judd), she has been running from the law for years. Since Stephen has been with her every move, he begins to fall in love with her and also finds out that Joanna is a murderer killing almost every man is meets. Stephen wants to help her more than putting her in Jail.Smart film with Terrfic Performance from McGregor and Judd. Well written and directed by Stephan Elliott (The Adventures of Priscilla:Queen of the Desert) from the Novel by Marc Behm. DVD`s has strong anamorphic Widescreen (2.35:1) transfer and Pan & Scan is included. Excellent Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound. Including an director`s commentary. The DVD from Canada is in Pan & Scan, Dolby Stereo Sound and also has a Deleted Scene and an Altertive Ending. This Film is not for all Tastes but It`s Smart, Ambitious, Strange and Original in it`s Own Way. Super 35. Grade:A.
Movie Review: not for everyone
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought the video used along with a few others. when I got back to the house i checked on amazon to see what the reviews were. They were terrible. one person said "the first half hour is good, the rest is awful", so i thought i would watch it for a half hour and at least get something for my money. At the end of the movie I just sat there as the credits rolled off, which I couldn't even read, but I couldn't move either.
This hapened the next night as well.
I went back to amazon to read the reviews and kept looking until I found one that was positive. the opening of the review went like this, "this movie is about loss".
This person was right, if you have had unbearable loss in your life, you will relate to this movie.
Movie Review: Vastly underrated beauty.
Summary: 5 Stars
Serious advice: start drinking whisky as soon as the movie starts and kill at least half a pint. By the end, you'll be floating on the sheer bizarre beauty of this film. It's glamorous and pointless and compelling--unexpectedly so, if you happen to stumble on it without prior expectations. I actually thought I'd dislike this film, had very low expectations, and rented it one night on whim. I've watched it several times since then. This is the kind of story where you keep asking "Why?" but there's no pat explanation for why the main characters act as they do--there's the superficial backstory for each of them, but in the end they're opaque--their choices, motives, and thoughts undecipherable. It's amoral, stylish noir, but somehow it has a pure heart.Movie Review: Missunderstood Beauty
Summary: 5 Stars
After reading several reviews of EYE, I noticed a disheartening trend, people were simply not understanding any of it and that people were panning it without any logic whatsoever. The film is quite excellent in fact. First, the film is absolutely beautiful to watch and watching it in letterbox form is a must. Second, the plot is more than just some Private Eye falling in love with one of his assignments, it involves the complexity and dynamic of two deeply hurt individuals who need each other even though they have never spoken with each other. I won't go into much more detail because I know it is worth seeing so I recommend it to anyone who has cared about another person.