Hoffman
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Movie Reviews of Hoffman
Movie Review: Do not underestimate the Sellers!
Summary: 4 Stars
This film is surprisingly tender, and undeniably charming. The tension only works effectively because of the "supposed" repulsion and repugnancy that Cusack feels toward Sellers.The two play remarkably well together, sharing
almost all the scenes together. There is a light,
warm hearted chemistry here, which can only be
found in films from this period.
The ending is where the greatness of what came before is heightened. This film actually has some deep commentary and metaphorical significance concerning the roles of men and women, in relationships today.
I can only say, that, what Hoffman says is true, in his first dramatic monologue in the film.
"These men, with their thoughts,
full of breasts and bottoms and thighs.
Their revolution is almost upon you:
just you wait, just you wait. Hope never dies in a man with a good dirty mind."
You have to love Peter Sellers.
Movie Review: An Unknown Peter Sellers Gem
Summary: 4 Stars
This has to rank as one of Peter Sellers' greatest performances, albeit in a dramatic vehicle. When the film begins Sellers appears to be a repugnant character and Sinead Cusack appears to be his helpless victim. However, as the story unfolds, these assumptions are turned upside their head in credible fashion. Anybody willing to take a chance on a unique and ultimately charming love story should see this one.Movie Review: Well Done and Off-beat
Summary: 3 Stars
"Hoffman" is tale of a a novel, perhaps intimidating, approach by a shy man to seek a romantic relationaship with a work colleague by exercising a form of blackmail. His victim has 'agreed' to stay with the hero for a week and obey his every command. Over that period the relationship changes from predation and fear to one of mutual affection.
The plot is quite well worked out, and the acting is excellent. The hroine's change of heart is too rapid to be believable, however.
Movie Review: A single guy captures his lamb
Summary: 3 Stars
There is a certain borderline dementia to this movie
that is very unhealthy in a British way?
This old fellow tricks/ blackmails his young administrative assistant/ secretary
into a week of four day at his flat.
What may be bad about this movie, is that it might give others "ideas" about
how to prey on young women?
As it stands it is kind of innocent in content.
I didn't really like it much.