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Painted Lady (1997) ****

Painted Lady (1997) ****

Painted Lady is a British murder mystery mini-series, directed by Julian Jarrold to a screenplay by Allan Cubitt. It stars Helen Mirren in the main role. If you enjoyed Prime Suspect and are a fan of Helen Mirren, you will much appreciate the Painted Lady.
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The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) ***

The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) ***

Think of The Wolf of Wall Street as The Great Gatsby meeting The Goodfellas of the stock market. Martin Scorsese's drama-comedy-biopic is based on Jordan Belfort's real-life memoir of the same name. The Wolf of Wall Street has several great moments but, all in all, when everything is said and done, I had to ask myself whether there was really a need to make this film. At close to three hours the film is long and feels even longer. Having Belfort as the film’s protagonist, even if the lead is depicted by a charismatic DiCaprio, makes the story dislikable and somewhat dull. That being said, maybe for the Kardashians audience this film is a treat. Not being part of that crowd, this film is one I could have done without.
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American Hustle (2013) ****

American Hustle (2013) ****

American Hustle is a comedy-drama film, directed by David O. Russell to a screenplay by Eric Warren Singer and Russell himself. It is inspired by the FBI ABSCAM operation, which took place in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The film stars a terrific ensemble, including Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, Louis C.K. and Jennifer Lawrence.
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2 Guns (2013) ***

2 Guns (2013) ***

Formulaic in its storyline and thus quite expected in its handful of plot twists, 2 Guns is still a lot of fun to watch. Well-paced and enjoying good chemistry between its magnetic lead roles, it serves as an explosive dish of summer fun, especially if you are up for some mindless loud action.
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Fast & Furious 6 (2013) **

Fast & Furious 6 (2013) **

It is tempting to compare the sixth installment of this now established franchise to a porn movie. Not that any of us have ever seen one, but from what I hear, most porn films have very little in the way of plot and dialogue – these are just deemed a necessity to connect the scenes most men, and some women, watch the film for.
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Mud (2013) ****

Mud (2013) ****

Set to the backdrop of crime, and being an engaging thriller, Mud is first and foremost a coming-of-age story about a boy trying to come into terms with what love is. Jeff Nichols who wrote and directed this film, manages to intertwine several different relationship plotlines into one whole story, and does so in a manner that feels natural.
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    I agree about the relationship with Logan and Charles - added a lot of depth, especially with the next...

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    wont bother then

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    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this movie :-)watching Robert De Niro in a dress what could be better.Enjoy

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