piercewgillard

There is nothing subtle about this movie. Hughes uses music like a bludgeon, the visuals are (now) cliche and cartoonish in their excess, and the plot (what there is of it) hadn't just aged poorly, it seems like it'd be objectionable even 40 years ago. The conversations about sex aren't objectionable in sum total, but the ones that outline, detail, and prescribe assault are hard to overlook. And Long Duk Dong just shouldn't...

I see why this launched so many of these kids' careers, and perhaps all comedy ages poorly, but I think I'd pick a different film for capturing this brand of distinct teenage feeling.

Beautifully composed cinematography, some very nice Detective Batman moments throughout, and stellar performances abound. Felt like a good Batman book, but one I had to put down in between readings due to length. This Bruce Wayne also seemed like one we hadn't seen before, improving and growing, and it leaves me wondering if that kind of energy can be captured again in a sequel. I still think it could've been a bit shorter and been great.

This movie is deeply silly, maybe too silly, too fast-paced, but still filled with things I love. I want more Christian Bale and Natalie Portman than it gave me, but I suppose wasn't disappointed that I got out of the theater in under three hours. An alright Thor flick, but not his best outing.