Posts under Tag: 20th Century Period Pieces
Pollock (4.5)
Pollock

CONSENSUS: “Ed Harris kills it in this obvious passion project. His direction, his acting and even his painting are wonderful. It is one of the best bio-pics that we have seen. Pollock is especially good if you have an interest in 20th century American art.” INSTAFLICKA INDEX 4.50   This riveting biopic follows abstract painter Jackson Pollock — who’s alternately

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Doctor Zhivago (4.17)
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CONSENSUS: “Doctor Zhivago is a beautiful epic. Don’t worry about the lengthy run-time because each frame of the film is rich and compelling. It is marvelous in every way and is a must watch.”

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Gosford Park (4.33)
Gosford Park

CONSENSUS: “Gosford Park is one of acclaimed director Robert Altman’s best works. Built on strong performances, delicious cascading conversations and a luxuriousness surrounding, this film calls out for repeated viewings. It is packed full of depth and intrigue.” INSTAFLICKA INDEX 4.33   Director Robert Altman’s witty murder mystery won an Oscar for its screenplay, which really takes off when Sir

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Sweet Land (3.67)
SweetLand

CONSENSUS: “Sweet Land is a movie worth connecting with. Its simple and beautiful romance entangles, while the rural setting and historical backdrop compels. It is not a perfect movie, but it is one worth warming yourself with next to the fire.” INSTAFLICKA INDEX 3.67   Norwegian-American farmer Olaf Torvik (Tim Guinee) and his rural Minnesotan community must struggle to overcome

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Apollo 13 (4)
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CONSENSUS: “Apollo 13 gives the Hollywood treatment to a fascinating historical event from the heyday of America’s space program. It is a bit sentimental at times, but it is very much worth the ride. An easy movie to re-watch, Apollo 13 stands as one of director Ron Howard’s better works.” INSTAFLICKA INDEX 4.00   Technical troubles scuttle the Apollo 13

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Dirty Dancing (3.5)
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Expecting the usual tedium that accompanies a summer in the Catskills with her family, 17-year-old Frances “Baby” Houseman (Jennifer Grey) is surprised to find herself stepping into the shoes of a professional hoofer — and unexpectedly falling in love. The object of her affection? The resort’s free-spirited dance instructor (Patrick Swayze). This guilty pleasure became a classic and won an

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