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Summary: Holy Cow, What a Film !!!
Review: I'm reduced to silly exclamations after watching Donnie Darko. I won't try to explain it -- I can only say it leaves me both baffled and excited, and I want to watch it again! This is the most strikingly original film I've seen in years and, though "nobody" saw it when it was released (it was lost in the post-9/11 haze), it is undoubtedly a cult favorite now and will only grow in stature. Some very fine acting here, with special praises for the magnificent Mary McDonnell, one of our most versatile, masterful and under-rated actors.
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Summary: Still dreaming
Review: I have just finished watching Donnie Darko and feel compelled to write about it. Though I am not sure what to write. I fear I might say something to detract from its greatness.It plays like a dream and leaves you wondering about your life like no other film. It is beautiful, profound, thought provoking, striking..... Just watch it.
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Summary: BEST EVER
Review: As I read the one and two star reviews of this movie, I am amazed at the lack of creative intelligence in this world. "There was no logical conclusion", "I dont get it" etc. are the usual ramblings by these false prophets. heh heh No film combines social commentary and conflicting philosophies of life better than this movie. Why would you expect there to be a neat and tidy resolution? Has that resolution been made in the real world? As for the references to other movies like "Harvey" or "Evil Dead", OF COURSE HES GOING TO USE ELEMENTS OF THOSE MOVIES. Like any great artist, he recognized those who have come before him and knows that art builds upon itself. Where would "insert any horror director's name here" be without Hitchcock? This movie is actually just a reverse of Its a Wonderful Life meets Last Temptation of Christ. Rent this DVD and you will realize you really never die alone.
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Summary: Amazing.
Review: I've already read all the reviews that tell you what happens in the movie. All I know is I've seen it now three times in the past two days, and I must own this movie in the near future. It touches upon irony in such a way as to make one beg for more. Intelligent, witty, altering, and incredible. I've seen some very good movies, but this one is now fighting its way on my top three of all time. This movie should be seen.
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Summary: Could It Ever Be Topped?
Review: My answer is, so far, no. Memento came close but just wasn't good enough. This movie, no unlike Memento, keeps your attention long after to movie is over. I have to admit that I was still talking about it a month after I'd rented it. I kept thinking about it all the time and soon I had to go out and buy it, which was no easy task because very few stores actually carry it. Now even after all this time I still watch it over and over again and it still makes me think.
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Summary: I have to see this again tomorrow
Review: I am buying this on half.com, but I think I might just call in sick for Thanksgiving tomorrow, rent it, and stay home and watch it again. I can't wait 5 days for it to come in the mail!!
I am a bit frightened by how much I loved this film. I don't rent movies very frequently, and heard about this movie on a listserv. I vaguely remember when it came out, but it seems like there was other stuff going on around that time ...
Set in 1988, an obvious adoration for Sam Raimi's "Evil Dead" is apparent throughout Donnie Darko, from the eerily similar skin-crawling mood to the obvious hat-tip when Donnie takes his girlfriend to see "Evil Dead" at the movies.
Donnie is forced to endure one ordeal after another by Frank, a demonic man-sized rabbit that torments him and controls his life. Frank saves Donnie's life early in the film by appearing to him in a vision, leading him out of his house, and warning him of the end of the world, which will happen in approximately 6 days. Shortly thereafter, Frank compels Donnie to commit a series of destructive crimes, including vandalism and arson. The repurcussions of these evil acts eventually completely destroy Donnie's sanity.
I have read others say they were confused by the ending, but I think the ending makes perfect sense. Sometimes there are worse fates than death.
The deleted scenes of "Watership Down" add a literary level to the movie, but the movie does just as well without them.
Those interested in time travel, theoretical physics, the space-time continuum, horror movies, schizophrenia and related psychological conditions, updates on themes from classic movies, love stories with unhappy endings, apocalyptic visions, 80s music, and twisted black humor will LOVE this movie.
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Summary: unbelievable, just the best movie every made.. unbelievable
Review: i just finished watching the movie 1 minute ago... incredible, wow, i have watched tons of movies but this... this... wow. unbelievable, what a movie, if only my volcabulary consisted of more adjectives... this movie is really really good, i cant ever watch another movie again, i will end my movie watching with simply the best movie ever made... wow
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Summary: i liked this film alot
Review: this movie was excellent, i happen to be watching it between 3 and 5a.m, just as dawn was arriving. the song at the end...i can't describe in words. i can't wait to buy the soundtrack too. i would also recommend a film called "before the rain," its plot structure is off the meters, funny its a little known film. enjoy it.
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Summary: AMAZING PIECE OF ART
Review: I wish I could have taken credit for this masterpiece. Donnie Darko was the best film I've ever seen in my life. There is so much to this film I cannot even begin to describe . I was floored when I was saw it and I have seen it about 12 times, I still am finding more and more elements to it. My friend told me about it and I took a chance and watched it, I haven't been the same since, I just love talking and analyzing this movie, it never gets old. My suggestion...by the DVD and watch it over and over until you understand and see these things..."the God and Jesus" corrolation and email me if you too see it. Also I'd like to know what everyone's interpretation of Cherita was in the film.. BUY THIS MOVIE!!
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Summary: Dark, provocative and thoroughly entertaining
Review: "Donnie Darko" has just the right blend of quirky characters, scientific fascination, and narrative ambiguity to make it an instant cult classic. While never quite as successful as its bigger budget cousins - darkly offbeat films such as "Being John Malkovich", "Magnolia" or the work of David Lynch - it's nevertheless a highly original and ambitious first feature which manages to impress. As does Jake Gyllenhaal, turning in a wonderfully unnerving performance as the troubled Donnie, his innocent looks making his behaviour even more chilling. This is clearly a low-budget film, but for many audiences the grubby sound mix, poor lighting and (in places) very clunky writing will all be part of the charm. If not, the 28-day countdown to cosmic doom will keep even the most jaded (or confused) viewers engaged. Moreover, the late-80's fashions and songs make this film a particularly amusing 'wormhole' for the over-25's. Dark, provocative and thoroughly entertaining.
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