Donnie Darko

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Summary: Not a bad movie, but brilliant filmaking? No way!
Review: Am I missing something here? Because I didn't think Darko was all that great. Not to be a jerk, but let me explain why, just to stimulate some discussion here. It pains me to see a film so rife with typical "Hollywood-isms" get so much praise. Not that this is a horrible film, but I thought the dialogue was kinda transparent and rather pandering to "our" generation (those who came of age in the 80's) and I'm shocked how strongly some people feel about it. Honestly, I've only seen praise for this film, so I just felt I had to provide a different viewpoint, that's all. I eagerly await your hatemail!!

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Summary: Incredible, an interesting film
Review: I saw this movie expecting a film about a young man with problems and the movie jsut peeking into his mind. I had no idea that the movie would go into so many concepts and make some very interesting points. I was amazed at how the movie could capture you and make the veiwing so intense that you almost felt what the main character was felling.
My only problem with this film was the casting. I dont Drew Berrymore belonged in this film ( not that she was bad, there are just people to fit that role)Patrick Swayze was a small character in this film, but vital. I really enjoyed seeing him in a film again.
This was an very interesting movie and I suggest it to anyone who is intrested darker sorts of movies.

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Summary: intoxicating
Review: ok i'm not going to waste time writting what it was about everyone does that. what i will tell you is that i was completly blown away by this debut film. i could not take my eyes off of it! it is cinimaticly beutiful!the story is complex yet engrossing. i watched it and than watched again that night. since than i have rented it several times, and everytime i watch it's mystery is solved alittle more. the entire end is in the movie in one way or another you just have to be clever enough to pick up on it.
Most likey my pick for movie of the year knocking Memento out of first place!

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Summary: The music was nice
Review: I am very sorry but there is/was no rational explanation to what actually happened to Donnie, either he was dead already at the golfcourse or he managed to move time back (a little trickier). Personally I picked it up as him being dead when he first spoke to his rabbit 'friend'. And I would like to know whether mommie was in bed or on a plane at the time of the incident. Every time the engine fell off she was in bed except at 1 time when she was on a plane and at home in bed at the same time.

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Summary: Stunning
Review: This movie was incredible. With twists that will blow you away you can't help but watch it again just to see if you missed something. Donnie being a mysterious charecter, that you can never really get to know, makes you wonder what he is thinking through the whole movie. All the characters had an important role in this film and wouldn't be the same with out any of them. The only actress i did not like was Drew barry moore. She had nothing to do with the progress of the movie and it could have been done with out her. Over-all it was an awsoeme, and wonderful movie!

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Summary: Amazing!!!
Review: this film is the best film i've seen since i don't even know when. i've never seen anything like it before. when the movie was over, i had to sit and absorb what i had just seen. it's an amazing piece of film making!!

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Summary: And it has a good soundtrack too..
Review: A great Echo and the Bunnymen tune is featured in the beginning of the film, har-har-har. This is a very engrossing film, well worth the 90 minutes or so of your life. Donnie Darko is a mixture of social commentary, satire, science fiction type themes and dark drama; but it is all mixed together in a very well paced and clever manner. The acting is very good as well, even Drew Barrymore's performance as the weird teacher (now THAT is truly amazing). A truly DIFFERENT but great film.

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Summary: How can anyone not love this movie?
Review: This movie is incredible. When this movie was in theaters I did not know anything about it. When I bought it on DVD I found out that my life would not be complete with it. It has so many twists and turns that my head was almost spinning. Although many people have not heard of this movie I hope one day they will see it and enjoy it just as much as me.
Frank the man in the bunny suit. How original is that. Time travel? one subject that has not yet been explained that great in other movies before, is explained perfectly in this film. If you don't agree with me, so be it, but just for your information watch the movie, over, over, over, over, over, and over again to find out why I think it is so great and if you agree with me. GOOD FOR YOU. See this movie if you have not already and enjoy it for the first time, or again for another time.
Good Day.
Soory if you had trouble reading this review, thank you for your time.

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Summary: Beats the hell out of American Beauty
Review: This has got to be one of the most compelling movies of all time...the acting is great,the directing was mind-shattering, and the plot was thrilling and kept the viewer guessing up until the surprising ending...A must see for anyone who loves the artsy type of films and wants to be stunned...you never know how shallow people can be and the meaning of true beauty until you see this movie

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Summary: Godless god-fullness
Review: Are you one of those fellas who would like to smack God in the back of the head and drop it off on the NJ Turnpike (buck-naked)--and yet find a strange attraction to it's beautiful design--? Are you fascinated by relativity, signs, kissing, and honesty. Have you found yourself floating in a pool wondering why you have a body? Then by all means, buy yourself a can of Donnie Darko. (N.B. This review is meant to be read with a 50's Crystler commercial-guy tone to it.)