Ladyhawke

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Summary: likeable movie - horrendous music score
Review: I remember absolutely loving Ladyhawke when I first saw it in my teens. I caught it on cable the othe rnight however and realised that it hasn't really aged that well... Whereas the storytelling is not remarkable it is nevertheless an enjoyable film if you're a bit of a romanticist. The cast is well put together although Mouse may occasionally come across as too much of a cynical and fast talking 90's teen for my liking. Pfeiffer and Hauer gel well and the supporting cast do what is expected of them.

Unfortunately this flick also features the worst music score I can think of and it is difficult to actually watch the movie without constantly getting annoyed by the soundtrack. In fact, when I think about is this atrociousness may be a reason in itself to watch the movie!

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Summary: A wonderful fairy tale of a movie!
Review: There are so few good, old fashioned and beautiful love stories made that all ages can watch! Good vs. evil is always a good topic to raise around children (mine loved the film) and this movie started some great conversations. The actors and actresses were perfectly cast- Michelle Pfeiffer is so lovely, even when her hair's chopped off! Rutger Hauer is very realistic as a warrior/ captian of the guard & Matthew Broderick is adorable and infurating as "Mouse", the thief with the heart of gold. One of my all time faves!

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Summary: Don't Miss The Horse
Review: Other reviews have pointed out the perfect characterizations of the hero and heroine, the evil Bishop, the bumbling cowardly priest, but for goodness sake don't miss the hero's horse. This horse is the real thing! Bred in the middle ages to carry the knight with all his armor, this magnificent animal really is what he appears to be: the medieval equivalent of the Tiger Tank. Watch him strike down evil, and carry the hero to victory. After the first 10 minutes you will forget the anachronistic boy's behaviour and become submerged in the best movie fairytale since The Wizard of Oz.

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Summary: One of my favorite movies of all time.
Review: A beautiful story, with just the right touch of comedy. This movie was a milestone in fantasy movies. Very few good fantasy and sci fi movies had been made up to this point, and few have been made since. Most are hack and slash barbarians, or really hokey magickal effects, but this movie has the beautiful plot, scenery and perfect characters for their parts. I recommend this one highly. It's one of my all time favorites.

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Summary: A Powerful Epic Of Fantasy
Review: The cast of Broderick, Pfieffer, and Rutger Hauer take the viewer to a time when the world was ruled by the sword.

Hauer was born for this role and it is truly one of his best performances (perhaps eclipsing his Blade Runner piece). As a hard, man of the sword, his is completely vulnerable to the love of his life, Pfieffer.

Broderick adds just the required amount of levity in this film of two lovers cursed to forever remain apart.

Stunning filmography and a powerful soundtrack blend to form a well balanced epic.

Recommended for those who enjoy fantasy, romance, science fiction, action, and good old fashioned swordfights between good and evil.

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Summary: One of My Favorites!
Review: I thought this movie was absolutely fantastic. I cannot say enough about the perfomances, the music, the beautiful scenery, etc. First of all, Michelle Pfieffer and Rutger Hauer are amazing, playing the doomed lovers who are cursed to walk the earth, "always together, eternally apart." He is the wolf by night and she is the hawk by day. Hauer is brilliant as the stoic and heroic Navarre, and Pfieffer is enchanting as the beautiful Isabeau. Broderick is superb as the clever and funny Philippe. The music is so Beautiful in this movie, one of the best soundtracks ever created. It adds to the movie, especially the one refrain where the hawk is flying over the lake. It is enough to bring tears to the eyes, it evokes so much passion. There are so many beautiful scenes, the ditch scene in particular. I also love the part where Philippe sees Isabeau after the "incident." That whole speech of "You must save this hawk he said" is so wonderful. Wow, truly fantastic. I encourage everyone to see this movie, please. There is no disappointment in this movie!

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Summary: A movie of massive emotion, balanced by the brilliant comedy
Review: A movie of massive emotion, balanced by the brilliant comedy of Phillip (Matthew Broderick). A tale of betrayal, deceit, tagedy, and sustaining hope that overcomes them. Marvelous action, romance and comedy. The weekend it came out on video I must have seen it a dozen times...

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Summary: I never tire of watching this movie.
Review: Michelle Pfeiffer (Isabo) and Rutger Haur (Navarre) are two of my favorite actors. They both do a marvelous job with this film, and Matthew Broderick (Mouse) plays a significant role in the movie too. It is an epic, romantic, fairy tale with themes of good vs. evil, love conquers all, friendship and loyalty, faith and determination.

Rutger Haur looks real good on a horse! His character, Navarre runs a gamut of emotions like anger, desperation, and finally hope. Isabo is serenly beautiful and captivates all the male characters who surround her. Mouse provides much of the humor and he is in almost every scene.

If you like Highlander, which is also a magical sweeping tale with swordfights, you'll like Ladyhawke.

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Summary: This Movie is So Beautiful
Review: This is one of my favorite movies, and for several reasons. First of all, the acting is superb! Rutger Hauer is wonderful as the strong-willed, yet romantic Navarre. He does a spectacular job in all of his movies, but this is my favorite of his. Michelle Pfieffer, the beautiful Isabeau, is the other half of the doomed and cursed lovers who are forced to suffer as a result of the curse from the Bishop. The story is amazing, as is the MUSIC. The music is BEAUTIFUL, and my favorite part is where the hawk is flying across the water. Wow, I can never get over that scene. The music gives such depth, and conveys the emotions of the movie brilliantly. There are many scenes that touch me, but my fave is where the doomed lovers are in the ground and see each other for one brief second. I cannot get through that scene without crying. When you watch it, you will know what I mean. This is a movie for everyone, and one that will certainly not disappoint!

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Summary: Epic fantasy
Review: Fantasy fans- ENJOY! The music is horrible... I rate the movie 3 stars due to the story alone. The effect, sound and vision is standard and a bit dated.