November 20, 2009
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Completely engrossed is the only way I can describe my seeing The Baader Meinhof Complex. The film is based on a true story that shows the effects of terrorism and the determination of left-wing extremists. Insightful yet despotic the film made me cringe at times seeing the lengths and means terrorists will go to make their point. It’s an astonishing film that reaches deep into the gut of an activist group that really changed Germany over a ten-year span starting in the late 60’s and brought the meaning of terrorism to the forefront.
A true story about soccer (Football to England) brings some very good entertainment to the screen. It’s called The Damned United and I liked the acting, cinematography and direction of this sports period piece. If you like your competition with some drama and action then The Damned United is your kick in the grass.
This nicely played out story based on the actual memoirs of an affair is simple and amusing. Although it is somewhat similar to Lolita, being an actual happing does give it an edge over the famous themed film of older man soliciting a teenager. But, An Education is a love story no matter how distasteful or prurient as the acting and direction make it entertaining.
The fine directing, acting and cinematography place Coco Before Chanel high on my list of very good films for 2009. In fact the storyline that’s based on fact held my attention, has whit, romance and grit. If you like period piece films that bring famous characters to life, then make some time to see this fine French film.