"National Treasure: Book of Secrets"

Good frolicking fun, heart-pounding thrill. It's a lot more preposterous, far-fetched than the first one. The first one was more rooted in 'history,' considerably more complex, got clues after clues that led to a more complicated puzzle. This one is much simpler, has far less clues, bigger plot holes and more fantasy-based. But it's all good; highly entertaining fantasy action adventure. Perfect escapism for the holiday.  

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"Enchanted"

Dazzling, delightful, magical.  It's nice to escape to and believe in a fairy tale world, even if just for a couple of hours.

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"Lions for Lambs"

I came in with low expectations considering the reviews, but came out speechless. There were a few profound moments in the film where I was just moved, inspired. Right or wrong, these characters act with the courage of their convictions. Continuous dialogues, debates from different angles that you have to keep up with. I was enraptured throughout; those are some intelligent, engaging, meaningful dialogues that really makes you THINK.  

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"Gone Baby Gone" & "Rendition"

Provocative, gripping, harrowing, thought-provoking. Gets to you from the start and never let go. Deals with complex moral dilemma... how far are you willing to take it when faced with the impossible? What do you do if what's legally right differ from morally right? Does the truth weigh more than peace or happiness? Does the end justify the means?

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"Michael Clayton"

Sharp, compelling, mature of corporate misdeeds. It's slow-burning with quiet intensity that gains strength over time, pulls you in and grips you till the end.

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"August Rush"

Lovely, sweet, poignant. It's a tearjerker. I was misty-eyed more times than I can remember. It's a wonderful change from all the visual feast and thinking type of films of late, to be swept away and really... listen, genuinely feel, and believe. The music is eclecticly grand and soul-stirring and and evokes heartfelt emotions.  

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"Live Free or Die Hard"

Wow - most satisfying action movie I've seen in years! This is classic John 'Die Hard' McClane; Bruce Willis still got it. They don't make these types of action movies anymore. Having been overloaded with digital effects, do you know how *refreshing* it is to see good ol' fashioned stunts again? Fast-paced, heart-pounding, non-stop action, chases and explosions. Great plots (not to mention relevant in this day and age), great characterizations, great humor, great villains, great buddy chemistry... oh, did I mention GREAT stunts??? Absolutely exhilarating.

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"Ocean Twelve"

Slick, sly, stylish. Outraregously fun. Revenge is sweeet. Doesn't take itself seriously, but tight script and well-executed with full starpower.

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"Mr. Brooks"

Edge-of-your-seat psychological thriller (suspension of disbelief required!) with enough twists and turns to keep it suspenseful. Superb acting by the two main personalities. Complex, dark, disturbing. Rarely a dull moment.

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"Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer"

Truly fantastic, super cool (Silver Surfer, anyone?), fun... fun... fun. No heavy drama, no character development, no complicated plot, no depth in the story. It's most lighthearted, lightweight superhero stories. Easy breezy... just how 'Fantastic' should be.  

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"Stardust"

Wondrous magical fantasy. Grand escapism of a fairytale in epic proportion. A bewitching blend of adventure, action, fantasy, romance and humor with lavish cinematography and costumes. It's got kings, princes, pirates, witches, spells, swashbuckling, unicorn, flying ship, fallen star. Forget about "Lord of the Rings." Forget about "The Chronicles of Narnia." "Stardust" towers over them all. A shining example of how an epic fantasy should be like. BEST movie of the year. Most spellbinding movie of its genre in years!

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"Bourne Ultimatum"

Phenomenal, absolutely phenomenal. Super high rush of globe-trotting and in confined spaces alike. Skillfully acted, directed, and (sometimes impossibly) shot. Bourne comes back and finishes what he's started with much gusto and bravado. Most spectacular chases, crashes and (hand-to-hand) combats. Bond who? Much superior than 'Identity' and 'Supremacy.' What a fitting, clever way to end this super-spy trilogy.  

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"Ratatouille"

Delightful, delectable, dazzling. Such a brilliant, accomplished animation. The cityscape, ins and outs of Paris, France. Sumptuous delicacies. Exquisite designs. Look so real. As with other Disney-Pixar stories, there's a heart there. Real heartwarming, uplifting.

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