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A review of THE BRIEFCASE

by thedbarbee on 06/03/2012

Technical: The cinematography was excellent along with the sound and sound effects. All were spot on. The fight scenes were outstanding. The actors/stuntmen were great, I think I recognize the fellow getting out of the car but that's no matter. The choreography for the fight scenes also was excellent. One small criticism, either pad the hoodie so you can actually strike... read

Missing pirates.

A review of Pirates

by thedbarbee on 11/06/2011

As a grandfather I really looked forward to seeing this movie based on the synopsis. Sadly I was disappointed. Technical issues: If you wanted to surprise us you should have left the 'whistling wind' sound effect off the beginning. I noticed this right away, even the second time I watched the film. Grandpa's close up laying on the beach was in shadow. Presumably you couldn't... read

This is difficult

A review of Anne Bonny

by thedbarbee on 07/18/2010

This is a most difficult review because there is so much to like about this script. This is certainly not your typical romantic swashbuckler. Especially when you consider that it is based on fact. Anne and Mary must have been a couple of wiry 'broads' to carry their own weight as they are depicted. I found it to be a very engaging story. Having the bulk of protagonists... read

Technically excellent!

A review of Version

by thedbarbee on 07/18/2010

Version, is technically excellent. I especially like the camera work, particularly in the day dream walk. Black and white was perfect for this film, intensifying the dreaminess. The narrative works well and I thought the scripting was good. It was well proportioned and presented in just the right moment of the film. That's the technical review. My only criticism is of... read

A funny trip through Hell?

A review of Through Hell, For Sara (v5)

by thedbarbee on 07/18/2010

I really like the title although I must confess I didn't see how it could be funny. It was funny. It took about an hour to read which would translate well into a 90 to 120 minute film. The description of the 'tortures' in hell were very funny (except for those in the 9'th circle). I do think, since this is a comedy it might be wise to interject a some more comedic elements... read

Stop the music!

A review of "Hey, you! What's that sound?"

by thedbarbee on 08/24/2008

The production was good. The photography was good. The sound was excellent although the music sounded exactly like eighties music composed today. (I know you can't use copyrighted music in these shorts.) The script was sparse and really didn't promote the characters; there simply wasn't a story. Given the talent visible in the production, photography and sound quality,... read

Interesting but

A review of Vacationing to the Great Canyon Valles Marineris

by thedbarbee on 06/22/2008

The cinematography was great. The sound of the wind presented the opposite of desolation, I think stark dead stillness would have been better. Go deep into the desert sometime and listen, nothing! The casting was good, I liked the actors. The goofiness of the husband and the seriousness of the wife was well presented by the actors. My problem is with the dialog. It failed... read

Very Original

A review of PARTY FACES

by thedbarbee on 06/29/2003

I really like this concept. It's very original. It really catches you off guard then you get into it. Very funny characters (caricatures?) The directing and editing were spot on. The actors were stiff as they should have been given the concept. I really liked this film.

Very good

A review of The Strange Case of Patient X

by thedbarbee on 03/14/2003

I liked this film very much but I do have a few negatives. Needs a better actor. The distorted image of the cereal bowl was over the top. It served no purpose, the tight shot was sufficient. One last criticism is the fades were to long for a short film. Other than these negatives the film was well directed. The story was excellent and affected me on several levels. Good... read

Terrific

A review of nines

by thedbarbee on 02/28/2003

I started laughing as soon as this film started. This was great. It reminded me of the many intelligent, intellectual conversations I've had with the guys. Then there's the "bad" pimp. Technically, the dialog was crisp and really funny. I've been in slip-fights like these before and you gotta be quick. The split screen was perfect for this type of film. The acting was... read

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