Monday, January 25, 2010

Movie Review #1 & #2

Just got back from watching Sherlock Holmes and The Book of Eli, will review while its still fresh.

Sherlock Holmes - I was not pleased with what they did to the detective.  From what I read of Arthur Conan Doyle Holmes wasn't much of a fighter.  He preferred to use his mind to solve crimes.  I don't recall him ever getting into a boxing match or gun fight with an adversary.  In fact the only recollection I have of his using any violence was against Moriarty at the end of the series.  Needless to say, I was not happy with what they turned him into.  And the whole cult religion thing was a bit ridiculous. 7/10 for good action and at least putting SOME logic and detective skills in the movie.

The Book of Eli - Now this movie I liked.  I think Denzel Washington did a very good job.  The story was very captivating, although it did tend to get dry between action scenes.  And although I expected a twist, the twist was not what I expected.  I think I would have enjoyed it more, however I had other things on my mind at that point so I wasn't able to fully immerse myself into the movie. 8/10


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