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MatPat’s Film Reviews

8 Films have been rated or reviewed by MatPat.

Come and SeeCome and See (1985)Aro Favourite
5 stars (Exceptional)
Paths of GloryPaths of Glory (1957)Aro Favourite
5 stars (Exceptional) The reality of the story is so sad and disheartening, and Kubrick proves it by the end.
Upstream ColorUpstream Color (2013)Recommended
5 stars (Exceptional) I don't get it (obviously) but it feels so vital and poetically cryptic that it becomes a really moving experience. From the ace directing to the brilliant score, Carruth is some sort of genius.
DVD $29.95
WhiplashWhiplash (2014)Aro Favourite
3 stars (Good Enough) Although the editing was sharp, the overdubbed drums that didn't quite sync up with the acting meant I was never drawn into the drama – or the action (disclaimer: I'm a drummer!). Minor details but when you're so up–close–and–personal, the details matt
DVD $19.95 $14.95
Boxer, TheBoxer, The (1998)Recommended
4 stars (Very Good) That chemistry! Hard (impossible?) to find any faults with DDL and Watson is great too. A powerful film that doesn't quite sustain its grip, but is a solid watch nonetheless.
InterstellarInterstellar (2014)Recommended
2 stars (Good Try) Painfully over–explained and over–acted and over–directed(?). But it was always going to be over the top and the visuals are pretty fun.
DVD $19.95 $14.95
Grave of the FirefliesGrave of the Fireflies (Hotaru no Haka) (1988)Recommended
5 stars (Exceptional) Caught me completely off guard. Never has a movie made me grieve before. Beautifully patient and powerful, with carefully crafted images and characters.
Blu-Ray $39.95
Ten CanoesTen Canoes (2006)Aro Favourite
4 stars (Very Good) With Thomsons' photos as a reference, the cinematography is hypnotic and balanced, while the story and setting wrap you up.
DVD $24.95 $18.70 | Blu-Ray $24.95

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