GenXGirl’s Film Reviews

509 Films have been rated or reviewed by GenXGirl.

Romper Stomper (1992): Revolves around a gang of Melbourne skinheads, held together by a psychopathic and violent leader Hando, who take their anger out on local Vietnamese. Not easy watching, but definitely recommended.
Believer, The (2000): Story of Danny, a 22–year–old Jewish man with fiercely anti–semitic world–view struggling with his beliefs and his heritage. A psychological examination of self–loathing. Stunning performance.
Lost in Translation (2003): Bob, an aging movie star, and Charlotte a bored wife of a workaholic, are two Americans staying in a posh Tokyo hotel who form a touching friendship. Each is lonely, in their own way, and become an odd and unlikely pair of soul–mates. Emotionally subtle.; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003): An innocent young maid, Greit, is sent to work in the household of 17th Century painter Johannes Vermeer where she secretly becomes the subject for his most beguiling of portraits. Evocative, beautiful tale of forbidden love.
Whale Rider (2003): Deeply moving cultural tale of Pai, grand–daughter of local Maori chief Koro, who he rejects as the tribe's future leader because of ancient tradition. But he under–estimates the head–strong child as she fights to fulfil her destiny. One of a kind.; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Perfect Strangers (2003): When Melanie meets a charming and handsome stranger at the pub, she's lured to a deserted island before realising he has alternative motives for the romantic rendezvous. It's a completely unpredictable thriller & love story. The perfect film.
Bread and Roses (1993): The moving true story of NZ politician Sonja Davies early life, a young independent socialist embarking on a career in nursing during World War II. Terrific performance, and a lovely tribute.
End of the Golden Weather (1991): Set in 1930's NZ, one summer holiday 12–year–old Geoff befriends Firpo – a strange magical character with a burning ambition to run in the Olympic Games – on the beach where he lives. A beautiful charming story of childhood dreams.
Sleeping Dogs (1977): A true Kiwi classic of one man's desperate battle, caught between an extremist guerilla group and a right–wing fascist government. Action packed, and extremely impressive for its time.
Castle, The (1997): The Kerrigan family are a loveable ordinary Aussie family and when their home is under threat by the neighbouring airport's development, they don't go down without a fight – all the way to the Supreme Court. Great stuff.

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GenXGirl’s Film Reviews