GenXGirl’s Film Reviews

509 Films have been rated or reviewed by GenXGirl.

Sixteen Candles (1984): Samantha is a 15–year–old with a crush on the most popular boy in school, and the geekiest boy in school has a crush on her. And with all the excitement of her sister getting married, her family forgets her birthday. Hilarious coming–of–age 80's flick.
Pretty in Pink (1986): When not–so–popular teen Andie falls for the rich and popular new guy Blane, she ruffles a few feathers. Bittersweet 80's love story, with some classic 80's characters, a brilliant soundtrack to boot!
Desperately Seeking Susan (1985): Bored New Jersey housewife spends her days reading personal ads, following an ongoing romance between Jim and the mysterious & free–spirited Susan. After showing up at their rendezvous, her world changes beyond her wildest dreams. Delightfully off–beat.
Valley Girl (1983): Randy is Hollywood punk who falls for Julie, a 'trendy' chick from the Valley. Her shallow friends attempt to split the pair up, who are obviously from todally different worlds. One of the best 80's teen flicks fur sure. Cool soundtrack too.
Ladybird Ladybird (1994): True story of Maggie, mum of four with a history of violent partners. After her children are removed by social services she meets Jorge, a gentle Latin refugee, & finally finds happiness. But it's short–lived. An emotional rollercoaster, tissues required
My Name Is Joe (1998): Reformed alcoholic and handyman Joe falls for Sarah, a local social worker, when she employs him to do a job. From different worlds, it's an unlikely pairing and Joe's demons from the past threaten to ruin everything. Powerful, a really touching film.
Proof (1991): Blind from birth, Martin takes photos as proof that the world he senses is the same one others see. His new friend, a kind young Andy, is trusted to describe the pictures – but a jealous housekeeper sets out to destroy the relationship. Totally original.
Bad Lieutenant (1992): Quite possibly the dirtiest cop ever portrayed in any movie, who tries to find redemption in solving the case of a nun who is raped inside a Catholic church. Not an easy watch, but a powerful performance of justice and forgiveness.
Frankie and Johnny (1991): Frankie & Johnny are two damaged souls who work in a New York restaurant. Frankie, afraid to get her heart broken again, makes Johnny work for her affection. Okay, so it's a bit corny but you do warm to the characters. Sweet, feel–good flick.
City of Angels (1998): Why mess with a Wim Wenders masterpiece? Even with the star power of Cage it's a completely over–the–top, horribly corny, Hollywood trainwreck.

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