Tubbs’s Film Reviews

1010 Films have been rated or reviewed by Tubbs.

Naked City, The (1948): A decent policier with a memorable opening sequence. I never tire of looking at New York street scenes – the older the better.
Barbary Coast (1935): It is at its best when Edward G, who is a bit too strong for this lot, is strutting his stuff.
Cinema Paradiso (1990): The second half loses much of the energy and charm of the first but overall it is well worth a watch.
Tais Toi! (Ruby and Quentin) (2003): The first hour is particularly strong before the screenplay weakens. Depardieu shows a flair for comedy but the casting department does a fine job all around.
City of God (Cidade de Deus) (2002): A very good first half raced along but then it ran out of ideas and it repeated itself.
Two or Three Things I Know About Her (1965): Different but not memorable.
Taxi Driver (1976): Some great 70s street scenes particularly the early one showing the rubbish and the seedy building interiors were well selected. The stickup scene was handled refreshingly differently to the norm.; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Ludwig (1972): This synopsis of an interesting character could well encourage further reading. Excellent production values.
Bellissima (1951): For much of the screenplay, it is full on and you need to take respite in the odd quiet moment.
My Old School (2022): The screenplay was only mildly interesting but the animation helped.