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Starts quiet, ends loud. Strong, fun movie. It's absolutely exhilarating and you'll get choked up too. Or maybe that's just me, I'm a softie. Yeah, sure it has cheesy moments. Yes, some of the plot, and in fact, the premise itself simply does not sit on solid ground (so to speak). Yet, despite all of that silliness, the filmmakers, creatives, talent, and technical experts involved make it so very easy for us to forget about the faults and get wound up in Maverick's internal and external conflicts. The film heartily engages with touching moments, and even more big action flying time - great thunderous sound and a magnificent score. Great to see Val Kilmer on screen who, btw, really does have issues speaking. Check out his documentary entitled "Val." I love how they made it all work. Can't imagine not seeing this on the big screen. |
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Grade..........................A- (3/4) |
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Go into the world and inspire the people you meet with your love, kindness, and whatever it is you're really good at. Check out books by Ross Anthony. Rand() functions, Pho chicken soup, rollerblading, and frozen yogurt (w/ blueberries) also rock! (Btw, rand is short for random. It can also stand for "Really Awkward Nutty Dinosaurs" -- which is quite rand, isn't it?) Being alive is the miracle. Special thanks to Ken Kocanda, HAL, Jodie Keszek, Don Haderlein, Mom and Pops, my family, R. Foss, and many others by Ross Anthony. Galati-FE also deserves a shout out. And thanks to all of you for your interest and optimism. Enjoy great films, read stirring novels, grow. |
