Conspiracy Theory (1997 / A subtly tongue-in-cheek thriller aided by some well thought-out action sequences and a great comic performance by Mel Gibson.
Blood Diamond (2006 /
A more action packed film then the political thriller I was expecting but probably all the better for it as it helps maintain the pace and the 143mins don’t drag at all. The solemn tone is maintained with the minimum of preaching at the audience and the high level of acting throughout. A must see.
Cloverfield (2008 /
An intense survival-horror cum disaster film that uses special effects and surround sound to great effect. The shaky hand-held video camera approach really helps promote feelings of anxiety and intrigue and increases the sense of immersion which adds something new to the canon of disaster films. Highly Recommended.
Death Train AKA Detonator (1993 / UK/USA)
The fact that this is Baywatch actress, Alexandra Paul’s, career low-point speaks volumes. Lacking any creativity, originality or wit it’s arguably one of the worst films of all time. How a sequel exists is beyond belief.
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