Daily Archives: October 20, 1995

Les Miserables - * * * 1/2*

Posted on October 20, 1995 by Madeleine Williams

Inspiring French film that is not a pure retelling of Victor Hugo’s novel, but rather a story of France during the Nazi occupation that mirrors some of the story’s actions and themes. The film starts at the turn of the … Continue reading →

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Never Talk to Strangers - * 1/2*

Posted on October 20, 1995 by Madeleine Williams

Borderline ridiculous and ultimately pointless thriller. Rebecca DeMornay is a criminal psychologist who meets a mysterious boyfriend, Antonio Banderas, and shortly afterwards is stalked. Dennis Miller appears as the sex-starved upstairs neighbor, who may be doomed by association. Much of … Continue reading →

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Mallrats - * 1/2*

Posted on October 20, 1995 by Madeleine Williams

Misfired attempt at GenX comedy. The straightforward plot deals with two losers chasing after their ex-girlfriends at the local hangout, the mall. This is, in several ways, a sequel to Kevin Smith’s previous film, Clerks. Only two characters continue on … Continue reading →

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Get Shorty - * * *

Posted on October 20, 1995 by Madeleine Williams

Very enjoyable, though uneven, comedy comparing the world of organized crime to the world of Hollywood high rollers. John Travolta plays Chili Palmer, a Miami loan shark with a love for the movies. Through a quick series of twisty occurances, … Continue reading →

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