Should get A LOT more attention! (見くびる, 過小評価映画)
Or as you'd call it "Most Underrated Movies" in my opinion ...and I think deserve higher ratings too!
Moreover, don't miss out on these movies because of their low ratings or LACK of ratings! I don't know, movies have the tendency to be either underrated or overrated these days! I wish a whole bunch of the attention from the overrated ones could be redirected at these! You ever have that movie that is just so good, wholesome, enjoyable, likable, & funny, you were attached to in your childhood, and enjoyable to watch over & over, but you just know people around you (i.e. "the general audience") just isn't aware of these movies or that they don't see them enough??? These movies are a ton of fun for ANY family to have - I'm serious. I'm here to list all those movies that deserve a mention, and maybe a 3D re-release in the theaters! lol
Besides Dr. Kent Hovind's Creation Science Seminar set, even some of these films are also somewhat of nourishment to the spirit even. (Disclaimer: Not all of these are necessarily "nostalgic".
Moreover, don't miss out on these movies because of their low ratings or LACK of ratings! I don't know, movies have the tendency to be either underrated or overrated these days! I wish a whole bunch of the attention from the overrated ones could be redirected at these! You ever have that movie that is just so good, wholesome, enjoyable, likable, & funny, you were attached to in your childhood, and enjoyable to watch over & over, but you just know people around you (i.e. "the general audience") just isn't aware of these movies or that they don't see them enough??? These movies are a ton of fun for ANY family to have - I'm serious. I'm here to list all those movies that deserve a mention, and maybe a 3D re-release in the theaters! lol
Besides Dr. Kent Hovind's Creation Science Seminar set, even some of these films are also somewhat of nourishment to the spirit even. (Disclaimer: Not all of these are necessarily "nostalgic".
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- DirectorDavid A.R. WhiteStarsBruce MarchianoSteve BordenJaci VelasquezThe supernatural experience of five people sat an abandoned diner with the King of Kings...Jesus Christ.A MUST SEE!
I mean, WOW...a powerful film, POWERFUL! A little movie with a BIG heart! So pleasantly surprised ~ I can't believe I missed out on this for several years!!
What I got was really, really good flick that touched me and made me feel good and wanting to be a better person.
It is not a heavy action flick, with big-budget explosions or car chases, but just a well-acted thought-provoking heart-felt movie that is well-worth everyone's time! ^^
Much better & meaningful 2010 film than "Inception", AND a much better dialogue film than "Pulp fiction" for sure. lol
Quite a much-needed film in this day and age. So good in fact, here's a free link from YouTube you can use if you'd like to see it ;-)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICX78okH4HU
Many out there will make negative comments about this movie and that is their right, but it is also my right to praise this film and the message it gives to all. You'll laugh, cry, and more importantly, you'll feel the presence of God in this film. Highly, highly recommended.
Would I/Did I buy it? Yes
Would I watch it again? Yes
Would I recommend it to friends? Yes
PS: Want to know another film about Jesus living amongst modern-day people??
See the film "Joshua" (2002)! - DirectorJeremiah S. ChechikStarsPatrick SwayzeOliver PlattRoger Aaron BrownA young boy's imagination summons cowboy legend Pecos Bill, who helps him save the family farm from a greedy land-grabber. With the help of a lumberjack and a railroad worker, they all embark on a surprise-filled adventure.Where... do... I... begin...????
This is a Disney Drama Classic!! It may just be the most underrated Disney film ever! It has many big Hollywood names in it! Nick Stahl, Patrick Swayze, Oliver Platt, Scott Glenn, Stephen Lang, etc... why isn't this film more popular!??? I was really hoping for Doug Walker to review this film during his last "Disneycember" (yeah I know)
Great family movie, with a great story, and good morales, too! I actually learned a lot from this film.
And in my book, it seems quite Biblical too, with the facts that 3 legendary characters, Pecos Bill, Paul Bunyan, & John Henry are sent to help this boy, Daniel Hackett; they're somewhat like 3 GUARDIAN ANGELS (since the Number "3" appears quite a lot in the Bible).
Also, Randy Edelman's score for the film is *especially* underrated!
A *MUST SEE*!!! - StarsDavid JeremiahYou may even view this on YouTube here: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=i1a-oU-dsKE
I would highly recommend this "The Light of the World" by Chick publications production.
This 78-minute film takes you on an unforgettable journey, showing the Biblical account of the Creation of man and the entrance of Sin into the world.
It explains why Jesus Christ came to earth and how He dealt with the sin issue once and for all.
Very beautiful art work based on Truth not just on human imagination, follows Bible message, containing 360 *breathtakin* oil paintings, you hear David Jeremiah's moving narration rise above composer John Campbell's magnificent original musical score and the unforgettable sound effects.
You will experience the Bible as never before. :-D - DirectorCharles HaidStarsMackenzie AstinKevin SpaceyDavid Ogden StiersA brave young man is thrust into adulthood as he and his courageous team of sled dogs embark on a grueling and treacherous cross-country marathon.A true story...
SOOOOO freakin' underrated - the Nostalgia Critic should review this movie
The main, Mackenzie Astin, does an incredible job in the film - seriously, why have no other filmmakers used this actor more???
And the "Hunger Games" ain't got NOTHING on this!! - DirectorEric TillStarsUlrich TukurJohanna KlanteRobert JoyThe story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German clergyman of great distinction, who actively opposed Hitler and the Nazis. His convictions cost him his life.The amazing true story of a real guy who had the GUTS of God to stand up against an evil empire!
BTW, you won't understand the motives behind Hitler's thinking once you realize how Darwinism ties in! - DirectorJon PurdyStarsTony GoldwynF. Murray AbrahamKurt Fuller"Joshua" tells the story of a possible second coming of Christ to a small U.S. town.Tony Goldwyn is so much better in this than he was in "Ghost" - I believe every "big" actor/actress in this film should at least be accredited for appearing in this flick, on their own iMDb profiles.
PS: "The Encounter" is especially good, too. Because it deals almost with the some concept & perspective of Jesus dwelling amongst modern-day people. - DirectorFrank OzStarsHal ScardinoLitefootLindsay CrouseOmri, a young boy growing up in Brooklyn, receives an odd variety of presents for his birthday: a wooden cupboard from his older brother, a set of antique keys from his mother, and a plastic Indian from his best friend, Patrick.Directed by the guy who brought you Grover, Miss Piggy, and Yoda! :D
- DirectorSteve MurrayStarsAntoni BiernackiPeter BowlerJanet BrowneIn 1831 a young amateur scientist, Charles Darwin, boarded HMS Beagle on an epic five-year voyage of discovery. 2009 marks the 200th anniversary of Darwin's birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of his book, 'Origin of Species'. The Voyage that Shook the World retraces Darwin's journey, exploring the places and discoveries crucial to the formulation of his Theory of Evolution. Filmed in South America, UK, North America, Australia and Europe, The Voyage features dramatic period recreations and stunning nature cinematography interwoven with scholars sharing their perspectives on the man and the controversy. A fascinating and thought provoking opportunity to gain new insight into The Voyage that Shook the World.A much better & worthy-watching flick on the "anniversary" of anything having to do with Darwin.
Forget about Paul Bettany's "Creation" film. - DirectorRobert ShallcrossStarsJoe MantegnaAnne ArcherPierrino MascarinoA distant, slightly dysfunctional family is brought closer together when the father's long-estranged Uncle Nino comes from Italy to Chicago for a surprise visit.Perhaps the MOST underrated film of 2003 - beautiful, charming, funny, and just all-round feel-good. ;-)
- DirectorVic SarinStarsKirk CameronBrad JohnsonJanaya StephensThe Biblical prophecy of Armegeddon begins when the Rapture instantly takes all believers in Christ from the Earth. A reporter left behind learns that the Anti-Christ will soon take power.I heard my siblings talking about this movie, on & on. I finally got down to watch it myself & I was pleasantly surprised. Loved it's message, it's characters, it's story, it's wonderful revelation, and Kirk Cameron.
(I had checked out the Nicholas Cage version - I could hope for the best, though I think it wasn't as powerful as the original)
Sadly films like these don't often have the "high budget"...
But simply dramatic, gripping, well-acted, well-directed, emotional, touching...and the rest of its sequels
These movies may not have the best special effects; what matters is the message, the story, and the truth behind it. - DirectorBill CorcoranStarsKirk CameronBrad JohnsonClarence Gilyard Jr.After the Rapture and the revealing of the identity of the Antichrist, a group of converts form the Tribulation Force, a secret society with the sole purpose of converting non-believers to Christianity.(Same as above)
- DirectorCraig R. BaxleyStarsLouis Gossett Jr.Kirk CameronBrad JohnsonThe world falls into chaos as Nicolae Carpathia detonates nuclear devices across the globe and stages multiple devastating attacks against both the Tribulation Force and an international militia, led by U.S. President Gerald Fitzhugh.(Same as above)
- 1997–20231h 36mTV-PG7.1 (1.2K)TV EpisodeDirectorEuzhan PalcyStarsPenelope Ann MillerKevin PollakMichael BeachWhen six-year-old Ruby is chosen to be the first African-American to integrate her local elementary school, she is subjected to the true ugliness of racism for the first time.It's a DISNEY movie for pete's sake!
- StarsJason RobardsJane SeymourPatricia NealAfter charming her reclusive grandfather and falling in love with the beautiful mountain he calls home, Heidi is uprooted and sent to Frankfurt where she befriends Klara, a young girl confined to a wheelchair.Just touching... Your hearts strings will be pulled. <3
I think it's also the BEST version of the story as well.
The Disney Channel should really re-air this some time soon! - DirectorRonald NeameStarsAlbert FinneyAlec GuinnessEdith EvansA musical retelling of Charles Dickens' classic novel about an old bitter miser taken on a journey of self-redemption, courtesy of several mysterious Christmas apparitions.By far the BEST Christmas Carol version EVER! A musical first, and it's far more expanded on the story second!
- DirectorTom McLoughlinStarsDonald SutherlandMatthew FoxMary McDonnellDr. Bob Shushan is an overworked and absent father who runs a centre for the mentally and physically challenged. When Shushan suffers a heart attack, his life is saved by James Jones, a young patient at the center. The two men forge a friendship and help each other rekindle the father-son bond that has been missing in their lives.The movie which INTRODUCED me to these big Hollywood names, be it Matthew Fox, or the rest!
A true story! - DirectorTony WestmanStarsCharlton HestonIn the first of Heston's acclaimed four-part series, the renowned actor serves as storyteller. An ancient Roman amphitheater and other locales in Israel provide the settings for the Oscar winner as he relies on the King James text, his dramatic skill and insightful observations plus great works of art and music to give flesh and bone to the Biblical wonder.More than a fitting part for him - after playing Moses & Ben-Hur this definitely is something worth for him to present.
Much insightful biblical knowledge, foresights, and information is addressed, all in all in an EPIC way, through Heston's own great voice! - DirectorBille AugustStarsLiam NeesonGeoffrey RushUma ThurmanValjean, a former criminal, has atoned for his past and now finds himself in the midst of the French Revolution, avoiding a law-obsessed policeman hell-bent on capturing him.How did this film get missed by the Academy Awards???!!!
If the 2012 version was great for being a "musical", then this version is great for being a "drama".
A lot of the plot points in the musical felt all so rushed & cluttered, but Liam Neeson (brilliant as always) OWNS the role of Jean Valjean in the 1998 film.
Everyone else in the 2012 fealt so MISCAST! I'm serious.
This story is thrilling, the characters are likable & relatable, the villain is believable, and there are no close-ups of peoples dirty face during the high notes of a song. lulz - DirectorStuart GillardStarsHarland WilliamsJessica LundyWilliam SadlerFred Z. Randall is a geeky spacecraft designer who gets the chance to make his dream come true and travel to Mars."It Wasn't Me!" Perhaps Harland Williams' funniest movie ever! Way funnier than even "Dumb & Dumber" or "Dr. Strangelove", just some overrated flicks that just weren't that funny to me.
Why isn't "Rocketman" on Harland's iMDb front page of movies!!??? By the way, I wouldn't even be surprised if Harland did most of his unscripted improvisation throughout the movie. It's that good.
Anyways, it's all about a space mission to Mars, and to be honest, it's got decent special effects for the time.
A laugh-out-loud comedy the whole family can enjoy, and even film critic Roger Ebert liked it!
I challenge even the Nostalgia Critic to find this movie & review it!! - DirectorAlex KendrickStarsRosetta Harris ArmstrongLisa ArnoldBlake BaileyA dishonest used-car salesman decides to become the salesman that God wants him to be--with surprising results.The film I saw AFTER "Facing the Giants", realizing then that it was their first work of art. Made with only a $20,000 budget, you can see by the first few minutes that it was shot with a regular video camera, so it doesn't LOOK like a feature film quality production. But you get past that, and ignore it... and that's when God starts working through the film.
The Kendrick brothers created a fantastic story here, and you'll want to share it with others. A film that's better than most of the multi-million dollar productions out of Hollywood (or dare I say "HollyWEIRD") today.. - DirectorPaul FeigStarsBen TibberJim CaviezelJoan PlowrightA twelve-year-old boy escapes from a Bulgarian Communist concentration camp and sets out on a journey to reach Denmark.I really good movie with thrills, suspense, chases, escapes, and an all-round "fugitive"-type story.
Jim Caviziel has also a rather small but intriguing part in the movie as well. - DirectorAlex KendrickStarsKirk CameronErin BetheaKen BevelIn an attempt to save his marriage, a firefighter uses a 40-day experiment known as "The Love Dare."Really REALLY helped our whole family reunite on some GREAT levels. <3
...and even a much better love story than overrated "Titanic." - DirectorBrenda ChapmanSteve HicknerSimon WellsStarsVal KilmerRalph FiennesMichelle PfeifferEgyptian Prince Moses learns of his identity as a Hebrew and his destiny to become the chosen deliverer of his people.At the time it was released, it was the most expensive animated film ever made - and rightly-deserved too! Everything about it's Biblical scale is beautiful, and really stays true to the original material, based on historical accounts. IMO, the Jews deserve not be hated; they deserve more friends; their history is quite harsh & sad; they had enemies way before Hitler - they have been WAY too persecuted throughout history.
Plus the soundtrack... AMAZING. Hans Zimmer really knows how to give you goosebumps. lol
Sure this film won an Oscar for Best Song "When You Believe" (sung by Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey), but it also should have won Hans Zimmer an Oscar, because the music & songs themselves are PHENOMENALLY GORGEOUS! ^^
AND about time they release it to BLU-RAY! - DirectorRegardt van den BerghStarsRichard KileyBruce MarchianoGerrit SchoonhovenThe plot follows the birth, preaching, teaching and miracles of Jesus. He preached and lived a radical message of God's Love and was able to heal people of lifelong disabilities and illnesses and was able to command natural phenomena.Bruce Marchiano did a really great job - his new film the Encounter is also worth checking out too!
- DirectorLeo D. PaurStarsDalin ChristiansenFrank GerrishCynthia JumpThings are not going well in the depression-era town of Castle Gate. Mr. Ribaldi, a mysterious rich man with a disfigured face and an abrasive personality, has just bought and moved into a long-vacant mansion. Bonnie, an adolescent girl who loves to sing, ends up working for Ribaldi so that her family can stay in their house. But Ribaldi is quite an accomplished musician himself, and he is soon giving Bonnie voice lessons. Meanwhile, local businesses are being shut down by foreclosures, and the townspeople suspect Ribaldi is responsible.
- DirectorWilliam WylerStarsAudrey HepburnPeter O'TooleEli WallachThe daughter of an art forger teams up with a burglar to steal one of her father's forgeries and protect his secret.The best Audrey Hepburn movie I've seen - plus, her on-screen chemistry between her and Peter O'Toole is totally believable! I just didn't get why she would often alongside men who were old enough to be her father, but their her "love interest". No way! Peter O'Toole all the way!
- DirectorRich ChristianoStarsJordan TrovillionJay PickettHarry AndersonA young girl is influenced by her popular Biology professor, who teaches that evolution is the answer to the origins of life. Very concerned about his daughter drifting away from the faith, her father tries to do something about it.All-round Christian director Mr. Christiano's new project! And quite a surprising & refreshing one too!
I KNEW he still got it! I saw "Time Changer" long ago, and loved it! I hope the strength of his directing skills are as good or even better than his previous films! ;) I'm glad a film about the creation-evolution issue is being made, 'cause it IS important! For believers & non-believers! What you BELIEVE determines how you BEHAVE!
I've seen TONS & TONS of seminars & debates done by either Dr. Kent Hovind or Ken Ham, but a MOVIE made about the issue, that just sounds AWESOME! Glad AnswersInGenesis has already fully endorsed this film & I believe it deserves more attention already before it's release. - DirectorHendel ButoyMike GabrielStarsBob NewhartEva GaborJohn CandyR.A.S. agents Miss Bianca and Bernard race to Australia to save a little boy and a rare golden eagle from a murderous poacher.An amazing cartoon down a MILLION times better than it's prequel!
If you enjoyed the story about an orphan girl, saved by two mice, and finding a diamond in a cave, etc., wait till you see THIS!
It's got a soaring eagle in it!! Hands down, it's superior to its predecessor! - DirectorAlex KendrickStarsAlex KendrickShannen FieldsJason McLeodA losing coach and his underdog football team face their giants of fear and failure on and off the field, with surprising results.This movie changed so much & it gave so much, particularly in my life.
Shows & studies principles that not only just applies to football but to every day life!
MUCH better football film than "Jerry Maguire" - DirectorRob LaDucaRobert C. RamirezStarsBen AffleckMark HamillRichard HerdA prophet who has the ability to interpret dreams is sold into slavery in Egypt, where people learn of his gifts.Being a "prequel sequel" to the Prince of Egypt, this flick uses the same beautiful style animation from it's predecessor, and once truthfully tells the true account of Joseph, the one with the coat of many colors, and ends up being literally neglected by his brothers, and ends up in Egypt.
I did not KNOW Ben Affleck, one of my favorite actors, voiced Joseph. - DirectorStephen SommersStarsJason Scott LeeCary ElwesLena HeadeyRudyard Kipling's classic tale of Mowgli, the orphaned jungle boy raised by wild animals, and how he becomes king of the jungle.Of course you have the Disney cartoon classic, but this is best drama film of the story I've ever seen.
Jason Scott Lee was born to play the role (even though he's Hawaiian), and plus entire cast & the soundtrack is good too!
Though, if you have a child who's under the age of 6 or 7, you may want to accompany them as adult, 'cause there are some scary moments in this. - CreatorKen C. JohnsonBill MyersStarsJoseph DammannTerry BozemanVaughn TaylorThis series is intended to help Christian children grow in The Lord. It is about a normal boy and his imaginary friend, McGee and how they use The Bible to make it through the pitfalls of growing up.A GREAT Focus on the Family series! ^^
- DirectorRich ChristianoStarsD. David MorinGavin MacLeodHal LindenA Bible professor from 1890 comes forward in time to the present via a time machine and cannot believe the things that he sees!A great film I was decently surprised by, even spiritually, a film which really seems to show how much our society has changed in view of God's Word - our choices can affect the future very much!
- DirectorRay ComfortStarsRay ComfortJeff CollinsKevan BrightingIn the time of Noah, people were going about their daily lives, not mindful of the impending destruction. Like them, are we ignoring warnings of God's coming judgment?By the famous apologist Ray Comfort, it's appropriately released near after the "Noah" film. This answers many questions concerning Noah's Flood, the Ark, the Bible, Science, truth, reason, and logic.
People admit God's Word makes sense! - DirectorMervyn LeRoyAnthony MannStarsRobert TaylorDeborah KerrLeo GennAfter fierce Roman commander Marcus Vinicius becomes infatuated with beautiful Christian hostage Lygia, he begins to question the tyrannical leadership of the despotic emperor Nero.Depiction of the true story of the martyrdom of Christians during the reign of Nero - Nero torched Rome & blamed the Christians, thus they were all sentenced to death.
There's a story-arch involving a Roman soldier who falls in love with a Christian woman. - DirectorEric HeissererStarsPaul WalkerGenesis RodriguezNancy NaveA father struggles to keep his infant daughter alive in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.My favorite non-"Fast and Furious" Paul Walker movie. :)
- DirectorPenelope SpheerisStarsTravis TedfordBug HallBrittany Ashton HolmesAlfalfa is wooing Darla and his "He-Man-Woman-Hating" friends attempt to sabotage the relationship.A great homage to the black and white "Our Gang" series (which I hadn't watched before this), but this 90s film brings a whole great cast of kids, and big Hollywood actors to the screen in a classic comedy in my book!
The dialog is great, the relationships are great, the setup is great, and the climax is just great! - DirectorNathan FrankowskiStarsBen SteinLili AsvarPeter AtkinsBen Stein examines the issue of academic freedom and decides that there is none when it comes to the debate over intelligent design.I LIKE this documentary so much, I can hardly understand why it's rated in the "3's", while Michael Moore's (a celebrity I hardly like or care about) gets "7s."
This exposed so much truth and reality about the education system, and the immense bias and hostility the system has against those who simple suggest Intelligent Design is a legitimate pursuit in the field of Science.
Plus, Ben Stein is Jewish, so it's all the more reason to like it.
Throughout history, Jewish people have turned out to be incredible smart & intelligent people. - DirectorPatrick GilmoreTim JohnsonStarsBrad PittCatherine Zeta-JonesJoseph FiennesThe sailor of legend is framed by the goddess Eris for the theft of the Book of Peace and must travel to her realm at the end of the world to retrieve it and save the life of his childhood friend Prince Proteus.
- CreatorJohn MasiusStarsRoma DowneyDella ReeseJohn DyeThree angels are sent to Earth to tell depressed and troubled people that God loves them and hasn't forgotten them.
- DirectorAlan GibsonStarsIngrid BergmanNed BeattyFranklin CoverThe story of the Russian-born, Wisconsin-raised woman who rose to become Israel's prime minister in the late 1960s and early 1970s.A true story about one of Israel's early Prime Ministers, Golda Meir. And also Ingrid Bergman's last movie.
- DirectorHarold RamisStarsBill MurrayAndie MacDowellChris ElliottA narcissistic, self-centered weatherman finds himself in a time loop on Groundhog Day.Quite an underrated film here in Japan, where it apparently wasn't a big hit, sadly.... :-\
WHERE HAS THIS BEEN ALL MY LIFE?!
And by basic standards, it is a really overlooked romantic film (or chick flick as you'd like to call it.)
THIS would be a great movie to witness! Man, this is an underrated classic!
Seriously, it had a way more entertaining, engaging, original, inventive, creative, interesting, touching, & better romantic love story than James Cameron’s ‘Titanic’, or even most of these films!
I have YET to see a negative review for this masterpiece! - DirectorPhil VischerMike NawrockiStarsPhil VischerMike NawrockiTim HodgeWhen the singing Veggies encounter some car trouble, they are stranded at an old rundown seafood joint, where nothing is quite as it seems.The BEST VeggieTales movie yet! IMO
Khalil, Jonah's "traveling buddy", is just too funny! xD - DirectorRay ComfortStarsRay ComfortKevan BrightingAlessandro BianchiRay Comfort, New Zealand-born evangelist, takes to the streets to ask random people to provide him with evidence for evolution, along with four evolutionary biologists.A well-shot, well-edited, well-articulated, well-interviewed, & well-documented documentary by Ray Comfort of Living Waters.
Really makes you think in the senses that evolution is pretty unscientific religious dogma. - DirectorTimothy J. NelsonStarsVictoria JacksonGarrett M. BrownSydney WalshJake lets the children play at his home and tells stories of his role in the civil rights movement. A developer wants to have the elderly Jake evicted from his home to increase real estate value, so the kids decide to go on a bath strike.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsDustin HoffmanRobin WilliamsJulia RobertsWhen Captain James Hook kidnaps his children, an adult Peter Pan must return to Neverland and reclaim his youthful spirit in order to challenge his old enemy.Best Peter Pan movie ever and the first Robin Williams movie I always saw!
- DirectorJohn LasseterAsh BrannonLee UnkrichStarsTom HanksTim AllenJoan CusackWhen Woody is stolen by a toy collector, Buzz and his friends set out on a rescue mission to save Woody before he becomes a museum toy property with his roundup gang Jessie, Prospector, and Bullseye.The very first film I saw in the movie theater! Now I had watched the first Toy Story a ZILLION times before this sequel was released - and rightfully so.
Most often times, I seem to meet people who either know more about the first Toy Story, or the most recent 3rd film.
I feel as if a lot people aren't referencing this movie enough! And though it is somewhat generally well-known, I still feel as if doesn't get enough attention.
I mean, you've got a much better story, an AMAZING intro with Buzz (which quite literally blew me away when I was just 7 years old in that theater), there references to Japan, a climax that takes place in the airport, jokes that work with both kids and adults, etc.
It's just too good! In my opinion, it's WAY better than either 1 or 3.
My favorite PIXAR movie, one of my favorite Disney movies, definitely one my favorite movies ever, and surely one of greatest movies of all time!!
Someone PLEASE get this onto the Top 250 on iMDb! - DirectorRob MarshallStarsKathy BatesAlan CummingAudra McDonaldA little orphan girl catches the attention of a kind man named Mr. Warbucks, who wants to adopt her, but the cruel, strict orphanage owner has a scheme to keep Annie - and her reward money.So touching... ^^
- DirectorFraser C. HestonStarsCharlton HestonChristian BaleOliver ReedThe treasure seeking adventures of young Jim Hawkins and pirate Captain Long John Silver.The BEST version of the story in my opinion - Christian Bale & Charlton Heston together... too awesome!
Plus, Heston's son directed this!! - StarsTom ForemanKen HamBill NyeBill Nye and Ken Ham debate whether creation is a viable model of origins in today's modern scientific era.Sparked a great deal of controversy at the beginning of 2014, also as a way of refuting Bill Nye's claim that "Creationism Is Not Appropriate For Children."
I give my own analysis of the debate here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9jfqa2KpuU
I think a fairly engaging and really entertaining debate - I think MORE legit than the 1925 Scopes' Trial.
Though I'm not either side "won" - all the various websites make their own claims of who was rather the winner. I sort of wish Kent Hovind would've debated Nye instead.
But in the end, it's pretty good! Do check it out on YouTube. - DirectorThomas CarterStarsCuba Gooding Jr.Kimberly EliseAunjanue Ellis-TaylorBiography of Ben Carson who grew up to be Dr. Ben Carson, a world famous neurosurgeon at Johns Hopkins.
- DirectorWilliam DearStarsDanny GloverBrenda FrickerTony DanzaWhen a boy prays for a chance to have a family if the California Angels win the pennant, angels are assigned to make that possible.A great film that EVERY family should own! ^^
- DirectorRobert ButlerStarsKurt RussellJoe FlynnHarry MorganA mailroom clerk and a chimp team up to pick hit TV shows.A comedy drama film produced by Disney, starring Kurt Russel and a chimp!
I first watched this expected a stupid story - but I ended up laughing a lot, and really enjoyed myself (others who watched with me laughed too) - DirectorRich ChristianoStarsJordan TrovillionJay PickettHarry AndersonA young girl is influenced by her popular Biology professor, who teaches that evolution is the answer to the origins of life. Very concerned about his daughter drifting away from the faith, her father tries to do something about it.
- CreatorDale McRavenStarsBronson PinchotMark Linn-BakerMelanie WilsonA high-strung and cynical man's life is never the same when his naive but good-natured cousin comes to America to live with him.I first saw a funny clip of them on YouTube, and I was intriguingly interested in this series. I watched the entire show, and, no, was not disappointed, "don't be ridiculous." ^_^
A wonderful feel-good show, and seriously one of the best TV shows in the world! - DirectorSimon WellsStarsKevin BaconBob HoskinsBridget FondaAn outcast Husky risks his life with other sled dogs to prevent a deadly epidemic from ravaging Nome, Alaska.An Disney-esc adaptation of the true story - the company that created it is in relation to Steven Spielberg. Just sayin'
- DirectorJon TurteltaubStarsJohn CandyLeonDoug E. DougWhen a Jamaican sprinter is disqualified from the Olympic Games, he enlists the help of a dishonored coach to start the first Jamaican Bobsled Team.This film INTRODUCED to the sport of bobsledding!
And boy, was it SO funny! - DirectorLyman DaytonStarsLeigh LombardiSam HenningsScott WarnerSiblings who have been dumped into the foster-care system find ways to be on their own, often making mistakes and learning from them along the way.Made by the much under-appreciate Feature Films for Families company... This film was one I didn't see enough growing up. ;-)
Quite a good "chase film" ;-) - DirectorSteve RashStarsWhoopi GoldbergFrank LangellaDennis FarinaCoincidences lead to the New York Knicks, getting its loudest fan, Edwina "Eddie" Franklin, as coach. Season victory?
- DirectorDon BluthStarsDom DeLuiseChristopher PlummerErica YohnWhile emigrating to the United States, a young Russian mouse gets separated from his family and must locate them while trying to survive in a new country.
- DirectorBrian LevantStarsCharles GrodinBonnie HuntDean JonesA slobbering St. Bernard becomes the center of attention for a loving family, but must contend with a dog-napping veterinarian and his henchmen.This movie made me grow to really like St. Bernard dogs. ^_^
- DirectorKen HughesStarsDick Van DykeSally Ann HowesLionel JeffriesA down-on-his-luck inventor turns a broken-down Grand Prix car into a fancy vehicle for his children, and then they go off on a magical fantasy adventure to save their grandfather in a far-off land.
- DirectorRod DanielStarsCharles GrodinBonnie HuntNicholle TomBeethoven, the St. Bernard dog, becomes a father, but his girlfriend Missy is dognapped, and his puppies are in danger of the same fate.Bigger & better adventure than the last one. It does NOT deserve the low rating on iMDb.
It's great family fun, hilarious at times, touching, dark, thrilling, and has a great soundtrack collection too!
The song "The Day I Fall in Love" sung by Dolly Parton and James Ingram was even nominated for an Oscar! - DirectorJohn KrishPeter SykesStarsBrian DeaconRivka NeumanAlexander ScourbyFilmed on location in Israel at authentic biblical sites, this inspirational drama and commercial success retells the life of Christ.Being a mix of the most-watched film in history, and somewhat still underrated, this is a great rendition of the account of Jesus of Nazareth, from the Book of Luke.
The music is especially good too, done by Jewish composer Nachium Heiman. - 1987–200530mNot Rated7.0 (65)TV EpisodeDirectorRichard RichStarsPat JacksonMaikel BaileyMichael FlynnThe King is Born is a video classic about the birth of Jesus based on the Bible. Beginning with Gabriel announcing God's blessed plan for Mary, this video brings all the elements of this timeless store to life. Journey with Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem and witness the humble birth of our Savior together with the shepherds.EVERY family should see this around Christmas time ^^
- DirectorFrank MarshallStarsPaul WalkerJason BiggsBruce GreenwoodBrutal cold forces two Antarctic explorers to leave their team of sled dogs behind as they fend for their survival.The first Paul Walker film I saw.
- DirectorRegardt van den BerghStarsDean JonesHenry O. ArnoldJennifer O'NeillA visual interpretation of the Book of Acts of the Apostle from the Bible.Dean Jones plays the Apostle Luke - I didn't know that!!
- DirectorTom HanksStarsTom HanksLiv TylerCharlize TheronA local Pennsylvania band scores a one-hit wonder in 1964 and rides the star-making machinery as long as they can, with lots of help from their manager.Film-directed by Tom Hanks, this was an utterly surprising piece of gold!
- DirectorHolly Goldberg SloanStarsSteve GuttenbergOlivia d'AboJay O. SandersA teacher on exchange from England is placed in an underachieving Texas school, where she coaches the students in soccer, improving their self-esteem and leading to unexpected success.
- DirectorRob MinkoffStarsMichael J. FoxGeena DavisHugh LaurieStuart and Snowbell set out across town to rescue a friend.
- DirectorTimothy BondStarsDevon SawaAmos CrawleyJohn SchneiderThe residents of a small town come face to face with a deadly and unpredictable series of tornadoes. Among them is one boy struggling to keep his family safe in the dangerous weather.I found myself really being thrilled, and even finding it funny!
- CreatorEric MorrisStarsBruce CampbellAngela Marie DotchinStuart DevenieJack Stiles, American spy stationed on a South Pacific island in the early 19th century, teams up with no nonsense British agent Emilia Rothschild to stop Napoleon's colonizing efforts. Jack's alter ego is the Zorro-esque Daring Dragoon.The Nostalgia Critic just recently introduced me to this show!
From the looks of the intro, it looks like a cool tv show. ;) - DirectorSteve BarronStarsMartin LandauJonathan Taylor ThomasGeneviève BujoldOne of puppet-maker Geppetto's creations comes magically to life. This puppet named Pinocchio has one major desire, to become a real boy someday, but he has to learn to act responsibly.Starring classy child actor Jonathan Taylor Thomas, he almost fits the personality of Pinocchio to tee!
Growing up in my house, I saw this film as the "drama" Pinocchio, and the Disney film as the "cartoon" Pinocchio. - DirectorArthur LubinGerry ChiniquyRobert McKimsonStarsDon KnottsCarole CookJack WestonMeek and mild mannered bookkeeper Henry Limpet has few passions in life. It's mid-1941 and he would love to join the Navy but has been rated 4F. His friend George Stickle is in the Navy and lays it on pretty thick. If Henry could have one thing it would be to become a fish. While on a visit to Coney Island, Henry falls into the water and miraculously gets his wish. Now a fish, he makes friends, Ladyfish and Crusty the hermit crab and loves his new life. He also uses his abilities to help the US Navy locate and sink Nazi U-Boats, forcing the Germans to create a new weapon to deal with the Allies secret weapon. When years later the Navy finds intelligent activity among dolphins, they may also know who is teaching them.
- DirectorChris WedgeCarlos SaldanhaStarsEwan McGregorHalle BerryMel BrooksIn a robot world, a young idealistic inventor travels to the big city to join his inspiration's company, only to find himself opposing its sinister new management.From the creators of "Ice Age", this animated movie combines an amazing cast of actors into this creative story!
- DirectorCliff OwenStarsEric MorecambeErnie WiseSuzanne LloydTwo friends decide to have a holiday in the south of France. Arriving at a deserted villa, they soon become involved with a gang of jewel thieves and a beautiful woman.A hilarious comedy that introuduced me to the British comedic duo, Morcambe & Wise. Not only are these two comedians, but they can also ACT!
Both a dark, broody, thrilling & a pee-your-pants, laugh-out-loud funny movie, this flick turns these two guys into somewhat sort-of spies, as they go through all sorts of lengths to impress a French woman they both love, and solve a mystery hanging in the air about some stolen jewel emeralds.
Seriously, this is a HORRENDOUSLY & STUPENDOUSLY underrated movie - it deserves more attention, and should be even put on the selves of all video stores in the world.
It's even on YouTube! Go check it out. - DirectorMike NawrockiStarsPhil VischerMike NawrockiLisa VischerA lesson in using your gifts told in a manner of JRR Tolkien's classic "The Lord of the Rings."
- DirectorGeorge SidneyStarsDick Van DykeAnn-MargretJanet LeighA rock singer travels to a small Ohio town to make his "farewell" television performance and kiss his biggest fan before he is drafted.Our friends did a stage play of this, and it drew my full attention to it - Dick Van Dyke should be recognized for much more than he is!
- DirectorDean DeBloisChris SandersStarsJay BaruchelGerard ButlerChristopher Mintz-PlasseA hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.Especially here in Japan, where I live.
The creators of this movie also made "Lilo and Stitch", a franchise that is quite popular amongst children.
But I believe both children and adults will get a kick out of this flick! ;) - DirectorIrving PichelStarsNiall MacGinnisJohn RuddockPierre LefevreBiopic of German priest Martin Luther (Niall MacGinnis), covering his life between 1505 and 1530 A.D., and the birth of the Protestant Reformation movement.
- DirectorNoboru NakamuraStarsSeiya NakanoYoshitarô AsawakaYuriko AbeThe story of a man who dared to love beyond all limits. Faith jumps into action in this tale set in turn of the century Japan."塩狩峠" translated "Shiokari Pass".
Believe it or not, but this is my all-time favorite movie. A little Japanese movie with A LOT of heart! Based on a book, this true story tells the story about a man who grew up with a confusing childhood who learned the truth about true love by knowing Christ as his Savior, and learning to lay down his life for his friends. He came also to fall in love with his childhood girlfriend, who is also a Christian. This is a love story that may change your life forever.
The movie can be viewed even here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j2927CXiO0 - DirectorCharles Martin SmithStarsMichael JeterKevin ZegersWendy MakkenaAn unexpected player joins the school basketball team - a circus dog who escaped from a cruel master.Along with the Beethoven movies, this is one of the most beautiful "kid and dog" films I've ever watched ;)
- DirectorStig BergqvistPaul DemeyerStarsChristine CavanaughElizabeth DailyCheryl ChaseWhile on a family vacation in Paris, the Rugrats attempt to help Chuckie find a new mom while stopping his dad from marrying a conniving businesswoman who hates kids.
- CreatorJimmy PerryStarsArthur LoweJohn Le MesurierClive DunnA ragtag group of Home Guard volunteers prepare for an imminent German invasion during World War II.I'm mostly British-English in my ancestry, and I have a joyful time watching sitcoms like these - no dirty jokes, no filth jokes, no swearword jokes, etc.
There's actual EFFORT & CREATIVITY within the jokes that take place in this WW2-era British Army-themed comedy show.
Clive Dunn (Corporate Jones - 'Don't panic!') is my favorite! xD - DirectorJoe JohnstonStarsViggo MortensenOmar SharifZuleikha RobinsonIn 1890, a down-and-out cowboy and his horse travel to Arabia to compete in a deadly cross desert horse race.
- DirectorAlex ProyasStarsNicolas CageChandler CanterburyRose ByrneM.I.T. professor John Koestler links a mysterious list of numbers from a time capsule to past and future disasters and sets out to prevent the ultimate catastrophe.Suspenseful, Creative, Thrilling, and with Good Acting!
All starring Nicolas Cage.... ;-) - DirectorLes ClarkClyde GeronimiEric LarsonStarsMary CostaBill ShirleyEleanor AudleyAfter being snubbed by the royal family, a malevolent fairy places a curse on a princess which only a prince can break, along with the help of three good fairies.That egocentric and lousy remake was horribly horrible!
It was so stupid & worthless, and a shameless attempt to be shattering categories. - DirectorCharles ShyerStarsDiane KeatonSam ShepardHarold RamisThe life of super-yuppie J.C. is thrown into turmoil when she inherits a baby from a distant relative.It'll tug on your heart strings! ^^
- DirectorCecil B. DeMilleStarsCharlton HestonYul BrynnerAnne BaxterMoses, raised as a prince of Egypt in the Pharaoh's household, learns of his true heritage as a Hebrew and his divine mission as the deliverer of his people from slavery.The first Charlton Heston movie I ever saw growing up! ;)
- DirectorRon ClementsJohn MuskerStarsJoseph Gordon-LevittEmma ThompsonMartin ShortJim Hawkins is a teenager who finds the map of a great treasure hidden by a space pirate. Together with some friends, he sets off in a large spaceship, shaped like a caravel, on his quest.Amazing animated movie & quite underrated since hardly anyone talks about it.
- DirectorGary TrousdaleKirk WiseStarsMichael J. FoxJim VarneyCorey BurtonA young linguist named Milo Thatch joins an intrepid group of explorers to find the mysterious lost continent of Atlantis.Wow! And I mean wow!
I remember seeing the advertisement posters for this incredible animated cartoon - and when I finally saw it, BOOM! Mind blown. Loved it!
This movie brings the acting talents of Michael J. Fox, James Garner, Leonard Nimoy, Jim Varney, Don Novello, Jim Cummings, etc.
Oh, and the sequel sucked. The beauty in the animation was totally lacking. - DirectorHayao MiyazakiStarsMayumi TanakaKeiko YokozawaKotoe HatsuiA young boy and a girl with a magic crystal must race against pirates and foreign agents in a search for a legendary floating castle.Ah, fond childhood memories of this! ^_^
Just to mention that this is the most "non-occultic" of Miyazaki's films, and the general audience can enjoy it without causing any controversy.
Growing up in Japan, I always watched this in Japanese - I remember following the plot just fine, the animation was beautiful, the music was beautiful, and the ROBOTS (oh my gosh!) were those robots COOL!
A great action film starring a boy & a girl, an d bunch of other memorable characters - a MUST watch for children & adults of all ages! - DirectorDon BluthGary GoldmanStarsDom DeLuiseCloris LeachmanCharles Nelson ReillyAn evil Queen banishes a flower loving troll named Stanley (Dom DeLuise) to New York City, where he befriends two young children.A cute charming film, with the director of All Dogs Go To Heaven and An American Tail, this story involves a troll who has a magic green thumb that can grow plants. With the lovable talented voice of Dom DeLuise behind Stanley the Troll, this film is a delight to watch, funny, adorable, and even a little dark. Lovely songs, and beautiful animation too! :)
- DirectorBrad BirdStarsEli MarienthalHarry Connick Jr.Jennifer AnistonA young boy befriends a giant robot from outer space that a paranoid government agent wants to destroy.The guy who directed this also went on to create "the Incredibles" (2004) and "Ratatouille" (2007).
A boy befriends a giant alien robot with amnesia, and they both have their series of adventures. The iron giant, itself, is really awesome, the bad guy of the story you just love to hate, and the climax is worth watching too, no spoilers!! - DirectorDon BluthGary GoldmanStarsJodi BensonGary ImhoffGino ConfortiThis retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen classic fairy tale has the digit-sized heroine evading the clutches of various toads, moles, and beetles before she can proceed with her courtship with her dream lover, Prince Cornelius.
- DirectorMel GibsonStarsGerardo TaracenaRaoul Max TrujilloDalia HernándezAs the Mayan kingdom faces its decline, a young man is taken on a perilous journey to a world ruled by fear and oppression.Came out the same year as the stupid & lazy "The Departed" - Mel Gibson's Jew-rant was perhaps one of the big things that bugged flick down, but I just recently watched it, and was pleasantly blown away surprised!!
Great gripping story, great characters, great cast, great makeup, great original idea, and great acting! - DirectorWilliam WylerStarsCharlton HestonJack HawkinsStephen BoydAfter a Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend in 1st-century Jerusalem, he regains his freedom and comes back for revenge.
- DirectorRich MooreStarsJohn C. ReillyJack McBrayerJane LynchA video game villain wants to be a hero and sets out to fulfill his dream, but his quest brings havoc to the whole arcade where he lives....especially in Japan where I live, where almost *every* young person is an avid game-player... I'm still quite surprised why this film isn't as famous just like "Frozen".
And HOW does an unlikable unoriginal film (Brave), beat a creative, funny, awesome, likable original film for an Oscar!?? - DirectorAgnieszka HollandStarsKate MaberlyMaggie SmithHeydon ProwseA young, recently-orphaned girl is sent to England after living in India all of her life. Once there, she begins to explore her new, seemingly-isolated surroundings, and its secrets.Lovely film... The best version of the story! 'Nuff said
- DirectorJoe JohnstonStarsJake GyllenhaalChris CooperLaura DernThe true story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who was inspired by the first Sputnik launch to take up rocketry against his father's wishes.Far better than Gyllenhaal's performance in either "Darko" or "Brokeback".
At first you have no idea what the movies gonna be about. Then he says he's gonna build a rocket; then you're like, "Whatever", but no, this film really keeps you interested!
The main theme of the movie is rather nice to listen to as well. ^_^