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Duplex (2003)
A dark and unfunny flick
Two talented actors - working with a pitiful script. Some nice shots of renovated Brooklyn brownstones (or is that the back lot in Hollywood?) Actually, I had a similar upstairs neighbor when I lived in a Brooklyn brownstone years ago. This lady must be related. She evoked absolutely NO sympathy - and made the entire attempt slightly creepy.
The couple had *zero* chemistry and I'm surprised I watched it to the bitter end. Must have been a slow TV night. The comic turn at the end was somewhat redeeming and provided a wry twist to an otherwise forgettable movie. I am glad I have found one nice thing to say about it. I am one of the few people in my circle who thinks Drew Barrymore has talent. I hate to see her in this drek.
Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)
I was extremely disappointed by the acting and the scenery.
I had been told by a co-worker how much I was going to enjoy this film. What a disappointment! The location shots were minimal. Most of it looked like it was shot on a back lot in Hollywood. There were a few good shots of Positano, but other than that, not much real geography. The acting by Diane Lane was limited to repetitious "grins" and "tilts of the head", although she can't be blamed for the poor script or the improbability of the plot. Couldn't believe this was the same lady who was nominated for an Academy Award. All in all, a superficial and disappointing presentation.