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The UCLA Dynasty (2007)
UCLA the Dynasty a Must See
With the recent passing of John Wooden, the HBO documentary "UCLA the Dynasty" is more relevant than ever. It covers the UCLA basketball program from 1964 through 1975. I'm a UCLA alumn and went there during some of those years, so I'm biased to begin with, but this documentary is brilliant despite my being pre-dispossed to enjoy it. Much of the footage I had never seen before. To any college basketball fan, I can't recommend this movie too highly. The Bruins set so many records and John Wooden accomplished feats that will never be duplicated. During one streak the Bruins won 88 games in a row. During the 12 year run they won 10 NCAA titles, seven in a row. With all the tributes coming in since Wooden's passing away, I can't think of a better way to learn more about him than watching this film.
The Flock (2007)
One of the worst movies of all time
I watched the movie "The Flock" because of the casting of Gere and Danes and because the story synopsis sounded interesting. This was one of the WORST movies I've seen in a long while (and I've seen some turkeys.) I've never posted online before but this movie was so awful I had to do so. I suppose the problems begin begin with the script which was so amateurish it's unbelievable. The story makes zero sense and the dialogue is so trite it's nauseating. Poor Gere, he deserves so much better. As for the Gere/Danes on screen matchup, because of the horrible writing, one doesn't believe either character for a single minute. I'll bet Gere wishes he could buy back the negative, were such a thing possible. It's a shame to see talent wasted so badly, not to mention I wish I could get my 2 hours back. (I know what you're thinking. How do I really feel?)