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kevin_southern_ireland
Due to several health issues my mobility isn't good and so I get to see a lot of films and things and of course have developed a keen interest in the movies.
Because of my health and being registered disabled I do not work and so write novels as a way of keeping active. A good storyline in a movie is therefore a must to me but having a teenage son I must admit to having acquired the ability to appreciate slightly less structured films LOL.
Reviews
The Boys of St. Vincent (1992)
Am I the only one?
I watched this film the other night after it was recommended to me by someone with whom I was discussing the film "Song For A Raggy Boy." To say I enjoyed the film would be totally inappropriate given the subject matter but it did grip me and hold my interest throughout it's full running.
What concerned me however was the amount of child nudity involved which I must admit I found disturbing and in all honesty far more than actually necessary. Am I the only one who felt this?
As a survivor of child abuse, I understand that my perspective on these things might vary from other member's views, but I could not help feel there was simply too much and when I compare the film to "Song For A Raggy Boy" I cannot help but question if all of the child nudity was needed.
Other than this one criticism, I thought the film was excellently produced and cleverly presented with extremely powerful performances from the leads.
Despite my previous comments I would recommend this film.
One Little Indian (1973)
A refreshingly simple and enjoyable movie!
You know I watch a great many movies, being disabled and not very mobile can do that to you.
From action to romance and thriller to comedy I pretty much enjoy any genre and being this way I have seen a lot of action packed movies. So when one comes my way that is simply a good story with fun and a pleasant message it is refreshing.
This is one of those movies! Good, fun, pleasant to watch and with clean non-violent message.
James Garner is good fun and plays the role well.
Jodie Foster is in it for only a few scenes but you know even seeing her at that age (11 i guess) was kind of neat! Vera Miles also plays her part well.
As for the "one little Indian" - Clay O'Brien, he plays his part well, and even the occasional dodgy haircut is forgivable! So in short, if you a looking for a good, clean, family movie I can recommend this one.
All the best from Southern Ireland! Kevin