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Advantages: Excellent Cast, Amusing
Disadvantages: Slightly Weak Plot, Slow To Get Going

...that explores the notion that Shakespeare wasn't that great a writer and was, in fact, simply a lusty man ever in search of a muse - or, in other words, a woman to lay that might, if he's lucky, give him some inspiration for a new play. I kind of like his style, actually. Trying to write "Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter," Shakespeare - played by Joseph Fiennes - discovers he's suffering from writer's block, a phenomenon known to many of us ...
...appease both her desire for Shakespeare and the stage itself, Viola takes to the boards as a young boy and plays the part of Romeo in Will's new play. Shakespeare himself discovers quickly that this new muse has, indeed, unlocked his writer's block and he starts to write his new play, helped by the input of his financially depressed theatre owner, Hugh Fennyman (played by Tom Wilkinson) and his lead actor, Ned Alleyn, who ultimately suggests a new ... Read review

Advantages: A very interesting multi layered film.
Disadvantages: None.

...SHOW-- The Truman Show was released in 1998. Directed by Peter Weir and written by Andrew Niccol. Starring Jim Carrey, Laura Linney, and Natasha McElhone. - BBFC Rating: PG - Genre: Fantasy/Comedy/Drama. - Running Time: 103 Minutes. - Truman Burbank (Jim Carrey) is a man who has grown up in, and is now living his life unawares, within a reality TV programme. Hand chosen from five unwanted babies, he is legally adopted by the television company. ...
...for the unveiling of the groundbreaking reality show. Killing his father off within the programme by a 'staged' boating accident ensures Truman's fear of water and therefore leaving him no option for escape should he discover the truth behind his scripted life, as the only way out of the town is by crossing the sea. The whole history of the programme which has charted Truman's birth, childhood and progression to manhood is shown globally 24/07. Functioning ... Read review

Advantages: excellent performances, unique story
Disadvantages: complex narrative which can be confusing

I saw this film at the cinema and didn't really understand it at first but there was something about it that really made me want to see it again. I bought it a few years later on DVD and watched it straight away I understood it and loved it because i related with the characters and the acting of Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet made it all the more easy to believe and relate to. I would fully recommend this film to someone who enjoys complex narratives. ...
...refreshing to see him in a film where he is serious and where he goes against his typecast as an eccentric comic actor. if you are like me you will find the story comforting if you have suffered a break up recently as the story is based around this and having the memory of the relationship completely erased. ... Read review

Advantages: Very different from most films I've seen before
Disadvantages: None

...great watch and so is a look inside Eternal Sunshine of the spotless mind. Another special extra which comes with this dvd is the award winning screenplay book! A must have for all fans. I highly recommend this film to anyone. It has to be seen to be believed! ... Read review

Advantages: Masterful thought provoking film
Disadvantages: Some holes in the plot

...world in which he is the only one that doesn't know that he's life is a show. A reality TV show, created by Cristof, and broadcasted live around the world. The film follows Truman's journey of discovering the truth about his life. Peter Weir creates this beautiful psychological drama, taking Jim Carrey away from his usual zany performances. Peter Weir, the well known Australian director, famous for making films such as: "The Mosquito Coast" (1986), ...
...in isolating or alienating situations; the Truman show is no exception. Peter Weir creates a perfect, bright town of "Seahaven", so overly attractive it becomes oppressive. The cinematography is truly mesmerising and somehow intrusive, as we see Truman's life through a variety of pinhole cameras like buttons, bins, hats, car radio, trombone, pencil sharpener and Truman's bathroom mirror. The Truman Show is an intriguing and well written film that ... Read review