The Thin Red Line

Advantages: Only to the survivors
Disadvantages: To the Zulus

..., the film is exciting and full of blood and guts with some really bloody fight sequences. The scenery is as marvellous as you would expect from the African bush and the red tunics of the Welsh Borderers stand out like sore thumbs to make a good target for Zulu spears. One of the most awe inspiring sequences was not visual. Hearing the sound of the masses of Zulus banging their cow hide shields with their spears in a relentless rhythm would chill the blood in my veins. After seeing the film umpteen times, usually at Xmas, the story gets boring but those drumming spears still get to me. "Don't throw those bloody spears at me" is attributed to Michael Cain speaking in his Harry Palmer voice but he never said it....

jimbuck 19.12.2000 · Read review
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Behind Enemy Lines

Advantages: Entertaining the whole way through
Disadvantages: Slightly on the budget side

...Last night Behind enemy lines was on Film Four and I thought I?d give it ago, I had never heard of the film before and so did not know what to expect, I always give the info on the TV a read before getting into a new film as unfortunately I am one of the Biased people of the world who find a film more worth trying if it has good actors and a good synopsis. Judging a book by its cover and all that (slap on the wrists). First impressions Before the film had started I had my doubts, the cast of actors includes Owen Wilson, and after seeing more than a fair share of his films, I was doubtful to whether he could pull off what was being described on the TV info as an ?action/thriller? I have never seen him in a serious role and although this gave doubts it also intrigued me into seeing the film and made me want to see if he would fail...

amyloop 17.07.2009 (23.07.2009) · Read review
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Seeing Red

Advantages: The graphics are decent, multiple ending, multiplayer?
Disadvantages: Linearity, lack of interactivity, poor characters, retreat and recover antics, limited GM

...*A review which is primarily based on the single-player experience of the FPS, Red Faction II.* The nanotechnology created by Capek on Mars had been brought to Earth where it would again be stolen. And then stolen again and again. But Alias would take the technology for the Republic of the Commonwealth. With the nanotechnology Chancellor Sopot transformed Alias, as well as an army of soldiers, into super-soldiers whom were superior in all aspects. Sopot feared these fighters and so ordered his Elite Guard to execute them. As a survivor, Alias, now an ally of the rebellious Red Faction, and one of a squad of six super-soldiers, seek to eliminate Sopot. Grenades cannot be thrown when dual-weapon wielding, however Alias cannot even lob a grenade whilst shooting with a single weapon, hence he is not the sharpest of shooters. As...

scream4bruce 14.07.2009 · Read review
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Defining The Great Line

Advantages: Strong drum work throughout, impressive vocal styling.
Disadvantages: You may wear the album out from playing it so often.

...In 2004 the band rose to fame with their 'They're Only Chasing Safety' album which sold more than 350 000 copies. Underoath came back after a 2 year wait with this album 'Define The Great Line' with which the band have a great stab at success in the metalcore genre, a genre they started off in with their first two albums 'Act of Depression' and 'Cries of the Past' before moving onto the melody, scream, repeat formula of the 'They're Only Chasing Safety' release. I feel that this was a wise move for the band as I feel that this is a genre that they do a lot more successfully, and so in returning to their roots as such the band are definitely onto a winner. Underoath make strong use of their double bass pedal with this release, producing a heavy album that should go down well with many of those that listen to it. This album is full...

RazzaLazza 27.01.2008 · Read review
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Feeling Fruity with Hugo Boss (Deep Red)

Advantages: Long lasting smell, not too overpowering
Disadvantages: Becoming increasingly popular, therefore you wont be the only one wearing it!

...I have to admit I am a very big fan of Hugo Boss perfumes in general, and this one is no different - I absolutely love it. ~~Packaging~~ The packaging is a simple yet distinct design which can automatically be attached and associated with the Hugo Boss range. This one comes in a lovely dark red frosted glass with a silver lid. The lid is easily pulled off to find the usual ?squirt? button found on most perfumes. The wording on the bottle is simple and minimalist in a silver writing. Whilst the bottle isn?t clear, when held up to light you can clearly see how much perfume is left, without it coming as a complete shock when it is no longer coming out the bottle! The bottle, like most perfumes, comes with outer packaging. In this case the outer packaging is a small cardboard box again following the general colour theme...

Diamonds08 25.10.2009 · Read review
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No Line On The Horizon

Advantages: True music is back
Disadvantages: None

...No Line On The Horizon: No Line On The Horizon The perfect opening track for an album like this. Starts off like a fly through the clouds in dawn greeting a new day. That's how I feel about this song. The verses are the key point in this song. The chorus is also very catchy. Pure U2'ness. Magnificent This is probably the best song off the album. That angry and poppy intro doesn't prepare you for what comes next. Melodic layers of guitar while Bono yells 'Magnificent', probably describing their new album. The verses are very beautiful and the lyrics just phenomenal. Moment Of Surrender This song was the hardest for me to like but I do now, after some good sessions of listening. It has that definitive feel of their Joshua's Tree crossed with Achtung Baby. The bass is very beautiful. The best thing about...

AndreyToth 23.02.2009 · Read review
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George clooney in his smallest role ever

Advantages: moving and beautiful
Disadvantages: some find it boring

...We all have are own personal criteria when it comes to war films, that is our own private expectation of what we are about to see. The usual aspects that are now practically standard are: young impressionable soldiers clearly horrified by the ferocity of war, despicable soldiers getting their comeuppance, and of course no war film would be complete without a blood spattered sequence with classical music in the background. War films tend to fall into two categories, either they show the horror of war or they show the psychological effects of the fighting on the people involved. “Saving private Ryan” is probably the best example of the horrors of war, whilst “Platoon” shows the effects it has on the emotionally weak. “The Thin Red Line” then is pretty confused when it comes to finding it a slot...

willgould 31.05.2001 (21.07.2001) · Read review
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Red Door

Advantages: Smells lovely
Disadvantages: None

...I Love this product its my 'signature' perfurme whenever I wear people always say I smell nice (which is nice!). The price has dropped over the years and you can pick up a bottle of Red Door eau de Toilette Spray 100ml from Superdrug for as little as £16.99 and if you are an ebay user cheaper still. Smell Quote 'Sensuous blend of deep, rich florals features a captivating scent that fills the senses. A very feminine scent.' - Totally agree with this statement it's a lovely fragrance. Packaging Comes in an elegant bottle as per photograph. Sizes= Can be bought in either 25ml, 50ml or 100ml bottle Summary Good value for money fragrance, goes well with the lotion (which is makes the skin feel very smooth). An ideal gift. I always seem to go back to the perfume time and time again, a change is always good, but this is...

jinxyjo 19.06.2009 · Read review
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  Drive Within The Parallel Lines.

Advantages: Much better than the last driver game. Modable cars.
Disadvantages: Quite a short game, hard to drive as the roads are packed with traffic.

...Game Info Genre = 3rd Person Action Free Roaming Game Developer = Reflections Publisher = Atari Players = 1 Player Online = No Age = 18+ Memory Usage = 148KB Minimum Platform = PS2 and Xbox Released = March 2006 --------------------------------------------------------------- HISTORY The first driver game was released on the ps1 in October 2000 then followed Driver 2 they were both based on car chase missions, then came the 3 game that include on foot missions and guns for the ps2 but was a big disappointment, which then brings use to Driver: Parallel Lines the fourth game in series. STORY The driver games have always had the main character Tanner as an undercover cop but here you take control of someone new, "The Kid" also known as "TK", you been living in New York City for a few years as a young rookie...

masterblaster1982 02.06.2006 · Read review
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Psychology of individuals in extremes

Advantages: Visually beautiful; emotionally raw and deep; stunning battle sequences; reflective and poetic
Disadvantages: An acquired taste

...Nature and philosophy is the trademark of Terrence Malick. He artfully presented it in his two films of the 70s, Badlands and Days of Heavens, but retreated from the directing scene to go on a sabbatical which would last for twenty years. The Thin Red Line emerged in 1999, more visceral than any of Malick's previous work, presenting audiences with an artfully crafted, beautiful film. This was Malick taking his films to a more ambitious scale, taking everything to the next level, and whether or not the viewer enjoys the film, it is not to be denied that the Thin Red Line is sheer film making genius. Retrieved by the army from the exotic island of Melonesia, deserter Private Witt (Jim Caviezel), a humanistic, thoughtful man, is transferred directly back to his previous outfit; Charlie Company. A wide array of men, all with their own...

harlequin21 10.04.2006 · Read review
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