"The Truman Show" Movie Review

Truman Burbank leads a normal life. He wakes up and goes to a normal job, kissing his normal wife goodbye, and greeting all of the normal people in his normal little town. However, I cannot say that "The Truman Show" is normal. Far from it. It is the originality and uniqueness of this film that makes it so memorable. One day, after years of this ordinary life, he decides he wants to take action and actually gain experiences. To have an adventure or two. The problem is, that as much as he tries, everything is getting in his way. That is when he becomes suspicious about why the world seems to be revolving around his life. All of this pointing to the fact that he is being watched around the clock by the entire world. This is one of those movies that sticks with you long after the credits. And as you drive to work the next morning, you will be careful to avoid smashing the camera on your windshield.

8/10

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"Patch Adams" Movie Review

There are some movies that are difficult to review because they fall between the barriers of good and bad, with specific reasons for both. That describes "Patch Adams" in a nutshell. Robin Williams plays a man who, like many in life, is trying to find a purpose. After admitting himself into a mental hospital, he finds that his gift is helping people by making them laugh and lifting their spirits. With these techniques in mind, he doesn't quite fit in at his school of medicine. Williams is likable as Hunter "Patch" Adams but there is something missing. Williams' true talent and humor just doesn't seem to come out here. However, being based on a true story, I found Patch's intent and his heart to be inspiring. I was disappointed, though, to find out that the real Hunter Adams was less than pleased by his portrayal. Despite being somewhat inspired, I felt that this movie had a weak plot and, besides Patch, not very strong or likable characters. Like I said, this isn't a bad movie, but it is far from being a good one either.

5/10

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