Hubby and I went to see "The Black Dahlia". Tho not thoroughly disapppointed, I wasn't sure I actually liked the movie or was taken aback.
It is based on a book by James Ellroy, but also based on an actual murder (yet to be solved in real life- the link I have here is filled with adult content) that took place in the 1940s. It in itself is a great mystery story.
But, back to the movie. It is very graphic. Twisted in a dark way....narrated by the police officer (played by Josh Harnett). It's definitely NOT suitable for anyone with a queazy stomach....nor is it ideal for someone that doesn't like sexually graphic content. As I said, the real life story is fact and the movie is based on real events, so a bit believable, yet still somewhat disturbing.
In real life the murder remains unsolved. But with this depiction, it IS solved by a confession. Some lesbian sequences in it. In a way it's a good story, but still quite unsettling.
The autopsy, the body, the confession, the boxing match between Mr. Fire and Mr. Ice--some scenes of a same sex act--things like that which I found a bit too much, but I still remained seated because I actually wanted to see how it ended---knowing the true event in history and that it was never solved--I wanted to see just how the directors and writers came up with a conclusion to the mysterious murder.
From my rating system of 10 bags of popcorn being the best, I'd give this a 3 bag maybe 4 --good, but could have been better I think. It's good for the fact that it's actually quite convincably the era of the late 1940's, but could have maybe had less in the visuals!! I really can't say what I think on this movie. But to be sure, I'll be content with that feeling as I don't think I'll watch it a 2nd time...even to rent it. Personally, I think the movie, the Black Dahlia, will wither and die quickly.
I most always try to have an open mind with how movies are made, yet still remain a bit dubious with how some are made and actually make it to the screen. Being of real material, I think it could have been more tastefully done, and made people aware that this is still something in Hollywood's history that has gone down into the records and perhaps helping us women to be more aware of our surroundings. Who knows. My open mind was put ajar on this one.
Granny * * Meira{FB} *
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There isn't a prudish bone in my body (I don't think) but so far as movies are concerned, I believe less is more.
I think they use gratuitous sex and violence (my main objection is to violence) to cover up lack in other areas.
I've read the Black Dahlia story and it turns up as a t.v. documentary from time to time.
Well, this doesn't sound like a movie we will ever be going to see. The critics are saying that this movie will probably be condidered a classic one day. Critics always review movies strangly though.
I saw a movie on the Black Dahlia before, like when I was young, so over 30 years ago. A documentary on it too.
So I don't think I'll be going to the movie. Maybe buy the dvd.
Work gave all the employees tickets to the movies. Can be used anytime. I have 4. I'm holding out for "The Guardian" that opens on the 29th. Has Kevin Cosner in it.
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