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Jack the Bear (1993)

See my review at BA Reviews.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

James (2008)

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Jaws (1975)

Right, this one is a classic by now. A great movie, thrilling and suspense-packed to the last minute.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Jet Boy (2001)

See my review at BA Reviews.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Joshua's Heart (1990)

See my review at BA Reviews.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Kes (1969)

Kes is a wonderful movie that has to be considered a masterpiece of British film-making. That's because it's the setting, the surrounding of David Bradley, that is so genuinely depicted and portrayed. You get a first-hand insight into the harsh life of Billy, how he's bullied at school and tormented even by his teacher (who, himself, is caught in disillusion as he pretends being Bobby Charlton and loses the football game in a shameful manner). Viewing the movie from the point of view of society, we see a life that is bleak and dull for young Billy - and then, there's a chance to escape. That chance is Kes - a kestrel. The relationship between Billy and Kes eventually overlaps the scorning desolation, they shine amidst bleakness and vanquish seclusion. That's inspiring, truly inspiring. The way the movie ends though is somehow a symbol for the transitoriness of temporary elation. David Bradley is the archetype of the lonesome, genuinely blue lad on the brink of adulthood. This movie has much to it. Good acting, brilliant setting, inspirational themes.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

King of the Hill (1993)

Charming boy in the lead, who has lots of screen time.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

The Kite Runner (2007)

Magnificent movie, highly recommended.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)

I forgot to rate this movie, shame on me.

Great, great performances, great story - I guess one of the first movies dealing with that subject.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Kruimeltje (1999)

Wonderful story, similar to Oliver Twist. Never boring, lots of adventures and typical boyish mischief. Ruud Feltkamp is a very handsome lad - once he has his hair cut. Suited for the whole family, emotional, decent and with fine messages.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

L.I.E. (2001)

Good movie, handling a controversial subject with very much sensibility and honesty.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Let Me In (2010)

I liked this movie better than the original. Kodi's performance is absolutely brilliant.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Living with the Dead (2002)

See my review at BA Reviews.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Malcolm in the Middle (2000-2006)

What can I say? To this day I enjoy watching Malcolm in the Middle. The cast is wonderful, the script is very enjoyable and the different stories are smart. The boys do a fine job, indeed. Much appreciated!

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Mean Creek (2004)

The cast is wonderful. Apart from Stand by Me this movie features the finest cast of young male actors seen for a long time congregated in one movie. Ryan Kelley, Rory Culkin, Trevor Morgan - their performances are so genuine and authentic that I had the impression of seeing a documentary rather than a fictional movie. They interact in a natural manner that is stunning in its simplicity and leaves you with the feeling of getting a first-hand insight into the heart and soul of the struggling life of young male adolescents on the brink of adulthood. The language used by the main characters adds to this authenticity and is so clear and unsophisticated as heard on the streets in some suburban neighborhood.

The story is the second major strength of Mean Creek. It features a very simple plot, almost a typical short story as you find it in literary pieces. The story starts abruptly and ends in the same way. The entire plot centers around one incident and its effects on the protagonists - a classic scenario of real life dramas.

The climax is the heart of the movie, its dramatic denouement. A plan to seek retaliation ends in an unimaginable outrage. The way Estes elaborates on the individual characters and their parts in the escalating process is very sophisticated and shows quite plainly how quickly things can turn from good to bad and get out of control. This aspect is very powerful and tremendously authentic, granting the movie enormous dramatic quality. The arising moral struggle that consequently pervades the characters' minds is the central theme of the last third of the movie, focusing on the individual perceptions of good and evil. Carly Schroeder's line "We can never be forgiven", later on reiterated by Rory Culkin, sums up one approach to assessing the ultimate damnability of their collective deed, which leaves all of the characters emotionally and mentally scarred.

The ending is emotionally stirring. When the kids approach the house and stand immovably in front of the porch when George's mom opens the front door is thrashing in its ultimate confession of guilt. Marty's development from emotionally battered by his step dad to thorough despair is smashing and utterly blunt. When he grabs the gun and enters the shop he starts crying. This is when he realizes that he has left behind the last chances of redemption. We do not know what happens to him - he is just a lost soul whose entire existence has perished with the incident at Mean Creek.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Mickybo and Me (2004)

Wonderful adventure featuring two smart boys.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Millions (2004)

See my review at BA Reviews #2.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Min far er bokser (2005)

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Mud (2012)

The boys were exceptionally good.

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

Oliver Twist (1948)

My Movie Rating:

9 / 10

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