Reviews
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Movie Review: Angel Heart (1987)
Directed by Alan Parker and based on the book Fallen Angel by William Hjortsberg, Angel Heart is a psychological thriller neo-noir that packs horror and supernatural elements. The cast of the film includes Mickey Rourke, Robert De Niro, Lisa Bonet, and Charlotte Rampling. It begins in the vein of classic noir, where a private eye… Read more
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Movie review: Fargo (1996)
“Fargo” is a superb neo-noir black comedy from Joel and Ethan Coen that packs a riveting plot and a stellar ensemble cast. Set in Fargo, North Dakota, in the late 1980s, the movie claims to be based on real events. The plot is the tale of an unscrupulous car dealer who hires two goons to… Read more
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Water Tower Kitchen, Campbell
For lovers of tasty dishes in the Bay Area, a great place to try out is Water Tower in Campbell, CA. The restaurant offers a great choice of American, Mexican, Italian, and even Hawaiian dishes. The decor is a stylish industrial style that gives the restaurant a warm, welcoming allure. It also has a few… Read more
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Movie Review: The Lady in the Car with Glasses and a Gun (2015)
“The Lady in the Car with Glasses and a Gun” (TLCGG), or “La Dame dans l’auto avec des lunettes et un fusil,” is a watchable French-Belgian crime thriller directed by Joann Sfar. The movie is based on a book by Sebastien Japrisot. Unfortunately, the movie relies more on style and aesthetics than on the screenplay… Read more
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Original Krunthai Restaurant, San Jose
If you are in the Bay Area and looking for good Thai (and some good Malay dishes), you cannot go wrong with Oriental Krunthai. The place has decent decor, a sizable dining area, and dishes that pack a flavorful punch. The staff is friendly and resourceful too. We visited the venue a few days ago… Read more
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Movie Review: The Lincoln Lawyer (2011)
“The Lincoln Lawyer” is a great legal thriller directed by Brad Furman, based on the novel of the same name by Michael Connelly. With Matthew McConaughey in the lead, the cast of the movie also includes Ryan Phillippe, Marisa Tomei, Josh Lucas, William H. Macy, and Bryan Cranston. The plot is the tale of a… Read more
