John-Savage Movie Reviews

In this film, a young CIA employee (John Savage) sees on television his wife murdered by a terrorist. He then stalks the terrorist and kills him.

But what message does this send? Think of this situation in these terms: John Savage and his wife are a nation. A terrorist attacks that nation and inflicts horrendous damage. The remaining countrymen mount an attack against that terrorist, and simply wipe him out. He is no longer a threat to anyone else, never will be again.

Shouldn't the husband have stopped to be compassionate? Shouldn't he have asked, "Why do they hate us?" His act of simply hunting down the criminal and killing him showed absolutely no compassion, tolerance, inclusion or diversity. At no point did he consult others, such as the United Nations -- he merely acted unilaterally to punish the offender and remove all future threat of recurring terrorism by that offender. This man obviously was not a Democrat.

This is one of those movies that won't allow you to run to the bathroom or kitchen. It holds your attention for the entire film. John Savage is the perfect actor for the part that he plays. His demeanor and attitude in this film are essential to the part. He did a superb job.

I don't know how I missed this at the box office, but I'm certainly glad I discovered it later. This will be a good movie to watch on a cold winter's night.

ENJOY!!

Though this movie is now nearly 20 years old, it is still extremely watchable. It does not rely on special effects. It, rather, relies on the development of Hitchcock-like suspense.

In the movie, the magazine reporter fiance of a CIA computer specialist is executed by terrorists via random drawing while she is on assignment in europe. This infuriates the main protagonist of the movie -- the CIA employee. He collects enough information on CIA sensitive activities to blackmail the agency into allowing him to go into eastern europe so he can locate and eliminate the terrorists that killed his fiance himself.

He is the amateur in a professional's game. The plot is believable, the suspense is tangeable, and the story line not predictable.

I promise that if you like suspense movies, you will love this one! The acting, from main and supporting characters, is good. I particularly enjoyed the character who played the father of the murdered fiance. CIA officers and execs also play their roles (though perhaps a bit stereotyped) quite well.

5 stars.

It was great to see Eek! and Sharky and Annabelle again -- I only wish more of the episodes had been released on video. My son (18) and I laughed until we had tears! Let's all hope more Eek! is put on video - or better yet, back on TV?

Although not the best episodes of this great show, it is still good to see Eek on video. Filled with sight gags and references to pop culture and other movies and shows, you have to watch it two or three times to get them all. Great entertainment for kids and adults alike. Really funnny stuff here. Savage Steve Holland (Better Off Dead), Bill Kopp (Mad Jack the Pirate and others) and crew really did this one up right. I wish they had released more episodes, but the goons at Fox didn't know a true hit when they had one. These two episodes are from the first season and pretty much show all the major characters. Don't get me wrong, this video is definitely worth the money! If you are a long time fan of Eek! or someone who wants to know what its all about this is the video, the only video currently for you! ...

Maggie Smith is deliciously wonderful as the unconventional Augusta, a woman with a shady and colorful past. Arriving at the funeral of her sister after man years absence, she plucks her staid stick-in-the-mud nephew from his humdrum existence in suburban England and drags him with her on a journey of self-discovery, introducing him to her many Bohemian friends as well as her West Indian lover Wordsworth played brilliantly by Louis Gossett Junior. Augusta's nephew is played with excellent British stuffiness by Alec McCowan who finds out to his horror that there is more to his own past than that of his Aunt. Compelled by a sense of duty mingled with confusion he sets out to help the madcap Augusta in her bid to raise the funds to free one of her old flames Mr. Visconti who is being held to ransom by a band of desperate men. This film is delectably funny, quirkily humorous in a sardonic come sartorial way whilst at the same time maintaining equilibrium in the form of its characters who are larger than life but totally human and believable. Maggie Smith however steals the show with her portrayal of Augusta a woman with a past as colorful as a patchwork quilt. There are little twists and turns that add to the piquant essence of the whole film, such as Henry's true parentage both maternal and paternal, and Augusta's own self-interpretation of her life and actions over the years. The final scene will bring tears of laughter to your eyes and you should be left with a good feeling because "Travels with my Aunt" is a feel good with a bit of a difference.

Though quite hammy at times, Maggie Smith delivers a stellar performance as Aunt Augusta in "Travels With My Aunt." She takes her nephew on a series of zany adventures all over the world. It's definitely a fun way to spend an evening!

John Savage is Brady, an American B-17 pilot shot down over Nazi- occupied Hungary in 1944. He's on the run from the Gestapo, which wants him captured and in a POW camp. He's aided, at great risk to themselves, by the "csiskos" (cowboys), of Hungary. He strikes up a friendship with a boy played by Kelly Reno of the Black Stallion movies. They try to get him to safety and freedom in Yugoslavia. With the Gestapo and the SS hot on their trail, it's a real-life game of csiskos and Indians. Does Brady make it? That's for me to know and you to find out. Do you think I'm stupid enough to give away the ending?

I loved this movie because my role model was one of the stars in it. My role model played Annie. She has alos been in a gew other great films such as Sinatra as Little Nancy 7-9. Also in The Crow: City of Angels as Grace. I love her. She is best known for her role on the hit ABC TV show 7th Heaven as Lucy Camden. I love that show! Her real name is Beverley Mitchell. If anyone has contact information please let me know.

This powerful thriller follows the collision of three lives - Matt (Lenny Von Dohlen), his wife Laura (Suzy Amis), and Simon (James Remar). A chance meeting reunites Matt with Simon, the man who saved his life. What should have been a happy reunion becomes a quest for vengeance. One man is driven by guilt; the other by hate; Laura becomes the victim of a twelve-year-old vendetta at the explosive climax of this electrifying film.
Staring James Remar, Suzy Amis, Lenny Von Dohlen and John Savage.

This powerful thriller follows the collision of three lives - Matt (Lenny Von Dohlen), his wife Laura (Suzy Amis), and Simon (James Remar). A chance meeting reunites Matt with Simon, the man who saved his life. What should have been a happy reunion becomes a quest for vengeance. One man is driven by guilt; the other by hate; Laura becomes the victim of a twelve-year-old vendetta at the explosive climax of this electrifying film.
Staring James Remar, Suzy Amis, Lenny Von Dohlen and John Savage.

FINALLY AVAILABLE! This 'lost' Ken Russell dealing with the somewhat wild, short life of French Artist Henri Gaudier-Brzeska [1891 - 1915].

Starring Scott Anthony as Henri with Dorothy Tutin as the woman in his life - [although never married he accepted her last name]! Interesting move for a man during those years, but then again he was very unconventional and now known as a brilliant sculptor/artist. [Even turned his WWI issued rifle into a work of art!]

'SAVAGE MESSIAH' is possibly one of the most understated of the Russell movies [fits into the "Mahler" group]. The images somewhat remind us of Fritz Lang ["Metropolis"]. The slow pace is deliberate - a 'thinking person's" movie this is! Much more than just love story between an older woman and a young man - and at the end it's the woman one worries about - what will she do? Will she move on?

DOROTHY TUTIN - is quite, quite superb during these concluding moments - a talent rarely seen on screen, but once seen - never quite forgotten.

Exquisite costume and art direction - it should be restored to full DVD splendor, along with the other Russell gems.

[Beautiful scene at the train station with Gaudier and Brzeska with the roses and the train - great editing!].

This movie also introduces us to Helen Mirren - another stellar talent.

One night many years ago I was bored and turned on HBO and started watching this movie. 2 hours later I could not believe that I had seen the best and most emotionally satisfying movie of my life. This movie simply makes you feel good. Some twenty years later I have seen hundreds if not thousands of movies and none has touched me like this great film. This movie will make you laugh, cry, cheer, and absolutely fall in love with a group of flawed, disabled yet truely remarkable characters. Most of all, however, it's about friendship and following your dreams. Inside Moves tackled these subjects with more honesty and emotion than all the summer blockbusters put together. Here's to the good guy, the good friend, and one absolutely terrific film !!!

This is my favorite movie of all time. The tag line for when it came out was something like "This movie will make you feel good...and that's not a bad feeling." The writing was so sharp and the actors blended so well together you forget you're watching a movie and feel like you're playing cards with Wings, Blue and Stinky while Jerry pours you all beers.

The story follows Rory, a man who has come to the end of his life only to begin life anew amongst the patrons of Max's, a bar in Oakland catering to people "on the cup." Rory learns that phyically crippled pales compared to emotionally crippled like that of his bartender friend, Jerry. Jerry could be the next great basketball player if not for a knee injury requiring an expensive operation. Jerry's whoas also focus on Ann, his prostitute girlfriend. A chance meeting with pro player Alvin Martin and a dangerous one with Luscious the pimp change their lives forever.
Rory meanwhile becomes co-owner of the bar employing love interest Louise, a woman who not only steals his heart but later breaks it. The scene where they kiss after a ball game at her apartment after spilling oranges clearly shows why Diana Scarwid was nominated for the Oscar.
Without giving too much away, suffice to say love rules the day and all ends well except for Ann.
This movie was directed by Richard Donner of "Lethal Weapon" fame and you will recognize Burt the bartender as Briggs' and Murdoch's captain in the series.
David Morse went on to "St. Elsewhere" with Denzel Washington, Howie Mandel and Mark Harmon returning to tv with "Hack." Fans will want to see him in "The Green Mile,""The Rock,""The Langoliers" among others.
John Savage had roles in "Hair","The Godfather III" and others, but this is the role I think of him best in.
I've worn out two VHS copies of the movie myself. I sincerely hope one day soon we can see this on DVD. With Donner's success and Morse's popularity, fans would love to see this in their collection. Truly a movie anyone could watch and have a great time with.

I bought this video recently on Ebay after many years of searching. The first time I saw it I was moved to tears from laughing and crying. I have only known one other person who has even seen it, and she agreed with me that it is one of the top 5 of all time.
This movie speaks to all of us about learning to "suck it up" and go on. The humor, love, tenderness, and honesty that these characters show toward their limitations and those of others is refreshing and oh so satisfying.
If you want to feel good, inspired, and lucky, watch this movie. If you want to own a treasure, this is it. And I agree with the DVD idea...why not this quality movie?

i love this movie, although they promounciation is not like american and i dont understand some part of it. its a warm and cute movie. describing 2 teenagers love and how they overcome the hard times.
i watch it over and over. i especilly love the kissing part in the woods~ ^^

BT is one terrific movie -- and one of those surprises you could have almost missed, but are eternally grateful that you didn't! It's an honest, fun, sensitive and uplifting story about growing up, about loving, and about raw courage -- without any of the political agenda or overwrought angst found in other films of a similar genre. Linda Henry and Glen Berry give first-rate performances as Sandra and Jamie, a British working-class mother and teen-age son struggling with the usual stuff of which such relationships are made, while Jamie is simultaneously discovering the depth and beauty of his sexuality, and the love that he feels for his neighbor and mate, Ste (Scott Neal). Far from being another cliche-filled coming-out story (though coming out is a major theme), Beautiful Thing is most authentically a love story -- and a damned good and happy one at that! (though weeping is certainly allowed, encouraged, and unavoidable in certain key scenes). But it's not just about the love that Jamie and Ste share; in a way that is inseparable from the main story line, it's about the powerful and life-giving love that Jamie and his mum feel for each other. The movie is full of hope and joy -- and will fill you with those same feelings. Indeed, it sticks to your gut and stays deep down inside long after you have first seen it.

The downside of this film is that its "R" rating (certainly not for sex -- it's gotta be for the rough language) deprives a whole group of young people from experiencing a film that could bring so much goodness to their lives. Every teenager, gay and straight, ought to see this movie. It cuts through all the stereotypes and shows just how beautiful the love between two regular guys can be. Their story is so moving that one would have to be pretty cold and hard not to root for the triumph of Jamie and Ste's love. Indeed, making it a required part of the high school curriculum would go a long way in freeing young people from fear and prejudice, and would do much to help them become more loving and accepting people. What an inspiration and beacon of hope it could be for young gay people looking for a way to love and a reason to hope!

You will be glad and grateful for seeing this movie. In fact, I guarantee that you will not be able to see it just once -- you will want to see it again and again. And that's why you will want to buy it! That's what I did!

An emotionally tender & wonderful coming of age film, "Beautiful Thing" is an essential addition to your "alternative" movie section.

The story centers around Jamie (Berry) and Ste (Neal), 2 teenage classmates and neighbors in a working-class development in London. Jamie is a reserved teen sharing a normal relationship with his single, pub manager Mom (Henry). Ste lives an emotionally and physically abused life at the hands of his single father and older brother. What transpires between them is a very tender and emotional tale of first love and budding homosexuality. Awakening sexual desire, guilt, fear and, eventually, love is played out in an honest & sincere fashion.

The entire cast is superb. As Jamie & Ste, Glen Berry & Scott Neal give their characters a sweet and emotionally accurate innocence... especially when joyously galavanting through a forest together and sharing a long kiss. Linda Henry is exquisite as Jamie's Mom, Sandra. She delivers a fantastic and multi-layered performance as a woman trying to deal with her own life, in addition to her son. As the Mamas & the Papas loving neighbor Leah, Tameka Empson graciously adds some needed turbulence (comically and otherwise).

The script is heartfelt, comical (some moments between Sandra & Leah are a bitingly hilarious), and fresh. Definitely a wonderful comedy-drama and, perhaps, the best coming out film of the decade.