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Frankie Feedback (Part 6) Presents: “They’re Out for Blood, Och!” 
E-MAIL FRANK OCHIENG PREVIOUS PARTS: “Nothing Like the Flow of a Good Old Moviegoer’s Angst” “The Moviegoer Strikes Back!” “Penny for your Pithy Thoughts” "Meet Frank Ochieng, Cinema Cynic" “A Poisoned Pen, An Opinionated Mind” So gang, are we ready for yet another round of the Frankie Feedback column series? If you are then please realize that we’re up to phase six of this edition with Frankie Feedback (Part 6): They’re Out for Blood, Och!” As in the previous five articles, we have showcased some of the favorable/unfavorable feedback that was aimed at yours truly in reference to various film critiques that were composed. Now mind you that some of my write-ups haven’t been exactly celebrated in the majority of film fans’ satisfaction out there. It’s a challenge when you’re perceived as popular as The Grinch at an orphanage Christmas party! But remember folks, Frankie O. doesn’t write film reviews to please readers and appeal to their approval. Film analysis, whether it’s done by professional moviegoers or casual ones, can be the ultimate experience if you appreciate offering opinion and/or insight. And based on some of the backlash (or kind comments) that I have received over the years it is safe to say that movie enthusiasts in general don’t take their cinema lightly. Why should they? Anyway, let’s jump right to the mailbag and see what is in store for your beleaguered movie maven, okay? And remember folks, your two cents is always welcomed as I have stated numerous times before whether it’s good, bad or indifferent. Being a whipping post for a handful of disgruntled movie misfits is something that I (or perhaps some other film critics) am used to at this point. So why stop the fun now, right? And now for “Frankie Feedback (Part 6): They’re Out for Blood, Och!” And I am not really an online film critic per se…I just happen to play one on TV! Sorry, always wanted to say that quip! Comments to Frank about his review on KILL BILL VOL. 1: Walter R. Dorfner writes: “you should be able to review a movie in two paragraphs” Frank’s response: “So I should be able to review a movie in two paragraphs, huh? Who are you, my editor? Sorry buddy but I like the long-winded feel to my film write-ups. You’re kidding me, right Walt? So that’s all you have to utter regarding my elaborate critique on Kill Bill Vol. 1? Don’t take this the wrong way Walter but do me this one favor: would you consider go playing in rush hour traffic while being blindfolded? Gee, I hope that’s not asking too much, Walt! On second thought, please DO take this the right way! Tom Wahl writes: “Hi, I enjoyed your review, but wanted to point out that Okinawa is a prefecture of Japan, not China. We just spend 4 wonderful years there courtesy of the US airforce. Keep up the good reviews. Cheers, Tom Wahl.” Frank’s response: “Tom, first of all I salute you as a dedicated military man doing your service for your country so welcome back. Secondly, much obliged for you being accepting of my Kill Bill Vol. 1 write-up. Thirdly, thanks for pointing out my minor flaw—of course Okinawa is associated with Japan and not China! I just hope my old geography teacher doesn’t take me to task for that careless oversight! (smile) Anyway, I’m sure that you and Mary Claire must have had a wonderful experience these past 4 years soaking up the scenic surroundings in Okinawa. Again, welcome back to the States and thanks for your invaluable participation in the US airforce!” Comments to Frank about…well, being Frank! Sally McMixter writes: “Mr. Ochieng, I find you very disagreeable when it comes to the movies. I cannot deny that you are a creative writer and know your stuff about contemporary cinema. However, I still find you boorish, pompous, judgmental, reactionary, flippant and egotistical! It’s a shame that young people are exposed to your kind of celluloid self-promotion. Leave the movie reviewing racket to someone who really appreciates the art of filmmaking.” Frank’s response: “Hey Sally, you forgot that I am also verbose, presumptuous and can concoct a mean meatloaf for dinner guests! As for me being a bad influence on young people thanks to insensitive movie reviews, I really feel bad about that. After all, how dare I put young minds in jeopardy much like America’s other deviants such as the friendly neighborhood drug dealer or the misunderstood child molester out there! Yeah Sally, my film critiquing duties are notorious indeed so hide your kids away from my provocative movie-oriented writing!” Comments to Frank about his review on THE STATION AGENT: Kalah writes: “WTF kind of movie is the Station Agent? Wow…” Frank’s response: “Well Kalah, THE STATION AGENT is the kind of film that resonates passion and raises an alert consciousness for responsible filmmaking that is subtle in its poignancy and effectiveness—the type of rewarding film-going experience that is deeply affecting to one’s real cinematic senses. Now does that answer your unfunny and wayward question, Missy?” Comments to Frank about one of his previous Top Ten Favorite Films of the Year list: Kalah writes: “I am even surprised that you actually like movies and half of the ones you listed are gay films so you must be gay……not surprising” Frank’s response: “Listen Kalah, don’t you have better things to do than to frequently show your ignorance in my mailbox pertaining to movies? Go make yourself useful by pulling the wings off of dead flies, okay? Better yet, isn’t there a nursing home floor where you can throw away your leftover banana peels? Geez…you really need some emotional guidance, huh?” Comments to Frank about his review on RADIO: Don Edy writes: “OBVIOUSLY MR OCHIENG DID NOT SEE THE SAME MOVIE AS I DID, THIS STORY NEEDED TO BE TOLD AND MICHAEL TOLLIN SHOULD BE CONGRATULATED AND CUBA GOODING JR FOR A WONDERFUL PERFORMANCE. WE NEED MORE MOVIES LIKE THIS TOLERANCY MR OCHIENG TOLERANCY” Frank’s response: “On the contrary Mr. Edy, I did see the same movie as you did. Believe me, I have the inescapable sticky sentimental aftertaste to prove it. Sure, the story being told in Radio is somewhat moving and inspirational but I also felt that it got the royal polish treatment and didn’t come clean with what it really should have portrayed—the deeper and genuine conflicts of a mentally-challenged Southern black man-child. Quite frankly, I found Radio manipulative, pretentious and needlessly cloying. Seemingly, Gooding Jr.’s performance is considered sympathetic and has the right amount of pathos. But it’s also convincingly synthetic to boot! When it comes to sports-related dramas, Michael Tollin definitely shines. But in the mushy-induced Radio Tollin shamelessly exploits the sappy overtones of this sugary narrative.” Comments to Frank about his review on LEGALLY BLONDE 2: RED, WHITE AND BLONDE: Shanna writes: “I love Reese Witherspoon! She’s a great actress and she’s really pretty. I thought this movie was good…wasn’t as good as the first though! If you haven’t seen it go and get it…it’s worth it!” Frank’s response: “Shanna, for the most part I agree with your assessment. So is Reese pretty and a fine actress? Why most definitely. Was LB2: RWaB as enjoyable as the original film? No it wasn’t I’m afraid. However, was this second installment of Witherspoon’s perky Harvard graduate airhead a good follow up movie for her to continue the magic from the first successful serving? Sorry, but in my opinion—no dice!” Frank Ochieng makes the celebrity news regarding his comments in his review on ABOUT SCHMIDT: Froggy 99.9 (http://www.froggy999.com/goodbadgossip.html) “The Good, The Bad and the Gossip” based out of Maryland, USA reports: ARTICLE: “Parts is Parts” Apparently, Jack ain’t what he used to be! Jack Nicholson was a bit distraught to learn that he has a “potato physique!” The 66-year old actor was taken aback by those comments by a reviewer of one of his movies. In a review on the film “About Schmidt”, movie critic Frank Ochieng said Nicholson has “a tired-looking face that can pass as a Triple-A road map and hosts a tattered body that’s reminiscent of an Idaho potato.” Not surprisingly, Jack doesn’t agree. And although some of his parts might not work like they used to, he proudly admits that he takes Viagra, and even told London’s Evening Standard the drug “could save many relationships.” Frank’s response to this article: “Well, my first thought regarding this bit of gossip news was “How in the world did three-time Academy Award-winning actor Jack Nicholson learn of my remarks in that film review?” Secondly, who ever told Mr. Nicholson about my write-up failed to quote me adequately and inform him that I was profoundly describing his characterization of his protagonist Warren Schmidt as a haggard retiree in search for a purposeful meaning in his life, not describing Jack Nicholson the legendary actor. If one were to read my ABOUT SCHMIDT film critique where I mention the “potato physique” and “Triple-A road map face” zingers they could see that I meant this not as derogatory and disrespectful. Instead, they could see that I was trying to be insightful and descriptive of a haggard man that’s tired with the rat race and ready to take on other challenges. In short, I do apologize if Mr. Nicholson and his publicists took my observations the wrong way and misinterpreted my journalistic intentions.” Click here to comment on this article. Frank Ochieng © TheWorldJournal.com |
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