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Frankie Feedback (Part 13) Presents: “Sticks and Stones Will Try to Hurt These Movie Bones” 
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” “They’re Out for Blood, Och!” "Frank(ly) Speaking..." "Requiem of a Moviekiller" "Are You Cruisin’ for a Cinematic Bruisin’?" “I Love the Smell of Vitriol in the Morning” “A Sneak Preview Into Your Rotten Soul” “Mr. Ochieng, You’re Wanted in the Projector Room!” Welcome to the thirteenth edition of the FRANKIE FEEDBACK column series entitled “Sticks and Stones Will Try to Hurt These Movie Bones”. As you can see, the comments continue to pour in and that’s fine by yours truly. It’s when the feedback starts to dwindle down somewhat that this could be cause for concern. Let’s face facts that movie fans become defensive when their brand of entertainment comes under fire by the “devious demons” known as the film critic. But hey, we as movie reviewers have our jobs to do. Yeah, I guess it’s hazardous duty to offer the occasional unkind assessment here and there but it has to be done—no ands, ifs or buts about it. With this in mind, let’s see who makes the FRANKIE FEEDBACK showcase this time around. So sit back, arm yourselves with either a grin or grunt and revel in the two cents worth of tirade that makes itself to my fatigued e-mail venue. And remember, try to hug your local film critic when you get a chance—they don’t see much loving nowadays thanks to the hoards of disapproving performers, movie publicists and yes...the loyal yet sometimes misguided movie fan! Frankie Fedback (Part 13) “Sticks and Stones Will Try to Hurt These Movie Bones” proudly presents the following: Comments made to Frank about his review on BLOODRAYNE: Wendy De Leon from Romar Entertainment writes: “Hello Frank, My name is Wendy, and I am with Romar Entertainment. I read your interesting article on Uwe Boll's BloodRayne. Aside from your thoughts on the movie, our distribution company has a unique model and the world should know. Obviously we have the power to release films like BloodRayne worldwide. Actors, Directors, etc.. have a new innovative avenue to release their films. We are the future. Please contact me if you are interested in talking with the CEO Jim Schramm. Please feel free to look up our website www.romar.us Wendy De Leon Romar Entertainment Frank’s response: “Now maybe I shouldn’t have any cause to be cynical at all regarding Ms. De Leon’s offer to sip friendly tea with a major movie distributor whose banal blood-sucking horror flick “BloodRayne” I bad-mouthed like a neglected red-headed stepchild in my harsh critique of said film, should I? When she mentioned that she read my “interesting article”, she forgot to reveal how interestingly horrid I thought her released flick was initially. When Wendy mentioned “aside from your thoughts on the movie”, I was curious as to why she didn’t tack on the appropriate adjective to accompany “thoughts”? I could think of some: “critical thoughts”, “acid-tongued thoughts”, “destructive thoughts”, “resentful thoughts”, “spiteful thoughts”, etc. Come on Wendy, let’s call it what it is and not play around with coy semantics. In any event, I do appreciate your company trying to extend its hand out to me in order to make PR love and not war. Whatever your outfit feels that it can gain from collaborating with me, I hope that this connection will concentrate on promoting quality films and not flimsy high-tech hokum like the vapid vampire vehicle “BloodRayne” that you’re enthusiastically pushing on undiscriminating pimple-faced fanboys.” Follow-up comments made to Frank about his review on BLOODRAYNE: Wendy De Leon from Romar Entertainment again writes: “Frank, if you are interested in interviewing Uwe Boll please e-mail me an overview of your interview questions and we will work from there. Thanks! Best.” Frank’s response: “I must say that Wendy is very persistent and accommodating in her bid to unselfishly fluff my pillows and iron my bed sheets. Hey, there’s nothing wrong with being pampered occasionally. As the old saying goes, “kill ‘em with kindness!” However, I’m an online film critic, not a politician. It’ll be a waste of time trying to dangle a carrot in front of my face. But I must admit that being able to question the German 21st century version of Ed Wood in the likes of flop-meister filmmaker Uwe Boll does have its considerable opportunities. After the bad taste in the aftermath of dismal eyesores such as “The House of the Dead”, “Alone in the Dark” and now “BloodRayne”, maybe I should interrogate Boll like a felon in the night.” Comments made to Frank based on his “lackluster critiquing abilities”: HowlingMonkeyDung writes:” Frank - Get off your high horse & take criticism like a man. It's constructive after all. Another sorry example of a hack who cannot accept that he's not the greatest writer to walk the earth. Pathetic.” Frank’s response: Geez, HowlingMonkeyDung: “I wasn't aware of me saddling up to even try and ride the high horse! As for me taking criticism like a man, I can dish it out as well as take it. Believe me, it doesn't take myopic personalities such as you and fellow disgruntled Homosap to convincingly crunch my cookies. As that old saying goes, sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me. Excuse me for reducing myself to reciting a schoolyard rant but hey...take it in stride I suppose. If you were looking for a defensive response to your barbs against me then you succeeded in pulling me out from the woodwork. I have nothing against constructive criticism if that's what you want to call it. I am flawed and would be the first one to admit it as such. However, when you unfairly rake me over the coals for something as silly as name calling ("a pathetic hack", "he's not the greatest writer to walk the earth", etc.) then we have issues, pal! As I previously told your complaining comrade-in-arms Homosap, if you feel adamant about my incompetence as a movie reviewer then fine--so be it. I welcome feedback of all sorts--good or bad. But don't expect to fling darts my way without me flinching to fend them off. If I am going to be your spontaneous punching bag then have the decency to be creative in your labored sophomoric quips. With that in mind, have a nice day!” Comments made to Frank based on his “capable reviewing abilities”: Sachy writes: “What’s the beef? Frank’s reviews are great...sure they have their own personal style, but then it’s a big world and everyone is different when it comes to their writing (and would it not be sad if it wasn’t otherwise). If you think you can do better, than take out your own pen and stop griping!” Frank’s response: “Why I appreciate your positive input and support, Sachy! That’s awful nice of you to say. And yes, you’ll receive my check in the mail by Tuesday! (smile) Comments made to Frank about his review on LAST HOLIDAY: Wanda Jones writes: “Unfortunately in America, roles in "Last Holiday" and the like are the offerings for African American actresses and actors as well. However, it is a comedy about one's mortality and doesn't have the need to be insightful or profound. It's a comedy! The movie was great as the "Queen" was able to dress beautifully and show off her "full figure". She was a woman who loved and cared for others, like her little neighbor boy. She had a compassion for those she met in Europe. Although, I think your article raised some awareness as to how meager the pickings are for black actresses, it was harsh on what was a nice light comedy with some serious topics. There was no extreme cussing and swearing. Everyone was not hopping in and out of bed half-dressed in every other scene. Queen Latifah did a great job as Georgia Byrd. Next time, please try to make the article more encouraging and not discourage folk who have not seen the film to cross it off their "to do" list. Frank’s response: “I do appreciate your cinematic sentiments, Wanda. However, you chastising me for not offering more encouragement for this tepid romantic comedy leaves me quite bewildered. Remember, I am not supposed to be a cheerleader when checking out flicks at will...I am a movie reviewer obligated to convey critical (whether positive or negative) feedback. This is what distinctively separates professional movie reviewers from the average moviegoer.” Comments made to Frank about his review on TYLER PERRY’S MADEA’S FAMILY REUNION: Christina Rogers writes: “This more (sic) was the funniest movie ever! It had me laughing for hours! Frank’s response: “I’ll admit that there were a few scenes that had me rolling on the floor, particularly when Madea knocked some loudmouth punk upside the head on the school bus. That did garner a serious chuckle although I have been known to laugh at a car accident here and then. So much for my warped sense of humor, huh?” Comments made to Frank about his review on CRASH: Jackson writes: “Crash tells an interlocking story based upon the diverse lives of the multiple groups that inhabit the city of Los Angeles. The rich the poor, the powerful and the powerless are all intertwined within the film, leading to a series of events unravelling as the movie progresses. The film's harsh outlook on the LAPD leaves the viewer with a sense of helplessness in a harsh reality that is faced by the innocent citizens of Los Angeles. The lives of a select collection on people are precisely defined by the racism of others they are unaware of, the film has a complex structure forcing the viewer to think deeply and remain captivated throughout the film to allow a full realisation of the realities of racism in ever! yday life. What makes crash so gripping, so terrifying in spots, so moving in others and even a little funny at times, is how nothing happens exactly as the viewer is expecting it to; I think this the movie great structure and establishes a strong feeling of engagement for the watcher. Life is an exhilarating and often dangerous ride, and the fact that accidents are bound to yield good and bad things, Anticipation of the bad keeps us watching crash, however, on the other hand so does the good feeling of hope for the characters survival. In truth, Los Angeles is an area on the west coast that sees the pressure of handling racial tension within the police force and the movie broaches two controversial issues, race and gender; these two issues are hot topics not only for the United states, but globally. The idea and inspiration behind the film has relevance to the life of the writer and Director. Paul Haggis, as he was carjacked at gunpoint in LA, which is an important scene in the film. The use of the characters is not so much to tell a story, however, to express an opinion. The film is thrilling and certainly a movie you can watch more than once as the first time watching Crash, everything is not fully grasped and you get a slight feeling of confusion or simply a misunderstanding for certain parts to the film.” Frank’s response: “Jackson, thanks for your lengthy and rambling take on the impressions regarding the Oscar-winning “Crash”. I’m sure that your insights on this film registers with those that have championed this movie from the time it was first released. Anyway, your assessment is certainly appreciated.” Click here to comment on this article. Frank Ochieng © TheWorldJournal.com |
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