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Mr. Bean's Holiday (2007)
Willem Dafoe's scenes alone make this worth it
SPOILER ALERT: I had never seen a Mr. Bean movie till this one and didn't know what to expect. I was surprised I enjoyed it so much. I usually don't care for slapstick or that type of humor, but there was something different (i.e. European) about this, with just the right amount of unexpected bits that it kept me entertained.
Warning: I laughed so hard at Willem Dafoe as the artsy, pompous director I almost wet my pants. I went to an art school and was nodding my head in shame and acknowledgment during the scene where his character previews his film at Cannes. He is freaking hilarious. You might have to be a self-important, profound "film-school" type to truly appreciate this scene but it made the movie for me.
Casualties (1997)
Mark Harmon saved this
After seeing this movie a second time (caught it a few years back on cable) I realize Tom Cruise totally ripped off his characterization of the psycho in "Collateral" from Mark Harmon in this movie. Wayyyy too eerily similar to be a coincidence. Right down to the odd demeanor, hidden rage and creepy buzz-cut hairdo.
The only real complaint I have about this movie was the woman's character. Honestly, she gave a performance worthy of a mediocre Lifetime Channel film, while Mark Harmon actually surprised me with what he brought to this role. His part, although a bit outlandish, was actually believable. To the contrary Ms. Goodall's portrayal of an abused wife and terrified captive was grossly inconsistent. Either she didn't do her homework or she just went on set everyday, cashed her check and didn't give it much effort. The best thing about this movie was the ambiance and style for the second half, which was mostly dominated by Mr. Harmon. I'd like to see him in more after seeing this.