Gangs of New York (2002)

I chose a bit older movie tonight from 2002, Gangs of New York.  I hate to call 2002 a bit older by the way, it is amazing how having kids changes your perception of time.  I am running out of "view instant" movies on Netflix, and this one is a new addition to the new release category.  I read the synopsis and found good cast, respected director, and a decent topic.  I thought I would give it a shot.

The A-Team (2010)

So to my surprise a Netflix came early, and it was welcomed after a difficult day at work.  The film was 2010's The A-Team.  Leading a great cast as Colonel Hannibal Smith was Liam Neeson.  His team was compromised of Bradley Cooper, Quinton Jackson and Sharlto Copley.  Jessica Biel and Patrick Wilson also played key roles in the film rounding out a great cast.

Schindler's List

Hitler era movie number three.  Sorry, the first two were before the blog.  The first two were Valkyrie and Downfall, both excellent by the way.

On to the movie, eh? Once again, I am presently surprised by the movies portraying the Hitler era.  I will admit, finding time to watch a 3.5 hour movie can be tricky to do in one chunk, and it is after midnight but it was worth it.  I can not begin to describe the power in this movie, let alone the feelings it created.  I honestly can not believe that a horrendous event such as this was permitted to occur.  How could the rest of the world stand by and watch and do nothing while over 6 million Jews were murdered?  That my friends I have no answer.  What I do have an answer for is that this movie is well worth the very long 3.5 hours that it spans.