Personally, I was slightly disappointed by Warlords, perhaps because of the expectation I built up based on the names associated with the movie. This has sort of become a trend lately

That picture of Ekin is so funny! Where do you find pictures that match so perfectly? Poor Steven Chow.. Did someone steal his bike?

Yotsuba’s happy face always brings a smile on mine.

My previous blog post on WARLORDS has my opinion on the actors. You can find it here:
http://www.lovehkfilm.com/blog/damnyoukozo/2008/01/14/kozos-mailbag-why-i-didnt-rave-about-the-warlords/

tinyskwa, thanks for the words of support. Truthfully, I will be looking to reduce the amount of words that I employ in my writing. I’ve apparently mastered the art of droning on, so conciseness and brevity are my next goals.

vid, self-deprecation is this blog’s bread-and-butter. I like to think it balances the snark, but I guess too much of anything can be problematic. This is right next to “shorten reviews” as something I’m going to work on.

I also find your blog quite entertaining and if there was one suggestion I’d make, it would be to be less self deprecating. We know you’re busy, no need to constantly apologize for the lack of updates. We know it’s a lot of work and many of us (including me) appreciate the work. I usually come to this site first when I’m thinking of watching a movie and most of the positively reviewed ones that I’ve watched I either enjoy very much or at the very least don’t absolutely hate.

Long time reader, first time comment-leaver. Just wanted to let you know that your site is my prime source for *good* HK/panAsia movie reviews–they’re well-written, entertaining, and always give me a clear idea of the content of the movie itself (rather than just your reaction to it). And feel free not to skimp on the length, as I’d rather read an extra couple of in-depth paragraphs than drop US$15 to import a HK movie that turns out to be mediocre. To sum up, please keep the site going and keep reviewing movies–you are doing a service, and it is good.

-tinyskwa

Hi Marc, it’s true that reviews of bad movies can be more fun to write because they lend themselves to snark, but reviews of movies you like are much more gratifying because you actually have good things to say.

And yes, the site’s reviews are on the long side. It’s a common criticism.

Hi Mike and Meh, actually I take negative comments and criticism seriously and sometimes personally. It’s probably only through lots of thought that I figure out what I should and shouldn’t listen to. You should never let it get you down regardless, but there’s always something to be learned.

Hi 1lau, no plans on a toy blog. I don’t have the space or time, really. And yes, reviews are just opinions and should always be regarded as such - especially when it comes to movies.

Hi achillesgirl, I hesitate to label the first letter in this email as one from a “hater”, though it’s pretty obvious that Better Than You qualifies for that title. The first email simply misread or misunderstood what I wrote - which could be partially my fault. Better Than You, though, is obviously someone with an axe to grind.

I would differ from you on the acting in WARLORDS, in that I would rate Kaneshiro behind either Li or Lau. However, on the whole I was not really impressed. I’m glad Li won a Best Actor award, but to me it’s more of his SCENT OF A WOMAN moment. Lau Ching-Wan and even Aaron Kwok were stronger that year.

Thanks for all the comments!

I happen to agree with you on The Warlords. My take was that the acting (excluding Kaneshiro)was PERFUNCTORY, which was too bad because everything else was in place for a great film. The epic tragedy was simply not able to manifest in the hands of Li and Lau. All due respect to these two old entertainment demi-gods, but they’re not really actors. I’m pretty sure I just sealed my doom by saying this, but most people don’t know where I live.

The reviews I’ve read are generally ok. Some opinions added aren’t always my cup of tea, but those are views right?

The facts presented in the reviews are of a high quality.

Keep up the good work and have a good/safe trip in Italy!

Love the blog man… keep it up