Casablanca

Thankfully this doesn't star Bennifer

Author's Rating:

Pros: Everything!

Cons: That would be a no!

Bottom Line:
If imitation is indeed the greatest form of flattery, then this particular film has a received more flattery than any other film in history. Read More

Was that cannon fire, or is it my heart pounding?

Author's Rating:

Pros: Only the most important things: story and acting.

Cons: The hype might keep you away from it as long as it did me.

Bottom Line:
If someone loved you, so that your happiness was the only thing she wanted, but she did a bad thing to make certain of it, could you forgive her? Read More

Casablanca: The Best Movie Ever Made

Author's Rating:

Pros: It has nearly everything most people want in a movie.

Cons: It hurts a little, but it's a good hurt.

Bottom Line:
If you want to see a movie at the top of the spectrum of films, here it is. Read More

"Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world...."

Author's Rating:

Pros: Everything.

Cons: Nothing...not even that costuming gaffe.

Bottom Line:
The Epinions ratings on Action/Special Effects/Suspense are irrelevant...this movie is more than an action flick; it's a true American classic. Read More

You Will Remember This

Author's Rating:

Pros: Too many to mention here

Cons: If you find one, let me know

Bottom Line:
Casablanca is the best film ever to win the Oscar for Best Picture. The story and messages are just as topical as ever. Read More

Here's Looking at You, Bogie

Author's Rating:

Pros: As close to perfect as Hollywood gets, everything came together like a dream on this movie: direction, writing, music, cinematography and--of course--a first-rate cast

Cons: One or two lines of sappy dialogue--but ONLY one or two!

Among The Best Films Ever Made

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Pros: great lines, tight direction, great performances, compelling story

Cons: melodrama, one flashback too many

Bottom Line:
This is a must-see film. Read More

Casablanca (1942)

Author's Rating:

Pros: An absolute gem!

Cons: None

Bottom Line:
One of the all-time classics, Casablanca deserves a place in your video collection. Read More

We'll Always Have Paris! Or Conakry! Or Wichita!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Considered one of the cinematic greats...

Cons: ...but to 2004 eyes it'll be ever so dated.

Bottom Line:
One of the greats, and unmissable. Read More

As time goes by, we’ll always have Casablanca

Author's Rating:

Pros: This is simply one of Hollywood's greatest achievements. Ever.

Cons: Not much (aside from Lauren Bacall's face in the documentary. YIKES.)

Bottom Line:
This is justifiably considered one of the greatest all time films. Rent it. Own it. Love it. Read More