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Motives [VHS]

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I was truly surprised at what a good movie "Motives"
turned out to be. To be honest, when I
rented this film, I expected to find yet
another tactless, corny tale of urban extremes.
But what a surprise!

I would recommend "Motives" to anyone. This is
an engaging movie that you actually don't mind
sitting through from start to finish. Of course
there is a bevy of beautiful people and heated
sensuality, but the acting is no disappointment
either.
Moore does great and Fox delivers another
convincing portrayal of a jilted woman
(but this time without going over the
top.....well, not so much).

I believe this is a movie that you
wouldn't mind seeing more than once.
Great suspense and attractive actors
certainly help.

This is a great movie for those searching
for a nice thriller to add to their
movie collection.

THIS IS A MUST SEE MOVIE!

I went to pick a movie at the video store, and I picked up Motives. This movie should have been at the theatres, it was awesome, the characters were believable, and the storyline was magnificent. This movie would have sold out if it were at the theatre. Shemar Moore and Vivica A. Fox, played there roles perfectly. The way the movie ended will be mind boggling. I was so impressed by this movie, that I just ordered this movie to add to my video/dvd library at home. I e-mailed all of my friends, and told them, that they have to rent/order this movie. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED, THAT I CAN GUARANTEE!!!!

I cringed, I cringed, I cringed at the weak and disjointed storyline, the bad acting and the bad costume & make-up (for the women especially). Admittedly, my expectations were high due to recommendations, as well as the fact that Vivica Fox (2 Can Play That Game, Soul Food) Co-Produced the movie.

The story could have been so much better if it wasn't so patchy in key areas i.e. the drama in the "opening scene" - which unfortunately didn't follow through in the main story, and the fact that there was no real depth or background to any of the key characters.

There is a host of talent in this film, which again was unfortunately wasted. Sean Blakemore's "love/Hate" relationship with Shemar Moore - could have been explored in greater detail. The "stars" of the movie Vivica Fox and Golden Brooks came across unconvincingly and reminded me of "Sunset Beach" extra's (i.e. watch the scene when Golden Brooks breaks down in front of Shemar Moore). The worst acting came from "Ren n Stimpy" the detectives (Victoria Rowell and Mel Jackson) who were vital to the plot, but whose roles weren't taken seriously enough. However to end on a positive note, the best acting came from supporting cast member Joe Torry, who helped convince me that this was not a comedy. I would have liked to see more of Keisha Knight Pulliam (Cosby Show).

I acutally liked this movie... I read the comments on most of you in here thinking, damn, this movie must not be that good... I bought it and I was blown away...

There is a powerhouse cast in this movie: Shemar Moore, Vivica A. Fox, Golden Brooks (girlfriends), Joe Torry, Keisha Knight Pullam (Cosby show), and rapper Lil' Zane... This is the first black movie I have seen that I liked and had suspense, drama, and was a thriller... and was not a ghetto flick...

Its about betrayal, cheating, and payback... I like movies like this because people think they can getaway with anything... Movies like this show people that you could do whatever you want but you will get caught soon or later...

If you like suspense, drama, and Mrs. VIVICA... then you will love this movie....

I have found Hidden Treasures = black movies that goes straight to DVD. I ordered about ten of them. Some were corny but Motives was excellent. The director/writer/producer reminds me of the Cruel Intentions series but for black people. This movie is excellent and I recommend it.

I enjoyed this movie more than I had initially anticipated. It's great to see African-Americans some place other than "in the hood." And the plot was very interesting. It does keep you guessing until the end. Although the ending is reminiscent of Trois 2, it was still enjoyable to watch.

However, I must say, that as the credits start rolling a song called "Scream" performed by Raphael Saadiq (Tony Toni Tone) plays. THIS SONG IS THE BOMB!!!!!!! I played it over and over. Too much dismay, there is no soundtrack (which would be awesome) to this movie. That's the biggest disappointment. I hate to say it, but I would buy the DVD just to have that song on hand! Raphael Saadiq is the man!!!!!

I saw only a portion of this movie one morning on my way to work, and couldn't stop thinking of it all day. Needless to say I couldn't find the movie because I didn't know the name until I asked someone about a movie with Shemar Moore, Vivica Fox, then at the time I didn't know the girls name from Girlfriends, the TV show, that's exactly how I said it to him, he automatically said "Motives". I went to walmart that night and found it and purchased it.

I can say this with a smile on my face, I was surpised at the story line, and it kept my attention to the very end. Some things kind of gave you hints that everyone involved was doing something tricky, but I had no idea as to how it would end, I tell you this "Simply Outstanding"

JUST THE OTHER DAY I SAW THIS MOVIE ON BET SO.. I HAD TO GET THIS MOIVE ON DVD SO I COULD SEE THE "REAL" THING CAUSE I DONT WATCH MOVIES ON THE CABLE TV ECT.... AND IM SURE ALOT OF PEOPLE KNOW WHY LOL BUT I WAS BLOWN AWAY!!! IM A BIG SHEMAR MOORE FAN!!HE DIDNT DO TOO BAD PLAYING THIS ROLE! HELL I LOVED THE LOVE SCENES MAN THAT SHEMAR IS SOOO INTIMATE! HE EVEN MADE THAT 3 SOME LOOK SOO GOOD!! I WAS LIKE DAMN!!!! AND IM A WOMAN!! LOL

BUT IN ALL THE STORYLINE WAS GOOD AND LEAVES YOU SHOCKED AT THE END! ITS THE KIND OF MOVIE THAT YOU HAVE TO PAY ATTENTION FROM START TO END!! PLUS IT SHOWS THE CONSEQUENECES ON BETRAYING!! ITS PRETTY DEEP WELL I THINK SO!! LOL

BUT FOR THE SHEMAR FANS! IF YOU DONT HAVE THIS GET IT YOU WONT BE DISAPOINTED!!! IF YOU DONT LIKE THE MOVIE YOULL AT LEAST LOVE SEING HIM!! LOL I MEAN THAT STRICTLY FOR THE SHEMAR MOORE FANS LIKE ME!!LOL

IM SOO HAPPY THAT US BLACKS ARE COMING UP IN THE BUIS AND MAKING OUR OWN MOVIES!! THIS WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY TOP FAV!!

Motives has a lot of problems like a very loose plot and at times unconvincing characters. Luckily the leads ( Shemar Moore and Vivica Fox ) hold it together. Golden Brooks did nothing but bring a string of annoying scenes to a film that would have been much better if it had focused more on the plot instead of style and flash. It's a typical drama urban style. A married man has an affair which leads to dangerous consequences. No more, no less. This has been done thousands of times, way better I might add but still this film is watchable. Don't expect too much because it's a little on the cheap side, but if you like the main characters you'll survive. Intead of naming this film Motives it should have been named Unbelievable. Who in their right mind would cheat on Vivica Fox? And with Golden Brooks...sorry couldn't buy that one bit, no matter how you wrote it.

I was on a bit of a Shemar Moore kick, after seeing his very capable performance in Diary of a Mad Black Woman, and I decided to get this film to see more of his acting. In this film Shemar Moore plays a pretty boy (in fact throughout the film he's often referred to as a "pretty boy") and scoundrel, who has an extramarital affair with dire consequences. Shemar Moore is, as usual, impeccably gorgeous and I must say that his acting in this film was not THAT bad considering what he had to work with. It is however, not a five star performance; but then again Moore is not a 5 star actor. Some of his dialogue is somewhat corny, and I am not sure if this can be attributed to the screenwriting or him-I suspect the latter, because this seems to be a commonality in his performances. Of course, the immensely talented and beautiful Vivica Fox always does a great job; she and Moore have some chemistry, but Vivica outshines him and seemed to be a bit too much woman for him (Shemar Moore) who looked like a boy-toy in their scenes together. Joe Torry and Sean Blakemore give the best performances in the film (they are VERY good). Victoria Rowell is as usual beautiful, but is a bit over the top at times, and Mel Jackson tries his best with the dirth of material he's given. Overall, the film has plenty of beautiful people, and was decent; though not a great film, it was not a bad film either-though I could have done without the graphic sex scenes.