This musical remake of the late-80s original had a much deeper plot than I would of thought. Set in the 1960s when schools, among other things, were segregated by color, it teaches lessons of standing up for whats right and acceptance of others, regardless of how they look or the color of their skin.
Altho the values were deep, the songs were pretty bad... and that's coming from my sis who loves musicals... from what I hear the original was better, even though it was pretty bad.
And John Travolta makes one UGLY woman, however Christopher Walken is entertaining as he always is.
This film also stars American Dreams' Brittany Snow, Michelle Pheiffer, Amanda Bynes, Queen Latifah, James Marsden, Zac Efron and Nikki Blondsky.
Friday, August 10, 2007
Friday, July 27, 2007
I Know Who Killed Me
Really, I do - it was the director who filmed this piece of wannabe artsy crap and the team that came up with the idea. They killed 2 hrs of my life and I want it back.
The twist that's been hyped on tv and online is really easy to figure out, altho the trailer may make you think otherwise. At one point, Parent Trap jokes were being made among us.
The 'killer' and the point of him is retarded. Altho Lohan had no problem playing a crackhead stripper. The 'torture' scenes were mainly just bloodiness.
It tried to be artsy with the colors blue and red, but it was just waaaaaaay too over the top.
It ran on for waaaay too long too - we were yelling at the screen for it to just end.
Yeah, it was that bad.
Skip this one and go see something much more worth your time and money.
The twist that's been hyped on tv and online is really easy to figure out, altho the trailer may make you think otherwise. At one point, Parent Trap jokes were being made among us.
The 'killer' and the point of him is retarded. Altho Lohan had no problem playing a crackhead stripper. The 'torture' scenes were mainly just bloodiness.
It tried to be artsy with the colors blue and red, but it was just waaaaaaay too over the top.
It ran on for waaaay too long too - we were yelling at the screen for it to just end.
Yeah, it was that bad.
Skip this one and go see something much more worth your time and money.
The Simpsons Movie
I thought it would be dumb and it honestly felt like an extended episode, however right from the beginning it was very clever, taking full use of being in theaters.
If ya ever watched the show and liked it at some point in it's 18 yr run, you'll like the movie just well.
If ya ever watched the show and liked it at some point in it's 18 yr run, you'll like the movie just well.
I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry
Kevin James (The King of Queens) is Chuck, a widowed father of 2 and one of Brooklyn's bravest firefighters who recently is struggling to get his pension changed from his dead wife to his kids.
Adam Sandler is Larry, Chuck's best friend on the force and your typical playboy.
After telling Chuck he owes him for saving his life on the job, Larry reluctantly agrees to pose as his 'life partner' in order to help Chuck fool the gov't and make sure his pension is safe. However, once a curious inspector shows up, they get their lawyer, Jessica Biel to help em out.
Some might think this movie portrays gays poorly, others will think it's too tolerant and pro-gay.
Honestly, I didnt really plan on seeing this one, not wanting to sit thru an hour and a half of gay jokes, but it was actually pretty funny and entertaining.
Steve Buscemi, Dan Akroid, and Rachel Dratch have small roles.
Adam Sandler is Larry, Chuck's best friend on the force and your typical playboy.
After telling Chuck he owes him for saving his life on the job, Larry reluctantly agrees to pose as his 'life partner' in order to help Chuck fool the gov't and make sure his pension is safe. However, once a curious inspector shows up, they get their lawyer, Jessica Biel to help em out.
Some might think this movie portrays gays poorly, others will think it's too tolerant and pro-gay.
Honestly, I didnt really plan on seeing this one, not wanting to sit thru an hour and a half of gay jokes, but it was actually pretty funny and entertaining.
Steve Buscemi, Dan Akroid, and Rachel Dratch have small roles.
Monday, July 9, 2007
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
I didnt read the books until after I saw the 4th movie. Having read the books and now seeing this one... I'm a bit disappointed.
They cut a ton of the extra plot lines out, changed around things that happen (one of them being a pretty big deal), and threw in things from the book for the sake of them being in there, but never really explained them. Watching it with several coworkers that hadn't read the books, they liked it for what it was, but admitted that they could tell there had been stuff cut from the story and wished certain things had been explained more...
Go see if ya've seen the others, but if ya read the books, you'll be a bit disappointed...
They cut a ton of the extra plot lines out, changed around things that happen (one of them being a pretty big deal), and threw in things from the book for the sake of them being in there, but never really explained them. Watching it with several coworkers that hadn't read the books, they liked it for what it was, but admitted that they could tell there had been stuff cut from the story and wished certain things had been explained more...
Go see if ya've seen the others, but if ya read the books, you'll be a bit disappointed...
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
Live Free or Die Hard (Die Hard 4)
Before I start, I have not seen any of the previous Die Hard installments. But that's okay because this one can clearly stand on it's own.
Bruce Willis reprises his famed role as NY Detective John McClaine. When he agreed to escort computer hacker Matt Farrell (Justin Long - the 'I'm a Mac' guy) into custody for Homeland Security, he didnt know what he was getting himself into. Finding themselves in the middle of a Firesale it's a race against time to shut the terrorist mastermind down before Armaggedon happens in the US. Oh and did I mention they have his daughter now too?
It was an entertaining action flick with an action plot (i hate action movies that are all action and no plot). it seemed like it dragged on for a lil bit towards the end though but the all the stunts were pretty cool.
Definately more of a guy movie, but if it's his turn to pick, you'll still be entertained.
Bruce Willis reprises his famed role as NY Detective John McClaine. When he agreed to escort computer hacker Matt Farrell (Justin Long - the 'I'm a Mac' guy) into custody for Homeland Security, he didnt know what he was getting himself into. Finding themselves in the middle of a Firesale it's a race against time to shut the terrorist mastermind down before Armaggedon happens in the US. Oh and did I mention they have his daughter now too?
It was an entertaining action flick with an action plot (i hate action movies that are all action and no plot). it seemed like it dragged on for a lil bit towards the end though but the all the stunts were pretty cool.
Definately more of a guy movie, but if it's his turn to pick, you'll still be entertained.
Transformers
In a summer of big blockbuster sequels, this will probably be *the* summer blockbuster for the year. Seriously, who wouldn't wanna see cool cars transform into giant robots and fight each other over mankind?
Although the storyline wasn't much and was fairly simple, the special effects were awesome! It's your typical Michael Bay film - the romantic storyline, the kid that leads people to safety, explosions and things blowing up... but it's all very entertaining!
I'd say it's a pretty solid film for the whole family... well maybe not mom, but for the kids, young and old and young at heart. Especially if ya grew up with Optimus Prime and Megatron back in the 80s. Also, the pop culture references of today are quite amusing, ie: references to Ebay, the internet, xm radio, etc... you also see plenty of the sponsors' logos too. The new Chevy Camero and the Pontiac Solstice are pretty sweet looking too!
Be sure not to miss this one this 4th of July weekend!
Although the storyline wasn't much and was fairly simple, the special effects were awesome! It's your typical Michael Bay film - the romantic storyline, the kid that leads people to safety, explosions and things blowing up... but it's all very entertaining!
I'd say it's a pretty solid film for the whole family... well maybe not mom, but for the kids, young and old and young at heart. Especially if ya grew up with Optimus Prime and Megatron back in the 80s. Also, the pop culture references of today are quite amusing, ie: references to Ebay, the internet, xm radio, etc... you also see plenty of the sponsors' logos too. The new Chevy Camero and the Pontiac Solstice are pretty sweet looking too!
Be sure not to miss this one this 4th of July weekend!
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer
I never saw the first one, it looked too bad just from the brief clips i had seen. I had the same impression about this one as well and I was right!
On the verge of the wedding of Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman) and Reed Richards (aka Mr Fantastic, who, imo, aint very good looking), a strange energy is creating massive craters in the earth and the Fantastic 4 are recruited by the US gov't to help out. Creating new alliances and dealing with villians old and new, our heros learn what's really important.
It had it's humorous moments, but was filled with over the top cheesiness.
Guys will like watching Jessica Alba despite her awful dye job, girls will like watching the hotness that is Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch), comic book geeks will be pissed about the portrayal of Galactus, and unfortunately Michael Chiklis gets the shaft.
On the verge of the wedding of Sue Storm (aka the Invisible Woman) and Reed Richards (aka Mr Fantastic, who, imo, aint very good looking), a strange energy is creating massive craters in the earth and the Fantastic 4 are recruited by the US gov't to help out. Creating new alliances and dealing with villians old and new, our heros learn what's really important.
It had it's humorous moments, but was filled with over the top cheesiness.
Guys will like watching Jessica Alba despite her awful dye job, girls will like watching the hotness that is Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch), comic book geeks will be pissed about the portrayal of Galactus, and unfortunately Michael Chiklis gets the shaft.
1408
Usually, the majority of Stephen King movie horror adaptions have been horrible - just look 'dreamcatcher' or 'secret window' for example - while others such as The Shining, The Stand, and 1408 are genuinely creepy.
In 1408, John Cusack, who hasnt aged in like the past 20 years, is a paranormal writer who documents his experiences in so-called' haunted houses across the country. Not believing in any of the paranormal when he gets a postcard telling him not to stay in 1408 at the Dolphin Hotel he of course jumps at the change to stay im the room that has claimed 56 lives since the hotel opened. The entire rest of the film is mainly John Cusack acting as we see the psychological pressure this "evil fucking room" puts on him.
It was very clever and genuinely creepy. If you're looking for a good suspenseful psychological thriller, then this is one not to be missed!
Samuel L. Jackson briefly co-stars as the hotel manager, altho he's more of a minor role than the commercials make it out to be.
In 1408, John Cusack, who hasnt aged in like the past 20 years, is a paranormal writer who documents his experiences in so-called' haunted houses across the country. Not believing in any of the paranormal when he gets a postcard telling him not to stay in 1408 at the Dolphin Hotel he of course jumps at the change to stay im the room that has claimed 56 lives since the hotel opened. The entire rest of the film is mainly John Cusack acting as we see the psychological pressure this "evil fucking room" puts on him.
It was very clever and genuinely creepy. If you're looking for a good suspenseful psychological thriller, then this is one not to be missed!
Samuel L. Jackson briefly co-stars as the hotel manager, altho he's more of a minor role than the commercials make it out to be.
Friday, June 15, 2007
Ratatouille
very very cute! disney and pixar have done it again!
the characters are very 3 dimension too and not just static like most animated films have been lately. sadly though, with all the blockbusters coming out this summer, it's likely to get swallowed up.
but it's a really good movie for the whole family - i highly recommend going to this one.
the characters are very 3 dimension too and not just static like most animated films have been lately. sadly though, with all the blockbusters coming out this summer, it's likely to get swallowed up.
but it's a really good movie for the whole family - i highly recommend going to this one.
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