Aug

15

Opening this Weekend…15 August 2008

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August 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

“Star Wars - The Clone Wars” - I have one word…WHY??
“Tropic Thunder” - This film will probably do well in the box office as there are undoubtedly many, many fans of Ben Stiller and Jack Black (although I am neither).  Robert Downey Jr.’s turn as a white actor playing a black actor is intriguing, but […]

Jul

23

Christian Bale is a hunk, Heath Ledger deserves an Oscar nod

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July 23, 2008 | 1 Comment

I saw “The Dark Knight” last night, and wow…..I have to say I loved it!
First of all, I am a huge fan of Christopher Nolan, and his script doesn’t disappoint one bit.  Albeit a bit long (2.5 hours) his characteristic trademark of interspersed humor in a largely dark story was great.
Heath Ledger was fabulous.  If […]

Jul

9

Don’t Sign Here - “Hancock” in Review

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July 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I have to say, I have not been a big fan of Will Smith (particularly during his Fresh Prince era).  Despite my really not wanting to see this film (but being prodded by hubby and daughter); in hindsight, I should have stood my ground.
This film had all the makings of a good time; however, mediocre acting and poor […]

Jun

28

The Incredible Hulk was Quite Incredible

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June 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Saw ‘The Incredible Hulk’ today for my daughter’s 13th birthday (Happy Birthday Chloe!!!) and had to say, I didn’t completely hate it.
Seriously, though, I LOVE Edward Norton and Tim Roth, so despite the comic book adaptation (which I normally detest, save for Christian Bale as Batman), the movie was quite entertaining.  If you are a […]

Jun

25

Go Softly into that Good Night

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June 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Well, hubby and I ventured to the always-noisy local cineplex today to see M. Night Shyamalan’s latest flick “The Happening.”
First, let me say the audience was actually quiet for once, which shocked and awed me.  Secondly, I have to admit I did read a few (ok, well, about 73) reviews of the film, most of […]

Apr

4

Opening This Weekend…April 4, 2008

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April 4, 2008 | 5 Comments

Leatherheads - starring and directed by the overrated George Clooney.  With Rene Zellweger and John Krasinski.  Set in 1925, Clooney plays an aging football player who, with his prodigy, vie for the love of journalist Zellweger in a slapstick-type comedy.  I’m sorry, but I am the biggest football fan around, and football and slapstick don’t belong […]

Mar

24

Tweeney Todd??

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March 24, 2008 | 1 Comment

And now, a review of Sweeney Todd by my tweenager and guest blogger, Mini_Movie_Maven.
I’m sure that most people are aware that Sweeney Todd is based upon a Broadway musical, right?  If you don’t know, then, I really don’t know what to say except, “Shame on you!” (Finger movements added for emphasis!)
So, assuming you do know, […]