New In Town

New In Town

Who's in it: Renée Zellweger, Harry Connick Jr., Siobhan Fallon

What's it about: After a long career as a leader in a big business, Lucy(Zellweger) is being sent to Minnesota to begin leading a dying business. She's met by Blanche(Fallon) who helps Lucy to her new home and offers her a warm homecooked dinner. Here she meets Ted(Connick Jr.). Ted is the local union representative. She doesn't find this out until after she's had an outburst of argument with him. She begins to fall for Ted after he saves her from a snow dune out in the middle of nowhere. The widowed Ted begins to fall for Lucy as well, but her knowing that she must fire everyone at the plant she's the head of, leaves him wondering what kind of woman Lucy really is.

What I Think: I was able to watch this at South Carolina Business Week 2009 with over 200 people in the auditorium. Even though the sound was a bit off and, with all of those kids, hard to hear, I got the whole movie. I loved Zellweger's character. She was so funny with Connick Jr. Not to mention how much I love Connick Jr. already! The two were a perfect couple on the big screen. As for the story, it was entertaining. I liked the entirety of it really. It was serious, but completely funny at the same time.

10 Items or Less

10 Items or Less

Who's in it: Morgan Freeman, Paz Vega

What's it about: A man referred to as Him(Freeman) shows up in the small town of Carson. He's studying the people of Archie's Ranch Market in order to play a role in an upcoming movie. He meets one of the store clerks, Scarlet(Vega), who is Hispanic. When a ride never comes for Him, Scarlet offers him one but has to take him to her job interview beforehand. The two become very acquainted and let each other in on every aspect of their lives. Him and Scarlet try to make her life a little bit easier by finishing some quarrels and allowing her to live the life she always wanted.

What I Think: This was quite the good film despite what I was expecting. It's not a very well known movie to the public. Freeman was wonderful, but I love him in everything. Vega did very well as her role of Scarlet. One of my favourite things about this movie was that Morgan Freeman's character didn't have a name. I just figured that he played himself in the movie. One thing that was really awful about the movie was that the time spent was insanely improbable. I don't think that the time was thought through very well at all. It seemed like they were going on for days, but the two were actually only together a few short hours during the movie.

Taken

Taken

Who's in it: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen

What's it about: Bryan(Neeson) is a distant but loving father to his only daughter Kim(Grace). All of her life, he's never missed a birthday, but his job caused him to miss most everything else. After the divorce from his wife Lenore(Janssen), everything has been different. Kim now has a rich stepfather and suprises her with a tour of Europe for her birthday. Bryan allows this but only on the condition of Kim keeping in close touch with her while she's away. When she leaves, Bryan gets a call from her and someone has kidnapped her friend and her. Bryan must now search the area and find his daughter before she is sold into the market as a prostitute.

What I Think: This movie had a whole bunch of action! Like ridiculous things that I would love to learn. The things that Liam Neeson had to perform were just perfect and I loved it! Grace played a very realistic and interesting character. I don't know if Janssen's character was supposed to act a bit uncaring, but I really didn't buy her character. The way that she would say things made me feel like she was part of it the whole movie until the end. The was that Neeson was pretty much the only person that really mattered the whole movie was very interesting. I watched the movie again to make sure that I could understand more concepts.

House Bunny

House Bunny

Who's in it: Anna Faris, Hugh Hefner, Emma Stone, Colin Hanks

What's it about: Shelley(Faris) has been living at the Playboy bunny mansion with Hugh Hefner(Hefner) for a long time. She has always dreamed of being the centerfold of one of the magazines. After she turns 28, she is led to believe that she is kicked out of the mansion. When she moves out of the mansion, she becomes the house mother at Zeta Alpha Zeta sorority. She meets Natalie(Stone) and her friends and decides to teach them how to be traditional college party girls. When Shelley meets Oliver(Hanks) all of her 'tricks' to win a man's heart don't work. She finds herself desperate to learn all that she can to be in love.

What I Think: This movie was really funny. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did, but it was enjoyable. Faris plays these kind of characters really well and I enjoy her in most of her movies. Hanks was great! I thought that he really brought out the character of Oliver and Shelley. Now, the main sorority girl, Natalie was only part of the piece. There were several different girls in Zeta Alpha Zeta, but I only named Stone's character because she played the biggest part. Hefner has got it made baby! Huge mansion, a magazine, attractive women, a clothing line, and now a movie (along with others).

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

Who's in it: Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Peter Cullen, Tony Todd


What's it about: Now that high school is done and over with, Sam Witwicky(LaBeouf) is on his way to college. Mikaela(Fox) is left in their hometown with her recently released father working in a garage. Sam starts to see ancient writings that his grandfather did. Now, Optimus Prime(Cullen) needs Sam to find a long lost relic before The Fallen(Todd) does. By using the clues from various robots and listening to stories older than the human race itself, Sam must now find the powerful object that could save the robot race.


What I Think: The first of the Transformers movies was great. This sequel completely blew the first one out of the water. The graphic and special effects were so freaking amazing! the story was outstanding... There aren't even words to describe how awesome this movie was. Mr. LaBeouf will be forever remembered as Sam Witwicky of Transformers. I loved everything about the movie. The setting was awesome. The detail was perfect. The comic relief was timed perfectly between scenes. Fox was gorgeous as always, but I thought that she played a much better character in this movie than the first one. Loved the settings of the deserts.

Up!

Up!

Who's in it: Edward Asner, Jordan Nagai, Christopher Plummer

What's it about: Carl(Asner) has been very lonesome since his wife died. Everything around him is becoming skyscrapers, but he refuses to allow his plot to go with the flow. When he finally plans to take the house to his wife's dream vacation spot, he blows up thousands of balloons and lets them fly, lifting his house from the ground. Little did he know that a local wilderness explorer, Russell(Nagai) was on his porch when he lifted off. With his new pal, they travel to South America in attempt of dropping the house where it should be. In South America, they run into Carl's childhood hero, Charles Muntz(Plummer), who is now a desperate hunter. They must help hide the endangered bird, while keeping themselves safe.

What I Think: Pixar never ceases to amaze me. I love them to death! The animation was perfect and I didn't see anything wrong with the movie at all. The previews were to make the movie look like a comedy, but it was actually quite dramatic! There was a time or two in where I almost cried. It was a very entertaining and even educational movie. The setting of South America was interesting and I thought that the incorporation of the bird in the movie was unique. The detail was exquisite and I loved the fine details of Carl and Russell.

Because I Said So

Because I Said So

Who's in it: Diane Keaton, Mandy Moore, Gabriel Macht, Tom Scott

What's it about: Daphne Wilder(Keaton) has been alone for a long time. This keeps her completely in the business of her daughter, Milly(Moore). While Milly's getting older, Daphne's becomings more concerned. So concerned that she put a personal ad for her daughter. Daphne meets two men that meet her standards for Milly. Jason(Scott), a well known architect and Johnny(Macht), a jazz singer and single dad. Milly begins to fall for both, but she doesn't know that her Mom set them up with her.

What I Think: I learned very quickly that this is not a movie to watch with your little sister. I've liked Moore in most of her movies, and this one was just another of her great ones. I enjoyed the secretive side of Keaton. The Macht and Scott were perfect. They were both great looking men and they played their roles so well. I was really impressed by Keaton's performance as a completely crazy mother obsessed with her daughters life. I also loved how the movie ended. The setting of movie was pretty entertaining. I loved the interior design of both places.

The Blair Witch Project

The Blair Witch Project

Who's in it: Heather Donahue, Josh Leonard, Michael Williams

What's it about: Three film student friends, Heather(Donahue), Josh(Leonard), and Mike(Williams), head into the woods around Burkittsville, Maryland. This is where legend has it that the Blair Witch lives. The trio go in making a documentary, but little did they know it would be of their last days. They lose the map and start to make circles in the woods. When Josh goes missing, Heather and Mike try their best to keep their sanity. Everything is on film and they are determined to find the Blair Witch and discover what else is behind the legend.

What I Think: This was a pretty scary movie. I had to double check online and make sure that it wasn't real. In a way I kind of wanted it to be real so I wouldn't feel as if I wasted my time watching the movie, but wanted it to be fake because that would be frightening. I enjoyed that the actors were acting out of instinct. They didn't really have to act but portray certain emotions and I thought that they did extremely well! The setting was a great place to be for the movie. I didn't like that alot of the movie was black, but I did like the different angles and the movement of the camera.

A Far Off Place

A Far Off Place

Who's in it: Reese Witherspoon, Ethan Randall, Sarel Bok

What's it about: Nonnie(Witherspoon) has lived in Africa her whole life. Her family tries to save elephants and stop poachers. When some tourists come to stay at her house, she meets Harry(Randall), a snobby city boy. When a band of poachers attack Nonnie's house while she's roaming the night, she is left with no family and nobody except Harry and her best friend Xhabbo(Bok). Together they are forced to cross the Kalahari desert to the closest town, which is 2000 kilometers away. They spend 2 long months living off of the talents of Xhabbo and the faith of their souls.

What I Think: I watched this movie with my family while we were visiting more family in Ohio. I saw Witherspoon and was blown away! She was so young, but she still has the same mannerisms that she has today! I liked Randall and thought that he was really funny. Bok had a funny way of talking but I thought he was really cool. The story was kind of weird, but it was alright. I wish I could get tan like that without spending time in the desert! The setting was very... sandy.

Star Trek

Star Trek

Who's in it: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Leonard Nimoy, Eric Bana

What's it about: After his father died as commander of the U.S.S Enterprise, James Kirk(Pine) has never even planned to be part of the Starfleet. He joins anyways and shoots to become a captain after only three years. He beats a simulation created by Spock(Quinto) and is put under suspension. After there is a distress call out in space, Kirk is snuck onto a ship. It turns out that Spock's home planet, Vulcan, is under attack by Nero(Bana). Spock is left as captain and Kirk as first officer. Kirk disobeys orders from Spock and is therefore left on a frozen planet. Here he meets Spock Prime(Nimoy). Kirk gets back onto the U.S.S. Enterprise and become captain. Then it's his turn to try and defeat Nero and his ship.

What I Think: I thought that it was great that they incorporated Nimoy into the movie. I bet that he loved being in it! Pine did an amazing Captain Kirk! I also thought that Quinto did awesome as Spock. He even looked almost exactly like the original! This is seriously one of the best movies I've seen all year! I was told my John at Blockbuster to see this movie and I think I might actually go and see it again before it gets out of theatres!!! The effects were the bomb!!! I really am anticipating a sequel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

Jumper

Jumper

Who's in it: Hayden Christensen, Jamie Bell, Rachel Bilson, Samuel L. Jackson

What's it about: David(Christensen) learned that he could teleport when he was a teenager. When he became aware of this power, he ran away from home and didn't look back. Until now. He learns that he's not the only one with this power when he meets Griffin(Bell). Now a man named Roland(Jackson) is after them and wants them dead. David is forced to go back to his hometown to save the ones that he loves. Especially Millie(Bilson), who was his teenage love.

What I Think: I thought that this movie was pretty good. I love everything about the story. The acting was great and setting was great. The first time that I saw this movie I wasn't completely impressed with the special effects, but now I'm liking them more. I hope that there is another movie following this one sometime soon. Christensen and Bilson made a great couple I thought. Also, Diane Lane was in there and I loved that. She's been appearing in alot of movies lately and I'm glad. I really like her.

Get Smart

Get Smart

Who's in it: Steve Carell, Anne Hathaway


What's it about: Max(Carell) and Agent 99(Hathaway) are teamed together in order to stop a plot to blow up the president. The Russians are supposedly building nuclear weapons and Max and Agent 99 need to find where they are building the weapons. At first they aren't friendly with each other, but they find that they might actually love each other. When Max is believed to be on the Russians side, he and Agent 99 are separated. Even though everyone is surprised when the real truth comes out, Max and Agent 99 are put up against their toughest fight yet.


What I Think: Carell was hilarious and Hathaway was sexy and funny. The scene at the party was awesome! The story was a bit lacking for me but all of the funny things made up for it. The acting was pretty good. I liked the action scenes. Carell is just crazy and everyone loves him! Hathaway has come a long way from being in Princess Diaries. I think that she should be in stuff like this more often. She's much older now and she needs to be in more adult humour movies. Loved how this was based on the original series!

S. Darko

S. Darko

Who's in it: Daveigh Chase, Briana Evigan, James Lafferty, Ed Westwick

What's it about: After Donnie's death, his family was completely devastated. His youngest sister, Sam(Chase), and her best friend, Corey(Evigan) have decided to make their way to California and work for Corey's father. They break down in the middle of nowhere and are picked up by Randy(Westwick). They two girls decide to stay in his town until their car is fixed. When the town loony, Iraq Jack(Lafferty), starts claiming the world will end in a few days, strange things begin happening. 'The Philosophy of Time Travel' leads Sam into the world of Donnie and she wants to make everything right.

What I Think: This sequel didn't even slightly compare to Donnie Darko. Sometimes I wish that sequels would be as good or better than their predecessors. I thought that Chase didn't do a good job as the sister of Donnie. I think that Gyllenhaal was the best. Corey would've been better as the sibling. I thought that the effects weren't that good either. I thought that Lafferty was the best character and actor in the movie. He was the reason the movie was the way that it was. I only wish that it would've been better.

Little Nicky

Little Nicky

Who's in it: Adam Sandler, Harvey Keitel, Rhys Ifans, Tommy Lister, Robert Smigel, Patricia Arquette

What's it about: Nicky(Sandler) is one of the three sons of Satan(Keitel). After his father announces that he will be ruler of Hell for another 10,000 years, his brothers, Adrian(Ifans) and Cassius(Lister), go the Earth to make their own Hell. This causes their father to begin deteriorating. It's up to Nicky to go to Earth and bring his brothers back and save his father's life. He is helped by a dog named Beefy(Smigel). While on Earth, Nicky meets Valerie(Arquette) and falls in love with her. Together with Beefy, Valerie, and a few other friends he makes, Nicky is going to get his brothers back to Hell and save his father.

What I Think: Again with Adam Sandler and I love it! The story was pretty good. Since I'm Catholic, I thought it was going to be blasphemous. It was very blasphemous but I wasn't offended in any way. I loved that Ifans and Lister being completely opposite of of Nicky and how they didn't even remotely look alike. That made it even funnier. The way that Sandler's voice and face was looked ike it would be hard to stay that way and I thought that was some true talent. Keitel as Satan was hilarious! They made it so that you kind of sympathized with Satan and his family and I kind of thought that was cool.

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen

Who's in it: Sean Connery, Naseedruddin Shah, Peta Wilson, Tony Curran, Stuart Townsend, Shane West, Jason Flemyng, Richard Roxburgh

What's it about: After being recruited by M(Roxburgh), a group of six men and one woman are sent to find the Phantom who's been terrorizing Europe. Allan Quatermain(Connery) is a hunter, Captain Nemo(Shah) is a transportational genius, Skinner(Curran) is an invisible man, Dorian Gray(Townsend) is invinsible, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde(Flemyng) is a monstrous genius, Tom Sawyer(West) is an American spy with a hunters eye, and Mina(Wilson) is a vampiric scientist. Together they have to do everything in their power to stop him before the Phantom markets off his evil machinery.

What I Think: This is pretty much the first movie I can remember seeing Connery in. Everyone is always talking about him but I never know who he is. I really liked Townsend! His character was so confident and he was just really good looking. The story was really entertaining. I loved pretty much everything about it. The twists were perfectly placed. The personalities of each character were so specifically supposed to make you come to conclusions about the movie and then prove you wrong. One thing that I didn't like about this was that the movie title didn't mention Mina. It says specifically "Gentlemen". Without Mina they wouldn't have been able to defeat the bad guys at all if you think about it. The female needs recognition too. Men can't always do it by themselves.

Kabluey

Kabluey

Who's in it: Lisa Kudrow, Scott Prendergast

What's it about: Jobs come and go for Salman(Prendergast). He gets a call to come to Leslie's(Kudrow), his sister-in-law, house in order to help her with her two sons while her husband is at war in Iraq. The two boys are a huge handful and one threatens to kill Salman, and is serious. Salman gets a job working at BluNeXion, an Internet website. His job is to stand on the side of an old road and give out flyers. The costume he is required to wear gets him a job at a children's party. Here he connects with his nephews as another person. When, Salman learns that Leslie is cheating on his brother, he is determined to prove that his brother is the one for her

What I Think: I found this movie just browsing the shelves. I had never heard of it before, but when I walked by, the case just jumped into my arms. I wasn't sure why, but I was immediately drawn to the movie. I had one of the strongest connections with Prendergast and his character. I felt like I truely knew him in real life. The story was really good and the music that was associated with the movie was perfect. Kudrow was in a different element I thought and I was impressed with her talent and flexibility. Prendergast wrote, directed, and starred in the movie and I found that truely impressive. He did an amazing job and I hope to see him in more movies. The cover art was very intelligent. It might not look like much, but the colour scheme and using complimentary colours is was really jumped out at me.

Valkyrie

Valkyrie

Who's in it: Tom Cruise, David Bamber

What's it about: The war against the Allied forces is starting to take a toll on Germany. Colonel Stauffenberg(Cruise) lose his right hand, two finger on his left hand, and his left eye. Battered and bruised, he joins a band of men who are plotting against the life of Adolf Hitler(Bamber). Stauffenberg has changed Operation Valkyrie to help the group take over Berlin and get rid of the SS army. A bomb is set off in the presence of Hitler in an attempt to kill him. With everyone thinking the dictator had been blown to bits, Operation Valkyrie is put into effect. However, Hitler is very much alive and the plan starts to go south after this is revealed and proven true.

What I Think: I love movies about WW2, the Holocaust, or Hitler. I know that might sound weird, but it amazes me how quickly a population can follow such a wicked man and believe his every word. Cruise did a wonderful job as the confindent Stauffenberg. I think that they could've found someone who looked more like Hitler but Bamber did an amazing performance with the personality of Hitler. The action in the story was really great. I was just watching with amazement. The plan that Stauffenberg had and the way that all of it fell into place was just great. Loved the action filled scenes.

Paul Blart: Mall Cop

Paul Blart: Mall Cop

Who's in it: Kevin James, Keir O'Donnell, Jayma Mays

What's it about: Hypoglycemia has always kept Paul Blart(James) from being in the police force. Until he can get over his illness, he works as a Mall Security Cop. He is chosen to train the new recruit to the security team, Veck(O'Donnell). Paul meets a new young woman, Amy(Mays), in the mall who sells hair extensions. After Veck puts his plan to take over the mall into play, it's up to Paul to save Amy and the other hostages. With the police and the SWAT team ready for action on the outside, Paul takes action on the inside against Veck and his thugs.

What I Think: This movie was absolutely hilarious. James just has everything that you need to be funny. His look, his voice, his personality, all is just hilarious! O'Donnell worked well with all of the other people involved and I loved his full confidence in his character. The stunts that were done during the movie were great. The mall setting really worked with the story. All of the stunts and characters just belonged there. I thought that the story lacked a little bit in connecting with James, but I think all in all it was a good movie.

Walk the Line

Walk the Line

Who's in it: Joaquin Phoenix, Reese Witherspoon

What's it about: Johnny Cash(Phoenix) started his love for music as a child. During his lifetime, he climbed through many obstacles and came out of top of the muscial charts. On his tours around the United States, his favourite childhood singer, June(Witherspoon), sang along with him. Even though he had a family back home, he feel in love with June. She didn't like him like that though. His desperate attempts to make her fall in love with him went on for the majority of his music career. He wrote songs that related to the way he felt and what he did. They were his way of communiating his love towards her.

What I Think: I don't believe in cheating or being unfaithful. Usually, I hate movies that have that in it. However, I really enjoyed this movie. I liked learning about the life of Johnny Cash. I have lost a small bit of respect for him though. Witherspoon did a great job. I thought that she portrayed June very well. Her clothes were very cute I thought. I loved her voice as well as Phoenix's voice. I loved him playing Johnny Cash. The music was great! The vintage clothing and setting were superb for this story.

Eagle Eye

Eagle Eye

Who's in it: Shia LaBeouf, Michelle Monaghan

What's it about: The death of Jerry's(LaBeouf) brother gets him into big trouble with the government. A phone call with a woman's voice leads him on a journey with Rachel(Monaghan). Her son is in danger and she will do just about anything to make sure he is safe. On their race against time, Rachel and Jerry go through many life threatening situations. When the two find out who's behind the calls and events they are in a rush to stop everything that's in the mastermind's plan.

What I Think: Shia LaBeouf has been in so much lately. I'm glad he has. I really liked Monaghan in this movie. She's been a good many things lately as well. I found it kind of weird that the two had a small romantic connection, but it was cool. I really enjoyed the story. Twists kept coming and I kept becoming more enthralled with the movie. I was impressed with the obvious thought and time that went into making this movie. The action and the explosions were great. I'm not always so interested with movies, but this one kept me on the edge of my seat.

21

21

Who's in it: Jim Sturgess, Kevin Spacey, Kate Bosworth

What's it about: Trying to jumble paying off college with the rest of his life, Ben(Sturgess) gets pulled into a a school Blackjack club. The lead teacher of this secret club is Mickey(Spacey). He has been playing Blackjack since he was a teenager. The trick behind their great playing is a great mathmatical mind. They count points and weigh the odds of winning. Ben says that he will stop playing once he has enough money to pay for Stanford. His love for Jill Taylor(Bosworth) keeps him on the team though. When Ben gets in deep with some casino security guards, he has to decide if it's truely worth the gambling.

What I Think: I love Jim Sturgess. I actually went out and about Across the Universe today so I could have it. This movie was great. Sturgess has the face and voice for this character. I think that he had the British accent out very well. Bosworth did great in the movie. I loved all of her outfits. She had a very serious, yet fun side of her. Spacey was great. The story was awesome. It had me wanting to go to Vegas baby! I loved everything about this movie. Perfect actors for perfect roles in a perfect story!

Yes Man

Yes Man

Who's in it: Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschanel

What's it about: Carl(Carrey) has always said "No" to everything. He lost his wife and his life due to his most famous word. After attending a seminar about saying "Yes" to everything, his life begins to turn around. Even some of the bad things lead to great things. He meets an extraordinary woman named Allison(Deschanel). She doesn't know anything about his "Yes" cult. When she does find out she is forced to analyze her relationship with Carl. Carl has to find himself and what figure out the rest of his life.

What I Think: Carrey is a hoot! Deschanel helps to bring out the character. I thought it was kind of weird that Carrey, a much older man, was with Deschanel, a much younger woman. That was the only flaw I really found with the movie. The story was pretty funny and I liked the different twists that it took to get to the end. I kept expecting Carrey to say his line, "It's good. It's goooooood!!!". I guess that I really associate him with that phrase. As for the setting, I loved it! Anyways, great movie, great performance, great everything!

Sleepy Hollow

Sleepy Hollow

Who's in it: Johnny Depp, Christina Ricci, Miranda Richardson, Chirstopher Walken

What's it about: In an attempt to promote scientific research in order to prosecute, Ichabod Crane(Depp) goes to Sleepy Hollow, a quiet farming village, to solve the murders of people who have been beheaded. He arrives and is taken care of by the Van Tassels. He falls in love with the beautiful Katrina(Ricci), but she destroys his evidence when it leads to her father. Ichabod learns of the Headless Horseman(Walken). The Horseman slings his blade to severe his victims heads and then takes them because he cannot find his own. After Katrina's father sees the Horseman coming towards her step-mother(Richardson), everything starts to come together.

What I Think: I love Tim Burton!!! I have watched this movie several times, but I think that I really paid attention this time. Depp played a character that he usually doesn't play. He usually plays a strong minded man or someone you would want to talk to or be with. Here he played a sickly and weak man who fainted many a time. He did fantastic though! Ricci did wonderful. She played a beautiful young woman. When I saw Richardson though, I could only think of her in Phantom of the Opera and Harry Potter. I saw Michael Gambon in there too. He plays Dumbledore.

2Fast2Furious

2Fast2Furious

Who's in it: Paul Walker, Tyrese, Eva Mendes, Cole Hauser

What's it about: Brian(Walker) is back. After being caught on the run, he's dragged into another police investagation. Word on the street is that Carter Verone(Hauser) is selling drugs and about to leave the country for good with all of his money. He races to get a job for Verone with his old friend Roman(Tyrese). With Monica(Mendes) on their side, the duo only have to find the evidence. Verone refuses to go down that easily though. It's up to Brian, Roman, and their street racing friends to put Verone behind bars.

What I Think: I don't think that this was better than the first Fast and Furious. I definitely miss Vin Diesel. I think that him being in the first one really made the movie what it was. Ludacris, who was also in this movie, was great. I think he has alot of talent! Walker was alot more leanient this time and I thought it allowed for him to be more of his character. Tyrese was hilarious! Mendes was alright. There weren't many scenes with her and I guess that really messed with me. The cars were awesome. I also loved the effects that they did. Walker really has the mind of a street racer!

Chocolat

Chocolat

Who's in it: Juliette Binoche, Victoire Thivisol, Alfred Molina, Johnny Depp

What's it about: Vianne(Binoche) and her daughter, Anouk(Thivisol), move to a small French town one evening. They begin to open their regular Chocolatarie. It just so happens that they are openning their shop right before Lent. The overly religious town is not ready for any change, but Vianne is bringing it. The mayor, Comte Reynaud(Molina), is trying his hardest to get Ms. Vianne to go away. When some river rats end up on the towns shore, the town shuns them. Vianne and Anouk make friends with one named Roux(Depp). She's determined to make her change in the town and bring a happiness that was void before.

What I Think: I thought that this movie was really great. I enjoyed it alot. The story was well thought out and superbly played by Binoche. I loved everything that happened and the way that it happened. Depp played a very minor character which was surprising seeing as he is usually the heart throb. I still loved him though! Thivisol was great. I think that she played her character well for being so young. The setting was perfect for the story. A gray and gloomy town with a huge church. The Chocolatarie was bright and colourful! It made me crave some chocolate... and I hate chocolate!

Vacancy 2

Vacancy 2

Who's in it: Trevor Wright, Agnes Bruckner, Arjay Smith

What's it about: Caleb(Wright), Jessica(Bruckner), and Tanner(Smith) are all on their way to Caleb and Jessica's new home. Tanner has been Caleb's best friend since they were little and Tanner doesn't like the fact that his best friend is getting married to Jessica. They get tired and decide to stop at a motel in the middle of nowhere. Tanner sneaks into one room while Jessica and Caleb pay for their own. Tanner then figures out that his friend are being taped. The trio need to run for their lives but the killers don't want to get caught.

What I Think: This was not better than the first one. This was supposed to be the first videotaped killing of the Vacancy deaths that were shown in the first movie. I enjoyed the acting a little bit. Bruckner was the best of the three young people. Smith was probably the worst of them. Wright wasn't in the movie too much seeing as he was a minor character so I wasn't able to really see his skills. Most of his scenes were yelling. I liked being able to see how the actual taping got started.

Vacancy

Vacancy

Who's in it: Luke Wilson, Kate Beckinsale

What's it about: On the way home, David(Wilson) and Amy(Beckinsale) take a few back roads to pass traffic. They're marriage is on the rocks and they are fighting. They stop at a garage to get the engine looked at. Their car then breaks down a mile down the road. They walk back to the garage and decide to stay at the motel there. They then find out that the room they are in has had murders filmed in it many times. Now it is their turn to try and avenge the deaths of the people before and themselves.

What I Think: I like Luke Wilson. Some of his best performances are in little known films. He really pulled out the character of David and even Amy. The story was actually really good too! I loved the twists and the smarts and everything about it. However, I didn't like the ending. I won't say what happened but I found it a bit cheesy. As for Beckinsale, I think that she should stick to Underworld. I think that she does so well in that kind of setting and story. This film didn't bring out the true talent that she possesses.

Let's Scare Jessica to Death

Let's Scare Jessica to Death

Who's in it: Zohra Lampert, Barton Heyman, Kevin O'Connor, Mariclare Costello

What's it about: After being released from mental hospital, Jessica(Lampert), her husband, Duncan(Heyman), and her friend, Woody(O'Connor), move into an old spooky house. Jessica had been treated for chrionic fright and seeing things. In the house, there's a young woman who has been camping out there. Her name is Emily(Costello). The men start to fall in love with Emily and they only think that whatever Jessica says is crazy. Jessica is sure that Emily is a vampiric ghost coming after her.

What I Think: This was actually a pretty scary movie. It was released in 1971 and I thought that it was going to be a crappy old movie. Sure the effects sucked and the voiceovers that were put in were crappy, but the story and setting itself was great. I did not like Lampert because she seemed so manly. I thought that she did well though. Not fond of Costello's character but I admire her acting. She did a wonderful job. The men weren't really part of the story except boy toys.

Head Trauma

Head Trauma

Who's in it: Vince Mola, Jamil Mangan

What's it about: George(Mola) has been away from his summer home for years. His grandmother has died and left her house. Of course, she died five years ago. He comes back to take the house before it becomes demolished and tries to fix it up. The neighborhood is against him and does pretty much anything that they can in order to stop him. His nextdoor neighbor has her grandson(Mangan) help him to fix up the house. Together they start to get alot of work done. The basement becomes flooded and George begins to have weird realistic dreams. He believes that Satan is out to get him.

What I Think: Another fairly low-budget film that had the potential to be great. Sometimes I wish that some of these great ideas would be supported by big movie makers. The acting was pretty good from Mola, but Mangan was a little off. the setting was great and camera angles were good. I think that this movie was so full of confusion because the makers wanted it to be great and didn't want the audience to guess the end. Well, in my opinion, I think that you need to have some clues for the ending and then have a couple confusing parts. Then there are several resolutions at hand. All in all, OK movie.

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Who's in it: Adam Sandler, Courteney Cox, Jonathan Heit, Laura Kesling, Keri Russell

What's it about: As a child, Skeeter(Sandler) and his sister, Wendy(Cox), lived in their father's hotel. After is was overtaken, Skeeter was promised to be the head of it someday. 25 years later, he's still only a technician. Wendy is leaving for Arizona for a job interview and needs Skeeter to help watch over her children, Patrick(Heit) and Bobbi(Kesling). He takes the night shift while their teacher, Jill(Russell), takes them during the day. He tells them bedtime stories at night, but realizes that the stories come true somehow during the day. In an attempt to fix his life, he Skeeter tries to work their stories around to helping him.

What I Think: First off, Russell Brand was in this and I love Russell Brand! Anything with Russell Brand in it is worth watching. He's hilarious! Anyways, Sandler is also great in this film. I love the story and way that it works out. Heit and Kesling did pretty well for being children in this movie. Russell was great onscreen with Sandler. I enjoyed the plot and the different parts of the stories they told and the reenactments of the stories. They were all funny and I think that Sandler loved being all sorts of different characters during the movie.

Monster-in-Law

Monster-in-Law

Who's in it: Jennifer Lopez, Michael Vartan, Jane Fonda

What's it about: Some coincidental meetings bring Charlie(Lopez), a local temp, and Kevin(Vartan), a world famous doctor, together in an unbreakable relationship. Kevin's mother, Viola(Fonda), just was released from a mental hospital after being replaced on her talk show by a young woman. Kevin is the only family that she has left and she is determined to kick Charlie out of the picture. A fight breaks out between the two women and Kevin is unaware of the happenings that are occurring. The unbreakable relationship is now in the hands of Viola.

What I Think: This is a classic in-law movie. I loved every moment of it. You don't really understand that it's a comedy until a bit into the movie. I think that the romantic introduction really fools the viewer, but when Fonda comes into the movie, it's grand! Vartan is hardly in the movie except for just to be unknowing and to be Lopez's fiancee. I think that Lopez and Fonda made a great fighting family and the "pranks" they played on each other were great. My boyfriend and I were enjoying the continuous humour!

Failure to Launch

Failure to Launch

Who's in it: Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew McConaughey

What's it about: Tripp(McConaughey) has been living at home for the majority of his life. He's now well into adulthood and his parents want him out. When they meet up with Paula(Parker), a young woman who specializes on luring young men to move from their homes, they hire her to work her magic on their son. Paula begins to fall for Tripp, but things get ugly when Tripp finds out the truth. In a frantic attempt to save the relationship that they had, their friends combine forces to keep the two together.

What I Think: I first saw this in theatres a few years ago and I loved it. I like the story behind it and how the plot unfolds. The two don't make as good a connection as McConaughey and Hudson. I think that fact set me off the movie a little bit. I do like Parker's innocent kind of personality. This was not my favourite movie of hers. I've seen her do better and I was disappointed in this movie. As I said, great plot, but lacking in the acting department.

Hotel for Dogs

Hotel for Dogs

Who's in it: Emma Roberts, Jake Austin, Don Cheadle

What's it about: After going through several foster homes, Andi(Roberts) and Bruce(Austin) have found their new home almost worst than the rest. The 16 and 14 year old haven't been able to stay in one home too long. When they begin to rescue strays from the street and house them in an abandoned hotel, the police start to get on their tail. Their social services officer, Bernie(Cheadle), finds them another home but that is 3 hours away. The duo want to stay close to their canine friends. It's up to them to make sure the dogs aren't put to sleep at the pound.

What I Think: I know that some of you might be thinking that this is such a childish movie, but it was really good. I believe that movies that star animals are full of true talent. The acting wasn't great, but I must give Roberts props! I liked her clothes most of the time. As for the dogs, they were great. So much time and treats went into training these pups! It was surprising how much they could learn and be able to do them. There was one part of the movie where I could see a string tied to a prop and a dog and I thought it was hilarious. Sometimes they need a bit of help!

The Reader

The Reader

Who's in it: David Kross, Kate Winslet, Ralph Fiennes

What's it about: As a boy, Michael Berg(Kross) met Hanna Schmitz(Winslet) and they had a love affair together. He would read to her what he was studying in school. One day, when Michael went to her house, Hanna was gone. As it does, life moved on, but he never forgot about his romance with Hanna. During his years in law school, he went to a trial where 6 female guards from Auschwitz. Sure enough Hanna was in there. Every memory of her is brought back in the few days of the trial. Michael knows the truth behind Hanna but the court doesn't see it. Years later, Michael(Fiennes) sstill thinks of Hanna but doesn't know if she thinks of him.

What I Think: This was originally a novel by Bernhard Schlink. This was possibly the best movie I've seen all year! Winslet is one of my favourite actresses and she did not cease to amaze me. At first the story kind of disgusted me, but then I took a liking to it. The innocence of Kross' character was so wodnerful. I loved Kross by the way! He did such an amazing job at acting like a child and then like a young man. The transition was wonderful. He still had his innocent look, but his emotions and the way only the audience knew he was feeling was so mature. The ending was surprising to me, but I guess that it had to be done.

The Uninvited

The Uninvited

Who's in it: Emily Browning, Arielle Kebbel, Elizabeth Banks, Maya Massar, David Strathairn

What's it about: After Anna's(Browning) mother(Massar) died in a fiery explosion that she can't remember, she went to a mental hosptial. After only 10 months, she's returning home to her father(Strathairn) and his new girlfriend, Rachel(Banks). Anna and her sister, Alex(Kebbel), are starting to believe that it was actually Rachel who killed their mother. Anna starts to see her dead mother and beleives that the ghostly matron is trying to help solve her murder. Anna is getting closer and closer to the answer, but could her allegations be wrong?

What I Think: Browning was superb in this movie. I'm beginning to see Banks in so many more movies and am starting to like her more and more. I really liked Kebbel and she sort of reminded me of Mandy Moore. Their looks and facial expressions were very alike. As for the storyline, very well thought out. Every last detail was planned perfectly. More movies like this need to be made. I was amazed at the precision of detail and the completely rounded characters of Anna and Alex. Great plot in the story too. There were actually parts of the movie that made me scream and, seeing as I had headphones on, my siblings would jump each time.

Last Chance Harvey

Last Chance Harvey

Who's in it: Dustin Hoffman, Emma Thompson

What's it about: A long life of loneliness has followed Harvey(Hoffman) after his divorce. His lost family found a new father and he has been, in his mind, replaced. After losing most of any touch with his family, his daughter is getting married. He is invited to the wedding but finds out that he will not be the father giving his daughter away. On top of all of this, Harvey has one more chance at his commercial music job. He finds a wonderful woman, Kate(Thompson), who helps him to find himself. When love settles in, Harvey realizes that this is truely his last chance at life.

What I Think: Hoffman and Thompson are the perfect duo! The connection between the two was genuine and magical. Their years of acting experience showed so much in this movie. I thought the movie was going to be one way because of the previews, but it was completely different than I had imagined. The British setting was gorgeous and I think that the crew had perfect shots at perfect angles the entire movie. The story wasn't too realistic, but it made me think of how romantic it would be to have a relationship like that. Everything was great!

X-Men Origins: Wolverine

X-Men Origins: Wolverine

Who's in it: Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Danny Huston, Ryan Renolds

What's it about: As children, Logan(Jackman) and Victor(Schreiber) found out that they had powers that normal human beings didn't have. Logan had bone claws and Victor had animal like finger nails, teeth, and other instintive abilities. They joined the army and fought in many wars because of their near indestructability. They are round up by William Stryker(Huston). They, along with other mutants, are chosen to obey Stryker and his demands. When things go too far, Logan quits. After his new life is ruined, Stryker gives him adamantium claws. He is then put up against his biggest match yet... Deadpool(Renolds).

What I Think: I was looking so forward to this movie, but was slightly disappointed for several reasons. The claws looked completely fake during certain points in the movie. I was very sad and nearly cried when I saw the fakeness. I also wasn't happy that it was longer! There is so much behind the character of Wolverine that it should've been a friggin' Harry Potter movie! Anyways, I loved the acting and the action scenes. I loved Ryan Renolds in this! Not only was he hilarious, he was awesome! I was very entertained towards the end when Logan ran from Stryker's island. He was naked and it was funny!

Heights

Heights

Who's in it: Elizabeth Banks, James Marsden, Glenn Close, Jesse Bradford

What's it about: Isabel(Banks) and Jonathan(Marsden) are getting married in a few weeks. Isabel's mother, Diana(Close), is one of the top directors and actresses for Shakespearian plays in New York. Alec(Bradford) auditions for one of Diana's plays. With all of the drama with Diana's unfaithful husband, she finds a liking in Alec. Diana finds out a dark secret about Jonathan's past, and when Isabel finds out, things aren't looking good. The unknown connection between these four people will forever change their lives.

What I Think: This is one of the best performances I think I've ever seen from Marsden. I have fallen head over heels for Bradford. He's an amazing actor and just drop dead gorgeous. Close and Banks connected well for their written relationship. I loved the storyline. Every twist had me more and more enthralled. There was brief nudity here and there, but none was female, which sort of made me feel good. Not because I am a woman, but because there's hardly any movies nowadays with only a few shots of male nudity and no female nudity. Loved the story! Loved the performances! Loved the end!!!!!!

Garden State

Garden State

Who's in it: Zach Braff, Natalie Portman, Peter Sarsgaard

What's it about: Andrew Largeman(Braff) has been away from his house for over 9 years. The death of his paraplegic mother leads him back home. When he reunites with his friend Mark(Sarsgaard), things seem to be a little calmer. Andrew is severly medicated by his father who is a local psychiatrist, but Andrew goes to the hospital and requests a new psychiatrist. While he's off of his old mediations, he meets Sam(Portman) who is an epileptic compulsive liar. They go on a journey with Mark to get Andrew a wonderful present. Andrew gets on a plane to go back to his home in L.A. but his love for Sam is holding him back.

What I Think: I was surprised to find out that Zach Braff wrote, directed, and starred in this movie! I thought that the plot was wonderful, the twists here and there were wonderful, the music outstandingly complimented the movie, and the acting was superb. I loved everyone in this movie and I watched it twice. I will definitely own this movie in the future. It wasn't bright and happy like some movies. It was very serious and kind of realistic. I like movies that I can relate to and when the actors seem more like realistic people. Kudos to everyone who went into making this movie. I loved the part that Jim Parsons played!

Bride Wars

Bride Wars

Who's in it: Kate Hudson, Anne Hathaway

What's it about: Since they were young girls, Liv(Hudson) and Emma(Hathaway) have always wanted to have their weddings at the Plaza in June. When they are both finally engaged, they set up their dates and start to plan. When they find out that there was a bit of confusion and their weddings are both set for the same day, a fight begins. Liv and Emma go from best friends to arch enemies. They try to sabotage the others wedding as much as they can because they want their wedding to be over the top.

What I Think: Hudson and Hathaway were one of the best female duos I think I've ever seen. It was amazing how different they were in personality but how well they connected on screen. The story was great and planned out to the very dot. I am so happy to see Hathaway in this light and I think that it suits her more than in Princess Diaries. Hudson was just the same nutty girl that she is in a lot of movies and I love it. I was so happy in the end but kind of sad at the same time. I love happy endings and my favourite guy won in the end despite the female stars!

Monsters vs. Aliens

Monsters vs. Aliens

Who's in it: Reese Witherspoon, Seth Rogen, Hugh Laurie, Will Arnett, Rainn Wilson

What's it about: Susan(Witherspoon) was so close to being married, but after she got hit by a meteor, she grew 50 stories tall. The government has now put her in with the group they call monsters. The Missing Link(Arnett), B.O.B.(Rogen), Dr. Cockroach(Laurie), and Insectosaurus try to help Susan feel more at home, but can never seem to make her feel better. After an alien invasion by Gallaxhar(Wilson) pursues Earth, the monsters are called to save the USA. Gallaxhar wants Susan because of the material the meteor contained so that he can clone an entire alien race.

What I Think: This movie was so hilarious. I don't think that it would've been the same without Rogen. Laurie was amazing. I love him on House because of his completely fake American accent. Here, he could use a little bit of his accent. Witherspoon made for a wonderful Susan! The animation was awesome! The storyline was great and slightly unpredictable. I loved all of the actors and actresses that lended their voices to this movie. They truely made it a great movie. I was very impressed by the accuracy in the animation for this movie.

The Fast and the Furious

The Fast and the Furious

Who's in it: Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, Rick Yune

What's it about: Undercover detective in training Brian O'Connor(Walker) is trying to catch a group of theives by getting into the street racing crowd. He gets in good with the top racer Dom(Diesel) after he saves him from a cop raid during a night race. Johnny Tran(Yune), the leader of the Chinese racers, is suspected of the robberies, but Brian needs to be certain in order to finally get the job that he has always wanted but isn't sure if it's worth ruining his newfound friendship with Dom and his racing family.

What I Think: I've never been fond of racing movies, but this is the start of the series of The Fast and the Furious. Eli and I are going to be watching them all before going to see the fourth one in theatres. I thought that the storyline was pretty good. I most of the cares in the movie. They were entertaining to watch. It's was no Red Line thank God. I loved to watch Vin Diesel. He's so good looking. Walker wasn't bad either. As for acting, it was alright. Not the greatest performances but definitely not the worst.

Marley & Me

Marley & Me

Who's in it: Jennifer Anniston, Owen Wilson, Woodson, Jonah, Clyde

What's it about: Before they had children, John(Wilson) and Jen(Anniston) Grogan had a dog. The dog's name was Marley(Woodson). He was the world's worst dog. Every time that Jen or John would try to train he would wag his tail and do the opposite of their orders. Throughout the couples life, they had some kids and Marley(Jonah) was just one of the family. The two often got into fights and disagreements, but they never gave up on themselves. Once their family had grown a bit older, Marley(Clyde) started to get sick. The closely knit family was starting to lose their most loved by all member.

What I Think: This was based on a book by the real John Grogan. Marley was played by three different dogs in this movie which is why three names are given above. This movie was very casual and accurate to many peoples lives today. I enjoyed watching every minute of this movie. By the time it was over, every person that was watching it with me was crying. My boyfriend left a huge spot on my shoulder where he had been crying. Not many movies can make me cry, but I must say that this one really did. Wilson and Anniston captured their characters and brought them to life and had them relate to all of us in some way. Great job from all of the characters.

School for Scoundrels

School for Scoundrels

Who's in it: Jon Heder, Billy Bob Thorton, Michael Clarke Duncan, Jacinda Barrett

What's it about: So many years have gone by in Roger's(Heder) life in which he's been trampled upon by other men and some women. He can never seem to make it with the ladies. After a reference to Dr. P(Thorton) and his assistant Lesher(Duncan), Roger partakes in a class with a group of other men just like him. His goal is to eventually date Amanda(Barrett) who lives on the same floor of his apartment building. The class goes through all of the basics of style and confidence to hit it off with women. Amanda meets Dr. P and it's a survival of the fittest between Roger and his teacher.

What I Think: Heder is such a good actor. Thorton has always been on my good side. Even though I didn't like his character, I liked watching him play such a man. I have never seen Barrett before but she played her part well. Each scene was planned out perfectly because I was always wondering what could possibly happen next and that's what a good movie is supposed to do. Duncan played so great and I loved every detail that was released about him by certain characters throughout the story. Suprisingly, Ben Stiller was squeezed in there. He played a short role but he made the movie as always.

Superhero Movie

Superhero Movie

Who's in it: Drake Bell, Sara Paxton, Christopher McDonald

What's it about: A school field trip to a local laboratory leaves Rick Riker(Bell) wondering what has happened to him. He begins to develop strange powers and he's slowly learning to use them. His secret sweetheart and girl next door, Jill(Paxton), is always wondering what he is doing. After Rick names himself the Dragonfly, everything seems to go south. Hourglass(McDonald) becomes the Dragonfly's arch nemisis and he is tormenting Riker's family and loved ones.

What I Think: As much as this movie was advertised, I expected it to be the funniest thing I would ever see. To me it ended up being pretty dull. Sure it had it's moments, but most of those moments were given away in previews. That's what's been happening too much these days and I don't like it. Also, I thought that there would be more movie spoofs to it, but really it was only Spiderman that the movie was spoofing. I really expected more from such actors as Bell and McDonald. I was very disappointed.

License to Wed

License to Wed

Who's in it: Mandy Moore, John Krasinski, Robin Williams

What's it about: After Sadie(Moore) and Ben(Krasinski) become engaged, they decide to get married in Sadie's church by the extremely outgoing Reverend Frank(Williams). The crazy Reverend tells them that they must first graduate from an engaged couples group to make sure that they are indeed ready to get married. When the two start to fight, Ben gets fed up and finds the most dirt on Frank that he can. After revealing this information, Sadie is only more enfuriated and breaks off the engagement.

What I Think: This movie was hilarious. I had been meaning to watch it for a long time but never really got the chance. Almost every joke had a sexual innuendo but that was alright because they were all funny. Krasinski has been appearing in a lot more things and I think that is great for him. He's a simple looking guy but he has a very funny personality that comes out in his characters. Usually I love Moore, but she was more of a minor character in this movie. Williams was his funny self as always!

Role Models

Role Models

Who's in it: Seann William-Penn, Paul Rudd, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Bobbe Thompson

What's it about: As an order from the court, Danny(Rudd) and Wheeler(William-Penn) are to work with Sturdy Wings. This program is for children who aren't accepted in their world. It is to help them move along in the world and learn how to make friends. Danny meets Augie(Mintz-Plasse) who is a geeky kid obsessed with dragons and Medieval times. Wheeler meets Ronnie(Thompson) who is a foul mouthed boy with a single mother. The two men teach the boys about being in the real world and how to be who they want to be.

What I Think: Again the nudity was a bit uncalled for. I didn't think that it showed any sort of point to show naked women except the first one. The entire movie was hilarious! I loved the fact that KISS played a huge part in the movie. I recommend this movie to anyone who wanted to laugh their head off for an entire movie. I was laughing pretty much from beginning to end. All of the actors were fun. I want to go to a LAIRE now. I thought that it was great and I would love the experience to be in one.

With You

With You

Who's in it: Joseph O'Rourke, Mike Pish, Fred Schutz

What's it about: After Jim(O'Rourke) leaves his job, he heads out to Mt. Prospect in hopes of a more relaxing lifestyle. His friend from college, Sloan(Pish), lives next door and tells him the old stories of the town. Jim's house overlooks the supposedly haunted house of the town, but Jim doesn't believe any of it. After Jim's new boss, Mr. Klein(Schutz), unexpectedly dies, Jim starts to receive weird calls and hear things. His house begins to have pink liquid on the floors and he hears demonic whispering around the house. He thinks that the ghostly man is out to get him.

What I Think: This was officially the third worst movie I've ever seen in my entire life. The acting was better than the other worst movies, but the sound effects and special effects lacked some serious skill. I was close to crying the effects were so bad. The plot was pretty good but I think that the crew wasn't as fortunate to have all of the equipment to make everything happen. They picked a perfect graveyard for some of the scenes. I liked the idea of the movie but it wasn't a great movie to watch.

Seven Pounds

Seven Pounds

Who's in it: Will Smith, Rosario Dawson

What's it about: Ben(Smith) has a dark secret. He has been trying to redeem himself from it for a long time. He plans to commit suicide but wants to make sure that he has left his mark on the world. He goes around meeting people as a IRS agent. He meets Emily(Dawson) who is suffering from congenial heart failure. He falls in love with her and when he does his life starts to fall apart. He feels as though his world is caving in on him and he is leaving his mark on the world and on the people that he left behind.

What I Think: Will Smith is one of the best actors ever. He looks great and can really bring out the emotions that a movie needs. The movie was a tearjerker. Dawson did an amazing job as well. She was beautiful and pitiful at the same time. Even with such a limited main cast, I thought that the movie was a hit. With the storyline that it had, there was no need for more characters. Mind you the flashbacks got a bit confusing at times. There were two brief scenes with subtitles. Well, I thought that this was an amazing movie and that Will Smith has done it yet again.

The Passion of the Christ

The Passion of the Christ

Who's in it: James Caviezel, Hristo Shopov, Maia Morgenstern

What's it about: Christ(Caviezel) is found by the high priests guards and taken to Pontius Pilate(Shopov). When the people of the crowd agree to take back a murderer instead of Jesus, He is given to the crowd to do what they wish. After Jesus is whipped and beaten, He is sentenced to be crucified. He is whipped the entire way towards Calvary Hill with his mother, Mary(Morgenstern), watching. Jesus is then hung upon the cross and left to die.

What I Think: Out of all of the rendentions of this story, I have never seen one so gruesome. The brutality was taken to extremes and there was no room for guessing how awful Jesus' torture was. I was amazed at the amount of accuracy of the story of Jesus' crucifixtion. I watched this the day after Good Friday and I am so glad that I did. I have a brand new appreciation for Jesus and what He did for us. The intensity of emotion is what kept me enthralled for the whole time. There were subtitles, but I never even really noticed. I recommend this movie to believers and non-believers. I think that it would even make those who don't believe think about it.