Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince(!): (Disclaimer: HP6 is my least favorite book and therefore my least favorite movie. Just warning you.) This movie was okay. I liked the humor they added to the story to keep the main story from depressing everyone. I was very impressed by the special effects. For instance, the opening to every "memory" that Harry watched where the liquid turned into wispy smoky stuff. That was cool. There was a bunch of new unnecessary crap they added instead of including more important stuff and the much anticipated kiss between Harry and Ginny was just ridiculous. There was a lot of Hermione whining and Draco looking stoned. And, of course, the best was Ron and his interaction with Lavender Brown (the whore). He's just a fantastic actor (the best of the three) and I love that they made him the comic relief. All in all, it was just okay.
Movie out Friday
(500) Days of Summer - I really wanna see this movie. I love Joseph Gordan-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel so it's going to be a winner no matter what. It is, however, only a limited release so I'll probably have to travel to Scottsdale again.
6 foot 5 inch goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
Mr & Mrs Smith. While VV was not a major character of this movie, he was, by far, a huge part in that he was hilarious.
Movies to see:
Harry Potter 6, 500 Days of Summer, and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Trailers of the post:
Couples Retreat. This looks great! A huge amount of my favorites doing a crapload of weird stuff. I can't wait!
The Goods: Live Hard. Sell Hard. While this is just another movie where Jeremy Piven is going to be his a-hole self, it still looks funny. And would we love him if he wasn't such a funny a-hole?
Name 7 Vince Vaughn:
Be Cool, Into the Wild, Thumbsucker, Domestic Disturbance, Fred Claus, Four Christmases, Mr. and Mrs. Smith.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Vince Vaughn was in Mr & Mrs Smith with Brad Pitt who was in Sleepers with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz #91 winner:
Kristina again with Raising Helen. You other guys better get your game face on!
QQ #92: Name this Vince Vaughn movie:
"Mom! We are on high alert here. I almost killed you right then! You do not even realize!"
a. Old School b. Mr & Mrs Smith c. Starsky & Hutch d. Be Cool
Absolutely nothing! Nothing interesting or remotely familiar. Just a bunch of "never heard of them" DVDs. (In case you didn't get it: There's nothing good coming out on DVD tomorrow)
Adorable Goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
Signs. This is one of the best M. Night Shyamalan movies out there. I remember I was way too scared to see it in theaters, but once I did watch it, I fell in love with M. Night's crazy twists and couldn't get enough! Signs is really good.
Movies to see:
Just Signs.
Trailers of the post:
Zombieland. This is reminiscent of Shaun of the Dead and I don't think I could be more excited. I love fake scary movies!!
Jennifer's Body. Speaking of fake scary movies... I actually think I might like Megan Fox in this. It looks fairly interesting.
Name 7 Abigail Breslin:
Nim’s Island, Signs, Little Miss Sunshine, Definitely Maybe, Princess Diaries 2, Raising Helen, No Reservations.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Abigail Breslin was in Little Miss Sunshine with Greg Kinnear who was in As Good As It Gets with Jack Nicholson who was in A Few Good Men with Kevin Bacon: 3 steps.
Quote Quiz #90 winner:
Kristina with The Italian Job.
Quote Quiz Standings:
Molly's taken the lead and Kristina moved into third place!
1. Molly - 24.5
2. Katie - 23
3. Kristina - 14
4. Katrina - 12
5. Janette - 3
6. Beth - 1
QQ #91: Name this Abigail Breslin movie:
"Hippo wants to be a Lutheran, too."
a. Princess Diaries 2 b. Raising Helen c. My Sister's Keeper d. No Reservations
Bruno - I absolutely loathed Borat, but I have to say that Bruno looks a little better. I'm still not going to see it though. I like Sacha Baron Cohen, but I don't like any of his ridiculous characters.
I Love You, Beth Cooper - This movie looks pretty funny. I wasn't initially interested in seeing it because Hayden Panettiere looked like a royal bitch. But from the previews, it actually looks pretty good.
Short, Red-Headed Goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
Rat Race. This movie is beyond hilarious and I can't even describe how great it is. It's an all-star cast and it is non-stop laughter from beginning to end. Love it!
Movies to see:
I Love You, Beth Cooper and Rat Race.
Trailers of the post:
I've decided that since there are so many great previews out there, and I'm falling behind, that I'm going to be posting two trailers per post. Lucky you! Old Dogs. I love everything about this trailer. It looks so good! (Sorry about the link, but YouTube wouldn't let me embed the video)
Knowing - This movie was a pleasant surprise. The cinematography was brilliant and the story was pretty interesting. While I probably won't rush out to buy it, I would most definitely recommend you Netflix it. It was highly enjoyable, even with Nicolas Cage's inability to show emotion. Haha.
Push - This movie was great! I'm going to run out and buy it first thing tomorrow. The story was awesome, the special effects were cool, and Chris Evans was really really good looking. I also credit this movie for making me like Dakota Fanning again. After her War of the Worlds fiasco where all she did was scream, I am not ashamed to say she annoyed me. This movie and The Secret Life of Bees show that she is a very good actress with a wide range.
The Unborn - Wasn't interested when it came out in theaters and I'm most definitely not interested now. From what I've seen in the previews (when I'm not hiding my eyes or changing the channel) it looks a lot like The Ring and The Grudge (only creepier) and stars that chick who looks a lot like Megan Fox, but isn't.
Summer Movie Review Part Five
The Proposal - Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock were brilliant in this movie. There was non-stop comedy from beginning to end with a little bit of drama/romance thrown in just to keep the genre of "Rom-Com" alive. Reynolds was his classic self with his unique and hilarious delivery and Bullock was just as great playing her role of uptight control-freak (see: Two Weeks Notice). The two off-set each other perfectly and the background characters only added to the humor (Mary Steenburgen, Betty White, etc). All in all, this is a very good chick flick and I can't wait to buy it (if only to see Ryan Reynolds in all his shirtless glory).
My Sister's Keeper - True to it's trailer, this movie made me cry from almost the very beginning to the end. While the most advertised actors were Cameron Diaz and Abigail Breslin (both did fantastic, by the way), I found myself more interested in the other members of the family. Jason Patric did a phenominal job, as did Sofia Vassilieva and Evan Ellingson (dying sister and older brother respectively). Vassilieva's performance was beautiful and very moving and I wouldn't be surprised if she wasn't up for some kind of award for it. I was intrigued to see Cameron Diaz in a serious role and I think she performed admirably. Despite the guarentee of tears, I would still suggest seeing this film as it is very eye-opening and thought provoking.
Public Enemies - Johnny Depp is gorgeous. That is pretty much the only thing I took away from this movie and I believe the director did this purposefully. There was hardly any scenes that didn't end with his pretty face filling the screen as he made some sort of sexy smirk causing female audience members to swoon uncontrollably. Marion Cotillard is beautiful as well and a fantastic actress. After seeing this, it is no surprise to me that she won an Academy Award. On another note, I've recently realized that with each Christian Bale movie I've seen since Batman Begins (except for The Prestige) I have disliked him more and more. I'm not sure if this has to do with the characters he plays, his performances, or if they're just bad movies, but I'm have been slightly more scornful of a movie if I find out he's in it (of course that doesn't usually keep me from seeing it, but still). Back to the film itself, this movie has shed a new light on Bio-Pics for me. It is a masterful piece.
Very Pretty Goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
Highway. Not only does this also star Jared Leto (who is nice to look at) and Selma Blair (who is awesome), but the story is interesting and Gyllenhaal is hilarious. It's an intense road-trip brought on by lost love and the fear for one's feet with a prostitute thrown in. It's a winner.
Movies to see:
Knowing, Push, and Highway.
Trailer of the post:
Brothers. I absolutely love Natalie Portman and any movie where Toby Maguire is the guy no one likes. This does, however, ring of Pearl Harbor, yes?
Name 7 Jake Gyllenhaal:
Zodiac, Rendition, Bubble Boy, Brokeback Mountain, Donnie Darko, Day After Tomorrow, Moonlight Mile.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Jake Gyllenhaal was in Day After Tomorrow with Emmy Rossum who was in Mystic River with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz #88 winner:
Kristina takes it again with Finding Neverland. Great movie. Makes me cry every time.
QQ #89: Name this Jake Gyllenhaal movie:
"Those really ratty sandals she always loved to wear. They always made this incredible farting sound everytime she moved."
a. Highway b. Moonlight Mile c. Donnie Darko d. Zodiac
Ice Age 3D: Dawn of the Dinosaurs - While this is just another shameless attempt at milking more money out of parents, I don't care because I love the Ice Age movies and I'm going to see it! So there!
Public Enemies - Johnny Depp. Still need convincing? Gun fighting, car chases, and Christian Bale. Gonna be awesome.
Movie out Friday
I Hate Valentines Day - Nia Vardalos and John Corbett team up again since My Big Fat Greek Wedding. It looks like another cute chick flick and I love John Corbett. Love.
Little known goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
Feast of Love. This movie was essentially about sex and verged on porn, but the stories in between the naughty scenes were actually quite good. It's also filled with a ton of stars (Greg Kinnear, Morgan Freeman, Billy Burke, and Selma Blair). All in all, a pretty great movie.
Movies to see:
Ice Age 3, Public Enemies, I Hate Valentines Day, and Feast of Love.
Trailer of the post:
Surrogates. Bruce Willis!!! Also, this looks like a pretty intriguing story and, if you ignore the weird hair going on with BW's surrogate, then it looks like a great movie!
Name 7 Radha Mitchell:
Pitch Black, Feast of Love, Children of Huang Shi, Henry Poole is Here, Silent Hill, Mozart and the Whale, Man on Fire.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Radha Mitchell was in Man on Fire with Denzel Washington who was in Philadelphia with Tom Hanks who was in Apollo 13 with Kevin Bacon: 3 steps.
Quote Quiz #87 winner:
Kristina with Saving Silverman.
QQ #88: Name this Radha Mitchell movie:
"I imagined that brilliant people disappeared to some secret place where good ideas floated around like leaves in autumn, and I hoped at least once you would take me there with you."
a. Finding Neverland b. Silent Hill c. Feast of Love d. Mozart and the Whale
12 Rounds - While this movie stars John Cena, it actually looked quite good story-wise. I'm going to put it on the end of my Netflix Queue and let it work it's way up to the top.
Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience - Gross. What could possibly be interesting enough about a JoBro concert that they needed to make a movie about it? A 3D movie no less! Ridiculous.
Princess Protection Program - This straight to DVD movie is about a princess forced to live like a real teenager. Ten bucks says that there is a deep and meaningful lesson about friendship or something.
Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li - This movie was dumb and Chris Kline was horrible and everything was completely contrived. All in all, it was bad. I may buy it.
Funny, funny goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
A Lot Like Love. While this movie also stars Ashton Kutcher, it is a fairly good chick flick. I like the story and the jumps in time. And what woman doesn't like a cute-sy ending?
Movies to see:
12 Rounds, Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li, A Lot Like Love.
Trailer of the post:
2012. Here's a newer and cooler looking trailer. It's gonna be good.
Name 7 Amanda Peet:
Simply Irresistible, A Lot Like Love, Whole Nine Yards, The Ex, X-Files: I Want to Believe, Identity, Something’s Gotta Give.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Amanda Peet was in Something's Gotta Give with Jack Nicholson who was in A Few Good Men with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz #86 winner:
Molly disrupts Kristina's run with The Sweetest Thing. You'd better watch out Katie. I think Molly might take the lead away from you!
QQ #87: Name this Amanda Peet movie:
"Have you ever fantasized about having sex with any man, any man at all?"
a. The Whole Ten Yards b. A Lot Like Love c. Something's Gotta Give d. Saving Silverman
My Sister's Keeper - A serious tear-jerker, but I'm going to see it anyway. I'm intrigued to see Cameron Diaz in a serious role and Thomas Dekker is in it (the hottie from the Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles).
Summer Movie Review Part Four:
Year One - This movie was hilarious! There are not enough words to describe the love I feel for Michael Cera. That guy is adorable and everything he says is so subtle yet has you laughing til you pee your pants. (Disclaimer: Bring a diaper). Jack Black was his usual comedic self which is funny, but a little too ridiculous. All the background actors (Paul Rudd, David Cross, Hank Azaria, etc) were great and made the movie continuous funny.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - One word: Awesome! I mean, the "love drama" that was folded into the action was kind of lame and very predictable, but the better story line made up for it. It was intricate and well-thought out unlike most quickie sequels. And did I mention that the action was amazing and Josh Duhamel/Tyrese Gibson are super hot in those military uniforms? Oh yeah...
Away We Go - John Krasinski is the perfect man! At least in this movie he is. I absolutely loved seeing this. It was another example of the perfect combination of comedy and drama where you aren't overrun with either. The background actors (Allison Janney, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Catherine O'Hara, Jim Gaffigan, etc) were hilarious! John Krasinski's character was funny, adorable, and the perfect man. He understands/listens to Maya Rudolph and never does anything bad or annoying...ever. I want one. Maya Rudolph was fantastic as well. I was very keen on seeing her in a normal movie and I was a little put off by her voice. I've never heard her speak normally and I liked it. She is also a great actress. Who knew? Needless to say, I'm buying this movie as soon as it comes out, but you can go see it at some local theaters starting Friday.
Big Mouth-ful of Goodies
Underrated movies of the post:
Charlie's Angels/Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle. I'm not fully sure I understand why this movie never gets the recognition it deserves. It's a hard-core action movie with some comedic tendencies starring three strong women trying to juggle their real life and their jobs. These movies rock!
Movies to see:
Transformers 2, Away We Go, My Sister's Keeper.
Sad acknowledgements:
Both Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett died Thursday. Fawcett succumbed to her battle with cancer while Jackson died from cardiac arrest. My thoughts go out to their family and friends during this time of sadness.
Trailer of the post:
The Box. Who doesn't love a good "edge of your seat" thriller? Will they press the button? Who knows...
(I said "box" haha)
Name 7 Cameron Diaz: Being John Malkovich, What Happens in Vegas, Shrek, Charlie’s Angels, The Mask, The Sweetest Thing, The Holiday.
Kevin Bacon Game: Cameron Diaz was in Vanilla Sky with Tom Cruise who was in A Few Good Men with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz #85 winner:
Kristina takes three in a row with Pearl Harbor! Haven't seen that movie in a while, but I think I might. Josh Hartnett is enough to counteract Ben Affleck I think. Haha.
QQ #86: Name this Cameron Diaz movie: "Don't go looking for Mr. Right. Look for Mr. Right Now."
a. What Happens in Vegas b. The Sweetest Thing c. Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle d. My Best Friend's Wedding
