Dexter: Season 4 - I cannot freaking wait to watch this and get ready for Season 5!
Furry Vengeance - Brenden Fraser is attacked by forest creatures and learns not to cut down trees to build homes. The end.
The Last Song - A decent story, but Miley Cyrus cannot act. Greg Kinnear was great though and that Liam Hemsworth kid was not bad.
Princess Goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
Becoming Jane. Based on a true story about Jane Austen's rumored love life, this movie was actually really amazing. The acting was superb and the romance was perfect, but the ending is terrible. You can't re-write history though so it's just something I'll have to live with.
Movies to see:
Becoming Jane
Trailers of the post: Cute Chick Flicks
The Rebound. I think that Catherine Zeta-Jones and Justin Bartha is the perfect combo. She's hot, he's cute. She's sassy and he's funny. I like it, I like it a lot.
Lovely, Still. Normally I would be grossed out by old people kissing or anything more, but this looks too cute to pass up.
Heartbreaker. French romance movies are actually pretty great and this one looks really adorable. I hope it comes to AZ.
Name 7 Anne Hathaway:
Get Smart, Brokeback Mountain, Princess Diaries, Becoming Jane, Havoc, The Devil Wears Prada, Ella Enchanted.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Anne Hathaway was in Valentine's Day with Queen Latifah who was in Beauty Shop with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz #191 winner:
Me with Predators. He was too great in that movie to pass up.
QQ #192: name this Anne Hathaway movie:
"I am Shiva the destroyer, your harbinger of doom this evening."
a. Rachel Getting Married b. Valentine's Day c. Princess Diaries d. The Devil Wears Prada
Eat Pray Love - I'm not so interested in the story, but I will see it for the actors in it. The story just seems self-indulgent, but if it inspires others to run away from all of their responsibilities and do whatever they want then more power to them.
The Expendables - I cannot wait to see this movie. It's gonna be epic!
Scott Pilgrim vs the World - I'm just excited for how ridiculous this movie looks. I know Michael Cera only makes stupid movies (with the exception of Juno), but what's wrong with that? They're moderately good and mildly entertaining.
Goofy Goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
Win a Date with Tad Hamilton. I know that this is B-rated chick flick, but it hold a lot of "firsts" for me and is therefore dear to my heart. It was the first time I saw Topher Grace outside of That 70s Show and it was the first time I'd ever laid eyes on the beautiful Josh Duhamel. Nerdy hot and just plain hot all in one cheesy chick flick. Perfection.
Movies to see:
The Expendables, Scott Pilgrim vs the World, and Win a Date with Tad Hamilton.
Trailers of the post: Weird Dramas
Welcome to the Rileys. I think the only kind of movies that Kristen Stewart can make are stupid vampire movies where she acts terribly or weird indie movies where she acts terribly.
Stone. I think the only kind of movies that Milla Jovovich can make are crazy awesome sci-fi movies or awkward dramas.
Name 7 Topher Grace:
Ocean's 11, Spiderman 3, Win a Date with Tad Hamilton, Mona Lisa Smile, In Good Company, Traffic, Valentine's Day.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Topher Grace was in Mona Lisa Smile with Julia Roberts who was in Flatliners with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz #188-190 winners:
Katie wins two with The Brothers Grimm and Thank You For Smoking and Kristina wins for Step Brothers.
QQ Standings:
1. Kristina - 47
2. Molly - 45
3. Katie - 40
4. Me - 24
QQ #191: name this Topher Grace movie:
"Excuse me, I'm... Just what the hell is going on here?"
a. Ocean's 11 b. Spiderman 3 c. Predators d. Win a Data with Tad Hamilton
Diary of a Wimpy Kid - I was never compelled to see it in theaters, but I think I'll add it to my Netflix queue merely because of Steve Zahn.
Kick-Ass - It had it's high points, but then it just got weird for a while. It was only good for the action/explosions. I really like that Aaron Johnson kid, though. And Mark Strong is always a favorite.
Movies out Friday (6th)
The Other Guys - This movie was hilarious! I love when Will Ferrell and Adam McKay get together because the movie they give birth to afterwards is destined for greatness. Every single time!
Step Up 3D - I demand that someone see this with me. I'm embarrassed to say so, but I'm more embarrassed to see it alone.
Twelve - Chase Crawford is in this. Beside the fact that it actually looks good, I'm already sold. It's only a limited release, though, so hopefully it's up in Scottsdale.
DVDs out Tuesday (tomorrow)
Date Night - I hear there are even more great bloopers on the DVD. And since the ones in theaters were so freaking great, I can only imagine what's in store for me when I buy it.
Death at a Funeral - The British version was great, so I'm not sure why America re-did it, but I'll see it anyway. If only to see James Marsden naked on a roof.
Meh... and Mustache-y and Laugh Your Ass Off Goodies
Underrated movies of the post:
The Brothers Grimm - While Matt Damon is not the main reason I like this movie, I can't help but admit that he wasn't that bad in it. It's not that I think he's a terrible actor (he's very good), he just doesn't intrigue me the way that Heath Ledger does (or any other co-star that Matt Damon has ever had...). Ghost Rider - We can all admit that this was a pretty terrible movie. However, Sam Elliott really did make it a ton better. I'm convinced it would have gone straight to DVD without him. When I hear that voice or see that mustache I am mesmerized no matter what. Anchorman - I know it's not underrated, but this is by far the best Will Ferrell movie I have ever seen. It never, ever gets old and is so quotable that if you approach a stranger on the street and say "You look like a gigantic blueberry" they will counter you with "You're a dirty pirate hooker. Go back to your home on whore island!" Priceless!
Movies to see:
The Other Guys, Twelve, Date Night, Death at a Funeral, The Brothers Grimm, and Anchorman.
Trailers of the post: Actions
Tomorrow, When the War Began - I've always been interested in stories of normal people carrying out normal lives and how they survive when the Nuclear War happens. This looks kind of similar minus the "nuclear" part. Still looks great though.
The Mechanic - I love Jason Statham and Ben Foster and action/explosions. So I may see this, but there are no guarantees. No, I'll be seeing it for sure.
Faster - The Rock being The Rock. Nothing else very interesting...
Name 7 Matt Damon:
Stuck on You, Saving Private Ryan, The Brothers Grimm, Ponyo, The Informant!, Invictus, Green Zone.
Name 7 Sam Elliott:
Road House, Golden Compass, Ghost Rider, Up in the Air, Did You Hear About the Morgans?, Big Lebowski, Marmaduke.
Name 7 Will Ferrell:
Step Brothers, Zoolander, Night at the Roxbury, The Producers, Bewitched, Blades of Glory, Austin Powers 1.
Kevin Bacon Games:
Matt Damon was in Saving Private Ryan with Tom Hanks who was in Apollo 13 with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps. Sam Elliott was in Did You Hear About the Morgans with SJP who was in Footloose with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps. Will Ferrell was in Stranger Than Fiction with Queen Latifah who was in Beauty Shop with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz 186-187 winner:
Me because no one guessed Shorts or Forbidden Kingdom (respectively). I'm catching up! (not really).
QQ #188: name this Matt Damon movie:
"Well, the music seems to have turned horribly French."
a. Ocean's Twelve b. Stuck on You c. Dogma d. The Brothers Grimm
QQ #189: name this Sam Elliott movie:
"You look like a nice enough fella. What are you doing working for these assholes?"
a. Ghost Rider b. Thank You For Smoking c. Up in the Air d. Big Lebowski
QQ #190: name this Will Ferrell movie:
"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but I will kick you repeatedly in the balls!"
a. Step Brothers b. Blades of Glory c. Anchorman d. Talladega Nights
Clash of the Titans - Honestly, the effects were cool and the action was awesome, but the story left something to be desired and the acting wasn't up to par. In other words, I don't think I'm going to buy it (right away). However, it is worth seeing if you haven't already.
Repo Men - I haven't seen this yet and I plan on Netflixing it. It looks really awesome, but I've heard only mildly interesting reviews. We'll have to see!
Robin Hood - I never saw it because it looked stupid and I heard that it was panned at the box office because it was really boring. I mean, Gladiator was an amazing movie, but it may have been a one hit wonder for the Ridley Scott/Russell Crowe combo...
Movies out Friday (30th)
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore - The original was kind of stupid so I can't imagine why they bothered making a sequel. I guess they're running out of ideas for kiddie movies.
Charlie St. Cloud - At first the trailers looked really predictable. Then I read the book and realized I was wrong. Then the book was really predictable. So, all in all, the trailers are misleading, but the movie is still really predictable. I'll probably see it anyway.
Dinner for Schmucks - The title alone means I'll probably see it even if it didn't have two of the funniest actors of our generation (three if you count the rising star Zach Galifianakis). I can't wait!
Cute Kid and Bad-Ass Goodies
Underrated movies of the post:
Firewall. The movie never got the credit it deserved. There's tons of action, great acting, and a pretty great story. But most people have never heard of it. Kind of like Jimmy Bennett. Shanghai Noon. Most people have a negative connotation associated with this movie because the sequel was pretty terrible. But if you watch the original again, you'll find yourself laughing just as much as the first time. Classic Owen Wilson comedy and they play up the language barrier to the extent where it's funny, but not over-the-top. What a great movie.
Movies to see:
Clash of the Titans, Repo Men, Charlie St. Cloud, Dinner for Schmucks, Firewall, Shanghai Noon.
Trailers of the post: Kiddie Movies
Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader. The older kids aren't supposed to be in this one, but I saw them in the trailer. I'm not complaining though because that Peter kid is easy on the eyes.
Tangled. I could listen to Zachery Levi's nerdy-hot voice forever. And I plan on it! (At least for about 90 mins.)
Name 7 Jimmy Bennett:
Orphan, Star Trek, Evan Almighty, Poseidon, Firewall, Shorts, Stolen.
Name 7 Jackie Chan:
Police Story, Forbidden Kingdom, The Tuxedo, The Medallion, Rush Hour, Shanghai Noon, The Spy Next Door.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Jimmy Bennett was in Poseidon with Emmy Rossum who was in Mystic River with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps. Jackie Chan was in Shanghai Noon with Owen Wilson who was in Marley & Me with Jennifer Aniston who was in Picture Perfect with Kevin Bacon: 3 steps.
Quote Quiz #184-185 winners: Kristina with No Reservations and Me because no one guessed Godzilla! Yay!
QQ #186: name this Jimmy Bennett movie:
"We're lonely and boring and always getting in trouble because we have nothing else better to do."
a. Evan Almighty b. Shorts c. Snow Buddies d. Poseidon
QQ #187: name this Jackie Chan movie:
"If one does not attach himself to people and desires, never shall his heart be broken. But then, does he ever truly live? I would rather die a mortal, who has a care for someone, than a man free from his own death."
a. Shanghai Noon b. The Medallion c. Forbidden Kingdom d. Karate Kid
The Losers - Holy crap I love this movie! I'm going to buy it as soon as I get back from vacation and I am going to watch it every freaking day.
The Runaways - Kristin Stewart and Dakota Fanning star in this biopic and apparently it was pretty good. I never bothered with it because Kristin Stewart has a knack of ruining everything she touches. But then again, when you're at the bottom the only way you can go is up (unless of course you have a shovel).
Movies out Friday (23rd)
Ramona and Beezus - I kind of want to see this even though it's for kids. There are actually a lot of great adult actors in it and a few of my favorites. If only I can convince one of my friends to go with me... Fat chance.
Salt - Angelina Jolie kicking ass and taking names. This should be a remarkably new character for her to play. I'm intrigued. (And just in case you couldn't tell, that was all said with a heavy layer of sarcasm).
Beautiful and Funny Goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
America's Sweethearts. This is the movie that made me fall in love with both Catherine Zeta-Jones and Hank Azaria. Both are hilarious in their own way: Catherine Zeta-Jones as a high-strung, narcissistic, mental-case and Hank Azaria's awesome lisp. And these two are only pieces of the comedy puzzle. This entire movie is great!
Movies to see:
The Losers, Ramona and Beezus, Salt, and America's Sweethearts.
Trailers of the post: Zach Galifianakis
It's Kind of a Funny Story. This looks pretty great. That's all there really is to say.
Due Date. Classic Galifianakis comedy and Robert Downey, Jr. What a great couple.
The Bounty Hunter - This movie had its funny moments, but it's definitely not one I plan on buying. Plus, Gerard Butler is only hot with his accent.
The Greatest - I really wanted to see this but it never came to AZ!!! Now it's on Instant Queue and I'm going to watch it asap. I know that it's going to be amazing. I just know it!!
Our Family Wedding - There's nothing like a heart-warming family comedy based on two races that cannot get along. Yay for discrimination! Stupid.
Movies out Friday (16th)
Inception - I'm super excited about this movie. I still have only a vague idea of what it is about, but that doesn't really matter. What does matter? Leo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ellen Page, and crazy awesome special effects!!
Adorably Hot Goodies
Underrated movies of the post:
Henry Poole is Here. I doubt many of you have seen this movie, but I have to say that it was very VERY good. It wasn't in theaters that I know of (it may have been limited to LA/NY) but when I got it on Netflix I was pleasantly surprised. I suggest you watch the trailer and decide for yourself. but know that I will give you more cool points if you see it and appreciate it as I do. My Super Ex-Girlfriend. I know this movie is really really awful, but it had some pretty hilarious parts and Eddie Izzard is in it. Who needs more than that on a lazy Sunday afternoon?
Movies to see:
The Greatest, Inception, Henry Poole is Here, and My Super Ex-Girlfriend.
Trailers of the post: Dramas that could be cute?
Somewhere. The plot isn't really defined in this trailer. It's just a montage of stuff. But I get the sense that it's about a father-daughter relationship and I'm down for that. I like heart-warming stories about bad guys who end up being good dads.
Jack Goes Boating. I'm not a big fan of Philip Seymour Hoffman, but this movie has potential. Also, he directs which could bring up his cool level if it turns out to be any good.
Name 14 Luke Wilson:
Bottle Rocket, Home Fries, Anchorman, Legally Blonde, Family Stone, Henry Poole is Here, Charlie's Angels, Vacancy, The Big Bounce, My Super Ex-Girlfriend, Blue Streak, Royal Tenenbaums, Old School, Battle for Terra.
Kevin Bacon Game (twice):
Luke Wilson was in Charlie's Angels with Lucy Liu who was in Chicago with Queen Latifah who was in Beauty Shop with Kevin Bacon: 3 steps. Luke Wilson was (also) in Bottle Rocket with Owen Wilson who was in Marley & Me with Jennifer Aniston who was in Picture Perfect with Kevin Bacon: 3 steps.
Quote Quiz #181 winner:
Molly with Transformers! 2 in a row way to go!
QQ #182: name this Luke Wilson movie:
"Today I step into the shoes of a great man, a man by the name of Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho."
a. Old School b. Royal Tenenbaums c. My Super Ex-Girlfriend d. Idiocracy
QQ #183: name this (other) Luke Wilson movie:
"I don't know what to do to show you how much I love you. I only have words. That's all I have."
a. Henry Poole is Here b. Alex & Emma c. The Royal Tenenbaums d. The Family Stone
Despicable Me - I kind of really want to see this. It looks pretty freaking adorable and there're so many great actors lending their voices. It's gonna be fantastic.
The Kids Are All Right - Beyond hilarious dramady with an all-star cast: Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo, and Annette Bening. There is nothing funnier than a messed-up family dynamic.
Predators - When I first heard about this movie, I thought "Heck no." However, after seeing the cast (Adrien Brody, Topher Grace, Laurence Fishburne), I'm waffling. It looks rather stupid, but the action might be cool and I love Adrien Brody/Topher Grace.
Super Creepy Goodies
Underrated movie of the post:
National Treasure. So I know this movie isn't underrated, but Jon Voight's character kind of goes unnoticed with Justin Bartha's hilarity, Nic Cage's craziness, and Diane Kruger's hotness. He has a great sarcastic, "whatever you say" attitude which is subtly hilarious. I suggest you watch it again if you don't know what I'm talking about.
Movies to see:
Despicable Me, The Kids Are All Right, and National Treasure.
Trailers of the post: Stupid Comedies
Little Fockers. I pretty much despise the other two movies and cannot really explain why. I don't know if it's the unbelievable and embarrassing antics, the Ben Stiller/Robert DeNiro dynamic, or just Ben Stiller, but whatever it is it is keeping me from going to see this.
Vampires Suck. I think this movie is redundant. Making a movie that makes fun of the Twilight movies are unnecessary because no one can watch the actual movies without laughing at how stupid it is.
Name 7 Jon Voight:
Tomb Raider, Holes, Transformers, Mission Impossible, National Treasure, Anaconda, End of the Game.
Kevin Bacon Game:
Jon Voight was in Mission Impossible with Tom Cruise who was in A Few Good Men with Kevin Bacon: 2 steps.
Quote Quiz #180 winner:
Molly makes a triumphant return with She's All That!
QQ Standings:
1. Kristina - 45
2. Molly - 41.5
3. Katie - 38
4. Me - 21
QQ #181: name this Jon Voight movie:
"Yes, but he's, you know, a little strange. He's a little strange."
a. Holes b. National Treasure 2 c. Transformers d. Four Christmases