Monday, March 15, 2010

Endgame



Engaging isn't what you'd call a movie you were able to finish 3 reviews during. Its 30 min in, and I am already close to tossing in the towel. So far I enjoyed the opel's, and older peugot's, like a french vintage car show.
Good thing I wrote this early. This move was pretty lame and i totally didn't remember it. Come to think of it, I'm not sure I even watched the whole thing.

The Private Lives of Pippa Lee


Hey, here's where Keanu Reeves went. Don't let all the big names fool you, its actually an ok movie. Winona Ryder isn't in it much. It's not super exciting, i'd call it a semi "chick flick" to an extent. Of the 90% of crappy chick flicks out there, this one's probably in the top 10 percent to rent. Rainy Sunday when you're tired of our video games.

Boondock Saints 2


You probably wouldn't get the Boondock Saints T shirt if this was the only movie in the series you'd seen. However a follow up to a cult classic with ten years in between is hard to do, and this movie didn't take itself too seriously and accomplished the task. Se it if you loved the first one, if you haven't.... watch the first one, see how it goes, and get this when you're wanting more.

Actually if you want more, watch the first one again, then watch 2. I did enjoy it though. Matt you should rent it.

The Damned United





.... Winner. Good movie, based on a true story. The actor is from a couple other good movies, I liked him in Frost Nixon. It's about an English soccer team.... well coach. Yeah, not a Saturday blockbuster, but you don't have to be out of options to enjoy this movie either.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Cold Souls



I liked this movie. It stars Paul Giamatti as himself. Had never heard of it, but it was a totally quirky typical Paul Giamatti movie. I recommend it, its no summer blockbuster, but funny.... slightly dark, and unlike anything your would expect.

Hmmmmm. Rainy Sunday? Yeah.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

50 Dead Men Walking


Got one for ya. What's not good with Ben Kingsley. Anyway this one's up there. It caught me off guard. I had never heard of it, but recognized the main guy. Its about the IRA which is always action packed. So, this one is a Friday or Saturday night top hit. One of the best 10 in the last 6 months. I guess by the previews its by an indy company, no matter, cause they are doing most of the good stuff lately anyway.

Monday, March 1, 2010

Tom Yum Goong


Easily Tony Jaa's best movie. If you get the Protector, you better ensure it is the 2 disc version with the Thailand release in it. 20 extra minutes. Also I recommend English subtitles, the dubbing is distracting. We just finished a session where in 2 weeks we saw all his movies, and yep, this is the Best. I rate it, this, then Ong Bak I, then Ong Bak II. Joel flips I and II. But this is one to own, and I don't buy much.

Stepfather


One of those movies where rotten tomatoes I think got it wrong. This was a decent date night thriller. I'm not saying it's some 90 rated film, but it was enjoyable for what it was and didn't try too hard. Appreciated by both, and a rental reco. If you have two in hand, make this three.... OH a remake. I didn't know.

In the Loop


Classic British funny, maybe some sort of cult classic following. When there's nothing left.... rent a game. There was some funny here. but the trailer definitely oversold it. Bummer. Anyway. its a NOPE... and super non memorable.

Thirteen Days



OOOHHH a super rare old release. Free baby (blockbuster one a month and one every Mon-Weds) Its hard to find a non dated old release you haven't seen. This movie was really good. Armstrong and Getty recommended it, Brynn wanted it.... and I think she even stayed awake for it.... well maybe not. But it was good. If you haven't seen it. you should, almost Tom Clancy meets Jerry Bruckenhimer (SP)

Coco Before Chanel





The perfect Thailand to USA plane movie. Not plain, perfect when you've seen everything and still have a long flight. Audrey Tautou is good in anything, and the movie is a neat view in to fashion, well Chanel type fashion.

It is set.... I DON'T KNOW, early 1900's. Not fast, pretty slow. This is more a slow Tuesday film. Tuesday at 35000 ft that is. Although... surprise. I did enjoy it.

The Boys are Back



Given the face Clive Owen and the film got so many nominations, it had to at least be decent. It is definitely more of a girly movie, but it was a pretty quality film. It is slow and semi sad, but the kid in the movie cracks you up. I would rate this a rainy Sunday. Thats like two steps up from a slow Tuesday, but seeable, good, and enjoyable. Just best with wine and cheese, a.... a female companion.