Point I Fell Asleep: ACTUALLY STAYED AWAKE
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Primetime
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0955308/
Be prepared for a two and a half hour epic! I wasn't sure what to expect out of this movie since I hadn't read any reviews on it. It's the same duo that made "Gladiator" - Ridley Scott and Russel Crowe, so I figured it'd have to be good. I already knew the story, but somehow, the first 45 minutes still confused it. I finally figured out what was going on after a plot turning point. That's also when I decided to turn on subtitles because Russel kind of slurs his words. Anyhow, the last 1:45 wasn't bad. I still prefer the Kevin Costner version better though. Heck, I'll even take the "Men in Tights" version. I think the movie would have been better off if it wasn't Robin Hood since it was very very loosely based on the story that you're familiar with. All they had to do was change the names of the characters, and the movie would have done fine on its own. But anyway, I still recommend the movie if you're a Ridley/Russel/epic movie fan.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Open Water 2: Adrift
Point I Fell Asleep: ACTUALLY STAYED AWAKE
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Primetime
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0470055/
So I remember watching the first one and not really hating it, and so I decided to watch this "sequel." I think you already know the premise of the movie - people are stranded out in the ocean with little chance of rescue. I was pretty frustrated with the people for not really trying harder to stay alive; I know I certainly would have tried other things that they didn't try, which I'll put in the spoilers section below. All in all, I wasn't angry at myself for wasting time watching the movie; so I'd say it's worth a Netflix queue.
***** SPOILER ALERT *****
1. First off, you know how when you were little kids playing in the pool with your friends, what was the first game you'd play? Let's see how high we can jump! And by accomplishing that, you'd have 2 of your buddies cupping their hands, you standing in them, and them propelling you up. Done. They woulda gotten back in the boat.
2. When they tied the clothes together and threw it on the boat...wouldn't it have made sense to let the SKINNIEST girl climb on it instead of the 200 lb guy?
3. Uhhhh you had a knife and there was a hatch. Pry the hatch! Done.
***** SPOILER ALERT *****
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Primetime
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0470055/
So I remember watching the first one and not really hating it, and so I decided to watch this "sequel." I think you already know the premise of the movie - people are stranded out in the ocean with little chance of rescue. I was pretty frustrated with the people for not really trying harder to stay alive; I know I certainly would have tried other things that they didn't try, which I'll put in the spoilers section below. All in all, I wasn't angry at myself for wasting time watching the movie; so I'd say it's worth a Netflix queue.
***** SPOILER ALERT *****
1. First off, you know how when you were little kids playing in the pool with your friends, what was the first game you'd play? Let's see how high we can jump! And by accomplishing that, you'd have 2 of your buddies cupping their hands, you standing in them, and them propelling you up. Done. They woulda gotten back in the boat.
2. When they tied the clothes together and threw it on the boat...wouldn't it have made sense to let the SKINNIEST girl climb on it instead of the 200 lb guy?
3. Uhhhh you had a knife and there was a hatch. Pry the hatch! Done.
***** SPOILER ALERT *****
Monday, September 6, 2010
The Karate Kid
Point I Fell Asleep: ACTUALLY STAYED AWAKE
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Afternoon
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1155076/
Sure, I already knew how the movie was going to end before I even watched it. But you know what, the journey wasn't that bad. I thought the casting was perfect with Jackie Chan, Jaden Smith, the fobby but cute Chinese girl, and even mini-Bolo (from "Bloodsport" fame.) Sure, some of the fight scenes were ridiculous, but overall, it was much better than I expected.
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Afternoon
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1155076/
Sure, I already knew how the movie was going to end before I even watched it. But you know what, the journey wasn't that bad. I thought the casting was perfect with Jackie Chan, Jaden Smith, the fobby but cute Chinese girl, and even mini-Bolo (from "Bloodsport" fame.) Sure, some of the fight scenes were ridiculous, but overall, it was much better than I expected.
Stomp the Yard
Point I Fell Asleep: ACTUALLY STAYED AWAKE
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Afternoon
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0775539/
I guess I'm on my "dance" movie streak. I kept comparing this movie to "Step Up 2," and I've come to the conclusion that I liked "Step Up 2" better. I think the acting and casting were better in SU2. As for the dancing, although I do enjoy stomping quite a bit, I like the freestyle dancing better. However, I've also come to the conclusion that Meagan Good is currently the hottest black female. Sorry Beyonce. Sorry Halle. Sorry Rihanna. I mean, Meagan Good can carry this movie all by herself. That's how hot she is. Of course, if you're a dance movie fan, this is a must see.
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Afternoon
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0775539/
I guess I'm on my "dance" movie streak. I kept comparing this movie to "Step Up 2," and I've come to the conclusion that I liked "Step Up 2" better. I think the acting and casting were better in SU2. As for the dancing, although I do enjoy stomping quite a bit, I like the freestyle dancing better. However, I've also come to the conclusion that Meagan Good is currently the hottest black female. Sorry Beyonce. Sorry Halle. Sorry Rihanna. I mean, Meagan Good can carry this movie all by herself. That's how hot she is. Of course, if you're a dance movie fan, this is a must see.
Killers
Point I Fell Asleep: 0:40 out of 1:40 (40%)
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Primetime
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1103153/
This movie started out strong, but then the plot dragged on like a snail up a telephone pole. By the time I fell asleep, I was STILL waiting for the plot twist. Needless to say, the movie wasn't that good. However, I'm usually not a fan of Katherine Heigl, but she was looking mighty good in this movie.
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Primetime
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1103153/
This movie started out strong, but then the plot dragged on like a snail up a telephone pole. By the time I fell asleep, I was STILL waiting for the plot twist. Needless to say, the movie wasn't that good. However, I'm usually not a fan of Katherine Heigl, but she was looking mighty good in this movie.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
Point I Fell Asleep: ACTUALLY STAYED AWAKE
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Primetime
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0473075/
If you want to watch a mindless, plotless, CGI-filled movie, then this is the movie for you. Reminiscent of all sand-filled movies like "Scorpion King" or "The Mummy" or "Tomb Raider," this movie is what you would expect from that genre. The movie started off interesting and fun, but 3/4 of the way through, I just wish that it would just end. Barely worth a Netflix queue.
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Primetime
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0473075/
If you want to watch a mindless, plotless, CGI-filled movie, then this is the movie for you. Reminiscent of all sand-filled movies like "Scorpion King" or "The Mummy" or "Tomb Raider," this movie is what you would expect from that genre. The movie started off interesting and fun, but 3/4 of the way through, I just wish that it would just end. Barely worth a Netflix queue.
I Love You Phillip Morris
Point I Fell Asleep: 0:50 out of 1:37 (52%)
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Afternoon
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1045772/
I don't know what to make of this movie. Jim Carrey plays a gay conman who falls in love with Ewan McGregor's character. The movie started out funny, but then it got a little slow and I dozed off. I woke up later and didn't really care for the rest of the movie. I don't know how this movie got a 6.8 IMDB rating. This has to be Jim Carrey's 2nd worst movie of all time, right behind "The Cable Guy." And I'm going to devalue all Ewan McGregor movies from now on.
Location: Home
Time I Started Movie: Afternoon
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1045772/
I don't know what to make of this movie. Jim Carrey plays a gay conman who falls in love with Ewan McGregor's character. The movie started out funny, but then it got a little slow and I dozed off. I woke up later and didn't really care for the rest of the movie. I don't know how this movie got a 6.8 IMDB rating. This has to be Jim Carrey's 2nd worst movie of all time, right behind "The Cable Guy." And I'm going to devalue all Ewan McGregor movies from now on.
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