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- Review count27
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- First reviewMarch 5, 2008
- Last reviewJuly 16, 2008
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Cutsie
PostedJuly 16, 2008
Despite the overly political message of the film, the small robot managed to delight many in the audience. It is getting harder to maintain people's attention with just remarkable graphics. Although there were no real LOL moments in the film, there were plenty of things to keep the attention of the viewer. Overall...people left using words like "cute" and "adorable". Worth a watch. Just don't expect a blockbuster. Bring the kids. They make it even funner.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Yeah...OK...Now what?
PostedJuly 8, 2008
Bop. Zam. Biff. Here we go again. Silly meets strong in this last-American-hero story of the supposed sole survivor of the family of the gods. Will Smith does a great job of bringing to life a character that was not well developed in the script. There were some good laughs and quick action scenes. It was a good attempt but there was so much more that could have been added to this script to make it a classic. This cameo-filled attempt to join the ranks of superhero classics amused me with one liners but confused me as to the intended demographic.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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The Increedible Bruce
PostedJune 22, 2008
Seeing as how the movie was half over before we saw a descent view of the Hulk, and most of the movie surrounded Bruce's love life, I think the movie should have been called the "Incredible Bruce". THe graphics were fun, though not as convincing as others we have seen lately. I especially enjoyed all of the cameos and puns (right down to the name of the restaraunt). That kept the movie enjoyable. There were too many loose ends at the end of the movie though. So what happens with the big bad monster? He gets up and destroys the world? He goes into rehab? What? What about the scientist? Why infect him if he is not going to affect the plot? Other untied strings left me unfulfilled. The final fight scene had some editing issues...it was choppy and left blanks. Overall, if you wanna go then go. But you will not have missed the opportunity of a lifetime if you just wait for it to come out on video. The best thing I can say about it is that it was better than the first one.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Kung Fu Pandemic!
PostedJune 13, 2008
Dreamworks earned their name with this wonderfully imaginative tale of inner strength and faith in others, Even the little touches throughout the movie are fascinating. I just returned from China a couple of weeks ago. This movie truely captured the flavor of the Chinese magic and mindset. There are so many funny lines that the whole family could share in the laughs. I will see this one at least 3 times before it leaves the theatre. You know a movie is a classic when you find yourself thinking of all the people you want to see it with. Great job, Dreamworks! Your best yet!
P.S. For all of those who think that talking and texting during the movie is your right...get right out of the theatre. It's not all about you!
P.S. For all of those who think that talking and texting during the movie is your right...get right out of the theatre. It's not all about you!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Please...No Indiana Jones Part 5!
PostedMay 31, 2008
The calvary used to have a saying..."When the horse is dead...dismount!" I loved the 1st Indy movie. The second was rancid. The third redeemed the name of Indiana Jones. And then they made this one...The 4th was equivalent to a 20 car pile-up (you gotta watch it regarless of the pain surrounding the whole thing.) A 2 hour string of cliches, unbelievable acrobatics and second rate actors surround Harrison Ford as he attempts to prove he is still an action hero. We all wanted to see him succeed in this pitiful attempt at reliving the glory days but were left with an embarassment for the overplayed antics and superficial plot. A word of advice for Mr. Ford..."We still love ya buddy! It's time to stick to the romantic leads and dramatic roles. We will keep going to your movies. You have earned a spot among the greats. But please do not try to find any more long lost relics, swim the piranna filled rivers, wrestle anacondas or jump the grand canyon in a rocket. You are a better actor than these movies will ever allow you to show."
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Narnia Decaf
PostedMay 22, 2008
For those who want to continue the imagination train on the Narnia tracks, this vehicle is worth watching. Most of the special effects have been traded for costumes and the storyline only vaguely resembles the book, but I would still recommend the Narnia readers to enjoy without the critic's hat. The plot is interesting but the pace is very slow...lt is much like watching the entire superbowl in slow motion. It never really speeds up for more than a minute at a time. Costumes are bold and the water scene creative. The acting is about what you would expect from a foreign sequal. If you haven't read the book, you may not get the entire movie. If you have read the book, you will be disappointed that so much was left out. So just think of it as a teaser to get people to read the book. Go see it, but don't get your hopes up for a blockbuster like the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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MARVELous!!!
PostedMay 13, 2008
WOW!! This is why we go to the movies. Incredible action - fascinating plot twists - great graphics! The casting director did an excellent job of choosing just the right people for this bigger than life endeavor. Mr. Downey? His timing was right-on weather in comedy lines or just expressions. Jeff Bridges was larger than life as the villian par excellance. There wasn't a slow minute in the film. Even the music score was delightfully peculiar and edgy. I guess the best thing I can say about the movie is this...it has been a long time since a movie brought out the little boy in me. Go IRONMAN. Can you have the sequal ready soon?
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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It's All About Freedom...
PostedApril 22, 2008
Regardless of your beliefs on evolution or intellegent design, you have to admit that without an open exchange of ideas the truth cannot be delivered unquestionably. As long as there are questions about origins, there needs to be dialogue that has no boundries. This documentary, although not very exciting, shows the reality of the wall of separation between politically correct thinking and the freedom to ask relevant questions. Darwinist can refer to aliens, piggybacking molecules and mud soup but terminate any true scientist who questions the status quo. It is time for students to demand more of their teachers than party line answers with no discussion allowed. See the movie. Talk about it. Unless of course your boss will fire you for doing so.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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No thanks. I already did.
PostedApril 20, 2008
Yep. I met them in a thousand other movies that have already used every one of these punchlines. I met them in the Junior HIgh boys locker room when i was 12. I hope I never meet them again. For those that think that 'working blue' is 'making green', i think your 'too yellow' and it makes me see red. Two words my friends...grow up. Hurry up and get through your 40 years of puberty and think of something that can make a mature person laugh.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Kung Foolish Fun
PostedApril 20, 2008
For those like myself who are fans of the old school genre of martial arts, the Monkey King is brought to life in a way that honors the old traditions. Clips from Bruce Lee's teachings are a welcome source of nastalgia. The incredible martial arts skills of Jackie Chan and Jet Li are used and abused as the hollywod effects almost take away from the raw excitment of real Kung Fu. The plot is exceptionally better than most movies of this genre and the humor that is scattered throughout is refreshing. If you are looking for authentic Kung Fu, go elsewhere. If you are looking for exciting fight scenes that stretch the imagination, this is your movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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