I really, really loved this film. Michelle Williams gave a great performance as Wendy, and Lucy was adorable, as well. A solid performance from everyone, actually. It was also really short, too, and flew by. HIGHLY recommended to everyone.
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G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009) 4.5/10 - childish. I knew this was based on a cartoon show and toy line but I expected it to be a little more then a live action version of the cartoon show, bad acting and writing included (I wish they would've properly marketed it as a kids movie). I guess one could expect this from Stephen Sommers, whose only work I enjoyed was the original The Mummy (1999) 7.5/10 remake, as I found all of his other work to be a little childish. In-fact, the story is so dumb, cartoony, corny and cliché ridden that it makes Michael Bay movies come off as poetry. The only thing keeping it from being a total bust is that it kept me entertained the whole runtime.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) 5.5/10 - way too much Michael Bay here. I saw this in theaters and my opinion hasen't changed seeing it on Blu. It almost seems like any story the writers made was covered in Bay-splosions, Bay-humor, and Bay-tosterone. Everything is just an excuse for action without meaning. The original Transformers (2007) 7.5/10 I consider the greatest Michael Bay film as it perfectly balanced Bay (F/X) and story but the new one is just too much Bay. Its not even funny like the first one and while its the same length with more action, because of the lack of meaning behind the action, it felt longer and really dragged towards the end. Its just sad that bad sequel's like this seem to gross so much and reward mediocrity.
Drag Me to Hell (2009) 6/10 - another Sam Raimi horror movie. Just like his evil dead franchise, its less of a true horror movie and more of an over-the-top campy horror movie. Just like those other horror movies hes made, I found it just alright but at least it wasn't total crap like his final Spider-Man installment. If your looking for PG-13 horror that is just fun and won't ever give you nightmares, give this a look.
Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009) 6.5/10 - I found it just average like the first two films. The first one probably being just a little better then the final two, as a whole they are all pretty even. As a kid, though, I probably would've like this one the most as I was obsessed with dinosaurs (I had every Land Before Time movie). Kids will enjoy and I kind of wish I saw it in 3D. Has some nice animation and I must say, the mammoths really benefited from the Horton rig update, way more expressive.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) 5.5/10 - way too much Michael Bay here. I saw this in theaters and my opinion hasen't changed seeing it on Blu. It almost seems like any story the writers made was covered in Bay-splosions, Bay-humor, and Bay-tosterone. Everything is just an excuse for action without meaning. The original Transformers (2007) 7.5/10 I consider the greatest Michael Bay film as it perfectly balanced Bay (F/X) and story but the new one is just too much Bay. Its not even funny like the first one and while its the same length with more action, because of the lack of meaning behind the action, it felt longer and really dragged towards the end. Its just sad that bad sequel's like this seem to gross so much and reward mediocrity.
Drag Me to Hell (2009) 6/10 - another Sam Raimi horror movie. Just like his evil dead franchise, its less of a true horror movie and more of an over-the-top campy horror movie. Just like those other horror movies hes made, I found it just alright but at least it wasn't total crap like his final Spider-Man installment. If your looking for PG-13 horror that is just fun and won't ever give you nightmares, give this a look.
Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009) 6.5/10 - I found it just average like the first two films. The first one probably being just a little better then the final two, as a whole they are all pretty even. As a kid, though, I probably would've like this one the most as I was obsessed with dinosaurs (I had every Land Before Time movie). Kids will enjoy and I kind of wish I saw it in 3D. Has some nice animation and I must say, the mammoths really benefited from the Horton rig update, way more expressive.
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Up - Man. Just.... whoa. This movie makes me a little misty-eyed. You know, I think most of its power comes from its score. Giacchino did an even better job with this one than "The Incredibles" and "Ratatouille!" In a way, I do think it feels like two different movies trying to be one (drama about a depressed old man and a boy from a broken family/comedic action film about talking dogs and flying machines), and yet they're both such enjoyable movies that it works! 
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I heard it's not at all like the toy line/cartoon characters.jpanimation wrote:G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009) 4.5/10 - childish. I knew this was based on a cartoon show and toy line but I expected it to be a little more then a live action version of the cartoon show, bad acting and writing included (I wish they would've properly marketed it as a kids movie). I guess one could expect this from Stephen Sommers, whose only work I enjoyed was the original The Mummy (1999) 7.5/10 remake, as I found all of his other work to be a little childish. In-fact, the story is so dumb, cartoony, corny and cliché ridden that it makes Michael Bay movies come off as poetry. The only thing keeping it from being a total bust is that it kept me entertained the whole runtime.
I never saw the film, but I could smell it's stink from the moment I saw the trailer.
Monsieur Verdoux (1947)
Obviously not one of Chaplin's best films, but a whole lot better than A King in New York (1957), which I watched recently. Still, this film has a lot of very funny moments; some of which had me in stitches. The story is about a man who seduces and murders rich women for a living. Hilarity ensues when he can't get rid of one of his wives, a particularly annoying broad. Ultimately, he gets caught by the police of course. I like the political monologue he gives at the end, essentially calling the authorities hypocrites for prosecuting him, while the entire world population is killing each other on a massive scale (takes place in the 1930's).
Death and the Maiden (1994)
Sigourney Weaver plays a surviver of the torture to which she was exposed by the military junta of a not-specified Latin-American country (although the very specific descriptions of her torture strongly resemble declarations from victims of the Pinochet-regime). Strong psychological thriller, but also very depressing, knowing that what happened to this fictional character has happened to hundred of thousands (if not millions) of people during the military dictatorships in Latin-America in the 1970's and 1980's (paid for by the United States).
Emphasize is laid on the multiple rape that the Weaver-character had to go through, and the psychological damage she suffered from it. I found that to be a little hypocritical coming from child rapist Polanski. I'm glad he will finally be held accountable for his deeds.
Obviously not one of Chaplin's best films, but a whole lot better than A King in New York (1957), which I watched recently. Still, this film has a lot of very funny moments; some of which had me in stitches. The story is about a man who seduces and murders rich women for a living. Hilarity ensues when he can't get rid of one of his wives, a particularly annoying broad. Ultimately, he gets caught by the police of course. I like the political monologue he gives at the end, essentially calling the authorities hypocrites for prosecuting him, while the entire world population is killing each other on a massive scale (takes place in the 1930's).
Death and the Maiden (1994)
Sigourney Weaver plays a surviver of the torture to which she was exposed by the military junta of a not-specified Latin-American country (although the very specific descriptions of her torture strongly resemble declarations from victims of the Pinochet-regime). Strong psychological thriller, but also very depressing, knowing that what happened to this fictional character has happened to hundred of thousands (if not millions) of people during the military dictatorships in Latin-America in the 1970's and 1980's (paid for by the United States).
Emphasize is laid on the multiple rape that the Weaver-character had to go through, and the psychological damage she suffered from it. I found that to be a little hypocritical coming from child rapist Polanski. I'm glad he will finally be held accountable for his deeds.
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Paranormal Activity (2007) 5/10 - just a boring movie. The acting is pretty good and towards the middle its gets a little creepy but it never really advances to the next step past creepy (you know, semi-scary). As far as shaky cam horror goes, The Blair Witch Project (1999) 6/10 is better and I still don't like that movie very much. I think there wasn't enough in the way of story or even character development here to really keep your attention. I watched the original version, didn't like it and then watched the theatrical version that seems to be scaring so many kids, still didn't like it (actually find it worst since it tries to end with one of those lame silent, then quick flash, startle tactics). Just take it for what its worth, a low budget, bump in the night movie. Some people have been calling this the most overrated movie of this decade, but I have to disagree, as The Dark Knight (2008) 7.5/10 will forever hold that spot (at least IMDB ratings have been properly adjusting themselves post-hype for PA).
Waiting... (2005) 8/10 - rented this for my Mom & Dad as people kept quoting it and they wanted to know what its all about. Its become a cult movie and it is quite funny (more so for those who've worked in foods) and its my first viewing since I first saw it in high school. Some people won't agree with the immature humor and sexist views presented, just like found in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004) 7.5/10 but for those who find that stuff funny, this movie is for you.
Tinker Bell (2008) 6/10 - yes, I watched it and it was better then I expected. The animation was also better then you would normally see for a DTV release. Not the Tinkerbell and Neverland Peter Pan fans will remember, a completely new universe, and its feels like a totally new franchise. I'm sure this will be popular as there is a bunch of likable characters and Tink goes through some problems that little girls might relate to (couldn't get over the fact that she has Katara's voice from Avatar). The story is nothing to write home to but it feels enough effort was put into this new franchise that longtime fans shouldn't be too upset and kids will surely enjoy it.
Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure (2009) 6/10 - I enjoyed this effort the same as the first. While the first was busy introducing all the characters in Pixie Hollow, this one pushes them all back so that Tink and her boyfriend can take center place. Once again, nothing to get excited about but not bad. By the end of this one, you keep feeling that this will be turned into a TV show once they're done with the last movie, when it probably would've made a good show to begin with since the movies feel like long TV episodes (look how long it took The Land Before Time franchise to get out of the DTV mode and into a TV show).
The Hangover (2009) 8/10 - not overrated in the least bit. I actually found this to be the funniest movie since Superbad (2007) 8.5/10. Whats crazy is I actually know people exactly like every one of the main characters and I could really relate to this one. What I like about these movies is they don't resort to the SNL movie star style of fart jokes and weak crap like that where all the main characters feel like they have some sort of mental disorder (too exaggerated and unrelatable, sorry Will Ferrell). Here there is only one mental case and the rest seem like they have some shred of intelligence so you can actually relate to them. Funny movie.
Up (2009) 8/10 - another great Pixar movie. Saw it in theaters and now on Blu, but still regret not seeing it in 3D. Really nice character driven movie with some emotional wallop. As a dog lover, couldn't get over the dogs but hated the over-use of the squirrel joke. Very creative, great story (ending a little weak), wonderfully animated, and superbly directed. Not my favorite Pixar but very good none-the-less.
Waiting... (2005) 8/10 - rented this for my Mom & Dad as people kept quoting it and they wanted to know what its all about. Its become a cult movie and it is quite funny (more so for those who've worked in foods) and its my first viewing since I first saw it in high school. Some people won't agree with the immature humor and sexist views presented, just like found in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004) 7.5/10 but for those who find that stuff funny, this movie is for you.
Tinker Bell (2008) 6/10 - yes, I watched it and it was better then I expected. The animation was also better then you would normally see for a DTV release. Not the Tinkerbell and Neverland Peter Pan fans will remember, a completely new universe, and its feels like a totally new franchise. I'm sure this will be popular as there is a bunch of likable characters and Tink goes through some problems that little girls might relate to (couldn't get over the fact that she has Katara's voice from Avatar). The story is nothing to write home to but it feels enough effort was put into this new franchise that longtime fans shouldn't be too upset and kids will surely enjoy it.
Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure (2009) 6/10 - I enjoyed this effort the same as the first. While the first was busy introducing all the characters in Pixie Hollow, this one pushes them all back so that Tink and her boyfriend can take center place. Once again, nothing to get excited about but not bad. By the end of this one, you keep feeling that this will be turned into a TV show once they're done with the last movie, when it probably would've made a good show to begin with since the movies feel like long TV episodes (look how long it took The Land Before Time franchise to get out of the DTV mode and into a TV show).
The Hangover (2009) 8/10 - not overrated in the least bit. I actually found this to be the funniest movie since Superbad (2007) 8.5/10. Whats crazy is I actually know people exactly like every one of the main characters and I could really relate to this one. What I like about these movies is they don't resort to the SNL movie star style of fart jokes and weak crap like that where all the main characters feel like they have some sort of mental disorder (too exaggerated and unrelatable, sorry Will Ferrell). Here there is only one mental case and the rest seem like they have some shred of intelligence so you can actually relate to them. Funny movie.
Up (2009) 8/10 - another great Pixar movie. Saw it in theaters and now on Blu, but still regret not seeing it in 3D. Really nice character driven movie with some emotional wallop. As a dog lover, couldn't get over the dogs but hated the over-use of the squirrel joke. Very creative, great story (ending a little weak), wonderfully animated, and superbly directed. Not my favorite Pixar but very good none-the-less.
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Beauty and the Beast (Special Edition) - Just watched this again, and introduced it to my younger brother via the magic of YouTube. One of my favorite DACs, and I think he loved it, too! I thought he was going to cry, which he never does! And, yes, say what you like about the Special Edition version.... I love it. I don't mind the colors too much, and "Human Again" is such a nice number, and definitely illustrates exactly how badly all of the servants want their humanity back, and you really feel for their desire to "hook up" Belle and Adam.
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Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Meance (1999) - Easily the weakest of the Star Wars saga. but not entirely bad.
6/10
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002) - An okay entry, but boring in a few areas.
6/10
Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (2005) - Easily the best of the prequel trilogy and the fourth best film in the saga overall.
7.5/10
Up (2009) - Watched this on my Blu-Ray player. The best film of the year so far. The picture quality was REALLY good as well.
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Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002) - An okay entry, but boring in a few areas.
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Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (2005) - Easily the best of the prequel trilogy and the fourth best film in the saga overall.
7.5/10
Up (2009) - Watched this on my Blu-Ray player. The best film of the year so far. The picture quality was REALLY good as well.
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Yesterday at my friend's house, we watched Enchanted (her choice, but I was happy!), and Ratatouille (my choice, but she was happy). Good times, wonderful movies. I love Enchanted more every time I see it; I've definitely seen it more than any other Disney movie of the past few years. And Ratatouille is always fun.
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I watched it too, there were a few people who were so scared they actually left the theatre screaming (even guys were screaming lol), but there was this girl who was so scared she ran out and fell to the floor.PeterPanfan wrote:Paranormal Activity - Saw this last night, and I definitely thought it was overrated. While some scenes were actually scary/suspenseful, most of it was just a build-up to nothing.
I started to think that I must be one creepy guy coz I wasn't scared (yeah some scenes gave me the goosebumps but I wasn't covering my eyes or whatever the others did, but I mean I watched the Exorcist when I was nine, so yeah it takes a lot to freak me out lol.
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Pocahontas (10th Anniversary Editon) - Makes me cry every time. Love it! Now, if only I could get "If I Never Knew You," and "Savages" out of my head.... For some reason, those are my two biggest "earworms."
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So agree! I could watch "Enchanted" several times a week and never get bored. Something I don't normally say about 99.9% of Disney's recent live-action output.blackcauldron85 wrote:Yesterday at my friend's house, we watched Enchanted (her choice, but I was happy!), and Ratatouille (my choice, but she was happy). Good times, wonderful movies. I love Enchanted more every time I see it; I've definitely seen it more than any other Disney movie of the past few years. And Ratatouille is always fun.
Heavenly Creatures (1994)
One of the most boring films I've ever seen. In the first 5 minutes, you see two young girls, covered in blood, come running screaming from the woods, so you think something exciting is going to happen... Then the film turns in a very boring, dragging exposé of two strange girls who form an even stranger friendship. They do all kind of idiotic things together and the next 50 minutes you see them either dancing happily through the woods playing games, or crying like they've gone mad. Kate Winslet, who's usually good, only has two facial expressions in this film, and gives new meaning to the term 'overacting'. Avoid this film like the plague.
Foreign Correspondent (1940)
One of Hitchcock´s lesser known films, but one of his best, in my opinion. Set in 1939, an inexperienced American newspaper correspondent is sent to London and Amsterdam to interview an important Dutch diplomat about the situation in Europe. In good Hitchcockian fashion, this innocent man inadvertently gets wrapped up in a conspiracy to kidnap the diplomat. The film has so many plot-twists and surprises, it's unbelievable. The suspense was almost killing me. All the actors were great, but I want to single out George Sanders, outstanding as always. Funny detail: in the sequence in Amsterdam, they used American actors to play Dutchmen, who, of course, speak Dutch. Well, I'm a Dutchman myself and I didn't understand a word of the jibberish that had to pass as Dutch!
One of the most boring films I've ever seen. In the first 5 minutes, you see two young girls, covered in blood, come running screaming from the woods, so you think something exciting is going to happen... Then the film turns in a very boring, dragging exposé of two strange girls who form an even stranger friendship. They do all kind of idiotic things together and the next 50 minutes you see them either dancing happily through the woods playing games, or crying like they've gone mad. Kate Winslet, who's usually good, only has two facial expressions in this film, and gives new meaning to the term 'overacting'. Avoid this film like the plague.
Foreign Correspondent (1940)
One of Hitchcock´s lesser known films, but one of his best, in my opinion. Set in 1939, an inexperienced American newspaper correspondent is sent to London and Amsterdam to interview an important Dutch diplomat about the situation in Europe. In good Hitchcockian fashion, this innocent man inadvertently gets wrapped up in a conspiracy to kidnap the diplomat. The film has so many plot-twists and surprises, it's unbelievable. The suspense was almost killing me. All the actors were great, but I want to single out George Sanders, outstanding as always. Funny detail: in the sequence in Amsterdam, they used American actors to play Dutchmen, who, of course, speak Dutch. Well, I'm a Dutchman myself and I didn't understand a word of the jibberish that had to pass as Dutch!
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Goliath, I'm glad to see there is another Hitchcock and Billy Wilder fan on here. I must agree with your summary on Foreign Correspondent, its such an underrated movie that it makes me sick. The plane crash scene holds up well today and its a shame that many people have never heard of this movie (many Hitchcock greats get overshadowed by his late 50's and early 60's efforts).
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone-I've had the HD-DVD for two years version, but never watched (that particular version) all the way through. Now seemed like a good time since I upgraded my sound system, and that really makes a difference. The music sounded much more comfortable to my ears, and there was no signal noise.