Movies #277-279

11/16/2008

279. Role Models (2008)
In Theaters
This movie really delivers on the laughs where it counts and this is easily the best non-Judd Apatow produced comedy that I've seen in a little bit. Paul Rudd is awesome as always and Sean William Scott does surprisingly well with the role also, he's been picking some smart roles recently, like he all of s sudden actually cares about his career. Must Watch

11/15/2008

277. Quantum of Solace (2008)
In Theaters
This movie kicks so much ass, that it can't really even be quantified. It's an understatement to say that I was surprised that this was the Marc Foster Bond movie, you know the guy who directed Monster's Ball and Neverland. I love how much different this is from the other Bond movies in that it continues a story from the previous film and really makes it more of a movie instead of just another installment in a franchise. MUST WATCH!!!


278. Suspiria (1977)
Off DVR, Shown on Turner Classic Movies (widescreen, uncut)
Why is this movie considered a classic?? It’s super clunky and drives the viewer to brink of boredom several times, some nice death scenes but they are few and far between. This movie is just odd, but not an endearing oddness.

Movies #275-276

11/05/2008

276. The Kremlin Letter (1970)
Off DVR, Shown on Fox Movie Channel (uncut, widescreen)
This one directed by John Huston is an above average spy movie for the time, must see if you have a fever for some retro cold war spyness.

11/04/2008

275. Scanners (1981)
Off DVR, Shown on IFC (widescreen, uncut)
This movie is pretty well done and really executes on the idea that if I concentrate hard enough I can make your head explode. Patrick McGoohan is always a treat to watch also. Must Watch.

Movie #274

11/01/2008

274. Futurama: Benders Game (2008)
Other Means
While overall I enjoyed the first two Futurama direct to DVD movies more than this one, I did still enjoy this movie but the tie in for the Lord of the Rings storyline was pretty weak, I didn’t mind see their spin on LOR but it seemed a little forced to include it in the movie. I’m always happy to see new Futurama material though

Movie #273

10/24/2008

273. The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
Off DVR, Shown on IFC (widescreen, uncut)
While a lot of the scenes may seem unfocused and without direction or purpose (and a few are), most let you in more on what the reality of the world that the characters inhibit. Overall this was quite an enjoyable watch. Worth Watching.

Movie #272

10/17/2008

272. Babylon A.D. (2008)
Other Means
This was a passion project for the director that he worked on developing for years, so I’m not sure if he was happy with how this ended up but he must have known what he was going for when he cast Vin Diesel as the lead. This is a pretty over the top euro-trashy romp that takes it’s self a little too seriously at times. I can’t really saw I came away from this with anything memorable. Pass

Movie #271

10/10/2008

271. Shaolin vs Evil Dead (2004)
Off DVD
While this movie isn't especially good, nothing can really completely deliver on what my mind came up with when I saw the title on the cheap dvd rack. Pass

Movies #261-270

10/05/2008

270. Shogun Assassin (1980)
Off DVD
GZA's Liquid Swords samples alot of the dialogue from this movie, and after watching it you'll know why, because this movie is super badass. This has as much samurai ass kicking action as you could ever need from one film. Must Watch

10/04/2008

268. Naked Killer 2 (1993)
Off DVD
This movie really threw me for a loop because it has nothing to do with the first Naked Killer, it just seems like they made a movie with the same actress and then just put this title on it to sell it. Stick to the first Naked Killer.


269. War (2007)
Other Means
Big pile of rubbish with a few action scenes thrown in, moving on.

10/03/2008

267. Bug (2006)
Other Means
This play turned movie actually translates pretty well, I'm not an Ashley Judd fan but she really captures the truly desperate woman in this disturbing at times movie.

10/02/2008

266. The Fall (2006)
Other Means
Directing Tarsem again fails to bring the substance, but he always brings the flair, and while parts of this movie are incredibly beautiful they don't really worth together as a movie. Also I felt that we spent to much time in the real world when the fantasy story should have been center piece in the film.

10/01/2008

265. Get Smart (2008)
Other Means
I had kind of low expectations going into this movie, but I was happily surprised with how much chemistry that Carrell and Hathaway have together, this is just a fun action / spy movie.

09/30/2008

262. Bad Sleep Well (1960)
Off DVR, Shown on Turner Classic Movies (widescreen)
This is a Kurosawa movie that takes place in contemporary times, unlike the majority of his films. The movie follows a family business and all the backstabbing and other politics that go on when legal charges are being brought down on a large company. Well worth the watch.


263. Miracle at St. Anna (2008)
In Theaters
The majority of this movie is really engaging, but it complete falls apart in the last 30 minutes, and for that I'm going to blame the source material that the movie was based on. Disappointing, Spike almost had a home run here.


264. In Between Days (2006)
Off DVR, Shown on Sundance (widescreen, uncut)
This is a very sparse dialogue indie flick that follows one Korean girl as she adjusts to life in North America, there isn't really a lot going on this movie but I wasn't completely bored by it.

09/29/2008

261. The Black Cat (1968)
Off DVR, Shown on IFC (widescreen, uncut)
This is a folk tale adapted quite well for the screen, if your down for a movie with haunted forests and vengeneful spirits than this is right up your alley. Good movie