Monthly Archives: March 2011

Day 9: The Saddest Film You’ve Ever Seen!

I don’t get teary eyed at a film easily.  No, I’m not trying to be some macho tough guy, it’s just how it is with me.  But, on the recommendation of some critics and the desire to expand my cinema … Continue reading

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NNWIJ: This Is Spinal Tap (1984)

Director: Rob Reiner Notable Cast: Rob Reiner, Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer, Bruno Kirby Rating: R Review:  The greatest rockumentary mockumentary.  Rob Reiner was one of the first directors to successfully parody the music industry, and the rock genre as a … Continue reading

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Day 8: A Film That Scares You The Most

Being a huge horror nerd, I don’t scare easy.  You can throw any Freddy, Jason, or Michael movie and I’ll probably end up laughing more than cowering.  I’ve seen more zombie films than anyone should, and enough gore to know … Continue reading

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Sucker Punch

Director: Zack Snyder Notable Cast: Emily Browning, Abbie Cornish, Vanessa Hudgens, Jena Malone, Carla Gugino, Jon Hamm Rating: PG-13 Review: “You will be unprepared:” the best possible tag line Sucker Punch could use.  Zack Snyder brings the mantra “go big … Continue reading

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Day 7: A Film You Love You Thought You Would Hate

I’m going to amend this category a tad and turn it into “A Film You Love You Thought You Would/DID Hate.”  I can’t explain it, but this particular movie did nothing for me in theaters.  In fact, I left with … Continue reading

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Day 6: A Film That You Watch Over And Over Again

Re-watch ability is crucial in a movie.  I want you to give me a reason to spend $50 on a collector’s DVD so I can watch a film a billion times over.  My extensive DVD collection spans so many genres, it’s hard … Continue reading

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Paul

Director: Greg Mottola Notable Cast: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Kristen Wiig, Seth Rogen, Jason Bateman, Bill Hader, Joe Lo Truglio, John Carrol Lynch, Sigourney Weaver Rating: R Review:  Paul, the first big comedy of the year.  What do you get … Continue reading

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Day 5: A Film That Always Cheers You Up

A film that always cheers me up will not be what you’re expecting, trust me.  You’re probably thinking something light-hearted, funny, and gag filled.  Or maybe an animated film that does nothing but charm the pants off of you.  But … Continue reading

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Day 4: A Film By Your Favorite Director

Wow, I have to pick a favorite director?  That could be even harder than favorite movie. So many directors have their own style and genre they own, so depending on my mood my choice can vary.  Honestly, I have a … Continue reading

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Red Riding Hood

Director: Catherine Hardwicke Notable Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Gary Oldman, Billy Burke, Virginia Madsen, Max Irons, Shiloh Fernandez Review: PG-13 Review:  Great, another director that will never be able to shake the stereotype of her first movie.  Everything that made Twilight … Continue reading

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