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The Bourne Ultimatum

4 Stars

Well I'm not sure is the series is over, but it was very good from beginning to now. Damon, Stiles & Allen was very impressive in their performances and the action scenes were outstanding.

In movies like this there are always connections even with the characters. My wife tells me that Nikki and Jason might have an even deeper past, but I'm not sure. It would make some since though.

The assassins sent out on this movie were great as well, especially the fight scene in Tangier, Morocco.

I'm not sure if they will think of doing another sequel. I'm not sure what they can think of since Bourne found pretty much all of his answers. If there is one I will definitely see it.

This is an owner I do recommend everyone to see it in theaters.

Later...............

P.S. I am very looking forward to Beowulf.

Been A While

I'm back folks! Sorry I have not posted here in a while. I was crazy busy, but I have seen a lot of new shows and flicks. Here is a brief rating of the films I have seen this summer.

Spiderman 3 - 3.5 Stars

Shrek The Third - 2.5 Stars

Georgia Rule - 2.5 Stars

Knocked Up - 3.5 Stars

Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End - 4.5 Stars

Fantastic Four: Rise Of The Silver Surfer - 3 Stars

Ocean's 13 - 2.5 Stars

Evan Almighty - 3 Stars

Ratatoullie - 3 Stars

Transformers - 4 Stars

Licence to Wed - 2.5 Stars

Sicko - 3 Stars

Live Free or Die Hard - 4 Stars

Harry Potter & The Order Of The Pheonix - 4 Stars

I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry - 3.5 Stars

Those are the films I saw this summer so far. Future films will have a full post as I will work hard to keep up with this.

TV reviews are next.

By The Power Of Greyskull

3 Stars


From The Makers Of Shaun Of The Dead


Nicholas Angel (Simon Pegg) is the finest cop London has to offer, with an arrest record 400% higher than any other officer on the force. He's so good, he makes everyone else look bad. As a result, Angel's superiors send him to a place where his talents won't be quite so embarrassing -- the sleepy and seemingly crime-free village of Sandford.

Hilarious! I don't like to set expectations on a film, but this one was what I expected. Simon Pegg & Nick Frost team back up now as cops wanting to make a difference in a small town outside of London. I agree with a co-worker of mine in that the best part is definately towards the end.

Timothy Dalton was also pretty entertaining in this film. If you don't remember him, he was James Bond between Roger Moore and Pierce Brosnan. He unfortunately only did 2 Bond films, The Living Daylights & Licence To Kill. Other than that he was a pretty broad actor with no limits starring in films like Jane Eyre, Lion In Winter, Flash Gordon, Beautician and The Beast, Rocketeer, Hildalgo & even Looney Tunes: Back In Action. Like I said no limits.

Other actors include Jim Broadbent (Moulin Rouge, Art School Confidential & Narnia) & Edward Woodward (Uncle Tom's Cabin, A Christmas Carol & The Wicker Man ('74)).

I do highly recommend seeing this film especially if you even just liked Shaun Of The Dead. Owner.

Future Changes

2 Stars

Las Vegas showroom magician Cris Johnson (Nicolas Cage) has a secret which is a gift and a curse which torments him: he can see a few minutes into the future. Sick of the examinations he underwent as a child and the interest of the government and medical establishment in his power, he lies low under an assumed name in Vegas, performing cheap tricks and living off small-time gambling "winnings."

I would say this film was a cross from Matrix, Momento & Final Destination. People would complain about Cage's choice in movies. Cage always have an unusual choice in movies. Just like Depp or Travolta. I don't know.

The majority vote on this film was that it sucked. Mostly because of the ending. Now if folks were paying attention to the preview(s) of this film they would have heard them say that you wouldn't believe the ending. That prepared me for anything. People are so stuck in the traditional ways of movies that they are no longer open to different things, but that does stop the industry because even though folks complain they still see the films.

I thought the flick was okay. Cage was his standard self with his serious, out-of-it way with a touch of dry comedy. The only thing that threw me was Julianne Moore. She plays this bad ass Federal Agent who just don't take any crap from anyone. It was shocking yet a bit impressive. She kind of pulls it off.

I am a little bit worried about Jessica Biel for she is getting this reputation of being this movie slut or whore. This is thanks to films like Summer Catch, Texas Chainsaw, Stealth, The Illusionist, and now Next. We will see how her future films will be. Hopefully people will view her as more of a well rounded actress.

I would say to check it out when you like. Maybe not worth full price.

Twinkie Tower

3.5 Stars

After his father's death, Kale (Shia LaBeouf) becomes sullen, withdrawn, and troubled -- so much so that he finds himself under a court-ordered sentence of house arrest. His mother, Julie (Carrie-Anne Moss), works night and day to support herself and her son, only to be met with indifference and lethargy. The walls of his house begin to close in on Kale. He becomes a voyeur as his interests turn outside the windows of his suburban home towards those of his neighbors, one of which Kale begins to suspect is a serial killer. But, are his suspicions merely the product of cabin fever and his overactive imagination?

Some predicted this to be a typical teen flick, but it became much more. It has been number 1 for a few weeks now and I see it staying there until Spiderman 3 releases. Shia was pretty impressive in this film. If some of you don't remember him he was in Holes, Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, I Robot, Constantine & Bobby. He will also be starring in the upcoming blockbuster, Transformers. This is a movie I definately recommend folks to check out especially if you like suspense or thriller.

Other actors are David Morse (12 Monkeys & The Green Mile), Sarah Roemer (Asylm & Grudge 2) & Jose Pablo Cantillo (Manchurian Candidate & Crank).

WWE!

2.5 Stars

The WWE! drops a film starring Steve Austin called The Condemned. You would think that this film being from the World Wrestling Entertainment would be horrible, but it wasn't half bad.

A select group of death row inmates are offered the opportunity to compete in a deadly game on an abandoned island for one week. The winner of the game will have his or her sentence dropped down to life imprisonment and avoid execution.

Other actors include Vinnie Jones (Snatch & Gone In 60 Seconds), Rick Hoffman (Bernie Mac Show & Hostel) & Nathan Jones (Fearless & WWE).

It's a decent film to check out if you are into Running Man crossed with Commando.

Moo MoFo Moo

Planet Terror - 3 Stars
Death Proof - 4 Stars
Grindhouse - 3.5 Stars


Planet Terror definately shows Rodriguez's love for horror. Two doctors (Marley Shelton & Josh Brolin) find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry (Rose McGowan), a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend Wray (Freddy Rodriguez) lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.

I felt this film was pretty good given that I am usually not into horror. I will say that Rodriguez best flick is Deperado followed by From Dusk Til Dawn.

Next was Quentin Tarantino's Death Proof. Austin's hottest DJ, Jungle Julia, sets out into the night to unwind with her two friends Shanna an Arlene. Covertly tracking their moves is Stuntman Mike, a scarred rebel leering from behind the wheel of his muscle car, revving just feet away.

I felt this film was the better of the two, but then again I love Tarantino films more that Rodriguez, but not by that much. Action over horror!!!! Planet Terror kind of drags on almost too long yet Death Proof seems like it goes a bit too quick. Then again Death Proof in 15 minutes longer than Planet Terror go figure.

Another interesting feature in Grindhouse are the trailers/fake trailers. They are something to see. I kind of wonder if they will make another Grindhouse. The show didn't blow up they way folks expected, but it is definately something for Rodriguez/Tarantino fans to see.

Desperado and Pulp Fiction are still the best.

Check It Out!!!!!!!

Back Those Cookies

Viewed April 14, 2007 in Theaterstars

3.5 Stars

We went out to check out this film in 3D. Pretty nice. Would have been better if I would have been awake. The movie wasn't boring, but I was so freakin' tired. Kind of pissed me off, but from what I saw it was a really good film. Some of the hilarious parts was the mind control of Frankie the frog & of course the chase with the T-Rex and Lewis. I do recommend folks to check this film out. It's pretty cute. BTW disney did get some help from Pixar on this. They are also re-releasing The Nightmare Before Christmas 3D in October. Looking forward to that.

Anime Report I

SHOWS I PICKED UP

From the makers of Full Metal Alchemist (Aniplex) & Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex (Production I.G.) comes Blood Plus. An Okinawan high school senior, Saiya, with amnesia must come to learn who she really is and what her powers are in order to save her family from vampires. Seem like a promising show continuing the graphics of Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex.

Shonen Jump, makers of Naruto brings you Bleach. Rukia, a Soul Reaper, comes to the human world and finds an average kid with tremendous spirit potential, Ichigo. Her powers are transfered into him and he slowly learns the ways of the Soul Reaper. Showing the same hilarious sides of most anime. Of course Ichigo doesn't go through all battles alone. He has a lot of allies. Definately worth checking out.


Dropped Shows:
Mar, One Piece, Prince Of Tennis & Zatch Bell

Bone In Zamboni

3 Stars

Viewed: Friday, April 6, 2007 in theaters

Hilarious film. Probably one of the best comedic teams I have ever seen. Two figure skating greats have a falling out in the championships, but after going through some loopholes they manage to return to the scene, as a team.

Starring Will Ferrell (Talladega Nights), Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Amy Poehler (SNL), Will Arnet (Arrested Development), Jenna Fischer (The Office), Nick Swardson (Click & Malibu's Most Wanted), Romany Malco (The 40-Year-Old Virgin), & Craig T. Nelson (Coach)

Definately a film to check out. The only issue I had with this film was that it went a bit too fast, but what more could you do with it. It is great to see Heder's career growing like it is.

It's an owner.