The Great Movie Catch-Up

Over the last 2 months I have made it my job to catch up on a bunch of movies. Believe it or not, my small town still has a video rental place, so in honor of old school movie watching, I have been a very good customer. Here is a quick and dirty listing of the 38 movies I have watched in the last 60 days and what I thought.

The REALLY BAD:

Prince of Persia: Even Jake G. couldn't hold my interest!

Jennifer's Body: Since Megan Fox cannot act, I am now convinced that she is indeed a demon, for real.

In the Name of the King: The acting was so bad this adventure became a comedy.

Bounty Hunter: Ridiculous!

The Ugly Truth: Perfect title.

Easy A: Easily an F.

Nine: Another musical that seems forced and pointless.

August Rush: I knew what they were TRYING to do, but they failed miserably.

The Killers: Rehashed, remodeled, nothing new here.

The Other Guys: I have no words to describe how unfunny it was.


Marginally Entertaining

From Paris with Love: Rys-Meyers was decent, Tavolta still annoys.

The Crazies: Horror movies are required to have inconsistent plot lines right?

The American: I sat through all that and then it ends like this? Ug! Nice cinematography.

Love and Other Drugs: Had high hopes for this one but you can't be everything to everyone.

Death Proof: It's Tarrentino. Not a fan, but I watched it anyway, just like his other flicks.

Hot Tub Time Machine: Parts were funny.

Remember Me: Sad ending, mish-mosh story lines.


Not to Shabby

Ghost Writer: Keeps you interested, nicely shot.

The Brothers Bloom: Keeps you guessing, quirky.

The Social Network: New reasons to curse Facebook.

Red: Fun with older actors...it's about time!

The Express: Not just a football movie.

Book of Eli: Many questions, interesting story.

District 9: Not your average Sci-Fi. Entertaining though frustrating at times.

Munich: Interesting view of a terrible tragedy.


Best of the Bunch

Catfish: Crazy documentary. I don't want to say any more.

Eat Pray Love: Surprised me. Really enjoyed the journey.

The Fantastic Mr. Fox: Amazing, quirky, well written.

The Young Victoria: Beautiful, historical, love story.

Daybreakers: Another surprise. Great take on classic vampire myths.

Casino Royale: Stylish, exciting first outing for new James Bond Daniel Craig.

The Road: Unsettling, emotionally charged and haunting.

Whip It: Fun, kick-ass girls and Ellen Page!

Julie & Julia: Cute, inspiring and interesting.

The Town: Thought the trailers showed everything, but it was worth the time.

I Love You Man: I LOVED it man!

Hathaway Is "Catwoman", Hardy is "Bane"

Nolan's Warner press release said: “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Anne Hathaway, who will be a fantastic addition to our ensemble as we complete our story.” Regarding, Tom Hardy who worked with Nolan on his latest film “Inception,” Nolan said: “I am delighted to be working with Tom again and excited to watch him bring to life our new interpretation of one of Batman’s most formidable enemies.”

I think Anne Hathaway is a surprisingly great casting choice. I have faith that she will breathe some life and depth into the character without stepping on the toes of classics the likes of Newmar, Kitt, Meriwether or Pfieffer. This will be a great chance for Hathaway to prove she has more dimensions as an actress. Lucky girl, role of a lifetime!

I like Tom Hardy and think he will also do a great job, however Bane is NOT my favorite of the Batman villains considering his part in the comic book universe. Since this is the final film in Nolan's series, I am hopeful that this "new interpretation" of Bane is a winner.

Nolan has yet to disappoint, and I hate to have too much information about a film before I see it. Curiosity killed the cat, so now my appetit is sated and I am content to wait for the release of the first trailer.