Archive for the ‘Three Stars’ Category

Bangkok Dangerous (DVD)

Typically, movies that deal with hitmen follow a simple formula. At some point in the beginning of the movie, the hitman talks about the rules or guidelines for being an effective hitman.  These usually contain at least one rule about not getting personal with anyone or something to that effect.  Next,...
January 3rd, 2009 | Movies, Three Stars | Read More

Valkyrie (Theaters)

When I first saw the previews for this movie, it immediately grabbed my attention. World War II films are fairly common, however Valkyrie was original in that it told the story of the fight against Hitler from a viewpoint within the Nazi ranks. The inclusion of Tom Cruise was also an added bonus, not...
December 30th, 2008 | Movies, Three Stars | Read More

Quantum of Solace (Theaters)

After hearing about this movie for a month, I was finally able to go and check it out for myself. Despite the mixed reviews I had heard, I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of depth in this movie not only because it was an action movie but also because it was a Bond movie. There are people who love...
December 16th, 2008 | Movies, Three Stars | Read More

Get Smart (DVD)

I have never been a huge fan of comedy films, but I must admit that I genuinely enjoyed Get Smart. The casting was perfect for this film, and although it had a weak storyline and predictable plot, the stars of the film made up for it with some solid performances. Hardly a fan of the original series,...
December 6th, 2008 | Movies, Three Stars | Read More

Tropic Thunder (DVD)

Personally, I wasn’t overly impressed with Tropic Thunder. It had it moments and a few scenes were laugh out loud hilarious, but it was hardly the comedic scorcher I thought it would be. I guess it had to do with the fact that I’m not huge Ben Stiller or Jack Black fan. In this film I...
November 21st, 2008 | Movies, Three Stars | Read More