Archive for the ‘Five Stars’ Category

Pixar’s UP 3-D (Theaters)

Up, Up and Away! Pixar’s latest release UP, was easily the best animated movie I’ve seen so far this year. Bob Peterson and the rest of the Disney/Pixar team have come together to produce yet another exceptional film. Without giving away too much, I will mention that UP begins with a sweet...
June 12th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

Star Trek (Theaters)

Star Trek was an outstanding film. J.J. Abrams has absolutely outdone himself with this wonderfully cast and brilliantly directed film, mixing the old with the new, and pushing its limits without ever straying too far from original Trek universe. With one single stroke, J.J. has revitalized what was...
May 8th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

The Wrestler (DVD)

When I watched The Wrestler, I didn’t really know what to expect. I knew a little about what the movie was about, but I didn’t think it would wind up being anywhere near as engaging and inspirational as it was. Every wrestling fan has a favorite wrestler who they think they know, due to...
April 20th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

Slumdog Millionaire (DVD)

I’ve been wanting to watch Slumdog Millionaire for a long time but I just never got around to it. Other movies, combined with a busy schedule just didn’t give me a chance to check it out in theaters. I’m a huge fan of director Danny Boyle’s work, particularly 28 Days Later and...
March 30th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

The Secret Life of Bees (DVD)

Based on a novel by Sue Monk Kidd, The Secret Life of Bees is a powerful story of love, hate, and reconciliation. Set in the eastern state of South Carolina during the initiation of the Civil Rights Act, this film depicts the life of a young white girl named Lily, who believes in bad karma, struggles...
February 20th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More