Archive for the ‘Five Stars’ Category

Shutter Island (Theaters)

Psychological thrillers are a lot like telling a joke. While the content and the set up are all very important, what makes it or breaks it is the delivery of the punchline. We’ve all heard even the best jokes screwed up by a poorly delivered punchline. The same rings true for thrillers. There is...
February 27th, 2010 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

The Hurt Locker (DVD)

The Hurt Locker flew relatively under the radar in most cities when it was released this summer. Those lucky enough to catch a showing have been going on and on about how great the film is, while those of us who did not get a chance to see it were eagerly waiting until we would get our chance. That chance...
January 12th, 2010 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

The Secret Life of Bees (DVD)

Sue Monk Kidd’s The Secret Life of Bees tells an incredibly brave and daring story of a 14-year-old Lily who flees from her home to find solace and sanctuary in the home of another family miles and miles away. The story – set to motion picture by Director Gina Prince-Bythewood - features a stunning...
November 7th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

Gran Torino (DVD)

I love Clint Eastwood movies. I may not have watched all of them yet, but I’m sure that I will some time soon get the chance to. His selection of screenplays seems very careful and very insightful. His movies usually start off lukewarm without any foretelling of what’s about to ensue. And although...
November 7th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

Zombieland (Theaters)

Zombieland is the best movie I’ve seen all year, hands down. This movie won’t appeal to everyone, especially those who are squeamish, but for anyone who can stomach some above average gore is definitely in for an exciting and hilarious time. It’s been a while since I watched a movie...
October 4th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

Inglourious Basterds (Theaters)

Whenever Quentin Tarantino releases a new film, it is almost like an event unto itself. Factor in his collaboration with Brad Pitt, perhaps one of the most recognizable actors on the planet, and the hype machine just accelerates into overdrive. Tarantino has also been working on the script for Inglourious...
August 24th, 2009 | Entertainment, Five Stars, Movies | Read More

District 9 (Theaters)

Alien movies are a dime a dozen. Everyone has their favorite incarnations of visitors from other planets. Everything from a reeses pieces eating, bike riding friendly alien to vicious, war mongering aliens with advanced weaponry who hunt humans for sport, the idea of visitors from another planet is...
August 17th, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More

Funny People (Theaters)

While many comedies are flat out hilarious, once in a while you come across one that is something much more than just a laugh fest. Whether it be a life lesson conveyed by the film or just something provocative enough to keep you thinking after the credits roll, these comedies offer much more beyond...
August 2nd, 2009 | Five Stars, Movies | Read More