Inception -
Should See - Tell me if you've heard this one before. Movie has a mysterious or very ambiguous ending leading everyone to believe what they just watched was better than it actually was or was intensely profound. No doubt Inception was cool. It looked great, had some terrific (mostly) actors and a director who has done some of the best movies of the past decade. So what's the problem? Well the premise mostly. First of all you want someone to break apart their energy company? That's your big problem? Secondly, can't all of us think of about 4 million easier ways to convince someone to sell their company before we get to infiltrating their dreams? Even if this is the issue and this is the path we've chosen, I still don't understand why the "anaesthesiologist" needs to go into the dream. Wouldn't that guy be better used awake and making sure the target doesn't wake up? I know what you're thinking "you've got it all wrong the target was Cobb and the entire mission was a manipulation of his dream." OK, then basically we just experienced a Christopher Nolan effects masturbation porn film because in that case the film had not purpose or point what so ever. If we get past the plot issues, the fact that it's at least half an hour too long and that the third dream level is pointless, we're still left with Juno who is a terrible actress and getting worse by the movie. I kind of swore her movies off after Whip It but if she's going to be showing up in ensemble pieces, I could be in trouble for years to come. I know I've spent a lot of time pointing out what is wrong with the movie but even as a movie that rests mostly on its visual prowess, it is a hell of a lot better than garbage like the Matrix sequels. I was just didn't think Nolan, a director known for well crafted, though provoking films, lived up to expectations.
The Town -
Must See - If I had told you ten years ago Ben Affleck would be directing better movies than Jon Favreau and Kevin Smith, would you have believed it? I know Ben won an Oscar for co-writing Good Will Hunting, but as his career developed I think everyone assumed Matt Damon was the real talent behind the duo. Now as Favreau has entered his Lucas/Cameron style over substance period and Smith has always had a Dave Kingman like career, Affleck has now directed two of the better films over the past couple of years. He was smart enough to stick to what they knew, Boston area crime dramas in both. If you haven't seen Gone Baby Gone I highly recommend it and now I can equally recommend The Town. This movie about a group of local bank robbers led by Doug (Affleck) start to get nervous when they realize one of their latest robbery victims lives in the neighborhood. Doug soon finds himself torn between his loyalty to is partners and the woman he wants to leave the life for. Co-star Jeremy Renner delivers another unrelenting, high intensity performance as Doug's best friend and partner in crime. If you haven't already, see it. You'll like it plus Don Draper and Kobayashi are in it.
The Other Guys -
Skip it - This is just another example of throwing names in a crap movie to make money. I don't blame Will Ferrell, he's been a purveyor of garbage for years with the occasional gem mixed in. Marky Mark however, (and yes if you're going to make shit movies I'm gonna call you Marky Mark) I have to totally reconsider The Fighter after sitting through this turd for two hours. By the way, if you're hellbent on making a piece of crap at least have the decency to keep it to 90 minutes. Anyway, I think I laughed four times during this movie and the moments weren't memorable enough that I can tell you why. As his penance, I'm proposing The Fighter and everyone connected to it be stripped of any Oscar consideration. As consumers we must start punishing these people for the chunks of time they thieve from our lives.
The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia -
Must See - Have you seen
The Dancing Outlaw? If so then this is a must see follow up. If you haven't then the recommended order would be to see The Dancing Outlaw first but that's not a necessity. The Whites are dysfunctional, drug addicted, white trash, West Virginia hill billies. This year in the life documentary made by the producers of Jackass is hilarious, appalling, pathetic and a bit sad at the same time. If you're like the rest of us by the end of the movie you'll find yourself wanting to snort lines Oxycontin and looking for a fistfight.
The Room -
Depends - Oh Hi Readers. When I was watching this I didn't know there was a midnight screening going on at the River Oaks theater at the same time. I wish I had known because that is the appropriate venue for a movie like this. This is one of those movies that is so bad it's good but like most other movies of that ilk it should be enjoyed in the company of others. This is a movie to watch with friends or other fans so everyone can join in the mockery. This is not a movie to be watched on a Saturday night when you're looking for something good or thought provoking to watch.
The Hobart Shakespeareans -
Must See - I love watching documentaries about people who strive to inspire others. I have a number of family members who are teachers and many more friends who have chosen teaching as their vocation. I cannot recommend highly enough that all teachers see this documentary. Hobart Elementary is one of the largest elementary schools in the US and is also situated in one of the nations worst areas in inner city Los Angeles. Fifth grade teacher Rafe Esquith has developed a curriculum for his class that challenges his students to learn far more than the average fifth grader. Esquith not only challenges his students but holds them accountable for learning now and continuing to learn beyond his classroom. If more of our teachers taught with this type of force and passion our country would be in a much better place now.
Inception - Should See - Tell me if you've heard this one before. Movie has a mysterious or very ambiguous ending leading everyone to believe what they just watched was better than it actually was or was intensely profound. No doubt Inception was cool. It looked great, had some terrific (mostly) actors and a director who has done some of the best movies of the past decade. So what's the problem? Well the premise mostly. First of all you want someone to break apart their energy company? That's your big problem? Secondly, can't all of us think of about 4 million easier ways to convince someone to sell their company before we get to infiltrating their dreams? Even if this is the issue and this is the path we've chosen, I still don't understand why the "anaesthesiologist" needs to go into the dream. Wouldn't that guy be better used awake and making sure the target doesn't wake up? I know what you're thinking "you've got it all wrong the target was Cobb and the entire mission was a manipulation of his dream." OK, then basically we just experienced a Christopher Nolan effects masturbation porn film because in that case the film had not purpose or point what so ever. If we get past the plot issues, the fact that it's at least half an hour too long and that the third dream level is pointless, we're still left with Juno who is a terrible actress and getting worse by the movie. I kind of swore her movies off after Whip It but if she's going to be showing up in ensemble pieces, I could be in trouble for years to come. I know I've spent a lot of time pointing out what is wrong with the movie but even as a movie that rests mostly on its visual prowess, it is a hell of a lot better than garbage like the Matrix sequels. I was just didn't think Nolan, a director known for well crafted, though provoking films, lived up to expectations. 
The Town - Must See - If I had told you ten years ago Ben Affleck would be directing better movies than Jon Favreau and Kevin Smith, would you have believed it? I know Ben won an Oscar for co-writing Good Will Hunting, but as his career developed I think everyone assumed Matt Damon was the real talent behind the duo. Now as Favreau has entered his Lucas/Cameron style over substance period and Smith has always had a Dave Kingman like career, Affleck has now directed two of the better films over the past couple of years. He was smart enough to stick to what they knew, Boston area crime dramas in both. If you haven't seen Gone Baby Gone I highly recommend it and now I can equally recommend The Town. This movie about a group of local bank robbers led by Doug (Affleck) start to get nervous when they realize one of their latest robbery victims lives in the neighborhood. Doug soon finds himself torn between his loyalty to is partners and the woman he wants to leave the life for. Co-star Jeremy Renner delivers another unrelenting, high intensity performance as Doug's best friend and partner in crime. If you haven't already, see it. You'll like it plus Don Draper and Kobayashi are in it.
The Other Guys - Skip it - This is just another example of throwing names in a crap movie to make money. I don't blame Will Ferrell, he's been a purveyor of garbage for years with the occasional gem mixed in. Marky Mark however, (and yes if you're going to make shit movies I'm gonna call you Marky Mark) I have to totally reconsider The Fighter after sitting through this turd for two hours. By the way, if you're hellbent on making a piece of crap at least have the decency to keep it to 90 minutes. Anyway, I think I laughed four times during this movie and the moments weren't memorable enough that I can tell you why. As his penance, I'm proposing The Fighter and everyone connected to it be stripped of any Oscar consideration. As consumers we must start punishing these people for the chunks of time they thieve from our lives.
The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia - Must See - Have you seen The Dancing Outlaw? If so then this is a must see follow up. If you haven't then the recommended order would be to see The Dancing Outlaw first but that's not a necessity. The Whites are dysfunctional, drug addicted, white trash, West Virginia hill billies. This year in the life documentary made by the producers of Jackass is hilarious, appalling, pathetic and a bit sad at the same time. If you're like the rest of us by the end of the movie you'll find yourself wanting to snort lines Oxycontin and looking for a fistfight.
The Room - Depends - Oh Hi Readers. When I was watching this I didn't know there was a midnight screening going on at the River Oaks theater at the same time. I wish I had known because that is the appropriate venue for a movie like this. This is one of those movies that is so bad it's good but like most other movies of that ilk it should be enjoyed in the company of others. This is a movie to watch with friends or other fans so everyone can join in the mockery. This is not a movie to be watched on a Saturday night when you're looking for something good or thought provoking to watch.
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