Archive for April 28, 2009
movie review: the go-getter
Film: The Go-Getter
Director: Martin Hynes
Year: 2007
The Go-Getter, aye? More of like, Get-Me Outta here! It wasn’t a disaster film. I can only give you 3 reasons why this movie is worth viewing. Jena Malone’s (constant) unforgettable role (can we say rowing a boat in Cold Mountain?). Zooey Deschanel’s voice and great film presence (show stealer). And Maura Tierney 5 minute role which was a sweet delight. Weak points of the movie include, the protagonist whose role was never well defined and his acting as weak as the trunk of a 5 month old Christmas tree… Oh, and I got one statement for the story… “Stop being something you’re not!”
Sonny gives this movie a sad “C-”
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movie review: marley and me
Film: Marley and Me
Director: David Frankel
Year: 2008
You know how sometimes during Christmas, you get that one unexpected surprise gift that you didn’t even know was coming? It could be a diamond ring, a DVD collection, or if your rich/Oprah – a new car. But for me, that gift was “Marley and Me”. Let me give you a brief background story of my journey to the theatres. It may seem naive, but I expected a disaster. I expected a Beethoven 8/Airbud type cross-breed film. I completely did not give this movie a chance, until the critic reviews came a-rolling. Doubt became curiosity and soon enough I found myself purchasing a “Marley and Me” movie ticket. From the hook of the film, I already knew that this wasn’t the mickey-mouse tune, family comedy I had a blind mindset against. You can say that I was foolish and close-minded, because this film is the BEST unexpected christmas gift the movie industry gave to me last year. Like a child, I unwrapped the present with haste and savored every moment, until the gift sits in full sight – pretty, new, and shiny. The film had a solid and perfect cast, wonderful and touching story/pace, and an all together timeless film. Now, let’s all get clearance puppies.
Sonny gives this film a whopping “A”
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"I don't know about you, Miss Kitty, but I feel so much yummier."
