Big Nothing — A poor mans Snatch or Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Only without the great soundtrack or tight writing. It does star Simon Pegg and has its moments. It kept me mildly interested through the entire movie. The plot is absolutely absurd, but they were going for that. One of those nothing-goes-right kinda movies. Not something I’m interested in watching again, but it was good for a few laughs.
Disturbia — I’ve said it before but Shia LaBeouf is one of my favorite actors. This movie grabs your attention quick. The first five minutes are wonderfully done and set the stage for a nice little spooky comedy in the mold of Scream. I usually don’t get into the Saw and Grudge type movies, but this one was more my speed. Just enough suspense to keep it intense without having a heart attack. I was entertained.
True Romance — Ummm…. another one I had to stop at the 32 minute mark. I’m pretty sure I’m not being a prude with this one. It was really awful. I think it would be more appropriate to watch Risky Business in church than to recommend this to anyone. (Sorry Jason.) It was billed as similar to Pulp Fiction, but it fell way short and went too over the top in the vulgarity department. Two thumbs way down.
Capote — Truman Capote was not only a freak, but he was a punk as well. And I suppose he was an accomplished writer too. Philip Seymour Hoffman did an outstanding job in this movie. Jason complained about the pacing, but I didn’t really mind. It was a captivating story and I enjoyed watching the emotions play out. After watching this, I’m thinking about reading To Kill a Mockingbird and Breakfast at Tiffany’s. And I suppose In Cold Blood as well.
One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest — I can’t give this movie enough praise. I’ve always thought Jack Nicholson was alright but, good night, he was outstanding in this movie. That was the best I’ve ever seen Danny Divito as well. This movie shot instantly to my must own list. This movie has won enough awards and received enough reviews that I really can’t add to it. Just see it if you’ve never had the chance. One of the best movies I’ve seen all year, maybe ever. (And that’s saying something.)
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