Rescue Dawn DVD Review

Rescue Dawn: This film is based on the true survival story of Lt. Dieter Dangler. Dangler (played by Christian Bale) was a fighter pilot for the U.S. He was shot down over Laos while on a secret bombing mission at the beginning of the Vietnam War. He was eventually captured and kept prisoner with a few other American soldiers. I guess me calling it a “survival story” gives away the end – he escapes!!! The movie just seemed to miss its mark – take for instance the camaraderie between the captured soldiers. Some elements tried to be humorous while others tried to stir conflict, neither ever giving me a convincing notion of what their relationship was like. I did appreciate the efforts made by the actors to show what it must be like when a solider is kept in those conditions(skin and bones). This is by no means a “bad” movie, just not one I would recommend.

Coin Flip says – “Kick it to the Floor”

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Once - DVD Review

Once: I am throwing out a reminder for this small film that was finally released on DVD. I initially reviewed it in June when I saw it in the theater. I know it never got a very wide release, so I hope you check it out on DVD. My full review of the film can be read here - Once Movie Review


"Pick It Up"

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SuperBad DVD Review

SuperBad: Time to bring home some McLovin….. In my opinion, it is the funniest movie to come out in the last few years. Comedies like this are always going to be chalk full of one-liners and SuperBad is no exception. However SuperBad is also blessed with a wild and hysterical plot – Two high school seniors, trying to impress some girls, have a plan to buy alcohol for a party. Of course nothing goes as planned. The characters in the film are exceptionally written – Seth Rogen and Bill Hader play the police officers just perfectly. Then you have Michael Cera playing Evan, those familiar with Arrested Development know how funny his deliveries are. All the pieces just seemed to connect. This simple teen comedy is one of 2007’s best films.

"Pick it Up”

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Waitress DVD Review

Waitress: Felicity, I mean Keri Russell, plays a pregnant waitress who has a special talent for making delicious pies. She is stuck in an unhappy marriage and her future looks bleak. This all changes when a new man moves into town. The film has a corky element to it that adds humor and charm. I was very impressed with Russell’s performance, she was both funny and sincere at the same time (difficult to pull off). Bravo to the supporting cast as well, especially Andy Griffith who pops up as the old man no one wants to wait on. The film knew what it wanted to be and did not try to overextend itself – the result was perfect little movie.

“Pick It Up”

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Oldboy DVD Review

OldBoy: I feel it is my obligation to point out a movie of this magnitude. This is a twisted tale of revenge - A movie that will make you gasp. The movie opens up with a man being detained and then imprisoned for 15 years. He is finally let free, but given no explanation for anything. His quest for justification takes him on a dark path. This South Korean film is a MUST RENT for anyone who likes an unsettling story.

“Pick it Up”

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