There’s a rumor floating about a possible Men In Black 3. Why even bother? Ok, I admit, I enjoyed the first one — it was actually a good movie. But the sequel? A total dissapointment. I can’t imagine a 3rd being any good, either. But then I did get into thinking about it: how about a 3rd film from an alien’s perspective, having to deal with the MIB bureaucracy?
Oh, and bring back the Edgar-suit.
Street Kings, starring Keanu Reeves, is surprisingly good. I’ve been watching this movie over the last few days (pretty much twenty minute blips from time to time) and finally finished it yesterday. While the movie does get somewhat confusing at times, it does not take away from the actual story-line. The plot line is somewhat predictable, but it’s still an action packed cop drama that keeps you wanting more. I’m very glad I picked this movie up for my collection.
Keanu was very believable, too.
Cashed my $600 government rebate check on Saturday morning. And proceeded to spend just about every last dime of it by that evening. I was originally planning to save it or put it towards bills, but obviously that failed to happen. Instead, it went towards some groceries (okay, more like alcohol and party supplies) and random things we needed throughout the condo.
In other news, I’ve lost my debit card for the third time this year. I really don’t know what’s going on, but I’m continually leaving them in ATM machines or restaurant check books. I really need to stop doing that.
For those who missed it, Heather Armstrong (dooce.com) was on the Today Show. Heather’s interview starts about the 2:40 mark.
Very disappointed with Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End. For the most part, it was boring, all over the place, and just didn’t have the ‘feeling’ of the first two installments.
Batman Begins is exactly what the Batman franchise, of old, really needed. Christian Bale made Batman, and Bruce Wayne, very believable. The cartoon-ish feel of the 90’s Batman movies is not present in Batman Begins — which makes the movie even more enjoyable.
Director Neil Burger surely played quite the illusion on us while we are watching The Illusionist. Looking back at the movie, however, I feel very disappointed in myself that I didn’t pick up the clues — they were definitely laid out in front of me waiting for me to guess the plot. However, I admit; I did watch the movie to the very end wanting to know what really happened. Biel and Norton could have pulled off a better connection on screen, but then again, who am I to actually judge acting?
The Kingdom, starring Jamie Foxx, turned out to be very disappointing. The first half hour or so sets up a plot based on political situations among muslim radicals, Saudi Arabia, and the United States — it gives you plenty of back story and then introduces you to the main characters. From there, the movie begins to drag it’s feet. And by the time the movie has about fourty-five minutes remaining, it’s an all out far-too-common action movie that just happens to be based in Saudi Arabia. After you finish watching it, you’ll ask for your two hours back.
Am I the only one who feels like Cloverfield will be a huge disappointment? The initial trailers, the ones where they didn’t mention a movie title, were amazing. They built hype, they created discussion.
Now it appears to be yet another monster-ish movie where New York City is under attack by someone or something.
I’m a huge J.J. Abrams fan for what he has created with Lost. I only hope Cloverfield is a success, and proves me wrong.
I’m anticipating that Santa is bringing me the HD-DVD player add-on for my 360. While I could be completely wrong that I’ll be receiving such a gift, I’m going to assume that it is, in fact, coming down my chimney in a few short days. And as such, I would like to compile a list of must have movies in high definition format.
Now, I own roughly 400 standard dvd movies, so I’d like to not replace them — unless a movie truly deserves to be watched in high definition format. So, this list will surely be hard for me to generate. If you have any suggestions, feel free to comment. I’ll add them to my list as they come in.
My list below is in no particular order — just listed as movies which I believe are a must own in a high definition format. I’m aware that some movies below are not available in the HD format just yet, so no need to point that out in the comments.
24Hansen is my venue to write about whatever is on my mind. I don't consider myself a blogger. Instead, I like to post entries within my journal. HUGE difference, I know.
I am currently twenty five years old, though I feel like I'm still twelve. I'm engaged to a wonderful person, and have three crazy, but very lovable, cats.
On May 21st of 2008, our precious Sunny passed away. You may read more about him here.
