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“Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” is a screwball murder-mystery-comedy set in lalaland. The overly complicated plot turns out not to be worth following; rather, just muddle along and enjoy the wacky, violent, murderous developments. Robert Downey looks too much like his character; but Val Kilmer seems to be thoroughly enjoying his ‘gay Perry’ role. GRADE = […]

Anyone catch the premiere of this last night? I thought it was great and I am an avid fan of the show. I am, however, just a tiny bit frustrated with some of the twists and turns this show makes. I still love the ride and would like to discuss some possible theories on what’s […]

“Doom” is a film based on an adult video game (of which I have very limited knowledge). “Zombies from Mars” would be a better title. Story deals with some marines in Calif. being zapped to Mars to control some chaos at a research facility. This formula horror movie has plenty of violence, machine guns, and […]

“Pride & Prejudice” is yet another version of the Jane Austen novel about marrying off daughters. Good locations, photography, and acting, but not one of the best presentations. GRADE = Depends on your gender – most men would probably rename it ‘Pride & Sleepiness” – a definite ‘chick flick’.

Just saw this movie. It sure wasn’t what I thought it would be….I was expecting a comedy, but it is definitely more of a drama. It’s almost impossible to say what it is about actually, more of a “life is like the weather, always changing.” Nick Cage was good. I would rate it a B-

“Zathura” is an entertaining adventure/fantasy about two young brothers who find and play a mechanical 2-player outer space game called ‘Zathura’. Somehow the game makes things happen. A far-fetched, destructive, and at time frightening film – not for children who are easily upset or frightened. The special effects group has a field day! GRADE = […]

“Chicken Little” is an 83 minute animated feature with a musical/sci-fi take on the story of Chicken Little. The primary problems are that it tries too hard and that it wants to be too many things. There are some scenes that could frighten small children when characters are vaporized or pursued by the alien invaders […]