I don't know about the rest of the country, but my chunk of land is HOT these days. Step outside and you feel like you're swimming in sticky, sweaty air. Gross. All I can say is, thank goodness for the Summer Blockbusters; the larger-than-life movies that offer a 1-3 hour oasis of air conditioned, mind-blowing bliss...
I've already experienced some fabulous films this season. This weekend I am absolutely stoked for The Dark Knight. I believe it's not an overstatement to say 2/3rds of the world agrees with me. (The rest surely would if they paid attention to such matters). Another one I'm eager for? Step Brothers. Yep; I'm a Ferrell fan.
So, since I've been hitting the theatres up hard-core and suggesting you do the same, here are some mini-reviews of flicks I've seen so far this season:
Get Smart. Hilarious--especially for those of us who enjoyed the old TV show! Anne Hathaway's "99" is pitch-perfect. Die-hard Don Adams devotees beware: Steve Carell offers more stock-Carell comedy than Maxwell Smart. Still, this film is FUN.
The Love Guru. This movie inevitably suffers from what I call "The J Factor." Translation: it has a Jessica in it. Sorry, people, but face it: Jessicas Alba, Biel, and Simpson are not good actors. That aside, this movie had some cute parts, but ultimately was just a mess. Watch Get Smart twice instead.
Hancock. This was a pleasant surprise. It definitely has it's comedic moments, and of course awesome action, but there's a deeper tale that unfolds that, to me, was unexpected and well-played. Touching, even. Plus Jason Bateman is just plain great.
Hellboy II: The Golden Army. I am completely on the fence for this film. The plot is just bizarre...but it's supposed to be. The lines are quite cheesy, which, again, they are intended to be; but they just didn't do it for me. However, the special effects are fantastic. The mythical creatures and directing are both dazzling, and I'd say see it for that reason alone, especially if you dug Pan's Labyrinth. Frankly, though, if you're hungry for a comic flick, watch Iron Man again (GREAT MOVIE!) and then The Dark Knight this weekend!
photo courtesy of tipacali on flickr
Well, there's some of my humble opinions. What do you guys think about this summer's crop of films?
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