This may be the first week in a while that 3 movies are released that I would actually want to watch. Need help deciding whether you feel the same? Quick reviews and trailers are here, just for you.more
A comedy and a creeper, two movies at opposite ends of the spectrum both out this weekend. See the trailers and a “quick peek” review before you decide how to spend your cash.more
This week’s Snap! Judgment involves a love story, an action thriller, and a suspenseful horror flick. Read on to find out which of these movies are worth seeing!
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With only a few weeks till Christmas and the holiday season (start panicking… NOW) it’s expected that major movies are set to be released just around that time. Surprisingly this year, instead of the typical surge of sappy movies, there is actually quite a variety coming out. Here’s a quick preview of your choices so you know what you might wanna hold out for:
- Avatar:
This one is going to be MAJOR. more
- Old Dogs
Yes, we get it. John Travolta and Robin Williams are old. How many of these movies can studios possibly make? Well in this one, Williams and Travolta play bachelor businessmen that suddenly have to play role models to a couple kids that drop into their lives. Needless to say, it’s going to be kid safe. Maybe see it this weekend with the whole family after a nice Thanksgiving? Lots of random faces too, like Matt Dillon, Dax Shepard, the late Bernie Mac, and couple other Travoltas. Oh, and how could I forget to mention Seth Green. Not really the typical type of movie he’s in, but I’m sure he’ll bring much needed laughs and it doesn’t hurt that I have a major crush on the guy.
- Ninja Assassin
When did ninjas start using explosives and guns? Maybe I’m just old-fashioned… Anyway, Ninja Assassin follows a man that was raised to be a killer that must now use his skills to protect himself from the people that trained him. Lots of action and probably not that awesome of a plot, but it is what it is. I’m actually interested in seeing the fight sequences since they look pretty decent in the trailer.
- Me and Orson Welles
I didn’t even know about this movie until I looked up what was coming out this weekend. Haven’t seen any billboards, which is surprising since it stars Zac Efron (who looks better than ever, just see the trailer). He plays an aspiring actor who finds himself falling for an actress (Claire Danes) during rehearsals for a play directed by the famed Orson Welles (newcomer Christian McKay). The acting in the trailer seems really stale, so I am a bit skeptical on this being good. There’s potential so if you’re not into the other two movies I mentioned, here’s an option for Thanksgiving weekend.
- New Moon
Is there a point in other movies coming out this week? Or me writing other reviews? Because they’re all going to be overshadowed by this one. Yes, I saw the first movie in the series and was able to catch this one at the AMP screening last night. I fear bad-mouthing the movie because of all of you Team Edward and Team Jacob crazed Twihards! I suppose if you’re a huge fan, you’re going to be happy regardless. If you’re not, well, this one is definitely cheesier than the first one… by leaps and bounds. Be patient, it gets better as it goes. Either way, there are a lot of hot shirtless men… well, boys, (A LOT) so if you like those, then it might be worth sitting through. Oh, and the ending? It’ll TOTALLY leave you wanting more. Stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, and small role by Dakota Fanning.
- The Blind Side
I’ll be surprised if you’re reading this since it’s following my Twilight review… but for those of you still with me, this movie features Sandra Bullock and country singer Tim McGraw. Based on a true story about a disadvantaged teen that gets taken in by a family and pursues a career in the NFL. Well, I don’t really know what to say. It’s sort of corny for my taste, but there are those of you that love these “based on a true story” movies. Get those tissues ready… this one’s gonna be a tearjerker. If the cheese in “New Moon” isn’t enough, make it a double feature night and see this while you’re at it.
- Planet 51
I think “cheese” is the theme for this week’s reviews. What better way to top it off than with an animated film? Written by the same people who did “Shrek”, the story follows an astronaut from Earth (voiced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson) and his adventures on Planet 51 and the alien invasion. Other familiar voices include Jessica Beil and Sean William Scott. But… wait… what’s the point of having Sean William Scott in a movie where you can’t see his hotness? Well, I guess this is geared more towards the younger crowd, anyway. What a shame…
- 2012
The world is ending! No, seriously. You’ve probably heard the story of how the Mayans predicted the world to end during the year 2012, and in this movie John Cusack and Amanda Peet are in charge of leading a group to fight the apocalypse. Additional big names in this include Thandie Newton, Woody Harrelson, and Danny Glover who plays the President. Even though this movie has been hyped insanely (and I HATE overly hyped movies), I would still see it. And for the record, if the world was ending, I would totally follow John Cusack to wherever he was going. Has a good head on his shoulders, that kid.
- Pirate Radio
So… this is a radio station movie review… on a movie about a radio station. Weird. Based on a true story from the 1960’s, a group of DJ’s run an illegal radio station on a ship in the middle of Britain’s waters. Maybe it’s because I work in the industry, but this movie is intriguing. It has some awesome names attached to it: Phillip Seymour Hoffman, plus Bill Nighy and Nick Frost of Shaun of the Dead. If you’re looking for a movie with more substance than the norm, definitely see this.
- Dare
I could have done my third review on the eerie Fantastic Mr. Fox that comes out the same week, but after seeing this trailer I had to choose Dare. It’s about three friends that are basically going through the obstacles we all face of growing up. Emmy Rossum, Zach Gilford, and Ashley Springer play the three friends but the actors that caught my attention are Alan Cumming, Sandra Bernhard, and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer. Going on limited release, this might be worth catching if you’re into the whole teen angst thing… or if you’re a teen with, you know, angst. (But what teen doesn’t?)
- The Box
Cameron Diaz and James Marsden play a couple that are given a tough decision: what to do with a box that could fulfill their dreams while having drastic consequences on others. The trailer for this is intriguing, and the major thing that would deter me from watching this is Diaz’s annoyingly fake accent. I just ask… Why? Anyway, I love movies that put you through mind games. I hope that whatever the twist ends up being, it doesn’t disappoint.
- The Fourth Kind
Just seeing the preview on TV last night made me nervous… This one’s gonna be creepy. There’s a 40-year-long Alaskan mystery of random disappearances that an investigator, played by action hottie Milla Jovovich, must solve. Obviously from the title and the trailer, the disappearances are due to alien abductions. Has a bit of an “X-Files” feel to it. I expect this one to do well just because some of the camera work is really similar to the hit Paranormal Activity and audiences might crave more of the same thing. If you like aliens, go for it.
- Precious
Based on the novel Push by Sapphire The first time I saw the trailer for this, it got me immediately interested. There’s a lot of buzz (even the Oscar kind) about this movie, and definitely has some interesting names attached to it including comedian Mo’Nique and Mariah Carey. The plot is as far as you can get from Glitter; Precious (played by newcomer Gabourey ‘Gabby’ Sidibe) is an overweight, pregnant, illiterate teenager struggling to educate herself to get out of the slums of Harlem. Though only on limited release, I won’t mind going out of my way to catch this and you’ll be hearing about this one until awards season.
Saw VI
Halloween MUST be close when there’s a new “Saw” movie in theaters. Jigsaw is dead, but the game still continues (seriously?). Another round of the “lessons” that are taught to unsuspecting victims in disturbing, sometimes fatal ways. Now, let me ask… Are you sick of the franchise yet? I don’t really do scary movies but I’m definitely tired of hearing about these movies. My friend that loves horror movies even admitted to the ridiculousness of there being a number 6 in the series, but also said that he would watch this anyway. I guess if it ain’t broke…
Cirque du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant
What the hell is this movie even about? I am so confused. Even the trailer doesn’t do anything for me. I guess a kid decides his life is too boring so he takes up an offer from a vampire (John C. Reilly) to join the undead and become part of a traveling freak show. The cast is insane: Salma Hayek, Ken Watanabe, Jane Krakowski, and even Willem Dafoe. They all wanted to be part of this movie? Is it because the whole vampire thing is in right now and they want to be trendy actors? I don’t know. I really wish that this actually looked good, but just seeing J.C. Reilly as a vampire immediately turns me off from it. Something is just not right about it. Great actor, but all I can think is…. “SHAKE AND BAKE!”
Amelia
I’m quite surprised that I haven’t seen this movie promoted at all, or seen any trailers on TV. The dramatic story of famed pilot Amelia Eirhart’s disappearance, and who better to play her than Hilary Swank. Watching her scenes in the trailer already convinces me that she was perfect for the role. I wasn’t sure of where they were going to go with the story, but it looks pretty good. I would definitely watch it, though the audience for this is probably going to be a bit on the older end. Throw in Richard Gere and Ewan McGregor and you have an all-star cast.
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