Jodhaa Akbar - (watched 1.8.11) I actually enjoyed this movie a lot more than I thought I was going to. I had been told by Kellie that it was a Bollywood movie, so I was kind of scared. However, it was definitely not what I was expecting. There was a bunch of action, and the story was pretty awesome. Final rating: 4/5
Unstoppable - (watched 1.28.11) This movie grabs you about 10 minutes into it and just doesn't let go, right up until the end. It's an action-packed thrill ride from beginning to end. Some of the points seemed kind of outlandish, but it does get points for at least being based on a true story. Plus, Chris Pine and Denzel Washington. Nuff said. Final rating: 3.5/5
Step Up 3 - (watched 2.5.11) The third movie in the 'Step Up' series delivers exactly what I was expecting. After watching the first two, I knew that the plot wasn't going to be that great, but that the dance scenes were going to be phenomenal. These dance scenes definitely do not disappoint. Final rating: 3/5
Red - (watched 2.19.11) This was a rather awesome movie. Kind of exactly what I was expecting. I've found that they key to enjoying most movies is to know what to expect going into it. Since all I was expecting was just a lot of explosions and cool action sequences, I enjoyed it. Also, Bruce Willis can make almost any movie more amazing. Final rating: 3.5/5
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - (watched 2.21.11) And on the other hand, sometimes not knowing what to expect can make watching a movie even more awesome. I had heard a little bit about this movie, but honestly, I had no idea.... It's just so wonderfully weird! It starts with a very unique premise, and the presentation was just as original. I don't know what it is about me and weird movies, but I just love them. Final rating: 5/5
Ever After - (watched 2.26.11) Now, I've seen this movie before, but it has been several years, so I decided to re-review it, from an older perspective. I don't think I really got how funny this movie is back when I first watched it. Also, I had totally forgotten that *spoiler alert* she really does get to punch her evil step-sister in the face! That totally made my day. Final rating: 4/5
3:10 To Yuma - (watched 3.11.11) I didn't think I'd like this movie, since it's pretty much super western, but I thought it was really good. Obviously, it's got Christian Bale in it, so it can't be all bad. Plus, Alan Tudyk! I'd probably watch it again, if friends were watching it. Final rating: 3.5/5
Sucker Punch - (watched 3.26.11) This movie was ridiculous. Completely ridiculous. But in an awesome way. I don't think there is any way this movie could have been more of a 'man' movie. Explosions, giant samurai, chicks with swords, and a dragon v. airplane dogfight. Sure, the plot was rather thin, and most of it didn't make much sense, but who cares? It was pretty. Final rating: 4/5
The Green Hornet - (watched 4.1.11) So, going into this movie, I had heard that it was terrible. However, I actually enjoyed it. Although it was completely over the top and ridiculous, at least it knew it was being ridiculous, and milked it for all it was worth. I thought the Kato vision was a pretty sweet effect, although other people in the theater started laughing. I enjoyed it though. Final rating: 3/5
Blade Runner - (watched 4.3.11) I had heard so many things about this movie. It's been on pretty much every 'Top 10' sci-fi movies list I've ever seen. I'm honestly not sure how I feel about this movie. It was super weird, and I'm pretty sure I need to watch it about 4 more times before I get it all the way. That being said, I actually want to watch it again, so that's promising. Final rating: 4/5
Unknown - (watched 4.13.11) I enjoyed this movie. I mean, it's basically Liam Neeson kicking trash. (aside: I've decided they should just make a movie called 'Liam Neeson Kicking Trash.' It would be wonderful!) I didn't like this one as much as Taken, but there were definitely some good twists there at the end. Final rating: 3/5
The Next Three Days - (watched 4.17.11) This movie was pretty darn awesome. Perhaps a bit slower paced than I would have liked, at least for the first two-thirds or so. Also, for a bit in the middle I wasn't sure which kind of ending to root for. Nonetheless, it was quite an enjoyable movie. Final rating: 3.5/5
True Grit - (watched 4.17.11) So, going into this movie, I was expecting just a standard western type movie. This movie was freaking hilarious! I didn't expect to be laughing as hard as I was. Also, the young girl actress was amazing! I was super impressed with her acting. Final rating: 4/5
Source Code - (watched 4.20.11) I really enjoyed this movie. After seeing the trailers, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect, but it ended up being somewhere in between an straight-up action movie and a sci-fi thinker. There were some interesting twists in the storyline, and somewhat different than what I was expecting, but it was way good. Final rating: 4/5
The Adjustment Bureau - (watched 4.21.11) This is another movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. When seeing the trailers, I knew that it was based on a short story by Phillip K. Dick. That was enough to have me intrigued, since I've enjoyed other movies based on his stories. I really need to read more of them. And by that, I mean I need to read them. At all. Final rating: 4/5
The Hunt for Red October - (watched 4.26.11) I had also seen this movie before, but it was before my mission. Now that I know Russian, it's fun to watch and see how good or bad the actors' Russian is. For the record, Sean Connery's is absolutely terrible. Alec Baldwin's isn't too bad; then again, he said like one line.... This movie ages well. Although it's from 1990, it's still a good, quality movie. Final rating: 4/5
Pick of the post: You see, since I have so many movies, I'll probably have to pick two or three. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Sucker Punch, and Blade Runner. Again, hopefully I'll be able to post these more often over the summer so that I don't have to have like 20 movies in one post! Until next time!
