Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows

The story continues as Harry searches for Voldermort to destroy him. Since this is the last book, it is not going to be as easy as it has been in the past to track him down. There is a lot going on. There is a huge betrayal by one of the characters which makes it difficult to really decide which side people are actual on and Harry is running out of time. Voldermort is a lot more deadly in this film and Harry is a lot more pissed as Voldermort continues to kill everyone he loves. IF your a Harry Potter fan you will enjoy this next film. They actually broke this last film up into a two part series. Part 2 of The Deathly Hallow won't be released until sometime later in the Spring 2011. I am looking forward to it..I don't think Dumbledore is really dead. I wonder if it's a plot to make Voldermort think he is, so they can strike. Just a thought!

The new AMC Dine-In Theatre Experience.

As I walked to the front doors of this new movie theatre I was blown away. I had no idea what to expect. First I notice is a full bar; in a movie theater; no way! The manager gave me a full tour of the place which included the lounge area for food and drinks, and the two different kinds of theaters that they have. The first theatre for an admission of $20.00 pays for your admission and $10.00 towards food. If you happen to go over, you pay the difference. There are leather comfortable seats, individual tables for you to eat, menus, and a call button for the waitress that comes directly to your seat to take your order. She also comes around, much like a restaurant to ask if you want anything else and to remove your food. Very fancy... The second theatre, the VIP if you will is a bit more expensive. For $5.00 more you ($15.00 towards your food and drinks) get the leather reclining seats that feel like your home, complimentary services (like gourmet popcorn and candy; sample size of course) and more room..as much as you can stand. I loved it! It is especially nice for those long movies because there is just so much space. I couldn't do the Dine-In experience every time I go to see a movie but DEF twice a month. Why eat before or after the movie when you can do it all in one spot! My mom said she went to one in GA and the only difference was the table where you eat was one long table for everyone to share. This one you had your own individual table which makes it more personal. A must! Go and check it out!

My Upcoming Reviews...

They have some interesting new movies that I want to check out:

"Conviction" with Hillary Swank...Drama
"Don't Be Afraid of the Dark."..Horror
"Due Date" with Robert Downey Jr..Comedy
"Saw 6"..Horror. I still can't believe they continued after number 4. SMH!
"For Colored Girls".. Tyler Perry..and they have everyone in this film. Thandie Newton, WHoopie Goldberg, Kerry Washington, Janet Jackson, Phylicia Rashad, Loretta Devine, Kimberly Elise, and Macy Gray. Can't wait to see this. NOV 5th!
"Red"

"Case 39"

All Emily (Renee Zellweger) a case worker,was trying to do was her job and save a neglected child Lilly (Jodelle Ferland), or what appeared to be neglect from her parents...however, it turned out to be the parents protecting themselves from Lilly. After Lilly's parents are institutionalized for trying to kill Lilly and Emily protest for custody of Lilly until she is placed in a permanent home, do people closest to Emily start to die mysteriously. No one seems to know why, but eventually clues start point back to Lilly. That's when Emily starts shaking in her boots, scared to go home It's not till the end when she goes to see Lilly's father to get answers and ultimately comes to the same conclusion as Lilly's parents did. During this whole time, Lilly who is some sort of super natural being, is playing and tormenting Emily, killing anyone who might be a threat or just for kicks, and is enjoying herself because she can. Who can stop her after all?? However what Emily finds out is that Lilly can only really hurt you if you show fear.

It was chilling and suspenseful more than anything else. The blood scenes were minimal and there were a few jumpy scenes. They didn't show her "evil" side too much...she was more scary when she was her kid self by the way she manipulated, smiled, and talked to people. It was the way she would smiled, waved, said "hello", and talked like an adult that was scary. She could tell what you were thinking and sense your every move....chilling. It was her way or no way.

Some people tried to compare her character to Orphan and say that her character was a better at the "good-girl" gone bad..but you can't compare it. In Orphan, Ester wasn't a child, she was a crazy 35 year adult. Lilly was some sort of super natural being with the powers to kill people without her putting a finger on them.

It was no M. Night Shyamalan- movie, but it makes the cut and then some for me.

I gave it 2 thumbs up!!!

Did You know??

This is Renee's first horror film in 16 years and that Jodell Ferland has been in several movies for her to be 15years old..one of which is one of favorite movies, Silent Hill.

"Let Me In"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reRRAEVHq8E

If you are looking for a really good horror film that will knock you out of your seat, make you jump with blood and gore, and make you afraid of the dark, then you won't find it in "Let Me In". However if you are looking for, suspense, drama, a chill, intense scenes, with just a taste of blood,gore and horror, and white eyes, then Let Me In would be right up your alley. Ultimately a good Vampire movie in my opinion, but not scary at all. Like most movies today, the previews are scarier than the actually movie, but that's how they get you in there. But then again it takes A LOT to scare me...smh

The movie was a English adaptation of a Swedish novel called 'Let The Right One In' by a Swedish writer named John Ajvide Lindqvist back in 2004. It was later directed by Tomas Alfedson and released in only a few cities in the US in 2008.

However the movie didn't increase its achieved widespread acclaim until it was remade and released by Matt Reeves on October 1st, 2010.

The Plot
The story begins with a troubled, lonely, and a little disturbed 12 year old named Owen. Owen is bullied by the kids at school, and has no friends, but appears to get a good kid. He befriends 12 year old Abby who just moved into the complex with "father". It starts out as "You want to play with my Rubik Cube" and ends with "You want to go steady with me" by Owen. They becomes really good friends. Abby teaches him to stand up for himself and Owen teaches her to let people in. They were both lonely. With Abby being a vampire approx. 60 something years old in a 12 year old body and Owen w/ no friends at all it's no miracle they became friends. Abby's "father" who was also lonely, tired, and old in having to kill people for Abby night after night so she can Fed, while watching himself grow older as she remained the timeless. Owen's mother who was also lonely and distant from Owen, drinking and going through a divorce from Owen's father, is important to point out as it contributed to Owen's behavior. I did find it strange that they never showed the mother's face, just different parts of her body..hummmmmmmmm. Then there was the cop who was investigating the number of bodies piling up and trying to put the different pieces together..which in the end he just pushed a little too far. But it had storyline that kept you guessing and an ending that was both promising and disastrous. It was a long movie, but worth it.

BTW, I viewed 'Let The Right One In' briefly and it appears to have the exact some story line and scenes in the 2010 version..so I may check that out as well.

I GIVE IT TWO THUMBS UP!!!

Devil

Gee, what can I say about the movie "Devil"..except that it wasn't exactly what you thought it was going to be about. When people here about a movie named "Devil" they think of exorcisms, possessions, etc...but it was none of that. It actually makes you wonder if things like punishing the bad for wrong things that they do on earth...tourmenting them while they are still on earth and the afterlife really happens..and that there are NO coincidences. I have always believed that things happen for a reason. They already have it all figured it out. It basically said that all the bad things that we do will catch up to us to matter what. You can't escape it. And untill you actually admit your wrong doings, seek forgiveness from God, and forgive others for wrong they have done to you, that the "Devil" will pass you by...and that's where God comes in. It reminded me a lot of judgement day. It had a few jumpy, intense, and bloody scenes but not that many. You didn't know what form he was taking and even when you tink you know, you don't. There was a also clear explanation as to why these things were happening to the group of people..I think there is always a reason why things happen even if we don't know what it is at the time.
So if you can stand suspense and all the other things I mention..go see it. I loved it!! I shook my head as I walked out of the movie..

Salt

Salt...I know I am a little late, but better late than never I always say. Salt was awesome! Angelina was better than ever in this film. If you thought she was a bad ass in Mr. and Mrs. Jones or Wanted, you havent seen anything yet! She starts out as a mild mannered CIA agent with a loving husband and then goes into being accused of being a Russian spy who is then trying to defend her innocence and as it turns out..the world in trying to make it right. The story line was very well thought out and when you got to towards the end of the movie, you didn't know who to trust. And I have to say that Liev Schreiber was better than ever with his sexy self. I would like to see them make a second one, but I don't think they will. It was one of the one hits wonders in my opinion. Nonetheless, a MUST see!

Your thoughts??

The Karate Kid

As much as I love The Karate Kid with Ralph Macchio, the remake with Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan was just as good! I thought it was more than just a remake! The story line kept my attenetion and the "love interest" was just as cute as it wanted to be. I did think it was a little long, but still a good movie! They have st it up to make parts, 2,3, and 4 if the choose to. I DEF go see...
I am going to try and check out "Salt" if I have time this week, I heard it was ALL that! Ttyl

Sex and The City 2

Ok folks it is "Sex and The City 2" and my girls are just as FABULOUS as ever!!!!!! Carrie is sheekier, Samantha is older but sexier, Charolette crazier than ever, and Miranda is better than ever and they are ALL do it like it should be done!!! First of all the outfits that these women are wearing are so sleek and outrageous!!! I love it! Carrie had on at least two pairs of Chrisitan Louboutin shoes and I can't stand it! LOL. But seriously, the movie was just as great as the first one!!!! It was funny, sentimental, sexy, daring, hurtful, and it kept you on you toes! Kim Katrell btw, is looking FABULOUS btw, man!!! Anywho, I highly recommend checking out part two for all you die hard Sex and The City fans and those who are not.....get with it!! I will also add although it may seem like a "chick flick" and to some extent it might be, but trust me, MEN need to check it out as well. I would not be shocked if they come out with another one....Big and Carrie expecting, now there's Trilogy!!!!

Let's Talk About Movies: "A Nightmare on Elm Street"

Let's Talk About Movies: "A Nightmare on Elm Street"

"A Nightmare on Elm Street"

Out of all the remakes of horror flicks that have been remade (i.e. Halloween, Friday the 13th, My Bloody Valetine, The Hills have Eyes, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and Black Christmas, originally A Stranger in The Attic, just to name a few) this was the only one that sucked! They used too many of the same scenes from the orignal one, no humor from Freddy that was funny, and wasn't half as scary as the orignal. The only difference was they changed Freddy's character from being a child killer and him getting off to a child molester....and the parents did the exact same thing and burned him. So Freddy was getting even with the parents in the orignal one by killing their kids and this one he is getting revenge by killing the children he molested because they spoke up and told the truth. Not a big leap though. When you do a remake it whs to be a big leap, HUGE so it stands out and this was not done here. Speaking of Freddy, the guy they got to play Freddy was no comparison to the original. They made him look just a little too unreal. He looked like he might be the result of inbredding.....What they should have done, which is similar to what Halloween and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, was go back further in the past and explain how Freddy came to be. Make a movie about the time he was going crazy, how he came to be, killing and molesting children. Then have a trial and explain how he got off, the parents reaction as a result, and then go into how and why Freddy is killing. Not just a parent telling the story to their kid explaing what they did, but actually make that a small part of the movie. Something would take about 30-35 minutes and take the place of too many unnecessary suspence scenes (because I wasn't in suspence). That would have been a whole diff spin, since they couldnt come up with anything else.
I give it **. Wait till it comes on HBO. Not dvd, HBO.

Kick Ass

Ok so it has been awhile since I have reviewed any movies, but I am back. Ok so "Kick Ass" was most shocking because it was actually funnier than I expected. When the local nerd decides he is sick of his ordinary life and tired on being stepped on, he decides to take action. He decides to take a step towards making the streets safe again, but he isn't the only one. There are a few other superheros that are cleaning up the streets and they are bad asses. "Hit Girl" and "Big Daddy" are the ones kicking ass.... But don't piss "Hit Girl" off and make her angry, you wont't like it if she's angry.. Go and check it out. I also see a sequel coming.

"The Hills Run Red"

I bought this movie based off of previews I saw and I was a little disappointed. He was extremely bloody and gory, and it reminded me of "The Hills Have Eyes". If they actually got people that could act it would have made for a better movie. There was however, one person in the movie that has been in other movies, but his name escapes me. Wait till it comes out on HBO...

"The Crazies"

Ok let my start by saying that Timpthy Olyphant is fine as HELL!!!!!! I enjoyed the movie; especially because he was in it. (He was also great in "The Perfect Getaway). It was a different spin as far as zombie movies goes. It kept me in suspense and I jumped maybe once, but I'm me and don't scare easy...lol. The end of the movies was also a spin off to possibly a sequel. SO if you can stand to jump a few times, it really wasnt that scary, except for maybe the way the crazies looked after infection..but still Dawn of the Dead was scarier. I guve it 5 stars.

Quentin Tarantino

Ok I am a HUGE Quentin Tarantino fan! He totally rocks! He needs to make a Hostel part 3, another Grindhouse, and Kill Bill Please......he wreck havic on the Kill Bill series. I also love "From Dusk till Dawn", OMG he is great!
What are your thoughts???

"The Married Life"

"The Married Life" was a movie that I had never heard of till this wknd. The cast consisted of Pierce Bronsan, Chris Cooper, and "Mean Girls" Rachel McAdams to name a few and it really answers the question...Can we be happy at the expense of someone you love? Regardless of it's a best friend, a husband, or a wife. It has crime, drama, and romance all rolled up into one.

The movie takes place in the 1940's when a cheating Harry (Chris Cooper) is head over heels with his mistress Kay (Rachel McAdams). As Harry ponders leaving his wife Pat (Patricia Clarkson),he figures poisoning her is his best bet. As he still has to play his role as the good husband, he asks his best friend Richard (Pierce Bronsan) the single hot looking playboy, who has already met Harry mistress Rachel, to spend time with her so she isn't alone. They spend time together alright. Richard finds himself falling in love with Kay at the expensive of Harry's feelings and friendship, however the feeling is mutual. As Kay searches for a way of ending her affair with Harry to be with Richard and not hurt his feelings at the same time, the betrayal of both Kay and Richard is portrayed. At that moment Harry realized just how much his wife meant to him. After sometime has gone by Harry learned to except what has happened to him and be happy and appreciative. Being happy for both Kay and Richard and appreciating his relationship with his wife.

This movie was one of those "who knew". I'm glad to got a chance to watch it. Although it was suggested my a married man, it's good movie regardless of your relationship status.

"Memiors of a Geisha"

"Memoirs of a Geisha" was one of those movies I wanted to see in the theaters but didn't get a chance to. It was excellent!!!! I hear the book is much better though. Goes into a lot more detail as usual. The movie illustrated jealousy, bitterness, and maliciousness we as women can sometimes have towards each other. The costumes that the Geisha women wore where so beautiful and authentic. It really explained the culture and the history of a Geisha....how they come to be, what they are, and ultimately what they stand for. Something I didn't know. One thing is certain, the Geisha women got the "other woman" concept down to a form of art where they are taken care of. Every movement of a Geisha woman had a purpose. From fulfilling all of man's desires, to never asking questions or having expectations from men, being mysterious, and showing beauty in every way, men are treated like kings.

The story begins with a 9 year old who had been torn from her family and all she knew and sold into prostitution. After being forced to acclimate herself to her situation, she finds herself growing up faster than the average 9 yr old. She is forced to leave the family and life she knew behind her, faces jealousy, competition, work, love, and sees life for what it is. Tough! With her beauty, style, grace, training, education,and eagerness to pay off what she was sold for and to find love (something that is not for the Geisha woman), she ends up being the greatest Geisha ever and the desire of every man. And after all she had been through she never lost herself.

I really enjoyed the end. It had me wanting more. I'll have to read the book. A def must see!

"The Taking of Pelham 123"

"The Taking of Pelham 123", wasn't as good as I thought it was going to be. There wasn't as many shoot outs as I would have liked, like the Die Hard Movies or Passenger 57. They could have made it more suspencful and it would have been nice to see Denzel tell his boss of in the movie. They made his character much to modest. Denzel was good in the movie but I dont like the way they potrayed his character based on what we are used to seeing from him. John Travolta was good. He played the bad guy similar to what he played in "Face Off". I actually like him better as the bad guy in "Face Off" rather than "The Taking of Pelham 123". If they added more shoot out scenes, made John a little more of a bad guy, and Denzel less of one, it would have been a much better movie.

As Denzel begins work as any other normal day, he finds himself being at the wrong place at the wrong time. He is forced to be the negiotiater for the police as he holds the lives of New York Citizens in his hands. With time against them, authorites and the mayor rush for a ransom, Denzel stalls for time as they try and get answers and solutions to the taking of Pelham 123 and it's passengers. Denzel is forced to get closer and closer involved as he risks his own life for the lives of others. As the day closes and the clock is ticketing as John threantens to kill off each passenger if he doesn't get his money,a deeper story unfolds, and Denzel is once again is forced to deal with the situation head on.

Not one I would buy, but might watch it on HBO.

"The Proposal"

"The Proposal" with Sandra Bullock was entertaining. I got to see Sandra act like a "bitch" which we don't get to see too often, and she was good at it. Ryan Reynolds (hot as hell) who played her assistant in the movie was funny as usual. I think he is hilarious and did I mention a hottie?!
Sandra Bullock who plays a bitter and cold hearted editor to her entire staff, finds herself actually needing the people (especially Ryan Reynolds) that she treats like crap, for the first time. Or else she is going to be deported back to Canada for a year. Ryan Reynolds feeling threatened about loosing his job as her assistant and decides to help Sandra out. But not without making some deals of his own with her and using the fact that Sandra needs him to his own advantage. During the process Sandra finds out that Ryan has a great family and almost everything she herself would want. Ryan finds out that Sandra, as it turns out, might be human after all. She does have feelings and a soul, but has done a very good job of hiding and protecting herself due to misfortunes in her life.
It was a great comedy and romance movie rolled up into one. Love it!

The Uninvited

I was just talking about the movie with a close friend of mine and she inquired if I had seen it. You know I had...lol Anywho, it was one of those movies that I don't think was in the movies long but was a really good movie. When you first start to watch it you think it's some sort of paranormal movie, but on the contrary, it isn't. And the end really blows you away! I cant say to much without giving it away, but if you happen to see it Blockbusters or wherever, check it out. You won't be disappointed.

What was the Last Movie You've Seen in the Theaters??

What's Your Scariest Horror Flick and Why?????

Ummmmmmmmmmmmm there aren't that many scary movies out there that scare me, and I must say I am quite the horror buff. However for me I would have to say The Exorcist. That is one movie I cannot watch at night alone and can hardly watch it during the day. When they remade it with the uncut version, that scared me all the more. In fact it scared the HELL out of me!
It's the scariest for me because I played with the Quija board when I was little and I do believe in spirits being all around us....all they need is a sort of door way in which to come into our world. Any of those movies (i.e. Exorcist of Emily Rose) where someone is possessed scares me to the death, yet I continue to watch them..go figure. Other movies are, The Amiytville Horror (the original one), the music alone scares me. The Horror Express is another one. Watching a movie when your young and then watching it as an adult means a world of difference. What do you think???

If you scare easy beware, but here are some clips from my two scariest movies thus far....enjoy.
The Exorcist
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-4f_NMUxcY

The Amityville Horror
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AeUeZv8Hfos

PS - Just having to get these links from UTube just scared me. I had to watch them first to make sure they were the correct one...now I'm hearing noises and sh*t...Great!

Day Breakers...My Thoughts

I went to go and see Day Breakers last night and I found it pretty interesting. It's basically Hell on earth as extinction not only occurs for humans but for the immortals as well. As theyboth push forward to find a solution, everyone is forced to engage in goolish, gory, uncontrollable, and selfish, and necessart acts in order survive. As the human race and vampires push forward for answers, they each fall victim to their own individual fate.....

I enjoyed the movie. I think it would have been awesome in 3-d (like My Bloody Valentine, but better). The sound effects and the amazing visual effects would have made it a "kick ass" 3-d movie. As a matter of fact, although it might cost us more money, I think people would enjoy more 3-d horror/scary movies..I know I would! In the movie Avatar, I jumped a few times becasue the tree branch, a tail, or a bird appeared to be an inch from my face.....imagine if that had been a bloody ax soaring towards my face. Any who I thought it was fabulous fun and give it 2 thumbs up!