Classic Movie Wednesday #6 Princess Bride

Princess Bride Movie Review

This movie is just one of those films that you have to see  to believe. Just from looking at the poster of this film you would guess it is a romance film but you would be wrong it is in fact a comedy. This movie basically makes fun of fairy tales the entire time. This movie is extremely quotable and will have you laughing from beginning to end. One of the main things this film has going for it is comedic timing. These actors have a great chemistry and the jokes flow together so well. The actors really are taking their lines like they are in a serious film which is what makes it so great. None of them laugh during a joke and take every line as if they were actually living in this world. Now in order to understand the jokes in this film your should probably think about does movies like Spaceballs make me laugh. If so minus the sexual jokes this movies is just like it. One thing that surprised me about this film was Andre the Giant his character was one of the funniest. My main concern with him was that his voice is hard to understand but I could understand him perfectly. Also Mandy Patinkin character " who is shown in the picture above" was my favorite character in this film he was funny from beginning to end. The plot of this film is actually pretty complex for a fairy tale, but I'm only going to say its good because I don't want to pre blow your mind. One thing this film is missing would be a Heman joke or two. I have the power!!!!!!! The power to do what exactly? Stop a lame villain, yes you Heman yes you do. In conclusion Princess Bride is one of those comedies you have to see before you bite the dust. When you watch this film you will realize just how ignorant those fairy tales really are. Seriously, a girl who falls into a coma and is suddenly woke up by a strange man in her room kissing her. Please don't make a live action movie for that Snow White and the Huntsman was a semi success or as I call it Thor origins but that doesn't mean all of them could be. So Princess Bride gets a 7 out of 10. Honestly you should stop what ever you are doing and find this movie its inconceivable that most of America hasn't seen it.

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Classic Movie Wednesday #5 The Sound of Music

 

Sound of Music Movie Review

 

This film is highly regarded as one of the best films of all time. An instant classic most will say. Unlike my peers i didn't enjoy this film as much as i anticipated. So if you love this movie honestly you could hate me after this, but please listen to all of the points i make through out this review. For those who haven't viewed it please understand this is my opinion therefore in order for you to understand whether you like it or not you should view it for yourself. Let me first begin by talking about the plot, its about a nun who suddenly decides she doesn't want to be a nun and becomes a families nanny. Throughout her stay she teaches the kids to sing and grow closer as a family. Honestly what does this have to do with music? I understand its a musical but seriously why not call it The Nun reject or The Nanny. In addition this film takes place in World War Two, now that's what they should have put more emphasis on. Have the family grow closer but have more Nazis. Our main character Maria is played by Julie Andrews. Julie Andrews is the only reason this movie is descent. Her voice is impeccable and her acting was great. For the other characters they are easily forgettable, about thirty minutes after viewing this is forgot everyone of these kids names. In continuation the songs in this film get stuck in you head. That doesn't make them good though the opening song could easily be like the call me maybe song not great at all but still gets stuck in your head. Believe it or not the nuns actually have a song number and honestly it was bad. If they remake this film they should have the nuns sing Like a Virgin or Love Stinks that would make this epic. In conclusion the sound of music is an okay movie. It gets a 5 out of 10 its okay but one more song number away from awful. What could have made this better? For starters better actors to play the kids or better yet a movie with just Julie Andrews. If you want to make it a classic make the father Adam West and tell him he is Batman. He could show the kids how to use Shark  repellent. So if you want a descent time watch The Sound of Music on a day you have nothing to do.

Friday Night Movies #7 Green Lantern

 

Green Lantern Movie Review

 

When rumors first arose of one of my favorite superhero's would be receiving their own movie I was ecstatic. Green Lantern is such a dynamic character. He is cynical and sarcastic in retrospect  he is my kind of guy. In all honesty i wasn't that pleased with the film itself mostly pertaining to the plot. The plot itself isn't very interesting and for me doesn't really have to do with green lantern. Most of  this film takes place on Earth and if you know anything about Green Lantern you should know that a vast majority of what he does take place in space. He is the guardian of a huge sector of the universe not just Earth. In addition our main hero is played by Ryan Reynolds. He was one of the few characters I actually enjoyed watching. He was a perfect fit for this character he captured every aspect of Green Lantern that I could want. As for  Peter Sarsgard's character Hector, I really could have done without him. When he died at the end i was extremely happy because he was just annoying. His character was just so needy they made him way to jealous over such a stupid thing. Oh i didn't get any love from my father, who cares Hector you big headed freak. Another thing as the film went on his head got bigger. Seriously it got gross some moments i was waiting for it to explode. He reminds me of Freaky Fred from Courage the Cowardly Dog. A giant head, talks to himself and people are afraid of him wow that's a close match. Other than the lack luster cast this movie also disappoints in CGI work. Through out the entire movie it seems like Ryan Reynolds is being consumed by a green blob. Another good comparison would be the scene of the Dark Knight where all the jail guards are surrounding the guy with a phone in his chest. That's what the Green Lantern chest reminds me of I'm just waiting for someone to make their phone call. Also the color green used for his suit reminds me of the Eco plasma from Ghostbusters. What you should get out of this is that Bill Murray was the first Green Lantern. I can imagine him now Sinestro" you are a disgrace to his memory for wearing his ring". Bill Murray" yeah you too pal". He is now officially casted for the retired Green Lantern movie. Who ya gonna call, Green Lantern! In conclusion I'm am now excited for the second Green Lantern movie hopefully they can attempt to make Green Lantern more like Batman. Sinestro is going to be an awesome villain for the next film if they make him like the Joker dark. Green Lantern gets a 4 out of 10 poor Ryan Reynold such a good job in this movie to bad everyone else didn't get the memo that it was supposed to be kinda serious. So instead of watching this watch Batman because Batman is what is right with the world.

 

 

In Addition due to constant nagging of one of my fans. Michael Clarke Duncan rest in peace your part was actually decent. To bad you couldn't have had a bigger role in this movie.

My Top Ten Movies of all Time

This list is comprised of my favorite movies of all time. My list was determined on account of two factors the re watch factor and Story or plot factor. The first factor is basically could I watch this again or how often do I watch it. The second factor is basically do I get engaged to whats going on does the story become so interesting to where I ignore everything around me. A good movie should have both of these things.

 

Lets begin with #10 The Shawshank Redemption










#9 Back to the Future Trilogy


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The Back to the Future series is just one for the ages. I haven't found one person that doesn't like these movies. These movies bring us some of the greatest quotes of all time. Great Scott!!!


 #8 Forrest Gump




This movie brings so many memorable quotes and moments and is one of the funniest movies of all time. Its safe to say that they average person has seen this movie at least 3 times if not more. Honesty I could watch this movie any time and never get bored.



#7 Mission Impossible 3









One of greatest thrill rides of all time. This movie kept me guessing from begging to end. Tom Cruise is probably my favorite actor so having him kill people makes everything better. Everytime I watch it I still get sucked into the plot and it always suprises me.




 

#6 Gladiator



 

One word Russel Crowe. This movie is one of the greatest of all time. Give Russel Crowe a sword and say kill these men and you have a hit. After I first watched this movie I immediately turned it on again. It never gets old, in fact i love it more every time i see it.


#5 Hoosiers




 

Hoosiers is my favorite sports of all time. Gene Hackman does a fantastic job and the story entertains me every time. I literally watched this movie four times one day.

 

 

#4 Star Wars Empire Strikes Back










Out of all the Star Wars films this is the most memorable. One of the greatest quotes of all time " Luke I am your father" how can you not love it. The fight scenes in this film keep you at the edge of your seat and make you want to watch it over again. Empire Strikes back equals pure magic

 

#3 Avengers



Marvels the Avengers was one of my most anticipated movies of 2012. I saw this movie four times in theaters and loved everytime more and more. Im so excited to own this movie so i can watch it even more.

 

 

 

#2 Star Trek every one of them



That right Star Trek film series. These movies are just awesome. They may get corny at times but are awesome. The new one in particular I can watch over and over.

 

#1 The Dark Knight Trilogy



This may be a bit obvious but I'm  huge batman fan. Batman has blow my mind from the first time I saw the animated series. I watch these movies all the time and plan to own all of them. I quote these movies just about every day and work on my Joker impression almost every day. So in conclusion I love Batman

 

  Lots of you are probably wondering wheres Lord Of the Rings?!?!?!?!?!?  Well I love those movies but I cant just sit down and watch them once a week like some of these movies. Great movies but they are Ben Hur great I can appreciate them but cant watch them but once a year.

 




• This movie is one of the greatest films of all time. Why isn't higher on my list well its because its not a movie I'm dying to watch again right after I watch it. Now its story will suck you in right from the beginning. I don't want to spoil anything for those who haven't seen it so here at number ten is the Shawshank Redemption.