It’s nice not having much to do for a change! So, I caught up on all kinds of movies this weekend…
Superman Returns – Been a few years since I’d seen this one, but it was on FX, so I recorded it in HD. Personally, I still think this is a great movie, if only as a continuation from the earlier Christopher Reeve flicks. The story isn’t anything to write home about, but it’s a very nice re-introduction to the popular movies from the 80s. I already wrote my general thoughts about this movie down when I saw it in theaters, but here they are again if anyone cares…
Iron Man – Josh gave me the Bluray version of this. And it’s still a glorious movie. Robert Downey, Jr. is sooooooooooo perfect for the role of Tony Stark, it’s crazy. Again, I already wrote plenty about this movie when I saw it this summer, but here they are if you want to read them again.
The Devil Wears Prada – This was on FX last week, too, and I’d never seen it. Not a bad movie, but probably not one I need to see every again. Mostly a chick-flick, and pretty predictable, but not a bad movie, overall. And Meryl Streep deserved an Oscar for that role, yo…
Hellboy 2: The Golden Army – I really wasn’t a fan of the first movie, and probably should watch it again, but when we were at Redbox grabbing Hancock, we grabbed this one, too, so I could watch it. I guess, in short, I’d find it to be a “serviceable” movie in that I was entertained, but it wasn’t particularly good and I’m glad I didn’t see it in theaters. Selma Blair can’t act to save her life, and the effects were _good_, but certainly not mind-blowing. I guess I’m glad I saw it, but I don’t think I’ll need to see it again…ever…
Hancock – Didn’t get a chance to see this one over summer when it was out in theaters, and as reviews weren’t very impressive, we waited for the DVD. Honestly, it was a lot better than I thought it was going to be. I’m still impressed with Will Smith in general, but Jason Bateman and Charlize Theron do an excellent job, as well. The visual effects were kinda mediocre, to be honest, and the music wasn’t quite…I dunno…”superhero enough”… But, the story was surprisingly engaging and there were a few twists and turns that surprised even me! So yeah, worth the rental, I think. Mom, you probably won’t like it. 😛
I guess I need to get some more movies lined up for next weekend… Recommendations?
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