Some Random Movie Reviews

I've been neglecting my blog lately, but I've been thinking about it. Movie review time.

1. The Usual Suspects. I went into this movie without knowing a thing about what it was about. I had absolutely no bias walking into this movie. Knowing me, if I read any bad reviews of it, I probably would have given it a bad impression. Good thing I didn't. This movie was great. It starts off slow, and it starts off kinda confusing and weird and convoluted and everything. But stick with it. The ending is satisfying as hell because you never see it coming. I was thoroughly impressed by how the movie resolved, and it sticks in my head as one of the best ways to end a movie. My verdict: 8/10.

2. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1. Honestly I didn't remember much of what happened in the 6th movie. I just thought "Hey, I'll remember eventually," and I did. Thing is though, the problem with this movie is that if you're starting the series with Deathly Hallows (which is a stupid idea from the beginning), you will understand NOTHING about this movie. It's definitely a sequel in that everything that happens in this movie draws from what happens in the last one. Other than that though, this movie is phenomenal. The cinematography is top-notch, and the acting is also great. Plus, Emma Watson :D. My verdict: 9/10.

3. Infernal Affairs. Ever watch of a movie called The Departed? Did you enjoy it? Now, picture this: Did you know that movie was inspired by a Chinese movie called Infernal Affairs? I bet you didn't. Infernal Affairs is basically the same general storyline of the Departed, but in Hong Kong. There's something about the actors in Infernal Affairs than the Departed that I liked better. It feels more organic is what I could say. The cinematography is great, the pacing is tense, you're always guessing what could happen next. Great movie. If you liked the Departed, you'll like Infernal Affairs, perhaps even more. My verdict: 10/10.

4. American Movie. Indie films ftw! Hands down, the most down-to-earth documentary ever made. We follow Mark Borchardt, an aspiring filmmaker, and his journey to complete his short film, Coven. However, he runs into so many problems, from a lack of funding to the ineptitude of his friends and family as his cast and crew. Nothing in this movie is scripted, and nothing that happens in this movie is at all fiction. I enjoyed this movie a lot because of the honesty and integrity of Mark and his pursuit of his American Dream. You feel his pain and you connect with him. His friend Mike is also hilarious in his own strange way. I seriously enjoyed this movie and it has definitely become one of my favorite movies. My verdict: 10/10.

And then, suddenly, there was an urge to watch The Breakfast Club again. Ahh, good movies make me feel all warm inside :D

1. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Note: I’m not including a trailer for this one because the trailer really gives off the wrong impression about the movie. Just see it.

Everyone has seen a movie that has blown them away completely, more than any other movie they’ve seen. It could have changed the way you thought about life. It could have made you cry more than any other movie. Regardless, chances are there’s a movie where you reached the credits and thought “Wow, that was the best movie I’ve ever seen.” That movie for me is Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

The movie starts out kinda confusing, because you are introduced to the characters, and they become a couple, and they’re happy. Then, suddenly, it shifts to the guy crying his eyes out while driving home in the rain. And thus, the movie begins.

The movie is about a man, Joel Barish, who finds out that his girlfriend, Clementine Kruczynski, has erased him from her memory. He is devastated and decides to have the same operation done to him. His memories erase in reverse order—from the most recent to the first time they met. He experiences them as they slowly disappear from his memory, reliving them almost. As he slowly moves closer to the beginning of their relationship, he starts to fall back in love with her. But at that point, it’s too late; the operation can’t stop.

Some might think this is a chick flick romantic comedy. I beg to differ. This movie appeals to everyone at an emotional level; nothing cutesy here. It makes you think about love and life, and what they really mean. The real tear-jerking part is his last few memories, right before she is completely erased. He wants another chance, something everyone wants at some point. What happens next is what made the movie for me. The climax of the movie is what made this movie so great.

I remember finishing the movie and being completely astounded at its beauty. This was the movie that made me truly appreciate movies for all that they are, and it also made me hate other movies for what they weren’t. Since then, I haven’t seen a movie that has made me feel the same way, not even close. Maybe I’m a sap for these kinds of movies, but I don’t care. This movie is incredible, in all ways. There’s something about it that feels strangely relatable.

Watch it. You might love it, or you might hate it. Just watch it, it’s definitely worth your time. You will be very surprised at what it has to offer. I know I was, and now I worship it. For all you know, it might become your new favorite.

Well there’s my Top 10 Favorite Movies. I’m glad this is done, so I can do other stuff now too.

2. Pulp Fiction

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The only film to top Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs is Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction, THE most quotable movie EVER MADE. This is the quintessential Tarantino film that won him the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or, probably the most prestigious film award in the world. Everything in this movie is iconic, everything is quotable, all the characters are memorable, and the story is one you’d never forget. If you don’t like this movie, then you don’t know good movies.

Tarantino dishes it out with an all-star cast: John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson star as two hitmen; Bruce Willis stars as a boxer on the run; Uma Thurman stars as the wife of the Los Angeles underground boss gangster; the list goes on. There are multiple characters to follow and multiple stories to follow. The characters are so dynamic and interesting to listen to, which means that the dialogue is NEVER dull, and NEVER boring.

Speaking of the dialogue, Tarantino’s writing in this movie is incredible. He has a knack for witty and memorable dialogue, and Pulp Fiction is proof of that. When you finish this movie, there will be many lines you distinctly remember because 1. They were hilarious, 2. They were badass, or 3. They were hilarious AND badass. There’s no possible way you can forget the dialogue. It’s too good.

The way the film is set up is in non-linear format: the movie ends where it began. It sounds odd, yes, and sometimes the movie jumps around, but by the end, everything comes together perfectly. There’s something about it that feels right.

I distinctly remember finishing the movie and desperately wanting more. I bet that you will finish the movie the exact same way. Like Reservoir Dogs, you will never forget this movie if you tried. If you haven’t watched this movie, then this should be a must-see for you. Or else I’ll get medieval on your ass.

3. Slumdog Millionaire

Top 3, let’s finish this up!

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Slumdog Millionaire, the winner of 8 2009 Academy Awards including Best Picture. Why is this movie one of my top three? Everything about this movie to me has such ridiculous artistic appeal: the music, the cinematography, the editing, etc. I find this movie truly magical because of the way it’s presented.

This movie was one of those movies that I had to watch twice to really understand it. I remember hearing first that it had won a ton of awards and whatnot, so I figured it was worth a shot. It certainly wasn’t what I expected, and it didn’t blow me away at first because I had a hard time following the story. But now that I understand the premise, I understand why it’s so acclaimed.

The way it’s presented is so avante-garde and experimental. What this does is add to the intensity of the movie, so much so that it’s overwhelming. I look to this movie to provide cinematography inspiration and ideas to springboard off of to use for my videos. The chasing scenes are absolutely incredible because of the music, the cinematography, and the editing. It’s a different feeling.

Here’s my favorite example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDC47NsoRE0

Basically, the story is about a slumdog who is accused of cheating on the game show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. However, when he is telling his story, he reveals all the hardships he has faced since he was a child; it is his experiences that give him the answers to the game show questions. The story is incredibly intense in a ton of different ways, so I’d just watch it.

I admire this movie for it’s cinematography, editing, music, acting, and story. Something about it makes the whole experience magical, even though some of the themes are dark. Sometimes, I think the Academy doesn’t screw up.

4. Reservoir Dogs

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Reservoir Dogs: Quentin Tarantino’s directing debut, and arguably one of his best films. If you say you love indie movies, and you haven’t seen Reservoir Dogs, then you’re not a true indie movie lover. Reservoir Dogs represents the epitome of what it means to be a great independently made movie.

Everything about this movie is iconic, from the tipping scene, to the torture scene, to the frickin’ opening credits: A bunch of guys in suits, walking down the street in slow motion, to music. You will never forget these scenes; they glue to your brain like a tumor, and they will never leave. The movie is funny, vulgar, violent, and interesting in so many different ways that it’s impossible to not remember this movie.

Quentin Tarantino mainstreamed the non-linear movie format. Reservoir Dogs is about a group of guys robbing a bank. Thing is, you only see what happens before and after the heist; the actual robbery is never seen, but only mentioned through dialogue. This sets up a very unique storytelling method that sounds weird on paper, but shines on execution.

I like this movie because of how many boundaries it pushed, in terms of violence, language, and overall setup. Trust me, you will NEVER forget Reservoir Dogs, even if you tried. Whether you think it’s too violent, too vulgar, or too boring is up to you, but Tarantino undoubtedly debuted with unmatched intensity. It could arguably be the best independent film ever made. It’s that great of a movie, and a must-see if you love indie films, or anything about movies at all.

5. Chungking Express

Best character intro ever

Top five now. Let’s get this going.

Chungking Express is my last Asian film in this list. It is Wong Kar Wai’s most well-known film, and rightly so. Bluntly put, it’s a very quirky romance movie that will delight anyone.

The movie follows two cops in their quests for love in and around the Chungking Mansions in Hong Kong, each with their individual halves of the movie. The first cop was dumped on April 1st, and he thought it was a joke at first. His arc revolves around him getting over his ex and moving on with life. Meanwhile, he takes his anger out by jogging, because “then he won’t have any tears left to cry.”

The second arc revolves around a fast-food employee and her love interest with another cop. This cop was also just dumped, and the employee notices. However, the cop refuses to forget about his ex and just mopes around. Thus, the employee takes it upon herself to help him by stealing a set of his keys, breaking into his apartment when he’s not home, and fixing the place up.

If that doesn’t interest you, then you might as well go watch Transformers 2 or something. Not only does this movie have an awesome plot, but the camerawork, the music, the actors, pretty much everything, just straight-up win.

To truly know what I’m talking about, you seriously have to watch it. Definitely not a movie you will ever forget.

6. Fallen Angels

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Another movie probably no one I know has seen. Not exactly a movie for everyone. What this movie does with the camera is probably beyond strange for many, and the story structure would probably throw a lot of people off their rocker. Regardless, this is one funky movie that sticks with you.

Wong Kar Wai is quite the experimenter. Half of his scenes are shot with a fisheye lens, which distorts a person’s face to make their noses look big. What he does with the camera is totally unique and experimental, and I love it.

This movie is such a psychedelic rush of mixed emotions. I don’t know how to explain it, but the cinematography really conveys a ton of emotion, which is very unique to this movie. I like the artistic appeal to this movie, and it inspires me to be a bit more experimental with my camera angles.

It’s one of those movies that you have to watch to understand why it’s so great. Definitely geared more to the independent filmmakers, but I would give it a shot nonetheless. :D

7. Spirited Away

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Spirited Away, one of many great Hayao Miyazaki anime films. Bluntly put, it is an incredible movie. The fact that most of the animation was made using traditional, hand-drawn pictures honestly astounds me. You don’t get much of that anymore.

I’ve seen this movie so many times, in English and in Japanese, for years. I’ve always loved this movie for the story, and now I can appreciate and worship it for its technical glory. You get immersed in the story and in the world so easily. The story is interesting, multi-layered, and unique. The characters are incredibly memorable (the baby). There are so many things that you can love about this movie. Which brings me to probably one of the main reasons why I love this movie so much:

The music. The soundtrack is amazing. I love the soundtrack. I love it so much that I own the entire soundtrack. I’ve learned four or five of these songs on the piano. I can’t say enough about the music because I worship it. It’s probably my all-time favorite soundtrack. Joe Hisaishi is just… I could listen to his stuff all day long.

Overall though this movie is just incredible. Definitely one of those movies I could watch over and over again and not get bored.

8. WALL-E

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Yes, WALL-E, my favorite Pixar film ever. Many people seem to be mixed about this movie. Some dislike the pessimistic doomsday outlook on humanities future. Some didn’t think it had as much connection to kids as previous Pixar movies. I personally think this is their best movie overall.

The animation, first off, is absolutely incredible. I remember watching this movie and being amazed by the amount of detail that was put into the visuals. Space and the garbage-ridden Earth were my favorites. They’re just so pretty to look at. Absolutely stunning.

I thought the way the story was told was also incredibly unique. I liked how WALL-E and EVE did not really have to speak much for the audience to understand them. The way Pixar did the characters’ animations really conveyed the right things. I liked watching WALL-E’s actions because they were so expressive and lively—he felt almost human. I felt as if I followed the movie completely fine, which I find quite impressive.

Ignore anyone who thinks this is a bad movie. It’s incredible. It’s totally different than anything else out there, but it tells its story in a fantastic way. Not only that, it’s just pure eye-candy

9. When the Last Sword is Drawn

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A foreign film that I’m sure almost none of my friends have seen. This movie was made in 2004 and it follows the story of a Shinsengumi samurai named Kanichiro Yoshimutra. He is introduced as a very skilled and greedy swordsman. As a mercenary, he goes out of his way to get as much money as he can. This is perceived as greedy by his fellow samurai. However, as the story goes on, more and more is revealed about his past, and his true colors shine.

Turns out Kanichiro is gathering money so that he can support his family. He disgraced his old clan and his family name by leaving. He is perceived as a greedy mercenary in his new clan. However, it is all to support his family. His true character is revealed through his noble actions. During one scene, when food was extremely low, he gave out all the rice to the rest of the samurai and let himself go hungry. It is beautiful and sad how far he went to help others, regardless of the sacrifice.

This was one of those movies that you watch and you just feel good at the end. Kanichiro’s character is someone you really feel attached to. He is funny, quirky, honorable, and honest. You can’t help but wish more people in the world were like him. The acting in this movie is totally superb, especially Kanichiro’s actor. Everything is believable and immerses you into the fantastic tale. I’ve never seen a movie like it before.

10. Fantastic Mr. Fox

I’m gonna write about my top ten favorite movies and then explain why. I’m bored and I dunno what else to post right now.


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This movie is based off the book by Roald Dahl, though the ending to the movie differs slightly. It is a stop motion animated film. Why is this one of my favorites, out of all the animated films out there? Because it’s totally different from any other contemporary animated movie, i.e. it’s not digital. It delivers a very different feel that works.

The story and the characters are incredibly quirky. You can’t help but laugh at times because it’s just so damn different and funny. You’ll fall in love almost instantly. George Clooney’s voice talent totally fits Mr. Fox, and he delivers a great performance. And Kylie the Opossum is just hilarious. You really have to watch it to understand, because it’s pretty far from ordinary, and only after watching it you will understand.

By the way, this is only the first of three animated films in my top ten.

Justin Bieber Movie

Yeah, I went to watch it, and I’m not ashamed at all. I don’t hate the kid like a lot of people do. I don’t love him either. I’m part of that middle, grey group who no one really cares about.

Overall, as a documentary, it was okay. It told the basics of his story. There was nothing much we haven’t heard though: He came from a small town, he got his fame on Youtube, he’s a superstar now. That’s all that it really told us. So when it came to historical content, it was pretty limited I’d say.

A lot of it was just geared toward boosting public opinion of the guy. It was mostly sentiments about how he was born with the talent and how he was always a natural showman. They showed baby videos of him, which promptly led the large mass of girls sitting in front of me to go “AWWWW.” Eh. I’m not really affected by baby videos. In my opinion, really, all babies are like that.

I think this movie was more a publicity stunt than a real documentary. Half of it was just portions of his concerts. So, as a documentary, it was pretty average: not great, but definitely not bad. It’s just the fact that it’s Justin Bieber that makes people think it’s a big deal.

Verdict: 6/10

Upcoming Project

This weekend I’ll be filming my next video. Here’s the lowdown on why this is a big deal for me:

Filming was originally slated for Thanksgiving weekend (yeah, in November). The first day, my main actor (Kevin Dewey) woke up feeling woozy. My other actors (except Carlos Cortes) also woke up feeling sick. Also, Kevin’s house was supposed to be the setting of the video. It was unavailable. No filming that day.

We rescheduled a few days later. Then, Carlos got sick. No filming that day.

We rescheduled ANOTHER day. Kevin had to be at his brother’s football game that evening, so he wasn’t available. No filming that day.

And now, I have recast my actors (except for Carlos) and scheduled a new location and a new date. I seriously hope this date comes through, because I seriously want to film this damn video!

Update when I update :D

Why Filmmaking?

Filmmaking is, in my opinion, the best kind of storytelling out there. I don’t know about you, but the reason why I don’t like to read is because imagining things happening simply isn’t enough for me. I enjoy seeing a story in an entertaining way. I like to be immersed in the story, with sound, visuals, atmospheric music, etc. Movies are like my escape. It’s like entering a completely different world and viewing the story firsthand.

Movies can take many shapes and forms. However, the differences between movies and other kinds of media are simple:

1. They provide motion, and
2. They provide visuals mixed with music and sound effects.

Photography is interesting to look at, and some may argue that the whole story can be captured in a single picture (which is true). However, film is MOTION picture. It’s a bunch of pictures linked together to create the illusion of motion. I don’t know about you, but the motion makes everything seem more real. I like real.

Also, have you ever had those moments where you think “Damn, I just did something awesome. I wish awesome music could play to celebrate it.” That might just be me, but honestly, music creates atmosphere. Combine music with motion picture, and you have one entertaining movie.

I love filmmaking because it’s entertaining and it feels more real than just pictures or books or other kinds of storytelling. It’s a medium unlike anything else out there.

My Biggest Influence

Of all the directors and all their works, no other director has influenced me as much as the big man, Quentin Tarantino. Why?

He’s taught me what makes a good movie.

When I watched Inglourious Basterds,I expected more action than it had. This was because I was used to seeing Hollywood movies with tons of action and suspense. Instead, I was presented with a ton of dialogue that I thought went on forever. However, it was interesting, so I decided to investigate further with his movies, because I had heard good stuff about them.

Reservoir Dogs was where I began to understand Tarantino. The bulk of this movie is just acting and dialogue. But the way it tells the story is incredible. The characters are beyond real—there’s no cheesy dialogue or anything that sounds stupid. It is an intense movie with bits of action and amazing suspense. I learned, right when I finished that movie, that good movies have good stories.

I began to see the emptiness in Hollywood films. I began to ask, “Why are they fighting? Why is it so drawn out? There’s no way all those bullets could have missed him!” While I understand it’s for entertainment, I began to become repelled by the ridiculousness of these scenarios.

Then I saw Pulp Fiction, and I became obsessed with following his tactics.

I’ve seen other directors who are similar to Tarantino, such as Stanley Kubrick (another amazing director). I find so much power in their storytelling that is lacking in many films that come out today. My goal as a filmmaker is to resurrect that power and emulate it in a way that will become successful.

Thank you, Quentin Tarantino, for making great movies. For better or for worse, my outlook on film has changed forever, because of you.

2010 in Retrospect

Overall, 2010 movies were relatively disappointing. There were a lot of big movies that came out, but none that I saw were up to my expectations.

While Inception was very popular among Beckman (so many Facebook posts about it…), I found it was pretty good, but not GREAT. I think the two great things that I saw in the movie was the soundtrack (which is orgasmic it’s ridiculous), and Joseph Gordon Levitt. My biggest thing was that it was too Hollywood. It was so convoluted that I was not able to get absorbed into it as much as everyone else did. I don’t know why. It also relied too heavily on special effects. Much like Transformers and Iron Man, I was almost repelled by the effects because it was used too often. However, it wasn’t a bad movie. I did like it. I loved the cinematography and the soundtrack. Also, the story was interesting, though very confusing sometimes.

The Social Network received similar reaction in me. Maybe it was because I was sleepy or expecting too much, but I found that there was nothing about it that seriously stood out. It was a well-made movie. There were no noticeable flaws, and it kept the audience interested. But, contrary to much of the buzz, I didn’t see anything stand-out-ish about it. Maybe it needs another viewing.

The one notable exception this year was Toy Story 3. Pixar does NOT disappoint. I don’t have to say much about this one. Let’s just say, it was like a huge nostalgic punch to the face that made me feel so good inside. It was a great way to end the series, and it’s become one of my favorite Pixar movies (behind Wall-E).

I hope to see more great movies this year.

More Movies!

Here are some other movies I've watched recently.

The Social Network: Okay, it was good. It was a solid movie that never strayed away from its purpose. It had good dialogue and good cinematography. The story was non-linear and developed characters. But really, nothing really stood out to me. Yes, it was a technically solid movie, and yes, it has garnered many high reviews, but it didn't wow me, it simply left me content. At least it wasn't a bad movie. The actors were pretty good. The whole process of making Facebook was a drama waiting to happen. But once again, I was failed to be completely wowed. I feel like it was playing it too safe. But that's me. Failed to wow, but was a solid movie otherwise. My verdict: 8/10.

Chungking Express: Okay, now THIS movie was different. It follows the stories of two heartbroken cops and the way they deal with their sadness. I liked this movie because the way it was filmed was completely different from any other. The chase scenes involved low shutter speeds, but you were still able to see the characters' faces through all the blur. My favorite line in the movie is "Do you like pineapples?" That itself should interest you. I liked this movie a lot because it had very interesting dialogue, had a great set of characters, and extremely unique storylines. The cinematography in this movie was very different from other movies so it stood out like a sore thumb. Thing is, it works. There's something about this movie that makes it one of my all time favorites. I could watch it all day long. The "Dreamlover" sequence never fails to make me smile. My verdict: 10/10

A Ton of Stuff!

Okay, so, this post will be an assortment of different topics. Let's do this.

In my last big post, I reviewed some movies. Well I got around to one more after that. 2001: A Space Odyssey. It's revered as a classic and as one of the best movies ever made. It's iconic opening sequence is recognizable everywhere. But man, even with all the hype, I couldn't help but get bored with the movie. It's pacing is incredibly slow, and I honestly didn't understand what the monolith was supposed to do. The Star Gate scene gave me a headache (I had had surgery that day so maybe that's why) and the ending was so weird that I gave up on understanding the movie. Some of the scenes were cool though. I liked the low-gravity scenes. But it simply didn't live up to the hype that I had heard. My verdict: 7/10

Natural Inspiration is on the internet! I have put it on Vimeo instead of Youtube because I feel like it would be better to put it on that site because of the indie community. My cousin Ryan stars as the only person in the video! I'm quite proud of it, so check it out!

Natural Inspiration

I'm writing a couple new videos right now so I'll be updating you with one of the videos soon.

I dunno, I guess that really isn't a whole lot. But whatever, :) Just check out my video and tell me how you feel about it! Even though no one really reads this =P

Movie Watcher

I've been on a quest to watch good movies. There are some movies that I think are great, and there are some movies I think aren't so great. Let's dig in.

Inception, by Christopher Nolan, was okay. It was pretty entertaining to see them exploring dreams. I think that it was a bit overly hyped, but even then, I didn't go in with any expectations. It was a bit confusing at times, especially at the beginning. The climax was good, but very long, and a little bit over the top. But that's how Hollywood movies are like. I'll be honest and say that the reason I wanted to see it was Joseph Gordon Levitt was in it, and I've become a huge fan of him since 500 Days of Summer. My verdict of the movie: 9/10 (would have been 8, but +1 for Joe)

Toy Story 3 was, by far, the best movie of the year. It was without a doubt in my mind, the best installment in the whole Toy Story franchise. Everything about it was Toy Story--the characters, the story, and everything. I loved how, for a kid's movie, it has so many layers to it that it appeals to adults too. I especially loved watching Spanish Buzz go nuts over Jessie. Buzz + Jessie forever! It was exciting, it was extremely funny, and it was a true final sequel to the best animated series ever created. My verdict: 10/10

Platoon was a disturbing movie. It wasn't because of the gore or anything, but by how cruel the soldiers in the movie were to the Vietnamese townsfolk. One soldier shot a woman in the head because she was yelling, and a couple other soldiers raped a little girl. It's a disturbing thought that this kind of stuff actually happened, but on a much larger scale. It's my second favorite Vietnam war movie, behind Full Metal Jacket. Very good. My verdict: 9/10

Desperado was a crazy movie. At heart, simply a shoot-em up with a sex scene in the middle. The main guy has a suitcase full of guns and goes around killing people. He has friends who have rocket launchers and machine guns in their guitar cases. Bullets flying everywhere made this movie exciting, yet completely ridiculous. My verdict: 7/10

Planet Terror. That was one crazy-ass movie. A TON of blood, gore, zombies, guns, explosions, a sex scene, a missing reel, and a gogo dancer who has an M16 for a leg. It's completely ridiculous. It's a fun movie though, even though you'll be cringing at some of the visuals. It crosses a lot of boundaries, so it gets some credit for that. My verdict: 7/10

Death Proof was an interesting movie. Half of the movie is just girls talking about stuff, and nothing more. It drags on for a long time, but the action sequences make up for it all. The last car chase scene frickin' blew my mind. I can't believe the time, detail, and effort put into the one eighteen-minute climax. It was incredible, but it's offset by the relatively dull dialogue in the rest of the movie. My verdict: 8/10

I'm off to watch 2001: A Space Odyssey and A Clockwork Orange now, so I'll talk to y'all later!

Favorite Movies

Here is a list of my all-time favorite movies. They're in no particular order because I like each movie for different reasons.

• Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
• 500 Days of Summer
• Slumdog Millionaire
• Saving Private Ryan
• Inglourious Basterds
• Full Metal Jacket
• Austin Powers Goldmember
• Kung Fu Hustle

I won't go into detail with each movie because that'll take too long. I just wanted to let y'all know ;)