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Movies I Have Seen Lately

Sex and the City

This was actually better than I expected. It stayed true to the show and it did not feel like I was watching several shows glued together (the fate of many shows turned movies). There were a couple of points where I felt they lingered on the designer names a bit, but overall I would recommend it.

Wanted

If you go to see this movie, shut off your mind and let go of reason. The plot, the action, the physics, are all full of holes. However, it was a fun movie to watch. I laughed heartily several times and walked out of the theater happy. The movie was directed by the same Russian that brought us the Nightwatch series. Wanted, like Nightwatch, has the same Matrix-style magical realism that is a fun break from reality.

Wall-E

Every year I see the new Pixar animated film. I have followed their work through the years including Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., and Ratatouille. Every year I am surprised by how much I enjoy their movies. This year, with the release of Wall-E, I am still amazed. It was incredible. The main character, Wall-E, is a robot who cannot say more than a few words. However, in the style of Buster Keaton, he manages to win your heart. Go see this movie as soon as possible.

Futurama: Beast with a Billion Backs

New Futurama movie purchased on DVD from Virgin: $19.99. Popcorn by Orville Redenbacher: $3.99. David Cross as the voice of a giant beast who just wants to love the animated characters of the Futurama world? Priceless.

Southland Tales

Don't see this movie. It makes no sense and only served to make Brian and I confused and angry that we wasted our time. It is out for rent right now. Do not be confused into thinking it might be fun simply because it has the Rock, Sean William Scott, Justin Timberlake and Mandy Moore in it. It is not fun. Stay away from it.

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