Enchanted

Todays generation of kids see Disney films as live action films or computer animated, - the wave of the future - Watercolour had its last feature length film 4 years ago. The older generations grew up with traditional hand painted movies about princes and princesses and musicals with songs everyone loved to sing to. Luckily for us musicals are making a comeback in the film world and so the the traditional watercolour film.

So in true Disney fashion what better way to bring it back than with a combined Live Action and water colour fairy tale. Enchanted is a funny family movie about a girl in a cartoon land who meets prince charming and falls in love, thus like a good fairy tale, plans to marry the prince. And what would a Disney movie be without the evil Queen Step mother, so in a twist in order to get rid of the girl who will take her crown, she sends her to our world where "there is no Happily ever after." With its funny lines and unique cast and script adds twist to the traditional fairy tale it leaves you wondering who is the girls real true love and some really good songs too. The costumes are cute and the costumes that seem to fit in nicely in a cartoon world seem outlandish and odd in the real world add a little bit of humor. It's the kind of movie that leaves you feeling good at the end - but then again, it is a Disney film so why shouldn't it.

I had no intention of seeing this movie in theatres, it just didn't grab my attention when I saw previews. But I am glad I did as its a charming family movie. The only thing I found to be disappointing was the cartoon part of the film. It felt un finished and to simple, but I guess when the focus of the movie is live action it's understandable.

I recommend this movie to everyone to see. Its funny and really good.

I give it 5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG for some scary images and mild innuendo

Amazing Grace

Everyone knows the song - an old hymn about God's grace "Amazing grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now am found. Was blind but now I see." Powerful lyrics that can leave you humbled. Some may wonder who wrote the song and why? as there is always a story behind a song.

This movie does not focus on who wrote the song, but it shared in the movie and the song in itself is a major character in the film. Written by a former Slave Ship captain who repented of his sins, he shares his song with a man who is convicted about slave trade makes it his life goal to abolish it in Europe nearly hundred years prior to America. Based on the true of a man who has a difficult time trying to abolish the trade nearly gives up on the process, but holds tight to the song Amazing Grace.

The movie moved a bit slow, and by far more of an intillectual film than an action film goes on just a little too long. It gives you a picture into the past and allows you to learn something new.

It was a good movie, but needed to be shorter.

I recommend this to those who are interested in some intriging history about the slave trade and song that sung around the world

I give it 3.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG for thematic material involving slavery, and some mild language

One Night with the King

When you mention the name Queen Esther, theres probably some people who don't know who you're talking about, let alone her incredible story about her battle to save her people. You wonder where you can find the story about a Queen who risks her life, you can find it in the Old Testament in the Bible. Those who do know the name know the story of the Jewish girl who becomes Queen, but keeps her faith a secret, until it is declared that all Jewish men, women, and children are to be slaughtered. In order for her to save her people she must go before the King uninvited and risk death.

It's a story about one of the most amazing women in the bible, a Women other look up to. She trusted God and he prevailed. The movie is about this story, but slightly fictionalized as it is based upon a novel written about Esther. It's a unique take on the story, but in a very good way.

The movie starts of sloq, but picks up and makes for a good film. The costume design is amazing and would make any girl wish she was a Queen. The acting was not the best, and had its moments, but for the most part it was good. Some performances were quite well acted as well.

Had the cover of the case not stood out to me, I might not have had the chance to enjoy this movie. I recommend this movie to girls, or anyone who wants to know Esther's story.

I give it 3.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG for violence, some sensuality and thematic elements.

Arctic Tale

First Came "March of the Penguins," a new era of documentary that whole family would enjoy. Narrated by a famous actor, the documentary of following the life of a group of Emperer Penguins becomes more, it becomes a story. But it also takes you on the journey of seeing their trials and sadness and happy moments. So after years of filming a Polar bear and a Walrus we get Arctic tale narrated by Queen Latifa.

The Story of a polar bear and Walrus, doesn't sound all that interesting, but add some global warming and some music and you have a truly remarkable story. Life is difficult when you're way of life becomes threatened by the warming climate and you're taken on their journey to survive. So with that this movie does not come without its share of sad moments, but these and gruesomeness of some aspects of the film have been dumbed down as to make it more family friendly. This movie contains beautiful scenery and an excellent soundtrack adding beauty to this film about Some very different creatures.

I really enjoyed this film and felt they did a good job on the documentary. It wasn't too long which made it that much better, not having to sit through endless scenes. I recommend this to those who liked March of the Penguins or if you're up for something a little different.

I give it 3.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5

Sicko

You Never know what to expect when you sit down to watch a Michael Moore documentary. The only thing you can guarantee is that it's controversial and some will like it, while others will down right despise it. So what better way to start the movie off with than showing the documentary is not about - the millions of people in the U.S. without healthcare. It's about the millions that do have healthcare.

Moore intent is to take you on a trip to show you how corrupt the privatized healthcare system is. How the insurance companies will try and find any loop hole or way possible to get out of paying any money. The less money spent...means more money for the company. It's the type of documentary the just may leave you in disgust.

Michael Moore's narration takes you as far as why the american government is afraid of public healthcare (oh no! It's socialism, our society shall crumble) and showing that it can work by taking us to Canada, England, and France. He continued his story by introducing us to some 9/11 volunteer rescue workers who are now suffering for their acts of heroism, but are not qualified for the benefits simply because they were volunteers. So what does Moore do, He takes them to Cuba (which is illegal for Americans). As for the outcome, I guess you'll just have to watch to find out.

It is by far the best of Moore's documentaries to date, my favourite so far. He leaves with questions, wondering what America's future holds.

I liked this film and recommend it to those who enjoy documentaries even if you're not a moore fan.

I give this Film 4 IceCream Scoops out of 5

Rated PG-13 for brief strong language.

August Rush

How do you start a movie about an orphan boy who hopes to use music to find his parents even though He has never played an instrument in his life? In a field listening to the wind move the grass and all the surrounding sounds give this film its fairy tale feel, and completes it with a voice over from the Boy. This is a movie that takes into the past as well as the present as we follow our main character on his journey as well as what the story behind him is. How his parents met and what happened to them.

The Movie has a good plot line following August on his quest in New York City to find his parents using music. In true fairy tale Fashion his parents meet and have one amazing night together and they fall in love, but the girls father will not have it and they never see each other again. Leaving you wondering if by the powers of fate and they boy they do not know exists (as her father told her he died when he was born) bring them back together.

The actors all did an incredible job in this, we learn Rhys-Meyers is in fact a talented singer and guitar player. Freddie Highmore who was cast as August, reflects is great acting ability in this film making room for him to be an Oscar winner one day. Robin Williams gives a brilliantly terrifying performance as Wizard the villain of the film as the keeper of the homeless children he teaches to play music so that they can earn him money. His characters frightening ability to need to own August keeps you wondering what the outcome for August will be.

The film has a great soundtrack with some really good songs and instrumentals, adding just the right amount to then movie. My only disappointment was that I felt the ending was incomplete and that it seemed to be missing something.

All in all, this is a good film to see. It is family friendly and it keeps you wondering what will happen next.

I give it 4.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG for some thematic elements, mild violence and language.

The Invisible

When I first saw the previews for this movie it looked good, a little scary and thrilling but the story line good. I waited till it came into theatres and I never got around to seeing the film, but I was glad to have a gotten to see it now. The movie is good and for the most part I knew the story line although the previews made some of the film different to me that what it actually was (if that makes any sense).

It is a story about a young man who in a sense dies but is still there like a ghost. It is the story of him trying to get the people looking for him to find his body and help them solve what happened to him. The filming is quite well done and as far as the acting went I think it takes some good acting to act as though as person is not there even though he is. The story line is different and leaves you in suspense as to the outcome of the film.

I liked this film, but it is not as good as I had hoped but it still managed to keep me in suspense. Without giving much away I found the ending could have been done differently.

I recommend this film to anyone who likes suspense but nothing to scary and likes something a little different

I give it 3 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for violence, criminality, sensuality and language - all involving teens.

Martian Child

I could tell from the previews that this would be a great film to see, a wonderful family film based on some true events. This film was beautiful and sad and in ways you can see the reality. The acting was good even for the who portrays the Martian child.

This film is about a famous writer who decides to adopt because it is what his late wife had wanted to do. The story follows his relationship with the boy who believes he is from mars and does things so much differently. The stress of it all and how they come love each other as father and son.

This move is emotion filled and a loveable family film with its quirky and funny moments and also the sad and angry moments that happen in families. This movie is wonderful and I recommend it to anyone who is interested in a traditional family film that is just as enjoyable as well as it is heart warming. You don’t see many good family flicks these days and as far as family ones go this is by far one of the best I’ve seen in years.

I give it 3.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG for thematic elements and mild language.

Across the Universe

I Love musicals, theatre or film if there is singing I love it. So when I saw the previews for this movie I knew I had to see it, but for me it was a very long wait. It is by far a different musical than any I’ve seen. It is uniquely made and if not for the music there would be no movie.

Using the songs of The Beatles this film takes you back to the sixties in a time of war and well peace. Spanning countries and water the title is a perfect description of this film. It revolves around a group of people and how they all react differently to the situations forced upon them and all the while singing.

I thoroughly enjoyed this film and the singing was quite well done. The songs made you want to sing along with them. The choreography was brilliantly done and the colours and everything was quite good. I will quite honest and admit that there was a part in the film I did not enjoy, I just didn’t like it and thought it was too weird. But it did fit the film

I recommend this movie to those who like musicals and sometimes something a little different too.

I give it 4.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for some drug content, nudity, sexuality, violence and language.

Sunshine

I recently got to see this film and I was very excited to see it, as I've been waiting to see it for over a year. My original drive to see this movie was an actor I find to be brilliant, but when the previews popped up on the internet I became more interested in the film. I am not normally one to see scary movies or thrillers in theaters, or sci-fi films but I am glad I did.

I knew it was supposed to be a sorta end of the world type film, but it was better. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time worried what would happen next. It didn't move slow and it was a good story line requiring you to pay attention or you just might miss something.

The story is about a group of astronauts in outer space attempting to restart the sun as it is dying. They are the second group to attempt to start it because something happened to the first group. The astronauts are all different and their characters help improve the story line. Cillian Murphy did a brilliant job as Capa, the brilliant physicist guy behind the thing that is supposed to restart the sun. His acting was so good as well as all the other actors including Chris Evans who managed to pull off some good acting, a step up from his Fantastic Four character.

It's a good movie and I'm glad I went to see it, theres so much going on and a lot of emotion too. If you like something different this is for you. It can get suspenseful so if you can handle that, go see it.

I give it 4 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5
Rated R for violent content and language

Perfume: The Story of a Murderer

An interesting film about a young man with an incredible sense of smell, this movie is based on the book by the same name. I have been interested in this movie since I saw a preview for it and thought it looked like it would be a good movie to see, a little bit scary, but it looked like an interesting story line. It started out quite good, but it got a bit strange toward the end. It involved a massive orgy and some disturbing nudity.

It is a story about a young boy really whose sense of smell leads him to try and create the most perfect perfume ever. Unfortunately in order for him to do that, he kills women to take their sent. In a way it felt a little Jack the Ripperish, a man killing women several ages ago. There was not a lot of dialog in this film, it was narrated in some parts and there was some speaking, but in the end it was more of what you saw that created the story line.

I liked it for the most part, there was un-necessary nudity in the film and in my opinion lost some of the potential it had in the beginning. I have heard that this was the type of book that would not do well as a movie, but I have not read the book so I do not know if this is so.

I recommend this movie to someone isn't easily offended or disturbed by some images and has 2 1/2 hours to waste as the movie goes by slowly. If you're want to see something different than take the time to watch a film about a boy with a nose.

I give it 3 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5
Rated R for aberrant behavior involving nudity, violence, sexuality, and disturbing images

Driving Lessons

It's like Harold & Maude, but less disturbing and more funny and awkward. I had a few reservations about seeing this movie and getting the notion it was a modern day version of Herald and Maude, which is a movie you have probably never heard of. I was glad to discover it was not quite like the other movie other than the fact that an elderly lady and a young man becoming friends (it's a little more than friends in H&M). With some witty british humor and some strange behavior by some characters it made for a good movie.

Laura Linney did a brilliant job as the overprotective annoying whackjob of a mother whose is a bit of freak, and she made it so easy to dislike her character. I applaud Rupert Grint for his role in this movie, being given the chance to step away from his role as Ron from Harry Potter. An awkward 17 year old boy trying to master driving and working for an old retired actress, he steps away into a more adult role showing he really can act. Really in all the cast did a wonderful job.

This movie was good and just the perfect length as if it was any longer it might've been boring. There were a few small boring moments but all in all good for a laugh and something a little different.

I give it 4 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for language, sexual content and some thematic material.

Hairspray

I love Musicals, they might just be my favourite type of movie. Just to have people randomly break out into song...if only that could happen in real life and it not be so weird. And this was a good one, maybe not the best musical I've seen, but definitely still good.

I've been waiting for some time to see this movie and was glad when it finally made its way to theaters. I'll admit as good as it was, there was a few spots I was slightly disappointed. It could've been that I was expecting too much, or that I didn't really know the story. I was surprised at the singing ability of many of the cast, meaning that they surpassed my expectations. Except two, I found Michelle Pfeiffer to really lack in her singing ability and I think because of the movie grease I was expecting more from John Travolta. I give Travolta props though for his costume and character, it was a brilliant character to play.

If you haven't seen Hairspray, or have no idea what it's about, thats okay. It's 1962 america where big hair is better and so is hairspray, so much so it could probably be considered a character in itself. The story is about tracy, a young girl who loves to dance and desires to be on a dance show some what like american bandstand without the musical guests. There's a lot that goes on in this movie, a lot of issues a covered. Some of them being racial and others being weight related, and they show a lot.

I really enjoyed this movie, and recommend it to those people who live musicals, or if you wanna see John Travolta in drag.

I give it 3.5 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG for language, some suggestive content and momentary teen smoking

Transformers

It’s the summer of movies, big movies. Threequels and sequels and every other possible blockbuster hit. I seen some of them and to my disappointment they haven’t lived up their anticipated trailers. There are 2 big movies that I have been anticipating for quite sometime and now I have seen one of them and that movie is well obviously Transformers. Although I admit was not an original Transformers fan I do remember watching the attempted remake Canadian version entitled Beast Machines: Transformers.

The trailers for this film had me from day one and I was hoping it would live up to its much anticipated release. So when I finally saw the movie to say the least I was by no means disappointed, it surpassed my expectations to be one of the best movies I seen in a while. It’s action packed from the minute it starts to the second that the film is over. The acting is well done, the special effects superb, just an all out fantastic job.

It maybe a little sci-fi, aliens and all but its got a story line to keep you hooked and lots of emotion considering it’s a bunch of transforming vehicles. Or me it’s just me that gets emotionally attached to characters. Basically it’s the story about 2 fighting alien robot races bringing the ultimate battle to earth, but its one heck of a battle at that.

I recommend to see this movie, don’t wait till it comes on dvd, you should see it now. It’s not gonna be a let down.

I give It 5 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi action violence, brief sexual humor, and language.

Ratatouille

Usually rats and restaurants don't belong together, the infestation is a gross enough thought in itself. Yet Disney and Pixar have made work. A movie about a rat with an impeccable sense of smell and a strong ability to cook. And of course what better place to have the movie set than in France with its large amount high end restaurants and weird over priced food.

I had been waiting months to finally see this movie after watching previews of it over the last year, and although it was a good movie, a lot the best stuff was in the previews. I must though even though it wasn't the greatest Disney film, not in near their hit of cars but I still did enjoy it.

If you like Disney then go enjoy it with the family or friends, but save you're money and make it a matinée. Go watch a rat cook, and have fun

I give it 3 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5.
Rated G

Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer

Its a season of sequels and threequels coming out left, right and center. Now adding to the throng of the ever anticipated films of the summer is the Silver Surfer, and I can say I was rather excited for this particular film. I saw the first one and I liked it making me even more excited for the second as trailers started coming out, and that day finally came.

Unfortunately it's just one of the those films where a lot of people are gonna think it's crap or really good. I am the latter. I rather enjoyed the movie including those awkward cheesy moments in the film and ofcourse characters for both men and women to enjoy.

Now I am not a comic book reader so I don't know whether a character is done right or not, but I did find out that apparantly Galacticus or something (aka the destroyer of worlds or something) is not actually a giant cloud with bunch of tornado's coming off of it like the tentacles of an octopus, but rather something else. So I guess I'm saying if you're an avid comic fan you might not be to thrilled. I still enjoyed it though for its interesting design.

In the second film we venture further into the world of the Fantastic Four as we watch Susan Storm and Reid Richardson attempt to tie the knot and struggle with their new found fame. Unlike the first one this one is faster paced, theres more explosions and we jump into the story from the begging. Since the first movie is more about getting to the know the characters and the powers they get, the second is somewhat dealing with there evolved personalities. We even get the new character the Silver Surfer who infact is a naked silver man with absolutely no genitalia at all, which probably is a good thing. Although I did find the way the Silver Surfer spoke was kinda boring and lame and for the most part lacking in any emotion.

I really liked this movie and had a good laugh watching it. My sister who despised the first one and found it lame and boring, really liked this one. Her recommendation for anyone who plans to see it "See it on a Big Screen," and shes right. If you're gonna see it, see it first on the big screen and get the benefit of all the special effects and sound. Here's to hoping theres more and hoping to see a Surfer spin off.

I give it 3.5 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG for sequences of action violence, some mild language and innuendo.

Casino Royal

I have discovered something, never see just the end of a movie before you see the whole thing. As is my case with this movie, I saw the end portion a month or so before I saw the majority of the film eluding to the fact that I was not a fan of the movie. But maybe that was also because I've only ever seen the "Bond" films with Pierce Brosnan. But as much as I did not want to give the movie a chance I went into it already deciding what I was gonna write about...unfortunately the intended did not happen.

I must admit the movie was better than I thought, although i will say for the story line they don't give you much to go on. Its all action from the beginning with a very interesting chase scene that doesn't give you much to go on, a few other chase scenes and an too much time taken showing some of the characters playing poker. What I must admit I like is the difference this bond character is from any other, by allowing you to see another side of him. Movie critic Roeper from "Ebert & Roeper at the movies" says "Daniel Craig is the grittiest bond" and I actually agree with him.

In the end I liked the movie not as bad as I originally thought but not spectacular either. But if you like chase scenes, poker, twists, and a different kind of bond (including one disturbing scene that finds bond naked and tied to a chair with no bottom).

I give it 3.5 Icecream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violent action, a scene of torture, sexual content and nudity.

Alpha Dog

Pure Brilliance! I guess a lot of it shocked me not knowing the story going in and maybe thats why I was so upset by the end. What I don't get is how this movie didn't get any nominations for any major film awards. Its by far better than the departed in my opinion and despite the endings in both films, I liked this one better. You look at the acting and all the raw emotion that went into this film, I don't get it. Sure the fact that the "f word" was said over 300 times bothered me, but it's expected.

I wasn't sure how I was gonna feel about the film, about Justin Timberlake considering I'm not a fan. But I was blown away at how well he played his character and everything that went into it.

I don't really wanna give to much away about the movie, but its gotta be told. Its based on Jesse James Hollywood one of the FBI's most wanted. In a world of drugs and money, money that doesn't get paid and guys kid brother gets taken, and from there it's down hill.

If you're into real life based movies, despite an ending, or you don't mind nudity and a ton of swearing go see it.

I give it 4.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated R for pervasive drug use and language, strong violence, sexuality and nudity.

The History Boys

I'm sure, even as you read the title that you've never heard of this movie, and I think maybe it's best. I rented this movie looking forward to seeing a bunch of smart British Boys learning some cool things, although I barely remember the preview. Instead of "The History Boys" it was more like "The gay-tendancy Boys".

You've got a bunch of smart kids who are working on getting into some high-class Universities, a young brilliant teach whose trying to get the kids to think outside the box, and a Harry Potter reunion. That is to say we got Madame Maxime and Uncle Vernon an interesting gay old man who gives the boys rides home on his motor bike and gropes them.

It was a total let down for a film I was looking forward to see. The only thing I liked about was the kids constant quoting of different films, book, and poets. That and the ending because it was really the best part of the film.

I give 2 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated R for language and sexual content

The Painted Veil

It's a relatively unheard of movie for the general public, but it'll capture you're heart. It's got love, heartbreak, lies, death and everything else to make it a wonderful film. That might just have you in tears.

Edward Norton plays a man married to an unfaithful woman, but refuses to divorce her, but instead takes her to an interior part of China to help with a Cholera epidemic as Norton character is a bacteriologist. It takes you on their journey to find what they never truly had. Into the gut wretching interiors of China you'll find a community of death and pain and orphaned children.

I loved this film, and even though I personally didn't cry, I felt it in my soul. As good as this movie is, it isn't for everybody. It has some slow moving parts and isn't you're traditional romantic film by any means. But if you love something that teaches about working for love I recommend this film.

I give this film 4.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for some mature sexual situations, partial nudity, disturbing images and brief drug content.

Spiderman 3

After 3 long years, the wait has ended and it shattered box office records in opening weekend. It's the action packed film you've been waiting for, it's spiderman against well spiderman. It's good but unfortunately it doesn't live upto the hype.

This film has got three villians and a multitude of plot lines from beginning to end. You've got Harry Osbourne the new green goblin, an ex convict with a strange molecular DNA of sand, and some sticky tar known as Venom who in habits the bodies of a couple of key players. Then there's the love sub plot line thats quite the triangle. With all thats going on, you have to pay attention or you just might miss something.

I have to say the special effects were good, and despite so much going on, for the most part I liked the movie. It's got its cheesy parts, and its good parts, and some lame ones too.

I give it 3.5 Ice Cream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for sequences of intense action violence.

The Holiday

"I like corny. I'm looking for corny in my life"

I love chick flicks, romantic films, you know the gooey kind of movies that make you happy or sometimes sad. This movie is another example of that. A truly heart warming movie about love and friendship.

It's about two women from two completely different continents; London, England and Los Angeles, United States. Whose love lives fall apart and so they switch houses in an online home switch. And in unexpected ways, love finds them when they had no intention of looking for it.

I really enjoyed this movie even though some of it may not of been believeable like two little girls having cell phones, but then again you never know. I really enjoyed the music in this film, the instrumental parts were really good.

I think a lot people will like this film, not just girls. But if you're looking for non-stop action this isn't the film. Filled with quirky little lines that make you laugh and smile.

I give it 4 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for sexual content and some strong language.

In The Land Of Women

Too bad this poster doesn't show who he kisses first, then you'd really wonder wouldn't you. But it's Adam Brody so of course if you're a "woman" you're gonna want to kiss him. Now with this statement you're probably wonder who he kissed first, well I'll guess you'll have to just see the movie for your self.

As a Brody fan myself I was excited to see this movie since the last thing I saw him in besides "The O.C." was "Grind", and I don't count "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" because he was barely in it. I can say I thought I knew what this movie was about going into it, seeing the previews....Little did I know that it was some what different.

This movie is about a young man named Carter (Adam Brody) who lives in Los Angeles and writes, more specifically soft porn (although this really doesn't play that big a part in the film). Carter's highly famous girlfriend breaks up with him and so in trying to figure some things out heads to a suburban Detroit to look after his crazy grandmother who claims she is dying. In the land of women really is about being surrounded about 3 different generations of women all different.

I'm kinda left on the fence about this one, I really liked it, but at the same time I wasn't really sure how I felt. The humor was awesome, the grandmother made it for me with her strange comments, especially about death. I thought the acting was well done even if I think Kristen Stewart looked a little too thin.

I do recommend seeing this movie, simply because its a good story line and theres a lot of emotion, but I guess thats what you get the majority of the movie is filled with women.

I give it 3.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated PG-13 for sexual content, thematic elements and language.

Scoop;)

Fast Food Nation

For Starters I think I might be sick. And Better yet I don't think I'm gonna be eating much fast food for quite some time. It may be fiction, but it still makes me really wonder about the world of the fast food restaurants.

This movie takes you inside the world of "Mickey's" from the top of the corporation to the illegal immigrants that work in the meat packing plant. It is a really good movie, in the sense that it shows you a world that most people don't see. And it's a no mercy kind of film, they show everything and maybe thats what made me sick. I'm not exactly a fan of seeing a cow being slaughtered.

If you wanna watch something different, and challenge you to think about fast food watch it. But be wary its not for everyone.

I give it 3.5 IceCream Scoops out of 5
Rated R for disturbing images, strong sexuality, language and drug content.

Scoop;)

The Wind That Shakes the Barley

I don't really know where to start on this next film considering I have now seen it twice (the first time was nearly 9 months before in london). It is not a widely known film and for those who have heard of it, its a very controversial film.

The issues that this film deals with Irelands attempt at separation from Britian and the partial success that causes the split between Northern and Suthern Ireland. The movie takes place in 1920 and the struggles that people face whether they're a merchant or a farmer.

This film stars actor Cillian Murphy (Red Eye and Batman Begins) along with Padraic Delaney and Liam Cunningham. Murphy and Delaney play brothers who both join the IRA (Irish Republic Army), but murphy's character joins after witnessing a beating of train conducter for not allowing british troops on board.

The film is moving and emotional and brings the surface the brutality of what war can be and how even civillians are affected. I recommend this film to anyone who appreciates history or just a good film in general. It is not a hollywood film by an means and the acting is good. The only struggle I found in the movie was that since it was and Irish film sometimes understanding what was being said was difficult because of the strong accents.

I give this film 5 Icecreams Scoops out of 5

Rated 14A for Violence and Offensive language.

Stranger than ficiton...

...Some things really are...Stranger than fiction...And such is the film by that name.

A couple weeks ago I rented the movie not sure what to expect. I had seen the previews and they looked funny, but I was wary considering it was staring Will Farrell. Yet I still gave it a fair chance.

I loved the movie, I laughed a lot and some things were just sweet and adorable. Take for instance the scene in which Harold Crick (Farrell) wants to impress the baker he's auditing and brings her a box filled with individually packaged variety of flour, stating "I brought you Flours," I found that line simple and complex and very sweet.

I think one of the most interesting things about this movie I liked was that it wasn't traditional Will Farrell. I'm gonna be honest I despise most of Farrells films, they lack taste and the ability to actually be a good film. I have seen only two films that stand out in my mind by him that show he has the ability to go far and be a better actor than he is. Those two being Stranger than Fiction, and the independant film Winter Passing.

I recommend seeing this film, but if you like traditional Farrell and expect to see traditional Farrell, You won't.

I give it 4 1/2 Icecream Scoops out of 5

Rated PG-13 some disturbing images, sexuality, brief language and nudity

Understanding Me

First off, I would like to say that this is not a blog about me, It is about the films I choose to watch and review. If you want to know about Me then read my other blog www.scoop373.blogspot.com


So to continue....

I like movies, always have and I'm sure I always will. It's something I do in my spare time when I find nothing else to do. I'll pop one in and watch and maybe occasionally go to the theater. I'm not all that sofisticated with what I watch, I'll watch a lot of stuff good or bad. But the thing is I don't watch them with the same mind. I try not to go into a movie with a bias of a reason to like or dislike the movie, but I admit that I do have one one handicapp when it comes to film, and thats my faith. Sometimes I may not apreciate a movie as much because I find the over usage of the " F" word to offensive, or too much explicit nudity. But I am able to look past that at the story of the film or cinematography of it all.

So I hope you enjoy my reviews even if you may not agree with them, as they are my personal view.

Scoop;)