REVIEW: Wayne's World

MOVIE
Wayne's World

CAST
Mike Myers,
Dana Carvey

RATING
PG-13

RELEASE
February 14, 1992

DIRECTOR
Penelope Spheeris

STUDIO
Paramount Pictures

RUNNING TIME
1 hour 34 minutes





GRADE
A+++++
(IT'S AWESOME)






STARS
**********
(STILL AWESOME)











REVIEW:

In all my years of movie watching, I don't think I've laughed harder than I did with Wayne's World, which to me might be the best motion picture ever made. Wayne's World is about Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar, two best buds who have their own television show on public TV late Friday nights. One day Benjamin Kane, a television station executive, sees the show and wants to make Wayne's World a huge show. At the same time, Wayne falls for the lead guitarist of a local band named Cassandra. But little does Wayne & Garth know is that Benjamin has plans that, if Wayne and Garth don't make Wayne's World #1 on the TV ratings, he will steal Cassandra, the show, and everything they ever knew about. Nah, but the first two things were correct. This movie is, in my opinion, the funniest and best movie ever made. What made this so 'Shwing'in awesome is because in every single minute there is a laugh til' you cry moment implanted into its SNL core. Mike Myers and Dana Carvey do some of the funniest comedy work any man or Garth has ever done. I know you must think I'm exaggerating, but this is the one movie that I could watch over and over and over and over and over again and it would still make me laugh. Ferris Bueller, my now #2 movie might one day go back to the top, like how it passed Avatar back in March, but for now, Wayne's World is placed at the top as being My Favorite Movie Of ALL TIME. So if you haven't grab your parents, hot babes, rockin music, some grey poupon, anyone else you know, and watch what original SNL were before they got bad with Wayne's World. Party On and always be Excellent. Shwing!

REVIEW: Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time

MOVIE
Prince Of Persia:

The Sands Of Time

CAST
Jake Gyllenhaal,

Gemma Arterton

RATING
PG-13

RELEASE
May 28, 2010

DIRECTOR
Mike Newell

STUDIO
Walt Disney Pictures

RUNNING TIME
1 hour 58 minutes

GRADE
B+








STARS

***

REVIEW:

Although a little slow at parts, Prince Of Persia is saved by its visual effects and riveting climax. Prince Of Persia is about Dastan, a prince who was adopted by the king of Persia off of the slums of the marketplace. 15 years later, Dastan finds a dagger that can turn back time with only the holder of the dagger aware of it. But Dastan's ruthul uncle Nizam wants to be king, and needs the dagger to do so. So now Dastan and Princess Tamina must return the dagger to its rightful place before Nizam desroys the entire face of humanity. This movie was very interesting to watch. Not in a bad way, but this wasn't as good as I anticipated it to be. I mean, the special effects were off the scale and the premise was solid, but the dialoge was a little bland and the story just went dry in the middle. But on the plus side, the actors knew what they were doing and did a good job along the way. I can't think of much else to say except that this is not as good as Pirates Of The Caribbean or The Chronicles Of Narnia series', but this is a whole lot more entertaining than Jerry Bruckheimer's 3D flick from last year, G-Force. So, if you're looking for some popcorn fun instead of Sex And The City 2 (which is probably going to make a crap load more than this,) then go and see Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time. But believe me, if you want to see a good summer movie, then check out either Iron Man 2 or Shrek Forever After (Shrek is in 3D if you have the $.)

PREVIEWS YOU MAY SEE:

The A Team

The Karate Kid

The Twilight Saga: Eclipse

The Last Airbender

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

Scott Pilgrim VS The World

Tron: Legacy

REVIEW: Shrek Forever After In 3D

MOVIE
Shrek Forever After

CAST
Mike Myers,

Eddie Murphy

RATING
PG

RELEASE
May 21, 2010

DIRECTOR

Mike Mitchell

STUDIO
DreamWorks Animation

RUNNING TIME
1 hour 33 minutes

GRADE
A+





STARS
***3/4

REVIEW:

Shrek, the lovable, green ogre we all know and love is finally making his final curtain call on the big screen after nearly a decade, and does it in a way that makes us believe that there is still a happily ever after, even if during the journey there are a few stinky sequels that wish that they weren't made. (COUGH: Shrek The Third) In what is known as The Final Chapter, we find Shrek, Fiona, and the rest of the gang after "Happily Ever After" where Shrek, instead of being a ferocious monster is now a domesticated creature. Instead of scaring away villagers, he's signing their pitchforks. So one day, Rumplestilskin, the magical trikster from our storybooks come and gives Shrek a deal: He can be a regular Ogre for a day if Rumple can take away one day in Shrek's life. So Shrek signs away, and creates a world; An alternate world that he never existed in where Donkey is a slave, Puss In Boots is a fat couch potato, and he and Fiona, his one true love have never met. So now, Shrek has 24 hours to set everything right before he disappers from existence entirely. Shrek Forever After is the one Shrek sequel I actually enjoyed as much as the original. As a matter of fact, this might be the best Shrek movie in the series. For me, the main reason that I enjoyed the movie was because the storyline didn't revolve around the villan being Fairy Godmother or Prince Charming, which to me were the least appetizing part of the Shrek series. Also, this movie was sprayed all over with buckets and buckets of comedy that didn't go over kids heads. Another funny factor in the movie is the constant reference of Puss In Boots, our heroic feline, is an overweight sloucher that doesn't do much. As well as Puss, Plus, the animation in some of the parts were amazing to watch, especially in 3D, which I would highly recommend for any family wanting to see a movie before Toy Story 3. This Shrek movie makes me wish that the series wasn't ending, because A.) this series was a big part of my childhood and B.) as I've already said, this is quite possibly the best Shrek movie in the series. So, if you're looking for high family fun that will make you laugh alot and think about the important things in life, then see Shrek for the best and final time on the big screen with Shrek Forever After. Goodbye, Shrek, and may you live a Happily Ever After in the hearts of families all over the world. Also, before you see the movie, go out and eat some chimmichunga's. Don't ask why I'm saying this.

PREVIEWS YOU MAY SEE:

The Karate Kid

The Last Airbender

Despicable Me

Cats & Dogs:

The Revenge Of Kitty Galore

Megamind

Rio

PIXAR TOP 10: #5 Monsters Inc.

Although the original Shrek was better and did win the Oscar in 2002, Monsters, Inc. still provides enough laughs to edge past Up as my back of the top 5. Monsters Inc, of course sets up a world behind a child's closet and into the world of Monsters behind their and are actually afraid of little kids/humans. So, when a child enters the monster world, it's up to a one eyed midget monster and the scariest monster in town to get her back to our world. Every time I watch this movie, it always gives me a good laugh on the inside to think that monsters might actually be afraid of us instead of the other way around. This movie can also encourage little kids to believe that the monsters are afraid of us and on the inside they are lovable, funny things. Plus, you can't beat the lovable and comedic Billy Crystal as a one eyed ball with hands and feet name Mike and John Goodman as a funny and giant blue monster with purple spots named Sully. And if you love this movie, PIXAR is finally batching up a sequel to this movie which is supposed to come out in late 2012. (If we're still here) So, if you enjoy PIXAR movies like Up & The Incredibles, then check out one of their earlier classics as you will enter the world of Monsters, Inc.





GRADE
A

PIXAR TOP 10: #6 Up

If you love imaginative stories, sad but heartwarming PIXAR moments, and a talking dog named Dug, then you will fall in love with Up, PIXAR's Oscar winner. As you probably know, Up tells the story of a 78 year old man who travels with his flying house to South America while an 8 year old Boy Scout like kid stumbles into the adventure of a lifetime. Yes, this movie did deserve the Acadamy Award, but to me it wasn't worthy to be in my top 5. I can't really explain why, but it really didn't have the same charm as my top 5 movies do. But otherwise, it's a very fun and energetic movie to watch, and it makes a nice lesson that can inspire people to do the same.

GRADE
A

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REVIEW: Iron Man 2

MOVIE
Iron Man 2

CAST
Robert Downey Jr,

Gwyneth Paltrow

RATING
PG-13

RELEASE
May 7, 2010

DIRECTOR
Jon Favareu

STUDIO(S)

Paramount Pictures,

Marvel Studios

RUNNING TIME
2 hours 5 minutes

GRADE
A+





STARS
****

REVIEW:

Oh yeah! Iron Man is back to kick off a @#&% awesome summer and manages to do it flawlessly. Iron Man 2 takes place six months after (SPOILER) Tony Stark revealed he is Iron Man. (END) Under pressure from the government, he is wanted to hand over the Iron Man suits, but Tony fears that if he does so, they will fall into the wrong hands. But evil lurks in the air as a new villain by the name of Whiplash is trying to destroy Tony Stark for something that occurred in the past. But with the help of Pepper Potts and James "Rhodey" Rhodes, Tony will stop at nothing to save the world once again. This movie is one of those rare comic-book sequels that lives up to its predecessor, and is actually a little better than the original. What made this movie fun was the performances of Robert Downey Jr, Mickey Rourke, Scarlett Johansson, and of course, Samuel L. Jackson. Also, what made the movie very fun to look at was its special effects. Some of the flying sequences were so amazing they could've been great in 3D or IMAX 3D. Also, this movie had a great deal of comedy planted into it from Robert Downey Jr. and all of the other characters. This is one of my favorite movies of 2010 so far and I can't wait to see it again. Also, I didn't see this in the IMAX format, since it was sold out. But if you do see this in IMAX, then you should be told that the only parts that are great for IMAX are all of the flight sequences, otherwise you could just see this in a regular movie theater. Anyway, go see Iron Man 2!! This is THE superhero film of the year. Also, stay after the credits of Iron Man 2 for a special surprise that all of you comic book "nerds" will be excited about.

PREVIEWS YOU MAY SEE:

Robin Hood

Shrek Forever After

Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time

Killers

The Last Airbender

Inception

The A Team

Grown Ups

Super 8

REVIEW: Planet 51

MOVIE
Planet 51

CAST
Dwayne Johnson,

Justin Long

RATING
PG

RELEASE
November 20, 2009

DIRECTOR
Jorge Blanco

STUDIO
Tri Star Pictures (Sony)

RUNNING TIME
1 hour 31 minutes

GRADE
A

STARS
***1/2

REVIEW:

What do you know: a smart and funny family film that parents will really love as much as the kids. Planet 51 is about Chuck Baker, an astronaut who comes to a planet believed to be deserted. But as it turns out, this planet is home to a species of aliens that live in a town much resemblent to 1950s America. Now, Chuck, with the help of some of the local "aliens" must get back to his ship in space before it goes to Earth without him. This movie was actually some pretty decent family entertainment. Well, it was better than Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel. What this movie did to provide good family fun is the animation. The animation and the music in this stunning 1950s planet makes eye candy for any kid and/or adult. Dwayne Johnson, who voices the astronaut is doing a fun and funny job doing what he does best: act out. Also, some of the characters in this movie are funny to see, like Rover, who's a space robot dog whom is from Earth, and Skiff, the best friend of the main alien in the movie who works at a comic book shop and is a big fan of the alien movies that ae shown on his planet. What's funny abou this movie as well is that it pays homage to the B-movie sci fi films from the 50s and how some people actually believed in aliens, hence creating Area 51. So, if you're family wants some fun, harmless family entertainment, then you should go to Planet 51.

PIXAR TOP 10: #7 Ratatouille

A very rat-tastic movie if you ask me. Get the pun? Well, with a name called Rat-a-too-ee, you would have either two guesses of what a movie with this title is about. A.) It's about a rat. B.) It involves cooking. Well believe it or not, this movie is about a rat that can cook! So, this movie is one of PIXAR's smartest and clever movies yet. There isn't really much else to say other than its message is powerful and its comedy was funny. So, if you're looking for a nice meal with some sweets and spices, then you should make yourself a Ratatouille.

GRADE
A-

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REVIEW: Little Shop Of Horrors

MOVIE
Little Shop Of Horrors

CAST
Rick Moranis,

Ellen Greene

RATING
PG-13

RELEASE
December 19, 1986

DIRECTOR
Frank Oz

STUDIO
Warner Bros. Pictures

RUNNING TIME
1 hour 33 minutes

GRADE
A+

STARS
***3/4

REVIEW:

If you think movie musicals are ridiculous and fun, then get ready to laugh your butt off as Frank Oz, who is the voice of Yoda from the Star Wars saga takes us back to the 1950s to see a tale about a singing plant. Little Shop Of Horrors tells the tale of Seymour Krelborn, a nerdy young assistant in a New York City florist shop in the 1950s. One day he picks up a strange plant that he takes and cares for. But the problem is, its only food is Seymour's blood, which turns the plant into a man eating monster. Now, it's up to Seymour to save everyone he knows and loves before the monster takes over the world. This movie is on par with The Producers remake, which I reviewed late 2009, as they were both fun, funny, and great! The standout of this movie is Steve Martin's role as a psychotic dentist that literally steals the show. Also, Steve Martin shared the best scene in the movie with a former Ghostbuster (Not Rick Moranis) as Steve Martin is... well you have to see the movie for yourself to see why it's funny. Frank Oz, who, like I said did Yoda for all of the Star Wars movies (excluding the original) does an outstanding job of making a movie that makes you feel like you're seeing an actual Broadway show live. Anyway, if you want to see a movie with great music, awsome comedy, and an amazing looking talking plant, then you should take a little trip to the Little Shop Of Horrors!

REVIEW: Big Fish

MOVIE
Big Fish

CAST
Ewan McGreger,
Albert Finney

RATING
PG-13

RELEASE
January 9, 2004

DIRECTOR
Tim Burton

STUDIO
Columbia Pictures

RUNNING TIME
2 hours 5 minutes







GRADE
A+






STARS
****









REVIEW:

If you enjoy Tim Burton movies like Beetlejuice, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and his most recent Alice In Wonderland, then move those over because this Burton flick IS his masterpiece movie. Big Fish is about the life of Edward Bloom, who in modern days is dying from old age and telling his son, who doesn't believe any of his dad's stories his life. So, before time runs out, Edward's son must put the pieces together and find out his father's true life story. When I say this is Tim Burton's masterpiece, I mean it! This movie has everything a Burton film should ask for: A great story, amazing visuals, awesome cast, and comedy and heart as its cherry on top. But the one thing that was very interesting with this film but I didn't mind that much is its major comparison to Forrest Gump, Tom Hanks and Robert Zemekis' Academy Award winning movie from 1994. Mainly, it's just the story comparison between the two movies. But anyway, this is a marvelous spectacle that is worth seeing for any Burton, Fantasy, or Moviegoer that loves, well, movies. This is definitely one of my favorite movies of all time now. So if you haven't already, go out to the video store, local library, or look on demand because if you do, you will be missing on your catch with Big Fish.