New/Rented movies: Here comes the movie to change all movies

[Kepler]

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Isn't the whole thrust of the movie, that Eli, who's got god on his side to kill people cause he's blind, is bringing a bible to some place out west, and some guy who actually wants to rebuild a bit decides it's the most important thing that he needs, so he wastes his resources to find something that he could probably just find in the drawer of some abandoned hotel if this world was based on reality at all?

So. It is an atheist flick.

[Handyman]

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I liked The Prestige better than The Illusionist. Not entirely sure why...I guess I was hoping that The Illusionist had a bigger twist at the end that left more with the feeling 'wow, didn't see that one coming'

Any movie where you see Hugh Jackman killed multiple times is an automatic 4 stars

[Kepler]

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Any movie where you see Hugh Jackman killed multiple times is an automatic 4 stars

Word.

[Gibber]

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Any movie where you see Hugh Jackman killed multiple times is an automatic 4 stars

Thank you, Dr. Cox

[Slap Shot]

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Il divo (2008)

Italian film about former Italian Prime Minister Giulio Andreotti, who held various positions within the Italian government for nearly 50 years, toward the end of which was brought to trial for Mafia ties and murder. I had no idea what to expect - both cinematically and historically - and it was one of the most extraordinary and fascinating films I can recall for quite some time. The movie introduces an impossible list of characters, yet if you accept you're not supposed to keep track of them all, but rather realize the director is trying to convey the sheer complexity involved in trying to pin a single accusation on Andreotti, you won't be bothered in the least. Great film.

[The Paragon of Virtue]

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I was happy to see that my theater actually got Crazy Heart this weekend, and I was even happier after watching it. Fantastic performance out of Jeff Bridges, great music, good supporting roles out of Gyllenhaal (better than I expected out of her), Duvall, and Farrell. Jeff will completely deserve it if he wins Best Actor.

[The Rube]

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Confessions Of A Superhero:

Documentary that looks at four "actors" who dress up as superheroes and pose for pics on Hollywood Blvd.

Good documentary, as I wondered what the hell these people are thinking, but they all just wanted to get into acting and make it big (of course), and this is something to get noticed/make a little money.

The Superman guy, while the most obsessive about "being" Superman, was also the most polite/etc when panhandling (frankly, that's what this is). Even the police say they've never had a problem with him. For example, they can't ask for tips, they can only say they work for tips (something others in the movie don't exactly phrase correctly).

The Batman guy is a nutcase, as far as I'm concerned, and it doesn't have anything to do with his "profession," while the Wonderwoman and Hulk people are really trying to leave this part of their acting career behind, and probably are the most stable.

Overall, it does humanize these people, trying to make them not look like wannabe obsessive freaks who had massive comic book collections and a delusional reality, but the people themselves sometimes overcome that effort.

Really worth looking at, if you want a simple, light, movie. It doesn't matter if you're a comic book fan/etc or not, either.

[Terrierbyassociation]

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Liked Zombieland. I felt Columbus was acting like he was portraying Michael Cera.

[bostonewe]

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Liked Zombieland. I felt Columbus was acting like he was portraying Michael Cera.

We saw this on Sunday morning - tcbg said the same thing (I actually thought it was Michael Cera when I saw the previews. Very much enjoyed it - more than I thought I would too.

[Foxton]

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Liked Zombieland. I felt Columbus was acting like he was portraying Michael Cera.

That can't be, Columbus was entertaining.

[Slap Shot]

Finally saw Rear Window and it is worth every bit of the hype and praise it's received. Part drama, thriller and romance I thought the Steward/Kelly combo was perfect and I'm inspired to check into other Hitchcock movies I haven't yet seen.

[Gibber]

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Liked Zombieland. I felt Columbus was acting like he was portraying Michael Cera.

He looks like a combination of Cera and Andy Sanberg...

I thought the exact same thing watching that awful movie Adventureland, it seemed like the part was written for Cera, and he just didn't take it (which was wierd since it was exactly the same as any other role he's ever done)...

[Kepler]

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He looks like a combination of Cera and Andy Sanberg...

I thought the exact same thing watching that awful movie Adventureland, it seemed like the part was written for Cera, and he just didn't take it (which was wierd since it was exactly the same as any other role he's ever done)...

I liked Adventureland and was disappointed by Zombieland. After a couple days, I would have sworn Cera was in both of them -- the guy has the breadth of dramatic characterization of Al Pacino.

[wolverineTrumpet]

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2 months after I join, my video store is closing. Meanwhile I have a bunch of credits to use, so any suggestions will be appreciated.

I know the boyfriend wanted to see Zombieland, so I'll probably pick that up tonight.

Watched Whip It last night. I like Ellen Page, and enjoyed the plot. Somewhat cliche story of girl finds self by doing something uptight mother would not approve of, but still entertaining. Roller Derby looks like fun.


Oh, and I'm not sure if I posted this after I watched it or not, but for any females reading, or anyone that may be able to convince the woman in their lives, do NOT waste time on Made of Honor. It was a horrible chick flick. Predictable plot, and the characters weren't even likeable. I despised both the main characters.

[Terrierbyassociation]

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Heigl rarely if ever plays a character even remotely likable. She wasn't likable in Knocked Up either. She's a beautiful girl but just completely without charisma.