Stolen Summer (2002)

This is the film that came out of Project Greenlight from HBO. It's a slow moving drama with a warm story. 

Rating: C

Driveways (2019)

Authentic, sweet, and thoughtful. RIP Brian Dennehy.

Rating: B

Righteous Kill (2008)

Dark and moody. Far too stylized to be believable. Just a long buildup to the inevitable twist ending. Unsatisfying and over acted.

Rating: D-

Assault on Precinct 13 (2005)

I actually did see the original, which is pretty cool, and these two films are very different. I wouldn't call it a remake at all. I appreciated the intensity and high-level of violence. That's what kept me watching, since there wasn't much of a plot. Not bad if you are in the mood for some action.

Rating: C

Silverado (1985)

It took me over 30 years to finally see this classic Western. Impressive cast. They checked all the boxes and the good guys won.

Rating: B-

First Blood (1982)

Saw this as a kid and decided to check it out again. I'd forgotten most of the plot, but as it turns out, there wasn't much of a plot to forget. No matter, because this film is all about the action. I had a blast seeing this classic again.

Rating: B

Summer Catch (2001)

Predictable, bad dialogue, and pretty much nothing that really drew me into the movie. Beyond a few well timed jokes, the supporting cast didn't do much to help.

Rating: D

Ratatouille (2007)

Good fun as usual from Pixar. It's Mrs. Frimby and the Rats of Nimh
meets Top Chef.

Rating: C+

The Next Three Days (2010)

A solid prison break drama with enough riveting scenes to keep you from pausing to relieve your bladder. Having quality actors didn’t hurt either. That scene between Crow and Liam Neeson was terrific. Since you probably missed this one in the theater like I did, make sure and catch in on Blu-Ray.

Rating: B-