Blade II (2002)

 

The first one was ok, but I can't think of a good reason why I had to see the second one. Some good fighting scenes, but not much else. 

Rating: D-

Nothing Compares (2022)

 

A bit sad watching this documentary knowing that Sinead O’Connor passed away a year after its release. The filmmaking style didn’t really appeal to me, but as a big fan of her music, the content did. I loved seeing her perform live back in 1997. 

Rating: C+

Silver City (2004)

What a waste of good talent. The movie is very slow to arrive at nowhere in particular. I've enjoyed John Sayles movies before, but this one is a stinker.

Rating: D-

The Jacket (2005)

To me, this was an updated version of Somewhere In Time, that slow, boring, chick flick which nearly put me in a coma. Both involve finding one's true love in another time after lying down. Only, with The Jacket, it involves restraints and some serious drugs.

Rating: C

Dreamer: Inspired by a True Story (2005)

An enjoyable film with a terrific cast. Another one to add to the short list of movies that can be enjoyed by the entire family.

Rating: C+

Planet of the Apes (2001)

One of the big disappointments of the year. There were so many possibilities for a better plot. So many creative ideas that they only touched on. The special effects, sound, costumes, etc were all great, but they just didn't use them to their best potential. Things could have been developed so much more.

The biggest letdown was the ending. I won't give it away, but not only did it not make sense, it was extremely anti-clamatic.

Rating: D+

Fast Food Nation (2006)

Picks up where Super Size Me left off and where Food Inc. continued, although not as good as either of those docs. Still, it makes you rethink your opinions of the fast food industry and immigration, the two main topics of the film. It was a bit dark, but I guess that's the point. It will leave you feeling depressed and second guessing that next trip to Mickey D's.

Rating: C

He's Just Not That Into You (2009)

Impressive cast surrounding a cute book adaptation. Ginnifer Goodwin and Howie Long stole the show, but Scarlet Johansson proves once again why she is a sex goddess of our time.

Rating: C+