Gamer (2009)

 

From the guys that brought you Crank, it's another violent, sexed up, fast paced ride, that doesn't pull over to fill in plot holes. It's a video game version of Surrogates with Bruce Willis. I'll give them credit for having some creative ideas surrounding all the chaos. 

Rating: C

The Hateful Eight (2015)

Filmed in the style of a theatrical play—a very dark and violent play. Definitely a character piece, filled with heady dialogue and facial expression. Most of the movie is a slow build-up to the bloody conclusion. As far as Tarantino films go, and I’ve seen them all, this won’t be one of my favorites. Closer to the bottom actually. Still liked it though.

Rating: C+

Whip It (2009)

A bit more Hollywood than I would have liked. I was hoping for something a bit grittier, but more polished than the documentary "Hell on Wheels". Still, who can resist the girlish charm of Ellen Page? I also have a soft spot (or is it a hard spot?) for cool chicks with tattoos. That made this a must-see for me.

Rating: C