Movies in Review: "Battle Los Angeles"

OMG! This film was 2hrs of non stop fighting, and I'm serious when I say that. The aliens are attacking in the opening scene. Then the film tries to lead up to the story before the attack. But it just gets a little confusing at that point because you start to get introduced to all the characters that are gonna be in the film and get a very small glimpse of "their story". You start seeing their characters names and positions on the screen, but by the time that's finished you really don't know who is who because then the fighting starts and never stops! Quite honestly I was exhausted after walking out of the theatre...and I'm serious when I say that. The film lacks in story and dialogue, but totally makes up for in action with explosions, gun battles, fights...so needless to say ladies, this film is totally for the men. This is not to say that you won't like it, but your man will Love it.

One thing that bothered me was Neyo. It was like he was "Neyo" in a marine uniform. You have to see him. He does the same "perfect gentleman" move that you see him do in all his videos and TV appearances. And he must of had something in his contract that said he had to wear those black dark rimmed glasses...smh. If he's really trying to make it as an actor, he needs to get out of playing the same character...better known as "himself"...I'm just sayin...All in all though not great, but not bad...B-

Movies in Review: "Mars Needs Moms"

OMG! This film was awesome!!! Ok but seriously, I thoroughly enjoyed this film, and unlike "Rango", its for the kids. Mothers I'd advise you take your young tikes to see this immediately. There was such great humor, fun, and lessons to be taken from this film. All the characters were super cute. Although it was kind of weird because they used performance capture computer technique, so the characters looked alot like the actors/actresses who were playing them. Milo totally looked like Seth Green, and his mom looked exactly like Joan Cusack...weird because they just looked so real...lol.

There were aliens who didn't speak english, but for some reason it totally felt like you could understand what they were saying...lol. There was so much running, and jumping, that you don't have to worry about your kids getting bored. It was the first animated film that brought a tear to my eye in a while...yes I cried :(...lol. So grab the kids, bring the tissue, and enjoy yourself!...A!

Movies in Review: "I Will Follow"

You may not have heard about this film at all. I came across the poster for it at the gym. It had Omari Hardwick on it, so I was definitely made it a plan to check it...lol. Come to find out it is an independent film written and directed by an African American woman named Ava DuVernay...Awesome. There was a special screening going on for this film, was happy I saw the flyer.

Like most independent films they are simple. But it is the simplicity in them that can make them so dynamic. I admit that when this film first started, I could not understand what the hell was going on. The movie has a real solemn feel throughout. But once the film got rolling it draws you in. I thought Salli Ricahrdson-Whitfiled did an excellent job at holding this film down. There was just something so genuine and real about the character she was playing. The film has Blair Underwood (yum!) and Omari Hardwick (super yum!) grace the screen. Ladies I'm telling you its worth seeing just to eyeball that! ~fanning~ Lol. It was a good story...although it could have used just a pinch more spice...ya know. I am down for giving support for great work, so if this film is in your area go check it...B+!!!

Movies in Review: "The Adjustment Bureau"

This was definitely my favorite movie this weekend, and should have come out first in the box office in my opinion. Ok first off Matt Damon plays this politician. I seriously could see him running for senate. They did such a great job at making it seem like a real campaign. I would vote for Matt...he is to die for ~drooling~. But as soon as I thought that I wanted Matt all to myself, Emily Blunt comes on to the scene, and I just wanted to let her have him. Their chemistry was remarkable. It had you falling in love with the both of them, and all you want is for them to be together. The directing was great. I heard this film put you in the mind of "Inception"...eh maybe. The one thing it does do is it leaves you thinking about the content in the film. You will definitely leave believing, or at least wondering about the content that was presented. Anthony Mackie made a nice addition to the cast. This was the first film that I actually enjoyed seeing him in. Overall a really good film. In my opinion I think you'll love it...A!

Movies in Review: "Rango"

This movie had me all in it at the beginning. It was funny, and Johnny Depp does a great job as always. But all those great feelings kind of die a little over 30 min in, when Rango enters a town. Waaaaaayyyy to many other characters are introduced. The plot gets a little weak, and the movie just ends up being waaaaayyyy longer than necessary. Beans was my favorite character, and the film probably should have focused it more on Rango and Beans, because they were quite entertaining together. Although its animated, I can't say that this film is really for kids, especially little girls. There are some very unattractive characters in this film, that would probably be more suited for little boys. Not bad...just not great, and too long...B-

Movies in Review: "Take Me Home Tonight"

Eh not so bad...but then again, not so good either. It was suppose to be a comedy, but had too many dry spots and not enough humor. I was happy to see Topher Grace on the big screen again, feels like its been forever. And I wasn't mad at his performance. What did annoy me was Anna Farris and her horribly colored lace front wig, and her disfigured pout. She just looks all wrong on screen. So wrong, that they should have just cast someone else for her part. The other annoying thing was Barry. You could tell that he was the guy that was suppose to provide most of the comedy in the film. But he over-acted most of his parts, and the comedic part in it just failed. The plot was predictable, and the costumes were blah for the 80"s, nothing was really nostalgic about it. Not a must see...maybe a might see...lol...C!

Movies in Review: "Beastly"

Ugh...just seemed like a movie done on a really tight budget. There was just nothing enticing about this film at all. The writing was horrible, as well as the directing. It was a teen romance flick gone all wrong. Mary-Kate looked like she was cast just to make a fashion statement...smh. There were a number of things teenagers could have learned from the movie's direction, but it was so horribly written that it could have been easily missed. The only good thing about this film was Neil Patrick Harris, who definitely did not get enough screen time. I hope to see more of him...in better films of course. If you have a teenager there are some things to be learned from this film...I guess. From me it gets a D- rating...NPH saved it from being a flat out F!