Wolverine

Wow it's hard to know where to start with this one....

I've been looking forward to this movie more than any for some time now....and I am happy to report that this movie is truly some of the best eye-candy that a singluar movie has ever known!

There were lots of scenes like this.....

And tons of him in that amazing outfit....

I'd like to thank all the directors who overdo scenes with Hugh simply walking....not to mention flying naked through the air into a waterfall! This is the best Hugh movie since.....well since Australia! haha

AND THE HAIR!!! Sorry Vanessa but I completely loved it! Come on admit it--you wanted to run your fingers through it too!

The girl was perfect--loved the love story! Liev Schreiber was uncomfortably awesome. So was Tim Riggins!!! Time flew and I would totally see it again.

But how was the story?

Wait--was there a story?

17 Again

I've been seeing a ton of movies lately and am a little behind...I guess it is just that time of year--movie season!!! This week I plan to see at least 2 more as well....

Anyway a couple weeks ago I saw 17 Again. I definitely enjoyed it. It's not my fave movie of all time, but it was a lot of fun and better than I expected.


Probably a lot of you saw it too b/c it was #1 the weekend it came out. So I have to take note that Zac Efron is not just pulling teenagers to his movies--how many kids his age can headline a movie that goes to #1? Pretty amazing....

And I have to admit that he was really great! It was a cute show--reminded me a little of 13 Going on 30 (which i looooooved) and Big and others too. But of course there were a few new twists and turns.


I would definitely recommed seeing it!! I'd probably give this movie a 7 or 8.

Sunshine Cleaning

I was sooooooo excited to see this movie. I loved it, but not without a lot of heartache. But the end made everything all better so it was totally worth it!I love love love these two and they were the #1 reason I wanted to see this movie!

The #2 reason was the clever story line. It was interesting and even informational at times (who knew you can't just put bodily fluids in the dumpster?!?!) If you like seeing movies that are different--unlike any you've ever seen before, then you will probably like this movie. It has a little bit of everything--my favorite parts were the family relations--they were funny and dysfunctional and weird but in the end, they really love each other and came through for each other.

I loved it and left with a smile on my face!

Duplicity

I was sooooooo excited for this movie and I liked it, but not as much as I wanted to. It was kind of all over the place--but in general I did like it. There were a few scenes filmed in Italy (bonus) and I thought to topic was hilarious. *Spoiler: and I can't remember who but someone did comment to me that it was so hilarious that they were fighting over something as ridiculous as hair! Well I actually thought that was pretty ingenious--and it truly would be an AMAZING discovery!!! Maybe it's the hairdresser in me but that truly is an amazing find!

Anyway I saw this and bought it w/out thinking twice....still haven't read it but I'm sure it's a great article. :) Truthfully, this is the number one reason this movie was good....

...this photo explains why Clive has been on my top ten, and will be on my top ten for a very long time!

Taken

This movie was sooooooo good! I loved it for the following reasons:

• It was exciting in an unexpected way--not super typical as far as thriller-type movies go.
• It covered such an interesting topic--horrifying--but interesting at the same time.
• It was filmed in Paris (at least some of it was).
• Liam Neeson was awesome!

Pretty much everyone has seen it by now so I'm gonna give a soiler right now.....I LOVED THE ENDING! I've heard some others say they thought it was cheesy that daddy took his daughter to meet Sheerah--but I totally loved it! It was so cool how that connection worked out and what an awesome dream that would be for an aspiring singer!

Although this movie made me a little sick to my stomach at times, it didn't deter me from wanting to travel. Mostly I just wonder how people that do that kind of stuff can live with themselves! I thought it was interesting and fun in a very mainstream sort of way--meaning most people would like it!

The Wrestler (Shannon)

Thursday night, I went to see The Wrestler w/Amanda. Overall, this movie was sooooooo sad for me! I stil feel sad thinking about it. For several reasons but I think mostly because there wasn't much of a resolve at the end. And also it was so weirdly violent!!

There were some really awesome parts though--like this one w/Marisa--I love her and she was perfect!!!

And then there were a few scenes w/the wrestler and his daughter that were so touching! I loved that part of the movie the most---but it was also extremely heartbreaking!

Overall though, I will say this movie made me feel massive amounts of compassion for all people! I realized that the language of love speaks louder than any other. And I love people!!

Would I recommend this movie? Probaby not to 99% of people--but I bet there would be a few of you that would love it!!!

The Velveteen Rabbit (Shannon)

My mom was really excited about the Velveteen Rabbit and so she invited me and Zoey to go w/her on Saturday. I was watching Zoe and Chaz all weekend so Dad "volunteered" to watch Chaz so we could go (thanks Dad!).

I grew up listening to my mom read this book to us--and I kind of remember it as depressing.

But it was really fun to see it more in real-life. I really enjoyed the movie and think it is a great movie to take your kids to. However, it's a little slower than some of the kids movies they may have seen. If you saw the Water Horse, I'd say it is about that speed--not like the Incredibles or Shrek (sorry--my kids movie repetoire is pretty limited).

The main theme that really stood out to me was LOVE!! And as I've been saying and feeling lately, everyone speaks the language of love. Love will make you real! Love will let you feel! Love is all there is in this life! And to be totally cliche, I loved this about the movie!!

Your kids probably won't get this theme--but they will enjoy the cartoon animals. Plus, Zoey loved it!