Crazy Stupid Love

Apparently I'm the only crazy stupid person who had yet to see this movie! And, after watching it, I understand why!

I loved it! It was funny, quirky, sweet, and entertaining! AND OMG RYAN GOSLING. Such an attractive human being. I thought the acting and the writing in the movie was great, and there is a twist towards the end that made it even better! I loved the idea of Ryan Gosling helping Steve Carell get his groove back! I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants a cute lighthearted movie, with some laughs and a sweet story line as well! Also, to anyone who likes to look at the beauty that is Ryan Gosling.

Steve Carell's character has a wife (Julianne Moore) who asks for a divorce, and goes on to separate from her while realizing that his life sort of sucks. Ryan Gosling takes him under his wing, and teaches him how to get his spark back. In this process, it turns out everyone else around him is in some sort of love. Everyone has their own plight and issues, all surrounding the "heart" of the matter. It was clever and fun, and I enjoyed it!

one of these things is NOT like the other.

again with the back log of time and updates, but have no fear, I'm back.

The next two movies I saw have nothing in common except that I saw them, ate popcorn during them, and paid matinee prices for them. Or as the brits say, "in-between" prices. How precious are they?

J.Edgar

Okay, I really appreciate the acting work that Leonardo DiCaprio and Cameron/Tyler Winklevoss (real name unknown) did in this film. However, I thought it was horrendously slow, drawn out, and quite jumpy in its story telling. After the last scene, while the credits rolled, the other people in the audience seemed very impressed. I then noticed that I was the only non-retired viewer in the audience. Maybe my unfamiliarity with the story is what barred my enjoyment, however, I almost nodded off and definitely checked my watch once or twice during the whole shebang.

I thought the cinematography was really interesting, and the makeup was phenomenal. DiCaprio continues to impress me with his character choice and range, although the things he makes his hair do are also up there on the impress list. I would wait for DVD on this one, and dedicate an afternoon that you want to get some history/a nap for watching.


The Muppets Movie

ohmigoddd, I loved it. I had forgotten how much I loved the Muppets (oh hey, storyline) and was so pleased, excited, and happy to see them all together again! I love Amy Adams, and Jason Segel, so they just added to it. The cameos were great! ZACK GALIFIANAKIS WAS IN IT, and I didn't even know!! He did a stellar part as Hobo Joe, definitely a nomination-worthy performance. I would definitely recommend this one for the family, or if you are feeling nostalgic, or feeling sad, or feeling happy. It was wonderful!

Still In Theatres

So I totally blanked and forgot that I hadn't blogged. Sorry blogosphere.

1) Our Idiot Brother
So I am only child, which probably limited my understanding of this movie. Regardless I still thought it was pretty funny, and I definitely enjoyed it. Paul Rudd was great; he played this hippie bonehead who just was way too trusting and didn't understand what should and shouldn't be repeated. The family is uber dysfunctional, and I think everyone can relate to the characters. There's a lesbian sister, a workaholic single sister, and a too liberal for her own good sister who has a total d-bag for a husband. It was funny in an unconventional way and really made you think about those reject family members we all have. We all would be lucky to have a character like Paul Rudd in our family, simply because it would be entertaining as hell. If your family has a sense of humor and doesn't mind adult humor, I would definitely recommend this for the after thanksgiving movie.

2) The Help
Okay, so everyone should know by now that this movie is awesome. Its number 1 on the charts for the third week in a row and I absolutely loved it! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND READING THE BOOK! Whether its before or after you see the movie is unimportant, just so long as you read it. I loved Emma Stone (girl crush!) and I thought she did a wonderful job! The entire cast was amazing, and I think the casting directors did a really good job! The book adaptation was a little off, and I was disappointed my favorite quotes didn't make it in, but I guess I will allow it! It made me feel good, made me laugh, and made me cry. If you are living under a rock and still haven't seen this, then dust yourself off and get to the movie theatre! Do it. See it.

30 Minutes or Less

Every now and then, a really funny movie comes out and it takes a while for people to realize its out and hilarious. This is one of those movies. So, I'm doing my civic and moral duty and telling everyone I know that it is hilarious in order to expedite the process. This isn't ground breaking comedy, its just hilarious stupid comedy.

The cast: Danny McBride, Aziz Ansari, Nick Swardson, and Jesse Eisenberg. All absolutely hilarious. After every movie Jesse Eisenberg is in, my opinion of him changes. In general I never know what to expect from him, and I don't think he is a very good actor, I just think he has an incredible agent/management team who picks roles that are his personality. That being said, he was still insanely funny in this, the writers were incredible. The plot basically goes as follows: Jesse Eisenberg's life sucks, and Danny McBride and Nick Swardson are absolute idiots. They kidnap Eisenberg and strap a bomb to him in order to force him to rob a bank. The movie is riddled with absurd and crude jokes and littered with racial slurs; and I LOVED it. People were howling throughout the entire theater, so I wasn't alone. Danny McBride is so ridiculous that if you don't laugh at him, you are an idiot. Don't take your kids to see it, because they won't understand what is so funny and you will have wasted $8.50 and polluted their minds. But, for the love of all things holy, take yourself to see it.

Thank You In-Flight Entertainment.

I recently traveled abroad, and had the glorious opportunity to sit undisturbed for 10 hours each way and watch movies. I don't really understand why people complain about traveling, it was awesome. A nice lady brought me snacks and drinks, I got to snuggle and watch movies for the bargain price of like $1,000. It was great.

1) Arthur
Russell Brand is one of those people you either hate or love. I personally love him, and adding Helen Mirren to him was freaking genius. This was actually pretty good, and had some hilarious one-liners. It was also really cool to think about what you piss away money on if you had $900million. It was a pretty traditional story line; rich brat is forced to do something in order to keep his money, and falls in love with the incorrect target. However, the quirkiness of Brand's character and the strange girl he falls for was clever and cute. I'm concerned about their affinity for Looney Tunes though, that just didn't seem right.

2) Hall Pass
This was funny. A bit twisted, and probably funnier if you are married/hating life, but it was funny. It helped that I have a GIANT crush on Jason Sudeikis and got to just straight up oggle at him for two hours. I have a thing for a good head of hair, I'll admit. It was good to see Owen Wilson be funny after that whole "i'm going to kill myself" thing a few years ago. The best part comes close to the end when the two free men finally make it to a club, and take advice from their super creepy "ladies man" friend. The best part is that what he is saying is completely true, and if you have ever been to a club you know exactly what he is talking about it. I would definitely recommend this one.

3) Gnomeo and Juliet
Omigod this was cute. I really liked it, got concerned there was going to be a gnome double suicide at the end, but now I wouldn't want to be a spoiler. Great animation, awesome concept of gnomes that come alive, and there is a yard flamingo that is to die for. There are some deaths and they were kind of upsetting, because for a gnome to die they have to get smashed. Its scarring to say the least. So cute, definitely see this one!

4) Life As We Know It
Dear LORD this was sad. Katherine Heigl and Josh Duhamel (so hott) are the best friends of a couple, but they hate each other. The couple dies and leaves them in custody of their baby. Now, I dislike babies. But this made me so sad! Heigl has a scene where she freaks out and explains that she doesn't know what she is doing and the one person that she would call and tell/ask for advice is dead and put her in that situation. omigod sad!! It made me cry and laugh, it was a super cute and cheesy movie, but had good stuff in it. Girls, go see it. and for the love of all things holy, tell your friends if you are planning on leaving them a baby in case of an untimely death.

5) How Do You Know
this movie was absolutely TERRIBLE. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. I love the cast (Reese Witherspoon, Paul Rudd, Owen Wilson) but oh dear it was bad. Paul Rudd's character could have been charming and neurotic, but he was just a lunatic. It was just blahhhhh.

Throwback Thursday

On a Friday. Whatever, its the premise people.

This week's choice is: "History of the World Pt. 1". A Mel Brooks film, it was considerably raunchy and inappropriate. Had some funny stuff in it, but I wasn't super in awe. I know at the time it was super innovative and different and probably considered pretty racy. But this is 2011.
This is becoming a common theme on Throwback Thursdays...I'm sure it was innovative at the time, but these days it wasn't too special. I definitely appreciated the Mel Brooks style and comedy, he is a founding father of comedy and successfully achieves ridiculous puns and tongue-in-cheek comedy.
It gets one lonely thumb up. Good job.

Documentary Time!

"I'm Still Here". Weirdest shit I've seen in a long time. I'm still not sure what the goal was for Joaquin Pheonix and that atrocious crap, but it was weird and not 100% believable. If it was supposed to help his career, I'm going to go ahead and assume it didn't work. Also, his complaint of people always wanting him to act a certain way and be a character.....you are an actor bro, what else do you have to do? If you are looking for a confidence booster and reminder of why it may not be so great to be famous, this is it. He also did some serious damage to my hopes of being a successful white rapper. Way to set us back asshole.

"Exit Through the Gift Shop" was another not 100% believable plot line, but regardless it was hella cool. Banksy, the notoriously good and daring European street artist, is the illusive subject of this potential "mock"umentary. It was super interesting to see how the street artists move through the night, and how delusional some of them are. It definitely made me want to hone in on my spray paint skillz. See it fo' sho.
Both of these movies are on Netflix instant, so you really have no excuse.