Things I Watch

Jun 16

Beginners

[FILM] This films has one of the greatest boy-meets-girl scenes of any film I’ve ever seen (I would call it the “meet cute” but that doesn’t quite feel appropriate…)  It’s a lovely story if a bit slow, but one that will surely make you smile, and maybe even cry.  For when you get sick of all these stupid comic book blockbusters…

Thor

[FILM] Not that into superhero/comic book-type movies in general, but I actually really enjoyed Thor.  Chris Hemsworth won me over quite quickly, especially in the shirtless scenes.  And who doesn’t love Kat Dennings and Natalie Portman?  Icing on the cake. 

Super 8

[FILM] Super gr8.  Enjoyed it far more than I expected.  The kids are all fantastic and the story is very straightforward - some would argue this is where the film is lacking, but I saw it as a great strength. 

X-Men: First Class

[FILM] Not for me. 

Submarine

[FILM] Please do yourself a favor and catch this one (in theaters now!)  A fresh and funny coming-of-age story with a bit of stylistic flair courtesy of Richard Ayoade, British comedian/actor/writer and director of such music videos as Vampire Weekend’s Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EShxp3qME70

Aug 05

Catfish

[FILM] Must see movie.  Do yourself a favor- do not watch the trailer.  Do not read the reviews.  Just go see the movie.  It is best to know as little as possible.  All I will tell you is that it was well worth watching.  And then some.

Jun 03

Parks & Recreation

[TV] I will be the first to admit, Season 1 was crap.  I stopped watching after the first few episodes and later rewatched when I saw how great Season 2 was.  Seriously, they really kicked it into gear.  Aziz Ansari and Chris Pratt are fantastic.  And while I would love to say it’s all about Amy Poehler, her character really isn’t as great as the supporting roles.  If you gave up early on, I urge you to give it a second chance.  It isn’t the greatest show on TV (*cough Modern Family), but it’s still good for a few laughs.  Ben Schwartz’s character Jean-Ralphio… love.  Looking forward to the April-Andy love story to blossom in the upcoming season.

Modern Family

[TV] The greatest show on television.  If you haven’t started watching this yet, you’d better start ASAP.  The ensemble cast is absolutely stellar; I love every one of them.  Not only is it funny, but it is fresh as well.  A must watch.

Jan 24

Sympathy for Delicious

[FILM] Directed by Mark Ruffalo (he also plays a supporting character), this film is a wee bit all over the place.  It can’t seem to decide what genre it wants to be, and I have to say, while some shots were beautiful, for the most part, the cinematography was really distracting— too much headroom!!!  The acting was strong; Mark Ruffalo’s character was great, Christopher Thornton was really fantastic, Juliette Lewis provided comic relief, and Orlando Bloom was a lot darker than his previous roles- much more compelling than his RomCom fare… Can’t say I’d really recommend it, but I didn’t hate it either.  Meh.

Daddy Longlegs

[FILM] AWFUL.  Could not stand this film about a terrible father who only gets to see his kids for 2 weeks a year, and uses those 2 weeks to be a complete selfish prick.  Ugh.  Doubt much will come of it, but if it does, don’t waste your time.