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Enchanted (2007)
I really wanted to like this movie but..........
First off, let me say, I love Amy Adams. I think she is a wonderful actress, and she was a large part of why I wanted to see this movie. She was wonderful in this role, as well, without being annoying -- which could easily have happened, were this role put into the wrong hands.
I'm not a fan of Patrick Dempsey (what the heck is the big deal over him, anyway?) and felt like there was very little chemistry between him and Miss Adams. His performance was very wooden, early in the movie.
This movie had everything in it that I hate about Disney: product placement, product placement, product placement. I could tell you, from the opening scenes, where the marketing was.
And it didn't make me laugh. So sad. It could've been a good film.
The Incredibles (2004)
Even the teenagers liked it!
We took the whole family today, and I sat between my husband and my 15yo. I thought my son was going to laugh himself out of his chair during Dash's dash through the woods. (Not bad for a kid who basically only watches movies in Japanese) My husband leaned over in the middle of the movie and said "I thought that they had run out of creativity in movie making, but this movie is great!" And he usually only watches movies with a high body count! :-)
All in all, a great movie for the entire family. Don't analyze it too hard, or you'll miss out on some great comedic moments. I will say that it did have a number of good messages in it, especially for girls, though.
Princess Caraboo (1994)
One of my all time favorites!
A true romance, twisted up in a mystery. Phoebe Cates is luminous and graceful, and the supporting cast is perfectly chosen. Kevin Klines "I speet in your soup" line never fails to crack me up. A perfect combination of romance, comedy, and mystery, all in one little known movie. This movie is a must see!
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
Oscars, anyone?
RotK has set the bar for every epic movie that follows it. It will certainly win Oscars, and I am certain that it will set records for most Oscars won--quite rightfully so.
The film takes the viewer, either seasoned LotR reader or those unfamiliar with the books, through the gamut of emotions multiple times. I found myself wanting to kill Gollum myself, give Sam a pat on the back, and cry for Faramir. Heartwrenching performances by the entire cast.
The cinematography and score were flawless. Yes, the special effects had some blunders, but there is no way to overlook the genius that created Gollum. This movie may never be surpassed in its brilliance.
And Eowyn? She makes me glad I'm a girl! What an Oscar worthy performance! I predict that RotK will sweep the Oscars. Now the only problem is trying to decide who will be nominated for acting, and in what category.
A well spent afternoon---and I will definitely see it more than once.
Secondhand Lions (2003)
Oscars, anyone?
We saw "Secondhand Lions" on opening day, and I must say, it was the best film I've seen in a long time. It is probably the first film that our entire family (ages 8-42) has loved. The wonderful mix of acting, action, sentiment, and plot intermingles to become an unforgettable film experience. I fully expect an Oscar nomination for Mr. Duvall, but wouldn't be surprised by one for Sir Michael, as well as HJO. The movie itself likely will be a contender for Best Film. I would heartily recommend NOT missing this one!
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001)
A great start......the sequels will be even better!
Being something of a purist, I was really concerned about hearing that Harry would be coming to the big screen. At first, I didn't even plan to see the movie, figuring that they would just prostitute something that is destined to be a classic. I was pleasantly surprised, however, to see that they remained true to the books. The movie is long, but so well done that you scarcely notice. Having read the books myself, twice, I watched for any deviations or gross omissions, and found none. There was a point, at the end, where my twelve year old son came out of his seat and said "what did they just do?" when he realized that they had omitted something he expected to see. (This is a child who's read the books four times, so he was *really* watching for omissions.) He realized later that the scene he was looking for really wasn't important, and that it may show up later in the DVD. The casting was well done, and the acting not bad, considering that the kids are all relative newcomers. (I can't wait to see more of Oliver Wood/Sean Biggerstaff--what eye candy he is!) After seeing this, I have changed my mindset about Harry going to Hollywood, and now I can't wait for the rest of the series!
A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001)
thought provoking. **possible spoilers**
This film left me breathless. The questions it arouses, about humans as parents, reality TV, prejudice, technology, and our own definitions of love, are endless. The ideas brought up in the film about the love of a child being replaceable are truly disturbing. The parallels between the discarded child mecha and the foster care system are haunting. This is not an easy film to watch, as one finds oneself laughing one minute, and reaching out to the characters the next. Jude Law and Haley Joel Osment were amazing, and will, in all probability, receive Oscar nominations. This is no light viewing film, and certainly not either a date movie or a kid movie. It's a movie for provoking discussion. Give yourself time afterward to sort through your feelings. It'll take some time.