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After Oliver Stone's last debacle(anyone see Alexander), he needed a solid showing with his next project and I think he did it. He chose to do another biopic and he didn't use any of his prejudices or conspiracy theories either. I for one would've laughed all day at a Bush bashing film, but he chose to show the human side of the retard, instead of just the stupid side.(that's all the bashing I'm going to do too). It show's some of his flaws, but doesn't preach on his bad choices in life, because we all make them. It almost makes you feel sorry for him. I just had a problem with the "why" part of the movie. Why make a motion picture about one of the worst, if not the worst president in the history of our country? His story really isn't that fascinating. In the end, it's not the context that made this a watchable film, but the curiosity. Better than reading a bio on "W", but nothing spectacular if you don't give a rats ass about the "W". Good for what it is and that's about it.

PINEAPPLE EXPRESS

Another Judd Apatow production, but not directed by him. I wasn't sure what to think about this film, which is why it took so long for me to finally watch it. The title refers to a special kind of marijuana that drives the story. Think of this move of an older "Superbad". Two men instead of highschoolers on an adventure that leads them through some funny stuff. The writing and crudeness ranks up there with "Superbad" as well. A lot funnier than I expected it to be and Seth Rogen is great once again. James Franco is alright and has his moments, but it's the third guy that brings some good laughs to this film. Almost like Mclovin did. Much better and funnier than I expected. This is one of the main reasons I try to watch so many films, because you find some good ones out there sometimes. I highly recommend this film to any "Superbad" or Apatow fans.

DARK KNIGHT RELEASE DATE

If you haven't heard it's time for one of the greatest films of all-time to be released for purchase. Bring Home "The Dark Knight" on Decemeber 9th, 2008. I might have to get Blu-Ray just for this reason. Enjoy and maybe you'll catch up to me on the viewings.

MAX PAYNE

I feel sorry for Marky Mark. From "The Departed" and oscar nominee to this pile of dung? I've never played the game, but I know that it's bloody and has lot's of killing and this showed really none of it. It's PG-13! "Live Free or Die Hard" pulled it off with some great editing, but this isn't close. The story is so broken it's not even funny. The so called twist I could've figured out when I was in diapers and most of all it's boring and no fun! Give me some killing with some fun camera angles and maybe some blood. I can say that I liked some of the photography, but the snow shots are a little much after the 100th time. This feels like it got slapped together and it shows. Save your money for "The Dark Knight" on DVD and Blu-Ray.

BATTLE IN SEATTLE

The name is extremely gay! I almost didn't want to watch this small film that deals with the W.T.O. riots in seattle in 1999. It's Stuart Townsend's directorial debut and not a bad one at that. I didn't really know what all the fuss was about back then, but I do remember it being a big deal. I figured I could watch this movie or read a book. I obviously chose the movie. It centers on ficticious characters around a true event. Sort of like "Titanic". All the characters are woven together during the riots. From the protestors to the politicians and policemen. It's well done and actually entertaining. I also liked knowing exactly what streets and venues they are talking about in the dialogue. I recommend that you watch this and you'll be surprised.

THE FORBIDDEN KINGDOM

I don't really remember much from this film. I thought I'd watch it, since Jet Li and Jackie chan are both in it. It turns out to be really corny and not that much cool kung fu fighting at all. The story is really lame and doesn't really make any sense. Some kid just gets transported to the forbidden kingdom? He has to return this ancient magic staff to it's owner who is frozen until his staff returns. This turd kid learns kung fu and returns the staff? Not too much fun or anything along the lines of entertainment. More action and less conrny might have made it a rental. I wouldn't watch this if I were you.

ENGAGEMENT

This is not the title of a movie that I just watched, but an update that Sarah and I have been officially engaged. I wasn't sure if everyone knew about it, so I decided to update my blog with the great news!

This is the only post that gets a better rating than "The Dark Knight".