Saturday, March 7, 2009

WATCHMEN


Visual. Visceral. Violent. Intelligent. Absorbing.

I've been a fan of Zack Snyder since he directed the Dawn of the Dead remake back in 2004. I love how he re-made this zombie movie with more fury and tension. His next work came about in 300. A movie based on the graphic novel by frank miller. Again, Snyder was able to bring the pages of this novel to life. A movie full of eye candy and carnage.

So we come to his 3rd work, Watchmen. The graphic novel that could "never be filmed". The subject matter transcended its time to become a celebrated work. I don't want to get into the minutia of the story. This is a movie that will force you to open your brain to the ideas being laid before you. The opening sequence is brutal. A nice taste of the aforementioned violence that is to come. The opening titles will re-write history before your eyes but will you let yourself accept it. This movie will push people. There are boundaries that are seldom crossed within comic books films. We don't expect the heroes to be the villains but in life many of our heroes have done villainous things. The movie take the superhero archetypes that we have praised in comics for ages and tears them down to raw humanity. You have to look at it from a different point of view.

The cast is very good. The standouts for me are Jackie Earle Haley as Rorschach and Patrick Wilson as Nite Owl II. The only let down is Malin Ackerman as Silk Spectre II. I didn't like her in 27 Dresses and I just don't like her here. The character needs more passion and more depth. She couldn't convey any of that well. There is the occasional CGI full frontal of Dr. Manhattan and a hot sex scene. There is also violence against women, rape, murder. This movie deserves the R rating it received. There is nothing left to the imagination. It was filmed perfectly and some scenes are just awesome. I have two gripes that affected my overall grade. 1: The music chosen can be good (Times, They are a Changin' during the opening titles) but sometimes the songs fall flat (99 luftballoons and All Along the Watchtower) because they have been used so much in film over the years. 2: I felt the movie could have been longer. There was so much to cover in 2 hours and 41 min. I didn't feel the running time at all. The story was so different that it kept me engaged the entire time. That said some scenes could have been shortened and others lengthened. This is the beginning of the event movie season and it is well worth watching. Even days after watching it, I can't really stop thinking about it. I will have to watch it again. My Grade : B+

Monday, March 2, 2009

P.S. I Love You


Is there an undying love within all of us? If the person you love so much was taken away from you, How would you cope?

P.S. I Love You
is the film based on the novel by Cecelia Ahern. The story of Holly (Hilary Swank) who loses her husband Gerry (Gerard Butler) to a brain tumor. Before his death, Gerry created an elaborate plan to help his wife deal with his eventual death. He would send letters to her and her friends to slowly ease her out of grieving.

I found the movie to be a bit disjointed. You have colorful comedic characters among this sad storyline. I understand that you want the audience to celebrate life by offering a light-hearted story. What ends up happening is that your are not really allowed to connect with Hilary Swank and what she is going through. They throw the friends in all the time to allow comic relief. The movie has some great moments of heart especially the scenes with Kathy Bates, who plays Holly's mother. Overall an enjoyable film about a solemn subject and the performances from Gerard and Hilary are pretty good. I felt the movie could focus more on our main character and downplay the friends a bit more. My Grade: C+

Thursday, February 26, 2009

Rent at the Pantages Theatre Feb 26 - March 8



Cast:
Roger - Adam Pascal
Mark - Anthony Rapp
Tom Collins - Michael McElroy
Benny - Jacques C. Smith
Joanne - Haneefah Wood
Angel - Justin Johnston
Mimi - Lexi Lawson
Maureen - Nicolette Hart

I first saw Rent in 1997 during the west coast premiere at the La Jolla Playhouse. I was 18 and had been listening to the cast album since its release in 1996. It was a part of my social liberation. The stories and songs helped me through so much of my life. I am eternally grateful for Jonathon Larson's musical.

Rent is a contemporary musical based on Puccini's opera, La Boheme. The story takes place in the early 90's in alphabet city, a slum of Manhattan. Drug abuse and the impact of AIDS touching everyone in the community. This is the only area in the city that the Bo-ho artists and musicians can afford to survive in.

I feel bad that most people saw the terrible movie that came out a few years ago. The show live has such an energy and spirit that the film could never capture. This current touring cast is phenomenal. Two of the original actors reprise their roles and truly embody the characters they portray. The music is timeless. Modern classics that breathe without being dated. The emotional impact remains intact and shines in the hands of the entire cast. If this tour comes into your city, please see it. You will not be disappointed. My Grade A+

Monday, February 23, 2009

And the Oscar goes to...

Performance by an actor in a leading role:
Sean Penn in “Milk” (Focus Features)

Performance by an actor in a supporting role:
Heath Ledger in “The Dark Knight” (Warner Bros.)

Performance by an actress in a leading role:
Kate Winslet in “The Reader” (The Weinstein Company)

Performance by an actress in a supporting role:
Penélope Cruz in “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” (The Weinstein Company)

Best animated feature film of the year:
“WALL-E” (Walt Disney), Andrew Stanton

Achievement in directing:
“Slumdog Millionaire” (Fox Searchlight), Danny Boyle

Best motion picture of the year:
“Slumdog Millionaire”

Well I was close on some of my predictions but there you have it. Now to another year of movies!! yey!!

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Rich–It: The Oscar Predictions (Sunday, Feb. 22nd at 5pm/PST on ABC)

Rich–It: The Oscar Predictions (Sunday, Feb. 22nd at 5pm/PST on ABC)

I’ll only predict the categories that matter to me. I have seen most of these films but I’ve been working on watching everything to give my best prediction. Again these are the choices I’ve made for who I want to win not who will win because we all know how unpredictable that can be. Comment away…

Performance by an actor in a leading role
Richard Jenkins in “The Visitor” (Overture Films)
Frank Langella in “Frost/Nixon” (Universal)
Sean Penn in “Milk” (Focus Features)
Brad Pitt in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (Paramount and Warner Bros.)
Mickey Rourke in “The Wrestler” (Fox Searchlight)

* I chose Mickey because his performance goes beyond what an actor does for a role. It was a toss up between Sean Penn and Mickey. Ultimately, Rourke’s character work here deserves this award.


Performance by an actor in a supporting role
Josh Brolin in “Milk” (Focus Features)
Robert Downey Jr. in “Tropic Thunder” (DreamWorks, Distributed by DreamWorks/Paramount)
Philip Seymour Hoffman in “Doubt” (Miramax)
Heath Ledger in “The Dark Knight” (Warner Bros.)
Michael Shannon in “Revolutionary Road” (DreamWorks, Distributed by Paramount Vantage)

* This was a no-brainer for me. Heath turned something comical and odd to downright savage and unsettling. You will be missed.


Performance by an actress in a leading role
Anne Hathaway in “Rachel Getting Married” (Sony Pictures Classics)
Angelina Jolie in “Changeling” (Universal)
Melissa Leo in “Frozen River” (Sony Pictures Classics)
Meryl Streep in “Doubt” (Miramax)
Kate Winslet in “The Reader” (The Weinstein Company)

* This one was tough for me but I went with Kate. She deserves more than anyone. Her career and her work on this film shows her quality. Meryl was great as was Anne but it belongs to Kate this year.


Performance by an actress in a supporting role
Amy Adams in “Doubt” (Miramax)
Penélope Cruz in “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” (The Weinstein Company)
Viola Davis in “Doubt” (Miramax)
Taraji P. Henson in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (Paramount and Warner Bros.)
Marisa Tomei in “The Wrestler” (Fox Searchlight)

*There were 4 greats in this category. Marisa was great and Penelope turned in something genuine and Viola was tough to watch without feeling as helpless as her character. But Amy’s character was so natural and when she is pushed in the film Doubt. You can see her heart and morals cracking.. truly deserving.


Best animated feature film of the year
“Bolt” (Walt Disney), Chris Williams and Byron Howard
“Kung Fu Panda” (DreamWorks Animation, Distributed by Paramount), John Stevenson and Mark Osborne
“WALL-E” (Walt Disney), Andrew Stanton

* There are many levels at work in Wall-e. It trancsends what animation was made for. Full of heart, imagination, purpose and social awareness..it is the defining animated film of the year.


Achievement in directing
“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” (Paramount and Warner Bros.), David Fincher
“Frost/Nixon” (Universal), Ron Howard
“Milk” (Focus Features), Gus Van Sant
“The Reader” (The Weinstein Company), Stephen Daldry
“Slumdog Millionaire” (Fox Searchlight), Danny Boyle


Best motion picture of the year
“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”
“Frost/Nixon”
“Milk”
“The Reader”
“Slumdog Millionaire”

*I'm pretty sure this will be the upset of the night but Slumdog is in a prime position to win. Frost/Nixon is a mirror to the last eight years of president running the country for his own interests not those of the people.

Thanks For Reading Comment Away



Monday, February 16, 2009

Into the Wild - DVD

How many times have you felt like leaving society behind? Most of us fear leaving the confines of the everyday world. Our routine is what keeps us safe and taking chances are few and far between. Some might say that people who live without a care in the world are foolish and lazy. How can you go through life not caring about money, shelter, food, or human connection?

Into The Wild is the true story (written by Jon Krakauer) of Christopher Mccandless (Emile Hirsch), a college graduate who decides to leave the world he’s known for a life in the Alaskan wilderness. This is a gripping story that quickly blooms in to something else entirely. Emile reminds me of a young Leonardo DiCaprio. His defiant charm and confidence really opens your eyes to a world we never see. There are several layers at work here, which I don’t want to dissect but unfold nicely. Along the way he encounters some very interesting and beautiful characters. Catherine Keener is the middle aged hippie chick that longs for her son. Kristen Stewart is that young, wide-eyed soul looking for love. Hal Holbrook is the widowed elderly man longing for a final chance at a family. What Chris does along the journey is touch others. He opens their eyes to something special and in turn, they want him to abandon his quest and stay. Unfortunately, Chris is too focused to find his life in the Alaskan wild. Chris’ parents, played by William Hurt and Marcia Gay Harden (amazing actress), have given their boy a life that may seem ordinary to some. But sadly his family is full of secrets, inconsistencies and a lack of genuine love (or so one would think)

This is fantastic story with great performances from Emile and the supporting cast. The soundtrack with songs from Eddie Veder, fit so well into the story and really bring this voyage to life. I do have some issues with the movie though. At 2.5 hours, the film is a little long. Into the Wild is directed by Sean Penn and for the most part he sticks to telling the story. Although at times, he gets a little pretentious with some shots and scenes. I feel that I would need to read the book to do this story justice but this film is quite good. Rent This: B+

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Forgetting Sarah Marshall - DVD


I'm so sorry I missed this movie in theaters. I literally laughed out loud throughout. Forgetting Sarah Marshall is a different kind of romantic comedy. One that leads with comedy first and fulfills in the romance category with ease.

Jason Segel is a new favorite (His next film is I Love You, Man). He plays Peter, a tv composer for show called Crime Scene (A really great spoof of CSI) who is dating the shows leading lady, Sarah Marshall played by Kristen Bell. Sarah feels its time to move on from Peter and in turn crushes this poor guy. His downward spiral is so funny but very sad. His step-brother Brian, Bill Hader, convinces Peter to go on vacation to get him out of his depression. So Peter jets off to Hawaii only to find that his ex Sarah and new boyfriend Aldous, Russell Brand, are vacationing at the same resort. Peter feels he should leave but Front Desk Manager Rachel, Mila Kunis, gives him a reason to stay.

Mila Kunis stood out for me here. She impressed me beyond belief. Her acting was great. We'd only seen her in 'That 70's Show' and heard her in Family Guy as Meg but she is a stand out in the movie. Funny and sweet with a lot of charisma. There are a lot of great characters that make up this hilarious movie. Jonah Hill, Paul Rudd, Jack McBrayer and Kristen Wiig all have great moments in the movie. Its not your typical gross out comedy. It rises to a level that I hope more films will try to achieve. Oh and you have to love the 'Dracula puppet musical' Fantastic stuff. Rent This: A

Confessions of Shopaholic


I'm not sure I understand the compulsion to shop. When I walk in to a store, I head straight for what I need. I rarely browse or buy over and above what I was looking for. Yet as I watched Confessions of a Shopaholic I began to see a bit of myself in Isla Fisher's 'Rebecca Bloomwood'. (Note: I've never read the books) I am addicted to Amazon.com. I buy everything and anything I want from that site. I peruse it everyday just to see if there is anything I might need. A new DVD, some more music, a new gadget for my blackberry. So in a way I am shopaholic. "My name is Rich and I am a shopaholic". lol . I like getting new things that make me feel better about myself.

That is one aspect that the film gets right. Rebecca is a clumsy, funny, good natured girl with a serious compulsion that has lead her into debt. The apt she shares with her roommate ( a character I felt the film forced on us) is packed with stuff. Clothes, shoes and accessories are everywhere. Her credit cards are maxed out and she is drowning in credit card bills. Although you'd think that paying her bills would be her first priority, its landing a job at Allet fashion magazine that takes precedent. Without giving too much more away, she meets a dreamy young professional and son of a socialite named Luke Brandon played by Hugh Dancy (Claire Danes real life Fiance). Hugh was very good in the film. He worked with what they gave him and was able to pull of a charming performance. Other notable supporting characters are Rebecca's parents played by Joan Cusack and John Goodman. I loved these two. They added a much needed warmth and mild humor to the film. John Goodman has been a favorite of mine for years. His heart shows through every line he delivers and doesn't disappoint here. I almost wish there were more scenes with them but this story is about Rebecca's life in the city and her addiction.

Although I found the film to be enjoyable and entertaining, it does have its share of problems. The pop music soundtrack is extremely overused. I mean every time we see a chick walking in heels its this hip hop laced pop song blasting out of the speakers. It's like we get it, chicks walking in heels equals booty thump. I will say there is one acoustic cover version of Cyndi Laupers 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fun' that was very well done and came in at the right time. Then there was the CGI. You may ask what kind of effects would they have in this kind of film? Well its unexpected and I'll be honest kind of cool. However it is very distracting and not all together necessary. Also the story is far fetched. The villain in the movie or the 'Debt Collector' scenario is just not believable but it offers a good bit of balance. Finally, I hate to compare actress' but Isla is no Amy Adams. By that I mean I don't think Isla pulls off the funny, quirky girl to serious, dramatic moments as well as Amy Adams. I know its not a fair comparison but I just had to say it. Overall a lighthearted film that I think is made for teens or young twenty somethings? I am not entirely sure since it has blatant alcohol use and stories of bad debt and irresponsibility. Rich's Grade: C+

Friday, February 13, 2009

The Wrestler


The 80’s hold so many memories for me. Saturday Morning cartoons, Nintendo vs Sega, MTV (its heyday) and WrestleMania! My brother’s and I lived for the WWF. We would watch our heroes Hulk Hogan, Iron Sheik, Andre the Giant battle it out every week until the ultimate match up. We loved these guys and occasionally my older brother would re-enact such moves as the ‘Pile-Driver’ or ‘Body Slam’ on my younger brother and me. Lol. These wrestlers were icons for so many. Later we would find out that our ‘heroes’ had a list of problems from drug abuse to heavy steroid use.

The Wrestler brings a lot of these memories back. Its 80’s ‘Hair’ Band, anthem rock soundtrack and cheering crowds transport you to this world right from the start. It is the defining film in Mickey Rourke’s career. He transforms from an actor into Randy ‘The Ram’ flawlessly. His performance is absolutely stellar. I can’t say enough about how much my heart felt for this character. Although his acting was fantastic it was his physicality that brought this performance home. This man lives his life for the joy and energy of the crowd. It is his air and without it, he cannot exist.

Marisa Tomei plays Cassidy, an over the hill stripper who is a perfect mirror to the character of ‘The Ram’. She is really great in the role. She knows when to hold back and when to let go. Evan Rachel Wood is Randy’s estranged daughter. I’ll be honest she was a bit hard to swallow when first introduced. I almost wish someone else had played this role but in the end, it really didn’t affect my view of the entire film.

The Wrestler is a must see. It is a sweet, well acted, touching story told very well. Rich’s Grade: A

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Coraline


Thank goodness there are still some great stories to tell and so what if they scare young children in the process. Newsflash kids! life is scary, get used to it. When I was growing up children's films and stories were scary. There was nothing sweet about Labyrinth, The Dark Crystal or the often overlooked Return to OZ. They were eerie, bizarre and made to ignite the imagination as well as creep us out. The thought that kids can't handle scary images saddens me. Imagine how much real world violence they are exposed to by the news and human history. You can't shield the world from your kids by always looking on the bright side. It has to be understood that there is darkness out there, that's why we value the light so much.

Neil Gaiman's Book and Henry Selick's directing have proven that you can take an audience into a fantastical story that will scare you but bring you to understand 'Be careful what you wish for'. Coraline is so effective as a film. Beautiful and technically amazing, it is definitely a film to catch in theaters. Our theater was packed and very responsive. They were really enjoying themselves while watching. Dakota Fanning and Teri Hatchers voice acting were fantastic. The animation is detailed and viewing it in 3D was a real feast for the eyes. The movie is quirky, smart, scary, funny and overall enjoyable. If you liked films like Nightmare Before Christmas and Corpse Bride, then you will enjoy Coraline. Rich's Grade: A

Saturday, February 7, 2009

Revolutionary Road


Most of us have seen the "1950's American" way of life deconstructed before. If you've watched the tv series Mad Men ( which actually takes place in the year 1960) or films like Far From Heaven and Pleasantville, this concept is nothing new. What this film offers isn't so much a new story but its amazing performances. Both Kate Winslet and Leo Dicaprio (April and Frank Wheeler) hold their own in the film. Their tense battles and gut wrenching heartache on full display across each one's face. It is almost unbearable to watch at times because you feel awkward watching two people share love then fight so much. They both 'hit below the belt' because they know what hurt's the other the most.

Another subtle and fantastic performance is turned in by Kathy Bates. Her character, Helen Givings, has that touch of weakness we all have. She has to please others and keep up appearances even as her own son, John, has become hard to handle. She is a perfect counter to Kate Winslet's April who is only playing the role of perfect 50's wife. Michael Shannon plays John Givings and I have to admit his performance felt a little heavy handed for my taste. Nevertheless, it was effective enough to secure a best support actor nomination.

There are a couple of things that take some getting used to. The acting style is very different from modern movies. The film really wants to take you into this world, so the dialect of 1950 America is very apparent. Also the first 10 mins or so were a little tough for me as a viewer. I really didn't care enough for the characters to follow them through. However the movie picks up once we get a better look in to the couple's lives. Another set back is that the film is about 20 minutes too long. Don't get me wrong I was interested in the story but there were some scenes that could have been left out or shortened. I mean how long can we stare at something so miserable before it loses its affect? All in all a good film but you will not leave the theater all smiles. Rich's Grade: B+

Sunday, January 4, 2009

My 10 Favorite Films of 2008 plus some other crap...

This list is in no particular order..read away

-Cloverfield-
New York yuppies get together to give Rob a going away party. He is in love with his best friend Lily but can not commit to her now that he is leaving. Meanwhile, A monster emerges from the depths of the ocean to destroy anything and anyone it see's. Our party goer's enter the streets of Manhattan in a shaky cam fight for survival. I loved the the first person view of the Camera. Although some people experienced motion sickness, I was able to follow it pretty well. Also I loved the grim ending Cool fact: The very last scene with the characters at Coney island, you see something fall from the sky and land in the water.

-Iron Man-
The superhero film that put Robert Downey Jr. back in the spotlight. Tony Stark is a weapons manufacturer and technical genius. After surviving an IED attack in Afghanistan, He returns home with a new sense of purpose and an electro-magnet in his chest that keeps him alive. The cast of the movie is great. The effects are awesome. There is plenty of humor, action and drama to keep you involved. The one thing I still do not like is the music. The score is bland and generic. I sure hope they get a better composer for the sequel.

-Wall-E-
By far one of my favorite Pixar films. It's funny because my other favorite is Finding Nemo and it was directed by the same person, Andrew Stanton. Wall-e is the last "clean-up" robot left on Earth. He is driven by function but has somehow grown a personality. He's longs for a connection with another being. This is a simple and sweet love story set against the devolution of human beings. There is a message about blatant consumerism and our current wasteful culture. However what holds me in this movie is the sincerity of the characters and the overall feeling that we are nothing without love. The animation is amazing!

-The Dark Knight-
I am a fan of Director Christopher Nolan. His films never cease to amaze me. Insomnia, Memento, and The Prestige are all top notch films. So when he tackled Batman Begins he really reinvented the character for today's audience. His Batman is tough, brooding, challenging and just plain cool.
So does the Dark Knight live up to the hype? Yes. There was a guy in our audience tonight who stood up during the credits and decided to share his opinion with his group of friends. He said "a lot of cool sequences but it doesn't live up to the hype." It actually made me a little angry only because I don't think he gave the film a chance to show him its worth. Should you go in blindly and not take the reviews to heart? Yes!. Even my mini review. This is a great film with great performances. So many things that I wasn't expecting. Amazing action, tense drama and some awesome thrills.
Hands down, Heath Ledger is amazing. He has taken a character that sometimes people dismiss because of his appearance and made him truly frightening. Don't get me wrong, I love Nicholson's Joker. I always will. This Joker is a disgusting son of a bitch. He is what you most fear, a man with nothing to lose. His performance will stun you while making you snicker. I am sorry Heath is gone. I would have loved to see him continue this role.
The rest of the cast is great. Bale owns Batman. Michael Caine is perfect as Alfred. Gary Oldman does very well. Another standout for me was Aaron Eckhart. He is amazing as Harvey Dent/Two Face. Very strong performance. I won't spoil the movie anymore. Go into this movie, sit down and let it take you, you will not be disappointed. I must admit some parts really annoyed me. Sorry Maggie you were hot in the Secretary but you've got nothing on Katie Holmes.
It saddens me to think that this 'real-world' Gotham Nolan created may not see the crazy villains of Batman's Universe. I would love to see Catwoman get another chance, or the Riddler or the Penguin for that matter. But we'll see. All the actors are signed for a third film, so lets hope it comes out great.


-The Fall-
Director Tarsem takes you on a very emotional and wondrous journey into the imagination of a young girl. The movie is filled with amazing visuals and costumes. The story has a such sweet sadness. Lee Pace is a great actor. He definitely needs more work. (see Soldiers Girl)

-Doubt-
Meryl Streep will surely be nominated for best actress this year. Her performance as Sister Aloysius was gripping. A pungent, evil woman who justifies her methods by believing she is doing the right thing. Amy Adams has a great supporting role as the young optimistic nun. Philip Seymour Hoffman turns in another strong performance. The movie plays very much like a stage play but I think it makes it work. The locations are slim because all that matters is what is going on in that Catholic School.

-Hellboy 2: The Golden Army-
Guillermo del Toro brings a fantastical world to life. I enjoyed this movie immensely because of the visuals, music, and story. Reality is killing fantasy and imagination. I'm glad this point was being made in the movie. Overall very entertaining and much better than the first film.

-Vicky Christina Barcelona-
This has become my favorite Woody Allen film since Bullets Over Broadway. The story is simple and so engaging. Vicky and Christina are spending the summer in Barcelona. They meet a charismatic Spanish man played by Javier Bardem. His passionate ex-wife is played by Penelope Cruz. Buy a bottle of your favorite wine and watch this movie. The atmosphere in the movie is so warm and makes you long for another life in a European country.

-Quarantine-
I don't know how many people saw this but I loved it! Its another first person camera kind of directing, like Cloverfield or the less succesful Diary of the Dead. The first 10 minutes is slow but when shit goes down, its awesome! The best part is that you're not entirely aware of whats around you or whats happening. This made me very uneasy. Great horror flick.

-Milk-
A moving bio-pic about Harvey Milk. Sean Penn will certainly be nominated for best actor. I enjoyed him in the movie more than I ever have before. The supporting cast is excellent. The politics of the movie mirror life today in a very sad and upsetting way.


Guilty Pleasures of 2008
Twilight - What can i says I love Vampires!
Mamma Mia! - What Can I say I love Vampires..I mean musicals :P


Worst Movies of 2008
The Women - How could anyone screw this classic up? Try uninspired casting and bullshit modern movie cliche's. Insulting to the audience it was meant for. Please see the original.

Mad Money- OMG talk about unwatchable. Queen Latifah is this movies saving grace. Katie Holmes is chewing scenery and Diane Keaton is a one note. Bad pacing, lame gags, and a flat story make this a real a stinker!

The Happening- Wow this movie was such crap! After the first 5 minutes it became the worst movie of the year. So So So Bad. Don't believe me, rent it! I dare you to watch for more than 20 mins max!

2008 Movies I have yet to see:
Slumdog Millionaire; Revolutionary Road; Curious Case of Benjamin Button;
Frost/Nixon; The Wrestler; The Reader; Valkyrie


Movies I'm looking forward to in 2009:
Coraline
Watchmen
X-men Origins: Wolverine
Up
Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince
Terminator Salvation
Star Trek
2012
Where the Wild Things Are
New Moon
The Princess and the Frog

ya Cheers thanks a lot!

Rich