#10 Terminator: Salvation

Ok, so in the past I made a proclamation that Terminator: Salvation would unseat Fast and Furious (2009) as the best quadrilogy ever. I was definitely wrong. I hadn't been this excited for a movie in quite awhile. However, it ended up being quite the let down. It is basically just a big dumb loud action movie. It offers little in the way of intelligent storytelling that had been demonstrated by other parts of the Terminator universe. I wouldn't say skip the film, but don't go out of your way to see it. The perfect time would be some dreary and damp fall weekend when you happen upon it at the video store.


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Terminator: Salvation

#9 The Watchmen

Oh my goodness, could an action movie really be this boring? The answer is yes. I guess I knew it wouldn't be good based on the fact that there were no actors in it who anyone had ever heard of, and it was directed by the "visionary director of 300." There were story lines that you would think would be good but in the end it leaves you just bored. It really not even worth watching as an action movie, because in reality no one wants to watch a nearly 3 hour movie just for the special effects.


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The Watchmen

#8 Star Trek

It has been pointed out to me that I have the same initials as James Tiberious Kirk. Why is this important you ask? Because he is awesome, therefore one can conclude that I must be also. Well you know what is also awesome? THIS MOVIE. from start to finish it delivers on all levels. Whether you are a Star trek fan or know nothing about Star Trek you can enjoy it. They did a great job casting the actors in the roles especially the guy who plays Bones McCoy. he is dead on. just go see it.

One thing to watch our for: John Cho plays Sulu, so be on the look out for what appears to be an unlisted cameo by his "Harold and Kumar" buddy Kal Penn. I saw it. It was awesome.

Highly Recommended
Star Trek

#7 "Fast and Furious"

A film that just continues a string of awesomeness. This time it mixes things up a little bit by giving the traditional motorhead something to root for. A stronger concentration on classics with frontline use of a 1970 Chevelle, 1970 Charger and 1972 Gran Torino. I am temporarily crowning this the Greatest Quadrilogy Ever. Temporarily because Terminator 4 will be out in a month. I think a special Oscar should be given to films that know what they are and don't try to be something else. Why are all the Fast and Furious movies completely AWESOME? 3 items: fast cars, hot women, and unbelievable chase scenes. All four movies promise it, and all four movies deliver it.

Fast and Furious
Highly Recommended (for the above 3 reasons)

For those purely interested in the film's cars

#6 "Coraline" in 3D

I saw this awhile ago now. It was a good movie, and vonny said it was one of her most favorite films she has ever seen. Unfortunately I fell asleep. Really with no excuse. It was 1:00 in the afternoon, and it was interesting. I guess i was just sleepy. Either that or it was the 3D glasses. This also happened when we went to "Nightmare Before Christmas" in 3D a few years ago. On a final note this movie is not a kids movie. Any kid under say 12 would be scared to death. Super Creepy.

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"Coraline"

#5 "The Wrestler"

Often you hear critics say that such and such actor has the role of a lifetime Well that statement was invented for Mickey Rourke and this film. I don't think there should be any doubt in anyone's head that he should win Oscar for best actor (yes even over Jason Statham; who was snubbed in every category again.) He is completely engrossing as Randy The Ram, a washed up professional wrestler who is living out each sad day knowing that his end is near. This is the first movie I have seen in a couple of years that has brought a tear to my eye. It is surprising that this was passed over for a best picture nomination. I guess everyone is just too enamored with the the mediocrity of Benjamin Button. As a bonus the main theme song is done by Bruce Springsteen.

Highly Recommended
The Wrestler

#4 "Gran Torino"

Boy i'm at a bit of loss on how to describe this movie. Eastwood is a complete badass. Just look at that poster. If you ever wondered what happened to Dirty Harry the answer is that he retired and moved to Detroit. This is a great movie, in fact everyone I know who has seen it agrees. You should see this, maybe not the best movie I have seen in the last year, but my certainly my favorite.

Highly Recommended
Gran Torino

#3 "Quantum of Solace"

in 4 words: "Ehh, it's a movie." Nothing special, but not as bad as people said. It wasn't boring, just lacking a plot.

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Quantum of Solace