Monday, May 30, 2005

MOVIE : "MADAGASCAR"

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This is, by far, the best kids/family movie since "The Incredibles" last year. This one is fun, original and hilarious. Unfortunately, we don't get to see the psycho penguins enough during the film. In this new digitally animated film, there are a lot of jokes that only the adults will get. And when you get out, one line will repeat in your head over and over.... "I like to moove-it moove-it!"


MOVIE : "THE LONGEST YARD"

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"The Longest Yard" is fun but is also pretty much everything you expected to see from watching the previews. Sandler and Rock make a good team. The rest of the cast is alo funny. You'll see all the "clichés" you usually see in a football comedy. Overall, fun but you definitely can wait to rent it...


Saturday, May 14, 2005

MOVIE : "MONSTER-IN-LAW"

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This is an entertaining "turn-off your brain" comedy. The beginning is a little slow. It's hard to see "J Lo" as an "almost-nerdy" girl with a bunch of cheap-paying jobs. Jane Fonda finally comes in and was perfect for this role. Unfortunately, there are not too many surprises in this typical comedy. But it's nice to see the chemistry between Lopez and Fonda.


MOVIE : "UNLEASHED"

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If you are expecting a typical Jet Li "non-stop-ass-kickin'" flick, you'll be disapointed. This film, released last year in Europe with the title "Danny The Dog" is Jet Li's first attempt to show his dramatic talent. Li barely speaks 2-3 word in the first half hour. The exciting soundtrack was mostly created by Massive Attack. Overall, a few great action sequences, the films is fun and worth seeing.


MOVIE : "CRASH"

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This directorial debut from screenwriter Paul Haggis (who wrote the amazing Million Dollar Baby) is one of the best movies this year. This powerful film tells the story of many people from different ethnic backgrounds that all live in Los Angeles. At some point, they collide (mostly due to car accidents) and the tension rises. The amazing cast assembled and the great scenario makes this a must-see film!


CD : "WEEZER - Make Believe"

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I've been a big Weezer fan since the beginning, and I still believe the Blue album is their best one by far. Their 5th CD, Make Believe is one of their best... Unfortunately, the catchy 1st single, Beverly Hills is already overplayed on the radio. This new CD contains many good tracks like "This Is Such A Pity", a fun 80s sounding song! If you're a Weezer fan, this is certainly worth your time and money.


Friday, May 06, 2005

MOVIE : "STAR WARS EPISODE III: Revenge of the Sith"

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First of all, I always liked the original Star Wars movies as a kid. I am not an obsessive Star Wars fan that own costumes and figures! I would not wait in line for 12 hours to see this film.... Then came the prequels. I saw Episode I and did not like it much. I saw Episode II and thought it was pretty good. I was excited to see this one, it looked pretty good. The last Prequel to tie in with the original films... and I got a chance to see it early. It was very well done.... As usual, lots of weird aliens, great special effects... Natalie Portman, looks great, as usual. But this time, Hayden Christensen goes DARK and he is very convincing. There are also some great light saber fight scenes. If you're a fan, you should not be disapointed.


MOVIE "HOUSE OF WAX"

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This is the typical horror flick, good looking people, some sex, funny moments and lots of blood. At times, it can remind many of "The Blair Witch Project" and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre". Surprisingly enough, Paris Hilton, with her small role, is not that bad.... She is obviously there to strip down to her underwear and get KILLED! The movie is wildly entertaining and the two main characters, Elisha Cuthbert & Chad Michael Murray, do a good job. (Warning, if you have a sensitive stomach, this film is pretty gory!)


CD "NINE INCH NAILS - With Teeth"

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After 5 years, finally, a new NIN CD! The First Single, "The Hand That Feeds" is great and so is the rest of this album. This is the typical Nine Inch Nails album with great industrial sounds, some ballads, and lots of frustration. Trent Reznor is at his best on a few tracks like "All The Love In The World" & "Everyday Is Exactly The Same". If you like Nine Inch Nails, you should not be disappointed.