Reviews

My wife and I just saw this movie today with very little expectations, in the mood to laugh at something lighthearted... and that's for sure what we got! We didn't know any of the actors going into it, but felt they did well in pulling off some of the outrageous, only-in-rom-coms scenarios. Laughed out loud a handful of times!

At first I didn't realize the script was based on a Shakespeare, so was intrigued by all the artsy quotes scattered throughout the backgrounds of the movie. Made the whole thing feel like it had a little more substance that the average chick flick.

I think both of us were pleasantly surprised overall, and I'll probably keep an eye out for the DVD for a date night reviewing!

On a total side note: I saw how Emma Stone parodied the intro to the trailer for this movie, and was kind of disappointed at what felt like a mean-spirited jab? I was just starting to warm up to Emma Stone too, but didn't like to see her putting her fellow actors down (alongside some other schmuck), ESPECIALLY fellow actors who aren't as far along in their careers. I know ABY director Will Gluck seemed to take it well online, but still? Emma Stone kinda threw him (her former Easy A director) and his latest project under the bus. But, Anyone But You made nearly three times as much as Emma Stone's Poor Things, so maybe she's just a dying star whining on her way down. *shrugs*

Honestly, if I was writing this based on the first 30 minutes of the film, it probably would've landed at a 4/10 for me, but I found myself enjoying it more and more as it progressed. My wife and I went into it looking for a few hours' relaxation / a mindless popcorn movie, and that's what we got, so good job.

At first, I sorely missed some of the original film's actors, but as I sat there I realized that nostalgia was a big part of that for me. Also, NOW I can say how much I love the original actresses who played Gretchen, Janice, etc... but that's because I've seen them in movies since/they've had 20 years to grow on me. All that to say, I think the new cast needs to be given a chance, and I expect to like this movie more as time goes on and I've seen them in other projects.

I also think some characters were actually improved upon here. I liked both Damien and Karen better in this film, and Kevin G. Was right on par.

I'm giving this movie a slightly weighted 7/10 to boost it's average, as I don't find the current 6.3 stars accurate. Giving this movie a 1/10 - or ANY movie that rating, tbh - is just being dramatic and dishonest, and is treating the film unfairly. Anyway, that's what I know.

You heard me! My wife and I just got back from the theater, and absolutely LOVED this movie, even more than any of the Shrek movies and the first Puss in Boots!

This movie has SO MUCH to love, from BEAUTIFUL visuals/action to consistent humor that actually had us laughing to engaging characters, both old and new. Such a fun time, and so worth seeing in the theaters, though we'll definitely be picking up a copy once it's out on DVD!

Without giving too much away, there are several different antagonists in this movie that scratch all the bad-guy itches, covering the spectrum from totally hateable to horrifying to relatable and sympathetic. A great cast! Also, the magical world they came up with for this movie was awesome, with some really cool/unique features!

At first, we were a little worried about the dog character, neither of us being big fans of daffy sidekicks, but we were pleasantly surprised to find ourselves rooting for him! He's hilarious, and that's coming from a cat-lover!

Several callbacks to the first Puss in Boots movie made this one feel less like a spin-off than a worthy standalone franchise, and the movie was PACKED with magical references that all ages will be able to recognize and enjoy.

Do yourself a favor and free a few hours for this one!! A rare 10 from me!!

My wife and I picked up the box set for this show from Half Priced Books, and were soon glad we did! At 12 episodes, it felt totally manageable, and was fun to watch throughout.

The main character is an overly-optimistic, bubbly blonde you can't help but root for, and the allies and enemies she meets on her journey are all unique and creative.

One thing that made the series feel a little incomplete/unpolished, was that we never get to see al 10 of the jutensen (special evil warriors in the show). Also, it would've been nice to see the main character live by her love>war hugging philosophy a little more, as it only came up a few times. Maybe this is all addressed in the manga?

Overall, it was a very endearing, softcore fanservice, fun time!

How ironic that Louis Guzmán considers Marlon Brando to be his favorite actor, for when they worked together in the movie The Brave, instead of rising to the rare occasion, Guzmán gave the singularly worst performance I've ever witnessed, HEAVING STILL on camera when his character was supposed to be murdered (an occasion I had very much been looking forward to while watching him act). I hold him singlehandedly responsible for the failure of that film, causing Johnny Depp to pull it, his directorial debut, out of circulation in America.

The point being, I don't consider Guzmán to be an actor of the came caliber as Catherine Zeta-Jones, nor Jenna Ortega, nor Christina Ricci, nor indeed whoever played Thing. His inclusion in this project and all others puzzles me...

Other than that, the first episode was eye-rollingly Burtinian and Elfmannish, all the backup teen actors are being paid to look bored, and with Fred Armisen to look forward to - a man purportedly cruel to his own fans - I doubt I'll give the second episode a chance.

Wow!

My wife and I are working on our first house, and the master bedroom's a blank canvas. So, a few days ago, I remembered seeing an add for this show, and I decided to give it a go! After binging it solo over the course of a few days, I asked my wife if she wanted to watch it too, and I saw at all again with her in a single afternoon/evening, just as entertained as my first time around!

There's a LOT to love about the show, as it basically enhances the already addicting home improvement genre with a fun look into the relationship and sex lives of the homeowners! I really appreciate the diverse couples on the show, as well as the diverse solutions Melanie Rose comes up with to help them. I wasn't obsessed with EVERY couple, but you CAN tell they're all good people, and I was surprised at how heartwarming the show became by its final credits.

What really put this show over the top for me, earning it's 10 stars, was that it inspires conversation between the couple watching it. Maybe you and YOUR significant other are way further along in the kink world, or way more tame than the couples in the show, but it still evokes great, fun conversation!

Aaaaand you MIGHT just find yourselves running around the house gathering belts, blindfolds, and the like for your first leap into a whole new world! Let's just say we got a few ideas for designing our new bedroom! Thanks, Melanie!

For a long time before watching this movie, I assumed a PG-13 rating on a horror meant that I wouldn't be scared or entertained enough while watching it (an assumption started by the AWFUL Lazarus Effect), but The Ring actually changed my mind, and I've enjoyed many such movies since seeing it!

As a 1997 kid, movies from the early 2000s always scare me the most. I don't know if it's how they're filmed or what, but they always seem to take me back to the easily-scared days of my childhood.

I might recommend watching The Ring with a little energy left in the night, not RIGHT before bed, as it's more of a drawn out horror than some and might leave you drowsy. All the same, I was entertained throughout, and surprised at how creeped out I felt!!