Transformers: Rise of the Fallen 3.5 Stars

This movie was the first this year that felt like a true summer blockbuster! Isaac and I went to see this at the midnight showing (all of the midnight shows at the theatre sold out) and if we had stayed we could have sat in the front row to watch it. We opted to turn our tickets back in and watch it the next day. This time when we went to the theatre we were able to find seats in the 4th row which is way too close for my taste but I could not wait any longer so we stayed and we were rewarded for the slight discomfort! This movie was better than the 1st as Optimus and the rest of the Autobots are back to save the day from those pesky Decepticons. I have not seen so much excitement for a movie since the Dark Knight and the $200 + million it made in the first 5 days proved it (a feat accomplished only by the Dark Knight prior to this). The movie is on the long side with a 2 and 1/2 hr run time so those with children beware. Also it does push the envelope a bit trying to be an "edgier" PG-13 movie with a few parts that could have been left out and not hurt the plot at all. Still I say Star Trek was a better quality but Transformers is the 1st summer blockbuster. Lots of fun, go watch it!

Year One: 2.5 Stars

I am usually a fan of Jack Black but he can be a bit "hit or miss". This was a miss for me. It is about 2 social outcasts in a tribe of hunters and gatherers. They are banished from the tribe and end up on a path that can lead to their redemption and a place back in the tribe. There are a lot of biblical stories that the movie pokes fun at which I had the most problem with. There are some funny parts, but to be honest if I don't see it for many years I wont feel too bad. Die hard fans of Jack Black will probably still enjoy this film.

The Hangover: 4 Stars...sort of

Disclaimer:This movie is rated R and takes full use of that rating.

Ok I have to be honest and tell you this movie was hilarious! I would say this movie is similar to Superbad or Knocked Up other R rated comedies. This movie is about 4 guys who go to Vegas for their friend's bachelor party. Unfortunately for them the next morning they have lost their friend who is getting married and they all have the mother of all hangovers and cannot remember any of their activities from the night before. They try to piece together the night before and find their missing friend. Including a cameo from Mike Tyson, there are a ton of surprises that will keep you laughing hysterically throughout the movie...that is if you like this sort of movie.

Taking of Pelham 123: 3 stars

Denzel could read the Phone Book and I'd show up to watch it. I mean the guy is seriously one of the best actors of our generation. Name a movie that he was in where he didn't deliver an amazing performance and I will name you ten outstanding movies he's been in. In the Taking of Pelham, Denzel's character is manning the dispatch of the train station while John Travolta's character has taken hostages on train 123. I really enjoyed the movie and thought it was well done with a few interesting twists. Catch this one on a matinee show and it will be well worth it!

Up 4 stars!!!

I had no desire to see this movie when I first saw the trailers. I was WRONG! This movie is great for kids and adults alike. It is a great story that has a moral that can be learned from. I don't want to say much about it for fear of ruining it so just go watch it already!!!

Disney/Pixar: Up... 4.5 Stars

Ok... I really don't know how high I am allowed to rate movies, but, UP was ...wait for it... A-mazing!!!! I loved it! We went to see it while we were in Baltimore. The movie exceeded my expectations. The trailer piqued my interest and ofcourse we all expect great things from Disney, but I really was in the dark about the plot. I loved it! I laughed out loud while watching it and I laugh out loud just thinking of many of the parts in the film. If you haven't seen it... GO!