District 9
District 9 is basically a war movie wrapped in a science fiction movie. And I don’t particularly like war movies or science fiction. So that could explain why I’m so…
The Time Traveler’s Wife
This is definitely one of those movies where it helps to have read the book. In fact, I doubt anyone who hasn’t read the book - a best-seller by Audrey…
The Ugly Truth
I took a bullet for the chick team on this one – going to see The Ugly Truth despite the onslaught of bad reviews. In all fairness, The Ugly Truth…
Every Little Step: The Journey of A Chorus Line
If you like Broadway musicals, you’ll definitely like Every Little Step. This pleasant documentary chronicles the creative genesis of the 1976 Tony-Award winning musical A Chorus Line and takes you…
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
What happens when your 13-year-old nephew tells you he wants to see either The Hangover or Public Enemies? You play the responsible adult and take him to see Transformers: Revenge…
Pass the Tissues for “My Sister’s Keeper”
(Updated Note: I just found out to what extent the movie ending is different from the book ending, and I must say, I'm disappointed that the producers/directors/writers didn't stay faithful…
The Downside of UP
"Up" is a great movie. Good script. Good characters/voices. And a heartwarming story that strives to teach us all (at every age) that life is a series of adventures, big…
Star Trek
I'm a little late to the party, but I finally saw the new "Star Trek" movie over the weekend. My expectations were probably a tad too high going in based…
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
Okay, so this movie isn't fine art. And yes, X-Men comic book fans are likely to be disappointed. But hey - it's got Hugh Jackman. And for this chick, that…