The thought that a person can actually experience "anesthesia awareness" is scary and quite disturbing to me.
What's also scary and disturbing is the acting of Jessica Alba and, although I hate to admit it, Hayden Christensen.
Oh well. At least it was enough to keep me awake and moderately entertained on the long and sleep-deprived trip back from Boston.
Rating: 5/10
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Eagle vs. Shark
If you're familiar with the comedy stylings of Flight of the Conchords, the fact that Jemaine Clement stars in Eagle vs. Shark should peak your interest. However, don't expect more of the same from him in this dark comedy.
In Eagle vs. Shark, Clement plays Jarrod, a man who seemingly doesn't notice the fact that he is a loser. Starring opposite him is actress Loren Horsley, who plays the equally awkward but lovestruck Lily.
After a chance opportunity allows Lily to attend a "Dress Up Like Your Favorite Animal" party thrown by Jarrod, a quirky romance between the two begins. Through all the romantic awkwardness, no matter how humorous, the audience soon learns that the seemingly arrogant Jarrod is actually struggling with his personal demons and that Lily, who has already taken that journey herself, is just what Jarrod needs to find himself again.
A great indie flick that teaches us that letting down your guard is difficult but necessary in order to come to terms with ourselves, Eagle vs. Shark definitely deserves a watch or two.
Rating: 7/10
In Eagle vs. Shark, Clement plays Jarrod, a man who seemingly doesn't notice the fact that he is a loser. Starring opposite him is actress Loren Horsley, who plays the equally awkward but lovestruck Lily.
After a chance opportunity allows Lily to attend a "Dress Up Like Your Favorite Animal" party thrown by Jarrod, a quirky romance between the two begins. Through all the romantic awkwardness, no matter how humorous, the audience soon learns that the seemingly arrogant Jarrod is actually struggling with his personal demons and that Lily, who has already taken that journey herself, is just what Jarrod needs to find himself again.
A great indie flick that teaches us that letting down your guard is difficult but necessary in order to come to terms with ourselves, Eagle vs. Shark definitely deserves a watch or two.
Rating: 7/10
Batman Begins
Although not as good as its sequel, Batman Begins is still an amazing film in its own right. The chemistry between director Christopher Nolan and Christian Bale is undeniably strong and shows through on screen. The cast of Liam Neeson as Raz al Gul was an excellent choice. The acting of Gary Oldman as Lieutenant Gordon (which was so good that I almost believe that Oldman is an unsure, clumsy person in real life) was even better. Even the addition of Michael Caine as Alfred was refreshing, his character's wit often lightening the excessively serious mood of the film.
With its appropriately dark tone and interesting backstory on how Batman became Batman, this is a great film that should also be recognized as the movie that returned the Batman franchise to its former glory - a feat that seemed impossible after the releases of both Batman Forever and Batman & Robin.
Rating: 8/10
With its appropriately dark tone and interesting backstory on how Batman became Batman, this is a great film that should also be recognized as the movie that returned the Batman franchise to its former glory - a feat that seemed impossible after the releases of both Batman Forever and Batman & Robin.
Rating: 8/10
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