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Posted on 2010 under Movie Reviews |
20
Apr
Hey guys,
Back when I told Dad I wanted to be a movie reviewer, he said I needed to sit down and watch the classics. See how good films were mad back in the day and how a lot of old movies influence a lot of the newer ones we have today. (I am not talking remakes.)
Well it’s two years later and I am just now getting around to watching the ones on his list, they do sound interesting; but i just couldn’t see me sitting down for two hours watching them back then. Now that I am older, I am starting to get into them more and more.
So this time around, I am going to do a review for our parents. Chances are they already seen this movie thousands of times, but maybe with me just discovering them for the very first time; maybe I can bring something new to it. Who knows, just maybe.
From the back of the cover – “The time: World War II. The place: Morocco. The film: Casablanca, perhaps most legendary achievement in cinematic history. Suspenseful, gloriously romantic and filled with unforgettable dialog, this winner of three Oscars continues top critics lists of all time favorite films, for as Rodger Ebert (My favorite reviewer. 
) so aptly put it; “Casablanca is THE movie.” Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman light up the screen as Rick and Ilsa, former lovers briefly reunited in the chaos of war. He is a world weary nightclub owner who “sticks his neck out for nobody.” and she is a beautiful woman fleeing the Nazis with her resistance hero husband. Only Rick can the pair escape..and only if Ilsa can reawaken the idealism she killed in him when she left him long ago. Bogie and Bergman incomparable as the star crossed lovers who will always have Paris.”
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Posted on 2010 under Movie Reviews |
9
Apr
Anna got her king
Hey Guys,
Well since my last review on the big green guy was for the boys more than us girls, I thought I would find something we would like more. So I got Jenny’s help and we came up with a breath taking, beautiful movie this time. So come with me to the far east, and let meet a widowed teacher who is strong willed, and a king who is just as strong willed. When these two meet, you just know something has to give.
From the cover- “Academy Award winner Jodie Foster and international action star Chow Yun Fat bring to life the epic true story of a woman who challenged a the heart of a king and inspired the destiny of a nation. English school teacher Anna Leonowens has traveled to Siam to educate the fifty eight children of King Mongkut. If she has any preconceived notions about the East, the King has the same notions about the west. But amid the danger of growing political unrest, their respect for each other slowly turns into something else.”
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This week, we had a ton of voicemails that I wanted to let you all listen to! First up, we have Tim, reminding us of Darcy’s wonderful reviews here on the blog! Next, we have a few from Gary, who is catching up listening. He has great ideas and comments about the IKEA store, ear piercing, and science education in elementary school. He also has some comments and questions about Legos and how kids in general play with them! Don calls in with a great source for hypoallergenic earrings and parts, for us sensitive-skinned folks and crafters (like me!). Then Wyatt calls in about Jonathan Coulton on the Rock Band Network, vintage gaming and collecting, news about games on the Mac and an XBox Live update.
Please email me with your own comments at howtogrowyourgeek – at-gmail -dot-com, or call my voicemail number at 206-202-7309 and leave your thoughts. You can also visit our forum at the Farpoint Forums. And last but not least, you can follow me on Twitter at SusietheGeek or the show at HowToGrowGeek!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promos: The Chronic Rift and The Seeker Cast
Posted on 2010 under Movie Reviews |
2
Apr
Hey guys,
Okay got a question. Think you seen every Godzilla movie ever made? Yeah I did too until this one. It’s actually not as bad as it sounds……really. Have I ever lead you peeps wrong?
“A scientist combines the cells of a rose with those of Godzilla to create a biological creature more horrifying than any seen before. The two do battle after a destructive tour of Japan by Godzilla. A newly released version includes many new fight scenes that were cut out of the theatrical version.
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This week, we catch up on all of your voicemail comments! We have a comment on the Percy Jackson books and movie, a new podcaster friend, a question about ear-piercing for Gary’s daughter, and Wyatt goes old-school while he can’t get on XBox Live!
Please email me with your own comments at howtogrowyourgeek – at-gmail -dot-com, or call my voicemail number at 206-202-7309 and leave your thoughts. You can also visit our forum at the Farpoint Forums. And last but not least, you can follow me on Twitter at SusietheGeek or the show at HowToGrowGeek!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promos: The Signal Podcast
Posted on 2010 under Movie Reviews |
11
Mar
Hey guys,
This time around I though I would review my second type of movie I love. A martial arts one.
I have always loved it, for as long as I can remember, it’s so much like dancing when you think about it. Punch, block, kick. All timed to be a graceful dance across the screen when done right.
I have three favorite martial actors, Jackie Chan that I wrote about earlier, Michelle Yeoh, the beautiful woman from crouching tiger; (She’s a grandmother and still does films! that so rocks.) and there there is the star of this film Jet Li. I’ll have some cool things about him after my review. He’s a real life hero, and someone to look up too.
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This episode, we focus first on the movie of the first book in the Percy Jackson series,Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightening Thief, by Rick Riordan. Amanda helps me review the movie just released, and we go over the similarities and differences from the book version. Then Gary calls in with a great overall review of the movie’s watchability and general quality as a movie itself. Thanks Gary! We think that this movie is definitely watchable for kids, and the books are a must-get!
Don’t forget – Feb. 27 is The BOOM EFFECT Auction! For details visit the website here! Come with your heart and wallet open!
Please email me with your own comments at howtogrowyourgeek – at-gmail -dot-com, or call my voicemail number at 206-202-7309 and leave your thoughts. You can also visit our forum at the Farpoint Forums. And last but not least, you can follow me on Twitter at SusietheGeek or the show at HowToGrowGeek!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promos: The Boom Effect Auction and The Chronic Rift
Posted on 2010 under Movie Reviews |
3
Feb
Rocks, Teeth and life lessons.
Hi Guys,
Thought I’d do another movie review for you guys, a new one this time. And I thought I would add something dad told me to do when I watch movies. It has helped me, so maybe it will you too.
The Tooth Fairy – A movie review by Darcy Low
“Derek Thompson is ‘The Tooth Fairy,’ a hard-charging minor league hockey player whose nickname comes from his habit of separating opposing players from their bicuspids. When Derek discourages a youngster’s hopes, he’s sentenced to one week’s hard labor as a real tooth fairy, complete with the requisite tutu, wings and magic wand. At first, Derek “can’t handle the tooth” – bumbling and stumbling as he tries to furtively wing his way through strangers’ homes…doing what tooth fairies do. But as Derek slowly adapts to his new position, he begins to rediscover his own forgotten dreams”
Okay let me ask you, if you had the chance to see Dwayne Johnson in a pink Tutu; wouldn’t you rush to go see it??? Yeah you sound like my Dad. Hehe. Yep, this movie is VERY silly. But it’s a lot of fun too, and surprise; it has a message to it.
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Posted on 2010 under Movie Reviews |
25
Jan
The Spy that wowed me.
Hey Guys,
This review is going to long, but I think you will like it. I did some homework on it.
With everything that has been going on, I figured we all need something funny. Kind of time to step back from everything that is going on for a bit. For me, there is one guy that always helps, one guy that no matter how much stress and sadness in the world can still get me smiling. (besides Dad I mean.)
Who you ask? Simple, my hommie.
Jackie Chan.
I have been a huge fan of him since I moved in here, Dad has everything of his that’s out on dvd i think. hehe. The first kung fu movie we watched together was Legend of Drunken Master. (yeah I know, some parents going say that’s not a kid’s movie. But it was SO MUCH FUN!) Since then I was hooked. So when I saw this movie coming out, I just had to see it. And I think you guys are going to like it as well.
The spy next door – A movie review by Darcy Low
“Spying is easy, babysitting is hard. Former CIA spy Bob Ho (Chan) takes on his toughest assignment to date: looking after his girlfriend’s three kids, who haven’t exactly warmed to their mom’s beau. And when one of the youngsters accidentally downloads a top-secret formula, Bob’s longtime nemesis, a Russian terrorist, pays a visit to the family.”
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Posted on 2010 under Movie Reviews |
21
Jan
” A culinary legend provides a frustrated office worker with a new recipe for her life in Julie and Julia, the true stories of how Julia Child’s (Played perfectly by Meryl Streep) life and cookbook inspired fledgling writer Julie Powell (Played by Amy Adams) to whip up 524 recipes in 365 days and introduce a new generation to the magic of French cooking. Stanley Tucci (From Devil wears Prada.) co stars in director Nora Ephron’s delicious comedy about joy, obsession and butter. Bon appetit!”
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