- Runaway
Killer robots, vector computer graphics, synthesizer soundtrack, cops, a little romance, a somewhat awkward script, bad acting, a bunch of well-known 80s actors and a lot of cheesiness. It doesn't get much more classic than this. There are gigantic plot holes and some of the robots are downright silly, but the amount of clichés is what makes it fun to watch.Runaway - Deep Sea
This film is really amazing, and not just because of the 3-D. The underwater cinematography was absolutely brilliant. This Imax movie shows many odd creatures and the way they live. The 3-D in this thing is really amazing. The fish look like their right in front of your face and normal size. And the great thing about this film is that even without the 3-D, it's still an excellent documentary on the fascinating life found in the sea. The narration was really interestingly written and performed (with Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet switching off). The sound effects were great and the wonderful musical score from Danny Elfman fit so well. If you want to see life underwater without actually getting near the creatures, this is about the closest you will come.Deep Sea - Little Brother
The humour is very full on and go as far as it can go. When you think the jokes goes to the top they some how bring it a notches up! It is very well played and written with some a very emotionally intelligent parts. But be aware, you need to have a very open mind and spirit to enjoy this movie. Definitely worth a watch.Little Brother - Hungry
I waited a long time for this movie, and in the end it was even better than I imagined! This movie was incredible; it's full of emotions and makes you really care about the characters. The whole movie was simply impactful. Good cinematography, good acting, and I also really liked the suspense, the scenes, and especially the characters. My favorite was Sistine, which is why I worried about her in the movie, but I was also sad about the deaths of the other characters. But this movie is very Fun! And that's one of the main, or even the main reasons why I'm giving this movie a full ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Hungry - Cocoon: The Return
After I enjoyed the first Cocoon so much I decided that the sequel could not be too bad. For the most part, the Cocoon: The Return remains a generally enjoyable film even if most of the magic remained in the original. In this one, the elderly friends return back to earth to catch up on everything that had missed out on while they were away. The biggest problem when they get back to earth is that all of the special protection from illness and aging that they had with the aliens eventually wears off, and if they don't get back to their planet with the aliens quickly, some of them may die. Overall, an enjoyable and harmless sequel to the original. If you liked the original you will most likely enjoy this sequel.Cocoon: The Return - What's Eating Gilbert Grape
This film starts out slow, but after we get to know the characters and their (dis)abilities, we begin to place ourselves in their shoes and the action picks up. Perhaps Leonardo DiCaprio's best performance ever, this movie is a true drama. The focus of the movie is of course Gilbert Grape (Johnny Depp). However, there are really several focal points in the movie, all of which add to a powerful storyline. As the title of the film suggests, just about everything seems to be a hardship for Gilbert, yet, somehow he manages to come to terms with reality and in the end obtains a newfound respect for life. With good performances by supporting actors and actresses (Juliette Lewis, Darlene Cates, Leo D., and all the other "Grapes") and a nice comic relief from the city coroner (Bobby McBurney) and the local handyman (John C. Reilly), this movie should be seen by anyone who wishes to put themselves in a place where country roads and beautiful greenery give way to the perils and pitfalls of smalltown life. Overall great acting, a good story, and something with which we can all relate. "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" is an excellent movie!What's Eating Gilbert Grape - The Ratings Game
Danny devito is vic, trying to sell his script for a tv series to anyone, but no takers. Until he meets francine, who is played by the real mrs. Devito, rhea perlman. Vic gets his show on the air, but it's going to get pulled unless he can bring up the ratings. And francine just happens to work for the tv ratings company. She knows just how to scam the ratings, but wants no part of it. Can vic use her knowledge to bump up the show ratings while keeping his relationship intact? A little over the top, but to be fair, there wasn't a lot of security on computers in 1984! A funny bit where the president of the network fires employees by playing one, long, pre-recorded vhs tape, as they file into his office, one by one. Another funny gag where vic has his chauffeur drive when he and francine ride in bumper cars at the amusement park. It's fun. So many tiny little cameos with about half of hollywood! Take a minute and look at that cast list! Even some golden television oldies, like steve allen, jayne meadows, and huntz hall. Hall was in the bowery boys... he only did a couple more things after this. And of course, george wendt, rhea's co-star from cheers is in here. Fun adventure, if you just buy into the whole premise. Directed by devito himself.The Ratings Game - College Road Trip
This is a family movie. There is no swearing, there is no violence, etc. It's the way family movies should be. The storyline isn't the best nor is the musical score or acting however, it is not as bad as others deem it to be. I think too many people expect to be entertained by movies as if it was the first time being on a roller coaster. Those types of movies are jewels and should be praised as such however, these types of movies (college road trip) should not be condemned by seemingly heartless people who think they are experts in how movies should be. I often wonder if these people actually sit through and watch movies or just make bad comments because they don't like a particular actor. Oh well. I liked this movie.College Road Trip - The Sheep Detectives
🐑🔍The Sheep Detectives🐑🔍 is utterly delightful in every way possible - filled with genuine warmth, wit, and unexpected emotional depth. You're gonna think I'm insane but just trust me on this one: The Sheep Detectives is one of the best movies of the year! The director of Minions.... the writer of Chernobyl and The Last of Us... coming together to make a movie about talking sheep investigating the murder of their shepherd... this thing had me sobbing by the end. I never imagined a world where this movie worked as well as it did... and then I saw it. This thing really is something special; one of the most wholesome movies I've seen. The Sheep Detectives had no right being as charming and delightful as it was... An absolute delight from start to finish, and it features a wonderful cast across the board. It's the kind of family film that keeps you smiling and laughing the whole way through, yet never lets the stakes feel anything less than real. It's also one of the few times lately I've found myself thinking, "They just don't make them like this anymore." I could easily see it resonating with audiences in the same way Paddington does! I was enchanted by how smart, moving, and philosophical the movie was! Mazin's script is quite clever and smarter than it has any right to be, giving us a murder mystery that balances its light humour with thematic weight around mortality and social acceptance. It's thrilling with a lot of big reveals, and also very funny! It doesn't back away from a little edginess and plays like a live action Pixar at times, with its storybook quality but also its deeper themes of othering, death, and accepting hard memories. The sheep movie somehow has a more poignant reflection on death and memory than most of what comes out nowadays. It genuinely captures the feeling of those classic family adventures that studios rarely even attempt anymore - earnest, imaginative, a little weird, and completely sincere without ever becoming cynical or overly sanitized. The mystery constantly evolves in surprising ways, giving every character a meaningful role to play while still keeping the tone playful and accessible for all ages. What impressed me most is how emotionally honest it becomes by the end; beneath all the humour and talking animals is a story about grief, belonging, and learning how to carry painful memories forward without letting them define you. I laughed constantly, got unexpectedly emotional several times, and walked out of the theatre wanting to quit my job and buy a farm with sheep. A genuinely lovely movie (and a perfect blend between Knives Out and Babe)!The Sheep Detectives
