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Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, a review by Dragonfire

Journey 2: The Mysterious Island



I went to see this one in the theater.  I saw the normal version, but it also played in 3D.  I noticed several things during the movie that would have really taken advantage of the 3D.  I think I should have seen this one in 3D instead of Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance.

This one is a sequel to Journey to the Center of the Earth, though it can stand alone fairly well.  Sean is the only returning character, and his uncle isn't even mentioned in this one.  That does seem a little odd since their relationship was so much stronger by the end of the first movie.  There was a new Loony Tunes cartoon featuring Daffy Duck and Elmer Fudd before the movie that I really enjoyed.

Sean discovers a signal that he believes is a message from his missing grandfather.  His mother Liz and stepfather Hank don't believe it, but Hank has the idea to go on a trip with Sean to bond with him. They arrive on the island of Palau and charter a helicopter to go to where Sean believes the island is.  They run into a horrible storm and crash on the island, eventually finding Sean's grandfather Alexander. 

The movie is a bit silly, but I think that works for the movie.  It is a fun, family friendly adventure movie that doesn't resort to crude or gross jokes.  Things from Jules Verne's books are mentioned at different times in the movie.  I haven't read any of the books, so I have no idea if they were accurate or not.  There is a bit of suspense in a few scenes, but the movie isn't suspenseful overall.  It is just a fun, entertaining movie.  I really enjoyed it and I'll probably add it to my collection at some point.  The characters are likable for the most part, though Luiz Guzman does get a tad irritating at times.  I did really like Dwayne Johnson as Hank.  It seems like he was having fun with the movie.

This one could be too silly for some people, but it is fun and enjoyable.  It does set up another movie at the end and I would see it if it gets made. 



I did get a longer review posted at Epinions if anyone wants to take a look.

Journey 2: The Mysterious Island


(From Journey 2: The Mysterious Island on June 11th, 2012)

American Pie, a review by Dragonfire

Here's the uncensored version of America's #1 comedy hit, re-edited to include the scenes you couldn't see in theaters. You'll never look at warm apple pie the same way again! American Pie takes a hysterical look at the goal of four "unlucky in love" high school friends who make the ultimate pact: lose their virginity by prom night. As they try to manipulate their way into the...hearts of some of their classmates, their plans often backfire with hilarity.

Follow the raging hormones of four teenage boys and their girls as they gear up for the most important night of their lives...the prom?

My Thoughts

This is a funny, mostly entertaining movie.  I've seen it several times now and still enjoy it, though it definitely isn't a movie for everyone.  Most of the humor is rather crude and has the potential to offend people.  Anyone that doesn't care for that type of humor should stay away from the movie.  The plot is fairly simple, though it still manages to be entertaining.  The characters are fine for the most part.  Jim is likable.  His dad is a wonderful character.  Oz and Finch are fine.  Stiffler is a bit of a jerk.  Kevin didn't bother me the first few times I saw the movie, but he annoys me now.  The girls aren't around as much so they don't add as much to the movie.  I really don't like Vicky.  There are a lot of sexual situations in the movie, including a rather unique one involving a pie, but there really aren't any actual sex scenes and only a small amount of nudity.  The sexual content could bother some people.

Overall, the movie is funny and entertaining.

 

I did get a review posted on Epinions if anyone wants to take a look.

American Pie

(From Dragonfire: What I've Been Watching on July 18th, 2009)

"Due South" marathon, a review by Rick

Witness
I liked this episode. I liked seeing Fraser in prison, and how even there his manners and politeness helped in the end. I also thought the scene where Ray and Fraser were discussing the movie was pretty funny

Ray "If it were a good movie it would be in color"  Sound familiar Pete? 

Rating

(From "Due South" marathon on August 13th, 2009)