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Chasing Amy, a review by addicted2dvd

Chasing Amy
Cult comic-book artist Holden (Ben Affleck) falls in love with fellow artist Alyssa (Joey Lauren Adams), only to be thwarted by her sexuality, the disdain of his best friend Banky (Jason Lee), and his own misgivings about himself. Filled with Smith's unique ear for dialogue and insight into relationships, 'Chasing Amy' offers a thoughtful, funny look at how perceptions alter lives, and how obsession and self-doubt skew reality.

My Thoughts:
This was actually my first taste of the work of Kevin Smith. So I really went into this one without knowing what to expect. I must say... I enjoyed it... it was a good romantic comedy. I felt he did a great job at creating characters you can care about. There wasn't a main character in this movie that I didn't enjoy watching one way or the other. I definitely think Kevin Smith is one talented man. Without giving the ending away (as I know of at least 1 person that hasn't seen this yet.).. I will say I left this one with mixed feelings. Mixed feelings that actually surprised me. I actually felt both relief and a bit disappointed.. but at the same time it also felt satisfying. It is hard to explain in order for it to sound right... so I would just leave it at... if you haven't done so yet... watch this movie.

(From Weekend Movie Marathon: 9/28 - 9/30 on September 29th, 2007)

The Forbidden Kingdom , a review by Dragonfire

The Forbidden Kingdom



Individually, they've starred in the most adrenaline-pumping martial-arts adventures ever. Together for the first time, JET LI and JACKIE CHAN join forces to create the greatest epic of them all - The Forbidden Kingdom. As ancient Chinese warriors, they must train and mentor a 21st century kung-fu fanatic who's been summoned to fight a centuries-old battle and free the imprisoned Monkey King. If you're a fighting fan, the wait is over. The team is ready. The Kingdom has arrived.

My Thoughts

I was interested in seeing Forbidden Kingdom when the movie came out a few years ago, but I didn't get the chance to see it then.  I ended up seeing it after it was released on DVD and I enjoyed it.  I decided to pick up the Blu-ray of the movie a few months ago when I found it for like $15.

The plot is interesting with having a teenager who likes kung fu movies travel through time and end up in ancient China.  A few elements of the plot could be a little stronger, but overall the movie is really entertaining.  There are lots of fights, but the story is developed enough for it to make sense.  There are some mystical or magical type of things involved and those things work with what is going on.

This is the first movie that Jackie Chan and Jet Li have made together.  I think it is still the only one they've made together, though I might be wrong about that.  Both of them are very impressive with their martial arts abilities.  Their characters aren't enemies, though they aren't exactly friends either and they do end up fighting at one point.  The fight is done well, though some of their fans may be disappointed that it didn't last longer.  All the fights are done well and look really impressive.  Some wire work is done in some scenes.  I don't think there is much CGI to the fight scenes.

The Blu-ray has several extras focused on different aspects of the making of the movie that are very interesting and worth watching.  The movie was filmed at various locations around China.  The different locations look gorgeous on Blu-ray. 

This is a very entertaining movie that is well worth watching, especially for fans of Chan or Li.



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

Forbidden Kingdom



(From Forbidden Kingdom on September 3rd, 2010)

Pete's Pilots, a review by addicted2dvd

The Addams Family
They're creepy and they're kooky, mysterious and spooky, and now for the first time, they're on DVD! The Addams Family, America's first family of ghastly giddiness, are here in all of their ghoulish glory in the original TV series based on the delightfully demented imagination of Charles Addams. Tarantulas, torture racks, and tombstones have never been so much fun! Join Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Lurch, Cousin Itt, and the rest of the gang for a fiendishly funny and altogether ooky experience. It's time to pay a call on...The Addams Family!

The Addams Family Goes To School
When Gomez and Morticia keep Wednesday and Pugsley home from school, the truant officer pays a visit with predictably ghastly results.

My Thoughts:
I always enjoyed this classic sitcom. Sure the characters are weird but of course they are meant to be. In this one the kids has their first day at school. Where they get upset over Grimm's Fairy Tales. So The Addams Family tries to rid the school of these fairy tales where there is cruelty to animals (Dragons slayed) and Nice old ladies pushed into ovens (Hansel & Gretal).

My Rating:

(From Pete's Pilots on October 27th, 2009)