Cast Zac Efron (High School Musical) for the teens, an Orson Welles look alike to add some awe, throw in an A list actor and you have a hit. Well, that was my impression from the trailer of Me and Orson Welles, and after seeing the period drama there wasn’t much more. If you like impressions of famous people, with an above average storyline from the 1930’s, then this is you ticket to nostalgia.
There are many true stores portrayed each year by filmmakers, but no one does it quite as good as Clint Eastwood. His ability to visualize the emotion, excitement, challenges, apprehension and anxieties in his characters has always amazed me and with Invictus he outdoes himself. Touching and exhilarating Invictus is a must see.
Film stars like George Clooney are at their best in movies like Up In The Air where they can show their dramatic ability in portraying an interesting character. I enjoyed the new Jason Reitman film, just as much as his Oscar nominated Juno . Take a flight with Up In The Air and you’ll enjoy the bumps and jolts of this modern day story.
Hopefully you have seen the movie 2012 in which the world as we know it drastically changes due to a seismic calamity. Whether you did or not, what I call the History Channel’s companion piece Doomsday 2012: The End Of Days will fill you in on all the details that will challenge your mind and offer reasons why the catastrophe may be possible. Nicely documented, questionably plausible yet something to ponder over, the DVD is good entertainment.
Now on DVD, G-Force is still a very good family film filled with comedy and adventure that kids and most parents will like. The only difference here is the loss of in theatres only 3-D which made the film an even bigger hit. That said, your tots will love the film’s many bonus features and the ability to see G-Force over and over and over again.
Bringing a crime legend to the screen takes a good deal of research, good casting and impeccable direction and that all came together for Public Enemies now on DVD. Director Michael Man not only captures the essence of John Dillinger in his movie, but that of Baby Face Nelson as well. Public Enemies is probably Mann’s best, no in my opinion, it is his best film to date.