The comedy keeps coming in 2011 and the newest entry Hall Pass is a blast. Featuring a good ensemble cast, inventive writing and direction by the Farrelly brothers the film comes up a winner. Although the plot gets quite predictable, it’s the getting there that makes it fun.
A very funny script and a cast with great chemistry in hilarious situations the film Just Go With It gets 2011 off to a good start. What drives the ordinary plot to a successful piece of comedic entertainment are the trio of leads and three wonderful support characters. Just Go With It provides great entertainment for a date or girls/guys night out.
Stunning and beautifully made Hemingway’s Garden of Eden is sure to be a winner for those who like hot romance at a gorgeous Oceanside villa. The lavish period piece takes you on a ride of instant love, torrid affairs and a writer’s dream. It’s made for romantics and book readers alike.
There are of course some very redeeming elements to Hemingway’s Garden of Eden, the authentic period feel of cinematography, locations, set design, and costuming are all superb. Jack Huston is an up and coming actor who is interesting to watch and totally believable in the role of David, as is Catherine Murino who provides some great moments as the darkly sexual woman standing between the young couple.
The Oscar race has just added a new candidate called The Town, a gritty gangster film that heats up the screen with crime and romance. The film gets top marks from this critic in all departments, acting, directing, cinematography and storyline. Although some may say that the film has flaws, I can’t find a contender this year that can boast a more perfect entrant into Hollywood’s most prestigious awards race.
The cute little film Going The Distance has a lot going for it, a good cast, able direction and an interesting storyline. It’s an awesome date film and one the guys will like as well. Take a peek at a charming film that really goes a long way to please.
Not all movies are what they promote in theatre trailers but Eat Pray Love is an exception. So if you have seen the movie trailer than guys you know what you are in for. The movie hits it’s female target audience with pinpoint precision offering three stories each a step toward the feminine viewpoint on separation from a loved one, forgiveness of the act and a muffin top.
Here’s a gem of a film filled with love, deception and honor coated with extremely good acting, impeccable direction and picturesque cinematography. I Am Love captivated me quickly, held my attention through to its startling ending. If you like romance novels with a twist, I Am Love is sure to please you.
Well the first genuine romantic comedy of the year is in release and it’s a surprisingly fun film. It’s called When In Rome and perking up the fine film is the acting of Kristin Bell and Josh Duhamel. The two have some great chemistry together depicting some awkward moments, challenges and enough kisses to last a lifetime.
This nicely played out story based on the actual memoirs of an affair is simple and amusing. Although it is somewhat similar to Lolita, being an actual happing does give it an edge over the famous themed film of older man soliciting a teenager. But, An Education is a love story no matter how distasteful or prurient as the acting and direction make it entertaining.