Home About TMC Alphabetic Index Hall of Flame Other Film Sites Feedback

Monday:
Are We Done Yet? (2007)

...you'll soon find yourself asking, "Are we done yet?"

In this sequel to Are We There Yet?, Nick (Ice Cube) returns with his new family, and decides to move from the bustling city into the peaceful (?) country. There is just one big problem though. Where are the kids? The spoiled teenaged girl and curious boy show up in little to zero scenes. To tell you the truth, that is the only reason I liked it predecessor.

It isn't all bad though. Chuck (the contractor, plumber, real estate agent, and brain surgeon [kidding]) saves most of this movie from being a bore. Towards the end he loses his charm, but how long could one man possibly keep this film going?

Are We Done Yet? Features some funny scenes, but they are few and far between. Most of the laughs are predictable and you'll soon find yourself asking "Are we done yet?". If you want to see a good comedy, please go see Blades of Glory. I highly recommend anything at the box office than this.

My Rating =

Rent

Wednesday:
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005)

...could challenge The Lord of the Rings...

Buy this poster at

The war has broken out and parents are sending their children away from the chaos. Four young children find themselves in an old professor's mansion. One day, while playing a game of hide-and-go-seek, the youngest of the four children (Lucy) wanders into a wardrobe that contains an entire world. A world that is desperate for their saviors. Later, Lucy brings her two older brothers and sister into this world like no other.

The Chronicles of Narnia has always had a special place in my book collection. I adore the series and was praying that the film wouldn't disappoint. My prayers were most certainly answered. This film could challenge The Lord of the Rings as far as special effects go, although Narnia does lack a little bit of the charm while in the fight scenes. The story flows smoothly and it follows the book for the most part.

As a die hard Harry Potter fan it pains me to say that I liked this movie better than any of the first four attempts at bringing Harry to the big screen. It has flaws, but they are easily overlooked.

My Rating =

Rent

Friday:
Finding Nemo (2003)

...Pixar's best work.

Buy this poster at

Finding Nemo revolves around Marlin (Brooks) and his new friend Dory (DeGeneres) searching the entire ocean for one fish….his son. Along the way they meet up with friendly turtles, sea gulls, and (not-so friendly) sharks. This film keeps you glued to the TV trying to find out where they will end up next.

Which lead me to:

My favorite part of this movie is the pacing. It never gets boring (no matter how many times you watch it) and it is also easily enjoyed by all age groups. The animation is beautiful, and at the time was Pixar's best work. If you haven't seen it yet, rent or buy this movie as soon as you have the opportunity.