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Monday:
Flightplan (2005)

...clever, fun, and thrilling...

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This one surprised me. I thought that this was going to be another run-of-the-mill "it was the maid in the ballroom with the candlestick" movie. No, thank God, it was not. Flightplan illustrates how thrillers should be made: clever, fun, and thrilling. Jodie Foster plays the mother of a girl that has mysteriously vanished on a flight departing from Berlin to the Big Apple. At first, calm, Foster begins to worry when she is no where to be found and the staff seems less than interested in helping. Finally, an air marshal helps her search, but begins to question her sanity. She realizes that she must rely on herself to find her girl.

To tell you the complete truth, I have never thoroughly enjoyed Foster's movies. Panic Room stood out among the rest, but this was the moment I gained full respect for her. She brilliantly plays the part of an obviously stressed mother and I could not have asked for more. It may not have been the best, but I promise it is close. Let Flightplan surprise you, too.

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Wednesday:
[movie title]

...just wasn't right...

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Click (2006) Since I haven't tackled an Adam Sandler movie yet, I thought I would start with a fairly recent one. I Now Pronounce You, Chuck and Larry does look funny, but unfortunately I have not had the opportunity to see it. My review for this may be a little biased because I really don't like some of his movies. That could be because he uses the same gag in everyone of them and it has been old since Mr. Deeds. I can only hope that his new release with Kevin James (who will save it regardless) will be much better than the last few years.

Overworked architect Michael Newman (Sandler) finds an universal remote that lends him the ability to rewind, pause, and fast forward. When forced to make the choice between a promotion and a family vacation, he uses his new gadget to his advantage. The device begins to malfunction and fast forwards randomly. Only when his life has passed him by, does he realize how much he had sacrificed for his career.

I would like to tell you this film wasn't repetitive, dull, or sappy. Yet, I feel obligated since I am reviewing this movie. The main problem I had with this film is Adam Sandler's temper tantrums and the way he got all emotional at the end. It was like watching American Pie and then switching over to The Notebook. It just wasn't right. If you like any of his previous films you will likely find some enjoyment out Click. If not, well, then watch something else!

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Friday:
Super Size Me (2004)

...distorted truths make it hard to watch...

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Documentaries usually bore me. So, even though this film isn't going to get a great score it doesn't mean that it is bad. If you like these types of movies then it will actually translate into a very good score. It all depends on you. Alas, this is my review. Which reminds me that my opinion is the only one that matters ( just kidding ).

Morgan Spurlock acts/directs Super Size Me which attempts to expose the deep, dark secrets of the fast food industry ( McDonald's particularly ). For a month, Spurlock eats nothing but McDonald's. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all spent with a burger and some fries. Actually, he tries everything on the menu at least once so that isn't exactly true. He also must "super-size" his order if given the option. With obesity on the rise, Super Size Me helps you decide where personal and corporate responsibility end and begin.

This film is flawed in many ways. Eating excessive amounts of anything is unhealthy. Fast food is meant to be eaten in moderation, and for some reason, Spurlock fails to mention that. Finally, he complains about his weight gain, while at the same time he has cut out every form of exercise that he needs to properly maintain a healthy weight. I would have liked to have a reason to disappoint children around the world and tell them that Ronald McDonald is a con-artist, but I can't. This film does well with interviews but the distorted truths make it hard to watch.