Thurston Blogging

Dead Snow vs. Colin - a Zombie Bonanza!

This is going to be my new favorite movie. Or this one, from the zombie's perspective (and made for under one hundred buck) has promise as well:

When, Fanboys, when?

When  Fanboys going to be released into the theatres?  For Pete's sake, this movie has been in the can for nearly two years.  It has a brilliant premise and a home run cast.  Get it, into my local Celebration Cinema.  Now.

Iron Man

Sharon and I were able to get out for an afternoon last week.  What did we do?  We went to the movie theatre and saw Robert Downey Jr. in Iron Man.  In a word, the movie was spectacular.  RDJ did a convincing job as Tony Stark, the billionaire arms dealer who, after an attack on his life - creates a suit of armor to keep him alive and kick the crap out of his captors.

From there, Stark designs a new suit that does everything except figure out why Mind of Mencia is still on Comedy Central.  That show really stinks.

The supporting cast is top-notch as well with Gwenyth Paltrow, Jeff (Lebowski) Bridges and Terrence Howard.

This movie not only has a sequel built-in, but Iron Man is supposed to be in the new Incredible Hulk movie also playing now.  Rumor is that both of these characters will be in The Avengers movie.  Stay for the end of the credits to find out a bit more on that.

If you liked the comics, you'll love this movie.  Don't wait for DVD - get to the local show-house, buy some corn and plop down and enjoy the next two hours.  Here's a trailer to whet your appetite.

Movies I Want to See in '07

There is nothing good at the theater this weekend.  We want to go to the movies as much as possible before we have to get a baby-sitter.  Quite the bummer that there isn't  anything  on that we both like - as there isn't much else to do around this town besides eat dinner and go to the movies.

Since there isn't anything out now, I have compiled a list of movies I want to see this year.  Here they are:

Fanboys.  This movie features Kristen Bell from Veronica Mars (The Jay's favorite new finds).  The story is about a bunch of clown-punchers who have to get their dying friend to see Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.  Hilarity ensues.

American Gangster.  Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington play cops and robbers in this 70's flick.  Probably will be up for an Oscar or three.

The Simpsons Movie.  Time to sneak a sixer of beer into Celebration Cinemas.

Grindhouse.  Rose McGowan stars as an amputee with a gun for a leg in this Rodriguez/Tarantino epic "blow 'em up" flick.  I will be seeing this alone, along with 300 - a movie about the Battle of Thermoplyae.

Knocked Up.  Seth Rogan from The 40-Year-Old Virgin impregnates his one-night stand.  Ryan Seacrest also has a cameo, but I'll let that slide.

Evan Almighty.  Okay, this may be a renter.  Steve Carell and Morgan Freeman return to this sequel of Bruce Almighty.  Carell makes me laugh like crazy, and the thought of him playing a Congressman who has to build an arc.

Live Free or Die Hard.  I'll probably have to see this one on my own.  However, Kevin Smith is in it, so maybe Sharon will roll with me to it.

Transformers.  If you don't know what Transformers are, go soak your head.  This is not to be confused with the cartoon movie (which was freaking awesome), but this is a live-action flick directed by Michael Bay.

Blades of Glory.  This opus stars Will Ferrel and Amy Poehler along with Jenna Fischer from The Office.  Could be the next Anchorman, or it could be the next Talladega Nights.  I'm hoping for the former and not the ladder.

Spider-Man 3.  Represent.

The Ex.  Zach Braff and Amanda Peet (two of Thurston Blogging's favorites) star in this movie about a slacker who has to go back to work after his wife quits her high-paying job.

Into the Wild.  A dude picks up and moves to Alaska.  Hilarity probably does not ensue.  Vince Vaughn is in it, so  I'm interested to see his work.

A few others sound interesting, like the new Pirates flick and the latest Bourne movie.  Be Kind Rewind with Jack Black also sounds interesting, as does Zodiac with Jake (Donnie Darko rules) Gylllenhaal.  Zodiac is about the Zodiac killer in San Fran.  Natalie Portman stars in Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium, which sounds interesting.  She is also in The Other Boleyn Girl with Scarlett Johansson.  Looks like a boring flick, but I would like to punch up the script a bit given the chance.

Weekend of Jay – Day 2, Part 3

Brick Update:

Jackson, I think that this is worth a watch.  It's odd, and a bit off.  However, no swearing and no nudity.  Some drugs and a bit of violence do make it interesting.  Some dialouge that makes you pay attention. 

While I don't think it's ready to be put in the Pantheon of truly terrific and odd movies (Pulp Fiction, Donnie Darko, Bottle Rocket, etc.), it's a movie that will probably warrant a second viewing.

The kid from Third Rock, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, was very solid.  From the looks of his IMDB page, he's been working steady after this movie was made.  Real rising star.

My right foot is sore.  An ache really.  No idea why.  That's a bit annoying.

Jackson, I would advise you to copy this for posterity. 

Weekend of Jay – Day 1, Part 3

Holy gore, Batman.  To say that I should have my head examined is an understatement.  Hostel?!  What a horrible piece of garbage.  Tarantino should take his name off of this dirt pile.  Perhaps I'm just getting old, but this is just gore and blood for the sake of keeping special effects crews employed.

There was some nice nude shots, but they were off-set by man ass. 

No stars, with the exception of Samuel L. Jackson shown on a clip from Pulp Fiction.  Terrible plot, and just nasty violence.  At this point, I think I may take Saw out of the DVD weekend rotation.

If you like Hostel, you're a terrible person.  If you rent this, prepare to regret it.

Motherfucking Snakes on a Plane

Alright, my Mom is at again.  She's been on YouTube again so look out.  How many of your damn Mon's even know what YouTube is.  Thought so.  Holla.  This time, Mom brings you Snakes on a Plane star Samuel L. Jackson talking 'bout da film on The Daily Show.  Watch for yourself below.

Back to Netflix

Sharon and I signed up for the two-week free trial of Netflix.  As a former customer, I was pretty happy for a while.  Then, the problems came:  Wrong movies, broken discs, and long waits to name a few.  The biggest complaint was new movies not being available.

So, we switched to Blockbuster.  I enjoyed Blockbuster as you could get coupons for in-store rentals each month, which I would use on XBOX games.  Holla.  However, Cockbuster began to have the same issues as Netflix, so we canceled them as well.  With me being out of the country so much, we were not able to enjoy many flicks together anyway.

So, here are my first three flicks.  Since Sharon is going to be gone this weekend, and I have to miss the Dream Cruise, I picked movies I am interested in:
Hostel
V for Vendetta
Brick

V is one movie that I've seen, but it was on a 6" screen flying across the Atlantic Ocean.  I'd like to watch it on my 46" Sony with 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound.

We'll see you at the movies.  Reviews to follow.

Behold, my magnificent television.  There are many like it, but this one is mine.  Sony.  Accept no substitute.

I'm a firm believer in a ruling class...

...especially since I rule.

It's 7:30 AM.  Watching the First Cut of Clerks from the X  Anniversary Edition in preparation for my viewing of Clerks II.  Note my use of Roman numerals.  Must be the Italian influence.

It's not as good as Happy Scrappy Hero Pup or All Tit-Fucking Volume VIII, but the First Cut is pretty good, although the description in the intro of watching the movie underwater is pretty apt.  Notice the Roman numeral once again.

Took the day off to go to see this flick:

7 reviews

Clerks II 1hr 37min - Rated R - Comedy/Drama - IMDb 10:45  1:00  3:15  5:30  7:45  10:00

Did he say "Making Fuck?"

Stay tuned for my review of the motion picture epic, that is Clerks II.  That's beautiful, man.

Oceans 12

Well, I'm watching this flick. So far, it sucks. Well, it doesn't suck, but it's close to sucking. They're in Amsterdam, and no one has gotten high as a flippin' kite, or went to see naked ladies.

Did like the cameo by Topher Grace, trashed place and all.

http://oceans12.warnerbros.com/flash.html