Movie Review "R.I.P.D. Rest in Peace Department"

Movie:  R.I.P.D Rest in Peace Department (2013) Sci-Fi, Action, Comedy, Crime



Studio: Universal

Rating: PG-13

Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Jeff Bridges, Kevin Bacon, Stephanie Szostak

Director: Robert Schwentke

DVD:  Family Video rental with extra content.  Deleted and alternate scenes, gag reel and making of featurette.

Audio:  5.1 Dolby Digital

Video:  16x9 widescreen in 2.35:1 ratio

When Boston cop Nick (Ryan Reynolds) gets killed by his partner Hayes (Kevin Bacon) on a drug raid he is suddenly recruited by the R.I.P.D to protect those same streets against an evil plot of the undead.  While working with his new R.I.P.D. partner Roy (Jeff Bridges) he discovers that the chaos may hit very close to home.

This movie reminded me quite a bit of the Men In Black trilogy, but with a unique new twist.  The special effects were very good.  If you like science fiction this movie is a fun watch.

IMDB rating:  5.5 out of 10 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0790736/?ref_=nv_sr_1

My rating:  3 out of 5

Movie Review "Tower Heist"

Movie: Tower Heist (2011) Action, Comedy, Crime



Studio: Universal Pictures

Rating: PG-13

Cast: Ben Stiller, Eddie Murphy, Matthew Broderick, Alan Alda

Director: Brett Ratner

DVD: Redbox rental so no extra content.  If you purchase there is additional content on disc including gag real,  directors audio cut and more

Audio: Dolby digital 5.1

Video: 16x9 widescreen

When the staff of a high rise residence in downtown New York find out that all of there savings have been invested into a ponzi scheme, the group decides to get the money back by taking matters into their own hands.  I was expecting more from this movie with the all star cast that was assembled, but it seemed like some of the characters did not fit.  The most out of place, T`ea Leone as a not very believable FBI agent.  Despite a few missed castings this movie was entertaining enough to keep my attention, just not great.

IMDB rating: 6.3 out of 10  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0471042/

My rating: 3 out of 5

Movie Review "Real Steel"

Movie: Real Steel (2011) Action, Drama, Sci-Fi

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Studio:  Touchstone Pictures

Rating:  PG-13

Cast:  Hugh Jackman, Dakota Goyo, Evangeline Lilly

Director:  Shawn Levy

DVD:  Redbox rental.  Theatrical release movie.

Audio:  Dolby Digital 5.1

Video:  Widescreen 16 x 9

Hugh Jackman is a father who discovers his long-lost son through the tragedy of his ex-wife's death.  He and his son go on an epic journey of discovery through futuristic robot boxing.  This movie was very predictable and not very creative.  If you like science fiction and robots you may like this movie.  Did I say very predictable?

IMDB Rating:  7.2 out of 10 stars  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0433035/

My rating:  2.5 out of 5

Movie Review "In Time"

Movie: In Time (2011) Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller



Studio: Twentieth Century Fox

Rating: PG-13

Cast: Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried

Director: Andrew Niccol

DVD: Redbox rental. Movie, supplemental previews and theatrical trailer for "In Time"

Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1

Video: Widescreen 16x9

This movie has an interesting concept of using time as a currency instead of money.  Don't run out of time though, or you guessed it, you die!  For being a Sci-Fi movie the cars and buildings were not very futuristic.  I am sure the director was trying to get across the moral of the story that friends and family are important and you shouldn't waste your time.  This movie really makes you think.

IMDB Rating 6.6 out of 10 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1637688/

My rating: 2.5 out of 5

Movie review: "Rise of the Planet of the Apes"

Movie: Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) Action, Drama, Sci-Fi



Studio: 20th Century Fox

Rating: PG 13

Cast: James Franco, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow

Director: Rupert Wyatt

DVD: Redbox rental with  movie and supplemental previews

Audio: 5.1 Dolby Digital

Video: 16x9 widescreen

An ape raised by humans for years is put in a primate institution and leads a revolt against human exploitation and testing.  The story is a predictable one but the special effects are worth the price of this rental.  If you are a fan of science fiction you will enjoy this movie.

IMDB rating 7.7 out of 10

My rating 3 out of 5

Movie review: "50/50"

Movie:  50/50 (2011) comedy, drama



Studio: Summit Entertainment

Rating: R (language, sexual situations)

Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogan, Anna Kendrick

Director:  Will Reiser

DVD:  Redbox rental with movie and supplemental material

Audio:  Dolby Digital 5.1

Video:  Widescreen 16x9

Inspired by a true story this movie recreates the struggle of a young cancer patient as he comes to the realization of his diagnosis and his daily struggle to beat this deadly disease.  Joseph Gordon-Levitt gives an inspired portrayal of  how the disease affects him, his friends and family. This movie has some very light comedic moments but is a serious drama at the same time.  I was riveted with the story from the very beginning and can say that this is one of the best movies I have seen in the last six months. See it, you won't regret it.

IMDB rating:  8 out of 10 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1306980/

My rating:  4.5 out of 5

Movie review: "The Art of Getting By"

Movie: The Art of Getting By (2011) drama, romance



Studio: Fox Searchlight

Rating: PG-13

Cast:  Freddie Highmore, Emma Roberts

Director:  Gavin Wiesen

DVD:  Redbox rental

Audio:  Dolby Digital 5.1

Video: 16x9 Widescreen

Freddie Highmore plays a high school senior trying to find himself and a way to graduate from high school without doing any work.  This is a high school coming of age film that has a good romantic story and a valuable lesson to relay to its audiance.  Although this film has a high school setting it is a good film for all ages.

IMDB rating:  6.4 out of 10  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1645080/

My rating: 3 out of 5