Amelia (2009)

I'd give this film 3 out of 5 stars. It was good but not stellar. It tells the story of Amelia in very broad strokes. How she fell in love, got married, and set out to fly around the world only to disappear over the Pacific Ocean. Hilary Swank does an good job as Amelia Earhart. Richard Gere doesn't as her husband George Putnam. It was like watching Richard Gere, play Richard Gere. I couldn't dispell my disbelief to believe he was playing a character. The other person I enjoyed in this film was Christopher Eccleston from "Doctor Who" fame as Fred Noonan Amelia's navigator who also perished when they disappeared. Christopher really made this film enjoyable and it was interesting to hear him speak with an American accent when I've gotten used to him speaking with a British one.

The Big Bang Theory Box Set

I didn't know what to expect when I sat down to watch this new CBS series. What I got was a smart, funny, story about two brilliant physists who have a beautiful woman move in next door. Johnny Galecki from 'Roseanne' fame stars at Dr. Leonard Hofstadler and the BRILLIANT Jim Parsons who is mostly unknown stars at Dr. Sheldon Cooper. These two are the oddest of odd couple's. The writing, the acting, and some of the lines leave me breathless as I am laughing way too hard. This show refuses to dumb it down for the masses and even has scientists on their writing staff so the science is correct.

Sit down and watch this show, you won't be disappointed.

-A-

The Ruling Class

Peter O' Toole is phenomenal in this British Black Comedy about the different classes in British Society. Peter O'Toole plays Arthur a young man who believes he's Jesus Christ and through a series of events goes from someone who loves his neighbor to a serial killer.

My favorite part of the film is the musical numbers, especially Peter O'Toole singing "These Dry Bones." Very bizarre, very funny, very black comedy. If you love British films, this is one you MUST see.

4 out of 5 stars.

-A-

The Magic Christian

No, this isn't a film about Jesus and Hogwarts. Its a funny film that came out in the late 1960's early 70's and stars Peter Sellers and Ringo Starr. The film takes a look at the idea that people will do absolutely anything for money.

Peter Sellers plays a millionaire and Ringo is a poor orphan he adopts. Together they prove through example after example that people will swim through poo for Quid.

If you can rent this film. Peter Sellers is stellar as is Ringo. Together they are a force to be reckoned with.

-A-

CSI: NY Box Sets Season 1, 2, & 3

When CSI came out in 2000 I was totally psyched. I fell in love with the characters of Gil Grissom, Catherine Willows, Nick Stokes, etc. Then CSI:Miami came out and I wasn't that impressed. Then I heard they made a CSI:NY and I love Gary Sinise but I just wasn't sure. Then I went to New York City. WOW! Can we say New York City ROCKS boys and girls?

So I got home and turning to my trusty Netflix, I rented in succession Season 1, 2, & 3. I watched every episode and found that CSI: NY reminded me of Season 1 of CSI:Las Vegas. I absolutely loved it, I love the characters, who are younger and have think Brooklyn accents. Gary Sinise is phenomenal as Mac. Very tight cast, and I can't wait to see what happens next.

If you love CSI the original you'll love CSI:NY.

-A-

G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra

Ok, let me be frank I grew up with Barbie dolls. I had no knowledge of the story behind G.I. Joe. That being said, I found myself enjoying the film immensly. The story revolves around Duke and Lisa and how they have changed in the 4 years after a devastating event. Each one on the opposite side, Duke with the G.I. Joes and Lisa with M.A.R.S under the watchful eye of James McCullen/Destro.

The film was what I expected, little plot some nice storylines and TONS of explosions. It was fun, frantic and time flew as I watched it and I was disappointed when the credits rolled.

Overall I'll give it a 3 out of 5 stars.

Julie and Julia

First let me tell you I'm no chef. I don't know much about French cooking, but I do know who Julia Child is. I've seen her cooking show on PBS growing up. So when I heard there was a film about her I had to go see it.

First the role of Julia Child is played by Meryl Streep. An actress who not just plays a part, she embodies it. I watched this film with my mouth hanging open because Meryl was Julia Child. Just like Jim Carrey WAS Andy Kaufman in "Man on the Moon." I found Meryl performance larger than life, just like Julia. I found myself wanting to know what Julia thought as she walked the food market in France.

Second: Amy Adams is brilliant as Julie Powell who's real life blog can be found here:www.juliepowell.blogspot.come. Go to the link called the "Julie/Julia Project." It's awesome, to read someone my age, juggle cooking, a job, a husband, 3 cats, and still find time to write about it all. Her insight into French cooking makes it fun and I've actually dug up my old copy of "Mastering the Art of French Cooking."

This was a fun film, very cute, and very real. Can't wait for it to come out on DVD so I can own it.

Alvin and the Chipmunks

Ok, I know its a kid film, but truth be told I really enjoyed this film. It was cute, and quirky, and I totally dig the CG animation of the chipmunks. Also doesn't hurt that one of the chipmunks is voiced by one of my favorite actors Matthew Gray Gubler.

What killed me, was the actor who plays Dave is the same actor who plays Earl in "My Name is Earl." I actually preferred him as Dave, as I don't get redneck, backwoods humor.

I'm psyched they're making a sequel. This had me laughing, and cheering for the furry little guys. Plus Simon is my favorite chipmunk by far. Love anyone that is bespeckled. Plus Matthew Gray Gubler is the voice of Simon = Win!