Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) Review
A love story . . . Well a love story that went wrong and this makes an interesting story into why Clementine had Joel erased from her mind, prompting him to have the same procedure. Would you erase someone if you could?
The Comic Strip Double Dip Blogathon – Jim Carrey: The Mask and The Riddler
The Comic Strip Double Dip Blogathon has been started up by Bubbawheat over at Flights, Tights & Movie Nights. You can find the original blog post here. Still a few characters to be claimed as well!
Green really must be his colour!
Mr. Popper’s Penguins (2011) Review
A ruthless businessman’s life is turned upside down after his father’s death and he is left penguins in his will. This however helps him win his family back whilst having a difficult time at work.
A Life in Movies
The latest blogathon event around the film-blogging world is ‘A Life in Movies’ this quite simply means I have picked a film from each since I was born. That year being 1987. The approach I have taken to this post is to document the films which have meant something to me. Mainly from that time (although the first couple of years will be that I watched them when old enough to remember).
I always enjoy doing blog posts like this one as it always lets you take a trip down memory lane when it comes to certain films. Also the thought of then posting them the same day as many other blogs and then having the chance to compare and see if they have chosen any of the same films in their list as well.
Most of the films in my list consist of my most watched films ever. Mainly because of over watching as a child and not being able to pass the film over if it is on TV now. So here goes my life in movies . . .
Top 10 – Christmas Movies
As it is Christmas Eve today, I thought the best way to celebrate Christmas on the blog would be to do my top 10 Christmas Movies. The one’s I have grew up watching (and loving) and even more recent films will appear too. As over the past few years some very good Christmas films have been released. The best thing about Christmas films is that you are really restricted to watching them in Decemeber. I mean if you really want to you could watch them in July . . . but that’s just not the same at all! So quite a few films in my collection are only watched at this time of year.
What makes a good Christmas movie then? Well I would say it has to be a very Christmasy message usually involving or revolving around family. Most of the better ones also have the Santa factor too!
Batman 3 – Return of the Riddler?
The third installment of Christopher Nolan’s Batman franchise really is going to have a massive following and build up after the success of Batman Begins and then The Dark Knight in recreating the Batman series the third installment which is currently slated for a 2012 release, has been creating press since The Dark Knight’s credits rolled. Heath Ledger’s death which occurred before the release of The Dark Knight, the ending which had us wondering The Joker’s fate, yet we knew we would never see the character in that form again. A sad moment for so many reasons, Ledger’s Joker gained an Oscar and so much critical acclaim and was definitely one of performances of the decade if not all time. This has then all raised the very good question of which villain shall be making an appearance in this third film in the series. Apparently the answer to that question is THE RIDDLER.
The Riddler was last seen in Batman Forever portrayed by Jim Carrey, in a fun crazy way. Very light and comic book like, seemed as though he came straight from the pages of the comics these films are based on. I can’t deny that I have always loved Jim Carrey’s Riddler for the age I was when Batman Forever was released and class that film as a very guilty pleasure now. But we have already witness that Nolan’s Batman films aren’t like anything we have ever seen before, they are darker and not going for obvious laughs in a fun way. They are more serious and after what he did with The Joker, we can only begin to imagine how sinister and evil he could make The Riddler.
Desert Island DVDs
Whilst trying to decide which films to include, I decided the biggest factor had to be if your able to watch it over and over again. I mean your only going to have 8 DVDs to chose from. Pointless having DVDs in there if you could not watch them over and over.
In putting together my list they had to have a good story, acting and interesting characters who you could either relate to or are very likeable.
My initial idea was to narrow it down towards the 8 films by separating the films into different genres. Then attempting to have at least one from each genre, giving a wider variety of film choice. But I am not entirely sure that actually happened when I look at my finished list.
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
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Thought provoking and complex with a very interesting concept.
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Brilliant performances from Kate Winslet and Jim Carrey
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Has to be watched many times for you to really notice a lot of things in it.
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Makes you wonder if you would erase someone
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Confuses you so much throughout
American Beauty
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“Look Closer . . . ” – tagline really explains it all, that you must look closer as life isn’t always what it first appears.
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You must look closer at everything.
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Brilliant performances from all members of the cast, who work so well together.
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How midlife crisis can go
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You will never look at a plastic bag blowing in the wind in the same way again!
The Sound of Music
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Feel good film you can sing along to and enjoy at any ages.
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The love story, between Maria and the Captain.
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This is the film I watch when I feel a little down or ill, as it makes me smile.
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Julie Andrews being just amazing
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Heartwarming
The Dark Knight
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Amazing performances and storyline
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I saw it 3 times at the cinema (holding the record for most cinema viewings for a film)
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The Joker & Batman
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Thought provoking in the sense of terrorism
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Amazing Batman installment
Million Dollar Baby
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I tried to resist all temptation of including my favorite film in this list, but the pressure got to me and I decided to include it.
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Amazing performances and a storyline which really got to me.
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The score by Clint Eastwood is just brilliant
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The trio of Swank/Eastwood/Freeman
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Best Picture Oscar winner
As Good As It Gets
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Jack Nicholson at his very best in a best actor winning role.
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Such a funny film with sarcastic and very witty humour used.
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Helen Hunt in an Oscar-winning role
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The dog - amazing in so many ways
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The amazing lines Nicholson delivers
Beaches
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The ultimate tale of friendship lasting and how you get past disagreements and heartache.
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Tear-jerking
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“Wind Beneath My Wings”
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Bette Midler putting in a believable and brilliant performance
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Totally heart-breaking
Rocky Horror Picture Show
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Yes I am very much part of the Rocky Horror fan club
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This has to be one of the ultimate cult films.
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Launched the Time Warp
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Brilliance of Tim Curry in Drag
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“Give yourself over to absolute pleasure”
Best Films of the Decade 2000’s – 30-21
Third part of the countdown of my top 50 films of the decade . . .
Weekly Review 4
Onto another weeks review!
Reviews
How To Lose Friends and Alienate People (2008)
The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009)
Other
Bloggers
Katie at the Stories That Really Mattered posted about Jim Carrey being an underrated actor
MadHatter at Dark of the Matinee made an interesting post about Movie Snobs
A Christmas Carol (2009) Review
Charles Dicken’s classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge is given an animated Disney look, and if you so wish 3D (2D is still available). I just had to go for the 3D option in an attempt to try to make my mind up whether I like it better or not. Scrooge is taken on a journey of redemption by three ghosts, the ghost of Christmas past, present and future. Going back looking at his life as it was, how it is today and how it will not be for very much longer. But can he be convinced to change his ways?
A Christmas Carol (2009) Pictures
Well I am off to see A Christmas Carol in 3D today, so decided to post some pictures from the film. Expect to see my review at least by tonight!
3D Movies
3D seems to very much be the in thing at the movies at the moment. 2010 is scheduled to be jam-packed with plenty of 3D action, and still a few more to come over the rest couple of months in 2009.
Just had “The Final Destination” which was the first 3D movie I have seen at the cinema. The only reason I went to see it was because it was in 3D to be completely honest. I wonder how many more people took this approach?
In the UK we still have a film I am very much looking forward to opening next month “Up”. A new Pixar/Disney film, so it is very much on my really want to see list.
Also this Friday we have the release of the original “Toy Story” in 3D which is going to be just fantastic. As I already love it and it can only get better in 3D. Toy Story 2 is also due for release.
Then as a special Christmas treat we have Disney’s Christmas Carol, which I think just looks fantastic. Got to love Jim Carrey even if it is just his voice.
Also around Christmas time we have “Avatar” which does look very cool, as I saw the trailer for it in 3D while seeing The Final Destination. So for the rest of this year we do have a few 3D movies to really look forward too.
2010
So far for next year we have seven 3D films to look forward too. Beauty and the Beast in 3D, Alice in Wonderland (which I have to admit that I had no idea would be in 3d, but I am now more excited for this film), Shrek Forever After, How To Train Your Dragon, Hubble, Tron Legacy and Toy Story 3.
I think for 2010, I am most looking forward to Toy Story 3 and Alice in Wonderland.
What are everyone’s thoughts on 3D movies?
A Christmas Carol (2009) Poster 2
Just come across another poster for Jim Carrey’s up and coming Christmas release of “A Christmas Carol” with Big Ben in the background. I so cannot wait for this film, it looks sooooo good.
I Love You Phillip Morris (2009) Poster
I am a massive Jim Carrey fan, and his grin on this picture just makes me want to see it soooooo much !!!
News: Penn Takes A Break From Movies
Hopefully this will not be for too long !!!
Sean Penn is taking a break from his movie career – the Oscar winner has pulled out of his next two film projects.
The star has quit his upcoming role in action picture Cartel and scrapped plans to work alongside Benicio Del Toro and Jim Carrey in The Three Stooges.
Penn, who recently reconciled with wife Robin Wright Penn after their second split in 18 months, is rumoured to be taking time out to spend more time with his partner and their two teenage children.
The actor’s publicist Mara Buxbaum confirmed the news to E! Online, “We indeed informed both productions that Sean was not available now. If for whatever reason the start dates on these productions were to be postponed, Sean would happily remain involved.”
MTV Movie Awards 2009 – Comedic Performance – Jim Carrey
YAY for Jim. I have always been a massive fan of his, and I am glad he won this award. I cannot really comment too much on the other nominees as I have not seen many of those performances.
While “Yes Man” was not the best it was very funny with a nice message attached to it. Kinda reminded me of “Click”.
News: Stiller To Take Away MTV’s Generation Award
I think this is quite cool for Ben. MTV awards are different to any others as the fans vote for them.
Ben Stiller will take home the MTV Movie Awards’ highest accolade at this year’s ceremony – he will receive the Generation Award for his laughter-packed Hollywood career.
The Meet The Parents funnyman has been named as the recipient of the honour in recognition of giving cinema-goers some of the funniest characters of the last decade, including Zoolander, Gaylord Focker and Tugg Speedman.
Stiller kicked off his career with his own MTV series in the early 1990s, which was subsequently cancelled after one season.
But the actor remembers his time at the channel fondly, even joking he romanced veteran MTV presenter J.J. Jackson.
He says, “I am honoured to be getting the Generation Award. I was given my first show at MTV and also cancelled for the first time. I also was secretly having an affair with J.J. Jackson, so it brings back pleasant memories.”
Stiller joins a stellar list of previous winners of the Generation Award, including Tom Cruise, Jim Carrey, Adam Sandler and Mike Myers.
The Golden Popcorn prizes, nominated and voted for by MTV viewers, will be handed out in Los Angeles on 31 May.
News: Carrey Brings Snow To Cannes
I think this is so cute 
Jim Carrey brought Christmas to the French Riviera on Monday after transforming the Cannes Film Festival into a winter wonderland to promote his new movie A Christmas Carol.
The funnyman arrived at a yuletide-themed photo call in a horse-drawn carriage before frolicking in the fake powder at the sun-drenched Carlton Hotel beside the Mediterranean Sea.
Carrey, who plays Ebenezer Scrooge in the Disney film, even scooped clumps of the pretend flakes into snowballs, which he pelted at castmates Colin Firth and Robin Wright Penn.
Studio bosses have launched a seven-month promotional campaign for the 3D remake, which will even feature a train tour across the U.S. leading up to the film’s November release.
A Christmas Carol (2009) Poster
This is the new poster for the new Jim Carrey version of A Christmas Carol, which is coming out in November.
News: Foster To Direct Carrey?
For some reason I really like the sound of this . . . random I know.
Funnyman Jim Carrey could soon be taking orders from Jodie Foster – the actress is in talks to direct his new film The Beaver.
The movie, written by Kyle Killen, is about a man who becomes reliant on his beaver hand puppet for company.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Steve Carrell, who was previously linked to the leading role, looks set to be replaced by Carrey and Foster is in negotiations to helm the project.
Movie Picture of the Day 8
Just for comedy value. One of my favorite actors, from my favorite superhero franchise. The Riddler . . . in Batman Forever.
Yes Man (2008) Review
Jim Carey is back to comedy and back to his best. No-one else could have done this role in the same manner as Jim Carrey. He really is just fantastic at comedy.
