It’s Just A Movie

If you are wondering about who leads the Box Office chart this week, here is your answer: Rush Hour 3. Yes, yes, once again, a threequel seems to be the best movie of the week. And if we think that the movie was just released on the 10th of August, it seems that it achieved the ultimate target, as in the number one position, quite fast. With a $50 million gross, Rush Hour 3 overcame yet another famous threequel, The Bourne Ultimatum, which was the leader last weekend.

Let’s see what the plot presents: “In the heart of Paris lies a deadly threat. And there is only one hope.” Sounds serious and deep, but the fact is that Rush Hour 3 is light and silly, with a goofy intrigue - but hey, all these might sound like real entertainment to you.

If you are not familiar with the previous movies, then you need to know who is playing, at least: Chris Tucker and of, course, Jackie Chan - who, by the way, looks quite the same as he did like 20 years and 30 movies ago. And as you might have guessed, the duo splits the duties quite efficiently: Tucker’s got the jokes and the clunky appeal and Chan provides the kicks and the action. But the difference is that, compared to the previous “rushed hours”, we get a little more comedy and a little less action.

So, the conclusion is, just as the tagline says it, “Carter and Lee are back” - and they are actually on top of the movie chart, so enjoy!

Are you looking for a comedy this weekend? Or, better said, are you interested to know what comedy you should… well, pass? Basically, if you are looking for an easy, superficial and silly little comedy, you found it and it is called I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry. But in case you want something with a little depth and meaning, then our advice is to skip this one.

Let’s see: it’s a movie with Adam Chandler, so what could that mean? Well, it can make you laugh, in case you enjoy old pranks and situational humor. You can find stereotypes, as many as you please. And silly jokes, probably more than you please. Let’s see, what else? Oh, yes, here is the summarized story: two straight men get married. And to add a few facts, they are best friends and they have quite a hard time pretending and adjusting to their new status. So, straight men getting married - this is a new one, right? Even if the so called plot might sound new and original, the fact is that it evolves around the same old jokes that you probably saw in a dozen other little light comedies.

So, is there any positive thing to say about I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry? Oh, well, maybe you could also notice some tolerance and acceptance messages in the movie, but that is only if you manage to look very, very deep - since, basically, the movie is full of patronizing a variety of groups. But if you are ok with all these, enjoy this week’s silly comedy!

If you are wondering about what quality movies you can find on DVD, here is a quick tip: Little Miss Sunshine. But don’t check this one out if you think Date Movie was the coolest movie of the year. This one is serious and well, it has the statues to prove it, namely the Oscars for the Best Original Screenplay and for the Best Supporting Actor. So, if you missed it in the theatres, you have the chance to watch one of the best movies of the previous year sitting comfortably at home.

You can call it a human comedy; you can call it a drama. So yes, you might laugh or cry. Or both. At the same time. Nevertheless, you cal say it is one of those movies that are basically built on life lessons. But well, Little Miss Sunshine manages to tell these life stories in a very charming, deep and naturalist form. You won’t find any exaggerated drama here, you won’t see any clichés and you won’t be the witness of pointless scenes, with pointless words and absurd situations. And even if you still you feel like you are witnessing such, it is because, well, the movie basically keeps it real and life-like.

The story basically follows a family - which makes everyone’s real family seem normal - on their way to a beauty pageant for little girls. And the characters manage to do such a great job, that you could easily associate them with your family members or friends and suffer or laugh along with them. So, if all these sound stimulating, get your DVD and enjoy this captivating and deep comedy / drama that presents, just as they say, “A Family in the Verge of a Breakdown”.

This summer, the animated films seem to gather many people in the movie theatres. And the best example is Ratatouille, which had a weekend gross of over $47 millions. And guess what? The movie might appeal to you, even if you are over 14 years old. Here is why!

First of all, the visuals are great. It seems that with every animated movie that appears in the theatres, they are getting better and more captivating. Plus, the voices do a great job. But you might be interested to find out more about the plot. The story is about a rat who wants to become a famous chef. Eww, you might say. But the thing is that our rat proves that he is actually good at it. Basically, he becomes the partner of a boy working at a fancy Parisian restaurant. With the help of the advices from Remy, the rat, the two manage to surprise the world with their delicious culinary treats. That is until their secret is in danger to be revealed.

Not used to watching stories about rats with high dreams and desires? Well, it is about time you watch one, especially since we are not talking about an ordinary story, but about the movie who managed to get on top of the Box Office this week. And this fact shows that, even though it is an animated film, the kids are not the only ones who love it, so enjoy!

Looking for a DVD with one of the latest action movies? Then look no further than Hot Fuzz. You don’t even have to be a fan of the genre to like it. What genre, you ask? Well, a sort of mixture between action and comedy, plus some thriller flavor.

Here is the story: we have got a London-based super skilled officer, who is, basically, too good at what he is doing and, therefore, he is embarrassing his coworkers. And as a result, he is sent to a “picture perfect” village, where no crime ever occurs. Right. But if this would be it, then the movie would end at minute number 20. So, as skilled and as sharp as he is, he discovers that the village and its people are somewhere at the opposite of the apparent perfection.

A wide palette of jokes - and some of them quite inspired - a bit of intentional silliness and an extra bit of parody: this might be the most accurate stylistic description of the Hot Fuzz genre. Something not as perfect and positive about the movie? Well, there might be a bit too much “bum bum” at the end - or shooting scenes, to be more exact - but other than that, a great combination of humor and action.

You might be inclined to skeptically think: “Hmm, British humor?” But the thing is that Hot Fuzz’s script manages to be sharp, clever and commercial at the same time. That, plus the quality acting makes the movie a genuine comedy for all tastes. Enjoy!