October is the month for scary movies and candy. Hopefully, I indulge more in the former and less in the latter. However, I’m not a huge fan of scary movies. I’ll watch films that are maybe a little eerie, absurd, or fun but I generally avoid slashers and the deeply disturbing. The occasional thriller isn’t bad. Just like movie selections for Christmas, there will always be default choices. At any rate, let’s get on with the list.
If the words “Wax On, Wax Off” don’t mean anything to you then you might be too young for this list. Growing up in the 80’s it was a mantra all kids knew. “Don’t forget to breathe, in through nose, out through mouth.” We all wanted to be Danny LaRusso and we all wanted a Mr. Miyagi to teach us where karate comes from. These movies took me back.
I was in Taekwondo more than 20 years ago and I still remember some of it. I hope to convince my daughter to take some form of self-defense and I might even join her. Despite my age, my knees are much better today than they were when I first took Taekwondo. All of the running I have been doing has made them stronger. Anyway, enough reminiscing, let’s talk about the Karate Kid movies.
Directed by: Shawn Levy
Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman
My Rating:
It’s rare for us to be able to see one movie in the theater but to see two is even more extraordinary. I know this movie has been out for a while and most have probably already seen it. If you have not seen it Deadpool & Wolverine will be available for streaming on-demand October 1st.
As you can tell from my rating, I really enjoyed this movie. I enjoyed just about everything about it. I love the fact that it doesn’t take itself too seriously; I love the action and the comedy; I love the chemistry between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman.
The general plot, without giving away too much, is that Deadpool needs to save his family and friends and there is only one person that can help him do that.
Prior to watching this movie, I would advise that you should probably watch both seasons of Loki. Obviously, the prior two films would be helpful as well as Doctor Strange.
If you have seen the previous two films then you know what to expect. This film is equally as obscene and has just as much gratuitous violence. It is obvious these guys enjoy playing these characters. I think they had just as much fun making this film as I did watching it.
“The screen is a magic medium. It has such power that it can retain interest as it conveys emotions and moods that no other art form can hope to tackle.”
– Stanley Kubrick
I’m late making this post, it’s been a busy September. Initially, I didn’t have a theme when I selected the movies for this month. Then I noticed that of the 5 movies I had originally picked, 4 of them had female leads. Therefore, I dropped Sneakers (which is a good movie, btw) for Salt so I could have a female lead mystery film month. Let’s get started.
I can’t believe it’s already August. The summer goes by so fast but movie selections for July were a “roaring” good time. I decided to start way back in 1993 with the first Jurassic Park movie. All the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies were the selections for July. I mean, who doesn’t like dinosaurs? Make sure you read until the very end because this time I have some final thoughts about this franchise.
There are also some bonus/special event movies this month so be sure to check out that section too.
Directed by: Greg Berlanti
Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Woody Harrelson
My Rating:
It has been a while since I have seen a movie in the theater. The last one is probably Rise of Skywalker (because I must see all the Star Wars in the movie theater … at least once). However, my wife and I had a rare opportunity for a date night movie and we chose Fly Me to the Moon.
This movie is essentially a rom-com during the Apollo 11 launch. It borrows several elements from the infamous Stanley Kubrick faking the moon landing conspiracy. In fact, the basis for the film comes from a mockumentary made in 2002. As far as a rom-com goes, it’s not bad at all.
The chemistry between Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson is pretty good. I enjoyed the Saturn rocket launch sequences on the big screen. Channing Tatum’s timing for delivering a comic response was very well done and, of course, Scarlett Johansson is a joy to look at. They did play the song however it was not Frank who sang it. The person who does sing it is perfect, especially at the point in the movie in which it happens.
This is a movie I would consider seeing again.
“The screen is a magic medium. It has such power that it can retain interest as it conveys emotions and moods that no other art form can hope to tackle.”
– Stanley Kubrick
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