I'm not going to pretend to be a movie critic, but I do like to watch a lot of movies. I don't go to theaters much seeing as the typical age I see there is also the age I teach, so I am a big fan of redbox and catching movies I haven't seen on TV as they come on.
So here are a few recent movies that I've watched, whether they are new or not. If you have Netflix, maybe you can put some of these on your queue. Anyways, these were some of my favorite movies that I’ve watched recently, and a movie that I can’t wait to see. I’m going to keep it short and not ruin the movies for what they are. Enjoy.
Red Dawn (1984)
Okay so David recorded this one and I wasn’t sure what to expect, but hey, look at this picture! All these great 80s actors really made the movie…and you kind of have to take it for what it is.
So I’m totally into World War 3, post-apocalyptic movies, and this fits right in. The United States is invaded and a small town is taken over by the enemy, but not before a group of teens can run away to the mountains to escape and eventually fight those who have killed their families and fellow Americans.
It was entertaining. (Additionally, there has been a new version of this film made and should be released sometime this year.) This is for people like me that like those end of the world movies or anything to do with the 80s or Cold War.
Temple Grandin (2010)
So here are a few recent movies that I've watched, whether they are new or not. If you have Netflix, maybe you can put some of these on your queue. Anyways, these were some of my favorite movies that I’ve watched recently, and a movie that I can’t wait to see. I’m going to keep it short and not ruin the movies for what they are. Enjoy.
Red Dawn (1984)
Okay so David recorded this one and I wasn’t sure what to expect, but hey, look at this picture! All these great 80s actors really made the movie…and you kind of have to take it for what it is.
So I’m totally into World War 3, post-apocalyptic movies, and this fits right in. The United States is invaded and a small town is taken over by the enemy, but not before a group of teens can run away to the mountains to escape and eventually fight those who have killed their families and fellow Americans.
It was entertaining. (Additionally, there has been a new version of this film made and should be released sometime this year.) This is for people like me that like those end of the world movies or anything to do with the 80s or Cold War.
Temple Grandin (2010)
So my father-in-law got this on Netflix and spent an entire weekend trying to get us to watch it. I did not want to. We finally ended up watching it, and it was AMAZING.
This is a movie based on a real woman who has autism and has spent a majority of her life being underestimated. Because of the way her autistic mind works, she was able to completely revolutionize the cattle industry, of all things. What I love about this movie is that she is portrayed as a real person and the way she used her photographic memory to get through everything in her life.
Definitely a must see, especially for those of you who are into psychology, sciences, indy movies, and those who work with people of special needs. Completely made me rethink autism.
Cold Mountain (2003)
Okay, here was another movie I tried to avoid for a long time, mostly because I am not a big fan of Jude Law or Nicole Kidman. But this movie was great and heart-wrenching. And the supporting roles such as Renee Zellweger and Donald Sutherland were entertaining and lovable.
Cold Mountain is a Civil War movie based on a young couple separated by war. Pretty predictable. But refreshingly, it was more of a perspective of a woman dealing with patience and growth and the small town atmosphere that changes during war. So instead of being a war movie it’s a movie about people and how war tears people apart. It was good, and great to watch with your spouse.
A Movie I’m exited about…
Ides of March (October 7, 2011)
Ryan Gosling and George Clooney.
If that’s not enough for you, think modern-day political thriller with a title that is most famously associated with the assassination of Julius Caesar. Which is a pretty intense phrase to use about the race to the presidency. Lots of big names in this movie for sure, and I think there is already Oscar hype on this one. A fight between idealism and realism, which is something I’ve struggled with politically for years. Just watch the trailer and get excited. Watch Trailer Here
In Time (October 28, 2011)
Justin Timberlake and Leonard from Big Bang Theory in a futuristic sci-fi movie in which time really is money. Looks like it'll be one of those ones you walk away from with lots of thoughts about life. Watch Trailer Here
This is a movie based on a real woman who has autism and has spent a majority of her life being underestimated. Because of the way her autistic mind works, she was able to completely revolutionize the cattle industry, of all things. What I love about this movie is that she is portrayed as a real person and the way she used her photographic memory to get through everything in her life.
Definitely a must see, especially for those of you who are into psychology, sciences, indy movies, and those who work with people of special needs. Completely made me rethink autism.
Cold Mountain (2003)
Okay, here was another movie I tried to avoid for a long time, mostly because I am not a big fan of Jude Law or Nicole Kidman. But this movie was great and heart-wrenching. And the supporting roles such as Renee Zellweger and Donald Sutherland were entertaining and lovable.
Cold Mountain is a Civil War movie based on a young couple separated by war. Pretty predictable. But refreshingly, it was more of a perspective of a woman dealing with patience and growth and the small town atmosphere that changes during war. So instead of being a war movie it’s a movie about people and how war tears people apart. It was good, and great to watch with your spouse.
A Movie I’m exited about…
Ides of March (October 7, 2011)
Ryan Gosling and George Clooney.
If that’s not enough for you, think modern-day political thriller with a title that is most famously associated with the assassination of Julius Caesar. Which is a pretty intense phrase to use about the race to the presidency. Lots of big names in this movie for sure, and I think there is already Oscar hype on this one. A fight between idealism and realism, which is something I’ve struggled with politically for years. Just watch the trailer and get excited. Watch Trailer Here
In Time (October 28, 2011)
Justin Timberlake and Leonard from Big Bang Theory in a futuristic sci-fi movie in which time really is money. Looks like it'll be one of those ones you walk away from with lots of thoughts about life. Watch Trailer Here
