Latest Movie Reviews
Capitalism: A love Story
Post by: Tue, 20 October 2009
Mostly one-sided, but with lots of painful social truths and dark humor, Michael Moore’s “Capitalism: A Love Story” takes us to the origin of the economical and cultural problems related to American’s capitalism (with a little bit of his own personal experiences). He blames greed, big corporations and politicians who just care about themselves. The documentary is entertaining, educational but he fails to explore other factors like the secrecy of The Federal Reserve Bank and “the live for the moment” middle-class America. Permission granted.
Post by: Tue, 20 October 2009
Mostly one-sided, but with lots of painful social truths and dark humor, Michael Moore’s “Capitalism: A Love Story” takes us to the origin of the economical and cultural problems related to American’s capitalism (with a little bit of his own personal experiences). He blames greed, big corporations and politicians who just care about themselves. The documentary is entertaining, educational but he fails to explore other factors like the secrecy of The Federal Reserve Bank and “the live for the moment” middle-class America. Permission granted.
Zombieland
Post by: Tue, 20 October 2009
Watch out for the zombies and don’t forget the rules to survive! Zombieland is not just one of the most entertaining zombie-movie in a long time; it is one of the best films we’ve seen this year—this is not just another zombie movie. What works in this horror-comedy combo? We enjoy the chemistry between the characters, their shortcomings and the will to still have a good time. Permission granted.
Post by: Tue, 20 October 2009
Watch out for the zombies and don’t forget the rules to survive! Zombieland is not just one of the most entertaining zombie-movie in a long time; it is one of the best films we’ve seen this year—this is not just another zombie movie. What works in this horror-comedy combo? We enjoy the chemistry between the characters, their shortcomings and the will to still have a good time. Permission granted.
Whiteout
Post by: Tue, 20 October 2009
Cloudy with the Chance of Meatballs might not win an Oscar for animation, but this family animated film (based on a children’s book) does have lots of adventure and smiles. We highly recommend it.
Post by: Tue, 20 October 2009
Cloudy with the Chance of Meatballs might not win an Oscar for animation, but this family animated film (based on a children’s book) does have lots of adventure and smiles. We highly recommend it.
Whiteout
Post by: Tue, 29 September 2009
“Whiteout” is definitely one of the worst movies we’ve seen this year; there is no suspense and even the trailer is misleading (there is no ‘supernatural’ being haunting anybody); it is more of a cop drama. We were expecting something like “The Thing” but we got something like “What the hell is this thing”? The best thing in the film: Kate Beckinsale taking a shower.
Post by: Tue, 29 September 2009
“Whiteout” is definitely one of the worst movies we’ve seen this year; there is no suspense and even the trailer is misleading (there is no ‘supernatural’ being haunting anybody); it is more of a cop drama. We were expecting something like “The Thing” but we got something like “What the hell is this thing”? The best thing in the film: Kate Beckinsale taking a shower.
Sorority Row
Post by: Tue, 29 September 2009
“Sorority Row” is not the worst slasher film of the year; actually it keeps you guessing and has some fun moments. It is brainless entertainment but not only we get many beautiful girls talking dirty and fighting each other, we get to see a “middle age” princess Leila (Carrie Fisher) who gets medieval on the killer with a shotgun!
Post by: Tue, 29 September 2009
“Sorority Row” is not the worst slasher film of the year; actually it keeps you guessing and has some fun moments. It is brainless entertainment but not only we get many beautiful girls talking dirty and fighting each other, we get to see a “middle age” princess Leila (Carrie Fisher) who gets medieval on the killer with a shotgun!
The Final Destination
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
This is not just any destination; this is The Final Destination and in 3D! Nothing but another straight-to-video-like sequel of the tiresome horror franchise where people see their deaths before it happens, but it doesn’t end there because you cannot cheat death—it will get you anyways! We truly believe this franchise is destined to die and this time for good. Enter at your own risk.
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
This is not just any destination; this is The Final Destination and in 3D! Nothing but another straight-to-video-like sequel of the tiresome horror franchise where people see their deaths before it happens, but it doesn’t end there because you cannot cheat death—it will get you anyways! We truly believe this franchise is destined to die and this time for good. Enter at your own risk.
Inglourious Basterds
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
After the Grindhouse flop, Quentin Tarantino makes a comeback with his new film Inglourious Basterds. The film takes place during World War II where a group of allies called “The Basterds” are in Nazi-occupied France to kill Nazis. Well acted, character development, suspense, and with a lot of satire, “The Basterds” will keep you entertain despite its running time.
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
After the Grindhouse flop, Quentin Tarantino makes a comeback with his new film Inglourious Basterds. The film takes place during World War II where a group of allies called “The Basterds” are in Nazi-occupied France to kill Nazis. Well acted, character development, suspense, and with a lot of satire, “The Basterds” will keep you entertain despite its running time.
District 9
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
Sci-fi sensation District 9 is not just powerful and exciting; it has a message for all humanity. Directed by Neill Blomkamp and produced by no other than Peter Jackson, the documentary-like film tells the story of an extraterrestrial race who live as refugees in Johannesburg, South Africa. Don’t miss it!
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
Sci-fi sensation District 9 is not just powerful and exciting; it has a message for all humanity. Directed by Neill Blomkamp and produced by no other than Peter Jackson, the documentary-like film tells the story of an extraterrestrial race who live as refugees in Johannesburg, South Africa. Don’t miss it!
Halloween 2
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
We understand that Director Rob Zombie is trying to be “artistic” and even “surreal” in his new reinventing of Halloween 2, but perhaps he is trying a little bit too hard. This new sequel feels more stylish yet no substance about the bogyman; a complete 180 from his 2007 first film. Cinemaguys.com enjoys his music but maybe he should stop directing Halloween movies.
Post by: Fri, 11 September 2009
We understand that Director Rob Zombie is trying to be “artistic” and even “surreal” in his new reinventing of Halloween 2, but perhaps he is trying a little bit too hard. This new sequel feels more stylish yet no substance about the bogyman; a complete 180 from his 2007 first film. Cinemaguys.com enjoys his music but maybe he should stop directing Halloween movies.
Julie & Julia
Post by: Sat, 22 August 2009
Meryl Streep is probably the best actress of your generation. She gives us another great performance in the film “Julie & Julia”; a based on a true story movie about the famous cook Julia Child and a blogger called Julie Powell (played by Amy Adams). We love the performances, the humor and the drama. Permission granted.
Post by: Sat, 22 August 2009
Meryl Streep is probably the best actress of your generation. She gives us another great performance in the film “Julie & Julia”; a based on a true story movie about the famous cook Julia Child and a blogger called Julie Powell (played by Amy Adams). We love the performances, the humor and the drama. Permission granted.
G.I Joe: The Rise of the Cobra
Post by: Sat, 22 August 2009
“G.I Joe: The Rise of the Cobra” is trying to “cash in” for the success of other 80s cartoons like “Transformers”, but unfortunately it backfired big time. It reaches a new level of campiness!
Post by: Sat, 22 August 2009
“G.I Joe: The Rise of the Cobra” is trying to “cash in” for the success of other 80s cartoons like “Transformers”, but unfortunately it backfired big time. It reaches a new level of campiness!
Funny People
Post by: Sat, 22 August 2009
“Funny People” might not win any Oscars, but it is clear that the film has strong performances, raunchy jokes and an inspirational message. The only problem we found: the film is way too long. We still say “permission granted” all the way.
Post by: Sat, 22 August 2009
“Funny People” might not win any Oscars, but it is clear that the film has strong performances, raunchy jokes and an inspirational message. The only problem we found: the film is way too long. We still say “permission granted” all the way.
The Orphan
Post by: Sun, 02 August 2009
From Russian with love comes another creepy child that will terrorize a typical Connecticut family in “The Orphan”. In this “thriller” (that actually plays more like a drama at first) nothing is what it seems until the revelation. Unfortunately the obvious flaws are the dragging moments, sloppy editing and disturbing (in a very sexual way) moments. Despite all that, the film does entertain a bit, but in a very weird way so proceed with caution.
Post by: Sun, 02 August 2009
From Russian with love comes another creepy child that will terrorize a typical Connecticut family in “The Orphan”. In this “thriller” (that actually plays more like a drama at first) nothing is what it seems until the revelation. Unfortunately the obvious flaws are the dragging moments, sloppy editing and disturbing (in a very sexual way) moments. Despite all that, the film does entertain a bit, but in a very weird way so proceed with caution.
Public Enemies
Post by: Sun, 02 August 2009
Public Enemies is another masterpiece by filmmaker Michael Mann. After the mediocre 2006 “Miami Vice”, the greatest cop-drama director on this earth has redeemed himself to give us another classic similar to “Heat”. We both say permission granted.
Post by: Sun, 02 August 2009
Public Enemies is another masterpiece by filmmaker Michael Mann. After the mediocre 2006 “Miami Vice”, the greatest cop-drama director on this earth has redeemed himself to give us another classic similar to “Heat”. We both say permission granted.
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Post by: Sun, 02 August 2009
Here is another franchise that refuses to die (fortunately we are running out of books) but keeps bringing the nerds to the theaters. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince seems more like an intro to the big finale coming up next year with some background info on Lord Voldemort. The film Rembrandt-style photography looks amazing, the sets seem real and the maturity of the main characters is definitely the highlight.
Post by: Sun, 02 August 2009
Here is another franchise that refuses to die (fortunately we are running out of books) but keeps bringing the nerds to the theaters. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince seems more like an intro to the big finale coming up next year with some background info on Lord Voldemort. The film Rembrandt-style photography looks amazing, the sets seem real and the maturity of the main characters is definitely the highlight.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
Post by: Sat, 04 July 2009
Michael Bay has gone insane this time. If you thought he couldn’t get any worse, you were wrong. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is so wild, incoherent, intrusive and insulting that nothing can prepare you for it—unless you are a teenager who plays war games with your Xbox. But no matter what we say, the film will do very well worldwide.
Post by: Sat, 04 July 2009
Michael Bay has gone insane this time. If you thought he couldn’t get any worse, you were wrong. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is so wild, incoherent, intrusive and insulting that nothing can prepare you for it—unless you are a teenager who plays war games with your Xbox. But no matter what we say, the film will do very well worldwide.
The Proposal
Post by: Sat, 27 June 2009
Once in a blue moon Cinemaguys.com enjoys a good chick flick, especially when Sandra Bullock is in it. First it was the Lake House (she looked lovely and the romance was off the charts) and now it is The Proposal. For the guys out there, if you want your girl to fall in love all over again with you, take her to see this movie. It is permission granted.
Post by: Sat, 27 June 2009
Once in a blue moon Cinemaguys.com enjoys a good chick flick, especially when Sandra Bullock is in it. First it was the Lake House (she looked lovely and the romance was off the charts) and now it is The Proposal. For the guys out there, if you want your girl to fall in love all over again with you, take her to see this movie. It is permission granted.
Year One
Post by: Sat, 27 June 2009
We liked Jack Black back in School of Rock where he played a teacher—we still believe that was his best role. Unfortunately we cannot say the same for this abomination called Year One. The film has no plot and no jokes to speak of, no chemistry or any sense of adventure. Cinemaguys.com is warning you not to spend your ten dollars. Please save it for a DVD rental.
Post by: Sat, 27 June 2009
We liked Jack Black back in School of Rock where he played a teacher—we still believe that was his best role. Unfortunately we cannot say the same for this abomination called Year One. The film has no plot and no jokes to speak of, no chemistry or any sense of adventure. Cinemaguys.com is warning you not to spend your ten dollars. Please save it for a DVD rental.
The Taking of Pelham 123
Post by: Sat, 27 June 2009
Directed by the caffeinated filmmaker Tony Scott, The Taking of Pelham 123 takes us to New York City where a group of evildoers (with Travolta as the leader) take a subway train. Jon Travolta is really the star of this action/drama; we enjoy his acting the most—especially his sense of humor.
Post by: Sat, 27 June 2009
Directed by the caffeinated filmmaker Tony Scott, The Taking of Pelham 123 takes us to New York City where a group of evildoers (with Travolta as the leader) take a subway train. Jon Travolta is really the star of this action/drama; we enjoy his acting the most—especially his sense of humor.
Up
Post by: Mon, 21 June 2009
Just when you think DreamWorks animation is catching up with Pixar, the latter comes with a film that might actually win an Oscar for this 2009. Up is by far, one of the best animated films of the year. It does not reach the greatness of Monsters inc. or Wall-e, but it gives enough entertainment with lovely characters and great visuals.
Post by: Mon, 21 June 2009
Just when you think DreamWorks animation is catching up with Pixar, the latter comes with a film that might actually win an Oscar for this 2009. Up is by far, one of the best animated films of the year. It does not reach the greatness of Monsters inc. or Wall-e, but it gives enough entertainment with lovely characters and great visuals.
Drag Me To Hell
Post by: Mon, 21 June 2009
After dealing with literally dozens of bad horror films in the last ten years, we finally watched a film that is worth experiencing. Drag Me to Hell stands out from the rest by being loud, offensive and unpredictable. Director Sam Raimi (Spider-man) borrows heavily from the classics and makes it all work. Imagine a crossbreed between The Exorcist and the 1963 The Haunting. Permission granted if you dare!
Post by: Mon, 21 June 2009
After dealing with literally dozens of bad horror films in the last ten years, we finally watched a film that is worth experiencing. Drag Me to Hell stands out from the rest by being loud, offensive and unpredictable. Director Sam Raimi (Spider-man) borrows heavily from the classics and makes it all work. Imagine a crossbreed between The Exorcist and the 1963 The Haunting. Permission granted if you dare!
Terminator Salvation
Post by: Mon, 21 May 2009
Terminator Salvation will not win any Oscars or any other mayor award this year. This “Arnold-less” apocalyptic sequel did not live up to the hype despite the infamous Bale’s incident or its PG-13 rating. Technically the film looks decent (with a new duotone filter to it), the special effects are not breathtaking but the action sequences are fun to watch. Permission Granted.
Post by: Mon, 21 May 2009
Terminator Salvation will not win any Oscars or any other mayor award this year. This “Arnold-less” apocalyptic sequel did not live up to the hype despite the infamous Bale’s incident or its PG-13 rating. Technically the film looks decent (with a new duotone filter to it), the special effects are not breathtaking but the action sequences are fun to watch. Permission Granted.
Angels and Demons
Post by: Mon, 21 June 2009
Less controversial than the first installment, Angels and Demons is a harmless and often, unintentional funny film—there is no reason to be offended here. If you’re a Christian, how can you get offended by the silliness of the sci-fi plot? We are not going to write it down here but it’s all in the podcast.
Post by: Mon, 21 June 2009
Less controversial than the first installment, Angels and Demons is a harmless and often, unintentional funny film—there is no reason to be offended here. If you’re a Christian, how can you get offended by the silliness of the sci-fi plot? We are not going to write it down here but it’s all in the podcast.
Star Trek
Post by: Tue, 19 May 2009
J.J Abrams has given the beloved series a fresh start. Star Trek has great visuals, exciting characters and most importantly, it brings the best of the Star Trek tradition.
Post by: Tue, 19 May 2009
J.J Abrams has given the beloved series a fresh start. Star Trek has great visuals, exciting characters and most importantly, it brings the best of the Star Trek tradition.
X-Men Origin: Wolverine
Post by: Tue, 05 May 2009
X-Men Origin: Wolverine does have a good prequel story, the Jackman charisma and decent action sequences. Unfortunately some of the “made for TV” special effects and some boring “mutants” take away the fun. We have a split decision here.
Post by: Tue, 05 May 2009
X-Men Origin: Wolverine does have a good prequel story, the Jackman charisma and decent action sequences. Unfortunately some of the “made for TV” special effects and some boring “mutants” take away the fun. We have a split decision here.
Earth
Post by: Tue, 05 May 2009
The “global warming” and “save the planet” crowd will probably cry (or get all worked up) by watching this documentary film about our blue planet. Earth follows the story of the interesting animals that struggle to survive. We enjoyed the film, but please don’t mind our political views.
Post by: Tue, 05 May 2009
The “global warming” and “save the planet” crowd will probably cry (or get all worked up) by watching this documentary film about our blue planet. Earth follows the story of the interesting animals that struggle to survive. We enjoyed the film, but please don’t mind our political views.
State of Play
Post by: Tue, 21 Apr 2009
Why did we miss Miss USA that Sunday? We should have watched it instead of this atrocity of film. Critics praised it, we really hated it? State of Play was more of “State of Bored” What do you think?
Post by: Tue, 21 Apr 2009
Why did we miss Miss USA that Sunday? We should have watched it instead of this atrocity of film. Critics praised it, we really hated it? State of Play was more of “State of Bored” What do you think?
Crank: High Voltage
Post by: Tue, 21 Apr 2009
Far more hysterical and insulting that the first film, Crank: High Voltage will probably please fans of Chev Chelios (this time, he is looking for his heart who some old Chinese guy stole it). There are some great comical moments in this “race against the clock” film, but the whole thing feels more like a bad acid dream.
Post by: Tue, 21 Apr 2009
Far more hysterical and insulting that the first film, Crank: High Voltage will probably please fans of Chev Chelios (this time, he is looking for his heart who some old Chinese guy stole it). There are some great comical moments in this “race against the clock” film, but the whole thing feels more like a bad acid dream.
Dragonball Evolution
Post by: Tue, 14 Apr 2009
Dragonball Evolution did not impress anybody this weekend—it only made 5 million and critics did not like it. This cartoon adaptation is really meant for kids, but Greg C Unleashed says “permission granted”.
Post by: Tue, 14 Apr 2009
Dragonball Evolution did not impress anybody this weekend—it only made 5 million and critics did not like it. This cartoon adaptation is really meant for kids, but Greg C Unleashed says “permission granted”.
Monsters vs. Aliens
Post by: Sat, 11 Apr 2009
Once again DreamWorks Animation has created one of the best animated films in recent years. “Monsters vs. Aliens” not only is an accomplishment in the 3D department, but also the story and humor will keep you entertain until the end. Permission granted.
Post by: Sat, 11 Apr 2009
Once again DreamWorks Animation has created one of the best animated films in recent years. “Monsters vs. Aliens” not only is an accomplishment in the 3D department, but also the story and humor will keep you entertain until the end. Permission granted.
Fast & Furious Podcast
Post by: Fri, 10 Apr 2009
Faithful to the original, “Fast & Furious” is a new sequel from the racing series that really surprised us. Bashed by many critics but not by Cinemaguys, we enjoyed the fast cars, street racing, girls and the undercover theme which are elements of the “The Fast and Furious” tradition.
Post by: Fri, 10 Apr 2009
Faithful to the original, “Fast & Furious” is a new sequel from the racing series that really surprised us. Bashed by many critics but not by Cinemaguys, we enjoyed the fast cars, street racing, girls and the undercover theme which are elements of the “The Fast and Furious” tradition.
The Haunting in Connecticut Podcast
Post by: Tue, 04 Apr 2009
Despite the cheap thrills, The Haunting in Connecticut does have good moments especially at the end. Based on a true story (if you can believe that), the film is about a dysfunctional family that need to get out of the house they are renting a.s.a.p. before the ghosts get them.
Post by: Tue, 04 Apr 2009
Despite the cheap thrills, The Haunting in Connecticut does have good moments especially at the end. Based on a true story (if you can believe that), the film is about a dysfunctional family that need to get out of the house they are renting a.s.a.p. before the ghosts get them.
I Love You Man Podcast
Post by: Tue, 31 Mar 2009
The laughs are present, the actors have chemistry and the situational jokes do work in this new comedy. But some of the sexual language (especially at the beginning of the film) and the cliché ending might seem all too familiar—in other words “proceed with caution”.
Post by: Tue, 31 Mar 2009
The laughs are present, the actors have chemistry and the situational jokes do work in this new comedy. But some of the sexual language (especially at the beginning of the film) and the cliché ending might seem all too familiar—in other words “proceed with caution”.
Knowing Podcast
Post by: Thu, 26 Mar 2009
This is your conventional “over the top” Nicholas Cage film. “Knowing” is full of overdramatic performances, mysticism and global revelations (The Wicker man meets Cocoon). “Dark City” director Alex Proyas creates the compelling atmosphere, but the bad “copy and paste” writing job ruins the film at the end.
Post by: Thu, 26 Mar 2009
This is your conventional “over the top” Nicholas Cage film. “Knowing” is full of overdramatic performances, mysticism and global revelations (The Wicker man meets Cocoon). “Dark City” director Alex Proyas creates the compelling atmosphere, but the bad “copy and paste” writing job ruins the film at the end.
Race to Witch Mountain Podcast
Post by: Thu, 19 Mar 2009
Race to Witch Mountain is your conventional Disney sci-fi family film involving two young aliens and a muscle man cab driver who teamed up to save the world. A tiresome “race against the clock” story with very little charisma and mediocre special effects, but not everything is lost in the film; there is some comic relief in it.
Post by: Thu, 19 Mar 2009
Race to Witch Mountain is your conventional Disney sci-fi family film involving two young aliens and a muscle man cab driver who teamed up to save the world. A tiresome “race against the clock” story with very little charisma and mediocre special effects, but not everything is lost in the film; there is some comic relief in it.
The Last House on the Left Podcast
Post by: Tue, 17 Mar 2009
Despite the slow beginning and slasher cliché moments, this horror remake does have some suspenseful and disturbing moments—especially for those “Saw” fans. Cinemaguys say “proceed with caution”.
Post by: Tue, 17 Mar 2009
Despite the slow beginning and slasher cliché moments, this horror remake does have some suspenseful and disturbing moments—especially for those “Saw” fans. Cinemaguys say “proceed with caution”.
Watchmen Podcast
Post by: Sat, 14 Mar 2009
We had great expectations about Watchmen but we were wrong; the film is nothing but a letdown. Director Zack Snyder (300) does a great job bringing the graphic novel’s visuals to the big screen but its runtime (162 minutes), the unnecessary subplots and very little action make the whole thing quite tedious.
Post by: Sat, 14 Mar 2009
We had great expectations about Watchmen but we were wrong; the film is nothing but a letdown. Director Zack Snyder (300) does a great job bringing the graphic novel’s visuals to the big screen but its runtime (162 minutes), the unnecessary subplots and very little action make the whole thing quite tedious.
Street fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li Podcast
Post by: Sat, 07 Mar 2009
Unfortunately there is no “legend” to speak of in this new installment of “Street fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li”. We are still not sure why they keep making movies based on video games because they never translate well on the big screen.
Post by: Sat, 07 Mar 2009
Unfortunately there is no “legend” to speak of in this new installment of “Street fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li”. We are still not sure why they keep making movies based on video games because they never translate well on the big screen.
Friday the 13th Podcast
Post by: Sat, 21 Feb 2009
Friday the 13th is a step up from the previous installment. This “reborn” of the series contains suspense, funny killings, sexy girls, and of course Jason seems to be getting better with age. The first half might be a bit slow but it picks up towards the end.
Post by: Sat, 21 Feb 2009
Friday the 13th is a step up from the previous installment. This “reborn” of the series contains suspense, funny killings, sexy girls, and of course Jason seems to be getting better with age. The first half might be a bit slow but it picks up towards the end.
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