Unstoppable

Let's be clear. The only reason I wanted to see this movie was to watch Denzel Washington and Chris Pine on the big screen. It didn't matter what the plot was about. Seeing these fine gentelmen act was enough for me. But, sadly, I wanted my money back! This movie was just rubbish. There's an unstoppable train. Fine. But, make it interesting, Mr. Tony Scott. Don't have me wishing the train actually rammed through that school bus filled of children so there could finally be drama in a mediocre plot with an anti-climatic ending. I mean, come on Mr. Scott! I expected more from the man who directed Enemy of the State, Spy Game, and Deja Vu. I wasn't thrilled. I wasn't even impressed with Denzel or Chris' performances...sad, but true. Rating - Unstoppably bad. Don't waste your money. Wait til it comes on TV and even then only have it on as background noise while folding your laundry.

Day 22 - The Book of Eli

I fell asleep the first time I watched this film. My apologies, Denzel. It's a slow moving plot with bleak coloring throughout. Hence, sleepy time. For my second viewing, I decided to start the film half way through and that was a brilliant idea since the movie starts to pick up about then. I won't give away the ending because you'll curse me if you haven't seen it yet. The surprise appearances of Ms. Flashdance herself, Jennifer Beals, and Tom Waits (who was also in the Outsiders - thank you IMDB) upped my actor-movie connector game knowledge once again. All thanks go to the Hughes Brothers for making this film and Denzel for producing it. 2 points to anyone who knows what other movie starred both Denzel and Flashdance girl...no IMDB cheating! Rating - If you like movies that feel like video games or if you like Denzel (and who doesn't), take a couple of hours to watch.