Movie Recommendations

I've seen some pretty awesome movies since I've been away: on the plane, all the pirated DVDs, the movie theatre. I can't even remember the last time I've seen this many films.

Here are some that I highly recommend. For those who know my sense of humour and whatever, then you can thank me later.

Shooter - Starring former original boy toy, Mark "Marky Mark" Whalberg. This military thriller is about a retired Marine Corps guy who get royally f %^*# d by the US government. Yes, probably not what you go see in the theatre or order on digital cable, but it is AWESOME. It made me want to be an assassin.

The Ex - Also something you probably groaned at when it previewed. Starring Zack Braff (he must have written some of it too because it is witty), it is about a husband dealing with his wife's high school ex-boyfriend, while he and the ex work for her father's ad agency. I saw it on the plane and I laughed out loud. Several times, by myself. Go get it.

Derailed - Starring Jennifer Aniston and Clive Owen. I watched it with Denise and we were stressed out the entire time. You know those movies that you yell at the screen because you can't understand why the character is choosing to go up shit creek. But I loved it at the end. Its a gooder.

You, Me and Dupree - eh, skip it and instead watch Wedding Crashers AGAIN, because its that funny.

Syriana - Another rad movie about the corrupt side of the US everything. Don't consume alcoholic beverages or watch it with someone who talks because it requires all your attention. When its over, you'll think a third time about driving your car to the corner store.

Love Actually - If you are PMS-ing and looking for an intentional cry, this is for you. Very touching, Hugh Grant is hot and clever and the film gave me the warm fuzzies.

Blood Diamonds - Very moving. A tear rolled down my cheek, I won't lie. Love the acting, the story, the message. Leo D is not one of my favorites, but he does a stand up job.

The Last King of Scotland - its good.

Clearly I'm just watching the big films from LAST year. But with rampant piracy all over Asia, I will be able to spoil all the good ones for you soon. That's all for this week's edition of Movies Not To Miss. I will update in another 2 months. Maybe.