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Rise of the Planet of the Apes
Did It Suck Movie Review: 5 Stars Time: 1hr 50min Rated: PG
The downfall of man will be his brilliant achievements
Rise of the Planet of the Apes: The film is directed by Rupert Wyatt . It is a reboot of the Planet of the Apes series that will act as a foundation with an origin story for a new film series. Its premise is similar to the fourth film in the original series, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1972), but it is not a direct remake in that it does not fit into that series’ continuity.
Did It Suck Movie Review: I wasn’t really sure what to expect from this movie; what I didn’t expect was how good this movie turned out to be. This is a fantastic film right from the start. It is a well written story with characters you can connect with. For the most part this is an action-less film riding on the story and characters which keeps your interest right through to the end. You add all this up and you get a movie that pushes into the must see category, and with that said, this is definitely Worth A Ticket.
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Part 2
Did It Suck Movie Review: 5 Stars Time: 2hr 10min Rated: PG
True friends are loyal to the end, sometimes, the end comes too quick.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 is a 2011 fantasy film directed by David Yates and the second of two films based on the novel of the same name by J. K. Rowling. It is the eighth and the final instalment in the Harry Potter film series, written by Steve Kloves and produced by David Heyman, David Barron and Rowling. The story continues to follow Harry Potter’s quest to find and destroy Lord Voldemort’s Horcruxes.
Did It Suck Review: The second part to the Deathly Hallows and last chapter of this fantastic series is what HP fans have been waiting for. As with part 1, this was an excellent movie. The overall flow and dynamics of this movie were good. I am sad and happy at the same time to see this series come to an end, and at the same time, glad to see that the last movie was not a let-down. Well Worth a Ticket.
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Super 8
Did It Suck Movie Review: 4 Stars Time: 2hr 35min Rated: PG
Be kind to aliens; you have a much better chance they won’t eat you.
Super 8 is a 2011 American science fiction film written and directed by J. J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg. The film stars Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning, and Kyle Chandler … The film tells the story of a group of children who are filming their own Super 8 movie when a train derails, releasing a dangerous presence into their town.
Did It Suck Review: Leave it to Mr.Spielberg to start a film like it’s a ‘feel good’ kids story, then throw in a monster. The overall feel to the movie is set in a small town around the Late 70′s early 80′s. You get a nice overview of the peaceful town, era, and the kids characters from the start of the film. The train wreak was the highlight of the film, and it was fantastic. What I really liked was how little effort it took in getting to know the characters and emotionally connect with them; this is what made the movie as good as it was. I felt I got my moneys worth on this film, however, as good as this movie was, the train wreak was really the only thing worth seeing on the big screen, Wait For The DVD.
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Horrible Bosses
Did It Suck Movie Review: 4 Stars Time: 1hr 40min Rated: 14-A
There are no good work days when you have a boss like these guys.
Horrible Bosses is a 2011 black comedy film directed by Seth Gordon, written by Michael Markowitz, John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein based on a story by Michael Markowitz, and starring Jason Bateman, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Aniston, Colin Farrell, Kevin Spacey and Jamie Foxx. The main plot follows three friends (portrayed by Bateman, Day, and Sudeikis) who decide to murder their respective overbearing, abusive bosses (portrayed by Spacey, Aniston, and Farrell) who they believe are standing in the way of their happiness.
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Bad Teacher
Did It Suck Movie Review: 2.5 Stars Time: 1hr 30min Rated: 14-A
If you thought you had a horrible teacher in school, look again after seeing this.
Bad Teacher is a 2011 comedy film directed by Jake Kasdan based on a screenplay by Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky, and starring Cameron Diaz, Justin Timberlake, and Jason Segel.
Did It Suck? There is not a lot I need to say about this movie. Most critics will agree that this was a bad movie and failed to deliver, however, I look at this movie as a cute date movie. There are some really good parts in this film and I was more then just letting out a few chuckles. If you liked Legally Blonde and/or the Tooth Fairy you will probably like this movie. Over all, this movie is only worth renting, Wait For The DVD.
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- Dan Kersey
The Hangover Part II
Did It Suck Movie Review: 3.5 Stars Time: 1hr 42min Rated: 18-A
Don’t be silly, I couldn’t happen twice, could it?
The Hangover Part II: Phil (Bradley Cooper), Stu (Ed Helms), Alan (Zach Galifianakis) and Doug (Justin Bartha) travel to Thailand for Stu’s wedding. Then it happens, ♫ One night in Bangkok makes a hard man humble ♫
Did It Suck? I wasn’t sure if the second movie could pull off the fun and hilarity of the the first film, but it did. I was quite surprised at how good this movie was for a sequel and I have to say that it was almost as good as the first Hangover. Sticking to the same formula as the 2009 Hangover, the sequel moves along quickly and keeps you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what could possibly happen next. For me to justify paying to see a comedy on the Big Screen, it really has to be good. In saying that, this comedy gets my vote, Worth A Ticket.
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- Dan Kersey
True Grit
Did It Suck Review: 5 Stars Time: 1hr 50min Rated: 14-A
It’s about why you kill someone rather than who you killed
True Grit is a 2010 American Western film written and directed by the Coen brothers. It is the second adaptation of Charles Portis‘ 1968 novel of the same name, which was previously adapted for film in 1969 starring John Wayne. The film stars Jeff Bridges as U.S. Marshal Reuben J. “Rooster” Cogburn along with Matt Damon and Josh Brolin.
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Faster
Did It Suck Review: 3.5 Stars Time: 1hr 38min Rated: 14-A
Revenge is a serious matter in the hands of a fearless man
Faster is a 2010 American action film directed by George Tillman, Jr. and written by brothers Tony Gayton and Joe Gayton. It stars Dwayne Johnson, Billy Bob Thornton, Carla Gugino, Moon Bloodgood, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, and Maggie Grace.
Did It Suck? For anyone looking for a plain old, easy to follow action flick, Faster has it covered. Nothing exciting or extra ordinary in this film, just some hard hitting action with a simple story that keeps you entertained right to the end. The only thing I can really complain about in this movie is the typical “knew that was going to happen’ ending. Otherwise a good action flick. Though this movie delivered what it was supposed to, and I felt I got my monies worth, the Big Screen is not needed to enjoy this one. Wait For a The DVD unless your hard up for some action and need a fix.
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- Dan Kersey
The Next Three Days
Did It Suck Review: 3 Stars Time: 2hr 2min Rated: PG
There’s a man on a mission and nothing is going to stop him
The Next Three Days is a 2010 thriller film directed by Paul Haggis and starring Russell Crowe and Elizabeth Banks. It was filmed on location inPittsburgh. It is a remake of the 2007 French film Pour Elle (Anything for Her) by Fred Cavayé. Lara Brennan (Banks) is accused of murdering her boss after an altercation at work. Her college professor husband John Brennan (Crowe) becomes obsessed with the idea of breaking her out of jail. [more here]
Did It Suck? What we have here is a very good story that builds and builds and explodes into a suspenseful ending. A slow movie but well rounded and thought out. Other then a few short comings, and some confusing scenes, this was an enjoyable movie. There’s not a lot to say about this movie because the whole plot is self explanatory. This film, other than being a really good drama and a good suspenseful build-up at the end where things start to roll, it’s a Wait For The DVD movie.
Unstoppable
Did It Suck Review 4 Stars Time: 1hr 38min Rated: PG
How do you stop a run-away missile when the drivers seat is empty?
Plot: Unstoppable is a 2010 Thriller from Tony Scott and starring Denzel Washington and Chris Pine. It is loosely based on a true story about a runaway train in 2001, although the real story is far less dramatic than the movie; but, that is why we have movies. [Read about the true story here]
Did It Suck? The entire movie is very much about the one, unstoppable, train but it has human interest stories as well that don’t detract in any way from the action and there are really no slow parts. The story is pretty simplistic, the train is running away and needs to be stopped, and the plot basically follows the various attempts to achieve this. I really liked the acting in this one, everyone really came across just as if they were employees of the railway, desperate to stop the train, and this really makes you connect more to them and want to cheer them along.
The action was great, with requisite crashes thrown in. However, you would absolutely have to suspend belief for some of the scenes which I found hard to do (as I used to drive trains so know more than your average moviegoer). However, it was still a thrill ride and no matter how believable it may be it was extremely enjoyable, and even if you don’t especially like trains I think you’d enjoy this. Definitely Worth A Ticket.
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- Andy Hughes
Due Date
Did It Suck Review: 4 Stars Time: 1hr 35min Rated: PG
Due Date is a 2010 comedy/road movie from Todd Phillips and starring Robert Downey Jr. and Zach Galifianakis. [Full cast here]
Plot: Peter and Ethan (Downey and Galifianakis) get off to a bad start when their cabs collide on the way to the airport, then they get thrown off the plane and have to get across country in just a few days using whatever means they can; sound familiar? Thinking Planes, Trains and Automobiles? It certainly does have some similarities but it’s much more up to date and certainly stands on its own “two feet”. It’s also definitely not a movie for younger kids!
Did It Suck? The comedy is pretty continuous, although the characters are developed nicely and the story is kept at the front the whole time, and you feel for them and want them to do the right thing even when you know they won’t; getting that sort of empathy for your characters is pretty rare. I would have to say this is one of the funniest movies I’ve seen at the cinema for a long time, it’s a great date movie, and definitely Worth A Ticket. As a bonus not all the best bits are in the trailer, there is more!
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- Andy Hughes
The Social Network
Did It Suck Review: 4 Stars Time: 2hrs Rated: PG
This movie gives you a look at the exciting life of a programmer and his ever changing code.
The Social Network is a 2010 drama film about the founding of the Internet social networking website Facebook and the resulting lawsuits. The film was directed by David Fincher and features an ensemble cast—Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Brenda Song, Armie Hammer, Max Minghella and Rooney Mara. In 2003, Harvard University student Mark Zuckerberg has the idea to create a website to rate the attractiveness of female Harvard undergraduates after his girlfriend Erica Albright breaks up with him.
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Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps
Did It Suck Review: 3 Stars Time: 2hr 7min Rated PG
Money is a complicated tool that even the experts loose control of.
Plot: Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps is a 2010 American drama film directed by Oliver Stone. It is a remake of the 1987 film Wall Street, and the first remake Stone has done to any of his films. Michael Douglasreprises his Academy Award-winning role of Gordon Gekko and Shia LaBeouf, Josh Brolin, Carey Mulligan, and Frank Langella also star in the film. Set in New York City, the film takes place 23 years after the original and revolves around the 2008 financial crisis. The film’s plot mainly centers on the reformed Gekko acting as more of an antihero rather than a villain and follows his attempts to help Wall Street before its soon-to-be stock market crash as well as trying to repair his relationship with his daughter Winnie with the help of Jacob, Winnie’s fiance. In return, Gekko helps Jacob get revenge on the man he blames for his mentor’s death. (more here)
Did It Suck? This is a great follow-up to the original 1987 Wall Street film. I know very little on how Wall Street actually works and this movies dialog revolves around it, however, it is not too difficult to follow. The movie explains its tropical gibber-jab if you pay close attention to whats going on. The story has a good even paced feel, though slowish, it moves along nicely. It has a good balance of money talk, romance, and a little suspense, keeping the viewer interested in whats happening. I have to say, personally, that Shia LaBeouf‘s acting is the best I have seen yet.
Final Thoughts: This is a good Simple film that sticks to the plot and gives you what you’d expect from a sequel. There is really nothing that the big screen adds to this film so Wait For The DVD. However, in saying that, I thought I got my moneys worth because it was an enjoyable film.
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-Dan Kersey
The Town
Did It Suck Review: 4.5 Stars Time: 2hr 3min Rated: 14-A
“This town (to-wn) is coming like a ghost town”, The Specials, 1981
Plot: The Town is a 2010 thriller starring Ben Affleck (who also Directed), Rebecca Hall, Jon Hamm and Jeremy Renner. It is set in Charlestown, a suburb of Boston, MA, from whence we are told most of America’s bank and armoured car robbers hail. The movie tells the story of Doug MacRay (Affleck) and his gang as they struggle through the murky underside of inner city life by robbing banks and holding up armoured cars. Following a raid that doesn’t go quite to plan Doug follows Claire Keesey (Hall) who the gang had taken as a hostage, but released, to make sure she won’t be able to identify them. They soon become lovers which makes things even more interesting with the FBI getting closer.
Did It Suck? With most movies I know what I am getting into, but this one was different; I knew the basic premise but nothing more. I have to admit at 2h 5m long I was also getting worried before it started in case it really sucked, but I needn’t have worried. Instead of being a full on cops-and-robbers action movie there is a lot of depth to the two main robbers and it gives an insight into their lives and what lead them to be in the positions they are in. We see the loyalty and bonds that close friendship through hard times can forge, and how the possibility of a new and better life can start to break those links. It makes it clear how the actions we choose, cumulatively, affect not just ourselves but those around us. At the climax we are shown how even a ‘gentleman’ robber will become a violent psychopath if pushed too far.
If you’ve seen the movie Heat (1995) then you will almost certainly draw parallels between the two movies, although they are not identical, and if you liked Heat I am pretty sure you will like The Town also. As to whether it is worth a ticket, I find myself, for the first time, on the fence. I have no regrets at all about paying to see it, and it is a very good movie that was much better than I expected, but, the premise of this site is to let you know if the movie is worth seeing on the big screen. I have to say that even though it is a great movie there is nothing you’ll miss by watching it on TV, so this gets a Wait for the DVD, but, with the comment that this was not an easy decision.
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- Andy Hughes
The Switch
Review: 3 Stars Rated: PG Time: 1hr 40min
Sometimes big mistakes are good mistakes.
Plot: The Switch, formerly titled The Baster, is a 2010 romantic comedy-drama film starring Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman. Kassie Larson (Jennifer Aniston) decides she wants to have a baby. Despite the objections of her neurotic best friend Wally Mars (Jason Bateman), she chooses to do it alone, with the services of handsome and charming sperm donor Roland (Patrick Wilson). Wally has always had feelings for Kassie, but as his friend (Jeff Goldblum) points out, he missed his chance and she put him in the “friend zone”. But things don’t go as planed (more here).
Did It Suck? As much as I like both of these actors, and seeing Jason Bateman getting more screen time these days, this movie was par at best. The Acting was good and Jennifer Aniston was much better in this movie than in The Bounty Hunter. Unfortunately the story was lacking, and on top of that, it was a slow paced laid-back movie with a couch-potato feel. There were some really good funny moments and I enjoyed watching this film but I will only recommend …. Wait For The DVD.
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- Dan Kersey
