My Criteria to Seeing a Movie in Theatres...

As the title suggests, I have a criteria to what movies I will see in the theatres, unless they are independents. I see who is acting in the film, watch interviews with the main roles and director after establishing if it's worth seeing, the main plot line, and also after capturing a few glimpses of the movie in their trailer or scenes; one can tell if the film is going to be great. The three points are terrific actors you know that can do the part justice, fantastic story to flow with the actors, and when watching those bits and pieces of the film see if the cinematography is up to par. Those are my criteria, if you want to know. Sometimes the stars and planets aline to make those amazing, fantastic, jaw-dropping films/movies that you decide to see. In my mind, I'm spending money on something I could be saving for to watch a movie that in a few months, I very well could rent it for half the price. There is only one movie right now I want to see in the theatre's (the other one I just saw), Milk. It was weird, flipping the remote at 11:15ish on Christmas night, and Brad Pitt and David Fincher being interviewed by the one and only, Charlie Rose. Even though they talked about the movie without giving too much away, I had to see it after watching these fantastic interviews. Some questions I've read in the Rolling Stone interview, but Charlie is able to "dig" and go deeper. That's what happened when seeing Sean Penn and Gus Van Sant being asked thought-out questions. So far this idea has worked for me, the last time other than tonight when I saw "Curious Case of Benjamin Button"--Fantastic!!, definitely saw why it is nominated for Oscars, was when I saw "The Dark Knight"-the best superhero movie ever, but I like the villain. I am picky about what movies I will take the time and see in theatres, now you know the reasons...feel free to use them yourself.

Fight Club

Fight Club is a definitive and amazing film. With an amazing, incredibly talented cast is definitely worth seeing. I decided to watch it after hearing from a wide range of people that this movie is fantastic, a must-see. I have recently heard so many references to it-- even on Food Network! On Good Eats, Alton Brown makes a reference to the lye solution while making something. I had to see this, I feel like I missed something special by not seeing it. Let me tell you, you have. It may see seem like a movie about fighting, but don't let that fool you. I am not going to tell you what it is about, you are going to have to figure that out by yourself. I was told that the more times you watch it, the better you understand and see connections. I've only seen it once, but all through the night I was trying to tie up loose ends. But, I also can't wait to read the book (by Chuck Palahniuk) and watch the film again. The movie will be engrained in you for a long time. They make references to things in your everyday life. Makes you think. Awesome movie...and I still don't know what it all means...

Gone Baby Gone

I've been wanting to watch this film for a while now... I'm so impressed. This film was directed by Ben Affleck, with his younger brother Casey as the male lead. I read the back of the DVD box and had to see it. The story is in Boston, where the Afflecks grew up..**hint, hint. A story of a missing little girl is being shown through a neighborhood by the small town detectives working on the case. The story is extensive, confusing, but keeps you watching. The movie is meant to shake things up, and surely has in my life. On one subject that we hear about to often has hit a strong chord with me. During many points of the movie, I was shouting at the characters to do something, or how their behavior was effecting me in the story. I love those type of movies, leave an effect and while watching you get emotionally involved. I was ready to cry at a few vital parts of this film. The acting is amazing, also with direction. The cast and crew use many techniques to create the feel of this moving picture. I have seen a few of Ben's movies and films and in my opinion, Ben please keep directing! Great job!

I have a question for you. What movies do you remember??? This movie I will remember, because of all the great film qualities it had, and how they effected me and hopefully affect people who have watched it. The films you remember normally hit you like a train coming at you. It changed my perspective and makes me think. Brought a coming-of-age tale to the country through a popular media. Smart. If you choose to see it, or to read the novel "Gone Baby Gone" is based on it will effect you. Don't dismiss it, or ignore it. The central issue of this film is a serious, and very real one. This movie is worth watching.