July 7th, 2009

American Graffiti


George Lucas apparently can actually write characters and dialogue. Who knew? A-.

July 6th, 2009

An American Werewolf in London


Classic Horror, special effects still hold up. Definitely recommended viewing. A-.

July 5th, 2009

Today marks birthday of the reviewer’s mother, so in that spirit…

Mommy Dearest


Joan Crawford serious about the whole “no wire hangers” thing. B+.

July 4th, 2009

Independence Day


Aliens invade Earth. We lose, then we win. Will Smith. B.

July 3rd, 2009

The Producers


Adaptation of adaptation of really funny movie. But not funny. C+.

July 2nd, 2009

Gandhi


Ben Kingsley excellent in Oscar winning biopic about Indian nationalism. A-.

July 1st, 2009

Weekend at Bernies


Screenwriting machine spits out extraordinarily lackluster movie. Not my favorite. D-.