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bernie

This movie was billed as a black comedy (which I do not enjoy), but it was done in a mockumentary style (which I do enjoy). It told the real-life story of Bernie Tiede, a man who was convicted of murdering a wealthy 81 year-old widow with whom he was friends. …

die hard

Somehow I managed to get through life (until last night) without seeing this movie. I’m not sure why I never watched it before. At any rate, it was pretty good for an action movie–not much to think about while watching this one, though.

the five-year engagement

I thought this was pretty good for a rom-com. Brian rather enjoyed it, too (to the point of cry-laughing at one of the scenes). I don’t watch Parks and Recreation, but that guy from the show who was in this movie was hilarious–he really made the movie. As is common, …

the outsiders

Brian suggested this movie for Family Movie Night and I have to say, it was enjoyed by all. A lot of times older movies just don’t hold up, but this one did a pretty good job. And, the future star power was dazzling (Matt Dillon, Ralph Macchio, Patrick Swayze, Rob …

machete

This movie started as a fake movie trailer for the Grindhouse films. Apparently the trailer garnered enough interested that the director decided to turn it into a movie. It was definitely entertaining, though not for the faint of heart. On the other hand, the violence was so extreme, it was …