Wedding Crashers Blu Ray

Wedding Crashers Blu Ray Review

Pick and two from Vince Vaugh, Ben Stiller, Will Ferrell, Luke Wilson, and Owen Wilson and you get a funny movie regardless of plot. Wedding Crasher is a similar raunchy, over the top comedy that has been well received by the male audiences. You can think of Old School, Meet the Parents or any other Ben Stiller movies and you can pretty much guess what type of movie the Wedding Crasher is. In my opinion, Wedding Crasher is as good as Old School.

John Beckwith, played by Owen Wilson, and Jermey Grey, played by Vince Vaughn, are divorce mediators who have been good friends for long time. They are only interested in crashing weddings to hook up with available women who attend the wedding. They have perfected this crashing technique with complete back story and believable identities. Both are incredibly charming and cunning. This leads to many affairs with women while they have no intention of staying with them. On their latest wedding crash, they are sucked into the life of Treasury Secretary William Cleary’s family. John ends up falling for one of Cleary’s daughter at the wedding. This leads to some funny complication and lies. After the wedding, they end up as guest at Cleary’s house for the weekend.

This is one of the funniest comedies you will watch in a long time. That is, if you enjoyed Old School and similar type of comedies. Vaughn and Owen are great as comedy duo. I’d even say as great as Vaughn and Favreau in Swingers. The cameo by Will Ferrell was one of the funniest parts of the movie. Rachel McAdams was surprisingly good in the comedy. She is more suited to romantic films but was great in this comedy. Overall, this is very well done comedy.

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Adventureland Blu Ray Review

Adventureland is Greg Mottola’s follow up to successful Superbad. The trailer and small previews all point out that fact very proudly. The marketers also touted it as similar movie. That would have been except Adventureland is a very different movie. It is not a teenage sex adventure film like Superbad. Instead, Adventureland is a coming of age romance film that is vastly different from Superbad. The movie does have some funny scenes and moments. However, it is more drama than comedy.

The movie is about a recent college graduate who has to move back home to earn some money before heading to New York to attend graduate school. He initially planned to travel the Europe after the graduation. However, his parents encounter financial difficulty when his father is demoted. Forced earn his own money, he moves back home and takes job at local amusement park called Adventureland. The job is terrible and funny at same time. We meet various funny characters. But, he falls hard for an employee named Em. She is a college student who is taking a break and working at the amusement park. The overall story revolves around this couple.

The story is a fairly entertaining. The setting of 1980s is clearly aimed at the older generation who might feel nostalgic about their time in the 80s. However, it’s a film a Superbad fan will also be able to appreciate. The movie has right balance of drama mixed in with some comedic moments. Overall, it is a very enjoyable film with broad appeals.

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Blu ray disc movie review of Big Trouble in Little China

John Carpenter has produced some of the most beloved cult classics in his career. Big Trouble in Little China has to be one of them. The Halloween and Prince of Darkness established Carpenter as a great director. However, Big Trouble in Little China trumps them all as one of his best movie. It’s little hard to place the movie in any one genre. Instead, it has little bit of action, fantasy, comedy, and little bit of romance all rolled up in one film.

The story is about a truck driver named Jack Burton, played by Kurt Russell who is roped into helping out his old friend Wang. He has to drive him to airport to pick up his future wife. However, some hoodlums kidnap her which forces Jack and Wang to chase and rescue her. This drops them in the middle of gang war with some odd opposing sides and threats. There are some supernatural and fantasy element mixed in with constant action. The overall plot is odd but the pace and action of the movie makes it a very satisfying experience.

Kurt Russell plays the perfect wise cracking hero that reluctantly encounters trouble after trouble. Denis Dun works very nicely as the sidekick or sorts. Kim Cattrall was funny and refreshing as Gracie Law, the lawyer who is also swept up in the overall plot of the movie. The movie didn’t succeed when it was released back in 1986. But, it has found enduring cult following for its lively and fun ride. This movie definitely deserves a Blu-ray release.

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I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry Blu Ray

I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry Blu Ray Review

I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry is a typical Adam Sandler movie. That is to say, it is over the top sometimes crude, and very funny. Critics mostly dismissed this film along with most of Sandler’s comedies. However, Sandler usually pulls in healthy box office receipt even with bad reviews. I think the movie maker tried to inject some social commentary on the gay issues with very limited success. The film is mostly funny college humor stuff and that’s what film maker should have stuck with.

The story is about two firemen who are forced into gay marriage by a bizarre circumstance. Larry, played by Kevin James, needs to keep his benefits in support of his children. Chuck, played by Adam Sandler, owes Larry for all the times he was saved by Larry on the job. Larry calls in that favor when he finds a loophole allowing a domestic partnership that will help with his situation. This is a big problem since Chuck is a big playboy. The plot is mildly serviceable for the funny “gay” antics.

Sandler and James inject great deal of comedic presence in their roles. Both are natural comedians who know how to deliver a line or physical comedy. The movie is part buddy film part college humor film. It works fine for the targeted audience and most likely repulse serious movie goers. It’s not as funny as the Apatow movies but should be enjoyable for Sandler fans.

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Ghostbusters Blu Ray

Ghostbusters Blu Ray Review

Twenty five years after the release, the Ghostbusters is one of my favorite films of all time. If you were growing up during the 80s, you will most likely remember the original, the sequel, and the bombardment of animation series. A lot of us gobbled up everything related to Ghostbusters. Even with limited technology, the Ghostbusters displayed great special effects along with great story and even greater dialogues. Even though the film is clearly aimed at younger kids, the jokes and dialogues are funny to the adults. I find myself laughing hard at the film even as an adult.

Ghostbusters is a comedic gem that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Three scientists, Venkman, Stantz, and Spengler decide to start up a business to deal with paranormal beings after being let go by the University. This gets them a case dealing with Dana Barrett, played by Sigourney Weaver, where they have to deal with portal openings in her refrigerator. From there, the Ghostbusters have to deal with the evil forces that threaten to destroy entire Manhattan. The story is rather simple but very fun.

A lot of the credit for the movie’s success rests on the funny dialogue as well as great directing and acting. Bill Murray as the funny Dr. Venkman is one of the most memorable characters played by Bill Murray. Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis round out the perfect partners for the Ghostbusters. Without a doubt, this is the best movie directed by Ivan Reitman. He’s had hand in some semi successful films since the Ghostbusters and its sequel. However, they don’t come close to the greatness of Ghostbusters movies. With the release of the new video game as well as the new Blu-ray version, this would be great time for new generation to experience this fantastic movie before the release of the third installment in 2012.

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Black Sheep Blu Ray Review

Black Sheep is Chris Farley’s second foray into comedy movie. The first one, Tommy boy, was a big success for the former Saturday Night Live funny man. Naturally, he followed up with equally funny Black Sheep. Christ Farley made one more feature film, Beverly Hills Ninja, before he tragically passed away. While Black Sheep is funny, it feels like a poor attempt to replicate the Tommy Boy formula. The plot changes but the characters seem have transferred from Tommy boy. While this may not be a bad thing, it is somewhat disappointing that they couldn’t come up with original movie.

Chris Farley plays Mike Donnelly while David Spade plays Steve Dodds. Essentially, Mike’s brother is running for the governor’s seat and Steve Dodds is hired to keep Mike out of trouble during the election. This is basically the same situation set up in the Tommy Boy where David Spade’s character is charged with looking out for the bumbling Tommy Callahan. The rehashed characters don’t detract from the laughter from the duo. If you were fan of Farley and Spade, you will most likely ignore the redundant characters and enjoy the film. On the other hand, if you are not a fan, you might find it boring and trite.

The main attraction of the movie is Chris Farley. He was extremely talented comedian who always put smile on my face. The guy is non-stop from one sequence to next. David Spade fills in nicely as the side kick and foil to Farley’s comedy. Another delight was Gary Busey as the crazy sergeant Drake Savage who turns out to be a “good” guy. The entire movie is based on the chemistry between the main characters and the side characters. And, the interaction between Farley and Spade was one of the best combos. It is shame that Farley passed away so early in his life. He could have surpassed all other former SNL member as the greatest comedian to grace the big screen.

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Major League Blu Ray Review

Major League stands as one of my favorite baseball film. It’s not in the same category as The Natural or Field of Dreams as Major League is a comedic film. Even so, Major League is a very good baseball movie. Made in 1989 when Cleveland Indians were the punching bag in the MLB, the movie does great job of portraying a bumbling and unprofessional baseball club. The movie has little bit of everything that makes a fantastic sports movie. A great cast, a lovable underdog, and a great plot to tie it up all together.

There is a simple but effective plot that drives the film. Rachel Phelps buys the Cleveland Indians after her husband dies. She loathes the city of Cleveland and hatches a plan to move the team to another city. In order to accomplish this, she sets out to field a worst team in the history of the game to intentionally lose. It’s fairly predictable how this will turn out in the end. The team comes together and actually wins their division. The real shining moments are the comedic situations and interactions between players, fans, and even Bob Uecker as the drunken announcer. The movie is none stop laugh from start to finish.

The cast of the movie was absolutely wonderful. As mentioned earlier, Bob Uecker plays the drunken sports caster. Tom Berenger plays the veteran catcher. Charlie Sheen the wild pitcher. I especially enjoyed Wesley Snipes as the speedy player who has trouble hitting the ball. And, who can forget Dennis Haysbert as the Pedro Cerrrano who can’t hit the curve ball. This is movie I would easily recommend to anyone including none sports fans.

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Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Blu Ray Review

Besides watching The Price is Right, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off might be the most perfect viewing when you are sick or pretending to be sick to stay home. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is just a fun movie to watch. I consider this movie to be one of the classic comedies of the 80s. Even after 20 years, the movie stays funny because the subject of the movie is still relevant. The movie portrays the school as this oppressive institution where students go through the motion.

Ferris Bueller, a high school senior, deciding to skip school and have a fun day. He starts off with deceiving his mother. He pretends to be really sick and fools his mother into thinking that he is very ill. He successfully fools his mother into thinking he is sick. But his sister knows better and tries to foil his entire day at every turn. With his best friend Cameron, he hatches plan to get his girlfriend, Sloan, out of the school to skip the day with them. They hatch a plan that involves telling the teacher that Sloan’s grandmother is dead. The Dean of students, Mr. Edward Rooney is suspicious and calls Sloan’s dad. Of course on the other end of the phone is Cameron impersonating Sloan’s dad. The plan works and the three of them go off on an adventure for the day.

The entire day involves wrecking Ferrari, being part of parade, and impersonating a sausage magnate. The day ends with him making it just in time for his mother and father to see that he is indeed sick. The writer/director John Hughes does great justice to the teenage movie genres. He gives us a great story that deal with school and students who ultimately want more freedom. Matthew Broderick plays a great wise ass student who out maneuvers everyone from his parents to the teachers. Ultimately, it’s a fun flick to watch on your “sick” day.

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The Spirit Blu Ray

The Spirit Blu Ray Review

The Spirit mostly bombed at the box office. For a good reason. Most of the people were probably expecting 300 or Sin City type of movie. The movie style and Frank Miller’s name attached to the movie most likely signaled movie closer to 300 and Sin City. The Spirit is entirely different movie. 300 was action packed stylish movie while Sin City was stylistic and gritty in its execution. The Spirit is more comedic than action. While it does retain that Sin City style, its over the top comic and corny lines make the movie barely enjoyable.

The story is about a cop who comes back from death to fight criminals, mainly the Octopus played by Samuel L Jackson. The basic story is that Octopus created some drug that could prolong the life. Needless to say, Octopus and the Spirit both take the drug and duke it out over the course of the movie. Eva Mendes plays the old fling who comes back to get her hands on some treasure. There are little bit more to the story but not much.

This is film that’s all style and very little substance. I know a lot of the viewers were expecting Sin City and instead, got this comedic effort. You really can’t go wrong with Samuel L Jackson for Octopus but rest of the characters and story are just boring. I was indifferent from start to finish and was neither satisfied nor dissatisfied. All in all, it is a very forgettable film from Frank Miller.

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Blu-ray dvd movie review of Trading Places

The younger generation haven’t had chance to watch any decent Eddie Murphy comedies like some of the older folks like myself. Besides the Shrek franchise, Meet Dave and Norbit are some of the worst Eddie Murphy films. You really wouldn’t have expected that from an actor who made us laugh with Beverly Hills Cop, 48 Hours, and Coming to America. Trading Places is another comedy gem with Eddie Murphy. Trading Places was one of the first movie to feature the SNL funnyman Eddie Murphy.

The movie is about an experiment/bet placed by two rich Duke Brothers, think of Lehman brothers. They bet that with right environment, anybody can become a rich upper-class person and anybody can become poor. To carry out this bet, they forcibly put Louis Winthorpe III in bad situation and put Billy Ray in his place. Louis, played by Dan Akroyd is rich investment type whereas Billy Ray is low life conman. This sets up classic mistaken identity/role reversal film. Louis is put through some hardship and Billy is pampered in rich lifestyle. One day, Billy overhears the Duke Brothers talking about the bet and decides to take revenge on them along with Louis. So they pool their knowledge. Louis brings the financial market knowledge and Billy brining in the criminal side. Together, they hatch plan to make themselves rich and ruin Duke Brothers.

Simply put, this is one of the funniest Eddie Murphy movie. Along with Dan Akroyd and Jamie Lee Curtis, Eddie Murphy delivers one of his best performances in this film. Released back in 1983, this is one of the funniest films of the 1980s. I might also add that it’s feel good movie where the greedy bastards get their due. And, it’s somewhat ironic that the Lehman’s fate is somewhat similar to that of Duke Brothers. Overall, movie you can appreciate in any time.

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