Taken

Do you want to see a movie that keeps you watching? How about take a look into a father's mind? Check out Taken.

I watched this movie thinking that it wouldn't be all that good. Liam Neeson, in my opinion, is a good actor; but not great. I must say, I was proven wrong.

Mr. Neeson shows his propensity for greatness in this movie. He plays a father willing to go to the ends of the earth to find and rescue his kidnapped daughter. He portrays the emotions of a father on a mission so well it's believable. One tends to think they're looking in on someone else's life...

Not to say the story itself isn't far fetched: the dad just happens to be an ex-CIA agent. But somehow, whether it's the director, the actors, the story, or just the overall tone of the movie itself, it is believable.

I highly recommend you check this out. It is very much worth it.

I give Taken 5 stars: because the ride it took me on was absolutely exhilarating.

Check it out on the IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0936501/

And until next time: happy viewing!! :)

Grace is Gone

If ever there were a movie to make a statement about the war; this is it. And it seems to do it in the most passive way.

Grace is gone is a tear jerker. A sad, melancholy movie that keeps you watching. It is endearing as well as it is sad.

It tells the story of a father who lost his wife to the war in Iraq. He finds out, and instead of telling his children right away he takes them on a trip. At first this poor man, it seems, is in denial.

This movie puts a face on so much of what is going on in the world. What it must be like for the families of the soldiers who perish in this war.

This movie tugs on your heart and speaks to your soul. John Cusack does a fantastic job in his role as the grieving father. You almost think you are peeking into the life of that particular family.

I give this movie 4 stars: because it is so well written.

Check it out on the IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0772168/...

Until next time, happy watching!

Reign Over Me

Ok, here is a tear jerker. It's a heartfelt movie that tells the story of two old friends who connect again. Both have things to learn from each other.

Adam Sandler mystifies in his awesome portrayal of Charlie, a widower who lost his whole family in the events of 9/11. Those events rocketed him into a downward spiral where his friend, former college roommate Alan Johnson, finds him.

Johnson {played by Don Cheadle} is at a turning point in his own life. He sees a shadow of his former friend and is determined to help him regain himself; while on this quest he finds a little of himself in the process.

This movie is an awesome portrayal of friendship, grief, growing, and coping. While it lacks in action it overflows with great acting, good storyline, and even a realistic ending.

I'd say rent it; or better yet, buy it for those times when you need to be reminded what true friendship and heartache look like.

Reign Over Me is a movie that once you see it, you will never forget. Check it out on the IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0490204/ . You won't regret catching this movie.

I give Reign Over Me 4 stars:

Enjoy the movie, and happy watching!! :)

Untraceable

So here we go, my first review. Let's make it a good one, shall we??

Untraceable, starring Diane Lane, is a crime thriller that sticks with the times. It centers around FBI agent Jennifer Marsh, who is good at her job and even seems to find a little humor in it.

One night Agent Marsh's superior hands her a post it that has just a simple site written on it: http://www.killwithme.com/. {Go ahead, click the link, you know you want to...}

It starts out with a cat stuck in a rat trap. It spirals into so much more.

I don't want to ruin the movie for you, but I must tell you, it is a great story. The plot is great, and the movie even has a message entwined in the storyline.

If you are looking for a typical FBI movie with lots of car chases, gun fights, fist fights, and brawls, this movie is not for you. This movie delivers the chills and goosebumps in a more subtle way...

Would you log onto a web site to watch someone die? Would you be an anonymous accomplice to murder?

This movie, by far, is worth the time and money. To learn more about this movie, check out the IMDB http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0880578/...

I give Untraceable 4 stars out of 5

Enjoy, and until next time, happy movie watching! :)