Prison Break: The Final Break (2009)

Prison Break: The Final Break (2009)

Directed by: Kevin Hooks and Brad Turner
Screenplay by: Nick Santora, Seth Hoffman, Zack Estrin, and Karyn
  Usher

Genre: Action | Drama | Thriller
Running Time: 89 Minutes
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Viewed: Owned DVD

Prepare yourself for the truth.

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Comments: The reason why Prison Break: The Final Break is probably one of the best things the show's done since the first season is that there's only so much you can do in 90 minutes. Had this been Season Five, the entire premise would have been stretched over 22 episodes, with at least 50 twists thrown in. Not that it made the show less fun, but like the last few seasons of 24, there were so many twists and turns throughout the show that the viewer (or at least I) became extremely desensitized to it all. The Final Break is a great sendoff to a pretty decent show. It's a shame others can't go out as good.

Prison Break - Season Four (2008-2009)

Prison Break (2005-2009)

Created by: Paul Scheuring

Season: Four (2008-2009)
Genre: Action | Crime | Drama | Thriller
Number of Episodes: 22
Episode Running Time: 60 Minutes
Viewed: Owned DVD

Revenge begins now.

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Comments: Once you get past the ridiculous opener, Prison Break's final season is a generally entertaining (if far-fetched) send off. The asinine events that take place in the premiere, which only serve to set up the season, almost made me stop watching the season. Luckily, things pick up a bit afterward. As a whole, this season feels a bit like a bastardized version of 24, which isn't a bad thing. But the show isn't nearly as good as it was in the beginning, and I'm glad this is the final season. Farewell, buzz cut brothers.

Inception (2010)

Inception (2010)

Directed by: Christopher Nolan
Screenplay by: Christopher Nolan

Genre: Drama | Mystery | Sci-Fi | Thriller
Running Time: 148 Minutes
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Viewed: On Demand HD

Your mind is the scene of the crime.

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Comments: Original review: Inception is pretty fucking awesome, as I expected it would be. I don't really want to go over the plot that much, since it's much more fun to simply experience the film. But I will say that I am extremely impressed with Christopher Nolan (again), as not only did he direct the film, but he wrote one intriguing top-notch script (I did find it hard to empathize with the characters a bit; there's not a lot of development and Inception could be considered a little cold to the touch). I did have a few issues with the logic of the film, particularly toward the end (such as limbo, and how characters come and go; many of these are discussed in the IMDb's FAQ section for the film). However, it's the "good" kind of issues/confusion, much like when I watched Donnie Darko for the first time and had no idea what happened at the end, other than I loved the hell out of the movie. Anyway, Inception is definitely one of the best of the year so far, and well worth your time. It's a film that is going to demand multiple viewings, so be prepared. But it's an awesome ride.

Ghostbusters (1984)

Ghostbusters (1984)

Directed by: Ivan Reitman
Screenplay by: Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis

Genre: Adventure | Comedy | Fantasy | Mystery
Running Time: 105 Minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
Viewed: Owned Blu-ray

They're here to save the world.

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Comments: Now that I've upgraded to Blu-ray, I'll definitely be stringent when it comes to upgrading my DVD titles (at least at first). I have a pretty basic setup, and my TV isn't very large, so having upconverted DVDs will do the trick for now. I will make an exception for my favorite films, and that certainly starts with Ghostbusters. My love for this movie is never-ending; it was my favorite as a child and it's my favorite as an adult. Sure, it's silly at times, but it hits the mark for every genre it crosses into. I've always loved how realistically heroic everyone is at the end as well; they may be completely fucked, but they're going out fighting without being over-the-top prototypical action heroes. I was a little disappointed in the Blu-ray, as it's very grainy at times, but some scenes are really nice-looking. And why not release Ghostbusters II on Blu-ray? Sure, it's not as good, but I've always loved it as well and it really holds a soft spot in my heart. Now if only they release Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Blu-ray...

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

Directed by: Edgar Wright
Screenplay by: Michael Bacall and Edgar Wright

Genre: Action | Comedy | Fantasy | Music | Romance
Running Time: 112 Minutes
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Viewed: Owned Blu-ray

An epic of epic epicness.

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Comments: Awesome.

Legion (2010)

Legion (2010)

Directed by: Scott Charles Stewart
Screenplay by: Peter Schink and Scott Charles Stewart

Genre: Action | Fantasy | Thriller
Running Time: 100 Minutes
MPAA Rating: R
Viewed: Starz On Demand

When the last angel falls, the fight for mankind begins.

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Comments: I'm not exactly sure why I chose to watch Legion over other great films I could have watched On Demand (A Prophet, The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus), but it probably has something to do with me sucking at life and being a glutton for punishment. Anyway, as expected, Legion's pretty laughable. When I've imagined fights between the Angels Gabriel and Michael, I've always pictured them using machine guns and a giant death mace. Parts were entertaining, but as a whole the film was a mess. I don't know what else I was expecting, but I guess Legion passed the time. Is this what my life's coming to? That I pass the time on a Saturday night by watching Legion?

Prison Break - Season Three (2007-2008)

Prison Break (2005-2009)

Created by: Paul Scheuring

Season: Three (2007-2008)
Genre: Action | Crime | Drama | Thriller
Number of Episodes: 13
Episode Running Time: 60 Minutes
Viewed: Owned DVD

Prisons were made to be broken.

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Comments: After bitching about the length of the past two seasons, I finally got my wish as Season 3 was a strike-shortened 13 episodes. However, the story arcs still feel drawn out (and a bit re-hashed). Parts of the show are still good, like the escape scenes, but I was mostly uninterested in the season. The addition of Jodi Lyn O'Keefe is laughable, particularly when she tries to be a bad ass. T-Bag is generally wasted as well, and the only characters I really enjoyed were Mahone (William Fichtner) and Bellick (Wade Williams). I know I said last week I was going to hold off on this season, but I figured I get through the 13 episodes rather quickly. I was thinking of holding off on Season Four as well, but I might as well finish 'er out.