The 40 Year Old Virgin
A funny, crude movie with a soft, lovable center. It's the unapologetic gags that won me over, as well as the hilarious supporting characters. Probably not a movie to see with your parents: just a heads up.
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August 26, 2005
August 23, 2005
Goodbye, Emma
Three weeks ago we found out that our golden retriever, Emma, had cancer. Today we had to say goodbye to her: on her 9th birthday, no less. Goodbye, Emma. We'll miss you so much.
August 20, 2005
Garden State
I loved this movie. It is such a refreshing story that effortlessly avoids so many of the Hollywood cliches. Many of the characrers just exist, and we're glad to meet them even if they don't move "the story" along. Because this movie really is about people with their quirks and their struggles with understanding the purpose of their lives. Zach Braff is a very, very talented dude, and I'm really looking forward to following his career both as a director and an actor. Natilie Portman: love her, excellent in this role. Also, while the soundtrack is fantastic, it's the effective use of that soundtrack within the movie that was so impressive. I don't think I'll ever be able to hear "New Slang" by The Shins again without thinking of this movie.
August 03, 2005
The Last Samurai
I liked this movie, despite the frustratingly unrealistic "lone survivor" ending. I liked this movie because of the beautiful way it portrays Japan in the last days of the samurai. The cinematography is breathtaking, and I found myself engrossed in the culture presented: the single-minded pursuit of perfection in whatever they do. The rest of the movie is good enough: a decent sense of humor and some impressive battle scenes balance the story. Ken Watanabe is very, very good in his role.