The Princess Bride
To sum up this movie plainly, true love is the noblest cause. This classic love story is filled with both action and humor- far from a chick flick (despite the excess of estrogen emanating from the title). Told by a grandfather to his nephew, this tale involves the ominous capture of a princess, a run-in with both poison and torture, and misfit henchmen driven by a passion (revenge and… well, rhyming), all leading up to a young man’s undying quest to be with his true love. How inconceivable! You won’t be disappointed once you get pulled into this story. You might even, like the primary listener, want to hear it again.
To sum up this movie plainly, true love is the noblest cause. This classic love story is filled with both action and humor- far from a chick flick (despite the excess of estrogen emanating from the title). Told by a grandfather to his nephew, this tale involves the ominous capture of a princess, a run-in with both poison and torture, and misfit henchmen driven by a passion (revenge and… well, rhyming), all leading up to a young man’s undying quest to be with his true love. How inconceivable! You won’t be disappointed once you get pulled into this story. You might even, like the primary listener, want to hear it again.
PG, classic love story, action, humor
Die Hard 4, Live Free or Die Hard
What happens when electricity of an entire nation shuts down? Well, all hell breaks loose, of course. And where you’ll find that, you’ll find John McClain. This cop from New York City might have gained some years since his last run-in with trouble, but don’t let that make you turn off the television. This action-packed movie is the best in the Die Hard series. Laced with humorous verbal remarks all over the place, this plot is about a menacing plan for a ‘fire sale’ (aka: COUNTRY-WIDE BLACK OUT). When the United States starts to shut down, it’s up to McClain to save the day. But he’s not alone. This time, he’s got an oblivious computer whiz with him. The kid is an internet hacker- who was tricked into contributing to this entire nation-wide meltdown. Since he’s the one that cracked the code, he might be the only one that can stop it. That is, if McClain and the kid can make it to the Eastern Hub alive. Oh, did I mention helicopter chase and various assassins?
PG-13, action, humor, stuff that blows up
The Prestige
Are you watching closely? This thrilling mystery follows the lives of two young friends… young magicians… young enemies. The movie starts at the end: one magician in jail, reading the diary of his rival- whose murder he has been framed for… grasping at the pages for the secret. You go through the past seeing the tragic accident that started it all, the mutinous sabotages, and the life-long obsession of learning each other’s secrets. The thrill of the mystery soon consumes you, too; you can try, but you won’t guess it. The secrets are only revealed in the final act… the prestige.
Are you watching closely? This thrilling mystery follows the lives of two young friends… young magicians… young enemies. The movie starts at the end: one magician in jail, reading the diary of his rival- whose murder he has been framed for… grasping at the pages for the secret. You go through the past seeing the tragic accident that started it all, the mutinous sabotages, and the life-long obsession of learning each other’s secrets. The thrill of the mystery soon consumes you, too; you can try, but you won’t guess it. The secrets are only revealed in the final act… the prestige.
PG-13, mystery, thriller, drama
Kung Fu Panda
Everybody was kung fu fighting, yes, we know. But this animated movie puts a new spin on things and makes you want to sing that song anyways. The main character is played by Jack Black (Tropic Thunder, The Holiday, Nacho Libre, School of Rock). The story is about a food-happy panda who idolized the amazing kung fu fighters of the age: The Furious Five. When news gets out that a new dragon warrior is being chosen, Po (Jack Black) rushes to the scene hoping to catch a glimpse of his heroes. But, he’s chosen as the dragon warrior instead, surprising all of China, himself included. Join in his hilarious journey to becoming a master of kung fu, earning the immaculate ‘Dragon Scroll’- the secret to unbeatable power.
PG, comedy, animated, wooshi finger hold
10 Things I Hate About You
How do I loathe thee? Let me count the ways… This movie is a remake of Shakespeare’s play “The Taming of the Shrew.” When the new boy, Cameron, moves into town and meets Bianca, the girl of his dreams, there’s just one problem: She isn’t allowed to date… until her sister does. Meet her sister, Kat: tough, opinionated, all for feminine prose, and all against conformity. She’s the rebel of the school and nobody wants to even cross her path, let alone date her! There’s only one guy in the school that would be a possible taker for the job. Patrick, the outcast who will most likely rip your head off if you stare at him the wrong way, agrees to take out Kat (as long as he gets paid for it). Things start to look up for Cameron as Kat and Patrick don’t immediately attack each other. Yet, problems do arise when something unexpected happens… the rebel and outcast fall for each other!
PG-13, comedy, love story
School of Rock
When it comes to Mr. Schneebly’s class, creating musical fusion is just what they do. Seriously, ditch the math and history, recess and band practice for the rest of the day. When a run-down wanna be rock star poses as a substitute teacher in one of the preppiest elementary schools in the country, something’s gotta give. And it’s school work that’s leavin’ in this classroom! Soon after arrival, the rocker realizes these 11-year old kids have musical talent- and possible rocker potential. With the doors of his classroom closed, he secretly teaches his students about the legends, the passion, and the ways of rock and roll, eventually aspiring to compete in the Battle of the Bands.
PG-13, humor, more humor
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