Catching up

I've watched another episode of Miami Vice. They are going to do an updated version of the popular television series. Miami Vice changed the way we looked at television in the 80's. In the film version, Jamie Foxx and Colin Farell will star. Looks like it may be interesting. I watched the Bourne Supremecy, but it wasn't as good as The Bourne Identity. It does have moments. The films are based on the novels by Robert Ludlum which are very good. If you love espionage and intrigue then you'll enjoy the books. If you're a fan of Matt Damon then check out the film. That and the fact that Julia Stiles is in the film is why I purchased it. Last night I watched a film that I had never seen in its entirity. The film is called Penitentiary, which stars Leon Isaac Kennedy. I always thought his wife, the lovely Jayne Kennedy was in this film, but I was wrong. The film has moments and it did create a sequel which I did see because Playboy centerfold, Ola Ray had a small part in the film. It's good to go back from time to time to see those films that one enjoyed when they were younger. Some films hold up, such as Coffy which stars Pam Grier, but others fall short and are just seen as guilty pleasures which is the case of Blacula. The 70's was the age of Blaxploitation films and there were some good ones. I need to catalog some films now. Thanks for stopping by; keep an open mind. Tonights feature might be the Feast of All Saints. Here are some films I'll be watching this week. Trapped with Kevin Bacon and Cherlize Theron, Queen of the Damned with the late singer Aliyah, The Piano II with Johnny Depp and The Legend of Bagger Vance with Will Smith.

The Big Hit

I've seen this movie several times. It's one of those movies that just makes you feel good. It's a comedy drama with some action and attractive faces. The film stars, Mark Walhberg, Lou Diamond Phillips and Christina Applegate. It's a story about a hit man with a heart. It's about using people and betrayal. If you're looking for a fun film to watch, this is a good one. Here are some other film recommendations: Up the Creek without a Paddle, Dude, Where's my car?, The American Pie movies or the Scary Movie movies. LOL. Thanks for stopping by; keep an open mind.

Snipes & A Soldier's Story

Snipes is a film about hip hop music and what happens when dreams are shattered before they begin. The film stars Nelly, and Dean Winters. A Soldier’s Story by Charles Fuller based upon his Pulitzer Prize winning play of the same name. The film stars, Howard E. Rollins, Adolph Caesar, Denzel Washington, Robert Townsend, David Allen Grier and Patti Labelle as Big Mary. As a stage Play it is intense and the movie brings that same intensity with such a great cast. The film is directed by Norman Jewison. If you haven’t seen this film or even heard of the play, I highly recommend you see this film. Spike Lee’s School Daze is the only other film I know to really deal with racism amongst blacks. That happens to be my favorite Spike Lee film. Thanks for stopping by; keep an open mind.

xXx State of the Union

Sounds like the title of a porn film. I picked up this film because it starred Willem Dafoe. Willem usually plays these bizarre characters. He played Gas in eXistenz and he was a villain in Speed 2. His role in Shadow of a Vampire earned him an Oscar nom and he was incredible in Animal Factory. State of the Union wasn't all that great. I will have to watch it again. One reason is that I was cooking dinner and trying to see the film which means the opening didn't have my full attention. Sometimes that makes all the difference in the world when it comes to film. The film also stars, Ice Cube and Samuel Jackson. I know it wasn't the film I said I would watch, but that happens also. The mood changes. So tonight's film is anyone's guess. I'm trying to watch films I haven't seen before. I have all these films I've purchased and haven't watched. LOL. Thanks for stopping by; keep an open mind.

Cat Woman

There was talk of a sequel to this film. I watched it again last night for the 3rd time. Halle Berry is an exceptional actress. She's been choosing the right roles which is difficult for most black actresses. If a script is good and the characters are real then take the role and prosper. If you haven't seen Cat Woman, check it out. The film stars, Halle Berry, Benjamin Bratt and Sharon Stone. Thanks for stopping by; keep an open mind. Tonights feature will probably be A Place in the sun with Montgomery Cliff and Elizabeth Taylor.

Day After Tomorrow

I've watched this film 3 times now. I just get in these moods when I want to see certain films. Last week I watched War of the Worlds which gave me a flashback of Katrina and now this film. A few months ago I watched Category 6 which was also about the ultimate of disasters around the world all at once. One day it could happen. I would hope not because we'd really be in trouble. The special effects in the film are really good. It's difficult to tell a story when you only have a short period of time. I'd be able to tell more in a book about Katrina as opposed to doing a film unless it were a mini series. It's going to come together. It will be slow, but once I get that flow it will be steady. Thanks for stopping by; keep an open mind. I think I may watch Myra Breckenridge tonight. I want to watch something I haven't seen yet. Time for something new.

I'm still watching

Since It's hard out here for a pimp won an Oscar for original song I've been in a good mood. The fact that Philip Seymour Hoffman has won an Oscar has made me happy. In time Terrence Howard will win an Oscar. There are many great performances for him to give. Just as Seymour has done with Magnolia, Boogie Nights, Happiness and The Talented Mr. Ripley. Tonight I watched I Robot which I enjoyed for the second time. Tomorrow I'll watch Day After Tomorrow. I'm going to have to get me a television and DVD player to watch movies on. It takes its toll on the laptop. I watched War of the Worlds while I was in NOLA and the special effects were remarkable. The story however was weak. I'm glad King Kong won a few Oscars. The special effects as I stated in my review were spectacular. Once I file away my DVDs I'll see how many openings I have to purchase movies for my collection. Thanks for stopping by; keep an open mind.