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Review: Eragon

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Eragon (2006)

I've heard that the book Eragon is very good. I've heard that its sequel Eldest is not. Unforutnately, the movie falls into the latter category. Eragon (the movie) wasn't actually bad; it just wasn't good. Everything felt like something that I'd seen before. The worst part of the movie is that I'm not sure that I want to keep the novel on my reading list. I was disappointed when I missed Eragon in the theater. Thankfully, I saved myself some money and only had to be disappointed at the cost of a Blockbuster rental.

Posted Monday, January 28, 2008 1:52 PM by MSWallack | with 0 comments

Review: Enchanted

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Enchanted (2007)

Maybe it's because I watched this movie with my 8-year old daughter who adores Disney princesses, but I have to say that Enchanted was ... well ... enchanting (I know, I know...too easy). The story was great fun and offered entertainment for both the kids and adults. And Amy Adams has star written all over her. I highly recommend Enchanted (not just for kids, either). I have a feeling that when the DVD is released, it will be on the frequent play shelf in our house.

Posted Monday, January 28, 2008 1:46 PM by MSWallack | with 0 comments

Review: Elf

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Elf (2003)

Cute and sweet. Probably the first film starring Will Farrell that I've enjoyed.

Posted Monday, January 28, 2008 1:43 PM by MSWallack | with 0 comments

Review: Ella Enchanted

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Ella Enchanted (2004)

I enjoyed this far more than I thought I would. Think of a cross between The Princess Bride and Shrek and you'll have a good idea of the fantasy world that the characters inhabit. The movie would get four stars if a few of the special effects weren't so glaringly bad.

Posted Monday, January 28, 2008 1:41 PM by MSWallack | with 0 comments

Review: Doom

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Doom (2005)

I have been a fan of the game Doom since it first came out, so I really wanted to like the movie. Alas, while it had some moments, it didn't have enough of them. Certainly not the worst movie of the year, but not worth a sequel unless they do a much better job.

Posted Monday, January 28, 2008 1:36 PM by MSWallack | with 0 comments

Review: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story

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Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004)

This is a really, really stupid movie. But it is a really, really funny stupid movie. This was one of those rare comedies where the entire audience is laughing out loud for large portions of the film. I don't usually like to see comedies in the theater, but this one was worthwhile. The humor is often juvenile, but so what. It is very, very funny.

Posted Monday, January 28, 2008 1:33 PM by MSWallack | with 0 comments