Inception: Best. Movie. Ev–Not Quite, But Close
Though I was skeptical at first, I ventured into the unknown that is Inception. Not being a fan of Leo DiCaprio, I already formulated an opinion on the movie. He did, however, change my mind and change it fast. Inception’s trailers are purposefully vague…and so are all the synopsises you’ve read. However, those summaries are pretty accurate. The movie does take place in the mind (mostly at least) but not to give it away, Leo’s team steals secrets by infiltrating the mind, or dreams. The movie then takes you into Leo’s character as the main thrust and it gets pretty awesome after that. Christopher Nolan knows how to concoct a movie out of a simple concept, and best of all, he captures all the details through film. You do have to pay close attention to the movie from beginning to end to pick up on all aspects of it. Even then, you’re still not going to believe how it ends up. The direction is steady, enabling you to actually get into the film without feeling like you’re on a roller coaster. Characters are hateable, but in a good way, and the only one you’re feeling sorry for is Ellen Page (You’ll know what I mean when you watch it). If you missed the first few minutes of the movie, because that’s your M.O. don’t bother finishing it. Nolan is as detailed as any director, even more so than Quentin Tarantino. This movie doesn’t quite get a perfect 10 rating, but it’s close. I gave Pulp Fiction a 10, but this is about a 9.8. The only flaw in it, is that you do want that clear resolutions at the end. You sort of expect it, but then when “it” happens, you’re wondering how you want to feel about it. Think of this movie like a mix between the Matrix and the Usual Suspects. I know, it’s weird to think about the two extremes, but bear with me and use a little imagination. If you haven’t seen it, you need to. Nolan is sheer genius.
Much Ado About Nothing: Fox Kiss in Body Not That Great
Many salivating guys across the country I’m sure are lining up to watch the Diablo Cody-written flick, Jennifer’s Body. Whether it’s the sultry actress Megan Fox or just the general love of scifi (probably the former), the movie expects to be one of the highest grossing this weekend, next to Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. However, I must say I’ve seen the movie and guys will probably be disappointed with the onscreen kiss with Amanda Seifreid. Both are attractive, but there was something definitely forced in the scene(s). Guys, I’m sorry, but you’re going to be disappointed in seeing the movie if that’s what you’re banking on. The movie, however, is pretty good, not great. This isn’t my typical review blog, but I had to warn guys before they spend the money on Fox. In my movie, at least, I was able to get the teaser for Inception(It’s the same teaser everyone has seen). Nothing new was revealed, however, my Hollywood insider has told me that Inception is a movie that is based primarily on Joseph Gordon-Leavitt’s character, not DiCaprio. Much of the movie takes place in DiCaprio’s mindscape and nothing is real and there are agents that move between the dream world and the real. Think Matrix. This informant is shooting 70 percent, but there’s not telling where this info falls. Maybe that will be confirmed in full trailer set to come out in November. We’ll see. As far as Jennifer’s Body goes, it’s worth a look. It’s funny/horror/suspense and drama wrapped up into one. 7.