My Personnal Collection

A nifty little anthology of animated shorts set in the world of "The Matrix". Some are better than others, but overall, it's a fantastic viewing experience that's almost on par with the first film of the trilogy.

The city is indeed dark, as are the shady characters who run it. A beautifully shot movie with fantastic special effects, a serpentine plot, and an exceptional cast that gives some of the best performances of their careers. The DVD's weak as far as special features go. But hey, I got it for $5.00, so I'm not complaining!

Cheesy monster movie action at it's finest! This movie has it all! Corny dialogue, corny acting, a corny plot, and most importantly, corny man-in-suit special effects. Not to mention, the most iconic movie monster that ever graced the silver screen, kickin' ass, bustin' heads, takin' names, and pwning his American incarnation! If this is the last Godzilla movie Japan blesses us with, the series ended on a high note. Bravo, Toho. Bravo.

Guillermo DelToro's vision of Mike Mignola's cult-classic comic of the same name is a fun action/fantasy with visual flair. And is anyone better suited to play the title character than Ron Perlman? I think not.

Many films have tried to successfully resurrect the swashbuckler. Many of them, such as "The Musketeer", are failures. This one, however, is a gem. Beautifully choreographed fights and stunts coupled with a phenomenal cast, moving score, and witty script result in some of the most fun I've ever had watching a movie. If you're looking for something like an Errol Flynn flick crossed with Indiana Jones, I cannot recommend this movie more. But stay far, far away from the piss-poor sequel.

Groundbreaking upon it's release, it still an exceptional cyberpunk sci-fi today. The action scenes are spectacular, and the concept of the human race being ruled by these machines is enough to make you ponder your own existence. And like "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" and "The Princess Bride", this movie is one of the most quotable ever made.

I hate Andrew Lloyd Webber and I hate Joel Schumacher. Apparently two wrongs DO make a right. This musical is spellbinding from start to finish. This movie is a testament to how good of an actor Gerard Butler is. Despite his limited singing voice, he makes the title character charismatic, sympathetic, and menacing at the same time. And I don't care what Broadway purists might say about Emmy Rossum. She's the perfect Christine, much better than Sarah Brightman. Patric Wilson puts on the charm in this one, unlike his sleazy performance in "Hard Candy", as Christine's love interest. And Minnie Driver is hilarious as a has-been soprano with an ego. To top it all off, the cinematography is downright spectacular.

Based upon the smash Broadway rock opera of the same name, this musical absolutely shines. The cast, all but two of which are revising their original stage roles, bring this moving story to life through the late Jonathan Larson's exceptional music and brilliant performances from all involved. Unlike most movie musicals of late, this one's entrenched in it's theatrical roots, so it's understandable that some cinephiles may not like it. I, on the other hand, got caught up in the spirit. One musical number in particular moved me so much that I actually clapped after seeing it for the first time. And the two nubies, the lovely Rosario Dawson and the smokin' hot Tracie Thoms are excellent, Thoms in particular.

Mel Brooks' funnest movie. This is far from his best (that one would be "Twelve Chairs") but it's my personal favorite. The cast is superb, the script is witty, and the humor is over the top in true Mel Brooks fashion. There are too many memorable scenes to list here. Go find a copy, and if you find it in a bargain bin, it's an absolute steal. Watch it, and you'll see what I mean. Just try not to die of laughter in the process.

This wasn't just an adaptation of Frank Miller's groundbreaking graphic novel series. It was a panel-by-panel translation. And that alone makes it worth seeing. Splashes of color add a creative, if not wholly original, touch to this already stylish black and white crime thriller. If you're a fan of comic books or film noir, it's imperative that you see this movie. It flat out rocks.

The cinematography and score are superb in Tim Burton's visceral adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's musical thriller. Johnny Depp is solid in the titular role, and the supporting cast made up of both stars and noobs are at the top of their games. The only complaint I have is that some of the musical numbers I enjoyed were either trimmed down to size too much ("Ladies in Their Sensitivities") or cut out entirely ("The Ballad of Sweeney Todd"), but that's coming from a theatre nut who's being too nit-picky. If you're not familiar with the play, though, there's nothing to prevent you from liking what this bloody revenge tale has to offer.

The characters or plot may not be well-developed, but the cast is so good that they make you believe in a world of vampires and werewolves duking it out for supremacy. More importantly, they make you care about the characters, despite how under-developed they are. And the cinematography in this slick and entertaining action/horror is absolutely beautiful.

It captures the spirit of the graphic novel it's based upon perfectly. The cast is excellent, especially Hugo Weaving as the titular character and John Hurt as the ruthless, totalitarian dictator (yes, a bit on the shallow side when compared to how he was portrayed in the graphic novel, but it's an adaptation, not a translation). Going deeper than the average comic book movie in terms of political subject matter and character development, this film, like the comic that inspired it, is a brilliant work of art.