REVIEW: Push
Push - It could have been good. I really think so. But the clunky dialogue, the extra-convoluted script, and seemingly hundreds of speaking characters undo the film before it even gets going. Plus, the film was obviously meant to have a sequel or two, but it doesn’t and probably won’t, thusly making the film a lame duck. Only Dakota Fanning is able to rise above the films general shittiness, though she unintentionally gives the film levity... Read More
REVIEW: Angel (Season 1, Episodes 2-15)
Angel (Season 1, Episodes 2-15) - Again, it’s not afraid to kill of characters. And what’s more, the show gives each characters death weight. Doyle’s death (Episode 9) comes not so much as a surprise, but as a sad, well done, payoff to a character arc. An arc that leaves behind an impression. It’s nice that his death isn’t glossed over in the next few episodes, but his presence is still felt in the gang. The episode in... Read More
April 20 – April 26
What we’re watching this week: Justified (Season 1, Episodes 1&2) As previously written, I love Timothy Olyphant. Absolutely love him. And this show has done nothing to change my view on him. I think I like him here more than in Deadwood, not the show mind you, but him. (He has more to do here than in Deadwood.) Justified just hasn’t seemed to hit its stride yet. It’s still drawing its characters, which is fine by me. It reminds me a lot... Read More
REVIEW: Sorority Row
Sorority Row – Better than it had to be, not close too good enough to recommend to anyone. Just go and watch Black Christmas if you want to see sorority girls such as Slutty, Bitchy and The Good Soul – fight off a murderous entity. The most disappointing thing about Sorority Row is that after 90 minutes, the film almost overcomes itself, only to trip up on the most unnecessary reveal of the villain. It didn’t need to be him. It didn’t need... Read More
REVIEW: Breaking Bad (Season 2, Episode 1-7)
Breaking Bad (Season 2, Episode 1-7) – It’s a very good show with almost no likable characters. Seven episodes into the Season 2, and I’m having a hard time wanting to continue. As a rule, I try to only spend time with shows/characters that I can imagine spending the same amount of time talking to in real life. I’m trying to be flexible with this show. Trying hard, really hard. Read More
REVIEW: Better Off Ted (Season 1)
Better Off Ted (Season 1) – Quickly becoming a new favorite. It’s fast, witty and lovely. Better Off Ted is the most good-hearted, cynical show I can imagine. It’s a screwball comedy. It’s good for two or three strong belly laughs an episode. Watch it before it gets canceled. (Now, that it has been canceled, what it on Netflix Instant.) Read More
REVIEW: Twilight: New Moon
Twilight: New Moon – Makes the first film feel like it’s paced like His Girl Friday. Nowhere near bad enough to be enjoyed, and well enough produced to just depress you. Read More
REVIEW: Castle (Season 2, Episode 20)
Castle (Season 2, Episode 20) – I love this show, but then again I’m a sucker for a little noir mixed with romance. This last weeks episode (The Late Shaft) was not one of the show’s best, dealing with the murder of a late night host by one of his many usurpers. It just didn’t have the energy that the best Castle episodes have. That said, I’m still a sucker for this show. Read More
IN THE NEWS: Born Lucky’s March Wrap-up
In March, we were kept busy by working on two project for The Century Council. The first was a PSA featuring 12-Time Olympic Medalist Dara Torres and 24 State Attorney Generals. The spots were shot on the RED over a 10 hour period in the beginning of March. Watch one example below: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b45NKDXm1f4&hl=en_US&fs=1&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca] Not to be idle, we followed up this shoot with a PSA... Read More
