Current Shows that I'm Watching

There's not many summer shows that I love, but I have found a few good ones:

The Hard Times of Rj Berger: This is sort of a guilty pleasure, for it is not the best show in the world. It comes on MTV and it is a comedy about a nerd's journey through high school. It is actually pretty funny, even if it is not the best acting or the best quality. It keeps me laughing and I have never before seen an MTV show that has intelligence, this one does.

61/100

Royal Pains: This is a fairly popular USA show that I started watching last year. It is not great either, but it is mildly entertaining. It is about a concierge doctor in the Hamptons, his brother, and his assistant. It is a little more unique than most hospital-esque dramas, but it can be really formulatic.

59/100

Sorry I have not been posting every single day, I will try starting today to keep up with it better.

Black Dynamite..wow.

Today I watched the critically acclaimed blaxploitation comedy "Black Dynamite". I am speechless after watching this film. It was completely insane, yet utterly hilarious. It is one of those films that succeeds at being ridiculous and stupid, while making you crack up. The writing behind this movie was actually very intelligent, making every detail perfect. It was the presentation that made it so dumb and hilarious.

With that being said, I went into this movie expecting a ton of laughs, and it completely delivered. But I have to warn anyone considering watching this film that it is very, very raunchy. However, if you can handle raunchiness it is actually very funny and clever. The action in this movie is spot on and really laughable. It started off a little too annoying for me, but I quickly warmed up to it and found it to be one of the funniest comedies I have seen.

This is a hard one to recommend, due to the zaniness of it, but for anyone open minded enough to see a crazy comedy with hilarious one liners, and great action; I strongly recommend you see this film. All the issues aside, it was completely hysterical.

89/100

New Boondocks, titled "Pause"

Tonight at 11:30 EST the new Boondocks episode aired. You may remember me blogging about a not so great episode last week, but this one is the complete opposite. It was hilarious! It started (and revolved around) a brilliant Tyler Perry satire. As a Tyler Perry fan, I found it especially funny. There were some moments of complete weirdness but I have come to germs with the fact that that is just the way the show is written. Tyler Perry, who was under a different name in the show, was portrayed as the leader of a cult. That part of the episode was partially weird and partially funny. Where it really excelled was in the hilarious view of Tyler Perry plays. There is also a Rocky Horror Picture Show reference! Overall it was a very funny episode of a unique show. While I liked it, I recognize that there is only a very specific audience that will enjoy it.
67/100

Change in contact info

Hey guys I was just letting you know that my new contact email is:

contactcinemaod@aim.com

You may ask me any question, give a suggestion, or anything along those lines and I will always respond. My last account was inactive, but this one is officially in use.

Quick Post (:

Hello everyone I just wanted to make a quick post explaining something that could possibly bring up some confusion. Sometimes the rating of the movie I am currently reviewing will earn a higher rating than one of my top ten films. That does not mean it replaces any spot in my top ten. It is based on the overall quality of the film, not specially how much I enjoyed it.

I'm back for good, with Toy Story 3!

Hey guys I'm sorry that I haven't really been doing my daily reviews. I was on vacation and very busy but I am back now and will do a daily review.

Tonight I saw Toy Story 3, the final chapter in Pixar's amazing series. It did not let me down a single bit. It was great! The story was amazing, there were great action scenes, there were so many touching moments! I cannot think of a better way I would've wanted the series to end. Some people have claimed that it was the best in the series, and I can definitely see why they would say that. Personally, I didn't find it to be the best in the series, but quality-wise it was on par with the first two. My main concern before seeing this was that it may be more childish than the past two, but it was not at all. I recommend it to everyone! Who doesn't love Toy Story?

It's really hard to score some movies, and for some reason this is one of them, but the score is somewhere along the lines of 100/100.

Also, I finished season one of "Nurse Jackie" which I learned was the only season currently out. It was very, very good, but somewhat depressing. My opinions of many characters shifted, especially Jackie. It was a little but predictable, yet still good. It was a good way to end the season, and keep you wanting to come back for more. I am highly anticipating season two.

Lastly, on my plane home I watched the popular teen comedy "Superbad". This was not my first time watching this film, I have seen it many times, but I thought I would review it now. It's really one of those classic sex comedies and it is written with intelligence. It kind of goes over the top at times with the dialogue, but it will always keep you laughing. The story is not nearly as predictable as you would think, and the acting is really well done. It is not a perfect movie, with some juvenile moments and misfired jokes, but when it shines, it is hysterically funny. There is also great chemistry between the leads, but sometimes the high school setting seems painfully unrealistic. Aside from those negative facets, it is a pretty good movie. I would probably give it an 84/100.

That is all I really have for today, but I will be back tomorrow with some more content. Thank you all for your patience while I was away.

Sorry!

Hey guys, I'm sorry that I didn't do a post yesterday. I was traveling most of the day. Today I just have a little bit to write about.


First of all, I have been watching more Nurse Jackie, and it is amazing as always. Normally "Showtime" shows can tend to take a turn for the completely absurd (in an entertaining way) and I am really glad that this show has decided not to go down that path and instead stay serious.


Second of all, I don't know if any of you have heard of "The Boondocks". It is a quirky show, it follows two urban children in the suburbs of Chicago. It is an animated show and it tends to be generally violent. Sometimes it can be entertaining, with morals, and sometimes it is just weird. I watched a WEIRD episode last night. It was a really recent episode entitled "Smoking with Ciggarettes" and it was just really low quality.

Lastly, I am very excited to go see Toy Story 3 this weekend and I will hopefully have a review of that posted on Saturday! I will be doing alot more movie reviews soon!

Grey Gardens (2009)

Hello everyone, today I watched the made for TV Movie "Grey Gardens". It premiered on HBO in 2009 and won "Outstanding Made for Television Movie" at the Oscars. It was based off of a documentary that was released in 1975. It was about the aunt and cousin of Jacqueline Kennedy and their lives in the once beautiful home entitled Grey Gardens. It was a wonderfully made movie undoubtedly, and the acting was outstanding. It was one of the best roles that Drew Barrymore has ever played. However, the story was just extremely depressing. I cannot say that I disliked the film because of this, but it just made it somewhat difficult to watch. However, I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is a fan of Drew Barrymore, because she is amazing in this movie. If you hate sad films then I would advise against this one, however, it is a very well made and well acted film that I personally enjoyed.

71/100

It's an addiction..

As you can probably tell from my previous post, I found Nurse Jackie to be vert interesting. Tonight I discovered that it can also be very addicting (hmm flashback to watching all the seasons of Weeds!). In fact, I am only posting this in between episodes. I just wanted to give you guys a little bit of insight into the story and what sets it apart from all of the other hospital shows out there. The story revolves around a nurse who has a very distinct personality. She is very harsh and fierce, but always means well. It is clear that she is a good person at heart. She is addicted to painkillers and sometimes struggles with all the incompetence in the world in this day and age.

Now I know what many of you are probably thinking, because I even thought it myself: this seems a lot like House. I used to be an avid viewer of House, and I can say I've seen about 30 episodes. In my opinion, House was good but it followed basically the same formula each and every episode. There is an ordinary event that goes wrong because someone has a gross, graphic injury. The patient is then brought in and all of the doctors search for a diagnosis. The doctors are chatting with House when all of the sudden he has an epiphany, discovers the diagnosis, and saves the day. Now I know that what I just said is very general and sometimes it is not like that, but many times it is.
Nurse Jackie on the other hand just seems a lot more fresh to me. In my opinion she is a far more interesting character. Also the storyline is more complex.

If you already are a hardcore fan of House, ER, Grey's Anatomy, or Mercy: I still say give this a try. It will be a change of the usual characters and stories in a familiar setting. That is my rant for this evening, and I will be back tomorrow with some more movies. I am planning on watching two but I guess it depends on how the day goes. Thanks for reading and feel free to contact me via the comments below or my email found in my About Me section.

Television Review of the Day (:

Hey guys, today I watched the Pilot (the first episode) of the popular Showtime drama/comedy Nurse Jackie. It has been talked about tons, and highly praised. I always really love Showtime shows (particularly Weeds & Dexter) and this show was no exception. Only one 30 minute episode in and it is safe to say that I am hooked. Nurse Jackie (as a character) is very interesting and the hospital workplace is shown from an interesting point of view. I can definitely tell you that I will finish this whole season, probably within the week. The acting is great, the story is gripping and has occasional humor. I cannot really rate it because it is only episode one, but I will rate season one as a whole when I am complete with it. What I can tell you is that it appears to be a great show, and I am excited to see how the plot plays out. I will definitley keep reviewing this show as I watch. I reccomend it to everyone, especially those looking for a less rut of the mill hospital drama.

Rating Scale

I rate my movies on a scale out of 100. However, contrary to the grades given in school, you should be optimistic about the number. For example, a 60/100. In school, that would be an F and a horrible grade. However, in my grading system, you have to realize that a 100 is a perfect score. If a movie is 40 points away from being a perfect film, than it is pretty good. I just wanted to make a quick post explaining that so that you understand my system in my reviews.

My Top 10 Movies

Hi guys, I just wanna get some movie related posts up to kick off the blog, so I decided that the best way to start was to list my top 10 movies! I will do a brief review on each underneath of it, so this will be a pretty long post. But, without further introductions, here are my top 10 favorite movies of all time!

#10: (500) Days of Summer

This was a pretty recent film, it came out in 2009. It is really hard to begin to explain all the greatness that there is in this film. The two romantic leads in this film are played by Zooey Deschanel ( my love ) and Joseph-Gordon Levitt. I have to give a shout-out to Chloe Moretz (who is in another one of my favorite movies that I will be reviewing a few numbers down) who plays the little sister in this movie. She is completely hilarious, and though she is not in it a ton, she is a great addition to the film. There have been romance movies that portray perfect relationships. There have been romance movies that portray betrayal and heartbreak. But never before have I seen a relationship portrayed with such honesty as it is in this film. Also, there is quirky humor thrown in. It is a very down-to-earth, funny, indie romance with stunning visuals. I recommend it to anyone who is a fan of film.

83/100

#9: World's Greatest Dad

Where to begin with this film, where to begin. The main role is played by Robin Williams, and the title of the film indicates he is a father. If this leads you to believe that this is a family comedy, you are dead wrong. This is a VERY, VERY dark comedy, about the dysfunctional relationship between a single father and his disrespectful son. You cannot go into this movie thinking it is a comedy that will make you laugh out loud throughout. It is very dramatic, and almost heartbreaking at times. However there is certainly some things in this film that will most likely make you chuckle. There is a huge twist about 40 minutes in that I wouldn't dare ruin for you, and I would say the less you know going into this movie, the better. However I will say that this movie is very hard to stomach. Kyle (who is the son) behaves in a very, very inappropriate manner in regard to his father, his classmates, and basically his whole life. I can't say that I really LOVE to watch this movie, for it is almost stressful to watch, but I greatly admire how brilliant this film is. The acting by Robin Williams is simply amazing. I haven't seen him this good in a role for a long long time. Kyle, who is played by Daryl Sabara, does a great job at making his character seem utterly despicable. The storytelling in this film is magnificent, and for those who can handle very mature topics, this film is impossible NOT to recommend.

84/100

#8: Sideways

This is a film that certainly made a splash when it came out. It was up for 5 Oscars and 2 Golden Globes. It is considered to be a comedy, but this is not an average, laugh out loud comedy. It has feel good moments, and feel bad moments. It is about 4 people, and how their lives intertwine. Two of the main characters are going on a bachelor trip. One of them (Paul Giamatti's character) is a mature writer, who is in love with wine, but is having some relationship trouble. The other (Thomas Hayden Church's character) is basically the complete opposite. He is very immature, and he searches for women for sexual relationships only. They go on a trip together and meet the other two. It is really a great tale of friendship, with some very emotional, heartfelt moments. It has some romantic aspects to it, some dramatic parts, and even some laugh out loud funny parts. The story is really well-woven, and the acting is great. I definitely recommend this film for those who are interested in a deeper breed of drama/comedy.

87/100

#7: Kick-Ass

This is a very recent movie that really caught me by surprise. It is based off of a comic book of the same name, and it is a really interesting concept. It starts with one character Dave Lizewski, who goes basically unnoticed in school. He is considered to be a nerd, and his friends don't always treat him with the utmost respect. He wonders why no one has ever tried to be a superhero before, in the real world. He does try, and realizes how impossible it really is. There is also a side-story of a father/daughter crime fighting vigilante team played by Nicholas Cage and the wonderful aforementioned Chloe Moretz. Chloe Moretz's character really steals the show as Hit-Girl, a young girl who graphically kills anyone who truly deserves it. It's visuals are very interesting, and they sort of have a comic book feel (which makes sense since it is based off of a comedy). What I really liked about this film was that the people who made it stuck to their guns'. Kick-Ass was denied by a huge number of studios who either wanted them to tone down the violence or make it take place with older actors. But no, they didn't change a single thing. When it was finally released independently, it had great critical reception. With the sea of safe PG-13 comedies being released, this is a nice break where the director went out on a limb and incorporated profanity and violence; the turn out could not have been better. However, on a side note, this film gets very, very dark about halfway through. This is not a film that everyone will enjoy. In fact, I would consider it to be a love it or hate it type film. But for me, I fell into the love it category, and if you find the premise intriguing, I am sure you will love this film.

90/100

#6: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007)
Revenge movies can be interesting. Dark movies can be interesting. Broadway musicals can be interesting. But what happens when you combine all three of these into one topic? Sweeney Todd! As many of you may know, Sweeney Todd is based off of a Broadway musical of the same name. It is directed by Tim Burton, who can sometimes be hit & miss. But trust me when I say, this is a hit. Johnny Depp brings his A-game when acting as Sweeney, a vengeful barber. Helena Bonham Carter does an excellent job with her character as well. She plays Mrs. Lovett, owner of a struggling pie shop in London, who befriends Sweeney. The dark style in this film is magnificent and a complete show stealer. From the almost black and white coloring, to the bright red blood, this film has simply dazzling visuals. For those of you unfamiliar with the plot, it will surprise you, make you laugh, make you cry, and go through a whole whirlpool of emotions. Your love for it may not be as strong as mine, but I recommend it to everyone who loves musicals, dark movies, or revenge movies.

92/100

#5: Pan's Labyrinth

This is one of the single most beautiful films I have ever seen. Period. It has been described as "a fairy tale for adults". The story revolves around a young girl, Ophelia, who is the step daughter of a WWII Nazi commander. Ophelia and her mother both know he is not a good man, but they have to make sacrifices to survive in this hard time. There is also a fantasy aspect to this film, filled with wonderful creatures and a broad imaginative labyrinth that Ophelia discovers. Ivana Baquero does a wonderful job acting as Ophelia, the young girl with the wild imagination. The story is very intense, yet gentle. The events are all so brutal, but for Ophelia, it is all about growing up and finding adventure. You would not believe all the emotions you can experience during this film. Not to mention the intriguing symbolism and awe-inspiring visuals. Even if you don't speak the Spanish language, read the subtitles, this film is worth it. I recommend it to anyone who likes foreign films, or really any type of film for that matter.

93/100

#4: Fight Club

I doubt there are any of you who have not heard of this cult classic. The title "Fight Club" doesnt really seem like it would be for a film that is very thought provoking. That is completly incorrect for this film. I would go into detail, but the less you know about this movie going in, the better. The acting is great, as every good movie should be. There is really an interesting type of humor here. You will undoubtedly laugh out loud, but it is humor unlike you have seen before. The characters are really, really quirky and interesting. The plot has tons of twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the big reveal at the end. The cinematography is quite unique, but not outlandish. There are some really hilarious one liners in this film, but it has much more to offer than just humor and action. There is some very interesting social commentary in this film, and certain concepts will cause intelligent people to ponder upon it for days to come. Once you watch it once, you will want to watch it again. And again. I never tire of this film, and I have seen it a lot of times. Overall, this film is nothing sort of brilliant. I recommend it to anyone and everyone.

95/100

#3: Donnie Darko

This is the second cult classic to make it to the list, and this one is even more thought provoking than the last. There are not enough words in this world to describe each and every brilliant, intelligent aspect of Donnie Darko. There is so much going on, so many side stories, unexpected humor, wonderful characters, deep symbolism, and more. Not to mention the acting is spot-on. I don't want to give any of the plot away, but it is very interesting to see. It revolves around the Darko family, spefically Donnie. One of its many deep themes is the difficulty of high school life. The visuals in this movie are downright mind-bending and bizarre. You cannot miss this movie! It is a must see! You could write entire essays on this film, and how many interesting points it brings up. I recommend, no insist that everyone sees this film.

97/100

#2: Let The Right One In

Vampires! Romance! No, I am not talking about Twilight. I am talking about Let The Right One In, the beautiful Swedish film. I don't even know how to describe how amazing this film is. The two young leads are ridiculously talented, the story is rich with detail, the cinematography is the most beautiful that I have ever seen, and the tone ranges from gentle to horrifying. You will never ceased to be amazed by all the disturbing things you will see in this film. Once you see this, you will not be able to stop thinking about it. It is a movie that you will never, ever forget. However, I must warn the sensitive readers that it is very, very creepy, and can be quite graphic. But if you can handle the disturbing visuals, I can almost guarantee that you will love this film!

97/100

#1: Pulp Fiction

Has anyone not seen Pulp Fiction? Really? It is Quentin Tarantino's masterpiece. It was John Travolta's breakout role. It was the start of a long relationship between Quentin Tarantino and Uma Thurman. It is my favorite movie of all time. There are many different stories, all intertwined. It was a wonderful touch for many (including myself) to see that this film was not in chronological order. The acting is great. The story is great. The humor is great. There is virtually nothing not to like about this film (minus one scene....). You will laugh, you will applaud, you will be shocked! It is one wild ride, and it is a wild ride that you will definitely want to take.

100/100 PERFECT SCORE!

Introductions

Hello everyone, this is the first post I will be doing on this brand new blog. You can get a basic idea of what the point of this blog is from the description, and this is just sort of an introductory post. I will be doing a ton of posts and update often to ensure the latest media news is delivered. I will also do some posts about my personal favorite movies, shows, games, and things of that nature. You can contact me and I will do my best to get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you for coming to Cinema Overdose, and enjoy your stay! (: