Elektra

I decide to go ahead and list this one after Daredevil, since Elektra makes her first appearance there. It was nice to see a Marvel Universe heroine, for a change :) but then again she's an assassin as well. Elektra's story was a cool movie to watch. The red outfit is kicking. I wish it had been a little more in depth, since I have read a few of her comics.

Made in 2006,  Jennifer Garner, Terence Stamp, Kirsten Prout

Rated PG-13, 96 Minutes

20th Century Fox



DareDevil

This was a pretty cool movie. I have the director's cut which to me is far better because it expands on the storyline and increases the movie length by 30 minutes. It fills in details and gaps. It does raise the rating from PG-13 to R due to increased violence and language.

This is another movie brought to you by the Marvel Universe of comics. Daredevil's story translates well into a movie. Lots of superhero action, plot, and little romance goes far with this film. I didn't really read any of the DD comics, so the film expands enough upon the characters for you to understand them, be amazed, and enjoy the ride, even if you weren't a comic book follower.

The movie also brings out the character Elektra, who has her own movie as well.

Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner, Michael Clarke Duncan, Colin Farrel

This movie is rated R, PG-13 version available. Made in 2003.

20th Century Fox

Tristan + Isolde

This is an epic movie, along the lines of Romeo and Juliet. These are James Franco's and Sophia Myles best performances by far. The storyline is superior and the sword fighting scenes are impressive. I really thought this was a great movie.

This an action/ romance/ drama.

This movie has James France, Sophia Myles, Rufus Sewell, in it.

Rated PG-13. 125 minutes

Twentieth Century Fox

Bulletproof Monk

Bulletproof Monk wasn't a bad movie. I won't say it was great. I have seen other films of both Chow-Yuan Fat and Seann William Scott that I liked more. Since I like action, adventure, and fantasy movies, this has a combination of all. They just didn't go deep enough into any of it to satisfy me. Maybe it was the Nazis...
If you've never seen it, I'd say it's worth a rent or if you're a fan of either of these actors, add it to your collection.

Rated PG-13. Made in 2003. 104 minutes long.

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen

This movie takes place in 1899 and uses literary fictional giants like Tom Sawyer, Mina Harker, Allan Quartermain, The Invisible Man, Captain Nemo, Dr.Jekyll, ectera... I didn't think I was going to like this movie at first, but I was wrong.

 It is an excellent adventure/action/ fantasy move that breathes life into stale previously used characters.
Stars: Sean Connery, Stuart Townsend, Shane West, PetaWilson, Jason Flemyng

Rated PG-13. Running time 110 minutes

Twentieth Century Fox



The Patriot

The Patriot is set in the beginning of the Revolutionary War. I like the era authenticity of the language, wardrobe, sets, and sequences. The storyline is draws you in. The film may not be historically accurate but it is highly engrossing.

This is a historical drama movie. Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger

The Patriot is rated R. Running time 157 minutes

Made in 2000. Columbia Pictures

Trilogy: Pitch Black, The Chronicles of Riddick, and Dark Fury

I had these originally as single dvds. Then Pitch Black got damaged and I got the Tripack with all three movies on it. Riddick is one of my favorite antiheroes. This movies has alot of good one liners and fresh mythos/scifi set. There are also different versions of this movie as well. I noticed between watching the original single dvds and the tripack. Dark Fury is an anime.
My favorite parts of Pich Black were :
"Where can I get eyes like that?" and "Looks clear,"

This is a Sci Fi /action movie: Vin Diesel

Pitch Black is rated R and Chronicles of Riddick is rated PG-13, or unrated version.
Pitch Black running time: 1hr 49 minutes. Chronicles of Riddick 2 hours.
Pitch Black 2000. Chronicles of Riddick 2004.
Universal Pictures

Ironman

I'll go ahead and admit it. I like comic books turned into movies. I enjoyed see Tony Stark's story brought to life from the Marvel Universe and the beginning of S.H.I.E.L.D. I think this is Robert Downey Jr's best role.
I also liked Gwyneth Paltrow as Pepper Potts.
It also has a sequel Ironman 2.

Action/ fantasy movie: Robert Downey Jr, Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard, Jeff Bridges.

Made in 2008. Running time 125 minutes. Rated PG-13.
Paramount Pictures

Kung Fu Hustle

Kung Fu Hustle is a funny, campy, martial arts movie. From dancing mobsters in tuxedos to budda palm fight sequences and the toe crusher, it'll keep you entertained. It kinda reminds me of a cleaner version of Kill Bill.
It's worth a watch.


Comedy / Action genre: Stephen Chow

Made in 2004. Running time 100 minutes. Rated R.
Sony Pictures

Trilogy: Underworld, Underworld Evolution, and Rise of the Lycans

Underworld has a good storyline, and special effects. It's a vampiric/werewolf horror fantasy based movie trilogy. It's not another horror movie that uses gore for the sake of gore for shock entertainment.

In Underworld and Evolution, I enjoyed seeing a strong female lead character with substance, Selene. Underworld and Evolution are set in today/future.
In Rise of the Lycans, the werewolf leader, Lucian, (Michael Sheen) and his back story is told. Rise of the Lycans is set in the past.
 Horror, fantasy, action : Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Michael Sheen, Bill Nighy

These movies come in rated R or not rated versions. Underworld was made in 2003. Evolution was made in 2006. Rise of the Lycans was made in 2009.
Sony Pictures

50 First Dates

This movie is one of my all time favorites. It's a great movie for couch snuggling or just run in the background for noise. The soundtrack is good as well. 50 First Dates is set in Hawaii, and an aquarium where the ultimate bachelor faces the ultimate challenge. Check out the penguin and the walrus. Sing it with me, "Forgetful Lucy, bumped her head like..."

If you haven't added this one to your DVD collection, you're missing out. If you liked Happy Gilmore or the Wedding Singer, you'll enjoy this movie.

Romantic Comedy: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Rob Schneider, Sean Austin
It was made in 2004. Running time 99 minutes. Rated PG-13.
Columbia Pictures

A different movie every night

In a search for something entertaining, I'm going to try to watch every movie available on DVD, catalog it, and offer suggestions for the perpetual question of what are we going to watch tonight...Hopefully you'll find something you're interested in :)
This is a work in progess, so check back daily.