So, last night I was sitting at my computer, unable to sleep, enjoying the sounds of A Dog's Breakfast on a repeat loop when I found myself revisiting the same three websites over and over. I had $20 to kill and around 2am, I finally figured out what to do with it. Going to fandango.com, I purchased tickets to see both Star Trek and Wolverine, same day and one after the other. I figured, hey, I like both movies and have wanted to go and see them, so why not do them both the next day... I sit here now, just getting back from both movies, quite impressed all together.
Star Trek-
This was the first movie I went to see around noon. The opening sequence was quite spectacular and the storyline was pretty amazing. I did enjoy the fact that they didn't go with the idea of the crew's real past. I wasn't really looking forward to that type of story. David Hewlett said it right, I kind of got a hint of Star Trek 90210 here and there throughout the movie and some scenes were slow moving, while others failed to show why they were even created. That did leave a slight sour taste in my mouth. But to feel the rush when tiny hints of the original series were made throughout... I mean, WOW!! I loved the little quarks, the little "Kirking" here and there. One thing that totally surprised me was the "blink and you'll miss it" shot of Paul McGillion! If you don't all know already, he's a hottie and I like him VERY much!! It was great seeing that tiny bit of a cross over and made me pay attention a tad closer. All in all, Star Trek was pretty awesome and I think it was worth the watch.
Wolverine-
By process of elimination, you should already know this was the second and last movie I watched today. By golly, I sure did like it! Two words: Hugh J-A-C-K-M-A-N!! I mean, who wouldn't like it?! I TOTALLY loved the opener and the back story told of Logan's childhood. It really did help bring into prospective his... ... ...pent up aggression and fear of his past. I couldn't have developed the character any better! Again, there were a few scenes that ran slow, but they all fit and brought meaning to the film. The development of the other characters was also brilliant, as was the visual effects. I must say, I left that movie VERY satisfied!
I am usually not one for public movie theaters and big screen features, but this experience was quite memorable. Maybe it was where I was sitting, or the stash of candy in my bag, or simply great story writing and quality entertainment that leaves me with few complaints, but rather high raves and two thumbs up for this pair of great films!
Peace It.
Star Trek-
This was the first movie I went to see around noon. The opening sequence was quite spectacular and the storyline was pretty amazing. I did enjoy the fact that they didn't go with the idea of the crew's real past. I wasn't really looking forward to that type of story. David Hewlett said it right, I kind of got a hint of Star Trek 90210 here and there throughout the movie and some scenes were slow moving, while others failed to show why they were even created. That did leave a slight sour taste in my mouth. But to feel the rush when tiny hints of the original series were made throughout... I mean, WOW!! I loved the little quarks, the little "Kirking" here and there. One thing that totally surprised me was the "blink and you'll miss it" shot of Paul McGillion! If you don't all know already, he's a hottie and I like him VERY much!! It was great seeing that tiny bit of a cross over and made me pay attention a tad closer. All in all, Star Trek was pretty awesome and I think it was worth the watch.
Wolverine-
By process of elimination, you should already know this was the second and last movie I watched today. By golly, I sure did like it! Two words: Hugh J-A-C-K-M-A-N!! I mean, who wouldn't like it?! I TOTALLY loved the opener and the back story told of Logan's childhood. It really did help bring into prospective his... ... ...pent up aggression and fear of his past. I couldn't have developed the character any better! Again, there were a few scenes that ran slow, but they all fit and brought meaning to the film. The development of the other characters was also brilliant, as was the visual effects. I must say, I left that movie VERY satisfied!
I am usually not one for public movie theaters and big screen features, but this experience was quite memorable. Maybe it was where I was sitting, or the stash of candy in my bag, or simply great story writing and quality entertainment that leaves me with few complaints, but rather high raves and two thumbs up for this pair of great films!
Peace It.
