Author Christine d'Abo » Movies

The Watchmen

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 13:26:18 +0000

There have only been a few movies that I’ve wanted to see recently. Really, it’s been a bit of a slump for sci-fi (well, good sci-fi at least) over the past little while. But all that is going to change in March.

I will admit, I didn’t know a lot about The Watchmen, other than it was a graphic novel that all my male friends gushed over. All that changed when I A) saw the trailer and B) learned that Jeffery Dean Morgan was in it. (NOM Nom nom nom)

The special effects look amazing from the little I’ve seen. I know the story is going to be solid, as long as they didn’t mess around with the origninal plot too much. Seeing as its nearly three hours long, I’m thinking they didn’t. So lots of cool characters, interesting story, good effects, and it all boils down to me actually forking out $24 for tickets and $20 for a babysitter so hubby and I can go.

I can’t wait!!

The only other movie I’m really looking forward to this spring is the new Star Trek. *drool*

And just in case you HAVEN’T seen it…

And Sometimes I Like A Good Scare

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:34:34 +0000

So if you know me, or have been reading my blog for a bit, you know I’ve recently falling deep into the world of Supernatural. I love the show. The writing, the acting, the way it’s filmed–everything. As a result, I’ve tried to find other shows that the actors have been in.

That led me to going to see My Bloody Valentine in 3D this weekend.

Now, I was a horror movie fan from a very early age. I saw Friday the 13th when I was seven. A babysitter of a friend of mine had it and played it. Freaked the hell out of me. The same babysitter a few months later showed me A Nightmare on Elm St. Yes, I lived on the corner of Elm St., so it TOTALLY freaked me out. But I also got hooked. I started watching every horror film I could around 12, and have only really ever been scared a few times.

In recent years, I haven’t liked the movies that have been coming out. The torture films don’t really do it for me. I like a scare, but I like to see it coming, I don’t mind a certain amount of cheese factor, and I love it when the bad guy has a gimmick.

After all that, what did I think of My Bloody Valentine? OMG IT ROCKED!!! Here are the things I loved about it in order:

Jensen Ackles. Really, the guy is a fantastic actor.
3D effects. LOL This was awesome! They were well done, and I even jumped a few times.
The plot. I know this seems odd to say about a horror movie, but it had a great story. More along the line of a murder mystery than a straight up, “Hey he’s going to slice everyone to bits” idea.
Jensen Ackles
The character of Irene. She’s naked for most of her screen time. But do you know what, she was the funniest character in the movie. Loved her!
Jensen Ackles

I think that just about wraps it up! The bonus of the whole film, was we got to see a preview of the Friday the 13th remake, staring Jensen’s Supernatural co-star, Jared Padalecki. I’ll be going to that one too.

On the writing front, I managed to write just over 16k last week, bringing me up to over 55k for The Bond That Saves Us. I’m in the home stretch now!

OMGOMG Star Trek!!!!!

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 19:46:21 +0000

Was I excited about this movie…no.

Then I saw this…

Now, please.

Wall-E

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 19:28:12 +0000

I just got back from taking my girls to the theatre to see Wall-E. I love Pixar…simply adore every movie they’ve ever made. Now I’ve been known to get emotional while watching these (yes, I’ve cried at a kids movie!) and this one was no exception.

My seven year old daughter said it best when she said out loud in a quiet part of the film,”Well, this is a funny romance.”

Who knew!

Its a very sweet movie for kids, funny and sweet. There is also a very powerful message about the environment, and how we live our lives. There is lots of comedy and action for the kids too. Nothing cruel or mean at all. I highly recommend this one.