The Kennedys

I watched the Kennedys series on Reelz Channel and was compelled to write about it. The acting here is fantastic and authentic... especially Barry Pepper. However, Greg, Katie, Tom, Diana, and Kristen hold their own and make for an incredibly talented ensemble. Even the shorter parts were acted great - i.e. Charlotte Sullivan as Marilyn Monroe. The factual aspect of the show may have been questionable, but the show was A+ entertainment. Some say this show gave a negative outlook on the Kennedys; for me, it made me have more repect for them. It made them human. Just because they were American royalty did not mean they were excluded from flaws. From JFK's affairs to the father's involvement with the mob, I was transfixed to my screen watching magic unfold. The show gave respect to the family and showed why they are American royalty. A

Movie review

The film Battle: LA was disregarded too much in my opinion. It had great visual effects, effective camera work, and a thin, but fun storyline. This disaster flick was treated more as a war film rather than a disaster like the epic Independence Day. I assume that the crew behind this film knew that no disaster film can top Independence Day. It is unbeatable. However, I did enjoy Battle:LA. The cast did their parts respectively: Aaron E., Michele R., Ramon R. I wished there would have been more character development in the beginning and would have taken a few irrelevant scenes (or at least fine-tuned them), but I get that the film wanted to be intense all the way through. Overall, it was enjoyable and fun. B

Another film I saw recently was The Rules of Attraction. James van der Beek, Jessica Biel, Shannyn Sossamon, and Ian Somerhalder. It is refreshing to see the film not end on a particulary happy ending, but the film is only decent. There is no major excellence in this film; everything is done above average. The standout is Sossamon. She is talented and it is seen throughout. James van der Beek gives an alright performance, but not as good as Varsity Blues. Jessica Biel was barely in the movie and wished she was in it more. Somerhalder gives an interesting performance, but found it hard to find him likeable. Actually, that is a flaw in this film - no one is really likeable. However, the rebuttle to that, I guess, would be that it aims for realistic. In that sense, it partially gets the job then. All in all, the film gives a satisfactory feel to the viewer at the end of the day. C

Finally, the last film I will review is Shelter. This is an indie surf movie with Trevor Wright, Brad Rowe, and Tina Holmes. This is a laid-back, relaxing film that encompasses the lifestyle of a surfer. I found the film very enjoyable and felt it was a well-done film. Trevor Wright and Brad Rowe work effortlessly with each other, as if they were not even acting. Tina Holmes, amongst the other cast members, give solid, memorable performances as well. Shelter strives for a relaxed, skillful feel and it achieves it all the way. One of the best scenes in the film is when Trevor's and Brad's characters first meet and appear non-chalant and laid-back. I use the words "laid-back" and "relaxing" alot because they fit this movie like a glove. All in all, Shelter is refreshing and knows what it aims for and acheives it 100%. A-

Daria

Has anyone ever wondered about a movie adaption of Daria? I picture Aubrey Plaza as Daria - she is sarcastic, beautiful, and talented. Kat Dennings might be Jane Lane. I am not sure who would be Trent - Jane's brother. Either way, a movie would an awesome thing. Diablo Cody would write the script and maybe even direct it. Lemme know what you all think.