Here's a rundown of my week's worth of DVD viewings...and a few thoughts on each.
1. Casino Royale: Best James Bond movie to date. Daniel Craig is adorable and the movie is fan-freakin'-tastic
2. Dante's Peak: Remember when every studio seemed to be making disaster flicks? Remember when Linda Hamilton was actually a movie star? Ah, the good old days. Of all disaster movies, this is in my Top 3.
3. TaraRoad: Based on the Maeve Binchy novel of the same name, this is a delightful fluff piece. You'll probably enjoy it and never need to see it again.
4. National Treasure 2--Book of Secrets: I may be everyone's favorite history teacher, but this was my first viewing of the National Treasure sequel. I'd give it a solid "meh" because the story was absurd and Riley wasn't as funny as number one.
5. Horton Hears a Who: I loved the animation and it was actually a better movie than I was expecting. Enjoyable and I could see myself watching it again sometime in the future. I also love the bright orange packaging it comes in.
6. Loving Leah: This is a Hallmark Hall of Fame "made for TV" movie my sister DVR'd for me a while back. Its cheesy--its Hallmark--but I really liked it. She's DVR'd another show for me so this one will get taped over. *sigh* That just means I'll have to shell out $25 and buy my own copy on DVD. Such is life.
7. The Other Side of Heaven: I figured I needed something spiritual on Sunday and I hadn't watched this one in a while. I love it. Not gonna lie. And I still get a little choked up when Feki tells the "Hurrah for Israel!" story.
8. First 8 Episodes of Criminal Minds, Season 1: I'm watching the show from the beginning to see the storyline of Dr. Spencer Reid and the beauty of Matthew Gray Gubler. And I am not ashamed to admit it.
9. Where Angels Fear to Tread: Movies based on classic novels that are made by the British always seem a little weird. This one was no exception. Not entirely unenjoyable but I'm sure I won't be watching it again. Gino was adorable, but then again...he was supposed to be quite the charmer. Props to the casting department.
10. The Great Debaters: If I remember correctly, I tried to see this at least twice in the theaters only to be foiled each time. I finally watched it tonight and found it incredibly moving and brilliantly acted. What kind of person can watch this sort of true story unfold and not get a little teary?! Loved it.
In process: I'm currently watching one of my Disney favorites, 101 Dalmatians. I'll keep you posted, but I'm pretty sure they're going to stick it to Cruella by the end.
P to the S: Does anyone know of a movie website set up like Goodreads? I love seeing what people are reading and I'd love to see what people are watching too.
