five flicks

Sherlock Holmes -- Excellent! If someone had told me a few years ago that I'd be excited about yet another version of Sherlock, I'd have laughed in their face. But this is fresh, energetic, smart and witty, and just fun and well done. Robert Downey Jr's Holmes is great, and Jude Law is just right as his Watson... I also like Guy Ritchie's use of slow motion and flashbacks...

Terminator Salvation -- I liked it. Not as good as T2, and a bit off in places, but overall a decent installment that kept me interested and entertained. Christian Bale's John Conner is decent, but I thought Sam Worthington had the more interesting role. Great machine graphics and sound effects!

Gran Torino -- Meh. I had heard good things about this, but I was disappointed. It had some interesting, funny, and cool passing moments, but overall it seemed weak and sad. Lately I've been rewatching some Dirty Harry flicks, and Clint was really much sharper back then... Oh well...

The Men Who Stare At Goats -- This was certainly different; even though I realized it wasn't to be taken very seriously, I still almost bailed at a few points early in the movie. But eventually it hooked me and reeled me in. Nice ensemble acting.

Across The Universe -- I haven't even finished this one yet (waiting for my daughter, we're watching it together), but I already like it. I was somewhat skeptical at first, but the fresh and interesting takes on Beatles songs have really won me over, and the creativity and heart is more than enough to make up for a few dubious moments. I'm with Brian on this one!