Battleship (2012) Film 35/50

My sister and I have been excited to see this movie since its release date was first announced as being the same week as her birthday. Plus, it has everything a Birthday Movie should have: references to a classic Hasbro game, an 8-foot tall Swedish God trying his best to convince us all he is related to Taylor Kitsch, Lieutenant Tim Riggins with a haircut, some lady named Rihanna, aliens, and the most awesome video conference call ever.

But let's properly digest this one, as it is truly deserving.

Devil (2010) Film 34/50

I know I should be working on my thesis project, but I saw this was on the other night and needed a break desperately. And so, Devil becomes Film #34.

First of all, I love Chris Messina. Have ever since seeing him star as Claire Fisher's boyfriend in the last few episodes of Six Feet Under. That combined with strangers killing each other off in a haunted elevator was enough to "force" me away from my thesis for eighty minutes.

Just Checking In...

I've been focusing on my thesis work for the past couple of weeks (hence my complete lack of updates in both books and movies). While I could probably include some of my thesis reading as part of my 50/50 work, I'd rather keep my studies separate from the fun.

But I promise to be back with a review of What is the What or The Descendants shortly. Or perhaps Battleship...

Hugo (2011) Film 33/50

I want to live inside a Parisian clock.

This movie has it all: style, mood, Ben Kingsley, trains, clocks, mermaids, robots, orphans, Alec Baldwin/Jack Donaghy's teenage nemesis, heart-shaped keys, love, romance, dogs, pretty smelling flowers, accordion music, the magic of filmmaking, and Jude Law. Something for everyone!