Michael C's In-depth review of IRON MAN II

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I'm sure Hollywood is only getting better at entertaining us, while convincing us that we don't need good acting, smart plots or intriguing stories. This film (while not necessarily a testament to that) helps you see what I mean.

So often sequels these days lose the sense of humor and class that the first one had and drone on far to long without much sense of direction. This film tried to capture the same spunk and wit as the first, it failed. But luckily it didn't try so hard that it ruined the film, instead you were just aware that the movie was not as good as the first. (read more-->)

MACHETE Trailer is Here!

Just in time for Cinco De Mayo, Robert Rodriguez has released the trailer for Machete, scheduled to hit theaters, September 3rd.

It's nearly word for word the same as the original. Machete's original trailer was included in theaters, in a set of other faux trailers before Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez's Grindhouse (2007) double-feature. Some of the shots are even identical, but this one seems a tad bit more ridiculous. Lindsey Lohan playing a nun...who...kills people? Perfect!

The movie will apparently attack Arizona's new policy against illegal immigration. Hopefully this agenda doesn't get too distracting from the expected roaring rampage of revenge though. I'm excited for some mindless action and crappy acting, and I'm super psyched to see Danny Trejo and Stephen Seagal fight. So I don't know about you, but you can count me in for this B-movie homage. Let's hope it's funny enough! - MV

Here's the link to the trailer.

Plot: The feature version of the trailer finds Machete (Danny Trejo), a renegade former Mexican Federale, roaming the streets of Texas after a shakedown from drug lord Torrez (Steven Seagal). Reluctantly, Machete takes an offer from spin doctor Benz (Jeff Fahey) to assassinate McLaughlin (Robert De Niro) a corrupt Senator. Double crossed and on the run Machete braves the odds with the help of Luz (Michelle Rodriguez), a saucy taco slinger, Padre (Cheech Marin) his "holy" brother, and April (Lindsay Lohan) a socialite with a penchant for guns. All while being tracked by Sartana (Jessica Alba), a sexy ICE agent with a special interest in the blade slinger.

No Green Light For ANCHORMAN 2 says Mckay

According to a twitter post by Adam Mckay, the writer director of Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy, the film's much anticipated sequel will not be happening. He tweets,

"So bummed. Paramount basically passed on Anchorman 2. Even after we cut our budget down. We tried."

The stars of the original have went on to become very successful. However, with great success, comes a bigger pricetag. Fortunately the actors were willing to lower their paycheck to hopefully be part of the second installment. But apparently that wasn't enough for Paramount. They are most likely concerned that it won't preform well based on the not-entirely-awesome box office ratings that Anchorman had during its theatrical release.

Paramount is neglecting to realize however, the insanely large cult following the film has gathered. And with so many people who love the first film, a sequel is bound to be a box office success, as well as a well made and hilarious comedy, if kept in the right hands. But who knows, maybe Paramount has made the right choice in ditching this promising comedy for more important and audience-drawing films like...The Magic 8 Ball Movie(???).

What do you think?

-MV

Take a look at the MICRO REVIEWS for April.

Click Here to see our micro reviews for the movies that we just so happened to see this April. The reviews include "A Clockwork Orange," "Fight Club," "Mystic River," "Whip It," and more.