Archive for July, 2011

Captain America: The First Avenger. Extremely Loud. And Incredibly Close.

Monday, July 25th, 2011

More of a gestalt here, really.

More of a gestalt here, really.

Your editors beat the heat this weekend at Captain America: The First Avenger, which is a cool movie about a cool country in a cool theater. It’s also required reading for anyone planning to see The Avengers next Spring. If that’s you, feel free to suggest cocktails in the comments section (we will ignore your suggestions). (more…)

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, part II: Everyone. Chill.

Thursday, July 14th, 2011

"Bitches s**k my d**k cuz I look like JK Rowling" - Lil' B, "Wonton Soup"

"...because I look like JK Rowling." - Lil' B, "Wonton Soup"

Look. Is this the most influential movie review website on the internet? Yes. Can our reviews make or break a film, and do we take that responsibility seriously? Certainly. Super seriously? Way.

But do your editors get invited to fancy Hollywood premiers much? No. Ever? Shut up. (more…)

Bridesmaids: How to learn about women while your buddy is at a Dave Matthew’s Band Concert.

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011

Will you be in my wedding?  Ummm, OK!

Will you be in my wedding? Ummm, OK!

(popular Q & A format below)

Q: What do you do when you had a big weekend planned with your co-editor to go to Six Flags and also review some movies but he cancels on you to go to a Dave Matthews Band Concert in a totally different city, and also your girlfriend worked the night shift and can’t hang out? (2-part question) (more…)

The 3D Cave Painting Movie

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011

Look close enough and the ancients will tell you everything you need to know.

Look close enough and the ancients will tell you everything you need to know.

Some people say that putting graham crackers in a cocktail is gross.  You know what people, it is a little gross.  Some readers ask us, “Hey, can you just give me something simple to work with while I enjoy my movie?”  Or they’ll say, “Hey man, can you suggest something that’s not going to creep out my date who I just met and don’t know that well but am going to a movie with?”  Sure, guys.  We can do that for you. (more…)