Lists
Under the Radar | Steven Soderbergh
I have to admit, I was saddened by Steven Soderbergh’s recent (yet coy) announcement that he would be retiring from the filmmaking business. He has four remaining films (Haywire, Contagion, Liberace, and The Man From U.N.C.L.E), but after they are released he will bow out. This is a shame; Soderbergh is a true auteur and a versatile unique voice. Best known by mass audiences for the lavishly fun Ocean’s Trilogy, Soderbergh proves that one can be both an experimental artist and a Hollywood money maker. Continue on for a list of five films by Mr. Soderbergh that aren’t talked about nearly enough. Read the rest of this entry »
Five things Mr. Jason is thankful for this year in moviedom!
The following is a list of some of the things I’m thankful for this year in cinema and entertainment. Some are cheesy, some are awesome, and some will make you cry. Continue on to check out my list. Read the rest of this entry »
Five things Mr. Edens is thankful for this year in moviedom!
It’s Turkey Day and I’m thankful for stuff! Movie stuff that is…you should read on.
Top Five Bruce Willis Performances
With Red opening this weekend, Bruce Willis is once again proving that being a middle aged bad ass is possible. For over two decades Willis has also shown that by bringing a substantial amount of his off screen persona to his characters, he can create iconic performances that film fans hold dear to their hearts. The past few years he has hit some rough patches with some really bad films (Cop Out, Surrogates, 16 Blocks, The Whole Ten Yards), but this list will have none of that. The following is my personal top five performances by Bruce Willis. Read on… the number one may surprise you. Read the rest of this entry »
Michael Cera’s Favorite Films
Here at Filmdogs, we have a bit of a love hate relationship with Michael Cera. Although he has proven to filmgoers that he has talent, the jury still seems to be out on his cinematic range. I, for one, thought he was very good in Arrested Development, Superbad, and Youth and Revolt, while also acknowledging that he was completely underwhelming and unfunny in both Nick and Nora’s Infinite Playlist and Year One. That said, one thing that Filmdogs definitely agrees on is that Cera brought his “A” game and more to Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Well, now we can get a look at some of the films that inspire Michael Cera, and I must say he has good taste. Intervals of Awesome originally posted the list which features some Kurosawa, Scorsese, and Anderson (Wes and P.T.). Continue on to check out the list.
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When the dust settles the winner of best 2010 action team-up film is…
Hollywood loves to shell out similar films in a given year, (Dante’s Peak and Volcano, Deep Impact and Armageddon) and 2010 is no exception. This year the old school action team-up made a comeback with movies like, The Losers, The A-Team, and The Expendables with varying results. So, I thought it would be in fitting with the spirit of those films to pit them against one another, and see which one comes out on top. Here are the 2010 action team-up awards. Steroids are encouraged.
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Fending Frenzy | “Piranha 3D” Review
Piranha 3D delivers on what it promises better than any movie I’ve seen this year. It knows exactly what it is, and what you the audience wants from this type of B picture. I even had to create a special split rating for the movie in light of it’s insanity. However, you might be thinking you could just watch the equivalent of this film on the SyFy Channel. Well, you are both right and so, so wrong. So here is list of reasons why you should see this movie in theaters, and a list outlining why you should stay as far away as possible. I’ll leave the final choice up to you.
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The 4th of July according to Hollywood…Eat a Hot Dog, Kill some Aliens
Today is our Independence Day, and what better to celebrate this most American of days than by showing you some of the best 4th of July scenes in movie history. I think you’ll agree that when it comes to American ideals, Hollywood has it covered. On screen at least.
Number 5: The Sandlot - Night-ball
The Sandlot is a great family film that captures many more aspects of Americana than just this 4th of July scene, in which the kids use fireworks to light the only game of night-ball they can play all year. The simple looks of wonder on their faces is priceless as they watch sky light up. A perfect rendering of what the 4th means to kids. Read the rest of this entry »
Top Five Ridley Scott Films
With Ridley Scott’s newest film Robin Hood opening this weekend, I decided to create a personal top five list of his films. I believe that Ridley Scott is a brilliant filmmaker and an impressive world builder. His presence can always be felt in his films through his visual style and iconic imagery. He usually tackles complicated stories with deep themes and meanings. At times his films falter and some could argue that he has had three late decade slumps (1989 – Black Rain, 1996/97 – White Squall and G.I. Jane, 2006 – A Good Year). That said, Ridley Scott is immensely talented and will always execute his films with absolute perfection. Read the rest of this entry »
Making best/worst of lists every year is something I always look forward to, yet given the fact that we’re new on the critical scene here at Filmdogs we don’t really get the chance to see all the “Awards Pictures” till closer to Oscar time. So our best of lists won’t debut until around that time, when we’ve had a chance to see a few more of the flicks released in 2010. However, I don’t expect some of those unseen films like The Kings Speech and Blue Valentine ending up on the list below based upon their glowing reviews. It’s my Worst Films of 2010, and some of the choices may surprise you…
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