The Twilight Saga: New Moon
April 28, 2010 by kitten
Filed under Breakups, Romance, Tearjerkers, Teens
Well folks, it’s back – the Twilight Saga continues with the second installment of the blockbuster book turned movie mega-hit, New Moon. Bella is still in Forks, Washington with her awkward father, Charlie, and the man half the women in the world want to be bitten by, Edward, is still as pastey and cold as ever. Of course, Jacob, the hairy man beast the he is, has abs a girl could grate cheese on but we’re not allowed to think about that as Jacob is still a minor and that would be wrong.
New Moon doesn’t really break any new ground and fans of the book are likely to be a little disappointed by how much the film has strayed from the book. Oh, who are we kidding? The movie has Taylor Lautner shirtless and the gorgeous-no-matter-what-he-wears Robert Pattinson so girls of all ages will love it.
Truthfully speaking, I didn’t enjoy the movie as much as I hoped, but considering how insanely excited I was to see New Moon, there was no way it could be anything other that a little disappointing. After repeated watchings I have warmed to it significantly and have found myself enjoying it much more.
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Degrassi Goes Hollywood (2009)
I have to admit, I really missed the boat on the Degrassi franchise in the beginning but as a devoted fan of Kevin Smith, his interest caught my interest and I started watching. Before long, I was hooked. I also really like Shenae Grimes so I thought there might be a chance of a cameo in Degrassi Goes Hollywood.
I was excited and even though I didn’t get the cameo I had been hoping for, I was treated to so much more – Kevin Smith, Vivica A. Fox, Kelly Carlson and Pete Wentz! A great story! A great cast with many of the beloved Degrassi regulars and the awesome Jason Mewes. All in all, Degrassi Goes Hollywood is a winner!
The only problem? Two words – Perez Hilton. That dude makes my blood boil. Aside from that, there are precious few problems with Degrassi Goes Hollywood and so much to love!
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Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure (2009)
Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure is fun for the whole family – a family film at it’s best. Within the first two minutes I had melted more times than I can count. The animals are absolutely adorable! When the fairy puts the skunk to bed and tucks it in with a leaf… awww…. what else can be said? This movie is far too cute for words.
Aside from the adorable animals, Tinker bell and the Lost Treasure offers a story that is fun and touching, some moderate action scenes and some creepy looking rats. There is no real villain which is so unique in a movie these days.
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The Proposal (2009)
Sandra Bullock. Betty White. Ryan Reynolds. Craig T. Nelson. These are just four of the many, many reasons I would highly recommend watching The Proposal.
Sandra Bullock has made some less than spectacular career choices – some of which I couldn’t even sit through – but in The Proposal, the girl we all loved so much in Miss. Congeniality, While You Were Sleeping and The Lake House is back and the world is a more adorable place for it. Yes, Sandra plays an ice queen with seemingly no human emotion but she’s still endearing and lovable.
Then we have Ryan Reynolds. His comedic timing is spot on and he has incredible chemistry with Sandra. Betty White is always incredible as is the often underrated Craig T. Nelson.
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My Life in Ruins (2009)
How many ways can I say I love Nia Vardalos? Well, we’re about to find out! The woman is gorgeous in such a human way – not one of the alien, abnormal, freakishly disproportionate and depressingly perfect Hollywood stars we tend to see in these roles. I completely believe her in any role she plays. Funny lady and a talented actress. She brings so much to My Life in Ruins, and honestly, the movie was already pretty fabulous to begin with.
The premise of My Life in Ruins is timeless and classic, but it doesn’t feel stale or old. It’s laugh-out-loud funny from beginning to end and the scenery is breathtaking. By the end of the movie, you’re in love with the characters you’ve just spent an hour and a half getting to know… and you probably want to book the next flight to Greece!
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Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (2009)
Have I mentioned yet that Matthew McConaughey is a hunk? No? Matthew McConaughey is a babe. I’m sure you’re aware of that though, so let’s talk about Ghosts of Girlfriends Past.
I wasn’t really sure what to expect with Ghosts of Girlfriends Past. I love the above mentioned babe although I’m the first to admit I’ve seen him in some pretty wretched movies and Jennifer Garner… well, I’m not entirely sure how I feel about her. I adored her in 13 Going on 30, but some of her other movies – which shall remain nameless – have left me feeling a little underwhelmed. For that reason, I almost skipped this one. Then came the two words that made me run to the theater – Breckin and Meyer.
I love (an unnatural, almost shameful kind of love) Breckin. He is the epitome of adorable. The guy’s like a while basket of puppies with kittens on top. I call this the Breckin Factor. When I see his name attached to any project, I feel an undeniable force pulling me to it. Add to the Breckin Factor Lacey Chabert and Michael Douglas plus delicious Matty, and it was a must see.
All that said, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past was actually a pretty good movie. The plot seemed a little blah to me at first, but they really made it work. There are some cringe-worthy over the top cheesy moments, but they’re few and far between and hey, it’s a chick flick. What would a chick flick be without a little cheese?
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The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
The Nightmare Before Christmas isn’t really a traditional chick flick, but it’s really not a traditional flick period. For that reason alone, I think everyone should see it at least once.
Everything about The Nightmare Before Christmas works. I personally wasn’t frightened of any of the imagery but I can see how come people would be. Just keep that in mind, and you’ll be fine. It isn’t a horror movie. It isn’t a Christmas movie. It isn’t a Halloween movie. It’s just a good movie.
It’s also a love story. Jack and Sally are one of my favorite movie couples of all time. They’re so sweet. It’s hard not to hope they end up together in the end. Do they? Watch the movie and find out.
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Miss. Congeniality (2000)
There are so many things to love about Miss. Congeniality, I don’t even know where to start. Sandra Bullock is adorable. Benjamin Bratt is a babe. Candice Bergen is hilarious. William Shatner is… William Shatner. What more needs to be said about good ole Bill? The writing is witty and fun and Sandra Bullock is completely believable as Gracie Hart – the tough, gritty FBI agent that has to act like a beauty queen to prevent a terrorist group from bombing the pageant. Will she save the day? Well, of course, but it’s fun watching her go through the trials and tribulations along the way.
Candice Bergen might be one of my all time favorite actresses. She’s always so hilarious. She instantly makes any movie she’s in better and Miss. Congeniality is no different – and it was already a darn good movie.
Plus Benjamin Bratt. Did I mention he’s gorgeous? No? Well he is. Mmm.
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Jon Kate Gosselin
I was going to keep my opinion about this whole Jon Kate Gosselin mess to myself, but I just can’t anymore. I hate Jon. I hate Kate and I feel horrible for those poor eight. The whole situation is tragic and now comes news that Jon all but emptied the joint bank account he had with Kate despite a court order barring him from doing so. What does this mean? He could easily be found in contempt of court should Kate decide to pursue legal action, and who are we kidding – of course she will. The show stopped being about the kids along time ago. Forget the eight, folks, this is the Jon and Kate Gosselin show now.
Did Jon’s lawyer tell Jon to take the money out of the account so he was able to cover his lawyer’s fees? No one knows for sure just yet, but that’s the accusation being made by Kate’s lawyer. The timing of it all seems a little suspicious considering Jon is now trying to shut down production of the show; claiming he no longer feels it is in his kids’ best interest to participate. I think that should’ve been pretty obvious to both parents in this situation long ago, but one has to question Jon’s motives. He wants to halt the divorce now and send the cameras away? Could that be because he was dropped from the show? Maybe Kate Plus 8 doesn’t sound as good with his name at the beginning – or anywhere for that matter.
The kids are the ones who really suffer in this whole Jon Kate Gosselin mess. They have to watch Mommy and Daddy fight it out in public. I don’t feel bad for Kate. She’s pushy, demanding and loves the cameras far too much to be able to clearly see what this could potentially be doing to her children. I don’t feel bad for Jon for reasons too obvious to even put into words, but those kids are innocent in all of this. I hope for their sake, these two at least try to work out a peaceful solution to all this drama and for the love of all things holy, turn off the cameras and settle it in private.
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Jon and Kate Plus 8: Season 5 Episode 8
Jon and Kate Gosselin have announced their separation but decided they want to go ahead with plans to renovate their kitchen. Jon says the house is really for the kids and they had already planned to do the kitchen so they figured they might as well go ahead with those plans. Is that the real reason? Well… watch the episode and decide for yourself.
As always with Jon and Kate Plus 8, Kate is pushy, Jon is a doormat and the kids are adorable. This time, however, Jon is home alone overseeing the renovations while Kate takes the kids on vacation. It’s a welcome change from seeing the typical Jon and Kate drama.
