Monthly Archives: April 2010

An Overview of Anime Properties that I Actually Like

Posted on April 30, 2010 by pred3000

I must start this article with another confession.  I do not care much for anime. Anime, or the form of animation from Japan, has exploded in popularity in the United States.  There are many who worship the very alter that … Continue reading →

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A Review of The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou

Posted on April 23, 2010 by pred3000

A person commented on my blog insisting that this film is overrated.  I disagreed and said so.  However, I did not elaborate-and that is simply inexcusable.  It is impossible to merely say something is good or bad without clarifying your … Continue reading →

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A Review of The Adventures of Robin Hood

Posted on April 19, 2010 by pred3000

Nostalgia is a very dangerous thing.  An item that is old, as I have said, does not necessarily mean it is good.  Art is constantly evolving-to desire for it to remain static is dangerous. Yet, after viewing Errol Flynn’s version … Continue reading →

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A list of the Most Overrated Films in History (Volume 1)

Posted on April 13, 2010 by pred3000

Some of my more faithful readers (all one of you) will recall that I did write a list of my most hated films of all time.  Well, I did promise that, at some point, there would be another.  Frankly though, … Continue reading →

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A Review of Kick Ass

Posted on April 8, 2010 by pred3000

You know, I am getting tired of comic book movies.  They have been made, remade, hyperstylized,  turned into gritty urban nightmares, parodied, and every other item you can think of.  What does Kick Ass do?  I am not sure.  It … Continue reading →

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A Review of The Kids are Alright

Posted on April 6, 2010 by pred3000

“Hey everyone, for those of you who don’t want to watch The Who, Animal Planet is playing something else at halftime.” That was how someone a few years younger than me explained his enthusiasm for one of the greatest rock … Continue reading →

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A Review of the Boondock Saints II

Posted on April 4, 2010 by pred3000

I am going to surrender right now-I did not really like the original Boondock Saints.  My biggest problem was just how seriously it took itself.  A film like this should not have tried to be a political commentary and an … Continue reading →

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A Review of The Men Who Stare at Goats

Posted on April 3, 2010 by pred3000

First off, as I am sure you guessed, the Daily film clip was an April Fool’s Day prank.  I may very well be introduce such an item in the future.  However, I will only do so if I can can … Continue reading →

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