Ah, there is nothing like the Holiday issue that makes me realize the end of the semester is upon us and the happy holidays are soon to follow. Every year about this time, our favorite summer blockbusters are starting to hit the shelves in DVD form. This year is one of the best in a while, offering something great for everyone. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just looking to curl up on the couch to avoid the blistering cold, these movies will be sure to please.
The “LAUGH-OUT-LOUD”
If you are searching for just the right holiday release to please someone’s funny bone, look no further than “The Hangover,” hitting shelves Dec. 15. In what might be the funniest movie of 2009, three groomsmen wake up after a wild bachelor party in Las Vegas missing one
important detail – the groom. Regardless of your tastes, “The Hangover” is going to make you laugh. Relate it closely to that of “Superbad” and “Step Brothers.” Don’t forget it’s rated “R,” so keep it away from the kiddies.
THE “CHICK FLICK/ROMANTIC COMEDY”
If you’re in search of a movie that will grab your heart and make you say “awhhh,” “500 Days of Summer” might be right up your alley. Starring Joseph Gorden-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel, the film revolves around the cat-and-mouse love story of a girl who doesn’t believe in love and a boy who will do anything to win her heart. It’s the classic love story plot but will definitely make you laugh along the way as well. Look for it to hit shelves Dec. 22.
THE “ACTION FLICK”
Want a movie that includes an explosion every 10 minutes? Well, sorry, “Transformers 2” came out a few months ago. I kid. This holiday season you can look to “Terminator Salvation,” out this week; “Public Enemies,” out Dec. 8 or “Inglourious Basterds,” hitting the shelves Dec. 15, to satisfy your action needs.
“Terminator Salvation” stars Christian Bale as John Connor in the post-apocalyptic world of the “Terminator” franchise. He punches, kicks, shoots and utterly destroys anything even closely resembling a robot. If you liked the “Transformers” franchise, you’ll want to check this out. Keep in mind this one is rated “PG-13,” probably because robots don’t bleed, but the director’s cut is a solid “R” rating.
“Public Enemies” stars Johnny Depp as the famous gangster John Dillinger in this flick. Noted for the superb acting that Depp always seems to deliver, Christian Bale also stars in this one as the man who took down Dillinger, Melvin Purvis. If you like a classic gangster tale, you’ve probably already seen this. “Public Enemies” is rated “R” for gangster violence and other shenanigans.
If you’re a fan of anything Quentin Tarantino has ever cooked up, you’ll want to be scoring “Inglourious Basterds,” his latest creation. Starring a plethora of talent such as Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz (I smell an Oscar nomination for him), Eli Roth and Diane Kruger, the story surrounds a WWII plot to bring several
factions together and do the impossible: Kill Adolf Hitler. It’s funny, it’s lengthy (153
minutes), full of action and downright excellent, if you’re into dialogue. Not a surprise, it’s rated “R” for just about all the dirty things you can expect from Tarantino.
THE “ADVENTURE FLICK”
Well, it’s that time again. Another Harry Potter movie is finally out of the theaters and into the waiting hands of so many fans. Dec. 8 marks the date “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” hits the shelves. Following Potter and his friends as they
continue deeper into the battle against Lord Voldemort, the story gets ever darker and more intense. If you like the series, you’re going to love this installment as well.
That’s about all for now, folks. Here’s wishing everyone luck on finals and happy holidays as we toss another semester onto the pile. Stay warm, IUP, that’s a wrap.
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Published: Friday, December 4, 2009
Updated: Friday, December 4, 2009
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