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gruffi40 has written 190 reviews.
Monsters vs. Aliens
Dissappointed. First time I have ever been dissappointed by Pixar. The writing was substandard and the characters were undeveloped. There are some funny moments but overall seemed like someone wrote it on a lazy weekend. The 3-D was cool though.
Posted apr 9, 2009 2:43 pm pt

Outstanding. My only issue is that Sam Rockwell is a lil too likeable in this. It seems like he is SUPPOSED to be a scumbbag, but u really can't help but like him. This is one of those movies where there is no movie like it....except maybe...
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Posted mar 24, 2009 4:29 pm pt

Elf
Great family movie. It's nice to see Will Ferrell do this kind of thing. It is a movie based on putting a pure ideal into the normal way of life. Very fun and very nice family message.
Posted mar 1, 2009 5:24 am pt

Not too shabby. I don't like musicals so much, but this was pretty good. Good story, interesting characters. Well done.
Posted jan 28, 2009 12:49 pm pt

War of the Worlds
I honestly can not believe this is being rated so high. The original was far superior. I actually had very high expectations for this flick. Let's see probably the most successful director/producer ever, one of the the biggest movie stars ever,...
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Posted jan 5, 2009 10:16 am pt

War of the Worlds
I honestly can not believe this is being rated so high. The original was far superior. I actually had very high expectations for this flick. Let's see probably the most successful director/producer ever, one of the the biggest movie stars ever,...
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Posted jan 5, 2009 9:47 am pt

Grand Canyon
This is an awesome star studded movie. One of those movies that makes you think about life and instances that define what we become or how some people can have a tremendous effect by simply doing what's right.
Posted jan 5, 2009 9:01 am pt

Idiocracy
This movie gets a good rating because it is so true lol. It would be easy to go into a philosophicalspeal but I will spare u that. This is a pretty funny satire on our culture and what may come of it. Not the funniest movie ever, but has some...
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Posted jan 5, 2009 8:39 am pt

Dark Water
This has a great plot and is very meaningful. The problem is the slooooooow pace and very little that occurs. Could've been much better.
Posted jan 5, 2009 8:12 am pt

This kinda made me think of 'Hancock' in the idea that it seemed like it would be far better. It was very special effects dependant and had little dialogue. Some of the dialogue they did have was pretty effective. Also, in the general idea of the...
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Posted jan 5, 2009 7:52 am pt

Taken
This is kind of a different role for Neeson. He's kicked butt in plenty films but never as a CIA badass type. If you like 'Man on Fire' you'll like this as it is about a trained kille going on the trail of the person he loves and leaving behind...
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Posted jan 5, 2009 6:56 am pt

Andromeda Strain
Classic sci-fi. This is one of the first killer disease movies. Have not read the book but the movie is solid. Slow moving as some other reviewers have mentioned but there is nothing wrongwith that when done right.
Posted dec 26, 2008 5:47 pm pt

Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome
Classic. "Who rules Bartertown?!" This movie is an action icon. One of the reasons Mel Gibson is so successful today. This is a paradigm for a good action flick. One-on-One battles, betrayal, chases and a cool soundtrack. Good action and...
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Posted dec 26, 2008 5:43 pm pt

The Covenant
Eh....not the worst thing I have ever seen I suppose. Verrrrrry formulaic though. "Hey, if we put good lookin people and mix in some witchcraft and suspense, we've got gold." Seemed like a teeny bopper flick. Some cool visuals though.
Posted dec 26, 2008 5:34 pm pt

The Covenant
Eh....not the worst thing I have ever seen I suppose. Verrrrrry formulaic though. "Hey, if we put good lookin people and mix in some witchcraft and suspense, we've got gold." Seemed like a teeny bopper flick. Some cool visuals though.
Posted dec 26, 2008 5:33 pm pt

Battle Royale
Interesting movie. Imagine all the pettiness and clique behaviors in school and now imagine everyone desperately trying to both kill everyone else and find someone to trust. Some of the acting is subpar as well as the editing. Well worth the watch...
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Posted oct 25, 2008 12:40 pm pt

The Dark Knight
Outstanding. Lives up to the immeasurable hype. A lot of focus on Heath Ledger and his role as the joker which is justified. He was spectacular and took a role Jack Nicholson did and maybe surpassed him. The real high point is the complexity of...
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Posted jul 20, 2008 6:04 am pt

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
Great movie. A little off-the-wall, but very original. Unique stort with Robert Downy jr who is always great and it has Michelle Monaghan who rocks.
Posted jul 12, 2008 11:00 pm pt

National Treasure: The Book of Secrets
Pretty cool flick. This could easily be the next James Bond franchise. The story doesn't really matter as long as the puzzles nd mystery is there.
Posted jul 9, 2008 6:27 pm pt

10,000 B.C.
As others have pointed out...this was a good mix of a bunch of very popular movies. If you like CGI and recycled action sequences, this is for u.
Posted jul 9, 2008 6:18 pm pt

Hancock
I have thought about it and the more I think about it, 'Hancock' was in fast forward. The idea is good, cast is excellent but the speed and way the plot moves is ridiculous. Things continuously happen all of the sudden. Good movie but could've...
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Posted jul 9, 2008 6:14 pm pt

The Incredible Hulk
Much better than the Ang Lee 'Hulk'. Look very much like a set-up movie for more marvel superstars. Good movie but still expected a little more.
Posted jun 21, 2008 8:46 am pt

Kung Fu Panda
Awesome. Great family movie. Have a 9 and 6 yea old and they loved it as well. Cast was superb, plot was well thought out, and very good lessons.
Posted jun 21, 2008 8:42 am pt

The Happening
This was a well-made movie, but very disappointing. I was expecting a 'Signs' or 'Sixth Sense' but this was more 'The Village'. Predictable, and not enough happening. If there was another plot twist, it would have been better.
Posted jun 21, 2008 8:39 am pt

Joy Ride
Pretty good horror flick. Two brothers mess with a guy over a CB radio. He turns out to be a psycho.
Posted may 29, 2008 11:26 am pt


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