Movies 2012: Men in Black 3 (2012)

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Men in Black 3 (2012)

Date seen: 28 May 2012

Rated PG-13, 103 mins

IMDB User Rating: 7.3

Metascore: 58/100 (User Rating: 7.0)

Tomatometer: 68%, Fresh (Audience: 78%)

Movie Notebook Score: 7.5

Recommendation: A - Highly Recommended for audience 13 and up!

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

This film was not really expected to deliver much--just like how you should expect with every movie made for the money. But, this one has the ability to slap the face of a movie-goer who thinks that way about blockbuster-designed films. The screenplay is satisfactory and this is coupled with the convincing portrayal of Josh Brolin as the young agent K. Men in Black 3 is indeed a must-see and not-a-waste-of-time-and-money. 

After watching this movie:

You'll think that "finally, you saw a movie this year that feature fleshy aliens instead of mechanical ones".

For your consideration:

• Acting: Josh Brolin as Young Agent K
• Acting: Will Smith as Agent J
• Acting: Michael Stuhlbarg as Griffin
• Acting: Jermaine Clement as Boris the Animal
• Ensemble

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Movies 2012: Dark Shadows (2012)

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Dark Shadows (2012)

Date seen: 15 May 2012

Rated PG-13, 113 mins

IMDB User Rating: 6.6

Metascore: 55/100 (User Rating: 5.8)

Tomatometer: 42%, Rotten (Audience: 47%)

Movie Notebook Score: 6.5

Recommendation: B - Recommended

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

I had high expectations for this one because Tim Burton always delivers. However, this one falls one notch below satisfactory--good enough. If you're planning to watch this film it is better to consider that you intend to because of Johnny Depp or Helena Bonham Carter who both delivered satisfactorily in this film. Also worthy of mention for a good showing are co-actors Michelle Pfeffeir, Gulliver McGrath, and Bella Heathcote. 

After watching this movie:

You'll think if there will be a sequel.

For your consideration:

• Acting: Johnny Depp as Barnabas Collins
• Acting: Helena Bonham Carter as Dr. Julia Hoffman
• Musical Score
• Cinematography
• Make-up
• Costume Design

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Movies 2012: Man on a Ledge (2012)

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Man on a Ledge (2012)

Date seen: 05 May 2012

Rated PG-13, 102 mins

IMDB User Rating: 6.7

Metascore: 40/100 (User Rating: 6.4)

Tomatometer: 31%, Rotten (Audience: 54%)

Movie Notebook Score: 6.5

Recommendation: B - Recommended for those who just want to enjoy a movie.

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

This one is entertaining enough even though the plot is easily predictable. As the title implies, Man on a Ledge is not-that-heavy nor not-that-light--fit enough for movie-goers 13 years and above. May not be among the best of its type, but will certainly keep you eating that popcorn in front of the screen with occasional jaw drops.

After watching this movie:

You'll be reminded that Sam Worthington is Australian.

For your consideration:

None.

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