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Return to Zootopia (2017)
How did this even end up in IMDb?
One has to wonder how something like this gets made. Did somebody have far too much time on their hands? If so, why not create something original instead of a poorly-crafted follow up to somebody else is movie? I hesitate to even call this "animation", and the voice acting isn't acting. As the title says, I'm not sure how this even ended up on IMDb as it's not a movie, a television show, or even anything that I can quite describe.
Blues Brothers 2000 (1998)
It's all about the music.
Granted, some of the storyline isn't the greatest (and why did they have to include a kid?), But the music makes the movie. I don't want to give away any of the plot, but there are some incredible musicians appearing here, and it is entirely worth your time to watch it just for that.
As a bonus, Paul Schaffer makes an appearance, which he was unable to do in the first movie. Given that he played with the band on most occasions, it's nice to see him finally show up.
My advice: watch it. Enjoy the music. Get a chuckle or two.
Khumba (2013)
Cute, and fun to watch.
We stumble across this movie, and were pleasantly surprised. It's cute, funny, and easy movie to watch - it's not going to wow are you with A complicated plot , but this is not the genre for that.
Not every movie has to be a masterpiece. There's nothing wrong with something that's just entertaining. This movie is entertaining, with some really impressive animation and visuals.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015)
The remedy for a long, stressful day.
There's a reason why late-night talk shows are still popular. There's nothing like finally kicking back after a long day and watching something that makes you laugh. Especially when you can laugh about all of the things going on in the world that sometimes make you want to just sit in a corner and cry.
Stephen Colbert and his team have forged a strong replacement for the long-running, and well-loved Late Show with David Letterman. It's a good mix of edgy humor, irreverence, goofiness, and some very serious topics. colbert does a good interview - he never comes across as jaded, and always interested in what his guest have to say.
It's definitely a good antidote for a long day.
Pushing Daisies (2007)
Burton-esquire and funny.
This is indeed a funny show, done in a creepy sort of way, much like a Tim Burton film. It's worth a look, as it's far more creative than most of the shows this season. Best of all, it's not a "reality" show. I'm wondering why the viewing public is so ready to accept shows like that (which lack creativity) and ignore wonderful shows like this that actually have a creative bent.
While some decry the premise, I think it's really unusual. Much more enjoyable than "Ghost Whisperer" and "Medium". I think it's the funniest thing on the tube since "My Name is Earl".
Oh, and the narration and music are wonderful. If you enjoy shows that are a bit off the beaten path, I'd recommend it. It's not as strange as Twin Peaks was, but it's got a serious kink to it.
My Name Is Earl (2005)
Finally, funny TV!
I'm not much of a TV watcher anymore, as most stuff these days doesn't appeal to me, especially the whole "reality TV" trend. It's not often that a show comes along that is original in concept (or, at least in presentation!), and that makes me laugh all the way through.
Having said this, we caught this show on the TiVo, and it's just plain funny. It's more for mature audiences, and if you grew up in redneck USA (like I did) in the 80's, it'll leave you in stitches. Plus, there is a bit of a message presented as well. "Do good deeds to others, and good things will happen to you." In a sort of bizarre, twisted way, you could call this the "Kung Fu" of the 00's.
Lee does an excellent job of narration and acting, and the rest of the cast is pretty much perfect at their roles, even in the first episode. I had never really heard of him until his (quite good) performance in "The Incredibles", but his acting is really impressive.
It's funny. Best stuff I've seen in years. Watch it and see for yourself.
Dead Heat (1988)
Better than you would think.
I saw this movie back in 1988 when it came out, and recently we bought the DVD on a whim. Neither Chandra or I remembered much about it, but we both enjoyed it more than we expected. The FX hold up well, even 16 years later, and it's just an enjoyable film.
There are some gross bits (which makes it better!), but there were some good scenes deleted - make sure you check the DVD for the extra scenes, The "death day dream" really ties in some of the disjointed bits in the movie.
True, some of the film is very dated 80's, but it still makes me grin. Take a chance and you might enjoy it too.
Monk: Mr. Monk and the Candidate (2002)
One of the few shows I'll watch.
This show is a wonderful oasis in the wasteland that is television today. Well written and well acted. The lead characters are amazingly well-developed, and I honestly enjoy each episode. Well worth watching!
Sen to Chihiro no kamikakushi (2001)
Wow.
That pretty much sums it up. Wow. Recommended. - Great animation - Excellent voice acting - Enthralling story
I can see why it got an Oscar, it deserved it. Disney could learn something from this.
Star Trek: Nemesis (2002)
Going out on a sour note.
Well, like oh so many other series (both television and movies), they should've stopped a bit earlier than they did. Nemesis was pretty much a disappointment, with enough plot holes to drive a fleet of Romulan warbirds through. Even the musical score was weak. Other reviews have managed to cover this atrocity in enough detail, let me just add my voice to those saying, "Enough already!" I'm glad I waited to see this on PPV, as I would've been annoyed at paying theater prices for this turkey. It joins "Men in Black 2" and "Batman and Robin" on the list of sequels that suck.
Kim Possible (2002)
Much better than expected!
We started watching Kim Possible a couple of moths ago when we recorded it by accident. This show is pretty funny, and the voice acting talent is great. It's one of the better new animated shows, and while targeted at "tweeners", it has enough subtle humor to keep the adults laughing.
Batman & Robin (1997)
Waste of time and money. Period.
This makes my list of "10 worst films, ever". The Batman story line is totally shredded, Bane's character is ruined, and Batman's suit has rubber nipples. As with so many films coming out today, the focus on special effects negates any potential for a real plot. 'Nuff said, this one is a stinker.
The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle (2000)
Better than I thought!
I guess you either get it or you don't. Chandra and I both really enjoyed this - it was funny, but didn't take itself too seriously. As a result, we smiled and laughed all the way through it.
It's a fitting tribute to the camp cartoons of the early 60's, and the actors did a great job in their respective roles.
1776 (1972)
A musical the appeals to even the non-musical fan.
I'm not a big fan of musicals, but my spouse got me hooked on this one. Not only is it a joy to watch, but the story treats our founding fathers as people instead of demigods. It's educational as well as fun.
The recent DVD release of this film is amazing. Important
footage has been restored, and the sound quality is greatly improved.
I recommend this film to anybody. It's just plain good.
Men in Black II (2002)
A sad followup to a great first movie.
I won't post any spoilers here, just the comment that it was NOT a good sequel to the original. The plot line was weak, the edits were obvious, and it didn't hold together well at all. This is too bad, since I really liked the original, and the actors involved. It almost seems as if there was too much left on the editing floor or something...
American Family (2002)
Network TV's loss is our gain.
After hearing the creator of the show interviewed on KPBS, I had to watch it. This show was piloted for CBS, but they ended up rejecting it. PBS picked it up, and I'm glad they did. This show is considerably better than most of the pap served up on the major networks, and has an incredible cast. This is a beautiful story about a family that is both funny and dramatic at the same time. (Much like life!) This show is truly worth watching.