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A Discussion on Buddy Cop Movies
Dan and I (Jill) just IMed about funny action cop buddy movies, and the sub genre that spoofs them. Here ya go: me: did you see my moview review on The Other Guys? i just updated it danflorio: no, I didn’t read it. I’ll go check it out me: i didn’t pan it in any way [...]
Avatar – plot too simple? Actually, a good idea.
Avatar is interesting in the context that the world of Pandora is a huge fantasy treat to an aging geek like me. The storyline is predictable; the acting is pedestrian; there is really nothing “new” here in terms of plot or character. I’ve read all the complaints from people expecting more from Cameron. People whinge [...]
Movie review : Avatar
Avatar Buy the soundtrack for Avatar Purchase at iTunes Purchase at Amazon.com [ No Spoilers ] As soon as this movie was over I knew that it was in my top 10 all time favorites. After some careful consideration I’d put it in the top 3 – with Return of the King and The Matrix. [...]
New Disney Princess Celebrates Racial Diversity
I must say I’m excited about the newest Disney princess movie, The Princess and the Frog. I love all the princess movies (it’s my girly side) but have wondered for at least a decade when we’d have a black princess to add to the lineup. We’ve had some welcome racial diversity with Native American Pocahontas, Chinese [...]
Summer 09 Movie Recap
Now that the summer movie season is over – because I say so – it’s time to recap. USA Today reports that the season started out with a bang but withered at the end. Overall Hollywood brought in just a little more this year than last, but adjusting for ticket prices the attendance was actually [...]
Tips to Prevent Catching Swine Flu at the Movies
You can still go to the movies this Fall, Swine Flu or no Swine Flu. The trick is being smart about public places. First off, and most importantly – if you are SICK, then stay home. It’s crucial to be considerate of others and not pass along what you’ve unfortunately caught. If your kids are [...]
Are Modern Movies Too Long?
Bladder Bursting Blockbusters – are modern movies too long? As Alfred Hitchcock said, “The length of a film should be directly related to the endurance of the human bladder.” Beautifully said and appropriate for most films. The above-linked Yahoo News Story lists wonderful films clocking in at 90 minutes - Star Wars, Raiders of [...]
Expecto Pee-tronum!
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince has a midnight showing. I’ll be there collecting PeeTimes. And I’ll be headed back on to see it again just to make sure I get everything just right. Because I know that bladders around the world are counting on me. And let me tell you: you don’t ever want [...]
iPhone Mobile Version of RunPee Now Released
Here is our new press release on the BRAND NEW, just released iPhone application, available at iTunes! YAY! We’re so thrilled it’s finally live and ready for $1.99 downloading. Our fresh press relase, for anyone who might like to post this: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dan Florio, 310-977-0553 polyGeek@RunPee.com NEW iPHONE APP LETS MOVIEGOERS ENJOY [...]