What to Watch: 050809

New movie to watch this weekend: “Star Trek”

Overall great reviews from critics; it is a rebirth to an already stellar franchise.  Some are claiming the best prequel ever and even if you’re not a “Trekker,” the movie is still a must see.

Questionable Viewing: “Next Day Air”

One knows what to expect when watching a movie of this type.  Expect typical jokes and a predictable plot, but one thing one won’t expect is all the violence and involved in the movie.

Movie to Avoid: “The Soloist”

This is a case of trying to do too much with very little one has.  The movie tries to be Oscar worthy, but fails in its script, there are many times with Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr. looking at each other with long pause.

In Case You Haven’t Seen it: “State of Play”

A very well done thriller from the same director who did “Last King of Scotland” and writer Tony Gilroy from the Bourne trilogy bring you this movie.  Very well acted, there may be lots of twists and turns but it reminds me of a favorite movie of mine, The Interpreter, with Sean Penn.  It is definitely worth a look.

What To Watch: 050109

Animated: Battle For Terra

• Critics’ Consensus: Lacks both a cohesive story and polished visuals

Comedy: Ghost of Girlfriends Past

• Critics’ Consensus: Lacks originality, humor, and any semblance of charm

Action: X-Men Origins: Wolverine

• Critics’ Consensus: Can’t overcome a cliche-ridden script and familiar narrative

*Critics Consensus Courtesy of RottenTomatoes.com

Quickie News: 050109

*Keanu Reeves To Take Over For Clive Owen In ‘Cartagena’

*Hayden Panettiere To Get ‘Footloose’

*Jim Carrey Is ‘The Beaver’

*Mike Newell To Direct ‘The Lone Ranger’

*Marcus Nispel Takes The ‘Last Voyage’