james_likes_jazz Reviews

The Black Dahlia (2006)

Bad Never Looked So Good

[1/10 · 17 September 2006]

This is one of the worst movies I have ever seen. The only saving grace being that it is a beautiful film to hate.

I probably have much in common with the fellow theater members who got fleeced at the box office this night; they, too, didn't take the opportunity to thoroughly research what movie to point their suspension of disbelief towards.

Our shared patronage was probably based on watching an online movie trailer, some favorable chat room or discussion group banter, and the beautiful people involved with the movie. Hopefully, we will learn from our mistakes; a night at the movies is getting too expensive for random larks that provide only a buttery finger as the best memory of the evening.

(Note: I have never seen so many people leave a theater in disgust *during* the movie.)

Brotherhood (2006–2008)

Showtime is the "new" HBO

[10/10 · 16 August 2006]

This is now my absolute favorite series on television. I don't watch much television so, for me, this is a big compliment to the writers and creators of this show. This show has all the right ingredients; great actors, writing, and plot lines. This is a great combination that is sure to please even the most demanding viewers. Highly Recommended.

I was a big fan of "The Soprano's", but last season kind of turned me off. I still mourn the loss of "Six Feet Under", perhaps the best series I have ever seen.

With "Weeds" and a few promising series coming up (i.e. "Dexter"), I do believe Showtime is the "new" HBO. Bravo Showtime!