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Sunday, March 3, 2013

Movies and Zombies

So how was everyone's weekend? Mine was a lazy, movie and zombie weekend. Except for some running around, I slept and watched movies. There great ones and there were lame ones. They were movies that I failed to see when they came out, some titles stretching as far back as 2008. I know I'm supposed to be a huge movie geek, but hey, I can't see everything. LOL

I loved Sunshine Cleaning Company with Amy Adams and Emily Blunt. It was a poignant story with a lot of heart about two sisters in a struggle to get their lives on track after they both stumble out of high school and end up with broken lives. I discovered a new to me actor, Clifton Collins, Jr. He's terrific, totally blending in whatever role he takes on. He was what drew me to another film I enjoyed, The Experiment with Adrien Brody and Forest Whitaker. A group of men volunteer for a psychological experiment whereby one group is designated the guards, the others, the prisoners. The project is supposed to last for 2 weeks, but by day 6 it has all gone to hell. It was Lord of the Flies, but with men and I enjoyed it very much as LotF is one of my favorite books.

Now, unfortunately, I did not enjoy every film. George Clooney's The American was very slow and I kept waiting for more action, but nothing happened. Then we get a really lame ending. It was filmed in Italy so that kept me from completely hating it.  All in all the movies were pretty good.

Now on to the zombies...

SPOILERS AHOY!!

Last night's Walking Dead saw the return of one of my fave characters, Morgan, played by the incredible Lennie James. I was horrified to find out what had happened to him and to poor Duane, his son. Yet I am pissed, too, as I loved Morgan. See, now I hate Merle even more. As if that were possible. The bastard got off lucky only losing his hand. I want more parts cut off and I know just where to start, too. Man, my eyes were burning with tears when Morgan finally broke and yelled at Rick about not being on the other end of that radio, that he had listened every day, but Rick wasn't there. My heart just cracked wide open. On the other hand, I was happy that seeing Morgan pulled Rick off of the Crazy Train for a bit.

And on a side note...I got a real kick out of those zombie traps Morgan built, which included live bait. Insane, he might be, but he's still thinking outside the box.And holy shit, that arsenal he accumulated. Man, we are going to kick Team Woodbury's asses!!

I thoroughly enjoyed the bonding that went on with Michonne and Carl. They were badass together and took out several walkers in a diner where a picture of Carl and his parents was hanging. Carl wanted that picture for Judith and I was terrified when he dropped the picture in the midst of the zombies and wanted to go back for it. Michonne saved the day, though, and I loved that she came back with a colorful cat statue for herself. And hell to the yeah Carl said that Michonne was one of them to Rick. About time, too.

Okay and funniest moment of the night was the poor hitchhiking backpacker who kept begging Rick, Michonne and Carl to take him with them. His pathetic yelling and running down the road had me shaking my head and laughing. "Hey dumbass! There is no hitchhiking in the apocalypse. You will be a zombie salad bar."

SPOILERS OVER

I wanted to let you all know that in spite of my new schedule, I will be doing a post on Wednesday for the Insecure Writers Support Group. So tell me all about your weekend? I want details. :)

27 comments:

  1. I read the Walking Dead comics for a while and it was alright. I'd watch the TV series but my backlog is large enough as it is. :(

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    1. I have not gotten into the comics, but I'd love to one day. I hear you on the backlogs...way too much to think about sometimes.

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  2. Movies, guitar practice, and yard work. (The last one wasn't very fun.) I'll review a couple movies Wednesday with my IWSG post. Tried watching the History Channel's The Bible. Not bad, just not good. It didn't have a soul. (And when you're doing the Bible, it really needs soul.) Recorded The Vikings afterward and really hoping that one is better.

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    1. Guitar and movies sound wonderful, yard work not so much. I recorded the Vikings as well. It looks awesome. Did not get really excited about the Bible. it sounds good, but it does look rather detached or something.

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  3. The missus and I watched some TV over the weekend. I was sick and couldn't get off the couch. She started watching Supernatural from the beginning and I went along for the ride, maybe got through 13 episodes or so.

    Also saw The Walking Dead, I'm glad Michonne had a moment of lightness, she's spent too much of her time on the show brooding and skulking... really glad.

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    1. Sorry to hear you were sick. I'm glad you're better now. Supernatural is an awesome show, one of my favorites for sure. It got better and better as each season progressed.

      I was glad to see Michonne lighten up too. I can't wait to see more of her as the season progresses. I love her sword.

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  4. I watched Harry Potter 4 and 5 and Spirited Away. I was planning on writing but did little of that in the end. I hope I can work on the IWSG post today.

    And nice to meet you! new follower here. :D

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    1. Hi Al! thanks for the follow, it's wonderful to meet you as well. HP 4 & % were incredible. Goblet of Fire is definitely one of my faves of the series. I adore the quiddich tourney. I'm looking forward to your IWSG post. It is a fantastic group.

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  5. Lord of the Flies with men - sounds even more brutal.

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    1. It was brutal. I could not believe my eyes. Forrest and Adrien were amazing.

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  6. Aren't Emily and Amy the most perfect duo???
    And I've no idea who Morgan is, I don't recall him, but if he brought them supplies I love him already :) Watching it tonight!

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    1. Emily and Amy were truly spectacular. they have wonderful chemistry together.

      Morgan was the man from the first season who rescued Rick after he'd gone home to find Lori and Carl missing. He and his son killed that zombie then took Rick home with them. I loved that arsenal that they walked away with. The Governor is going to get his ass kicked. :)

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  7. Glad you had a great weekend Melissa. I heard the marketing for The American was completely wrong since it made it look like an action movie instead of a character film. I may catch it someday.

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    1. Your source was right. The American was marketed all wrong. I know I was expecting an action flick and they indeed had some very good scenes, but overall it was flat and rather boring. the end in particular was really lame. If you see it, be prepared for a very slow film.

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  8. I would LOVE to have a lazy movie weekend. I'm so behind in movie watching.

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    1. You need to have a lazy movie weekend, Carol It is the best way to recharge your batteries. :)

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  9. Last night's episode of the Walking Dead also got us to see the very human side of Michonne. Additionally, I love how Rick let his defenses down a bit at the end when he admitted to Michonne, "I see things." It was very sexy, and it shows how vulnerable he is. This apocalypse has destroyed so many lives. What a wonderful show.

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    1. I agree one thousand percent with you (if that's even possible lol) I thoroughly enjoyed that scene at the end when they were loading up the weapons.I loved seeing Michonne let her guard down as well. She hasn't been able to do that since they got Woodbury.

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  10. You're the third person who has told me that The American wasn't that good. So I'm not going to check that out.

    Have a great week!

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    1. Thanks, Jay! you have a great week, too. Stay away from The American if you can. It is a very slow film and no payoff.

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  11. Sunshine Cleaning Company?? I've actually never heard of this one. You made me curious about it though. The Experiment was a "nice try" type of movie for me. The American was average at best.

    I gave up on The Walking Dead..... sorry.

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    1. I think you'd really enjoy Sunshine Cleaning, sweetie. It is a very poignant film about putting your life back together. It also has some great funny scenes. Plus Amy and Emily are fantastic. I really dug The Experiment, I mean some parts were over the top, but i thought Brody and Whittaker were great. As was Clifton Collins. I wish he would get more work. :)

      Hugs, sweetie!

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  12. A nice restful weekend sounds wonderful. Cheers MB!

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    1. Cheers to you my friend. Movies are the best way to enjoy a long lazy weekend.

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  13. I was disappointed with The American too. I had high expectations. Sunshine Cleaning was awesome. Thanks for the spoiler alert, I would of read it and been very angry.

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    1. Hi PT Man! I never want to spoil things for someone else. It is one of my hugest peeves so i always wave the red flag for spoilers. I can't help talking about my fave shows and films, but I want everyone to have the same fun I did.

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  14. Have you seen the German original of "The Experiment"? Haven't seen the remake with Brody, but I can't imagine it's as good as the mindblowing original with the fantastic Moritz Bleibtreu.

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