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District 9 (2009)
Aug 30th
Review date: 29-Aug-2009
Peter Jackson is known for being behind epic films, and the case isn’t any different with District 9. The low-budget sci-fi action flick was primarily marketed online, but that didn’t stop the masses from packing the theater during a matinee three weeks after the initial US release date. Made on a slim budget of $30 million, the film makes the most out of the mockumentary style filming, CGI effects, and stock footage. What the film lacked in funding it made up for in performance and story. The audience becomes captivated by our hero Wikus and his unlikely relationship More >
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009)
Aug 28th
Let’s be real here, it’s a movie based on toys, so don’t expect an epic action film. Have realistic expectations and this film will blow you away. The kids will absolutely love this, and the inner child in everyone will have a blast watching this movie. GI Joe is an entertaining experience that will not leave you bored.
Rating: 5 out of 7
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Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009)
May 19th
Not quite Black Friday hype
5/19/2009
Starring and co-written by Kevin James, Mall Cop promised to be the comedy to kick off 2009. What we ended up with was a film nothing short of a made-for-TV Disney movie. That is not necessarily a bad thing, however.
The movie has it’s moments, enough to have you watching to the end; so we’re off to a good start so far. My main gripe with this movie however is not its overall entertainment value, but Kevin James. I’ve been a longtime KOQ fan (hmm..should rethink using that acronym) and James fit that role perfectly. As Paul More >