Movie Morsel: Check Your Movie Times

I was really seriously considering making this a “Jerk at the Movies” article, but I thought it would be a lot more helpful to have this as a Movie Morsel instead.  It does have to do with a less than pleasant experience I had this weekend, but in the end it should help out a lot of moviegoers. Read more

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Cool Trailers: Hellboy 2 - The Golden Army

Content? New Content?!?! Well, I was looking, and something I actually enjoy doing is watching trailers… so let’s take a look at a cool trailer! Hellboy 2: The Golden Army is set to be released at the end of the week, and even though I didn’t see the first, I think I’m going to see the second. More After the Jump…

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Movie Morsels: How Popcorn is Made

Hi All! I’d like to welcome you to a new segment that I’ve been working on, called Movie Morsels. These articles will be a little bit of an inside look to the behind the scenes action going on at the movie theatre. If there’s anything you’d like to see here, please feel free to use my contact form to ask. I’m going to be adding a Movie Morsels category there, so I know that’s what you’ll be asking if you choose to. For this first column, I’m going to take a look at how everyone’s favorite movie treat is made! Read more

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What Movie Has the Best Theme Song?

There’s nothing better than heading to the theatre or popping in your favorite DVD, and having some amazing sound blasting through your ears, shaking the room. In fact, it’s one of my favorite experiences of seeing a great movie, and still gives me goosebumps to this day. Some movies, as I’m sure you’ll agree, just have that special something about their theme songs. It leaves you with a feeling of awe and excitement in anticipation of a great movie.

We all have our own opinions about what could possibly be the best theme song, and that’s what I’d like to ask you. What theme song is the most memorable one in your mind? Read more

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The Carnival of Cinema!

Welcome to this week’s Carnival of Cinema! I’d like to thank Scott Nehring for giving me the opportunity to host this, it’s a really exciting opportunity for me! For anyone who doesn’t know, the Carnival is an opportunity to get your articles posted, and gain lots of great opinions, reviews and news about cinema. Be sure to check it out every week, you can check Scott’s blog for more details (or just email me).

First off, Manny from Manny The Movie Guy presents a special interview with the cast of Leatherheads. You can check out his post, A SPECIAL GEORGE CLOONEY INTERVIEW FOR “LEATHERHEADS” He learns some great secrets behind the film! Read more

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Who Wins in a Fight: Aliens or Predator?

In respect to the new Aliens vs Predator: Requiem movie, I thought I’d offer up a little analysis as to who I think would win in a fight. I’d also like your output as to who would win, especially from fans of the series! I have yet to see the new movie, but after reading this review over at Film School Rejects, I think I’m going to take some time out to see it!

Alright, lets set some background on our two ferocious foes, listing advantages and disadvantages for each.. then let the battle begin! Read more

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3 Things you Want in a Movie Theatre

I’ve been thinking about this, and I think that it could make a great movie idea… well maybe not great but it’s something that I would like to see as a documentary. If I had enough money to just do whatever I wanted and not have to work for a living (wouldn’t we all love this), I’d like to build my own movie theatre. I’d document all the steps that were involved in design, picking a location, all the equipment, and everything else involved. While I do run a theatre now, the decisions are not so much up to me as the corporation as a whole!!

I know that a lot of people are frustrated with their experiences at the movies, and there’s not a whole lot you can do as an individual except try to provide the best service. If I had my own movie theatre, I’d try to address a lot of these things. Not having to worry about money would play a big part in this, as it would be difficult to provide everything people want and maintain a budget! Trust me, I know. I budget all the time and it is very difficult to stay within that.

What kinda things would I have in my theatre? I’d like to have couches for seats, for one. They’d be on steps to provide stadium style seating, but with a comfortable couch to watch on instead of a theatre seat. That way you could cuddle up, stretch out, and watch the movie in pretty much any position you wanted to! Of course there is no hanky panky. I can’t believe I just typed Hanky Panky. I’ll try not to do that again.

I’d also serve better food. I’d stick with the traditional popcorn, soda, nachos.. but I’d try to add some other stuff too. I’m a coffee fiend, so I’d definitely have a cafe there. I’d also like to include ice cream. How about a home cooked meal? That could also be an option. There’s a lot to try, of course, but it would be a lot of fun to be able to experiment with a menu…. maybe I’ve been watching a bit too much Kitchen Nightmares though.

Finally, I’d like to have personal screening rooms! For an extra charge, of course, you can choose to screen your own movie in an extremely private setting. Now you could do this at home, but I’d find some way to make it unique. Wouldn’t you like to be able to watch a movie with a loved one or your family in private, with no one to bother you at all? Ok, so maybe that one isn’t as feasable, seeing as you can already do it at home, but it would be something to experiment with, and I already said that I wouldn’t have to worry about money.

I personally feel that a theatre experience is a great thing to do. I’m pretty biased though, working in the industry. How about no commercials… I know that there are a lot of people out there who would LOVE that one. No commercials at my theatre… no sireee bob. I’m not the best one to decide what should go in a really people friendly theatre. That’s you guys! What are three things you would like to have in a movie theatre?

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Movies This Weekend!

Hey, we’ve finally got a slew of movies coming out, a couple of which I am actually interested in! This is a bit late, but I fell asleep, so please forgive me. Let’s see… where do we start…

Edit: I can’t seem to get an internet connection… so this is later than planned.

Alvin and the Chipmunks - Alvin and his buddies make their live action debut with the help of CGI. They help cause mischief in the life of their guardian, Dave Seville (Jason Lee). What better than a bunch of talking chipmunks??

How I think it will do - This one definitely appeals to the kid in me. I just can’t wait to hear ‘ALLLLVIIIIIN’ screamed about on the big screen. And they did a really good job integrating the CGI chipmunks. This movie looks to be really cute. Let’s just hope that it does better than Garfield, right? I’m giving this one second this weekend, but it should do ok through the holidays!

I Am Legend - Will Smith plays a brilliant scientist who cannot stop a deadly virus that has either mutated or killed most of mankind. Somehow immune, he is the last living person that he has seen for the past 3 years, and must work to find a cure for the disease using his own immune blood.

How I think it will do - This one is my pick for tops this weekend. There is so much hype behind this movie, and who kicks butt on aliens or mutants better than Will Smith? With some good reviews already behind it, let’s just hope that Will Smith ruining the ending doesn’t affect its performance at the box office. I don’t think that it should, but hey, some people are really picky about those kinds of things. My top choice movie this weekend.

Perfect Christmas - A feel good movie about Christmas, this one stars Gabrielle Union as a single mother of three, who is so busy raising her kids she forgets to take care of herself. Determined to have a good Christmas, she brings her kids to meet Santa. One of her kids is determined to make her mom happy again, and tells Santa that all she wanted was a compliment from a man. Santa turns out to be an office supply worker who provides Union’s character with that, and much more.

How I think it will do - This is like I said, a feel good Christmas movie. It will appeal to the african american crowd as its aimed, and also to those looking for a christmas movie. Think Diary of a Mad Black Woman but at christmastime!

Of course there are other movies opening this weekend. Once again we’ve got a large slew of limited releases.

Half Moon
Look
The Kite Runner
Goodbye Bafana
Youth without Youth
Arranged
Changing the Odds
Shotgun Stories
Nanking

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My Top 5 Reasons for Working at the Movies

Some of you may be wondering why I love working at the movies. I have another job that pays pretty well, and if you haven’t noticed recently, it takes time away from my blogging. However, I think it’s worth it for many reasons! I’ve been working there for about 6 years now, and while it can be a drag sometimes, here are few reasons why I continue to do it:

1. Free Movies - This has got to be my favorite! I get to see pretty much every movie that comes out, granted I take the time to go out and see it, or stay late to screen it on a thursday night. It’s that feeling of exclusivity that comes with a private screening that makes it all worth it. Makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. Just kidding, but it does mean that I can write about a movie before it comes out generally.
2. Great Friends - I have made so many great friends over the year. I’ve met someone who can tell me just about any sports fact relating to Boston Sports. I’ve met people who have provided me with my other job. And most importantly, I’ve met the girl of my dreams there. Who would’ve thought you could meet so many people at the movies?
3. Life Experiences - Now you might think that this one is bit crazy, but I can tell you its true. You experience a ton of things, such as being so busy you think you might collapse, to historical events, like the world premiere of Fever Pitch. It’s not often you get to hang with the Red Sox after they won the world series!
4. It’s not that hard - While sometimes you want to rip your hair out, the job’s not all that difficult. You come to work to enjoy yourself, and to make other people happy. Hopefully you can succeed at that without someone yelling at ya, but that’s not always the case. In any case, it’s not that hard to do. You do your job, and you will be fine.
5. You’ve always got a story to tell - Something is always happening at the movies! Without it, how would I be able to write about some of the stuff that I write about here? It’s also got me stores that can crack people out, and others that will just shock or gross someone out!

Well, there it is, my top 5 reasons for still working at the movies. I don’t know how much longer I will be doing it, but as long as I am, I’ll enjoy it. I hope to see you all at the movies soon!

I’ll get the action rolling again soon.. just been really busy lately!

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I love LAMB!

I love LAMB. Really I do. And by LAMB, I am talking about the Large Association of Movie Blogs! My good friend over at Blog Cabins has started up this great community for all of us movie bloggers out there. It’s just another great way to get your blog out there in the world, and also to make a lot of friends in the blogosphere.

I know that I’ll be heading over there to check out some of the blogs there on a regular basis. Mine is the most recent one on there, and boy am I glad I was added! There is so much potential over there. I’ve got some ideas which I’ll probably bounce over to Fletch, the creator, to help promote the place.

It’s gonna be big. And you movie bloggers out there don’t want to miss out on this opportunity. I just can’t believe I didn’t think of it myself! Congrats to my buddy Fletch!

Anyway, what are you waiting for! Head on over to the LAMB and sign up. You won’t regret it!

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