I haven’t read any of the Sherlock Holmes books or stories, but I finally got around to watching the new (ok, its not really new) movie with Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law. Directed by Guy Ritchie (Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch, both great) this new adaptation does exactly what you want a movie to do: entertain you (that and give you an escape from the drudgery of work and family). Downey is excellent as Holmes and Law gives a great supporting role (just like in A.I., check it out) and the movie definitely has the Guy Ritchie feel with the editing and fight scenes. If you haven’t already, give this movie a viewing. It’s good stuff (I don’t know if its as good as the books, but it sure is easier than reading).
The Oscar nominations came out this week so its time to get out and watch all the movies you hadn’t heard of until they were nominated. This way, when they win the award, you can tell your friends that you saw it and they will be both jealous and impressed (this will probably be a first for most of you). Movie theatres often get old movies during award season to give people another chance to watch them.
The Hurt Locker was exceptional, and I’d recommend anyone watch that movie if that get a chance. A Serious Man (The Coen Brothers, just watch all of their movies) was another great movie worth a watch if they bring it back near you. Most of the other nominations for best picture are either still out in theatres or out on video. Check ‘em out.
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