Watchmen

So I saw Watchmen today, which was interesting... besides some obvious changes from the original graphic novel, it was actually fairly true to the original, which surprised me... including the dialogue. Their rendition of Dr. Manhattan was interesting... along with WELL endowed o.O
It was like a big radioactive blueberry lollipop, hahaha. However, I really enjoyed the movie, and fans of the graphic novel should definitely see the movie, for an alternate ending, but otherwise great alikeness to the graphic novel. :)

Seven Pounds

So I just watched Seven Pounds, and it was amazing! I can't tell too much without giving it away, but it starts with a scene that is a major plot point, then goes through the lead-up story to it. Snippits of information are given to you as you watch, and before it is half-way through you can pretty much guess what he is doing and why, but are so drawn to it. It is very emotional, and even I was wanting to cry at different points in the movie, be it of sadness, joy, or empathy... it was a tear-jerker. While I generally tell people that I don't suggest seeing movies in the theater unless it is for the graphics, this would be a drama well worth paying to watch! It was very moving.

The Day the Earth Stood Still

So, I'm going to be seeing The Day the Earth Stood Still tomorrow in theaters. We've already a small group built up to go watch it together. Therefore, I must do my proper research, so I am watching the original The Day the Earth Stood Still from 1951. Of course the spaceship and the alien are completely tacky compared to today's standards, but I am liking it so far. Instead of a vicious alien invasion, it is about an alien who comes in concern for the other planets, who think that if humans gain space travel, they will bring their wars and destruction to the rest of the planets and endanger them, so he comes to warn the world that they must keep their destructive ways to themselves, or else the planet will be destroyed. I so like older movies, because they actually had to rely on a good story and well-developed plot line to hold the movie up without special graphics being inserted every 5 seconds. While I'm not finished with the movie yet, I am really enjoying it and would recommend it as a must-see to film lovers. :)

Twilight

Okay, so I saw Twilight yesterday. All-in-all, they didn't do too bad of a job with it, but for how much money the damn book is making, I'm sure they could have done better! They rushed through all of the romantic angst between Bella and Edward, making the already sappy, ooey gooey lovey doveyness of it just ridiculous, as there was no build-up to their love confessions. :\
The sound was also horrible... it sounded like they were using really cheap sound systems... harsh at many points, and.. just, not that great. Okay, I have to admit that Edward looked pretty odd on the posters and all, but he was actually pretty good looking through it, if not sometimes rediculous when having to imitate his 'dark, penetrating stares.' Hahaha... you couldn't help but chuckle as he slightly tilts his head down, squinting his eyes a little bit and staring straight at Bella, all intense. While in the book, it sets the heart with a little flutter... while in the movie, it builds a laughter in the belly. :P So, I think it would be a recommendation for people to see, but maybe not worth it in the theaters as much. I also wonder how they are going to make Jacob go through his massive growth spurt if they do the next movie... hm...