I Am David -- PG
The story of a 12 year old boy, raised in a communist concentration camp. He is befriended by an older inmate, (James Caviezel – Christ in The Passion of the Christ ) who makes a sacrifice so that the boy can escape the camp. He leaves with nothing but a compass, a sealed letter and a loaf of bread, plus instructions to go to Denmark. The young man has to learned how to be free, for he has never experienced freedom. He must learn to trust, for he has never found anyone trust-worthy. Ahe must learn to love, for he has never been loved. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie.
I Am Legend -- PG-13
A remake of Last Man on Earth, starring Vincent Price and The Omega Man starring Charlton Heston, this movie starring Will Smith is basically two movies in one. The first half shows Will Smith as the only man in Manhattan, a military Colonelscientist that is trying to find a cure for the virus that destroyed humanity. The second half of the movie is Will Smith fighting the zombies that humanity became. I loved both halves, but everyone won't.
I, Robot -- PG-13
This movie has the same title as an Isaac Asimov story. In the Asimov story, there are no explosions, no "Matrix" fighting, ninja robots, and all of the people are afraid of the technology of robotics -- even though the narrator explains the three robotic laws (that cannot be broken) put in place to protect humans. In the movie, everyone loves robots, except one technophobic police officer. And that makes all the difference. This movie is full of action and excitement. In this movie, a robot is suspected of commiting a murder. Something that is unthinkable. Especially since this is the day before the biggest distribution of robots in history! Due to the robot violence and some language, the 13 was placed behind the PG.
Ice Age 2: The Meltdown -- PG
This is a sequel that is better than the original. And I loved the original. This may sound strange, but the reason it is better is because it doesn’t have any humans in it. This animated feature is all about the prehistoric animals – some due for extinction, some not.
Ice Princess -- G
I couldn’t believe Kim Cattrall going from Sex in the City to a G rated film, but she does and does it well. This movie is an exceptional film about loyalty, friendship and chasing your dreams. It also gives a great example of how the things you learn in school can actually help you in life. More students, male and female, will be interested in physics as well as figure skating as a result of this family friendly movie.
Identity -- R
John Cusak leads a cast of Ray Liotta, Amanda Peet and others to a shadowy motel on a rainy night where murder is their roommate! Sounds typical, but handle in a new and entertaining way. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, but there was extreme violence, vulgar language and sexually suggestive situations.
Idlewild -- PG
Great cinematography and an exciting storyline, this innovative movie is a delight to the eye and ear. Using hip-hop in a 1930’s juke joint period piece works very well indeed.
The Illusionist -- PG-13
A 19th century Viennese magician uses his powers of persuasion and prestidigitation to woo a childhood sweetheart. The problem is, she just happens to be engaged to the Count.
In Bruges -- R
A decent, unique hitman movie starring Colin Farrell. The other characters make this a fascinating movie. (Brendan Gleeson and Ralph Fiennes) Fascinating and unique.
In Her Shoes -- PG-13
The three women in this movie all are exceptional in their roles, and they show true chemistry toward each other. I believed Shirley McClain was the grandmother of Cameron Diaz and Toni Collete. I believed Toni and Cameron were sisters. I believed the situations that happened. Sexual situations earned this movie the 13 of a PG-13 rating.
The Incredibles -- PG
A series of lawsuits against superheroes forces them into a government witness protection program where they cannot use their super powers. They get married, find regular jobs and have children, to be defeated. By the way; the kids will enjoy the movie also, so take them with you.
Infamous -- PG-13
With the success of Capote last year, you wonder why they would release this movie this year. The truth is, they were working on them both last year and they finished the other one first. This one is the same basic movie, but it has more female in it. That way, it tackles Truman Capote’s social life more. Toby Jones is very good as Truman, Sandra Bullock is very good as Nelle Harper Lee, and the movie stars good actresses in small roles, like Sigourney Weaver and Isabella Rossellina.
The In-Laws -- PG-13
A remake of a Peter Falk movie, in which a mild-mannered podiatrist (Albert Brooks) whose daughter is getting married believes the father of the groom (Michael Douglas) is a smuggler. The situations he finds himself in when he finds out the true occupation of the father is where the fun lies. There is a male homosexual situation, vulgar language and cartoonish violence.
In the Name of the King: A Dragon Siege Tale - - PG-13
A medieval tale starring Jason Statham, Ray Liotta and Ron Perlman. Ray makes a great wizard and Jason makes a very good hero. Have you wondered what happened to Burt Reynolds? He plays a king in this movie.
The Interpretor -- PG-13
A movie of political intrigue that begins with a routine session at the United Nations. When a security guard notices that an electronic screener does not work, the building must be evacuated and searched. After hours of securing the building, and interpretor, Silvia Broome (Nicole Kidman), overhears a plot to assasinate the leader of a small African country. After some hesitation, she is finally convinced to notify the United Nations security when she learns the plotters know she overheard them. The UN works with American secret service agent Tobin Keller (Sean Penn), to uncover the plot and prevent the assassination on American soil. The only problem is the secrets being kept by Broome and Keller. The movie allows you to think as you enjoy it. PG-13 for violence, strong language and sexual situation.
Intolerable Cruelty -- PG -13
A divorce lawyer who wins all the "impossible" cases bumps heads with a gold-digger looking for a rich husband and sparks fly. Funny, funny, funny. Subject matter, vulgar language and one love making scene gave it the PG - 13 rating.
Invincible -- PG-13
Disney studios know how to make an inspirational movie. This movie is the true story of a 30ish bartender that tries out for the Philadelphia Eagles football team during the first year of Coach Dick Vermeil’s tenure. Although the open auditions for the team is mainly a promotional event for the team, the bartender goes out. Even though he never played college ball, he makes the team. Great stuff!
Iron Man -- PG-13
The violence of a war movie is the reason for the rating. Robert Downey, Jr., Jeff Bridges, Gwyneth Paltrow and Terrance Howard compete to show who is the best actor, and it's a 4 way tie. They are all outstanding in the best comic book movie I have EVER seen. Stay until the credits are over. You won't regret it.
The Italian Job -- PG - 13
A very good "caper" remake of a Michael Caine and Noel Coward movie. This assemble cast works well together with Ed Norton and Mark Wahlberg proving their dramatic skills. Seth Green steals the scenes he is in and Mos Def is proving to be an actor to reckon with. Charlize Theron is excellent, as she is in every film, once again proving she is more than just a pretty face.
This movie has you cheering for criminals that stole $35 million dollars, only to have it stolen from them. You cheer because they were cheated by a member of their own gang. This needs to be explained to smaller children. There is vulgar language and visual violence along with a sexually suggestive scene.
