The Game Plan

The Game Plan (Widescreen Edition)
$29.99
Ok, so this is generic and predictable and completely clich���d, but it was a few things going for it. I cannot say it was a total waste, even if I gave is a D (it was a high D) and will never feel the need to watch this again. It could have been worse (in fact, I really thought it was going to be).

For the whole `fun for the whole family' vibe, this has it in spades. There is nothing objectionable here (at least not anything overly) and I'm happy about that. I believe that there should be more family friendly films out there. My issue comes from the fact that all too often family friendly means generic, predictable and clich���d; which as I just mentioned this film is. There isn't one gag here that feels fresh (every fall, spill or scream has been played to death in just about every other family friendly film) and there isn't one aspect of the storyline that is remotely clever.

Man-boy football star Joe Kingman is in love with himself. He gets a knock at the door to reveal he has a daughter he didn't know about. He suddenly has to grow up and take care of her only to realize that she is the best thing that has ever happened to her.

Insert tears.

That's all she wrote, which is really sad since Dwayne Johnson is surprisingly capable of doing much more. He's that actor who shouldn't be an actor but is remarkably well at being an actor; you know, the completely baffling `who would have guessed it' kind of guy. He has so much likable charm and comedic timing, and he oozes chemistry with whoever shares the screen with him. I can't believe I'm saying this about `The Rock', but really, this guy can act and should be given much better roles.

He's no Vin Diesel, he's actually talented.

If it weren't for Dwayne's handling of the material I probably would have turned the film off. I actually did once, and then I read a review that said I should keep watching, so I turned it back on. The thing is, I don't see a point to this film. I just said this very same thing when reviewing `Fools Gold', the only difference being that this movie at least has some charming performances (even if that Madison Pettis girl is beyond annoying and obnoxious) and Roselyn Sanchez is STUNNING, much better looking than the combined mediocrity that is Kate Hudson and Matthew `abs' McConaughey. Still, there is no reason to have made or to really watch this movie, since it's been done to death a million times before this one.

That is all she wrote.

It's a likable yet forgettable yarn that is only justified by Roselyn's leotards and that boastful smile `The Rock' flashes with enough likable infectiousness to make his character simply adorable.

The Game Plan (Full Screen Edition)
$29.99
Ok, so this is generic and predictable and completely clich���d, but it was a few things going for it. I cannot say it was a total waste, even if I gave is a D (it was a high D) and will never feel the need to watch this again. It could have been worse (in fact, I really thought it was going to be).

For the whole `fun for the whole family' vibe, this has it in spades. There is nothing objectionable here (at least not anything overly) and I'm happy about that. I believe that there should be more family friendly films out there. My issue comes from the fact that all too often family friendly means generic, predictable and clich���d; which as I just mentioned this film is. There isn't one gag here that feels fresh (every fall, spill or scream has been played to death in just about every other family friendly film) and there isn't one aspect of the storyline that is remotely clever.

Man-boy football star Joe Kingman is in love with himself. He gets a knock at the door to reveal he has a daughter he didn't know about. He suddenly has to grow up and take care of her only to realize that she is the best thing that has ever happened to her.

Insert tears.

That's all she wrote, which is really sad since Dwayne Johnson is surprisingly capable of doing much more. He's that actor who shouldn't be an actor but is remarkably well at being an actor; you know, the completely baffling `who would have guessed it' kind of guy. He has so much likable charm and comedic timing, and he oozes chemistry with whoever shares the screen with him. I can't believe I'm saying this about `The Rock', but really, this guy can act and should be given much better roles.

He's no Vin Diesel, he's actually talented.

If it weren't for Dwayne's handling of the material I probably would have turned the film off. I actually did once, and then I read a review that said I should keep watching, so I turned it back on. The thing is, I don't see a point to this film. I just said this very same thing when reviewing `Fools Gold', the only difference being that this movie at least has some charming performances (even if that Madison Pettis girl is beyond annoying and obnoxious) and Roselyn Sanchez is STUNNING, much better looking than the combined mediocrity that is Kate Hudson and Matthew `abs' McConaughey. Still, there is no reason to have made or to really watch this movie, since it's been done to death a million times before this one.

That is all she wrote.

It's a likable yet forgettable yarn that is only justified by Roselyn's leotards and that boastful smile `The Rock' flashes with enough likable infectiousness to make his character simply adorable.

Sydney White (Widescreen Edition)
$19.98
I have this huge crush on Amanda Bynes. I don't know what it is, but she just really, really sits right with me. She is so the girl I would want to date if I were in college. She's funny, charming, socially retarded but in a way that makes her endearing and lovable; and she is really, really attractive. Even though her movies are pure camp delightfulness wrapped up in clich��� ridden bows, I devour all of them and would watch any of them any amount of times (I've seen `What a Girl Wants' like ten times thanks to cable television).

I just love her and her cheesy teen movie gloriousness.

`Sydney White' is one of her latest, a modern retelling of `Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs'. Sydney White is going to college, where she doesn't quite fit in but where she is instantly liked; by MOST. Rachel, student council president and resident `it' girl, loathes Sydney (jealous). She attempts to destroy her socially and forces her into the arms (or house) or seven dorks. When she realizes that their home is being condemned in order to provide space for one of Queen Rachel's projects, Sydney decides to fight her for Student Council Presidency, taking a stand for all the ignored souls on campus.

With numerous references to the cartoon, `Sydney White' has a fun and fresh style about it that is comfortable in its familiarity.

The acting is just what you might expect from this type of film. Bynes is her spunky adorable self. Sara Paxton is believable as the snotty rich girl, although her `fairness' is debatable (NOT attractive as far as I'm concerned). Matt Long is your token heartthrob, and he works, but he's nothing extraordinary. Crystal Hunt is hilarious as Dinky, and the seven dorks are all effective, especially Jack Carpenter, who adds a layer of warmth to Lenny.

It is generic, yes, and totally predictable (aren't ALL of these movies), but it's fun and charming and entertaining and totally watchable. If you are a fan of brainless teen flicks then check this one out.

Gridiron Gang (Full screen)
$14.94
I'm not a huge fan of football movies, but this one goes beyond that. It has its cliched moments, but overall, it has a wonderful message. And the fact that it's based on real events is even better. A movie I think everyone should see.