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I didn’t think there was anything more
Ricky Gervais could say or do for people such as myself to like him even more. Then he went and revealed that he is a not just a fan of
The Simpsons, but regards it as the best TV show of all time.
Matt Groening extended an invitation to Gervais after many of the creators and writers found they shared a love for The Office – saying: “Everybody on The Simpsons is a fan of The Office – it’s one of the best shows on TV in the last decade.” Where Ricky replied: “This the most intimidating project of my career. The Simpsons is the greatest TV show of all time.” Gervais did an interview with UNCUT where he listed his top 10 sitcoms of all time [see list here] and guess who made #1? (more…)
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Happy Mother’s Day everyone! I would give credit to the movie Mom who rises above the rest to become my favorite on screen mom of all time. The film is Serial Mom (1994) and the Mom is Beverly Sutphin. Of course she doesn’t stack up with my own mother, but does anyone? Nope.
Serial Mom is a American satirical comedy film written and directed by John Waters, starring Kathleen Turner as the title character. I have seen the film many times now and it still makes me laugh. I recommend this film to everyone, maybe even get your Mom over and make a night of it; Kodak moment. Throughout the film Beverly Sutphin takes it upon herself to punish those who get in her way or children’s way, or simply just piss her off. Here is a list of the victims: (more…)
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It’s been a long while since I have had the chance to sit down, crack my knuckles and speak to the good citizens of the City of Films. While the spotlight has been on The City Strip, I have had a chance to sit down, fire up the telly and watch a few flicks. So to provide a few recommendations, and perhaps some words of warning, here are my thoughts on what I’ve been watching.
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Tags: 2012, boondock saints, boondock saints 2, dexter, independance day, overnight, troy duffy
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The year was 1994. Kevin Smith took Sundance and Cannes by storm with his low budget and highly intellectual comedy Clerks. Miramax took on the film and it was smooth sailing from there. Awards and praise for the film and filmmaker with future rankings such as “number 34 on Bravo’s 100 Funniest Movies” [list]. It has since spawned comics, toys, a sequel and millions of fanboys for Kevin Smith. This film ranks high for me and has the privilege above all other Kevin Smith films as being his best work with Chasing Amy coming in at a strong second. Familiarize yourself with Kevin Smith: (more…)
Tags: chasing amy, clerks, kevin smith, tim burton, zach and miri
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While winter is starting to wind down for many, Olympic hockey is heating up in Vancouver, BC as the quarterfinals are upon us. It seemed like as good of time as any to run through some of the highs and lows of hockey films. So without further adieu, let’s hit the ice and take a look at the good, the bad, and the toothless. (more…)
Tags: emilio estevez, mystery alaska, Paul Newman, russell crowe, slap shot, the mighty ducks, two and a half men
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So here we are with a new year and a new line up of movies to enjoy. Did you hear that 2009’s box office beat the sales of DVD and Blu-ray? Really, for true life it did. We made a Movies You Should Have Seen In 2009 so it’s no wonder we have put together a list of Movies To See In 2010. That is, the hope that these said movies live up to their hype or at least the expectations we have granted them. On with the show this is it…
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Tags: a nightmare on elm street, anticipated movies, cemetary junction, deathly hallows, harry potter, hearafter, inception, iron man 2, lovely bones, movies of 2010, paul, shutter island, the expendables, toy story 3
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So the hype is gearing up again; the rumors are swirling, the buzz is building, and the martinis are being shaken. As if there was any doubt; James Bond’s return to the silver screen is quickly approaching. It seems like just yesterday that an underwhelming Quantum of Solace was debuting nationwide. But fear not, whether it is as a ‘special advisor’, or in a directorial capacity, Sam Mendes has been tabbed to helm the next 007 adventure. With such films as American Beauty, Road to Perdition, and Jarhead under his belt, fans are craving a return to Casino Royale form. With that, let’s take a gander at the District Attorney’s latest case: The City V. 007. In this case we will examine 3 areas in which Mendes can improve upon to breathe life back into this franchise.
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Tags: american beauty, casino royale, daniel craig, desmond llewelyn, jarhead, quantum of solace, road to perdition, sam mendes
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This is not a list. The following is a wide range of great films that came out in the year 2009. We strongly urge every Citizen to check out these titles. Sorry to the Twilight fans; your movie is still arse. Stay tuned for our most anticipated movies of 2010. With the exception of ‘The Single Best Movie of the Year’, the rest are in no particular order.
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Tags: 500 days of summer, avatar, bad lieutenant, best of the year, funny people, hurt locker, inglorious basterds, moon, movies you should have seen, observe and report, pixar, precious, sherlock holmes, the best movies, the best of 2009, up, watchmen, where the wilds things are
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