College goes by quickly, especially when you’ve got class, a job, sporting and social events and studying. There’s no time to waste sifting through piles of Sharks United Television (SUTV) movies to find one that’s worth your time. I’m here to do the sifting for you.
If it’s a chick flick you’re seeking then “The Back-Up Plan” starring J-Lo is your best bet. While this romantic-comedy is probably not going to become a cinema classic, it should satisfy even the sappiest of romantic-comedy enthusiasts (myself included). The plot revolves around a single woman who undergoes artificial insemination only to find the love of her life once she becomes pregnant. And, if you just can’t get enough J-Lo you may also want to check out “Selena,” which is also playing this month.
For explosions, slow-motion running, and plenty of tough-guy stares — see “Clash of the Titans” and “The Losers.” “Clash of the Titans” takes us back to the mythologies of ancient Greece while “The Losers” is a present-day tale of betrayal and revenge. What else is there to say about these stories? They’ll probably leave you wanting more, but they’re sure to make up for it with special effects and jam-packed action sequences. And, in the case of Zoe Saldana in “The Losers,” some enraged, scantily-clad damsels in search of some booty to kick.
If you want the opportunity to text your friends that you are ROFL, then check out “Death at a Funeral” and “She’s Out of my League.” Chris Rock stars as Aaron in “Death at a Funeral,” an American remake of this British hit. Aaron is hosting a funeral for his father, but the all-star cast, including Danny Glover, Martin Lawrence, Luke Wilson, Tracy Morgan, Zoe Saldana and Loretta Devine make the funeral seem more like a mad circus than a somber occasion. “She’s Out of my League” teams the not-so-handsome Jay Baruchel (Kirk) with the beautiful Alice Eve (Molly). Molly wants a change of pace from the chiseled jerks she usually dates and decides to date the scrawny Kirk. Kirk can’t believe his luck and the odd pairing makes for a sweet and funny story that even tough-guys will approve of.
Finally, for the serious film critic seeking award-worthy performances, “Good Night and Good Luck” and “The Blind Side” both have the hardware to prove they are more than just fluffy, feel-good films. “Good Night and Good Luck” is a political-drama directed by George Clooney that is both suspenseful and sophisticated while “The Blind Side” is the based-on-real-life story that won Sandra Bullock her first Oscar. It tells the story of Michael Oher and the family that helped him rise from poverty to success in the NFL.
With these recommendations, you can forget about channel surfing or wondering which movie is worth watching. Take my advice and stick with these selections. Life’s too short to watch bad movies.
Watch these movies and other TV shows on Channel 96 in the residence halls.
