Bribery didn't work. Distractions didn't work. Madame Editor is still forcing me to write this week's Mockingbird Movie Guide segment, despite the fact that, yet again, a decent film in theaters remains downright elusive. The Winter Blahs will not cease their reign of terror for at least another week, but least there's some relief from one of my favorite authors, Dr. Seuss, in the mix. Let's get to this so I can fast-track to the happy hour cocktail line quickly forming around Casa Mock's swim-up bar.
SEE: The Lorax
You don't have to read into the symbolism or the underlying political themes of this film to enjoy it. It probably doesn't capture the wit, beauty and brevity the way in which only Dr. Seuss can, but it may still be a nice way to escape for less than two hours. But go to a midnight showing so you don't have to deal with the rugrats. I truly love it when the Once-ler says "Shut up if you please".
SKIP: Project X
Another waste of film, time and money. There's been a million of these high school-the-parents-are-gone-for-the-weekend-let's-throw-a-party stories, can we find one that is actually funny? The answer is yes, but not with this film. Start your search here instead.
RENT: Hugo
Okay, not really. But go ahead, jump on that bandwagon of Oscar-week leftovers. I triple dog dare you not to fall asleep before the end credits roll. My apologies to Mr. Scorsese (take a shot!) but I just had no desire whatsoever to watch this.
Or you could sit at home and watch The Godfather, Parts I and II on AMC all day on Saturday, too. That's never a bad idea.
I knew it was you, Fredo,
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