Sherlock Holmes (2009)

Release Date:
December 25, 2009

Director: Guy Ritchie
Writer(s): Michael Robert Johnson, Anthony Peckham, Simon Kinberg (screenplay)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Mystery
Language: English
Runtime: 128 mins

Cast
Sherlock Holmes: Robert Downey Jr.
Dr. John Watson: Jude Law
Irene Adler: Rachel McAdams
Lord Blackwood: Mark Strong
Inspector Lestrade: Eddie Marsan

Review


A new twist on the classic Sherlock Holmes bursts on the scene with an all-star cast. Sherlock Holmes is investigating how the "sorcerer" Lord Blackwood rose from the grave after being sentenced to death for his crimes. The chemistry between Holmes and Watson is riveting. They could banter back and forth for the whole film and I would be entertained, well not really but you get the point. Despite the fact that for some strange reason Sherlock Holmes has become an action superstar, I do love that his wit and charisma is on point!

Favorite Quote
Sherlock Holmes: You've never complained about my methods before.
Dr. John Watson: I'm not complaining. How am I complaining? When have I ever complained about you practicing the violin at three in the morning, or your mess, your general lack of hygiene, or the fact that you steal my clothes?

Avatar (2009)

Release Date:
December 19, 2009

Director: James Cameron
Writer(s): James Cameron
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Language: English
Runtime: 162 mins

Cast
Jake Sully: Sam Worthington
Neytiri: Zoe Saldana
Dr. Grace Augustine: Sigourney Weaver
Colonel Miles Quaritch: Stephen Lang
Norm Spellman: Joel Moore
Parker Selfridge: Giovanni Ribisi

Review


Simply put this story is a futuristic alien version of Pocahontas. Humans are the English invading the world of Pandora for precious metals, the Indian's land. Jake is a paraplegic war veteran who was brought to Pandora to continue his twin brother's work. James Cameron outdid himself with this film. Avatar is a one of a kind completely visually stimulating film. The world of Pandora is a ridiculously beautiful place, which explains why some audience members wish it were real. With regards to the 3D element of the movie, I am still not convinced that it added to the films "cool factor", however, it is the first 3D film that those stupid glasses didn't give me a headache so I didn't mind it so much. In short, this movie is stunning with a predictable love story that will make your heart smile.

Favorite Quote
Jake Sully: Everything is backwards now, like out there is the true world, and in here is the dream.