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RV (2006)
It had its moments--but not many.
This isn't intended as a spoiler, only my personal observations and opinion. Although it had its moments, for the most part I did not enjoy this movie. It seemed to lack Robin William's brilliant comedic timing and vitality. I didn't sense any chemistry between the principals, William and Hines. I found the teenage angst a little hard to handle. The resolution was equally predictable. Daniels and Chenoweth seems well suited for each other and played their parts well. Most of the sight gags felt a little over the top, as if they were trying to get one up on National Lampoon's Vacation. References to body functions seemed over-stated and extreme. Some people enjoy this sort of humor, so who am I to rain on their parade? Judge for yourself.
Betsy's Wedding (1990)
A bit of fun
In a world where brides turn into bridezilla when things don't go exactly as they planned, it's refreshing to see a film about someone who can role with the punches and not take the whole thing too seriously. It's the marriage, not the wedding, that needs people's best efforts. Anthony LaPaglia did a great job, especially when he told his uncle he was going to apply to the police acadamy. It sparked my interest in his other accomplishments and I've be watching for him ever since. Loved the contrasts, even if they were a little exaggerated. Alda and Kahn played great off each other. My favorite lines. Alda: I wanted to give you a wedding you'd never forget. Ringwold (while munching on a piece of pizza) Hmm. I don't think I'll ever forget this. Great family dynamics. An imaginative romp.
Quantum Leap (1989)
Scott Bakula at his best
QL is and will always be one of my all-time favorite shows. As a character actor leaping into different personalities, he adapts episode after episode with flawless and often touching performances. The writing is brilliant but it takes a skilled performer to wear every type of garb and make it believable. He has the ability to take each role seriously, even in the comedy episodes, and play it for realism. It never comes across as hokey or satirical. That takes talent. Besides, he's as cute as a bug's ear. I'm saving up to buy all the seasons on DVD. I have gained a great many insights from watching the show. My favorite? All of them.
Flower Drum Song (1961)
Mixed Feelings
I loved the color and pageantry of the movie. Mioshi is a delightful lady and a pleasure to watch. The themes and comments were appropriate for the time in which it was filmed (eg. Sammy: "We're as good as married." Linda: "Nothing's as good as married.") The only element of the movie that made it drag a little for me was the length of the too many production numbers. Sunday, Sweet Sunday could use some tightening up. I Enjoy Being a Girl gets a little carried away as does Grand Avenue. Love Look Away is brilliant as is Chop Suey with its Asian/Western dance as the cultures attempt to blend. I did learn how to say Happy New Year in Chinese, though. I especially enjoyed the water-color stills of San Francisco. It's a beautiful city and was wonderfully portrayed in the drawings. I have it on video and watch it whenever I need a lift for my spirit.
13 Ghosts (1960)
Ghost Viewer
Believe it or not, I still have my "Ghost Viewer" from when 13 Ghosts first came out it theaters. I bought the video and was disappointed when the option to view the ghosts or not wasn't offered. A little technology, some cardboard and red and blue cellophane could have brought back a real classic. I grew up with the B pictures of the 50's. Thirteen Ghosts was always one of my favorites. I never would have imagined Martin Milner as the "bad guy." I was just a kid at the time--a kid with a canopy bed. The scene where Milner gets squashed by the descending canopy gave me something to think about. When I spotted the video it was a must have. Great memories.