INTO THE WILD (Released to Theaters USA 2007)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.0|5.0 Starsìììì  Into the Wild—message story with its message deeply hidden—is partially based on a true story of one young man's quest for the meaning of life. This movie is based on a book written by Jon Krakauer, story picked up by Sean Penn who decided to write a movie script and produce the film. This has some nudity and some sexual scenes. But besides that the film is a good watch.  Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images Storyline A young man wants to find the meaning of life and how to achieve more happiness. He leaves his mother, father, sister, and material assets behind and begins hitchhiking across the United States while gradually heading toward the Alaskan wilderness. Additional Thanks Thank you to Director Sean Penn for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Sean Penn, Art Linson, and Bill Pohlad for making the film possible. Cast includes Emile Hirsch, Marcia Gay Harden, William Hurt, Jena Malone, Catherine Keener, Brian H. Dierker, Vince Vaughn, Zach Galifianakis, Kristen Stewart, and Hal Holbrook.  Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. There is a strong message at the end of story that has been presented exceptionally well. The answer to both of his questions is given within the movie and allows any person watching the film access to the answer without needing to go on this young man's quest. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

MASTERMINDS (Theatrical Release USA 2016)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.0|5.0 Starsìììì

Masterminds styles itself with light, easy comedy that follows the antics of Owen Wilson, Kristen Wiig, Jason Sudeikis, and Zach Galifianakis in a script based on a true story. With every possible ability to go awry, a plan to rob an armored truck company succeeds. It’s a simple story, but worth a watch.

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Storyline

Steve Chambers (Owen Wilson) and Kelly Campbell (Kristen Wiig) use David Ghantt (Zach Galifianakis), an armoured truck driver, to rob a fortune.

Additional Thanks

Thank You to Director Jared Hess and to Executive Producers Brent Almond, Dana Brunetti, Brett Dahl, Erin David, Adam Fields, Kenneth Halsband, Jody Hill, Ryan Kavanaugh, Jerry Lasky, Danny McBride, Jill Sobel Messick, Kevin J. Messick, Joseph Nicholas, Andrew Panay, Andrew C. Robinson, Tucker Tooley, and Jared Underwood for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Eric Payne (Ross Kimball), Mike McKinney (Jason Sudeikis), Runny (Devin Ratray), Michelle Chambers (Mary Elizabeth Ellis), Jandice (Kate McKinnon), Scanlon (Leslie Jones), Plewe (Jon Daly), Doug Jeffcoat (Ken Marino), Raydel Quintero (Daniel Zacapa), and Anchorman (Tom Werme).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. It’s afternoon watch when nothing else is available for the teen/adult audience.

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G-FORCE (Theatrical Release USA 2009)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 3.7|5.0 Starsììì

G-Force almost lives up to its hype. It starts well and pretty much holds its own to the end credits. The audience gets a bonus at the end with a cool song that leaves the viewer with a good feeling that they have been fully entertained. Casting makes outstanding choices for the voices of the guinea pigs and the mole. All in all—good work.

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Storyline

The government has equipped a team of small mammals to serve as special agents. When the government shuts down their special task unit, the animals find themselves on their way to a pet shop.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Hoyt Yeatman for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producers Duncan Henderson, David P.I. James, Chad Oman, and Mike Stenson for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Saber (Bill Nighy), Kip Killian (Will Arnett), Ben (Zach Galifianakis), Marcie (Kelli Garner), Connor (Tyler Patrick Jones), Penny (Piper Mackenzie Harris), Agent Carter (Gabriel Casseus), Agent Trigstad (Jack Conley), and Rosalita (Niecy Nash).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. It’s fresh, a novel concept, and a good adult/child share movie.

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