ABOUT ME:

ABOUT ME: I am a lifelong movie lover. So much of one, that my first job ever was as an usher at a movie theater. I was immediately hooked, stayed for 5 years, worked every job and eventually managed. I am still a regular movie theater patron and enjoy watching movies at home. I love to follow the box office totals too. It's always fascinating to me to see how a movie fares. There are so many variables: release date, competition, mood of movie-goers. A sure hit flops at the box office, while a low budget independent film takes off and earns millions. I also love movie trivia and discussions. This is just a place for me to share my thoughts on everything related to the movies (all genres). Please participate; I love feedback of all kinds. Well, off to the movies!

Monday, February 24, 2014

Review: Last Vegas

Last Vegas is a cross between The Hangover and Cocoon. Where they succeeded, this movie failed. Four OLD (70-ish) buddies reunite in Las Vegas to celebrate the wedding of one of the gang, to a much younger woman. I laughed ONE time during the whole movie. It IS supposed to be a comedy. It's totally predictable and stale. Surprisingly, a very disappointing script was accepted by the great talents of Michael Douglas, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Kline and Robert DeNiro. They ALL needed a paycheck?! An example of where aging guys try to relive their youth that worked much better is the recent Stand Up Guys and the not so recent Tough Guys (with Michael's dad Kirk Douglas). My advice is not to spend your time watching this movie. Grade: C-


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