I have a secret. I like stupid movies. I like movies where you don't have to think to much. Don't get me wrong, I like movies where you have to think too, but every once in a while, I like me some mindless comedy.
Blades of Glory (BoG from now on) is the latest of a line of movies, more often than not starring Will Ferrell, that take well-known concepts like the buddy movie and the underdog sports movie, and presents it in a completely silly way. Oh, they also have a dollop of celebrity cameos as well.
BoG is a thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining movie--as long as you don't think two much. If you go in expecting Hamlet, A) there is something wrong with you, abd B) you will be disappointed. If you go expecting a silly comedy, you be very happy.
The acting is first rate all around. Farrell is an old pro at these kinds of movies, and Jon Heder is quickly becoming one. Will Arnett and Amy Poehler provide excellent support, and Jenna Fischer is cute, sexy, charming, sweet and funny all at the same time. I have got to watch the Office more often.
I laughed out loud several times during the movie--a line here or there, during the Arnett/Farrell chase scene. And I gotta say, the scene with Heder in the bathroom is cringe inducing humor at its best.
So, I liked the movie. It's not heavy or Oscar worthy, but fun.
Now, the trailers:
- Ocean's 13: I realized that there are a lot of sequels coming out this year. 4 of the 6 trailers were for sequels. This one seems to be more in line with the first one instead of the "let's film our vacation" second one.
- Spider-Man 3: I can wait to see this. I am going to put myself into a chemically induced coma to awaken on May 4 so it seems like no time passed between now and then. The trailer is that good.
- Pirates of the Carribean: At World's End: This trailer was exciting: a lot of humor, great action, and good CGI. Only problem: So was the trailer for the last movie. But there were a whole lot of long, drawn out boring parts between the exciting scenes featured in that trailer. How can I allow my heart to trust again?
- I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry: Jessica Biel appears in this movie wearing only her underwear. I repeat. Jessica. Biel. Appears. In. This. Movie. Wearing. Only. Her. Underwear. That might make it almost worth seeing, if the story doesn't get too homophobic.
- Shrek 3: The previous installments of three movies on this list, including Shrek 2, rank on the list of the highest grossing movies of all time. This year might be the highest grossing summer season ever.
- Disturbia: Hmm. James Stewart. Shia LaBeouf. Broken Leg. Ankle Bracelet. Seeing this movie in the theaters. Buying Rear Window. Hmm. Let me log on to Amazon.
