Megamind my rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Delightfully witty and fun feel-good comedy. With the now-expanding number of these computer animated movies, Megamind stands out. Fun for kids, and rich with humor. It has hints of the greatness of The Incredibles, with the character charm of any Pixar movie. Dreamworks has done well. Will Ferrell and Tina Fey are wonderful in their roles as the villain, and the love interest.
It's Kind of a Funny Story my rating: 3 out of 5 stars
Zach Galifianakis is capable in the role of recovering crazy in the hospital mental ward. However, his full comedic genius is never fully unleashed. He is confined to a super-sweet, genuine man who is helping 16 year old Craig sort things out. He convinces teenage Craig that, despite his problems, he is young, full of potential, and smart. An interesting endeavor, Its Kind of a Funny Story is somewhere between made-for-tv dramedy and indie film hipness.
A Dog Year my rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars
This is a well-meaning story from HBO about a man's self-discovery. As Jon (Jeff Bridges) struggles to write his next book, he must look after a "rescue" dog that he found. The rescue doggie ends up being a full-time job, and leads him on the path toward getting some therapy. It was a so-so story that kept my attention. A bit sad, and interesting. Jeff Bridges is always good. Watch it on a rainy day, I suppose. Or not.
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