Calvinsemail Reviews

Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay (2008)

Even better than the first!

[8/10 · 10 August 2008]

When I saw Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle, I was pretty impressed and I wanted to see the sequel real bad. So when it came out on DVD, I rented it and watched the unrated version. It was pretty shocking to find out that Kumar used to have an actual girlfriend before. Even more shocking that it was thanks to her that he started smoking weed. And like in the first one, this movie shows that there are still racist people in this world. So if you want to get a good laugh, see some crazy things(a.k.a the bottomless party), and have a good time, I totally recommend this movie. Some of it was ridiculously over-exaggerated, but overall, it was still a good movie.

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004)

Funny Stuff man...Funny Stuff

[10/10 · 25 July 2008]

I'd heard about this movie a while ago, but hadn't the time to see it. I finally managed to see it a few months ago. The plot is similar to Dude, Where's My Car?, except it had more plot and was longer. Harold and Kumar make an awesome dynamic duo. Kal Penn proves that he can act once again.While the plot is your typical two stoner's having an adventure together story, it also shows how there is still plenty of racism in this country, even if it is a little exaggerated. Long story short, Harold and Kumar is an awesome movie, and it makes me want to go to Jersey and find a White Castle. Click yes if you agree with me. My vote is 10.

iCarly (2007–2012)

Actually an O.K. show

[8/10 · 23 July 2008]

Compared to shows like Zoey 101 and Unfabulous, iCarly is actually a pretty decent sitcom. I think it's awesome how other kids can show their cool (if not sometimes freaky) talents and be on TV. So far I would say my favorite character is Spencer and for those of you who don't like him, at least he's not as bad as Crazy Steve from Drake and Josh. The only thing about the show that I do not like is how mean Sam is to Freddie. Personally if I were him, I would just grow some balls and fight back. Other than that, I like this show. I think Miranda Cosgrove does an excellent job and I like her in this show so much better than when she was Megan on Drake and Josh. THe other actors do a pretty decent job to but, again Spencer is my favorite.

Meet Dave (2008)

Not bad.

[8/10 · 22 July 2008]

Well, Eddie Murphy has once again proved that he can play multiple roles(Norbit, Nutty Profesor). I honestly would not be surprised if there was a movie starring just him. In this movie, a tiny meteor lands on earth. A small boy finds it and keeps it. 3 months later, a space craft lands on earth in the shape of a human. It is controlled by aliens the size of Lego people. Turns out they need the space rock so they can use it to save their planet. On their search for it, they learn how to interact with humans. This movie has certain qualities that make an O.K. film. Most of it is whoopee-cushion humor but some of it works out. It also teaches kids that no matter how big or small you are, you can accomplish anything.

Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005–2008)

For once, Nick did something right!

[10/10 · 19 July 2008]

O.K., at first, I didn't really watch the show a whole lot. Then, before the 1st season finale, they showed a marathon of it. I watched the whole thing and was deeply impressed. Avatar is by far the greatest series ever created by Nickelodeon. The plot was excellent, I love the people who do the voices, and it's so cool to see them bending all those elements. Unlike most shows on Nick, Avatar isn't always black and white i.e., when Zuko appears to be good, goes bad, then becomes good again. In the series you've got Aang, the fun loving Avatar, Katara, the strong water-bender, Sokka the fierce, but silly warrior, and Toph a blind, wisecracking earth-bender. All in all, it's a great show, and I am truly sad that it's ended.

Hancock (2008)

Call me an asshole one more time.....

[7/10 · 5 July 2008]

Okay, now I've seen a lot of superhero movies but Hancock is by far the most unique. Hancock is like a superhero who just got his powers. While he tries to save people, he ends up hurting people more than helping them and causes tons of damage. The difference is, he never learns from his mistakes and people hate him for it. Than, one day, he saves a man's life from a train accident. This man tries to bring the world together, but is always unsuccessful. So naturally, he tries to help Hancock, and the rest is history. Hancock is an exceptionally good film and I encourage people to see it. Will Smith, as always, does an outstanding job as Hancock and the special effects were pretty good too. The plot was a little thin, and the last 10 minutes of it were kinda weird. All in all, not one of the greatest superhero movies I've seen, but it was pretty cool just the same.

Cyberchase (2002– )

A good show, but....

[8/10 · 3 July 2008]

I want to say, that I've watched this show since it started and I think it's great. It's very good for helping elementary kids with math. I enjoy Christopher Lloyd and Gilbert Gottfried as Hacker and Digit. I also enjoy the guest voices that they've had such as Tony Hawk, Jasmine Guy, etc. The only issues that I have with it are as follows: 1.As newer episodes arrive,they seem to become more repetitive. 2.And this is what bugs me the most: the animation. It was fine in the first few seasons but as the new ones came in, it began to look very two dimensional(watch it and you'll see what I mean).

Those are my only complaints. Besides that, it is a very good show.