Joekingfans Reviews

Carolina Jones and the Broken Covenant (2008 Video)

Breaking Covenants and Breaking Laws (explicit crime on film)

[1/10 · 5 January 2009]

The Law, as we know it, began under Moses. It is called Mosiac Law.

With a company named "Adam & Eve," and a title like this, it is clear that the owners of the company do not care about the Almighty God of Abraham, Issac, and Jacob -- let alone Moses, or his Law.

I am a Writer, and actually chatted with Stephen Spielberg about Indiana Jones in 1979.

I also have background as a Security Officer, and today witnessed a DVD from "Adam & Eve" with actor Randy Spears and an actress named something like Kaylynn.

In the pornographic segment, the actor wears a condom, until the conclusion, the actor ejaculates across the actress' open vagina. Obviously, this could have made an unsuspecting actress pregnant.

An underlying tenant of the law, whether religious law or common law, is that you may not show a profit from a crime. Even if there was no consideration involved as pay, for example, some type of volunteer or theatrical audition role, society still will be protected from criminal behavior.

The Eye (2008)

It's Like An Episode from Rod Serling's "Night Gallery"

[10/10 · 14 February 2008]

I'm old enough to remember the night when NBC aired the pilot for Rod Serling's "Night Gallery." It was like a TV Movie with veteran motion picture stars in the various stories for the premiere of the new NBC network series. One of the stories was of an eye transplant, and horrors that followed. I'm a writer myself, and while it's been so many years since I've seen that "Night Gallery" episode, I call still see how that story and this screenplay share some plot points. I enjoyed that episode, and became a fan of the series. I also enjoyed this movie. A few times while I was watching it, I recalled watching the movie "Tequila Sunrise" with Michelle Pfiefer when that was originally in theaters. She had been so attractive in some of those scenes that it was almost distracting. I had to make a point to concentrate to follow the plot. It was like that for me today with Jessica Alba. I didn't want to get so caught up with the actress' beauty that I missed out on her fine dramatic performance. "The Eye" is much better than that episode of Rod Serling's "Night Gallery" that I saw on NBC a few decades ago. It should be. When you buy a ticket to a motion picture, you want better quality than network TV. "The Eye" with Jessica Alba is well worth the price of admission.

Good Luck Chuck (2007)

Jessica Alba Is Too Classy A Lady For Soft Core Porn Like This

[5/10 · 19 January 2008]

The scriptures tell us that for everything there is a season under heaven. Yes, there's a time for sex. After all, God invented sex. But what irks me about this movie is that they had to include a nude sex scene with a large cross on the wall in the background. The female character in the sex scene has a naked religious argument with the protagonist, a spiritual conversion, and then sits on a park bench reading a book entitled "Jesus." She then falls in love with the new guy who sits next to her who happens to read a book entitled, "Christ." She then decides to marry him instead. "Sacrilege" is the profanation of something held sacred. "Blasphemy" cranks the profanity up a notch. For the genre of soft core porn, the budget and production values for the film are very high. I guess that someone who wanted to take a shot at Jesus decided to do it with big bucks and give it the illusion of class. Classy A-list actress Jessica Alba is wasted in this soft core porn romantic comedy sendup. I hope to see her in future productions that have better taste.

History of the World: Part I (1981)

Like The Line In The Inquisition Song, "What A Show!"

[10/10 · 16 January 2008]

The "Part I" in the title of the film was kind of an inside joke about sequels and film series. After all, if they have a "Rocky II," "Rocky III," "Rocky IV," "Rocky V," etc., how come there was never a "Rocky I?" Mel Brooks delivers a critique of today's religion and politics but with characters and situations set ages ago. After all, the proverbial question set by characters from thousands of years ago, "But what about the poor?" The "F Word" reply given in unison by the chorus of ancient politicians was really a social commentary on contemporary politics. Mel Brooks' musical extravaganza on "The Inquisition" was not just a commentary of a dark, violent, regrettable page of history on the Catholic Church, but a commentary on a few aspects of today's religious issues. Some people in the audience may have felt that some of the religious humor was too disrespectful, with characters in the scenes like Moses, Jesus, priests, nuns, etc. The rule of thumb on that is that you can have Biblical and religious characters in your humor, as long as you're making fun with them, rather than at them. After all, when was the last time you thought about God? Anytime people start talking and thinking about religion, their beliefs or disbeliefs, it's good. It's thought provoking. It would be too "in your face" to use contemporary public figures to make commentary like that. After all, this is a Mel Brooks motion picture for the movie theater where you pay for a ticket and expect quality -- not an episode of "Saturday Night Live" that keeps recycling old jokes with new faces. That's why it's good taste to make your comedic critique with characters and situations set hundreds or thousands of years ago as Mel Brooks did in the first place. "The History Of The World -- Part I" is a delightful comedy. If you haven't seen it yet, it's worth your while.

National Treasure: Book of Secrets (2007)

Reminds Me Of A Classic Spy Thriller

[10/10 · 28 December 2007]

When someone critiques the script for a movie sequel, one of the things they might write in the column is S-O-S, which stands for "Same Old Stuff." The plot for this sequel, however, is really quite original. It takes the characters on an entirely new adventure without having to recycle the plot points from the first film in the series.

The scene atop Mount Rushmore reminds me of Cary Grant's Spy Classic, "North By Northwest," and then morphs into an Indiana Jones-style adventure. We also get to see the sights, outside AND in, from Paris, to London, to Washington, D.C.

The actors are also A-list, as opposed to other films that might only have one or two A-listers. It costs more to make a movie like that, and in this case we can see that the film is the better for it. Thus, my complements to Nicholas Cage, John Voight, and the rest of the cast.

Charlie Wilson's War (2007)

Reminds me of classic James Bond from the early 60s

[10/10 · 21 December 2007]

When Tom Hanks sports the classic "black & white" tux combo, it reminds me of Sean Connery in "Goldfinger." When his belly dancer seduces a Middle Eastern leader, it reminds me of a scene in "From Russia With Love." The classic beauty of the nude women in the hot tub with Tom Hanks reminds me of something from Playboy -- but, well, at least the film rewards both Playboy and James Bond with "mentions." At times, this film is a Spy Comedy. At other times, a Spy Drama. All of the time, an Excellent Movie.

I'm sure we'll be seeing this film at the Academy Awards: Tom Hanks for Best Actor, Julia Roberts for Best Actress, and Philip Seymour Hoffman for Best Supporting Actor. I'd give Director Mike Nichols the award, as well, especially given his decades of achievement.

Don't wait for the DVD. Go see it in the theater. My call is that "Charlie Wilson's War" will be #1 at the Box Office this Christmas!

The Game Plan (2007)

Reminds Me Of Classic Walt Disney Movies

[10/10 · 24 September 2007]

I was a child of the 1960s, and grew up seeing many of those classic Walt Disney films when originally released. After Walt Disney passed away, the Disney films decades later didn't seem to have that same feel to them. "The Game Plan" seems like one of those classic Disney films from the 60s, but up to date rather than in days gone by. I saw a Sneak Preview on Saturday. In "The Game Plan," Boston Quarterback Joe Kingman is quite surprised when he suddenly learns that he has a 6 year old daughter from a previous marriage. It is a story on how his life changes from the playboy lifestyle of perhaps the most eligible bachelor in the NFL to that of a high profile dad. It's a light hearted comedy. My call on "The Game Plan" is that it will be #1 at the Box Office this weekend. It's a good movie. Go see it.

The Weather Man (2005)

Better Than I'd Expected

[10/10 · 1 November 2005]

When I walked into the theater, I was expecting a movie like the classic "Network." The story really deals with the protagonist's personal life. One thing the movie does have in common with "Network" is the profanity. I've worked in the industry, and it is kind of funny when you meet the people you see on TV, and they talk like a sailor.

This film is actually a much more accurate portrayal of what its like to work in the industry than others.

I'd regard this film as a better film than "Broadcast News," which was an Academy Award nominee. "Network" was an award winner, as well.

Thus, my call is that "Weather Man" will be nominated in a few categories. Nicholas Cage deserves the Oscar for this.

The film does have product placement, but they're cool about that, so it doesn't seem gratuitous.

Wedding Crashers (2005)

Looks Like A Comedy Classic

[10/10 · 1 August 2005]

This is one of those movies like "Animal House," "The Blues Brothers," or "10" that will be watched over again and over again ten, twenty, and thirty years from now. There are many scenes in the movie that really seem believable and completely true to life. The two Wedding Crashers remind me of real people that I knew in college. Will Ferrel's role seems a bit too grotesque for my tastes, but hey, there actually are characters like him in any college fraternity. I'm a comedy writer, myself, and I'm willing to bet that a great many of the scenes were based on real things that had happened to people the writer knew. Wedding Crashers is not just a parody; it's a social commentary on how too much partying and unbridled promiscuity will finally catch up with you. Well, at least the two Wedding Crashers repent and return to the side of right and virtue in the end... It's a good movie, and in many ways, quite true to life.

Die Another Day (2002)

(Major spoilers) (Off the record) (Motion Picture professionals only)

[10/10 · 17 April 2004]

From: Joseph King 1607 Debra Drive Arlington, Texas 76010-4915 817-422-3009 [e-mail]

Earlier this afternoon, I was in a Dallas suburb, Richardson, Texas.

Richardson, Texas is a nice, affluent community.

Near the intersection of Coit Road and Beltline Road, there are two video stores: Hollywood Video, and a Blockbuster Video.

Blockbuster Video is owned by Viacom, and I have no idea who the parent company of Hollywood Video is.

I do know that often, Blockbuster has been known to set up on of its store directly across the street from "Mom & Pop" video shops in competition, thus driving the local "Mom & Pops" out of business -- at least as far as Viacom and Blockbuster are concerned.

CBS is a division of Viacom.

King World is a division of CBS.

King World distributes Oprah, Inside Edition, Entertainment Tonight, and others.

I am Joseph King.

In November 1978, it was my suggestion for Oprah Winfrey to host a television program like Phil Donahue's. Oprah was working for PM Magazine at the time.

In June 1979, it was my suggestion for Mary Hart to host, "Entertainment Tonight." The actress Jane Seymour was in the room that day.

In 1980, I won an Academy Award accepted by Jane Seymour, Jessica Lange, and Rachel Ward.

Enough about my background.

I was driving along Beltline, and pulled in regarding the DVD or Video of the James Bond movie, "Die Another Day."

At Hollywood Video, "Die Another Day" was prominantly on display, in alphabetical order, under "D" for "Die Another Day."

At that Blockbuster, "Die Another Day" was under "B" for "Bond, James Bond," or something.

The door on the south side of the Hollywood Video, with a handicapped ramp, looked like a handicapped entrance to me. I walked to that door, and it was locked. I suggested to the management, that that door should be open, unlocked during business hours. The store manager, Robel Negash, refused, saying that the only reason why the handicap ramp is there is because that door is a "Fire EXIT," and not an "entrance."

I encourage motion picture industry professionals to drive by, and see if it looks like a handicapped entrance from the street to you, as well.

At the Blockbuster, I went to use their computer to apply for a postion online at the store PC.

When I went to put in my annual income, $17,000,000 was too large a number for the computer to accept.

The store manager said that I could wait in the store, while he made a few calls.

I offered to come back on Tuesday, when I could see if the store personal computer would accept an entry as large as $17,000,000.

In regard to "Die Another Day," the store manager refused to offer a free rental -- despite the fact that I gave 4 forms of positive identification, and let them know my true "identity."

One security concern: The Hollywood Video application for one of their cards asks for your Social Security number.

Splendor in the Grass (1961)

More Than A Touch of Class: Two Class Acts! (major spoilers)

[10/10 · 25 February 2003]

Though nothing can bring back The Hour of Splendor in the grass, Glory in the Flower

We will grieve not, Rather find strength in what remains behind.



Some people assume that every line we hear in a movie was written and put down in a script ahead of time. Actually, that's not the case. There are actors who are "scripted" and "non-scripted."

For example, the scene in which Natalie Wood asks a priest for advice on how to get back together with her lover, Warren Beaty may have simply been totally ad-libbed. She may have been given 10 minutes to decide what to say. Natalie, perhaps not being a Catholic, may not have known what to say in her scene with the priest -- but she did her best. Likewise, the scene with Warren Beaty with the doctor may have been the same: An actual doctor examining him, with him having to do his best to explain his illness and love for Natalie -- with just 10 minutes or so to think of what to say.

While the film leaves us with the impression that love is some complex puzzle we can never solve, in real life, if two lovers ask advice of a priest or other clergy, their doctor, or other authorities, if there really is some obstacle they're not imagining, if they really love each other with proper respect, they will help you out and offer good advice -- rather than this illusion the film conveys as if love is some great mystery we will never understand.

We can identify with the actors, as we've all been in situations like that. My critique is that the film makes us assume that the priest or the doctor are cold-hearted about their love, when that's not the way it goes in real life.

Of course it's okay for a wealthy young man to marry a girl from a poor family. It happens all the time.

I've been in a movie, and if Natalie Wood and Warren Beaty really were lovers when this was filmed -- they were exploited.

If the lines were scripted, well, what message was the writer trying to send to the young lovers who identified with their characters? Some people will obviously decide it won't make any difference to confide in your doctor or clergy when you're really in love.

Usually, when they want to catch the expression of an actor in a panic, it's in a loving manner. For example, if the actor is really in a hurry to see the actress on the set, they might say, "That bus she's in is pulling away right now -- so you better run!" It's not cruel and heartless, it's just little surprises they like to catch on film.

Natalie Wood and Warren Beaty give excellent performances. Given the situations they were in, they really did their best. Sometimes, when they are casting a role, maybe they don't want someone who would be perfectly at ease confessing their love. Perhaps the Casting people want to put someone in a situation they've never encountered before simply to catch those live "magic moments."

The actors in Hollywood who have careers that span decades like Natalie Wood and Warren Beaty really do have their hearts in the right place. When you meet them in person, they are truly quite loving and down to earth. Being invited to be in someone's film is just like being invited into their own home. Films by Natalie Wood and Warren Beaty will alway be welcome in my home.

Somewhere in Time (1980)

The Love That Transcends Time (major spoilers)

[10/10 · 15 February 2003]

How did they get Jane Seymour to look so beautiful in this film?

Jeannot Szwarc directs "Somewhere In Time," and I vividly recall some episodes of Rod Serling's "Night Gallery" that he had directed. At the climax of the film, when Richard dies, it seems momentarily like it's going to be a bizarre "Night Gallery" love story tragedy. However, Richard finally gets his girl in heaven. Thus, their love really does transcend time. Hey, it just wouldn't be heaven without Jane Seymour, would it? If it was time to report to heaven, wouldn't you like it to be like that? I would!

Watching the film from my point of view as a hypnotist, I can now see the mistake that Christopher Reeve's character makes in the plot. His character, Richard, attempts self-hypnosis. The key is that he tried to accomplish the time travel alone, by himself--and that's the way he comes out of it: alone, by himself. Had a hypnotist been present to assist him, he would not have crashed like that when he was suddenly shocked out of the trance by the penny from 1979.

"Somewhere In Time" gradually became a romantic cult film, although it had a disappointing opening at the Box Office, due to the fact that it was released the same weekend as "The Blues Brothers."

It would be nice to see "Somewhere In Time" re-released in theaters so fans could enjoy it on the big screen.

The Grifters (1990)

It's A Mystery!

[10/10 · 8 February 2003]

They say that in Hollywood, virtually everyone is a screen writer. One of the things a professional reader will look for when they read scripts is to see if they can guess what's going to happen next. When they can, they may write "ROTC," for Right On The Chin.

Essentially, the screen writer gave you all the clues so you could easily follow the story.

"The Grifters" was one of those films where I was surprised by the ending. I never would have guessed.

In novels, one strength is that the author may devote an entire page to what the character is thinking. This answers the rhetorical question, "Why?" What was the motive of each character?

As far as movies go, now that we have the bonus features on DVD, a character's motivation can be explored. For example, in "The Grifters" we can examine the ending from the point of view of the actors, writers, the director, the audience, and others.

If you enjoy a detective story, try looking at this film from the point of view of someone who was trying to determine who committed what crime.

Die Another Day (2002)

Breaks Free from The James Bond Formula

[10/10 · 22 November 2002]

The new James Bond film, "Die Another Day," finally breaks out of that cookie-cutter James Bond Formula. "Die Another Day" is an excellent movie.

The new twists begin with that classic Gun Barrell Effect at the very beginning. This time, we see the bullet zap right at us.

The Pre-Credits Sequence, which James Bond fans call "The Teaser" or "PCS" has often simply been a time for character exhibition, with us joining Bond at the climax of some other mission.

The Pre-Credits Sequence in "Die Another Day" jumps right into the rising action in this adventure.

Madonna's theme song impresses me as the best James Bond theme since Paul McCartney's "Live And Let Die." "Nobody Does It Better" and "For Your Eyes Only" were cool in their day, but Madonna's song seems to fit what we expect for a Bond movie than those two. Madonna's cameo seems to be a bit of distraction. It's simply that we're watching the film, and we say to ourselves, "Oh, there's Madonna!" Perhaps they could have made a cameo for Madonna in the style of the ones Tom Cruise and Gwyneth Paltrow have in the latest Austin Powers. Madonna has quite a few fans, and the cameo is kind of a let down for both Madonna's fans, as well as fans of the Bond film series.

"Die Another Day" certainly has a great deal more violence than many of its predecessors. In the early 60s, the Sean Connery films seemed a little sadistic at the time. I'd have no trouble letting a young child accompany me to one of the Roger Moore Bond films--but with this one, there are a few scenes a little too violent for young children.

There are times when "Die Another Day" seems like a video game. I feel that will really attract the young people, however. This generation has grown up on that stuff, so I'm sure they'll love that stuff.

I've read other reviews where people keep harking that Pierce Brosnan is 50, but when you think of a 50 year old Cary Grant, he was just hitting his stride. Just as Sean Connery was still a hit at age 70, I'm sure we'll be seeing more of Pierce Brosnan over the next two decades.

You'd think that after 20 films, the interplay with Miss Moneypenny, or Q's Weapons Lecture would have long ago been worn out. However, "Die Another Day" reprises those scenes with refreshing new twists! I'm sure the long-time Bond fan will truly enjoy the Miss Moneypenny scene in this film.

Look for "Die Another Day" to also do quite well on DVD. This one is one of those movies that people will want to add to their collection, and watch again from time to time.

"Die Another Day" is quite a refreshing surprise. Go see it! I'll be back to see it again tomorrow!

xXx (2002)

Triple Testosterone

[10/10 · 10 August 2002]

I've seen all 20 of those James Bond films, and "XXX" puts them all to shame!

As far as Action/Adventure movies go, in "XXX" the Action is hotter, the sex is hotter, the humor is funnier, and Vin Diesel is much more masculine that Sean Connery! This is a much better movie than those classic Sean Connery Bond flicks.

I prefer Van Diesel's performance of Xander Cage even to any of the Action/Adventure roles of Arnold Schwarzenegger or Sylvestor Stallone.

I grew up in the 60s, and the American spy films such as Dean Martin's Matt Helm franchise, or James Coburn's two Flint movies were "cool," but they were never quite as good as the actual James Bond films.

Thus far, I'm finding the 2002 spy films, "Minority Report," "Austin Powers in Goldmember" and "XXX" to be much, much better than the James Bond films.

The coming attractions trailer for Eddie Murphy's "I Spy" also looks like it will put the Bond franchise to shame, as well.

It wouldn't surprise me at all if the latest Pierce Brosnan Bond, "Die Another Day" doesn't even come in first place at the Box Office.

MGM should begin sending out an "SOS," because all the cookie cutter Bond films are so locked into that James Bond formula that it's just "Same Old Stuff," "Same Old Stuff," "Same Old Stuff," "Same Old Stuff...."

The fact that People magazine named Brosnan "Sexiest Man Alive" this year means little more to me than being named "Employee of the Month."

Let's face it, James Bond shouldn't be played by an actor who keeps turning down invitations to join the AARP.

Vin Diesel and Sean Connery also have something in common: They're BALD! It really works for Vin Diesel, but I'm sure if a woman had a romantic dinner with Sean Connery, she'd keep dropping hints about how he looks so much better with the hairpiece on.

The premise of "XXX" about an ordinary fellow being suddenly swept into high profile espionage reminds me of Cary Grant's adventure in "North By Northwest."

Cary Grant was the first actor considered for the Bond role, but would agree to do only one film. Too bad the producers didn't take Cary Grant up on that--but it was all about money. (They want you to agree to do 3 at once so they don't have to pay you as much for the second and third one.)

I'll be back to see "XXX" in the theater tomorrow. There's something about watching the film with an audience that's much more satisfying than waiting 6 months to watch it again when the DVD comes out.

There's bound to be a "XXX" sequel. If it were up to me, I'd title that one "XXX: NC-17!"

You'll enjoy "XXX." I give it four stars.

Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002)

Preparation: Hilarious! Yeah, Baby!

[7/10 · 26 July 2002]

It's tough to top yourself, but Mike Myers has done it. "Austin Powers in Goldmember" isn't just the best of that shagadellic franchise; it's Mike Myers best film ever. "Goldmember" is better equiped to blow away box office records than Dr. Evil's giant laser!

I laughed so much I had to take off my Austin Powers glasses a few times to wipe the tears away.

As a long time fan of the James Bond film series, I've always enjoyed the teasers each Bond film begins with. "Goldmember" begins with a teaser better than any of the 20 Bond films.

I own a copy of "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me," and I've watched it dozens of times. My 11 year old son can even do impressions of Dr. Evil and Fat Bastard. Thus, I took my boy and a friend of his along, and my son kept poking me because I was laughing so hard it was embarrassing him in front of his friend. Look for "Goldmember" to set a new record for DVD sales. I know I'll be watching it again and again.

I was driving them home from the movie with my boy and his friend, and I said, "Hey, that movie that Austin Powers was watching in the theater at the end of the movie was the same one Tom Cruise and Danny DeVito were filming at the beginning...."

They then both said, in unison, "You JUST figured THAT out?!?"

I really see this movie as a stepping stone for Tom Cruise. He sold that "Yeah, baby" line quite well, so be on the lookout for Tom Cruise to be in all-out comedy movies in the future--and not just ones that parody his status as an Action/Adventure hero.

While other critics may view the Goldmember character as disappointing, you have to realize the bind the writers were in. I'm sure they would have loved to have made the character just like Auric Goldfinger--but if they tried that, the producers of the James Bond film series would have levied an injunction. The writers did the best they could given the circumstance.

When we look at the Bond films, notice this:

Of the Sean Connerys, the 4th one, "Thunderball" was the coolest one.

Of the Roger Moores, the 4th one, "Moonraker" was the coolest one.

While they've said that this film concludes the Austin Powers franchise, please bring Austin back for a 4th time for "the cool one."

As for the soundtrack, featuring Burt Bacharach and the others, I feel an Academy Award is in order.

I especially enjoyed the reference that Robert Wagner made that while Doctor Evil was out in space, his resources had been used to create the talent agency ICM, which has A-list stars like Julia Roberts.

ICM really is one of the "Big 3" talent agencies. If they'd said, "William Morris," everyone would have laughed, but when they used ICM, I was probably the only one in the audience who appreciated that one.

There was also a moment when an image that looked like a pair of womens breasts appeared on the radar screen. They jump cut to a few different scenes similar to the sequence in "The Spy Who Shagged Me." My son and I agreed that it should have gone on longer than that in "Goldmember."

I'm going to go back and see "Goldmember" again, but instead of bringing my boy and his friend, I'll have to bring two shagadellic babes! And that's my advice for YOU, too! Go see it--and don't forget the babes!

The Blues Brothers (1980)

The Mission From God Rocks On!

[10/10 · 13 July 2002]

I watched The Blues Brothers: Collector's Edition DVD tonight.

It has some new footage and has been digitally remastered. It really is "A Collector's Edition." I'm actually going to keep this one instead of returning it!

Joliet Jake really is on "A Mission From God." The way that he gets the band together and sets out for their first gig with no gig scheduled is just like the way Christ would say to the Apostles, "Follow me," with no worries about what to bring along for the trip. Jesus even let a thief act as his Treasurer.

Jesus cursed a fig tree for not being ready for Him. Jake and Elwood encounter a gas station that has no gas for them, and ironically the gas station explodes behind them when they finally get on their way.

As for Jailhouse Rock at the end, I think that has always been an inside joke that Elvis is really still alive! The reason why all the prisoners are dancing in the aisles is that they've finally seen the light and are having the type of epiphany Jake had when he did front hand springs up the aisle in the church.

I must have watched The Blues Brothers on VHS 30 times or more over the years, and I'd always thought I knew who Carrie Fisher's "Mystery Woman" was based on. It wasn't until tonight that I realized that she was planning to kill Elwood the whole time, as well.

The new DVD is a gem. I think that if they used cutting edge computer technology to throw in some Matrix style special effects with all the dancing, police cars flying, The Penguin sliding back inside her office, and John Belushi doing front hand springs up the aisle of the church, it would break all existing Box Office records!

And speaking of "records," throw in a little more music and suddenly everyone realizes that it always has been a musical!

The use of the Peter Gunn theme has always been cool, and if I could request a song for the new theatrical release, I'd like to request that Henry Mancini theme from the original Pink Panther when David Niven and Robert Wagner are skiing. I always thought that theme was a cool one, too.

I'd like to see The Blues Brothers in one of those new totally digital theaters. In that way, the timing could be controlled to allow for the audience laughter and applause. The brightness could be adjusted so that everyone in the audience wears Blues Brothers 3-D sunglasses.

They could even put in a young Paul Schaeffer with today's technology, as if he'd always been in the film all along!

Could a a digitally remastered movie from 1980 win an Academy Award in 2002? It's easy when you're "on a mission from God!"

Minority Report (2002)

Better than "Indiana Jones!"

[21 June 2002]

"Minority Report" is a classic hit that you'll watch over and over again.

Some critics were saying it is Spielberg's best movie SINCE "Indiana Jones," while I contend that the movie is better THAN "Indiana Jones!"

What about "Schindler's List?" Well, since that's a dramatic masterpiece it belongs with films like "The Godfather" that you might watch once every five to ten years.

I predict "Minority Report" will set a new record for DVD sales, and be one of those movies you can easily watch two or three times a year and have a Rock & Roll Ride each time.

I guarantee "Minority Report" will literally make your eyes pop out!

Tom Cruise is quite good in the comedic moments, and that makes his cameo in "Austin Powers in Goldmember" something to look forward to!

The Coming Attractions trailers that accompany the film are quite sensational.

Usually, I may see a movie when it comes out in the theaters, and then rent the DVD when it comes out 6 months later. However, I think I'll come back to the theater to see "Minority Report," and bring along a few friends.