Borat - Kazakhstani TV talking head Borat (Sacha Baron Cohen) is dispatched to the United States to report on the greatest country in the world. With a documentary crew in tow, Borat becomes more interested in locating and marrying Pamela Anderson. Directed by Larry Charles and written by Sacha Baron Cohen and Anthony Hines.

Sallie says"I  give it my stamp.  Hilarious!"

Sharita says "The satire made me uncomfortable at times, and yet...A stamp!"

 

1.  Miracle on 34th Street
2.  Chicken Run
3.  Hannah and Her Sisters                
4.  Pieces of April
5.  The House of Yes                        
6.  Ice Storm
7.  Ice Harvest                                   
8.  The Ref
9.  Home For The Holidays                
10. Planes, Trains & Automobiles

 Running With Scissors  - Based on The Memoir with the same title written by Augusten Burroughs, and directed by Ryan Murphy.  This is a story about young Augusten and his relationship with his mother, played by Annette Bening.  As his mother becomes mentally unstable, she eventually gives custody of Augusten to her shrink, Dr. Finch (Brian Cox).  Augusten shares with the audience what it was like to grow up as part of Dr. Finch's extended family.  The film also features Alec Baldwin, Gwenyth Paltrow and Joseph Fiennes.

TWO STAMPS!!!

Sharita Says "Will someone please give Benning an oscar?  I give it my stamp."

Sallie Says "I enjoyed the performances so much in this film, that I completely forgot I peed on myself earlier.  I give it my stamp."

WEEKLY RENTALS

Edmond  -  After leaving his wife, Edmond Burke (William H. Macy) wanders the streets of New York in search of a place where he belongs.  The film is written by David Mamet and directed by Stuart Gordon.  The movie also stars, Julia Stiles, Denise Richards, Mena Suvari and Bokeem Woodbine.

 Sharita Says "Now this is my kind of movie!  Stamp, Stamp, Stamp."

Brick  -  This film is about a teenage loner who pushes his way into the underworld of a high school crime ring to investigate the disappearance and murder of his ex-girlfriend.  The movie stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt and is written and directed by Rian Johnson.

Sallie Says "This film is very different, but I loved the new language it created.  Great commitment to the style.  I give it my stamp."

 

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The Prestige -  Directed by Christopher Nolan.  Written by Christopher and Jonathon Nolan.  The film is about rival magicians in turn-of-the-century London who battle each other for their trade secrets. The rivalry is so intense that they even stoop to murder. The title refers to the product of a successful trick.  The movie features an all-star cast including: Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine and Scarlett Johansson.

Sallie Says "Would make a great rental, but not worth $10.75.  NO STAMP."

Sharita Says "It satisfied me and I give it a stamp."

WEEKLY RENTALS

An American Haunting -  Starring Donald Sutherland and Sissy Spacek, this film is based on the true story of the Bell Witch who haunted a family from a small town in Tennessee.  The film is directed by Courtney Solomon.

 

Sharita Says "This was no thriller & I was not thrilled.  Save your money & rent something else."

Mother Kusters Goes To Heaven (1975) -  An ordinary housewife learns just how dysfunctional her family and society is after her husband goes postal at his factory job and murders his boss's son and himself.  It was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder and is in German with English subtitles.

Sallie Says "This is a complete WOF (waste of film)! It sucked and I wish I could get those two and a half hours of my life back."

A GUIDE TO RECOGNIZING YOUR SAINTS is a coming-of-age drama about a boy growing up in Astoria, N.Y., during the 1980s. As his friends end up dead, on drugs or in prison, he comes to believe he has been saved from their fate by various so-called saints.  This film marks the directorial debut of Dito Montiel who also wrote the screenplay which is based on his autobiography with the same title.  The film features Robert Downey, Jr., Chazz Palminteri, Dianne Wiest, Rosario Dawson, and Shia LeBoeuf .

 Sallie Says: "I liked it! Bravo Dito!" 

Sharita Says: "Unfortunately, I can't give it my stamp.  It lacked a driving force.  Sorry"

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 WOF OF THE WEEK

WOF stands for Waste of Film

 THE BLACK DAHLIA is this week's WOF.  What a Piece of Crap!  Directed by Brian DePalma, this film stars Josh Hartnett, Scarlett Johansson, Hilary Swank and Aaron Eckhart.  This melodrama is an adaptation of James Ellroy's novel about two 1940s L.A. cops who head up the hunt for the killer of starlet Elizabeth Short. 

 Sallie Says: "The Black Dahlia completely ruined my evening and Brian DePalma owes me $10.75 plus popcorn and candy money.  If you see it, you'll be sorry."

 WEEKLY RENTAL RECOMMENDATION

 HARD CANDY  Pick this one up over the weekend and you will certainly be entertained.  This film features Patrick Wilson and Ellen Page in a twisted version of "Little Red Riding Hood" directed by David Slade and written by Brian Nelson.  This film is about a mature 14-year old girl (Ellen Page) who meets a charming 32-year old photographer (Patrick Wilson) on the Internet. Suspecting that he is a pedophile, she goes to his home in an attempt to expose him.

 Sallie Says: "Ellen Page is so good she makes you ask yourself why you wasted so much time and money on films with Scarlett Johansson."

 Sharita Says: "Now that's a movie! From beginning to end Brilliant!"

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Today's podcast reviews "Requiem".  Find out what Sallie and Sharita thought of this film.


Requiem is Directed by Hans-Christian Schmid and is about a young woman (Sandra Huller) who comes to believe that she is possessed and seeks help from friends, family and her parrish priests.  The tale is based on a true story and is set in Germany with German subtitles. 


Sallie Says "Don't see this unless you have insomnia.  It Sucks!"

Sharita Says "z z z z z"


The Hills Have Eyes  (2006) - This is a horror story about an American family who takes a road trip and finds themselves stranded and confronted with a band of cannibals.  Wes Craven produces this remake of his 1977 classic by the same name.  Directed by Alexandre Aja and starring Kathleen Quinlan.

Sharita Says " It's a cheap thrill.  Check it out if you like gore"

After Hours - This 1985 comedy is Directed by Martin Scorsese and features Griffin Dunne, Roseanna Arquette, Catherine O'Hara and Teri Garr.  Set in New York, this takes place over the course of one evening and is one man's adventure as he tries desperately to get home.

Sallie Says "I love it!!!  It's Face-grabbing!"

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The Departed is a crime-thriller directed by Martin Scorsese.  It's set in Boston and follows the story of two young police officers on opposite sides of the Law.  One cop is in alliance with the Irish Mafia by night and infiltrates the Boston police by day.  The other is sent undercover to join the Mob and bring down the notorious Mafia Boss.

The film features an all star cast. 

It's a Split!!!

Sharita says "It was a let down."

Sallie says "Worth it!"

Shortbus is a story about New Yorkers who come to the exclusive club Shortbus to work out problems in their sexual relationships.

Sharita Says "Do your research first...but see it if you like films about New York, are comfortable with explicit sex, or are a pervert."

The Last Kiss is a film about relationships and Zach Braff stars in this melancholy tale of a young man going through a premature mid-life crisis.  Blythe Danner, Tom Wilkinson, Jacinda Barrett, Rachel Bilson and Casey Affleck star in this film.  Directed by Tony Goldwyn, this is a remake of the Italian film, L'Utimo Bacio.

Sallie says "Don't see it with your significant other...but see it."

OK Folks, we're about to give you pearls here, so listen up...

WOF

stands for WASTE OF FILM

In an effort to save your precious time and money, we strongly urge you to NOT see the following films:

drumroll please...

1. SILENT HILL                   2. JACKASS - NUMBER TWO

...your welcome -  Sallie & Sharita

Don't know what to rent this week and need a suggestion??? 

Sallie says "Lolita"

Director Stanley Kubrick's 1962 film version of Vladimir Nabokov's novel scandalized audiences -- and still shocks today. James Mason gives an amazing performance as Humbert.  Humbert is uncontrollably attracted to jailbait teen Lolita, played by Sue Lyon. Mason knows no good can come of his pursuit, but he continues despite the overwhelming reasons to stop.  Peter Sellers costars as Mason's nemesis, Clare Quilty.

Sharita says "Inside Man"

JackAss - number two TANKS

Sallie says "I snuck in...didn't pay and still wanted my money back!  Only someone obsessed with penis could like this film."

Sharita says "You saw it? Who's the jackass now?"

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jesus camp isn't a complete waste money

Sallie Says "Not Worth It"

Sharita Says "See it"

Listen to the full review and let us know what you think

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