Star Trek (Jason says 2 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
Now we can see how awesome the show would of been had Shatner not hogged all the lines.

2. Would I watch it again? YES
Not only would I watch Star Trek again, but I want to join Star Fleet. Like yesterday!

UP (Jason says 2 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy the movie? YES
Standing in the lobby, holding Felix tight, tears streaming down my cheek, I silently thank Pixar for telling tales of emotional truth.

2. Would I watch it again? YES
Yes, yes, and yes...though not in 3D.

Dance Flick (Jason says 1 out of 2, finally)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
Not a critical favorite, nor even a non-critical favorite, the actors earnestness won me over.

2. Would I watch it again? NO
I would absolutely watch the final dance off over and over again. Unfortunately that is the only part I could watch over and over. The filmmakers make a good step in wrapping the satire around a central movie, like Young Frankenstein follows Frankenstein, but they still resorted to the montage comedy shorthand, like Epic Movie or Date Movie, too much for my tastes.

X-Men Origins: Wolverine (Bob says 2 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
After hearing about mixed reviews coming out for this film, I wasn't expecting to be wowed much. I had my own reservations: I preferred they do an X-Men 4, not a prequel. I had the same feelings about Star Trek actually. But, having said that, this backstory on Wolverine was done really well and deserves better than it's getting from some people. It was fascinating to see how Logan grew up, being much older than you'd think. A great part of the story is his complicated relationship with his brother. One moment he's about to tear him to shreds, the next he's saving his life (on a much smaller scale, don't we feel this way about our own siblings?) Wolverine gets a girlfriend who is both gorgeous and compassionate, and we identify with Logan when he discovers her "fate" and then her fate (you will know what I mean by this when you see the film.) Great to see Patrick Stewart briefly, oh how I wish they'd do another Star Trek with the Next Generation crew.

2. Would I watch it again? YES
This is a fine addition to the other X-Men films, I'd watch this one before the others so you can have the fun of seeing them chronologically. Although I never followed the comics or cartoon versions of X-Men with any consistency, I've really liked the X-Men movies.

Land of the Lost (Bob says 0 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? NO
Granted, I watched this film 15 minutes after the terrific animated film Up, so perhaps the contrast made me dislike this film more than I would normally. Or maybe it just highlights what Up did right and Land of the Lost did wrong. I laughed several times during this film, not because I found the jokes funny (they were not), but because I was amazed at how terrible the movie I was watching really was. Land of the Lost has had two runs as a television show, once in the seventies and once in the early nineties. Both were weird, but not comedies. They focused on the characters and the bonding of a family trapped in a world much different than their own. I had been moved by the show's portrayal of Tom Porter facing the new task of being a single parent and investing in his kids. There was no reason to spoof that show, let alone spoof it so badly. Will Ferrell has fallen far from his SNL days and the hilarious Anchorman. I think he seriously needs to follow the path of Jim Carrey and Adam Sandler by mixing his comedy roles with some drama to show he has some acting chops on him.

2. Would I watch it again? NO
If you offered me a large some of cash, I would consider it if I could nap while it was playing. I'm still waiting for the real version of Land of the Lost, not this urination (literally in one scene) on the memories of a good TV show. I hated this film.

Up (Bob says 2 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
A strong candidate to win the Oscar for best animated film. On one level, it's consistently entertaining with great characters. It's got some great humor too, I could tell Pixar was not going through the motions with this one. Russell's opening speech at Carl Fredrickson's is hilarious, as he has to repeat his lines over and over each time Carl opens and closes the door. Pete Docter and Bob Peterson are spot on with my ideas of how dogs think. "A squirrel!" or "A ball! Oh, yes, I want that" stops a dog right in his tracks the way guys sometimes are when a hot chick walks by. On another level, it teaches us some important lessons about love and friendship. Carl is determined to get his house to Paradise Falls if it kills him. The reason is because he made a promise to his late wife Ellie he would do so. But then he builds a relationship with Russell and feels compassion for him as he learns the boy's father is largely absent from his life. Carl realizes his adventures with Ellie, while wonderful, have passed and takes her advice to begin a new adventure, which Carl decides should be as a guardian figure for Russell. Terrific stuff and very impressive to include these themes in a "kids" movie.

2. Would I watch it again? YES
With Wall-E last year and Up this year, Pixar is churning out some timeless tales that combine humor, drama and messages that everyone can appreciate. Edward Asner's voice is perfect for Carl, as it is for many animated characters. A great film.

Earth (Bob says 1 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
Most of the time when you see animals in movies, they're around for laughs, such as recent animated features like Madagascar 2 and Kung Fu Panda. Archie the bear comes to mind in the live action Dr. Dolittle 2 as well. Those movies have their place, some of them being quite good. But here we have a movie featuring animals just being animals, as God intended them to be. Following several different animal families, we notice how these creatures instinctively travel to find food and water. They are very protective of their young, warding off any predators that might be looking for a meal. There was some great suspense in the episode featuring the lions' attempts to devour the baby elephants. What happens when the lions rethink their strategy and attack is shockingly awesome, as these beasts were not following a script, they were simply being crafty carnivores. I'm trying to think if I've ever seen another live action film with absolutely no people in any scene. This could be a first.

2. Would I watch it again? NO
My no is not intended as a put down for this film. I recommend people give this movie a look. But, I watch quite a few flicks each year and I only say I'd watch a film again if I couldn't bear the thought of seeing it only once. This movie was very nice, but didn't necessarily have me begging for a second viewing. However, I think Disney is doing the right thing by making films like this and should keep it up.

I Love You, Man (Jason says 2 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
Sure I brought my one year old to this movie. And yes I missed parts of the movie taking Felix to the lobby. But I still laughed every time I came back. I think that says something.
2. Would I watch it again? YES
I would enjoy seeing the parts I missed.

Fast and Furious (Jason says 0 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? NO
Why do people ruin a perfectly good car chase movie with dialogue or characterization. Loud music. Louder cars. Loudest crashes. What more do you need?
2. Would I watch it again? NO
Absolutely not. Not even the director cut with the deleted scenes because I'd still have to sit through all the cliched tough-guy bullshit. Why were all of Braga's men at a cock fight instead of guarding him. Since when did you have to bribe a priest to pray in a church? And good gravy why was Toe-sucker in only one scene?

Adventureland (Jason says 2 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
Misadvertised as a comedy, Adventureland is a love song to a period in one's life when you feel more lost than found. A coming of age told with a compassion and honesty I admire.
2. Would I watch it again? YES
Absolutely. I'm a sucker for these coming of age stories. Maybe it has to do with how out of place I felt growing up.

Terminator Salvation (Bob says 1 out of 2)

1. Did I enjoy it? YES
It's been a trend lately to create new sequels for movie series that have laid dormant for some time (Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Rambo, Rocky). And now we have another Terminator movie, minus Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton (for the most part). What's left is a standard action movie with some special effects that raise it slightly above average. The unexpected cameo near the end was nice, but I did want more. Still, the second chance redemption angle in the script is a good one, and you'll want to see this film if you're interested in seeing anything Terminator related.

2. Would I watch it again? NO
I was entertained watching the film, but it's not as good as the first two films in the series. Christian Bale is a great lead in many films, but it's not the same without Arnold now that he's running California.