Yes, I just watched The Warriors for the tenth time. This 1979 cult classic directed by Walter Hill simply cannot be ignored and pushed aside as a work in mediocrity. Hell, even the damn game was good. I honestly can't find any grievances anywhere throughout the film. If you haven't caught this flick yet, stop reading, find it on Youtube, Half Price Books, Amazon, I don't care. Watch it, love it, and spread the awesome.
Speaking of more recent films, no, I've yet to catch Brave, but managed to view Ted earlier today. Any and all fans of Seth MacFarlane will truly appreciate his entrance into film directing. This movie has heart, hilarity, vulgarity, and just plain damn raunchiness. MacFarlane really does bring the vibes of Family Guy into the plot and characters of Ted.
In a story of a young boy wishing his teddy bear alive, anyone with a memorable childhood will immediately connect. I mean, come on. Who wouldn't want their stuffed bear come alive over night? In a bizarre 'what-if' scenario, MacFarlane, Wahlberg, and Kunis really shine in their respective performances. Mark Wahlberg's typical roles usual toss him into the bad-ass action hero, so having a chance to play a comedy allows him a chance to break this certain type-cast. MacFarlane steals the show as the lovable title character with his Peter Griffin persona. I could not stop laughing during his scenes. The CGI used for displaying Ted was amazing. He really seemed life-like and literally present in the film rather than a graphic rendering. Kunis was the lesser of the three, but still gave it her all as the forgivable wedge between John and Ted.
Without giving too much away, Ted truly is the funniest comedy of the year thus far. Plenty of laughs that don't overstay their welcome with equal amounts heart to develop the characters and plot. For my rating, I will say this: If you love Family Guy, get off your ass and see the f*cking movie. If not, chillax on the couch and watch The Warriors.
Until then, boppers, always remember what DO you do with a BA in English? #81- Adapt Shakespeare's plays into the graphic novel format and get creative.
Stay tuned, bookworms. Stay tuned.
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