C- Tron
As far as date movies go. Probably not your best choice. Nice interpretation of the original. But the story is a bit predictable. Alot of action sequences for the gents, but the ladies will probably consider the romance to be a bit lacking. And while you will probably have alot of post movie discussion, she will likely be happy to be out of the theater and away from the Star Wars geek that she got stuck next to (not you). The only way you could positively sells this is if she happens to be a graphic artist and appreciates the stunning visual effects.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Black Swan
C+ Black Swan
OS I am torn on this as a date movie. It is in it's own right a good movie and its about a professional ballet dancer. There are also some intense and racy erotic scenes that (let's face it) the gentlemen will appreciate. But there are also a few graphic gore style scenes that are not for the squeamish. It's tough to say more without giving a lot away, but lets just say she has a scratching disorder and it gets quite graphic at times. Post wrap up date discussion is there, but this movie is more on the thought provoking and graphic side of things so she won't be feeling the warm and fuzzies at the end of it. This also means neither will you at the end of the date.
OS I am torn on this as a date movie. It is in it's own right a good movie and its about a professional ballet dancer. There are also some intense and racy erotic scenes that (let's face it) the gentlemen will appreciate. But there are also a few graphic gore style scenes that are not for the squeamish. It's tough to say more without giving a lot away, but lets just say she has a scratching disorder and it gets quite graphic at times. Post wrap up date discussion is there, but this movie is more on the thought provoking and graphic side of things so she won't be feeling the warm and fuzzies at the end of it. This also means neither will you at the end of the date.
Tangled
B- Tangled
OK choice for a first date flick. Again as long as she is cool with the animated thing. However the love story is great so that should quickly reel her in. Especially since there is the whole girl power theme embedded in it as well. Not much for the guys though, the humor is decent and some action sequences. But the story is predictable and sometimes Disney saccharine sweet. The main antagonist was extremely well done and written, you might find some interesting post date wrap up here.
OK choice for a first date flick. Again as long as she is cool with the animated thing. However the love story is great so that should quickly reel her in. Especially since there is the whole girl power theme embedded in it as well. Not much for the guys though, the humor is decent and some action sequences. But the story is predictable and sometimes Disney saccharine sweet. The main antagonist was extremely well done and written, you might find some interesting post date wrap up here.
Megamind
B+ Megamind
For an animated film surprising well done for adults. The romance is predictable but still the story is carried out in an original way. Some romantic interest for the ladies an evil mad genius for the guys, its a great match. Your date may be slightly reluctant to see it since it is a "cartoon" but hopefully this will win her over. And if she is such a stick in the mud to not even try it if your buying, then why continue the date anyway? There should be some lighthearted and friendly post date discussion.
For an animated film surprising well done for adults. The romance is predictable but still the story is carried out in an original way. Some romantic interest for the ladies an evil mad genius for the guys, its a great match. Your date may be slightly reluctant to see it since it is a "cartoon" but hopefully this will win her over. And if she is such a stick in the mud to not even try it if your buying, then why continue the date anyway? There should be some lighthearted and friendly post date discussion.
Inception
A- Inception
Overall and excellent movie. I highly recommend this as a good first date film. It's timely, interesting, full of action sequences, and thought provoking. The only place it falls down is the lack of on screen romance. But you do have a wayward father trying to get back to his orphaned young children, so yeah the chicks will dig that and likely forget there isn't much of a love story. There will be plenty of post date discussion about the movie and it's relatively safe, so long as you don't cling to your position too tightly. Or you could also stick to your guns and perhaps impress your date with your keen insight.
Overall and excellent movie. I highly recommend this as a good first date film. It's timely, interesting, full of action sequences, and thought provoking. The only place it falls down is the lack of on screen romance. But you do have a wayward father trying to get back to his orphaned young children, so yeah the chicks will dig that and likely forget there isn't much of a love story. There will be plenty of post date discussion about the movie and it's relatively safe, so long as you don't cling to your position too tightly. Or you could also stick to your guns and perhaps impress your date with your keen insight.
Despicable Me
F Despicable Me
This is pretty much you get what you see and even less so. Sure it has a super villain adopting 3 adorable little girls. So it sounds like it would be perfect match for the guy and girl movie date. Lots of animated films at least have some moderate adult humor to keep the parents interested. This is pretty much all aimed at the kids. Skip this one completely as there were be absolutely no post date wrap up and your date will probably think you never left the womb.
This is pretty much you get what you see and even less so. Sure it has a super villain adopting 3 adorable little girls. So it sounds like it would be perfect match for the guy and girl movie date. Lots of animated films at least have some moderate adult humor to keep the parents interested. This is pretty much all aimed at the kids. Skip this one completely as there were be absolutely no post date wrap up and your date will probably think you never left the womb.
RED
C+ Retired Extremely Dangerous
Not a bad overall flick. Some funny points and some interesting relationship humor. Plenty of action. But the age gap between Bruce Willis and the main romantic interest seems a little large. Also it's more of a "that's" how we did it back in the day kinda of movie. Basically your dad will love it. SO as a date flick, it's passable but there won't be much post date wrap up.
Not a bad overall flick. Some funny points and some interesting relationship humor. Plenty of action. But the age gap between Bruce Willis and the main romantic interest seems a little large. Also it's more of a "that's" how we did it back in the day kinda of movie. Basically your dad will love it. SO as a date flick, it's passable but there won't be much post date wrap up.
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