LIOHI Goes To The Movies, albeit a few months late

Last night, thanks to the beauty of Netflix, we finally watched the multiple-Academy Award nominated film Milk. We also could have watched Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, but we've seen that before. It is hilarious, however, so go watch that if you haven't.

We really didn't know anything about the real story of Harvey Milk, except enough to ruin the end of the movie. He gets assassinated. That was really unfortunate information to carry into a film because we are horrible at guessing endings, but that is the burden you bear watching a film grounded in an historical context.

Anyway, onto the film.

Sean Penn was amazing. We had the added benefit of seeing the movie after his Oscar acceptance speech, but seriously, he did a phenomenal job. He totally slipped into a character for the film, and one that he was not born to play. He's just that good. Even at the end of the movie, when they show the real Harvey Milk, it's startling how much Penn resembles him both physically and in his mannerisms.

It was also a very moving film. In parts. We found ourselves getting a little teary eyed while Milk rallied the citizens of The Castro to protect their inalienable rights. It would have been such a powerful feeling to have even filmed those scenes, let alone to have lived it.

However, the movie didn't do as much for as a whole as we thought it would. Don't get us wrong, it was well done, but the hype building it up as the next greatest movie ever didn't pan out so much. Perhaps we received reviews from a biased (read: gay) audience, but it was much less Vitamin D Milk and a little more 2%.

Get it?

It was like Strawberry Quik. Still better tasting than your average milk, but it's not our favorite flavor.

Movie Review: "He's Just Not that Into You"; by Nicole

Apparently the folks who adapted this book into a screenplay just weren't that into not giving movie goers a happy ending.

I've read this book, and it's like a soft-cover bitchslap with a dedication. The general message is this: "Hey - that guy doesn't like you. Stop texting him twice in a row. He's a douche. You're worth more. Move on. That'll be $16.95, please."

The message of the movie however is this: "Hey - that guy doesn't like you. But he will in 90 minutes, so hang in there! That'll be $16.95, please."

Though, I must say, the film was pretty funny and highly entertaining. It will make for a fun drinking game when it comes out on DVD. I mean, the possibilities are endless!

Ginnifer Goodwin puts hair behind her ear - take a shot.
Scarlett Johansson wears an ugly shirt inexplicably tucked into her jeans - take a shot.
Jennifer Aniston reminds us of every other character she's ever played ever - take a shot.

The biggest challenge lied in not screaming out "Hello, I'm a Mac!" everytime Justin Long appeared on screen.

Movie not as good as the book - take a shot.

LOVES IT: Vicky Cristina Barcelona

Do yourself a favor and go see this movie.

We saw it last night and really liked everything about it.  Not only is it the first time we've seen Penelope Cruz in a movie and didn't hate her, it was well written, emotionally aching, sexy, and complete.

We don't want to say too much to give away any of the plot, but just trust us.  Good flick.

Too bad Woody Allen didn't make an appearance.  It would have made no sense and been brilliant.

This Movie is Trash: "Prom Night"

Ok, you're probably thinking, "Of course 'Prom Night' was trash."  But, seriously it's awful.  Brittany Snow should snow blow us for that performance.  She spends the whole movie being really vulnerable and weak and having bad hair on her prom night.

Jessica Stroup, a.k.a Silver from 90210 The New Class makes a bloated appearance as the first friend to die.  Major accolades for shedding the 40 pounds before attending West Beverly High.

Our favorite part of the movie had to be in the special features when they show the alternate ending.  Not to ruin it for you, like you'll see it, but the movie ends with Brittany Snow crying in the arms of the policeman after her assailant is shot by the cops.  The alternate ending has a voice-over of the dead killer saying "We will always be together."  

We will recommend turning on the cast and director commentary, which is normally annoying, but since this alternate ending is literally 20 seconds, it's bearable. The director explains the voice-over as being a way for the killer to always haunt Brittany Snow, while Brittany interrupts him saying "I am soooo glad you guys didn't use this ending."

Like it was soooo different, Britt.  Fine cinema.