Movie reviews

Today has been normal. Back into my daily routine I've been doing laundry, cooking dishes I learned from my mama, cleaning dishes, killing people on x-box live, smoking a grand total of 4 cigerettes, and sweating. A lot.
Not much is going on here, its juts hot as hell. I need to go grocery shopping, but I've been putting it off. Might as well wait until I've got a nice long list of items needed anyway.
I have seen several movies lately. My definate favorite movie, of all time, is Batman II, Dark Knight. As its been said a million times before, Heath Ledger's (RIP) performance was ASTOUNDING. He completely captured and embodied the essence of the Joker character, bringing him to life on screen. I have always been a sucker for villians, loving Darth Vader, Scar, Magneto, Lex Luthor, so on. The Joker is most probably my most favored villian. I have always liked the Joker, as well as Batman. I like Batman, perhaps my favorite superhero, because he has no superpowers. He's a normal man, utilizing his wealth and martial arts training and making a difference in his city regardless of the toll it takes on him. The Joker, he does things for the hell of it. He does things no one else has the balls to do. He throws a wrench in the machine just to sit back and see what happens. He inspires people, and he makes points. He teaches people lessons. I love nearly every line in the movie, but three of my favorites are:
"You either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villian." -Harvey Dent
"Introduce a little anarchy. Upset the established order, and everything becomes chaos. I'm an agent of chaos. Oh and you know the thing about chaos, it's fair. " -The Joker
"You know what I am? I'm a dog chasing cars. I wouldn't know what to do with one if I caught it! You know, I just, do things. " -The joker
I finally saw Sin City, my husband's favorite movie. It was gory and had a lot of nudity, but was overall a good movie. Extremely artsy, so for those interested in photography this is an excellent film to watch - assuming you don't have a weak stomach. Favorite line:
"I took his weapons. Both of them." -Bruce Willis
I also saw Montey Python Life of Brian. It was hilarious. Holy grail remains my favorite, but life of Brian was worth watching. The humor in the Montey Python movies can only be appreciated by certain types of people. I've found most everyone I know hates them, along with Napolian Dynomite, Shaun of the Dead, and Hot fuzz. And Life of Brian should be avoided by christians who are particularly sensitive about their religion. Favorite line:
"He's making it up as he goes along!"-John Cleese
And just for laughs and giggles, a few of my favorite lines from Holy Grail: "Its not a question of where he grips it!" -Guard
"Please! Please! This is supposed to be a happy occasion! Let's not bicker and argue about who killed who." -King of the swamp castle
"I bet you're gay!"
I also saw HellBoy II. It was better than I expected, the elves being my favorite part. Abe and Prince Nuada were my favorite characters, despite Liz's ability. It was funny, and there were a few scenes with impressive martial arts. The plot was easily guessed, and not something I would pay to see again in theater. But overall an entertaining movie. Favorite lines:
"You may have mused in the past, am I mortal? Now you are." - Prince Nuada
Greed had burned a hole in their hearts that will never be filled. They will never have enough. Father, you were once a proud warrior. When did you become their pet? I have returned from exile to wage war and reclaim our land, our birthright! And for that I will call upon the help of all my people and they will answer. The good, the bad... and the worst." -Prince Nuada
"Let this remind you why you once feared the dark..." -Prince Nuada

Anyway, there are plenty more movies I'd love to see. There are so many good ones coming out this summer, and I simply haven't the time nor money to see them all. Some will definately have to be renters, though I would sacrifice seeing one I haven't seen to see Dark knight for the 3rd time.
Hope you all get the chance to go see a good movie soon. Its nice to be taken away from reality and into someone else's fantasy for a couple of hours.