Green Zone

Summary:
Following the American invasion of Iraq in 2003 Chief Warrant Officer Roy Miller and his men are charged with finding the so-called weapons of mass destruction, whose existence justified American involvement, according to the Pentagon and their man in Baghdad, Poundsgate. Veteran CIA operative Marty tells Miller that there are no weapons, it is a deception to allow the Americans to take over the country and install a puppet leader. Also suspicious of Poundsgate is Wall Street Journal reporter Lawrie Dayne, who lets slip to Miller that Poundsgate told her he had secret talks in Jordan with an important Iraqi, code-named Magellan, who told him about the weapons, though it now seems likely Magellan's true information was to the contrary. So begins a hunt for the truth. Who's playing whom?

Review:
After the last movie (Vampires Suck) I was quite please to stumble across this diamond in the rough. Green Zone was surprisingly entertaining and well worth the watch. The cast fit the roles as perfect as anyone could have asked. Matt Damon plays an excellent leading role, with a great performance from Brendan Gleeson as well. Several of the military roles were filled by actual Iraq/Afghanistan veterans, not actors. One of the supporting actors, Said Faraj, shines through well for not having the extensive resume of his peers. While the film is a work of fiction, it takes an issue that we have all faced living in post September 11th America and gets you thinking about how things are really conducted overseas and if there is some truth behind the story. Green Zone is jam packed with adrenaline pumping scenes mixed with a level of intellect that keeps your mind focused on the depth of the story line. Would deffinitely give this one a watch, worth the download/rental.

Vampires Suck

Summary:
A spoof of vampire-themed movies, where teenager Becca finds herself torn between two boys. As she and her friends wrestle with a number of different dramas, everything comes to a head at their prom.

Review:
While vampires may suck, this movie sucks a bit harder. While there were some moderately humerous parts the time span between them made this not worth watching. Wouldn't reccomend wasting the time especially when there are far more entertaining movies available. Would deffinitely pass this one up. Not even worth a lengthy review...

Salt

Summary:
As a CIA officer, Evelyn Salt swore an oath to duty, honor and country. Her loyalty will be tested when a defector accuses her of being a Russian spy. Salt goes on the run, using all her skills and years of experience as a covert operative to elude capture. Salt's efforts to prove her innocence only serve to cast doubt on her motives, as the hunt to uncover the truth behind her identity continues and the question remains: "Who is Salt?" Written by Sony Pictures

Review:
Salt derrives its name from the main character Evelyn Salt played by Angelina Jolie. Angelina assumes a role as a spy working for the US, with an underlying Russian connection. This comes into play early in the movie when her loyalty to one state is brought into question. This is where the movie really starts to pick up the pace as an action packed chase ensues. The action scenes in Salt proved to be highly entertaining and deffinitely gets your adrenaline pumping. As the movie progresses plot twists arrive at every corner leaving you wondering just who is real and who is merely a facade of something less heinous. Deffinitely an exhilerating movie that will keep your eyes on the screen at all times with the aide of some eye candy as well (Angelina). Would love to see more lead roles that portray her strengths as this movie has.

Inception

Summary:
     Dom Cobb is a skilled thief, the absolute best in the dangerous art of extraction, stealing valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious during the dream state, when the mind is at its most vulnerable. Cobb's rare ability has made him a coveted player in this treacherous new world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him an international fugitive and cost him everything he has ever loved. Now Cobb is being offered a chance at redemption. One last job could give him his life back but only if he can accomplish the impossible-inception. Instead of the perfect heist, Cobb and his team of specialists have to pull off the reverse: their task is not to steal an idea but to plant one. If they succeed, it could be the perfect crime. But no amount of careful planning or expertise can prepare the team for the dangerous enemy that seems to predict their every move. An enemy that only Cobb could have seen coming. Written by Warner Bros. Pictures

Review:
     Inception captivates the audience from beginning to end.  Directed by Christopher Nolan, (The Prestige, Memento) Inception takes a completely new look at an everyday event - sleeping.  He has taken dreams and made them a controllable reality.  Within these dreams characters can interact with one another and engage in life-like scenarios.  The movie starts off with a fast paced introduction that really gives you a feel for the characters and their abilities in this dream world.  The movies intensifies as it progresses and character flaws come to light.  It comes to light that the main character Cobb, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, has a dark past with a former lover.  Many twists and turns leave the viewer constantly second guessing what is to come.  Leonardo DiCaprio plays an excellent leading role and clearly secures his seat amongst top actors with his performance.  Inception has an intriguing and complex plot that constantly entices the audience into wanting more.  I would reccomend Inception to viewers of all types as it is truly a great film.

Popcorn goes well with Salt...

Checking out Salt in addition to Inception, and of course a review will follow.

To the movies...

Going to see Inception at some point today, will let everyone know how it is with a review to follow.