Cheesy, classic, comedy gold Directed by: Joe Dante Written by: Dana Olsen Cast: Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher, Rick Ducommun, Bruce Dern Swift shot: Arguably one of the best films to see how continuity in a screenplay can create comedy and probably how the whole concept of "people watching" took root. Famous Director Joe Dante keeps the mood quirky and funny. And you … [Read more...] about The Burbs
Comedy
Eddie the Eagle
Infectious fortitude Directed by: Dexter Fletcher Written by: Sean Macaulay, Simon Kelton Cast: Taron Egerton, Hugh Jackman Swift shot: Loosely based on actual events of Eddie the Eagle, this film has the heart and drive to remind us all that often the only thing holding you back is your own self-doubt. Taron Egerton steps out of his impeccable spy suit as he … [Read more...] about Eddie the Eagle
How To Be Single
Underwhelming comedy . . . or drama? Directed by: Christian Ditter Written by: Abby Kohn, Marc Silverstein, Dana Fox Cast: Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson, Leslie Mann I wasn't really sure that I wanted to see How to Be Single. I haven't been single in quite a while, so I didn't really have a need to know how to be single. Plus it has the actress from Fifty Shades of … [Read more...] about How To Be Single
Moonwalkers
"Nice shirt, dude." Directed by: Antoine Bardou-Jacquet Written by: Dean Craig Cast: Rupert Grint, Ron Perlman, Robert Sheehan Swift shot: A comical farce based on a true conspiracy . . . theory. Probably the most far-fetched theory I have ever seen, but I actually enjoyed this flick for its ridiculousness. Not once did it take itself even remotely seriously. It was … [Read more...] about Moonwalkers
Sisters
Directed by: Jason Moore Written by: Paula Pell Cast: Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph Maura (Poehler) and Kate Ellis (Fey) are the most opposite sisters ever. Maura is a nurse, optimistic, careful, and always very responsible, while Kate is unemployed, homeless, and the single mother of a teenage daughter. While Maura is somewhat recently divorced, she has her life a … [Read more...] about Sisters
