Summer 2008 At the Movies Can’t Come Soon Enough
Michelle Sanders February 28, 2008
When it comes to the movies, this summer is chock-full of big names
and high expectations. The summer of 2007 was good; we had
or Die Hard
and
Transformers
in there, but this
summer the list of titles is glorious for the average movie-goer. While
I find myself curious and excited about a chunk of these flicks, I’ve
narrowed it down my five faves. Check it out!
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1.)
Knight
Wow, this film looks creepy. Though I’m typically not an epic film
fanatic, the bouts of acting to be seen in this to-be hit film caught
my attention at first glance, spiking my curiosity. I have to admit, I
have no idea what the plot entails, but just watching Heath Ledger’s
work in the trailer paired with Christian Bale’s face has me counting
down the days until release. Fandango.com here I come!
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2.)
City
Yes, I am one of those girls that almost cried when this show ended.
Like everyone says, all good things must come to end. I guess I’m glad
it ended ahead of the game instead of behind. I already don’t care
whether or not this film is a bomb, I’ve already got the girls night
out on the calendar.
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3.
I can’t wait to see this film. I’m not sure whether it’s the idea of
Angelina Jolie and James McAvoy together in one film or the crazy,
action scenes we’re sure to see here that get me most. The trailer
definitely leaves you wanting more and I am certainly of the opinion
that Universal Pictures has a good grasp on action flicks. Either way,
come June 27, 2008 you know where to find me, tucked away in a theater
somewhere eating popcorn and drinking Diet Coke.
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4.)
I did a double take when I saw this title. I have to say that I am so
happy to see the return of the movie-musical. I suppose there is only a
small niche that enjoys these films and that they may be generally
harder to sell given the difficulties with casting, however, I cannot
wait! Meryl Streep singing “Dancing Queen?” Forget it!
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5.)
Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
I must say, of all the comebacks we’ve seen over the course of the past
year, I have the highest of hopes for Mr. Indiana Jones. There is
something much more loveable about this character than Rocky or John
McClane. Plus, the addition of the incredible Cate Blanchett and the
charming Shia LeBeouf to the cast makes it even more alluring.
Of course, the above selections are in no way all the summer of 2008
has to offer. Huge name films like
,
,
Kung Fu Panda
,
of Narnia: Prince Caspian
,
II
,
The
Incredible Hulk
, and more, wait eagerly for the audiences that
will surely fill the theaters to see them. All in all, this summer is
stacking up what promises to be several fun nights out at the movies.
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