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Never Been Kissed (1999)
A fun movie to watch with friends.
Drew Barrymore does a great job in this fun comedy about a reporter going back to high school in search of a story. Some people might not take Drew very seriously but she is a talented and versatile actress.
It isn't boring or too intense, just a great funny movie to enjoy with friends. When you see it at the video store pick it up and call some friends for a night of hanging out. I highly recommend you take the time to see it.
Mame (1974)
We need to live because most sons of bitches are living.
This is one of the great classics. The main character, Mame, is played by Lucille Ball, who is fabulous. Lucille plays this character to the "t". The comedy is great and the use of "fun" language keeps you laughing.
I usually don't care for musicals but "Mame" didn't make it painful to sit through. Most of the songs were humorous if you paid attention. All in all "Mame" was a great movie for a lazy afternoon. I highly recommend you give "Mame" a chance. You won't regret it.
Eyes Wide Shut (1999)
Ambiguous and strange, not one of my favorites for the summer.
I had wanted to see "Eyes Wide Shut" ever since I saw the first advertisement. My main reason for wanting to see the movie was curiosity. The movie trailer didn't give you much of an idea of what the movie was about. I am sorry to say that I left the theater a little disappointed.
In my movie watching experience I have noticed that some of the movies that get the most promotion and hype don't live up to their praise. I wouldn't say that it was a bad movie but, it was lacking in something. Something I am unsure of. The beginning was slow and it wasn't until about the middle that my attention was caught. It is hard to describe with out giving away some of the movie but it was just "strange." I can't think of any other words to describe it. The end also left me unsure of what had happened in the movie. They never fully explained the main incident in the movie. I like closure when I see a movie. Even movies that you know will have a sequel have closure.
But I do agree with a fellow critic. The music was well chosen and adds to the mystery and intrigue of the plot. All in all "Eyes Wide Shut" wasn't a favorite for me but I don't discourage anyone from seeing it. For those who like abstract movies that leave you to do the figuring out, you will enjoy it. At times the nudity and sexuality is somewhat graphic and revealing. So for those who prefer not to see such things I discourage you from going. To each his own. :-)