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Going to the Movies in Paris
I went to the movies in Paris the other day…
I ventured to St. Michael Cinema 15 in St. Michael, Minnesota for the first time, finally. It’s a beautiful theater made up to look like Paris, France. The lobby is gorgeous!
Apparently, they have a 70 foot “Eiffel Screen” that is supposed to be pretty awesome. Hopefully I will be able to experience a film on that screen in the future, as I will certainly be returning to that theater in the near future.
They have free refills on any size soda and popcorn. They have a bar and restaurant on the second floor.
The front few rows inside of the theater that I was in had the cozy reclining seats. The back half of the theater still had nice upright seats. It was good to have the option, and I’m sure that way they are able to fit more people in each theater. The big recliners take up a lot of space in theaters and cuts back on the amount of seats in each theater.
Overall, it was an impressive theater and I had fun checking it out. I should’ve taken more pictures. I just wanted to share this with you because I thought it was pretty cool.
Please Vote For Which Movie I Should See and Review Tonight
Please take one second out of your day to vote for which movie I should see tonight. I’ll write a review afterwards and have it up in time for the weekend.
You can help influence one of my next reviews. Which movie would you like to see me review? Please cast your vote below.
Thank you to everyone who voted. There was a 3-way tie, but American Hustle got the most votes first, so I decided that would be the tie breaker. I’ll have my review for American Hustle (2013) up tomorrow. Thanks again for participating!
I just got back from the movie and I noticed that I got more votes. I appreciate everyone who voted, sorry the late votes didn’t count. Click on the link below for my full review:
35 Best Independent Movies on Netflix Watch Instantly January 2014
35 Best Independent Movies on Netflix Watch Instantly January 2014
Often times, independent, low budget movies can be far superior to mainstream big budget films. If you are trying to find a good independent movie to watch on Netflix Watch Instantly, then you probably should not look much further than this list. After searching through all of the independent movies that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly, the movies on this list are the best ones, in my opinion.
I have not reviewed all of the movies that are on this list, but if a title is highlighted, then simply click on the title for a trailer, movie pictures, my rating, and my full review of that movie. If you like what you see, check out the rest of my website. As I review more films, I will add more links to this list.
Netflix actually has a very good selection of independent movies in their watch instantly library. Here is the list of the Best Independent Movies that Netflix Watch Instantly currently has to offer:
The Pianist (2002)
Memento (2000)
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape? (1993)
American Psycho (2000)
Donnie Darko (2001)
Reservoir Dogs (1992)
Pulp Fiction (1994)
He Was a Quiet Man (2007)
Poolhall Junkies (2002)
Detachment (2011)
Dead Man (1995)
Beautiful Girls (1996)
King of New York (1990)
Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (1999)
Things to Do in Denver When You’re Dead (1995)
The Gift (2000)
Fargo (1996)
Following (1998)
Extract (2009)
Arbitrage (2012)
Clerks. (1994)
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
The Other Woman (2009)
Compulsion (2013)
Powder Blue (2009)
The World’s Fastest Indian (2005)
Swimming with Sharks (1994)
Hard Eight (1996)
Pi (1998)
Henry’s Crime (2010)
There Will Be Blood (2007)
Saved! (2004)
If you enjoyed this list, check out the rest of my Netflix related material by clicking on the Netflix Related icon towards the top of your screen. I’ll continue to add new lists, and of course, more movie reviews, so check back often at www.brockingmovies.com Movies are what I do.
45 Best Action & Adventure Movies on Netflix Watch Instantly January 2014
45 Best Action & Adventure Movies on Netflix Watch Instantly January 2014
If you are trying to find a good Action & Adventure movie to watch on Netflix Watch Instantly, then you probably should not look much further than this list. After sifting through all of the Action & Adventure Movies that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly, the movies on this list are the best ones, in my opinion.
I have not reviewed all of the movies that are on this list, but if any of the titles are highlighted, then simply click on the title for a trailer, movie pictures, my rating, and my full review of that movie. If you like what you see, check out the rest of my website. As I review more films, I will add more links to this list.
Some of these movies are more action-packed than others, but according to Netflix, they are all classified as Action & Adventure. Here is the list of the Best Action & Adventure Movies that Netflix Watch Instantly currently has to offer:
Warrior (2011)
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
Equilibrium (2002)
Face/Off (1997)
The Italian Job (2003)
Narc (2002)
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962)
The Grey (2011)
Dances with Wolves (1990)
Dead Man (1995)
Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011)
The Score (2001)
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
Seeking Justice (2011)
Escape From Alcatraz (1979)
Red Dawn (1984)
Haywire (2011)
The Expendables 2 (2012)
Ip Man (2008)
Shaft (2000)
xXx (2002)
48 Hrs. (1982)
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)
Breakdown (1997)
The Untouchables (1987)
The Ghost and the Darkness (1996)
Beverly Hills Cop (1984)
Tears of the Sun (2003)
The Eiger Sanction (1975)
The Crow (1994)
Get the Gringo (2012)
Parker (2013)
If you enjoyed this list, check out the rest of my Netflix related material by clicking on the Netflix Related icon towards the top of your screen. I’ll continue to add new lists, and of course, more movie reviews, new movie trailers, and everything movies, so check back often at www.brockingmovies.com Movies are what I do.
20 Best Psychological Thriller Movies on Netflix Watch Instantly January 2014
20 Best Psychological Thriller Movies on Netflix Watch Instantly January 2014
If you’re like me and you like movies that make you think or mess with your mind, then you might enjoy some of the movies on this list. Of all of the so-called Psychological Thrillers that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly, the movies on this list are the best ones, in my opinion.
I have not reviewed many of the movies that are on this list, but if any of the titles are highlighted, then click on that title for a trailer, movie pictures, my rating, and my full review of that movie. If you like what you see, check out the rest of my website. As I review more films, I will add more links to this list.
These movies are mind-benders. They are mysterious, twisted, and darkly intense. Some are much better than others, but all will keep your mind entertained as you piece together what is happening on screen.
Here is the list of the Best Psychological Thrillers that Netflix Watch Instantly Has to Offer in January 2014:
Memento (2000)
American Psycho (2000)
The Ninth Gate (1999)
The I Inside (2004)
Unknown (2006)
The Gift (2000)
Side Effects (2013)
The Good Son (1993)
The Lady Vanishes (1938)
Hannibal (2001)
Nightwatch (1997)
Following (1998)
Kalifornia (1993)
Breakdown (1997)
Compulsion (2013)
Deception (1993)
Mother’s Boys (1994)
Pi (1998)
If you enjoyed this list, check out the rest of my Netflix related material by clicking on the Netflix Related icon towards the top of your screen. I’ll continue to add new lists, and of course, more movie reviews and trailers, so check back often at http://www.brockingmovies.com to see what’s new. Movies are what I do.
Happy Birthday to Nicolas Cage
Happy Birthday to Nicolas Cage!
The famous actor turns 50 years old today.
Although he and his career have basically imploded and taken a nosedive in the last 7 years, Nicolas Cage is still one of my favorite actors of all time.
Unfortunately he has disgraced us all with the absurdity and awfulness of The Wicker Man (2006), Ghost Rider (2007), The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010), Season of the Witch (2011), Drive Angry (2011), Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2011), and The Frozen Ground (2013).
However, let us not forget the jewels that he has bestowed upon us with:
Lord of War (2005),
The Weather Man (2005),
National Treasure (2004),
Matchstick Men (2003),
The Family Man (2000),
Gone in Sixty Seconds (2000),
Bringing Out the Dead (1999),
Face/Off (1997),
Con Air (1997),
The Rock (1996),
Leaving Las Vegas (1995),
Kiss of Death (1995),
and Raising Arizona (1987).
The man can still act. Every once in a while he gets his act together and creates something that is reminiscent of the Nicolas Cage of old. I still watch his films with a shimmer of hope because one day he could turn it all around and return to greatness. One day he just might make his comeback. He is not getting any younger, but 50 years old is something to celebrate. Happy Birthday Nic and thank you for the excellent movie watching experiences!
Click on the links below to read my Nicolas Cage movie reviews:
Netflix Watch Instantly Movie Reviews January 2014
Netflix Watch Instantly Movie Reviews January 2014
Netflix Watch Instantly has drastically improved its movie selection over the last few years. They still have more movies that are available to rent on disc than they do to stream, but if you do a little bit of searching then you will be able to find plenty of good movies that are worth streaming.
I have seen literally hundreds of movies that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly and literally thousands of movies that are currently available to rent on disc.
I have been writing movie reviews for a year now, but I have been mainly focusing on reviewing newer movies. Because of this fact, I have not reviewed very many movies that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly. I plan on fixing this problem soon.
I will continue to update and add to the list below throughout the month of January, and make a new list each month. My lists will hopefully help you find good movies to watch and bad movies to stay away from. I will hopefully be able to help save you time searching for a good movie to stream on Netflix Watch Instantly. My reviews will tell you what are some of the best movies available on Netflix Watch Instantly and what are some of the worst movies available on Netflix Watch Instantly.
The Netflix Watch Instantly movie library changes periodically as their contracts with different movie companies run out or are renewed. Here is a list of movies that I have reviewed that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly. Click on each title below for my full review of that movie, my rating, the movie’s trailer, the movie’s poster, and pictures from that movie:
Yes, the list is short now, but as the days and weeks and months go by, I will have plenty of more reviews for you to read and I will help you find the hidden gems within the Netflix Watch Instantly movie library.
www.brockingmovies.com Movies are what I do.
Redbox Movie Reviews January 2014
Redbox Movie Reviews January 2014
I have seen 94 of the movies that are currently available at the Redbox. Of those 94 films, I have written a review for 61 of them. My reviews will let you know what I think are the best movies currently available at the Redbox and what are the worst movies currently available at the Redbox.
I like a wide variety of movies. My list consists of comedy movies, horror movies, action movies, drama movies, western movies, science fiction movies, foreign movies, comic book movies, family movies, war movies, etc. I’ve reviewed almost every genre you can think of, so hopefully it will suit whatever mood you are in.
Note: I will continue to update this list throughout the month of January. Each month I will keep updating a new list that will have more and more movies on it. If you like what you see, I hope that you will come back for more in the future.
Click on each title below for a trailer, pictures, cast list, my rating, and my review of that movie.
A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints (2006)
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013)
Lee Daniels’ The Butler (2013)
Oz the Great and Powerful (2013)
The Place Beyond the Pines (2012)
Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)
If you like what you see then click on this link: www.brockingmovies.com to check out the rest of my site. Movies are what I do.
Netflix Watch Instantly Movie Reviews December 2013
Netflix Watch Instantly Movie Reviews December 2013
Netflix Watch Instantly has drastically improved its movie selection over the last few years. They still have more movies that are available to rent on disc than they do to stream, but if you do a little bit of searching then you will be able to find plenty of good movies that are worth streaming.
I have seen literally hundreds of movies that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly and literally thousands of movies that are currently available to rent on disc.
I have been writing movie reviews for a year now, but I have been mainly focusing on reviewing newer movies. Because of this fact, I have not reviewed very many movies that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly. I plan on fixing this problem soon.
I will continue to update and add to the list below throughout the month of December, and make a new list each month. My lists will hopefully help you find good movies to watch and bad movies to stay away from. I will hopefully be able to help save you time searching for a good movie to stream on Netflix Watch Instantly. My reviews will tell you what are some of the best movies available on Netflix Watch Instantly and what are some of the worst movies available on Netflix Watch Instantly.
The Netflix Watch Instantly movie library changes periodically as their contracts with different movie companies run out or are renewed. Here is a list of movies that I have reviewed that are currently available on Netflix Watch Instantly. Click on each title below for my full review of that movie, my rating, the movie’s trailer, the movie’s poster, and pictures from that movie:
Yes, the list is short now, but as the days and weeks and months go by, I will have plenty of more reviews for you to read and I will help you find the hidden gems within the Netflix Watch Instantly movie library.
www.brockingmovies.com Movies are what I do.
“Silent Night” Movie Titles Lyrics Remix
“Silent Night” Movie Titles Lyrics Remix
First Verse:
Silent Hill (2006), Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)
All is Lost (2013), All is Bright (2013)
Rounders (1998) Young Guns (1988) The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005) Mother’s Boys (1994) Child’s Play (1988)
Holy Man (1998) Love Me Tender (1956) Mild Afternoon (2011)
Sleepless in Seattle (1993) War and Peace (1956)
I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead (2003) Heavenly Creatures (1994)
Second Verse:
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back (2001), The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
The Son of No One (2011) Friday Night Lights (2004)
Radiant City (2006) Dr. Otto and the Riddle of the Gloom Beam (1986)
Dawn of the Dead (2004) The Raid: Redemption (2011) Maria Full of Grace (2004)
Jesus Christ Superstar (1973), Lord of War (2005) Birth (2004)
Jesus of Montreal (1989), Lord of the Flies (1990) Birth of the Living Dead (2013)
Third Verse:
Silence of the Lambs (1991), A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
The Good Shepherd (2006) Out of Sight (1998)
Glory (1989) Love Streams (1984) Kingdom of Heaven (2005)
Oh Heavenly Dog (1980) The Host (2013) The Hallelujah Trail (1965)
The Passion of the Christ (2004) Savior (1998) Natural Born Killers (1994)
The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) Six Gun Savior (2014) Born on the Fourth of July (1989)
My wife and I started changing the lyrics to “Silent Night” to different movie titles and it started off as a joke. I decided to see how far I could take it and this was the result. I will never think of “Silent Night” the same way again. Which version will you sing this Christmas?
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