Sunday, August 1, 2010

Scott Pilgrim vs. Any Movie Ever Made

    I was recently very lucky to see an early screening of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World thanks to my semi-geekster significant other, Burt Saxby. Let me just tell you something ladies and gentlemen; this was by far one of my favorite movies of 2010. I haven't read the graphic novels yet, but I am well on my way. Before I go any further, I just need to tell you a little something about myself. I am one of the pickiest people you will ever meet. If I don't like one actor or actress the entire film is ruined. I'm picky. Real, real picky. I find at least a handful of things wrong with even my most treasure, favorite movies. Scott Pilgrim kept a smile on my face the entire time. I can't think of anything wrong with it off the top of my head, but who knows? I might as I continue.

    First I will start with the cast. In my opinion, the most important part of any and every film. Without a strong, supportive cast, a movie is nothing. Mary Elizabeth Winstead just about broke my heart (the realization I could never be with her did it), with her big doe-eyes, punch-to-the-gut wit and que sera sera attitude. Michael Cera has been dropping off my list of favorable people ever since... Well, since Arrested Development said adios! But this wasn't Michael Cera. This was someone else completely full of talent and drive and hilarity. This was someone who never overdid it. This was a genius. Everyone else did a wonderful job at portraying an evil ex, a bitter sister, a psycho stalker ex-girlfriend and a very gay roommate. "What? Gay roommate? I haven't read the books tell me all about him ohmyGAWD!" Yea, he was one of my favorite parts too. Would you like to know why? Kieran Culkin is why. I love anything Culkin, and when Kieran shows up, it's like someone super glued a smile to my face. (I recommend Igby Goes Down or The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys if you really want to see KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN.)
 
    Hmm... Let's see... Brandon Routh as blonde evil vegan ex who is actually a cheating vegan and thanks to The Vegan Police played by Thomas Jane (yum!) and Clifton Collins Jr (har har!) he absolutely loses like a loser should lose.

    The use of color in the movie was fantasmic. No matter what was going on, you couldn't not be in a great mood. There were spurts of laughter rolling through the audience, due to everyone carrying their own hilarious weight. The battle scenes were exciting and certainly kept me on the edge of my seat.

    I'm bored with this one. I just want to go over the entire movie in detail, but I can't. All I can say is I will be back when it hits theaters in a few days to see it again. You should be there. This is one of the best movies of 2010 for several reasons. Quality, quantity, hilarity, sincerity, I'm outity.

    Also! If you haven't already, pick up the books! If you want something comparable to the film, these are it!

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