Dr. Style Movie & Video Reviews

Honest & To The Point

First off, I'd like to acknowledge the fact that a lot of work and money goes into movies/shows, which I respect. I also respect people's time, these reviews are written as a service to the people watching movies for them to make more informed decisions on how to spend their time. Please be aware that these reviews are one person's opinion, and as with most opinions, it means very little if anything at all.

KING KONG 2005: There's a good chance this movie makes you pee. I had one cup of coffee before the movie and had to get up twice to use the restroom and I was in pain trying not to go again by the end of the movie. That hasn't happened to me before, that's why I mention it. I can't figure out why they made this into a three hour movie when it could have made a great 90-120 minute movie. Kind of urked me, too long. Great special effects and since I have a soft spot for monkees, it made it even more special. One thing that was a little far-fetched was New York went from having hundreds of extras running around to no extras in the background for about five minutes, don't know what that was about. I felt strange watching this because I kept thinking the girl should just get married to King Kong or at least do something to show some gratitude. I felt bad for the Kong, I think he was in love but I doubt if it could have worked out had he lived, for if it did, it would seriously cause damage to the lady (although no monkey meat was exposed in the film). Worth checking out.

5 out of 7 suns (would have been 6.5 out of 7 if they got to the Kong faster).

It's All About Love: Here's a tip: take a video camera and press record, put it back in it's case and go back 90 minutes later. Watch the tape, it'll be way more enjoyable and make more sense than this movie. I watched the whole thing thinking that it would make sense eventually but all it did was make me really angry. There is nothing good about the movie, nothing. It just proves that if you've got money, you can hire Walkin Fenix, Clare Danes and Sean Penn to do ANYTHING. I admire whomever convinced someone to invest money into this movie, I don' t know what they did. If you happen to be the person who funded this movie and you have any money left, please contact me, I have a screenplay that will make you millions if you have the cash to hire some good actors.

0 out of 7 suns

Curb Your Enthusiasm: Larry David is awesome. Every season is a good season, you need to watch these shows!

6.5 out of 7 suns

40 Year Old Virgin: Alright, what was all the hype about here? I've been a huge fan of Steve Carell since he started with The Daily Show and I believe he deserves all his success but I honestly think any episode of The Office is as funny as this movie. Perhaps it's because I got the Unrated DVD version that I was a little put off, I'm all for profanity but there was profanity by the East Indians just for the sake of profanity. I was expecting more, I guess that's what happens when no other good movies are released, a good movie is perceived as great. This was a good movie, nothing more, not worth all the hype. But again, Steve deserves his success.

3.75 out of 7 suns

Skeleton Key: I thought this was supposed to be a horror movie. I was wrong, it's more of a thriller. I liked it but I wouldn't watch it again. I'd say it would be a good rental if everything else is out.

4 out of 7 suns

War of the Worlds: This movie was a little far-fetched. It was good but it had a real stupid ending, I just didn't get it. I thought they should have re-wrote the ending as it was a re-make of another movie with a crappy ending. Cool effects.

4 out of 7 suns

House of Wax: If you have low expectations from the horror genre, you will like this movie. I didn't expect much from this flick at all, anything associated to Paris Hilton, I don't expect much, perhaps that's why I was impressed that this movie did make me squirm. I thought it was very well done. The first half hour of the movie isn't worth your time, but once they actually get to the House of Wax, it gets interesting. Good job.

5.5 out of 7 suns

The Interpreter: Now, I had expecations that this would be a good movie. I really thought this movie was a waste of time and money. Maybe I'm just not smart enough to appreciate this film. You really have to give Nicole Kidman credit for giving those "I'm not trying to be pretty" glanses throughout the film, it almost looked natural, almost. I'm just glad I didn't see this in a theatre.

2 out of 7 suns

A Sound Of Thunder: I'd have to say this movie was a little far fetched. Take your admission money and go to the book store and buy my book instead. You'll be a better person for it and you won't have those crappy special effects in your head. The movie had good sound effects and that's it. The acting was bad, or at least it seemed bad because most of the movie was shot in front of a blue screen. It was a great concept for a movie but they must have ran out of a budget for special effects and there were virtually NO Extras in the background. The special effects look like that of a Japanese Godzilla movie from the '70s. This would be the must miss movie of the year. Unless, you want a laugh for the cheesy special effects and bad acting. Keep your cash and buy the book (my book).

1.5 out of 7 suns

Eulogy: Rip Torn is an awesome actor, except he's not really in this movie. I rented this for 99 cents and really felt ripped off. I'd rather punch myself in the face than sit through this again. The storyline is disturbing and boring. I wish that Hank Azaria guy would spend more time doing the voices for the Simpsons than appearing in mediocre movies like this.

2 out of 7 suns

Employee of the Month: I thought renting this movie to watch with my wife was going to score me a few points and end the evening with a smile on my face. Instead, because of this movie I was told I was useless at picking movies and will most likely spend the rest of my life watching crappy chick flicks. This movie tried to be interesting, truth be told, I had to turn it off thirty minutes into the movie or I would be sleeping on the couch. So the next day I watched the rest of it alone, it was barely ok. Christina Applegate made out with another girl and that was good but it pretty much sucked. I don't know what the hell the actors names are but I do like that one guy from that movie Texas or something, but he was a little too over the top which made me lose any respect I had for him. I don't even know if this movie made it to the theatre. Too many twists to the point of it being stupid. If you paid more than 99 cents to see it, I feel for you. This is stricktly a guys movie. Don't show it on a date or you'll end up ________________ (fill in the blank yourself).

3 out of 7 suns.

The Great Raid: I think this movie is produced by the US Army. What can I say, it was really boring, it kinda sucked, but I felt like joining the US Army after so I'm sure there was some subliminal crap going on. Too bad I'm Canadian. Skip this movie unless you got nothing better to do with your life.

2 out of 7 suns

Wedding Date (or something): I wanted to kill myself about five minutes into the movie. The whole premise was lost in the first seen. "I work at the airport, Mr. Bike Courier could you send this envelope/airplane ticket to a male prostitute with no address on the envelope please instead of me leaving it at the gate where I know everyone that works there?" What a crap movie, I'm thinking about killing myself just thinking of that movie. It was brutal, who ever wrote that thing watched "Pretty Woman" - made a horrible crappy re-write of it and sold it to Hollywood. I bow my head to whoever got that thing sold and got it into production. That person could sell blankets to the devil. That chick used to look good when she was on TV, not that I ever really watched her but she aged real bad in this movie - or maybe it's the big screen. I think she should have made enough money off of Will & Grace to call it quits. It's time for her to bow out gracefully and do the men that have to watch these things a favor. A pathetic movie and waste of time.

1/8 out of 7 suns.

Looks Who's ____ (whatever it's called, the Bernie Mack movie): This movie really sucked. That Ashley whatever the hell his name is should stay at home with Demi Moore or keep doing that Punk'd show. I hate that title by the way, what the hell is Punk'd. Punk'd is an OK show, it would be much better without that Ashley guy. I wish I had that guys money though. Bernie Mack must need the cash or something, I don't know why he's doing all these lousy roles. Even if this movie is free, skip it and get some sleep, you'll feel better about yourself.

1 out of 7 suns

The Office Box Set: Absolutely awesome! This is the best investment in entertainment hours you can make. Rent or buy the box set. It's sad that there are no more of these being made. Very well written and acted. The best thing I've seen on TV since Curb Your Enthusiasm. If you've seen the US version of The Office, you still need to see the original from BBC - it's way better. The only thing I can suggest is be sure to watch it with the subtitles on!

6.5 out of 7 suns

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: I don't know if I liked this movie or hated it. There were some dark scenes that I liked but it was overall quite forgettable. In fact, I forgot I even saw it until I started writing for this page. That Johnny Depp guy did a good job, but I'm not a fan of kids - they  just freak me out, and if any kids could freak me out, it's the ones that were acting in this movie. The only thing that freaked me out more than those kid actors were some of the kids in the theatre. I swear these parents should be shot who give their kids giant pop, popcorn and candy as tall as the kids. Half the kids in the theatre were as wide as they were tall. But back to the movie, I really don't care if you see this or not, it's up to you.

3.5 out of 7 suns

After the Sunset: All I'm going to say is I rented this movie a few nights ago and then when I started watching it I realized I've already seen it. That is a sign of a truely disturbing movie. I don't know if it was good or bad but it was obviously forgettable. I can't believe I wasted my money on this movie twice. I'm guessing you shouldn't waste your time with this movie as you won't remember seeing it anyway.

2 out of 7 Suns. 

Crash:  I do my best to avoid Oprah, not anything because of her personally but just because people think she's a god. Unfortunately the TV was on and I heard her ranting about how good this movie Crash was, I wonder what they paid her to say that. This movie truly bites the big one. I've never in my life seen a movie that tries to shove the point of the movie (racism) down someone's throat in every frickin' scene like this pile of garbage. It was a good concept for a movie but they blew it big time. I'm still angry and it's been weeks since I've seen it. Truly pathetic.

1 out of 7 Suns.

Door In The Floor: I thought Crash sucked, well I had no idea what I was in for when I rented this pile of crap. I have no idea what the point of this movie was about. Something to do with a 16 year old banging Kim Bassinger and some writer that couldn't care less. I never heard anything about this movie so I rented it based on some familiar faces. If you said "Dr. Style, I'll give you you're money back from renting this movie and a erotic back massage if you watch this movie again." I'd have to tell you to go to hell.

1/5 out of 7 Suns

Suspect Zero: I never heard of this movie before but it was a 7 day rental for 99 cents so I decided to give it a shot. Believe it or not, I could have paid the full $5 and would have not felt ripped off. Don't get me wrong this movie wasn't great but I didn't feel like I was raped by spending two hours or whatever the hell it was by watching this movie. If I tell you what it's about, I'd probably wreck it for you. If you find it for 99 cents, get it and you may enjoy it.

4 out 7 Suns

White Noise: This is a movie that I waited to rent until it was in the 99 cent bin/7 day rental. It was worth the wait, because had I rented this thing for $5 or went to the theater to see it, I would have never forgiven myself. If you are looking for a mediocre scary movie that doesn't actually show anything scary but may still freak you out just a little, then rent this. The scariest thing in the movie was the bonus features of "real" hunters of spirits that use recording devices to find ghosts. These crazy people will spend 20 hours or more to find a ghost on tape that says "hi". Pathetic but perhaps worth the money and time to watch just because you'll feel better about yourself and whatever it is you do with your life.

3 out of 7 suns

Be Cool: Again, due to people riding me for money I owe them I have been resorting to the 99 cent/7 day rentals. I really expected this movie to suck, my expectations were so low of this movie that I was actually impressed... a little. Worth 50 cents, not 99 to rent. I'd be dead right now had I saw this movie in the theatre or actually purchased the DVD. Lots of big names in this movie which prove to me that these actors don't read the script, they simply name their price and pimp themselves out (in this case, literally). My wife, who is a lovely woman, left the room 20 minutes into this movie so as a warning to all you guys out there, DON'T rent this movie if your intentions are to get a little action. I can't imagine a circumstance in anyone's life that I'd suggest you renting this movie, unless of course you were in it. And if you were in it, I'm sure you could buy it on ebay cheaper than you could by renting it. Yes, it's that good.

2 out of 7 suns

National Lampoons Black Ball:  I don't know what I was thinking when I picked it up at the rental shop. If you are to watch this movie, be sure you're getting paid to do so. I felt like this movie took a piece of me with it when I returned this piece of crap to the rental place. This movie truly made me feel empty inside and made me wonder where I went wrong in my life that it's actually come down to me watching this movie alone on a weekday. Sad, I may be going on anti-depressants soon because of this film. No laughs, only sorrow and pain to the viewer. Hope Vince Vaughn feels good about himself and all the money he made off his small appearance in this thing.

0 out of 7 suns