Author Archives: Brandon Alexander

Murder by Death, 1976, Comedy Plot: A spoof of popular mystery films/ books this film puts the 5 best detectives in the world in a mansion to solve the mystery that hasn’t yet happened. Thoughts: This film was very campy but never not funny. I really enjoyed it though some of the references went over my head.Continue reading “Murder by Death”

Stripes, Comedy, 1981Plot: A smart-alec, under-achiever joins the army and struggles to make it through basic training. Thoughts: This movie was waaaaay too long. I thought it was over when they graduated from basic training, but it just keeps on going. There were too many sex jokes and the comedy was only semi-funny. I expected aContinue reading “Stripes”

9/11: In Plane Site, 2007, DocumentaryPlot: This political documentary examined the legitimacy of the 9/11 attacks and questioned whether or not the government was holding something from us. Thoughts: This was biased, of course, but it didn’t bombard you with nonsensical information. It just lets you think about this event in a different light. I’llContinue reading “9/11: In Plane Site”

The Towering Inferno, 1974, ThrillerPlot: In an attempt to cut expenses on a building, drastic corners are also cut. The 135-story building catches flame and everyone inside is trapped. Thoughts: This movie had a good mix of suspense and unintentional comedy. Paul Newman did what Paul Newman does: save people from danger and hunger. ThereContinue reading “Towering Inferno”

Avatar, 2009, Sci-FiPlot: A marine who’s twin brother has been killed is sent to another planet to be enlisted in the “Avatar” program, that gives him control of a synthetic alien body. The bad humans want an element from the planet and threaten to destroy to get it. Thoughts: This film is one of my all-timeContinue reading “Avatar”

Can We Live Forever? DocumentaryPlot: Scientists examine whether humans could have the possibility to elude death’s grasp. Thoughts: This was an interesting documentary that raised many questions about how the body works. It showed a guy who’s car had gone over 2 million miles (I spelled out million so there wouldn’t be any confusion lol). If we keep our bodiesContinue reading “Can We Live Forever?”

The One Percent, 2006, DocumentaryPlot: The heir to the Johnson & Johnson throne is at it again as Jamie Johnson tries to examine the large gap that separates America’s 1% of people in regards to wealth to the rest of us poor folk. Thoughts: This film was very similar to his other film that lookedContinue reading “The One Percent”

The Social Network, 2010, DramaPlot: This is based on a book that is based on the story of the founder of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg and the ensuing lawsuits he faced. Thoughts: This film was much different than I thought it would be. It was still very well done and directed. I feel sorry for theContinue reading “The Social Network”

The Graduate, 1967, ComedyPlot: Benjamin Braddock, a recent college graduate, comes back to his California home confused and lost about what he wants to do next in his life. His parents’ longtime friend Mrs. Robinson sparks an affair between the two but eventually Ben falls in love with her daughter. Thoughts: This was my second timeContinue reading “The Graduate”

Police Academy, 1984, ComedyPlot: A city’s Police Department announces that they are allowing intake of all aspiring police officers to its Police Academy. Thoughts: This movie was silly humor and I thought it was funny. I remember watching the series on betamax when I was younger, but back then the jokes held little relevance (asideContinue reading “Police Academy”