So, I am not a big fan of silent films mainly because it’s so. much. work. You can’t ever doze off because you’ll never know if an essential part of the plot is coming up or not. Also, since there’s no dialogue except for the occasional paragraphs that pop up on the screen, you have to just guess the attitude of the characters based on their overdone gestures.

With that said, I legitimately laughed out loud while watching this movie. I was watching it in a coffee shop too, thinking that I would have no physical reaction and that I’d just get this movie over with. But I had to get up and finish watching it in my car because I was disturbing everyone around me by either snickering or awkwardly bursting up when I least expected it. There is something to be said about the comedic timing in this movie. It is pretty phenomenal.

Would I watch it again? Maybe in 2 years.

Would I recommend this to a friend? No.

Would I recommend this to a stranger who I won’t see again? Probably.

Should you watch it? Only to disprove the theory that ALL silent films suck.

Popcorn Rating: A surprising 3 popped corns and a kernel (for Charlie)

Truthfully Yours,

PFP

This movie is perfection. It is, in my opinion, one of the top romantic comedies in this world! Serious. Like equivalent to When Harry Met Sally but instead of the classic best friend romance, this is the “I hate you, you’re so annoying, just kidding, I love you” romance that we all secretly CRAVE. The banter is hysterical, the situational comedy is fantastic, and overall, this is one of the best performances by Clark Gable!

You will laugh out loud and fall in love with this movie! Watch this on a date, in your pjs, or with your cousins, doesn’t matter. It’s fantastic.

Also, real talk, I have used the “Wall of Jericho” concept many times, and I stole it from this movie. This movie will change your life.

Popcorn Rating: 5 popped corns with kernels flying everywhere

Happy Watching!

PFP

Couple things about this movie. 1) I cannot believe I’m saying this, but Drew Barrymore was the best thing to ever happen to this film 2) The Future of NASA is SO SAD according to this film. Luckily, it’s the farthest thing form being believable, so NASA’s in luck.

I legit had never seen this movie until about 4 weeks ago when it suddenly was on Netflix. I was kind of hoping for more of a “Lilo and Stitch” situation where the alien has more of a helpful role in society as opposed to the “he’s dying” role that ended up being the theme of this movie. Also, can we address the random flying bicycle concept? Was this really necessary? I mean out of all the super powers this creature could have, was biking through the air really the best option? I was just very confused as to why these scenes were happening. Also, the dress up scene, where he goes full drag: Hollywood, really? I just remember when ET came out, all my friends were freaking out about how “cool” and “far out” this movie was. I guess that’s what happens when you watch a movie 20 years after it’s peaked #notimpressed.

I guess if you’re a parent and your kids need to watch a movie that’s not realistic or animated, you could dust this one off and see what they think. No harm done with this one, but also no fun either.

Popcorn Rating: 2 popped corns

Peace out,

PFP

This is the worst movie ever. I get that maybe 50 years ago it would have been super cool to have a giant, unrealistic gorilla fight a giant, unrealistic lizard that’s trying it’s best to be a dinosaur. However, to a 90’s girl, this was the worst.

Unless you are a cinema major and need to understand how far film has come…..don’t bother.

Popcorn Rating: 1 kernel

Take Care,

PFP

Have you ever watched a movie hoping the main character would just randomly get shot and die? Well, you can stop searching, you’ve found it! Spoiler alert- the main character dies and you are actually relieved. I can’t help but think that 3/4 of the way through the script, the writer was like “it’s too far gone. There’s no where to go with this guy. Let’s just kill him.”

To sum up the movie – a Hollywood writer has no job and no money so he tries to run from the police, stumbles upon an abandoned mansion which turns out not to be abandoned and ends up being this slave to a fallen Hollywood silent star. It’s basically like the opposite of “A Star is Born” except without any music and without Judy or Barbara. It’s very slow. Very depressing. Very frustrating. But yet also very rewarding at the end. Everyone loses! It’s amazing. 

I would recommend this movie to anyone striving to become a “legend” in Hollywood. It’s like watching a bad car accident before deciding to take your drivers license test. You should be reminded about the worst possible outcome. Hope that made it sound super appealing! 

Popcorn Rating: 1 popped corn

Enjoy!

PFP

What is it about Westerns that makes them totally unbelievable? Not unbelievable like “wow, that was UNBELIEVABLE! Amazing!” This is the “is anyone actually buying this?” Unbelievable.

Now, let me give Gary Cooper some credit. He does a much better job than Shane (other western featuring a single man fighting an army of men) in terms of strategy and realistic victory (spoiler alert). However, the amount of pride these men have is seriously astonishing! I mean I get the whole “men have egos” thing, but COME ON! You are THAT confident in yourself that when your entire town flees. Like every single person. They’re gone. You are in a town by yourself. You have the audacity to think “yea, I totally got this”. GET OUTTA HERE. Also, you’re with Grace Kelly. What was your thought process, sir?

“Hmm let’s see. The town has left me alone. Experienced killers are coming for me. It’s 12pm and super hot. I have one gun. My betrothed is perfect but I told her to leave. Yea, I’m definitely going to win this fight.”

One positive thing I will say is that this movie did have me stressing. Which is a good thing. If a movie can actually create such an anxious situation that I’m legit stress-eating to calm down, it at least did something right in terms of script and/or plot. So, overall, this movie is probably as good as a western can get (especially keeping in mind the others I’ve seen on this list). If you are, for some inexplicable reason, in a “western mood”, this movie is not completely terrible.

Popcorn rating: 3 popped corns, 1 kernel

Truthfully Yours,

PFP

This movie is brilliant! The acting is so-so and per usual, I find the leading lady annoying. However, the overall plot of the movie is genius and a small part of me secretly wishes I had a husband I hated so that I could try and get away with this too! A very very small part of me. Like super tiny part. Ok actually no part at all, I just really like this movie. 

Spoiler alert: This movie will also make you rethink every train death you’ve ever heard of and question everyone you know. 

Enjoy this movie solo. Seriously. Don’t watch with friends, SO’s, or family members. 

Popcorn Rating: 4 popped corns 

Stay Strong,
PFP

Background: I watched this movie on a date with a guy I was NOT vibing. So in full disclosure, I spent most of this film trying to avoid rubbing thighs and seeming interested in my date. However, I am an incredible multi-tasker so I still have opinions and recommendations on this movie.
First, I get that Spike Lee was “revolutionary” with the meaning and purpose of this film, but just like Lawrence of Arabia, I felt like I was trapped in the desert. It is so hot and gross in this movie that you start to sweat just watching it! On one hand I guess it’s pretty cool that a movie can actually physically make you sweat just based on the cinematography and acting. On the other hand – gross. This is not a physical place I ever want to be in again, so it’s certainly not on my “rewatch” list.

Second, this movie is insightful, moving and eye-opening. But overall, it’s not a movie I would sit through again and especially not on a bad date. As a life lesson – bad dates should ALWAYS be accompanied by an excellent movie so that the memory of the date can be at least tolerable.

Popcorn rating: 2 popped corns

Best,

PFP

If you ever doubted that Robert Redford is the most beautiful man in the world- watch this movie. Yes, you can watch Great Gatsby for the same reason, but there’s something about dirt and guns that just make men a bit hotter than a suit and champagne.

This movie has some of the best lines ever to be said on television, and it is one of my favorite endings BY FAR! Even more so than Gone With the Wind – and y’all know how much I LOVE that ending.

Yes, it’s 3 hours. Yes, it’s mainly in the desert. But just suck it up because this is hands down one of the best films you could ever watch.

Popcorn Rating: 5 popped kernels

Love,

PFP

GET UP. GO. FIND YOUR LIBRARY CARD AND RENT THIS MOVIE.

You will need 3 hours of time and a full stomach. Especially for the opening scene. Brutal.

Seriously, go watch it. Amazing acting. Amazing plot. Amazing chariots. Fun fact: Charlton Heston gets cut on his face in the chariot race – that was not planned, it was literally him being a major badass and continuing to act even though his horses were acting up.

Please watch. Please. Please.*

*it is during the time of Jesus, so prepare yourself

Popcorn rating: all the popcorn

Love
PFP