ARTHUR'S MOVIE RATINGS

I don't presume to tell you whether or not you're going to like a movie or not--people have different tastes and like different things. The main purpose with the ratings given for movies here is to give you an idea of whether or not you should see it in the theater, wait for it to hit DVD, or skip it altogether. So if you want to break it down...

*****: AMAZING! Everyone should see this as soon as they possibly can!
****: GREAT! Worth every cent to go see it in the theater.
***: GOOD! May or may not be worth seeing in the theater, but definitely a solid choice for a rental.
**: DECENT. Not a horrible movie, but it's not a bad choice for a rental.
*: BAD. Do not watch this movie. Well, you could, but I wouldn't advise it.

14 August 2010

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

RATING:**** (4 stars)
When Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) sees the woman of his dreams--literally--he does everything he can to win her heart. Then he finds out that by pursuing her he also has to defeat her seven evil exes. Hilarity ensues.

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World was made with a careful eye for story and a good knowledge of just who the target audience was. While I myself have not read the graphic novel, a good friend of mine who has (and saw the movie with me) said that they did a fantastic job of cutting out the fluff and excess and really making the story pop on-screen. So if you were looking for more from Scott's friends, check out the graphic novel (as you should for any film you enjoy based on a graphic novel). The PR for the film has been buzzing all year, with a serious emphasis on one particular demographic--gamers. These folks (and yes, I am one of them) are going to understand all the jokes, recognize all the little easter eggs and subtle winks to games of yore that are woven into this action/comedy.

While understandably some of those little nuggets are going to be lost on some people in the audience, it should not in any way detract from what is a fun romp through this over-the-top film about doing whatever you have to just to get the girl. If you don't catch this one at the theater, make sure you're first in line when it hits DVD because odds of finding a rental available anytime soon are not good.

Trailer