Zathura - Starring a couple of kids and Dax Shepard. For being just another Jumanji this movie wasn't half bad. I loved Jumanji when it came out over 11 years ago now. Great cast and a great story. Zathura isn't too far off from that but with cooler Computer graphics. This is definitely one for the whole family and everyone will enjoy it. I would suggest it be a rental or an under $10 purchase. And if you don't already own Jumanji, you should go buy it.

Jarhead - I really liked this movie. It just showed you how pointless it was for the US to start sending troops overseas for "Desert Storm". And how greedy they are for wanting to "protect" the oil. Rent this one but don't buy it, you probably won't watch it again. Well maybe the ladies will as Jake Gyllenhaal spends half of it with his shirt off, walking around, sweaty in the sun.

Revolver - This one staring Jason Statham and Ray Liotta. It really reminded me of Fight club, with a lot less fighting which is odd being as Jason Statham is in it. A real "mess with your head" kind of movie. It combines mind games, real games (chess) and the world of money and drugs. I would suggest it as a rental.

I love living in Canada! Especially Alberta. Being so close to the Rocky mountains. Such beauty, and there really is no better way to see them than standing on the top of one getting ready to ride down the side of it on a snowboard.

I have been snowboarding for around 4 years now and I am told I am getting pretty good. I will try and throw some pics up sometime. I ski'd for around 8 before I started boarding which I think really helped in making the transition. I love it. The freedom and enjoyment I get out of hitting the mountains really relaxes me. When I saw the trailer for First Descent I knew I had to see it.

The tag line is "The story of the snowboarding revolution." And it truely is a revolution. This movie goes back and explores the "begginings" of snowboarding in the 70's and follows it up to today. It features some of the worlds top snowboarders like Shawn White, and Hannah Teter. It also features legends like Terje Haakonsen, Shawn Farmer, and Nick Perata. There are also interviews with Jake Burton and tons of pro snowboarders.

One reason to watch it is the amazing footage. The team travels to the Alaskan back country and does some crazy boarding on untouched mountain ranges. It is just amazing to watch these people and to see how talented they are.

First Descent is a definite purchase for any one who enjoys snowboarding. I would still suggest you rent it even if you don't ski or snowboard just for the scenery and skills of these amazing riders.

From the Devonian Gardens.

Hoodwinked. Hmmm... would you like to watch the story of Little red riding hood, with a few twists along the way. Oh, and you get to watch it 4 times from diffrent points of view. Why didn't I know all this before I started? Well at least now you do. I am not saying it was bad, but make sure the kids are there cause that way it will entertain someone.

To me this movie looked like a bunch of cut scenes from a video game. For "Computer graphics" these people didn't pay much attention to detail. One scene it looks like "Red" has lead feet and can hardly walk. The only parts of the movie that I enjoyed featured a "nutty" little squirrel named Twitchy. This little bastard talks and moves crazy fast and then they give him coffee. Way too funny!! A few good lines in there for you parents out there too..

"Red": What big ears you have.
"The Wolf": All the better to hear your petty insults with!

Check it out. It will be available for rent on May 2nd but probably not something you want to add to your shelves.

Also for those who didn't see it before. "Commander In Chief" starring Geena Davis as the President of the USA is back on TV thursday nights. I LOVE Geena Davis and she does a great job in this role. Take a peak and help boost the ratings so they don't cancel it.

Great TV shows that have been cancelled too early:

- Dead like me
- Firefly
- Reunion
- X-files (that's right 9 seasons isn't enough)
- Futurama

I have come to expect a lot from Jim Carrey. I really enjoy his acting and am glad that he has branched out from his comedy into more challenging roles. Dumb & Dumber, Man on the Moon, The Truman Show, and Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events are probably my top favorites of his. I really enjoy all of his movies and his acting. Fun with Dick and Jane is no diffrent. I enjoyed this movie. Not as much as I was hoping to but it was still a good flick. There should have been more of the "Fun" crazy parts and not so much of the "Dick and Jane" relationship parts.

Unfortunately it is another remake. An updated version of the 1977 film. I hate remakes. I haven't even seen the original so I really should not criticize but come on writers, are you just trying to earn an easy paycheck? Try and do something original.

Anyway... I enjoyed the movie. Jim did a great job again at making me laugh, and surprisingly so did Téa Leoni. Check it out, it is worth the rental and a definite purchase if you collect Jim Carrey movies or are just a big fan.

I saw Date movie. Not a date movie like "The wedding singer" or a good date movie like "Failure to launch" but the spoof movie... Date Movie. Confused?

Date Movie stars Alyson Hannigan (Hot red head band geek from American Pie) and as many stars as would allow to show their faces in this film. It featured takes on When Harry met Sally, My big fat greek wedding, Hitch, Meet the parents and Mr and Mrs Smith. All of which I would suggest you watch instead of Date Movie.

Even if you have seen all of the Scary movie series, this is nothing like it. Not as funny or entertaining. If you really want to see it, find 6-8 friends who want to as well so you can all put in your 35 cents cause that's about how much it's worth.

Skip it if you can or wait for it to show up on TBS in about 3 years.

Today is a day for a slighty diffrent kind of review. A sequel that keeps going and going. To celebrate this day, Caffeinated pictures has released this special commemorative "30 something" aniversary coin.

30 something years in the making, sequel after sequel, the ongoing saga of "The life and times of Cuppojoe" is still going strong. One thing that makes these films great is the scenery. My Town and Urban web help us explore Cuppojoe's world. While Killer sunset and Bird over banff show us the beauty in it.

During the early stages which were called "Boring Childhood stories" there was adventure, which sometimes led to tragedy. Check here for example. Overall the saga seems to be a Strong mix of comedy with helpings of heart and pride. This is one great series that I plan to continue to follow and will collect on friendship.

Happy Birthday buddy.

Every geek loves Star Wars, right? As a geek myself and a star wars fan I was watching Rocketboom a couple of weeks ago and they showed a small clip of this crazy homemade light saber fight. You can watch these two geeks fight it out HERE. This got me thinking... if someone can throw this together in their spare time... what else is out there I haven't seen.

I came across TheForce.net. A fan site dedicated to those who love Star Wars. On the site I found that these two geeks that made the light saber fight aren't the only ones. There are a few cool battles from other fans as well... plus a few short films.

The most popular of the short films was one called Reign of the Fallen. You can download the entire movie, made by fans, completely free. Now, I know what you are thinking... "Fan film, hmmm, probably some lame-o nerd dressed up as a jedi, swinging one of those $100 fake light sabers around" Well my friend you couldn't be more wrong. Well, for the most part, he still is a nerd dressed up as a jedi.

Reign is 55 minutes of unbelievable homemade footage. Realistic looking light saber battles, tons of Sith, ships and even a girl. These folks should get way more credit for this amazing work. I definitely suggest you download the entire movie! Why? Why not you cheapskate it's free!

Download it here.

I finished watching the first season of ReGenesis over the weekend. WOW! I can't say enough about this show. I would definetly recommend it to everyone... and have been. I am going to try and find it to purchase on DVD.

A few friends went to see Lucky Number Slevin this past weekend as well. They have all recomended it so I will be off to see that later in the week along with Take the Lead.

I am sitting right now watching the Extreme edition of Danny the Dog aka Unleashed staring Jet Li. Loads of action plus a story of growth and renewal of life. I really enjoy it. I would suggest renting it if you haven't seen it. Also it was written by one of my all-time favorite writer/directors Luc Besson.

Has anyone seen Jarhead? I was planning on watching it this week and was looking for some input.

Something to keep you toasty if it's cold where you are.

About a week ago I started watching a TV show available on The Movie Network called Regenesis. I am almost done the first season and this is turning out to be a great show. The second season just started airing three weeks ago on the dish and I figured I should try and catch up.

Filmed in Toronto, Regenesis follows a group of scientists who study and manipulate genes, bacteria and all things biological. It has kind of a CSI look and feel to it but based a lot more on biological and chemical sciences. You follow the team as they search for cures to diseases, and being TV some of them are made up but they do a great job of connecting them to the real world.

I have finished 9 of the first 13 episodes and I would really suggest it for anyone looking for a new show to watch. Because it is on satellite they get away with throwing the "F" word out a couples of times an episode, so check it out when the kids aren't around.

At the end of every episode, during the credits, it says "Only you know the whole story, be a part of it" and gives you a link to their site. The Site is very well laid out and also features a link to their podcast. Not one but two podcasts.

The video podcast gives you a short trailer of what the next episode features. The Audio podcast is a radio show the features the artists, the songs and the score heard on the show. It also has exclusive interviews with some of the people involved in putting ReGenesis together. The audio podcast is worth every minute. The music in the show is a kind of techno, but with out the heavy pounding beats. Both podcasts are available through the Itunes music store for Free.

Does anyone remember when Clearly Canadian released a drink called Orbitz? You know that crazy flavoured water with the floating balls of flavour... I remember. I also miss this product. People were always saying it was disgusting and that they could not stand the little flavour pellets. It was one of the most inventive drinks ever created... until now.

A company called Ipifini has created a new soft drink they are calling the "Programmable Beverage." Check out the picture HERE. You can "inject" your flavour/color with the push tabs at the top. With buttons for lemon, lime, vanilla, and cherry flavors, you will be able to make all sorts of crazy combinations. I can't wait until this hits the market. There are a few things I do not understand though.

1. How do you mix in your flavour? If it is carbonated you, for obvious reasons, can't shake it.

2. What happens to the flavours you don't use? Do you really want to pop them when you are finished and drink straight syrup?

3. How much is this "Choose your own adventure soda" going to cost, considering what a regular Cola is these days.

4. Am I getting old because I am complaining about the price of pop?

I am sure I will drop the $3.00 or what ever when it first comes out just to try it. Like Orbitz though, I don't think the product will remain on the shelves that long.

I am really enjoying some of the music that is coming out these days. Such a wide range of taste and with the internet it makes it easier and easier to get your hands on great stuff. A few of the albums sitting in my player lately are:

Catching Tales - by Jamie Cullum - He does a new twist on the jazz and swing scene. And what an amazing voice.

In between dreams - by Jack Johnson - Lighter, pop'ish style. Great melody and lyrics.

Distort Yourself - by Institute - Headed by former Bush lead singer Gavin Rosdale. This album rocks! Still sounds close to what Bush did, but he twists up the style and rocks a little harder.

Haughty Melodic - by Mike Doughty - Former lead singer of Soul Coughing. He put this album out last year. You really have to like his unique voice in order to appreciate the music. If you haven't listened to soul coughing or Mike Doughty before you will need to sample before buying, it isn't for everyone.

Stranded in Suburbia - by Melissa Mcclelland - I saw her live a couple weeks ago. She was touring with Matthew Good on his accoustic tour. The live show they were both amazing. I'll throw up a picture or two later. This is a pretty good disk, she plays guitar very well.

What's in your player?

Wandering around the mall on Sunday I ended up at the disney store. Full of their regular toys and a lot of stuff from Chicken Little, I remembered I hadn't seen it yet. Now, I didn't spend the $26 dollars they were asking for the movie, I found a friend who liked it and had bought it, so I borrowed it. Nothing better than a free movie! I take that back, nothing better than a Great free movie.

Chicken little wasn't great but it was funny and a decent family flick. The one thing that blew me away was the voices. Little featured the voice tallents of Zach Braff, Garry Marshall , Don Knotts, Patrick Stewart, Joan Cusack, Harry Shearer, Catherine O'Hara, Adam West... the list goes on.

I am definitely going to add this to my collection and you should too.

I also managed to get my hands on the new album by Pink. Titled "I'm not dead", this pop rocker breaks out with another great album. I own her first three and was glad to get this one as well. It has been 2 1/2 years since "Try This" but worth the wait, plus she was busy getting married to Pro motocross rider Carey Hart. She has the same great mix of rock, pop and R'n'B here as well. Worth a listen. If you haven't seen her new Video for the track "Stupid Girls" check it out Here. Very funny!

2 more movies to add to the list. Well one more on each of the Good and Bad lists.

Having no plans for yesterday night I decided to sit down and... what else... watch movies. I had plenty of choices at home but decided I needed one more. Went down to the local video store and picked up Derailed. Starring Vincent Cassel, Clive Owen, Jennifer Aniston, RZA and Xzibit. I have really been enjoying Clive Owens acting lately in King Arthur, Closer, Sin City. Quite good, kind of creepy and his voice is powerful. I had been wanting to see Derailed since I first saw the trailer. Suspence, romance, a little violence, it all sounded like a good combination... I guess I expected too much. The movie started very slow and there was no real flow to it, just given to you in chunks. The general story is Owen and Aniston have an affair, a robber (Cassel) breaks in and catches them. Robber proceeds to extort money out of Owen. The story did turn around near the end and straighten itself out but not before I had given up on it. This is still a worthy rental, but don't pay more than $4 for it.

The second movie was Finding Neverland. Already part of my collection I had yet to sit down and watch it. I do this a lot, mostly because everyone I talked to before it was released to DVD were raving about it. They couldn't have been more right! What an amazing movie! Starring Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet in the story of the man , James Barrie, who wrote Peter Pan. The imagination this man had to come up with such a great story is amazing. This is a definite purchase, though I found I really wanted to watch "Peter Pan" and "Hook" after watching it, you might want to pick those up at the same time.

Well off to set all the clocks in my house. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.