Wednesday, July 7, 1999
Wednesday, July 7, 1999 |
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Movies Opening Friday American Pie — Perhaps the movie with the best buzz of the summer. They claim it is in the same vein as “There's Something about Mary” and the world can always use a sex comedy. Rated R. Arlington Road — Jeff Bridges plays an expert on terrorism and Tim Robbins plays his terroristic neighbor. The previews have Bridges running in slo-mo towards a building, which is very reminiscent of “Blown Away” which was terrible. Rated R. Now Playing Austin Powers 2 : The Spy Who Shagged Me — Hysterically funny with bigger laughs than the first. It can be a little bawdy so don't just drop the kids at the film. Rated PG-13. Big Daddy — A funny movie and very cute. It is in the same vein as The Wedding Singer, having less to do with the likes of Happy Gilmore. I liked it though. Rated PG-13. The General's Daughter — John Travolta plays an investigator looking into the murder of ...the general's daughter. Lots of suspense and drama, I just hope he sings Greased Lightning. Rated R. The Mummy — A fun action adventure starring Brendan Fraser. The effects are nice and there are a few jumpy type suspenseful moments. Rated PG-13. Notting Hill — Julia Roberts plays a world famous actress and Hugh Grant plays the charming owner of a charming bookstore. This is the date movie right now. Rated PG-13. South Park: Bigger, Longer, and Uncut — Do not take the children! This is really sharp and funny but also very raunchy. I've seen it three times and it gets better and better. Rated R. Star Wars: The Phantom Menace — So, it's not the second coming. This is a great movie with effects that mess with your mind long after. It is a perfect beginning to the story and the performances are great. Rated PG. Summer of Sam — This movie has elements of all of Spike Lee's films but not the heart of one of them. The acting is strong but the film is way too long. Stay away. Rated R. Tarzan — Disney didn't make a lot of noise about this movie, but it makes as big a splash as the best of them. It has a good story, nice songs, and incredible visuals. Rated G. Wild, Wild West — Number one movie in America right now but the reviews have been terrible. I don't know where it went wrong, I guess I'll wait until it hits the dollar theater to find out. Rated PG-13.
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