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Thursday, May 19, 2011 By Erica Greenberg
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With the summer movie scene coming soon, there are a few movies that people should watch out for; the good, the bad, and the debatable.
Movies to look forward to…
Water For Elephants-April 22
For Robert Pattinson lovers, this movie adds a whole new dimension to the sparkling vampire. In Water for Elephants, Pattinson plays a veterinary student, Jacob, who becomes a worker at a circus where he meets the love of his life, Marlena (Reese Witherspoon), a star performer in the bygone era and the wife of the circus owner. Between clown tricks and riding on elephants, viewers will be able to experience the great nature of love and the circus.
Brides Maids- May 13
This movie starring Kristen Wiig, also known for her role on SNL, stars in “the Hangover for women”. This hysterical comedy shows Annie, the maid of honor at her friends wedding, on an exciting adventure leading up to the wedding, including going to Vegas. These women may not be the three best friends that anyone could have, but they will be sure to cause some laughs.
The Hangover II- May 26
Phil, Stu, and Alan are at it again when they go to Bangkok for Stu’s wedding. When Stu’s soon to be wife asks Stu to take her little brother out with his friends, the 4 guys end up having a night they will never forget- or even remember. With the younger brother now missing, the boys must track him down and find him before the wedding; because what happens in Bangkok stays in Bangkok, at least for now.
Crazy Stupid Love- July 29
Cal Weaver (Steve Carell), a forty year old, learns that his perfect white picket fence life has turned up side down when his wife cheats on him and wants a divorce. Now having to go back into the dating scene, he needs a wingman to help him get his wife back. This is where Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling) steps in. Jacob Palmer, an all-around player leans on Carl when he falls in love with Emma Stone’s character. As the two try to win back their loves, they discover a new found friendship.
Movies up for interpretation…
The Greatest Movie Ever Sold- April 22
In a totally sponsored documentary, directed by the directors of Super Size Me, you will learn all about the advertising and marketing industry like you have never seen it before.
Bad Teacher- June 24
In a new comedy, Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake team up in a comedy about a teacher who falls in love with the new substitute teacher and changes her life around to be with him.
Friends With Benefits-July 22
Similar to the movie No Strings Attached, starring Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake learn the do’s and don’t’s of having a “friends with benefits” relationship.
Three Musketeers in 3D- October 14
Orlando Bloom has moved on from Pirates of the Caribbean, to an adventure that comes to life; The Three Musketeers. In a fight to become the third Musketeer, there is a new beginning for this legend- don’t miss it.
Movies you might want to skip…
Meet Monica Velou-April 8
Samantha may have been known for her role in Sex and The City, but she will not be known for this movie. In an attempt to show a different side of her personality, this movie comes off a bit creepy.
Prom-April 29
Prom may be soon for Sharon High students, but that doesn’t mean you need a movie on it; especially if the movie is by the Disney Channel.
Last Night-May 6
Last night I did not see this movie about yet another love story where the wife and husband learn that they love other people, even if Keira Knightly is in it.
Everything must go-May 13
In another movie where Will Ferrell loses everything and learns a life lesson at the end, everything including this movie must go.