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Posted on September 9, 2008
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No, I haven’t completely disappeared, but I’m not going to lie - I just don’t have time to post now. Besides there seems to be enough lying going on in the country right now 
But, I am trying to make some changes in my life that will allow me to get this blog going again and hopefully pursue some other things as well. It may take me a month, two months or six months, I just don’t know right now. But Flicks Lists isn’t completely done, it’s just on life support, waiting to make its triumphant return, like Steven Segal in Hard To Kill. Well, kinda. Be sure to check back from time to time if you’re interested.
Oh yeah, The Dark Knight completely blew me away (when I saw it almost two months ago). Saw it in IMAX - possibly the most incredible movie-going experience of my life! Better late than never, right?
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The Dark Knight - It’s Almost Here!
Posted on July 14, 2008
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I knew this would get me posting again. After months of waiting, it’s almost here. I have been so busy this summer that I haven’t had much time to post here or even see a lot of movies. BUT, I have a ticket to see The Dark Knight in Imax on Saturday morning.
It seems so long ago that we got that first great trailer for the flick that I predict will live up to the hype. But now it’s almost here, just days away and Saturday can’t get here fast enough. I just hope I can sleep Friday night!
I promise to write up a full review - I honestly think that I will be compelled to after I see this flick.
I’ll be back soon!
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Top 100 Movies: A New Craze Begins, A Hero Reborn, and Joe Stealin’ Scenes
Posted on May 21, 2008
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No. 31 - X-Men (2000)
This is the flick that started the current comic book movie craze. Man I couldn’t wait for this one and, except for maybe a little more action, it didn’t disappoint me (obviously).
No. 30 - Batman Begins (2005)
As far as I am concerned, this is the greatest comic book movie of all time. At least until The Dark Knight is released this summer. Hope my expectations aren’t too high
No. 29 - Lethal Weapon 2 (1989)
Many may consider this superior to the original in terms of action and comedy. I think it is the second best flick in the franchise, but it did have Leo Getz.
Tags: batman begins, comic book movies, joe pesci, lethal weapon, lethal weapon 2, the dark knight, x-men
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Which Summer Blockbuster Are You Most Excited to See?
Posted on March 14, 2008
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Summer 2008 is shaping up to be one of the biggest summer movie seasons ever. There are four movies coming out this summer that I am particularly excited to see. Three are “comic book” movies and one features the return of an old friend. They are listed below in order of my “excitement level.” Trailers are also present for your viewing pleasure. Soooooo, which Summer 2008 movie are you most excited about?
1. The Dark Knight (July 18, 2008) - I can’t wait to see what the late, great Heath Ledger did with this juicy role. Still can’t believe he’s gone.
2. Iron Man (May 2, 2008) - Great actors, action, humor, Black Sabbath. ‘Nuff said.
3. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (May 22, 2008) - Uh, do I need to say anything? Didn’t think so.
4. The Incredible Hulk (June 13, 2008) - I know some are concerned about this flick. I think they are in for a pleasant surprise.
Tags: anticipated movies, batman, heath ledger, indiana jones, indiana jones and the kingdom of the crystal skull, iron man, the dark knight, the incredible hulk, trailers
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10 Reasons I Can’t Wait to See The Dark Knight
Posted on December 21, 2007
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I just finished watching the new trailer for The Dark Knight for about the twentieth time. Every time I watch it I get more excited for this flick - July 18, 2008 can’t get here fast enough. Here are ten reasons why (in no particular order):
Has he failed us? No. His track record is impeccable and everything I have seen or read about this flick leads me to the conclusion that he will not let us down this time.
2. Christian Bale
Best. Batman. Ever. I thought Michael Keaton was great, but Christian Bale is the perfect Bruce Wayne/Batman. I fully expect him to raise his game yet again. When hasn’t he? OK, maybe in that dragon flick. But everybody gets a mulligan, right?
It’s the best comic book movie ever and set up The Dark Knight perfectly with this ending:
4. Heath Ledger
When Heath Ledger was announced as The Joker I thought, simply, “WOW.” It was an inspired bit of casting and from the trailer it looks like he is going to be magnificent. That leads us right to . . .
5. The Joker
I know there has been some skepticism about the look of The Joker, but . . . he looks perfect. Batman Begins showed us what a “comic book movie” could be in terms of realism, plot and action. To continue with that tradition, you need a different kind of Joker - one that is more creepy, sadistic and could possibly exist in the really real world.
6. The Supporting Cast
The supporting cast in Batman Begins was phenomenal. It is ratcheted up a notch in this flick with the addition of Maggie Gyllenhaal and Aaron Eckhart.
7. The Hype
Like most eagerly anticipated movies, there is a lot of hype surrounding The Dark Knight. The viral marketing, the recent release of the posters, the new trailer - it’s all leading us toward a great cinematic experience next summer.
8. The Trailer
An obvious reason, but one nonetheless. It focuses more on the villain than on our hero, but that’s OK. We already know Batman. What we really needed to see was how The Joker was going to be portrayed in this flick.
9. Iron Man
Granted, they are being released on different dates next summer (Iron Man is being released on May 2, 2008), but do you think Christopher Nolan and the studio want their flick eclipsed by Iron Man? Never. That being said, I have similarly high expectations for Iron Man and may have to post a similar list for it.
10. Because it’s a comic book movie
I love comic book movies. Not all of them, but for some reason I get the feeling I will love The Dark Knight.
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