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![Good Luck Chuck [WS] [Unrated] [DVD] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/cba267fb-44c6-48cb-9f2e-505ea03963cf.jpg)
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Funny movie, but why so much childish jokes?
on October 18, 2008
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from mankato, MN
If it wasn't for Jessica Alba, I probably wouldn't have given this movie a second look. Luckily I did, because it's pretty funny. It crosses the line into poor taste quite often, but when the man-child of a friend isn't on screen, it's a pretty good movie. I wouldn't buy it, but definately one I'd rent more than once.
What's great about it: Jessica Alba as a clumsy cutie
What's not so great: All the crude humor
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull [Blu-ray] [2008]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/20ab4ffc-ebf9-444d-b91e-3052e32cb35f.jpg)
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Worst of the Indy movies, but it's still Indy!!!
on October 18, 2008
Posted by: Gorkous
from mankato, MN
There are numerous problems with this movie. In my opinion, certain characters shouldn't get old. Rocky, Rambo, Martin Riggs... Indy is another one. Although, like Rocky, it was handled well enough that it didn't matter so much. The two biggest problems with this movie both stem from the skulls.
Because of the skulls, this movie goes into sci-fi territory which is quite a difference from the more mystical/fantasy elements that Indy's known for. If you haven't seen the movie, I won't ruin it for you, but you'll know what I mean when you see it.
The other is that the best of the Indy movies dealt with religious artifacts which are already very well known, regardless of what religion you are. This movie is focused on an item that, until the movie, I had never heard about.
There are other minor issues that you'll notice, but in the end, it's still Indiana Jones. It's still fun, just not as fun as the past flicks.
Because of the skulls, this movie goes into sci-fi territory which is quite a difference from the more mystical/fantasy elements that Indy's known for. If you haven't seen the movie, I won't ruin it for you, but you'll know what I mean when you see it.
The other is that the best of the Indy movies dealt with religious artifacts which are already very well known, regardless of what religion you are. This movie is focused on an item that, until the movie, I had never heard about.
There are other minor issues that you'll notice, but in the end, it's still Indiana Jones. It's still fun, just not as fun as the past flicks.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Iron Man [WS] [Ultimate Edition] [2 Discs] [Blu-ray] [2008]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/304b2327-370a-41e7-956a-951dd4939472.png)
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from mankato, MN
Never cared for Iron Man or Robert Downey Jr. but this movie has changed my mind about them both. Downey creates the perfect blend needed for the Stark character and the way the story plays out is great too. I kept waiting for the "cheese" moment, but it never came. Came close once, but gratefully it just walked that line and never crossed. The only complaint would be that I think Terrance Howard was miscast for the tough as nails James Rhodes. His voice, the babyface, deminor... none of it said he was raised in the streets and was a military man.
What's great about it: Funny, cool tech, good story, great extras
What's not so great: It's another 3 years till the sequel
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisJoin a lovable robot and his floating mechanized companion on an incredible adventure. Based on the Disney/PIXAR movie, WALL-E is filled with plenty of outer-space action as well as tons of strategy and fun. Humankind has abandoned Earth, leaving WALL-E (Waste Allocation Load Lifter Earth-Class) and the search robot EVE all alone. When EVE embarks on a journey to find the humans, WALL-E follows her into the depths of space. What happens next is an exciting tale of courage that determines the fate of the entire planet.Make your way through nine imaginative worlds where you'll meet all sorts of robots and characters. But watch out ~ some of them aren't so friendly. Fight when you must, then make a hasty getaway in the Axiom space cruiser. You'll also need to figure out tricky puzzles and navigational challenges throughout the expansive galaxy. Up to four friends can experience the excitement together in multiplayer adventures. WALL-E and EVE must complete the most important missions in the universe. Team up with this automated pair to help humankind return home.
Posted by: Gorkous
from mankato, MN
I've written this review before, but I'll have to do it again, but shorter.
Don't buy this game unless you want to spend hours just collecting tokens, which is pretty much what this game comes down to. There's very little variety and it's probably a bit too challenging for the only age group that would be entertained by the constant coin collecting that sums up this game. Spend your money on something else. You'll be doing your kid a favor.
What's great about it: It's got Wall E...
What's not so great: ...to take your hard earned money
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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![Definitely, Maybe [WS] [DVD] [2008]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/7e16f69b-08eb-4d9e-8012-94700990a9b8.jpg)
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from mankato, MN
Ryan Renolds has always been at his best as the funny man in movies, that's probably part of the reason I didn't care for the Amittyville remake, but this movie plays to his strengths and lets him branch out a little too. While I have a bit of a hard time believing him as a father, though he's old enough, he still has that early college age look to him. The ending seemed a little hard to believe too, but it's still set up nicely and it has a great story to it. It also has a few nice reminders of what life was like in the late 80's/early 90's.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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from mankato, MN
The best part of this movie is the over the top and crazy action scenes, but when they try to make it into a love story, it kinda falls flat. The end has a great message and there's plenty of laughs to be had along the way, but trying to squeeze in the love interest seemed more forced into the story than part of the story itself.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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from mankato, MN
A friend brought over this movie and I really didn't expect much. I hoped it'd be funny, I wasn't dissapointed. It's a pretty good date movie for both guys and girls and I almost (ALMOST) want to see the Dracula musical peformed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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There was a time I would've waited in line to see a M. Night movie... those days are gone. Up until The Village, I loved his movies, and even that movie I thought was pretty decent, but this one I waited until it was on DVD to see and I almost felt it was a waste of time. With the exceptions of a couple actors, the acting is pretty bad (in the extras Night says he wanted to make "the best B movie" ever made, but it's still pretty bad acting by that standard). The story seems farfetched, even some of the "normal" people seem crazy and some of the victims of the plague seem to put too much thought into how to die to make even that much believable. If you want a good movie by this director/writer, go with any of the first three films he made.
What's great about it: Interesting plot idea
What's not so great: everything else
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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SynopsisCrazy criminals run wild in Gotham City. Only two champions ~ Batman and Robin ~ step out of the shadows to defend the innocent. This time they're stepping out as LEGO characters, bringing the fun-filled colors and charm of LEGO to the action-packed thrills of Batman. Heroes, villains, vehicles and settings all come to life in the unique LEGO style. Prepare for crime-fighting in a whole new way as you head out as the Dynamic Duo.In LEGO Batman: The Videogame, you'll be able to build and control amazing vehicles, including the LEGO Batmobile, LEGO Batboat and LEGO Batwing. Play the game as Batman or his sidekick Robin, swooping through the streets of Gotham City to apprehend the Joker and other evildoers and return them to Arkham Asylum. For a change of pace, engage in a life of villainy as one of a multitude of sinister criminals, including Catwoman and Penguin, and defeat the Caped Crusader once and for all. Utilize exciting gadgets and weapons that are unique for each character. With LEGO Batman, the next exciting adventure is only a stackable block away.
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from mankato, MN
I enjoyed this game. I also enjoyed Lego Star Wars and Indiana Jones, but the formula has to get shaken up a little bit to be worth my $50 at this point. There's nothing really new here aside from the setting and, as great as it is that the PS3 takes advantage of the HD setup, for a game like Batman, a grainier look is more appropriate instead of the crisp, clean look. Oddly enough, that's one reason I'd suggest the PS2 version instead, BECAUSE it's not as crisp and clean. For that reason, the fact that it's $20 cheaper and that as far as gameplay goes, I don't think there's anything different. Do yourself a favor, save the extra money for the next game you want (maybe the next Lego game even) and get the cheaper version.
What's great about it: Batman. villians. Legos. 'nuff said.
What's not so great: Expensive for what it is, "crisp, clean" graphics aren't Batman
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Most shows have a pretty good first season, and the writers take until the second to hit their stride. This series kinda follows that trend, but for the most part it does it right from the get go. The first part of the season has a "hazy" look to it, but by the end of it, the look of the show is what you would see on the show now. The way they go through solving the problem is kinda like a murder mystery before the murderer can strike and then there's the comedic time House has to spend in the clinic with "regular" patients which helps to eleviate the drama.
What's great about it: House is an awesome jerk
What's not so great: the "hazy" look of the first part of the season
I would recommend this to a friend!
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PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
How can I buy the AC/DC Live rock band pack? It doesn't seem to be available on the PS Store.
Go to an actual, brick and mortor store and pick it up. It's that simple.
17 years, 6 months ago
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Wii
Wii
Does the Wii play DVD's?
Sadly, no. Kinda pointless though since most everyone at this point has a DVD player or a different system that will play them.
17 years, 6 months ago
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Gorkous
mankato, MN
Wii
Wii
what is the difference between rockband and guitarhero which is better
Rock Band has multiple instuments (two guitars, drums, and a microphone) and has songs that have been programed to make use of all those instruments. With Guitar Hero, you use just that. A guitar and only a guitar. The songs weren't created with the other instruments in mind, but with Rock Band, you don't have to use all the instuments if you don't want to or don't have the people there at the moment.
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