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Spies in Disguise (2019)
A decent movie for thr whole family over the holidaze
[Disclaimer: I attended a screening of this movie. Although I am not a professional reviewer, nor was I paid for any review.]
This movie should do well in the Christmas holiday season - it appeals to boys as well as girls, because of the strong leads. Will Smith is obviously the lead, but he is supported by the lovable Tom Holland and hard-nosed Rashida Jones.
It is suitable for kids of all ages because of the action, but no actual depictions of people being killed. In addition, the supporting character (Walter Beckett) advocates for non-violent disabling of enemies.
The story line is plausible, but a bit long. The realism in the injuries to the characters are not. Think of lots of Looney Tunes stunts...
Harold (2008)
Made me feel good about being bald
T.Sean Shannon has called upon his friends (and family) and created a unique, funny film.
Modeled after the typical high-school, new-kid, nerd plot, this movie has enough funny parts to make me rate it a 9. If I had to describe it, I would say "Sixteen-Candles" meets "Mr Woodcock" would be a good-approximation.
Filled with bit-parts by SNL players, as well as comic veterans and Oscar-winners(!), Harold keeps you guessing at a good pace all while making you giggle/laugh/broo-hah-hah in many places.
I think it must have been a nice departure for the seasoned actors to play the comedian role... the newbies held their own alongside. I predict that several of the young actors will go on to further roles. I am not sure about T.Sean's brother, Pat, though. His cameo is as short as he is bald (and now, old)! :)
Well worth the rental/download!