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DVD Pick of the Week: Mystery Science Theater 3000 - The Movie

Written by Chris Beaumont
Published May 06, 2008
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Crossing Jordan: Season 1. I always enjoyed this series, although I never watched with any consistent regularity. Jill Hennessy stars in the title role as a medical examiner who continuously finds herself in the middle of bigger cases. It was highlighted by a relatively light touch and an entertaining supporting cast. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

Teeth. I'm looking forward to sinking my teeth into this one. Get it? Teeth? It is the story of a teenage girl who has a mutant set of choppers in a place that her boyfriend will not be a big fan of. Never came around while it was on the big screen, but at least now I will be able to hit pause if I have to. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

First Sunday. The characters are given surprising amounts of depth, and the themes of family and redemption are woven nicely into the comedic fabric that makes up this surprisingly entertaining offering. No, it is not the best of its kind, but it exceeds expectations and sometimes that is enough. Ice Cube and Tracy Morgan work well together, while Katt Williams steals all of the scenes he's in. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

Over Her Dead Body. I'm sure it sounded like a good idea in the pitch meeting. What executive in his/her right mind wouldn't laugh at the idea of a dead woman haunting her still living fiancé's new girlfriend? It sounds like it would write itself. I can see the people in the room getting all atwitter about making it happen. However, the concept is half baked and the execution is lame. This would have been better served staying on the shelf. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

La Roue. I am completely unfamiliar with this silent French film, but what I have read makes it seem like essential viewing. From the editing techniques that were developed to the special effects that were invented, there must be a lot to be gleaned from this lengthy film. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

The Car. James Brolin stars in this '70s-era horror film about an evil car. Predating Christine comes this evilmobile with Brolin as the sheriff out to stop it. Sounds like plenty of corny fun. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

Serial Mom. John Waters film about a murderous suburbanite mother (Kathleen Turner) is a film I thought looked dumb when it was in theaters; of course I was not as into movies then as I am now. I must admit to wanting to take a look see and see what I missed. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

Twister: Two Disk Special Edition. I remember watching this spectacle on the big screen and having a lot of fun watching Bill Paxton and Helen Hunt chasing down the funnel clouds while avoiding Cary Elwes and flying cows. It is now getting the SE treatment. I am unsure if it will be worth the upgrade, so you may want to rent it first. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)

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Christopher Beaumont spends much of his time writing about entertainment when he isn't sitting in a movie theater. He is known around the office as the "Movie Guy" and is always ready to talk about his favorite form of entertainment and offer up recommendations. Interests include science fiction, horror, and metal music. His writings can be found at Draven99's Musings, as well as Film School Rejects.
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DVD Pick of the Week: Mystery Science Theater 3000 - The Movie
Published: May 06, 2008
Type: News
Section: Video
Filed Under: Video: Film and TV Business, Video: News
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