Mini Movie Review: Moneyball: ★★★★

'Moneyball' is one of the best movies of 2011. An endearing and motivational true story about an MLB general manager hoping to defy the odds. If you're not a fan of baseball fear not, I don't follow Major League Baseball and was still able to connect with the story. Go see this one in theaters, Brad Pitt will likely get an Oscar nom for his role.

4 out of 5

Mini Movie Review: Killer Elite: ★★½

'Killer Elite' tried way too hard to be a espionage conspiracy movie along the lines of 'Patriot Games' when it should have been more like 'the Transporter.' Let's face it, sometimes its better to keep things simple. We want to see Jason Statham kick ass, not act. Although, it was pretty cool to see Clive Owen and De Niro along side Statham. My advice, wait to rent this one. But its definitely worth seeing.

2.5 out of 5

Mini Movie Review: Drive : ★★★½

A very violent but captivating film. 'Scarface' meets 'the Transporter.' Don't confuse this with any of Ryan Gosling's recent movies, as this is very graphic, and chances are your lady will not like it. Go see this one with your buddies.

Mini Movie Review: Warrior: ★★★★

Hands down one of the best films of 2011. Unforgettable story of two estranged brothers competing against each other in a world class MMA championship. Such a power story, high with emotion and tension. In my book 'Warrior' put 'The Fighter' to shame. Go see this in theaters NOW! You WILL NOT regret it.

4 out of 5

Mini Movie Review: The Debt: ★★★

'The Debt' is a Jewish espionage movie in the same vein as 'Munich.' A mission during the 60s doesn't go as well as planned, and the much older team has to clean up the mess they created 30 years later. Although I don't think this film will garner much critical acclaim, I did enjoy it. Wait to rent this one.

3 out of 5

Mini Movie Review: Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes: ★★★½

Surprisingly decent prequel/reboot of the classic scifi franchise. It took some convincing for me to see this one as I assumed it would be a typical bust that most remakes are. But I'm happy to say I was proven wrong. See this one in theaters or rent it when it comes out on DVD. 3D isn't necessary.

(3.5 out of 5)

Mini Movie Review: The Troll Hunter : ★★★★½

A brilliant modern-day take on ancient Norwegian fairy-tales. 'The Troll Hunter' is already my favorite foreign film of the year. Shot in the style of 'The Blair Witch Project,' the movie was so well received in Norway that it was called "THE cultural event of 2010." Go see this as soon as you can. TROLL!

'The Troll Hunter' is out on BluRay/DVD August 23, 2011

(4.5 out of 5)

Mini Movie Review: Attack The Block : ★★★★

WOW. Attack the Block is what Super 8 should have been! A band of trouble-making teens, a more dangerous version of the Goonies, battle a horrific alien enemy in the slums of South London. The chemistry among the boys feels natural and gives the film some unique charm. Its all glued together with funny-man Nick Frost and one of the best soundtracks I've heard in years. It's not often you find yourself head-nodding to the score of a Sci-fi movie. BRAVO! If you get the chance go see this in theaters....NOW!

"Easy Peasy, Lemon Squeezy!"

(4 out of 5)

Mini Movie Review: The Help : ★★★★

THE feel-good movie of 2011! Oscar-worthy performances by Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer and Bryce Dallas Howard. "The Help" is packed with comedy and emotion and will have you talking about it days after you see it. Don't wait any longer, take the whole family and see this one in theaters.

(4 out of 5)

Mini Movie Review: 30 Minutes or less : ★½

Huge disappointment. I expected a lot more innovation from director Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland). Mediocre comedy with very few big laughs. Wait to watch this on Netflix or Cable.

(1.5 out of 5)

It's Shark week on the Discovery Channel so I thought it was only appropriate to show off my figures of Steve Irwin and Desmond "The Shark of Inspiration." Both stand on my computer at work.

Mini Movie Review: Crazy, Stupid, Love. : ★★★½

Refreshingly entertaining, perfect balance of comedy and drama. Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling make a dynamic duo. Great date movie, but not essential to see this in the theater. Guys take your ladies and they’ll be convinced you have great taste in movies.

3.5 out of 5

Mini Movie Review: Cowboys & Aliens : ★★½

With the unique mash-up of the Scifi and Western genres, an all-star cast and ‘Iron Man’ director Jon Favreau, one would think 'Cowboys & Aliens' film might be epic to the geek degree. But unfortunately it falls WELL short of that. Daniel Craig is convincing as the baddest outlaw in the West, but Harrison Ford, on the other hand, unintentionally looks old and frail (its sad). Overall, this film is right down the middle, its not horrible, but its nothing special. If you’re a huge Daniel Craig fan, or enjoy over CGI-ed visual feasts you’ll probably like this movie. But I’m confident no one will say they “LOVE” Cowboys & Aliens.

(2.5 out of 5)

Mini Movie Review: Captain America: The First Avenger: ★★½

'Captain America: The First Avenger' is like having a sandwich made with generic brand meat, cheese and condiments surrounded by by the most delicious bread you’ve ever had. The beginning and ending of the film were very strong, but everything else in between was predictable and bland. If you are a die-hard Marvel fan, like me, don’t waste any time and see this in theaters, otherwise waiting until this one is on DVD won’t be a bad idea. Also, as most Marvel flicks go, make sure you stick around until after the credits to see a teaser for the upcoming Avengers movie!

I doodle the strangest things while on conference calls.

There is a troll on my desk! Call the Troll Hunter!

Mini Movie Review: Green Lantern: ★ ★

Never been a fan of any DC universe character outside of Batman, but Green Lantern wasn’t horrible. Ryan Reynolds plays the same character he does in all of his movies. The plot feels rushed and is very predictable. This might as well have been an animated movie but is definitely worth seeing. Check it out on a night when you have nothing better to do, but watch it on Netflix.

Mini Movie Review: Super 8: ★★★★

Super 8 was masterfully done, for once a film that lives up to the hype and effectively utilizes the audience’s imagination, just like the old days. I connected with this movie on many levels and it will forever be grouped with other favorites like: ‘the Goonies,’ ‘ET’ and ‘The Monster Squad.’ See this on the big screen, and make sure you stay through the credits.

I drew this!

Mini Movie Review: X-Men: First Class: ★★★½

Wow, surprisingly great! On par with Marvel's 'Thor,' 'Iron Man 2' and dare I say the best X-Men movie to date! I expected this movie to be terrible, but thankfully I was proven to be wrong...well done Marvel! Go see this one in theaters! There are a couple awesome cameos by familiar Marvel personalities!