Friends with Benefits (2011)

Friends with Benefits (2011) — This article was originally published on 12ftdwende.com on 22 July 2011. I really don’t think I’ve quite got the hang of reviewing comedies. As I mention in every review I write for a comedy, the only real barometer for success is whether or not it makes you laugh. However, “I … Continue reading

Two and a Half Men – “Nice to Meet You, Walden Schmitt”

Two and a Half Men – “Nice to Meet You, Walden Schmitt” Way back in the day Charlie Sheen was considered a reasonably competent dramatic actor in films like Wall Street and Platoon. Then came Major League and Hot Shots and suddenly his comedic ability became apparent. After the tumultuous decade that was the 90s, … Continue reading

Grosse Pointe Blank (1995)

Grosse Pointe Blank (1995) — So my mom watched The Mist with me and got kind of freaked out so we decided to watch something funny.  I argued for Buffy the Vampire Slayer to keep up the Halloween theme but it was one in the morning and therefore no longer Halloween plus Grosse Pointe Blank … Continue reading