How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)

I watched “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” the other night, and I haven’t laughed so hard during a movie in a long time. I really enjoyed this film. Andy Anderson (Kate Hudson) works for a fashion magazine writing how-to articles, but what she really wants is to be a serious reporter. She’s interested in politics, religion, foreign affairs—but all her editor wants are stories on clothing, furniture, and fingernail polish. Hoping to prove herself someday, she keeps writing the fluff stuff, just biding her time until her big break arrives. When her editor (Bebe Neuwirth) sniffs out … Continue reading

Raising Helen (2004)

In “Raising Helen,” Helen Harris (Kate Hudson) is a career woman first and foremost. As the executive assistant to Dominique, owner of a huge modeling agency, she’s always on the go, on top of things, and very in demand. Her nightlife is also busy, as she entertains clients. She makes time for her family, whom she loves dearly, especially her sister Lindsay (Felicity Huffman). Her other sister, Abby (Joan Cusack) is also important to her, but they’ve never really clicked. Tragedy strikes when Lindsay and her husband are killed in a car accident, leaving behind their three children. When it’s … Continue reading

Movies Week in Review January 28th – February 2nd

Life sure gets crazy sometimes! If you were too busy stamping out fires to join us here in Movie Reviews, that’s okay—I’ve got your back. Here’s a summary of the films reviewed this week so you can catch up. We kicked off the week with a live-action version of “Alice in Wonderland,” starring Tina Majorino, Whoopi Goldberg, and Gene Wilder. I’m sorry to say I was disappointed in the film and recommend that you stick with the classic Disney version. Next came “Shenandoah,” the brilliant classic starring Jimmy Stewart, who plays a Virginia farmer named Charlie. The Civil War is … Continue reading