Matthew R. Reis: Film and TV Critic

Blog Exclusive! "Due Date" - My Rating: 3 1/2 Stars Why see it? The director of "The Hangover", Todd Phillips, gets 2 great performances out of Zach Galifianakis and Robert Downey Jr. It's like "The Hangover" meets "Planes, Trains and Automobiles". "Megamind" in 3D - My Rating: 3 Stars See it i 3D, because the effects add, not subtract, from the film. The chemistry between Tina Fey and Will Ferrell is sizzling. Plus Megamind's character is a deviously funny dude. "Paranormal Activity 2" - My Rating: 3 Stars This one's a slow starter, but once you get an hour into it things really get spooky. Expect to be jumpy, laugh every now and then, and be completely shocked by the twist ending. Also check out "Paranormal Activity 3" in theaters everywhere October 21st. You're due for a break so checkout the "Due Date" trailer below: As always thanks for reading! ©2011 Matthew R. Rei...

Refriend this old toy (Now on DVD) 4 Stars Blog exclusive! Note: I did not see the 3D version. Three strikes you’re out? Not in Toy Story 3’s case. Blending tear jerking moments with outstanding CG the creative minds at Pixar have again managed to craft an outstanding film. This new film may even match Toy Story 2’s brilliance. As expected the latest chapter in the series is more of the same, in a good way that is. Part family friendly fun and coming of age tale all rolled up into one Toy Story 3 shows that three is indeed good company. The last time we saw the toys on the big screen was 11 years ago in the aforementioned Toy Story 2. Pitted against the evil Emperor Zurg, Buzz Lightyear’s arch nemesis, the odd ensemble of toys stuck together and managed to save the day. Now the toys have an even bigger challenge on their hands (or should I say parts?). Andy, their owner, is no longer a young lad anymore and is ready to head off to college. College is no place for toys such as M...