Wilfred

2011        NR      Season 1

Adapted from the Australian TV series, this unconventional comedy follows the surreal experiences of Ryan, a deeply depressed man who becomes convinced that his neighbor's dog Wilfred is actually a man wearing a costume. More at Netflix!

I am not even sure why I really picked this to watch but I did. I guess perhaps because I like Elijah Wood. He is super cute and I loved Lord of the Rings. The synopsis looked cute so I clicked play. I was just enchanted by this show right from beginning to end. The moment the show ended I said, "I liked it too much". I didn't want it to end. The character Ryan played by super cute Elijah Wood is so scared to live and tries to off himself. After it does not work he starts seeing his neighbors dog,Wilfred, as a fella in a dog suit.

Wilfred is just the funniest. I love his doggy logic that he explains and tries to apply it to Ryan. I also love all the fart talk. Wilfred being a dog is really into butts and farts. He is always sniffing butts and farts to find out about people. He can tell so much from so little. It is really funny. I also love how matter of fact he is about everything. He just lays it out there. Wilfred also has a large stuffed animal bear that he humps constantly and has a strained relationship with.

I can't wait for the 2nd season and will watch it as soon as it is up. Netflix gave Wilfred 4.4 stars and I give it 5 sloppy imaginary doggy kisses.

Resurrect Dead: The Mystery of the Toynbee Tiles

2011     NR     1hr 26m

For three decades, strange plaques with messages about resurrecting the dead have mysteriously appeared on streets throughout North and South America, prompting director Jon Foy to seek out the story of their origin. From Netflix!

I am not exactly sure why I decided to watch this movie but I am very happy that I did. It kind of stuck with me. I caught myself telling people about it and telling them about how great it is. The subject matter is really interesting, the music is great, and the story that the movie tells is compelling. 

The movie follows Justin Duerr, a man who is trying to solve the mystery of the Toynbee Tiles. Starting in Philadelphia tiles were spotted all over the city. In the middle of the roads and other places there are tiles that say...

Toynbee Idea

In Movie 2001

Resurect Dead

On Planet Jupiter

No one knows who is doing it, why, and what it means. Justin Duerr tries to solve the mystery. He follows all the leads that he has taking him all over and talking to everyone. For the first part of the investigation I didn't think they were going to find the person responsible for the tiles but the further in they got, the more I thought they could and would. I really wanted to find out. It was captivating.
Here is a trailer of the movie. I think it will better convey the movie than I could.
Netflix gave this movie  3.8 Stars and I give it 5 tiles. Woo!

Bear Nation

2010    NR   1hr 17m

This intriguing documentary profiles gay men known as Bears -- often thickset and hirsute homosexual males who revel in their masculinity -- as they break stereotypes and search for love, friendship and acceptance in America and Britain. More here!

I was browsing through the movies with nothing in particular that I wanted to watch and this movie poster and title caught my eye. I saw the words "From the makers of Small Town Gay Bar" and I knew I wanted to watch it. Being a fan of Kevin Smith and his podcast, SModcast, I was familiar with his friend that he has on his show, Malcolm Ingram. Malcolm is one of his close friends and often comes on his podcast and freely talks about being a Bear and being gay. He is very funny and I really like listening to the 2 of them talk. They are just the funniest. Malcolm has directed 3 movies. The last 2 pertaining to being gay.

I watched Small Town Gay Bar quite some time ago here on Netflix and it was great. (I really recommend you give it a watch) I really enjoy movies where I can learn something about another lifestyle or learn about other people. Bear Nation taught me a bit about the Bear community withing the gay community. All the interviews were interesting and heartfelt. Just like any group of people that have an interest, quality, or aspect that make them different there is something to be learned. Just like any other niche there are many details, rules, and dynamics. There are Bears, large hairy gay men. And there are people who are attracted to these men and their type in particular. It sounds so cut and dry but there is much more to it. There are different types of bears and differing opinions.

The movies shows you different Bears in their home towns and also at conventions. I think conventions are the best things ever for being around like minded people who enjoy what you do and spending time together. It was great seeing the hotels that they were staying at just bursting with large hairy guys. Not only are they able to attend cons but there is a thriving presence on line. It is nice to have a place that you can go on line even if you don't have any close or local people that you can meet with. 

I don't want to give too much away so I won't say anymore so you can really enjoy the movie. it is really short so it is an easy watch and they keep it pretty light hearted. Netflix gave it 3.2 stars and I give it 4 big, hairy, gay men.

Addams Family Values

1993      PG-13     1hr 34m

In director Barry Sonnefeld's Oscar-nominated black comedy, siblings Wednesday (Christina Ricci) and Pugsley (Jimmy Workman) Addams will stop at nothing to get rid of Pubert, the new baby boy adored by parents Gomez (Raul Julia) and Morticia (Anjelica Huston). Things go from bad to worse when the new "black widow" nanny, Debbie Jellinsky (Joan Cusack), launches her plan to add Fester (Christopher Lloyd) to her collection of dead husbands... More at Netflix! 

They say "guilty" in a tiny voice pretending to be the baby talking. We use it often in our conversations. It is weird how a movie from almost 20 years ago stuck with me

The Addams Family movies are so great. This is the 2nd of them and I think my favorite. The story of Fester and the nanny is great and I love the kids, Wednesday and Pugsley, being at summer camp. I went to summer camp for quite a few years so I loved all the camp humor. To be honest though, all the humor in this movie is great. I laughed so much.

My husband and I do a lot of quoting of movies and shows and there are quite a few from this one. My favorite is when the 2 kids are going to behead the baby.

"Death! Death to the enemies of the people of the republic."
Hoorah!
Justice is served.
Bring forward the evil one.
You have betrayed the people of France.
You are evil incarnate.
How do you plead?

Guilty.

They say "guilty" in a tiny voice pretending to be the baby talking. We use it often in our conversations.

 It is weird how a movie from almost 20 years ago stuck with me so much. I kind of wish they would 

make another movie. I know it would be all new actors and that would be sad but it could still be good. 

Right?

Well, Netflix gave it 3.5 stars and I give it 5 Things. 

Louie

2010-2011       TV-MA     2 Seasons

Written and directed by comic Louis C.K. -- who plays a fictionalized version of himself -- this FX series eschews sitcom structure for a loose format that lets single dad Louie be his irascible self -- through vignettes, club performances and more. More at Netflix!

Louie is so funny. I watched his stand up special a bit back and I guess that put me in the mood for more Louie so I watched his show and laughed so much. If you haven't seen his stand up or show you have to watch them. He is so funny. He is so blunt and has no problem with saying things that other people might not be brave enough to say. He often says horrible things about his children and it is the greatest. I love it. 

I really hope his life is not exactly like it is depicted on his show. Because if so, it is depressing. There are so many awkward moments, angry people, and terrible situations. I just want to hug him and try to make his life better. In one episode he and his two daughters are driving to meet a 97 year old family member to talk with her and hear stories. The whole drive there his daughters complain and then they get there and Great Aunt Ellen is racist and then dies within 3 minutes. Fun.

Netflix gives Louie 4.3 stars and I give it 5 bags of dicks.

South Park Season 15

21 m        2012     TV-MA

This crass animated series started as a potty-mouthed response to sitcoms that portrayed children as angelic figures, but evolved into one of television's most effective satires, joyfully skewering cultural trends, celebrities and political figures.

Kyle is intimately involved in the development of a revolutionary new product called HumancentiPad. Info from Netflix!

The other night I wanted something super fast to watch and en episode of South Park was just the perfect thing. They are quick, easy, and funny as all heck. the 15th season is now on Netflix so I started 15-1,  The HumancentiPad. Genius. I loved the Human Centipede movie so that, plus South Park, makes for a fun time. Like all of their other episodes it was perfect. Matt and Trey have such a great sense of humor and such a gift for clever writing. I saw the mini movie, 6 Days to Air, and it was made while they were working on this particular episode. It was neat to see the episode that they talk about. It came out well and all their hard work was worth it.

All I can say about this episode and season 15 is watch it. So funny. 5 Profane Stars.

Jim Gaffigan: Mr. Universe

2012           1hr 17m           NR

Funnyman Jim Gaffigan offers up his unique take on everything from Disney World to overweight whales in this live show from Washington, D.C. Other topics include McDonald's, indoor pools, slothfulness and having a fourth child. From Netflix!

I remember seeing Jim Gaffigan years ago before I really knew who he was or how funny he was. I loved him from the first 30 seconds of his show. He was super funny back then and he is just as funny today. I love his little voice that he does and the supposed thoughts of the audience. They are spot on and make his humor his own and stand out. 

I started this comedy special up on Saturday because my husband was jumping in the shower and was going to be busy for a little while. 20 seconds after I started it up I heard the same music in the bathroom. Turns out my husband had the same idea as me because he just stared it up as well with his Ipad in the bathroom. I matched mine up with his so when he got done with his shower we could watch it in the living room together without a hitch. 

This stand up performance was just as funny as his other ones. I laughed a lot and my husband laughed a lot as well. The only thing I didn't find super funny was all the humor about his kids. Since I don't have kids of my own or particularity like kids, I don't find humor about kids and raising them great. But, since Jim Gaffigan is so funny and I like his sense of humor he made it funny.

Netflix gave Mr. Universe 4.3 stars and I give it 5 cute funny kittens.

Jackass 2.5 and Jackass 3

2007   1hr 4m   NR                        2010  1hr 39m   UR

Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O and the entire Jackass crew return with even more inappropriate and reckless stunts, pranks and mischief in this film that combines extra scenes from Jackass 2 with behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews. Confronting dangerous animals such as alligators and snakes, fighting one another, and embarrassing Bam's dad are just a few of the crazy high jinks in store. Info from Netflix!

Johnny Knoxville -- the original Jackass himself -- returns after a long hiatus and subjects himself to all-new stunts involving wild animals, dangerous heights and other perils guaranteed to do him bodily harm. "Jackass" regulars Bam Margera and Steve-O also endure their share of punishment in this collection of stomach-churning, don't-ever-try-these-at-home acrobatics that time and again blur the line between hilarious and tasteless. Info from Netflix!

My husband and I watched these two movies back to back. We were in a mood to watch these movies and these are the only 2 on Netflix so we watched them happily. I think I have seen these movies over 9 times. I can watch them over and over. Watching these guys doing stupid stunts, getting hurt, and being all round funny is the best. I don't go to the theater often (2 times a year) but I went to see the 2nd and 3rd ones at the cinema. 

As mean as it sounds I love watching Danger Ehren getting hurt. I don't know. I know it is horrible but I can't help it. He looks so funny and says the funniest things. He just kills me. I love the bit where he gets kicked by a donkey. 

All of the  Jackass guys are super funny and make me laugh so much. Johnny Knoxville is cute and I love it when he gets done up like an old man and causes problems. Bam puts so many things up his butt just to get a laugh. Steve-o has the best laugh and his gag reflex makes me laugh. That man can't not vomit. Wee Man is always up for anything and I love when he hides in small places and scares people. Preston is such a good sport. He lets those guys shoot him, paint him, and keeps a smile on his face. Ryan has the best beard, plain and simple. Chris Pontius seems like he is having the time of his life all the time. Dave England is a professional shitter and uses his gift to make people laugh.

If you like to laugh watch these movies. Netflix gave these movies 3.9 and 3.4 stars and I give both of them 5 poo covered funny stars.

Wet Hot American Summer

2001              1hr 36m               R

 It's the last day of summer for Camp Firewood's staff and patrons, and everyone wants a final shot at some action. For Beth (Janeane Garofalo), that means getting it on with nerdy astrophysicist Henry (David Hyde Pierce). Ditto for the lovelorn Coop (Michael Showalter), who'd like nothing better than to lip-lock with fellow counselor Katie (Marguerite Moreau). Paul Rudd, Molly Shannon and Elizabeth Banks co-star in this spoof on summer-camp camp. Info from Netflix!

This movie has so many funny people in it. It has been years since I saw it for the first time I don't remember all these people being in it. I think I saw it before I knew of all of them. This time around I think I was laughing constantly. This movie is so ridiculous and the humor is so for me. I think a good example of  the humor is when the counselors go into town for an hour. They get something to eat, get some beer, buy crack, get addicted to drugs, end up getting strung out and passing out in a crack house; and then they go back to camp like nothing happened.

Being a person who went to summer camp many years in row as a camper and then as a counselor I really enjoy certain jokes. There is a kid who hasn't taken a shower one time during camp it really true. There is always one, if not more than one.

Just watch it. Netflix gave it 3.6 stars and I give it 5 happy campers.

The Wild Hunt

2009              1hr 35m             NR

The line between fantasy and reality quickly merges in this psychological drama set within the elaborate mini-world of a role-playing game - based on an ancient legend - that's being staged in Quebec by a large cast of costumed enthusiasts. Info from Netflix!

This was just a random movie that I watched because I liked the look of the cover and when I saw the synopsis I saw it was about LARPing. Great! Being a super nerdy girl (I love video games, anime, D&D, and cosplaying) I thought I would give this movie a try. The movie starts as if it is a serious fantasy movie. A king and one of his subjects are quarreling and soon it comes down to a sword fight. It takes a light hearted turn when they start hitting each other with foam swords. 

I thought it was going to be a funny movie, it does have humor, but it is not just a funny movie. It is one of those catch all movies with a little bit of everything. The story follows a love triangle, a loving big brother, and a large group of LARP friends. This movie made me want to try a weekend of LARP. It looks fun. The outfits, fun stories, and  excitement. The last part of the movie takes a drastic and for me, unexpected turn. 

I highly suggest checking this movie out. Whether you are into LARP or just like a good story, watch it. Netflix gives it 3.3 stars and I give it 5 scary antler bone heads.

Don't Be Afraid of the Dark

2011          1hr 39m           R

Soon after moving in with her father and his new girlfriend, young Sally discovers she isn't alone in the house: strange creatures live there -- and they might not be as friendly as Sally thinks. Guillermo del Toro co-writes this horror film. Info from Netflix!

This was another random movie that just watched because I like the cover of the movie. Within 30 seconds I knew this movie was directed by Guillermo del Toro. I didn't see his name on the cover because I was not paying too much attention. But, his style of direction is so recognizable. It is just so him. I saw Pan's Labyrinth when it came out and I just loved it. It was dark but whimsical. Kind of like Tim Burton but I like del Toro's style much more. Pan's Labyrinth made me a fan of him. I watched The Orphanage and just kind of liked it. I wanted to like it more but just couldn't. Anywhoo...

If I had seen this movie when I was a little girl I would have loved it beyond belief. I have a soft spot for movies where people move into a new house and there is something going on and they uncover it through exploration and luck. I think I like it because I want to move into a big house and have a mystery surrounding it. Nothing terrible, just something unknown. Secret rooms and passageways, skeleton keys, and attics with dusty old treasures.

Del Toro has a knack at making scary and interesting monsters and the ones in this movie are perfect. The drawings of the monsters are even scarier than the monsters themselves. I kind of wish they had shown the drawings before the monsters. It would have made them even creepier. Even though the little monsters are super scary I didn't think about them that evening when I went to bed. I have a habit of thinking about scary things when I go to bed. I don't get scared like a little kid and then can't sleep but I do get nervous. Not with this movie though, I think it just didn't pop into my mind while falling asleep. Paranormal Activity though, that is a different story. 

The ending was good, I kind of wish it had ended a bit differently though. As a child I would see it differently but now that I am older I see it from a different point of view. I tend to put myself into the roles when I watch movies. This is why I cry a lot when I watch movies and shows, and even when I read books.

Netflix game this movie 3.4 Stars and I give it 5 Scary Monsters.