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Watchmen starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Malin Akerman, Matthew Goode, Jackie Earle Haley and Patrick Wilson

Posted on October 2, 2009 Written by ripitup

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The movie is everything the trailer promises.  I am not going to say it was perfect and that the whole 162 minutes were equally exciting. Let’s just say I prefer watching movie adaptations of comics (or in this case a graphic novel) and this movie was rather entertaining. Below are the Watchmen:

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From upper left: The Comedian, Rorschach, Silk Spectre II

Lower left: Nite Owl II, Ozymandias, Dr. Manhattan

It is the 1980s, alternate world. Everything starts with the death of The Comedian (Jeffrey Dean Morgan). Or let’s say everything restarts. When the former “superhero” is murdered, Rorschach develops the theory that someone might be after the whole gang. Adrian Veidt (Matthew Goode) finds the idea ridiculous- he has made his secret identity as Ozymandias public knowledge and is living his life out in the open as a well-respected, multi-billionaire businessman. His partner in most matters is Dr. Manhattan (Billy Crudup)- who has turned into a blue-skinned man- with some interesting powers; due to a lab accident. He also happens to be the only Watchman with superhuman powers. He is not very concerned either. The world has some other serious issues- like the possibility of  Russia going into atomic war against the United States. Silk Spectre II (Malin Akerman) – his girlfriend- does not share the cold-bloodedness. Also sick and tired of Manhattan’s apathy, she finds comfort in the friendship of Nite Owl II (Patrick Wilson)…

Just like any other movie, I favor some characters over the others. The character I enjoyed watching the most was definitely Rorschach (played by Jackie Earle Haley). With the namesake inkblot test patterned mask, his average built (becomes obvious how much smaller he is during the prison scenes). He fights well, he keeps a diary that we hear the entries of, offers his dark points of view on life. Yet he has the best storylines and he can more than take care of himself when in trouble.

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The Comedian ( played by Jeffrey Dean Morgan) plays a crucial role in the movie – we get to see a lot of him through flashbacks and notice actions that are borderline psychotic- he can kill innocent people just because they get on his nerves, for instance.  You can’t really tell what this guy is doing in a team that aims to protect people…This personality adds up to the dark atmosphere. His morals and motives are very to hard to get…

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While Dr. Manhattan has the most interesting backstory and some really cool lines, his apathy and figure start stalling the movie after a while.

Although we see a lot of the Night Owl II, we don’t really get to know him. Nor we care about Silk Spectre. Somethings feel missing. Somethings are left without explanation and that part of the story doesn’t make sense. You will know what I mean when you see Ozzy’s “pet”. I for one am on the lookout for the director’s cut. Still, I wouldn’t mind a sequel. It might be flawed, but it is damned good entertainment.

The movie has many flashbacks that involve the past of the watchmen, and the “superheroes” that came before them…

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Filed Under: Movies and Actors Tagged With: Billy Crudup, Dr. Manhattan, Jackie Earle Haley, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Malin Akerman, Matthew Goode, Night Owl, nite owl, Patrick Wilson, Rorschach, Silk Spectre II, Watchmen, watchmen movie

Gerard Butler, Richard Gere and Jeffrey Dean Morgan: Allure of the Older Guy

Posted on August 14, 2009 Written by ripitup

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“Kissing is a man’s business” – Gerry   (P.S. I love you, character portrayed by Gerard Butler)

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P.S. I love you, Gerard Butler and Hillary Swank. A wonderfully funny and sad love story.

Oh my God, how true. Having kissed men and boys, trust me; I know the difference. Boys think they know they

are getting it right and have no concern whether they are pleasing you or not.

Men on the other hand, know that the more you are satisfied, the harder you will work at satisfying them-

it is a win-win situation. It goes for kissing and everything else.

P.S. I should know. I did date a guy 12 years older than me. Was so much fun…

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When I heard Gerard Butler‘s character utter the sentence quoted, I was thinking “Hell, you are so right!!!”.

*** Gerard Butler: Oh, Gerard was born in 1969- which makes him a good 15 years older than me.

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Gerard, 300 times.

And add the sweetness and romantic qualities of his character, I would embrace that difference. And in the movie, Hillary Swank‘ s Holly meets Gerry when she is college and he is a musician. I guess we are supposed to assume a 10 year difference or something like that.  Whatever. Bring it on!

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P.S. I love you photoshoot. Damn, I want Swank's career.

***Richard Gere

Oh well. The name speaks for itself, doesn’t it? Pretty Woman might be fun but the story of a businessman + a hooker = fairy tale??  C’mon.  Seriously.  And I don’t really like his earlier stuff- I find them boring and him looking too neat. But when his hair is scruffy, he is wearing his jeans and just a shirt, he is passionate and a little rebellious, all I can say is Hallelujah!!!

Richard, earlier phases
Richard, earlier phases
Ain't maturity grand?
Ain't maturity grand?

Let’s see more with 3 examples.

*Mr. Jones: The lovely manic-depressive patient. 1993. Richard is 44 years old. Barely looking to be in his mid 30s. Longish hair. Impulsive attitude. No wonder his doctor falls in love with him.

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Richard Gere and Lena Olin in Mr. Jones.

*Sommersby: Jack Sommersby comes home 6 years after the war. Right after Jodie Foster shaves the beard, we have an amazing-looking man, who is fun,loyal and loving. Oh boy. Who cares if the guy is 20 years older??? 30??  I want him. (Gere, that is) right here, right now basically.

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* Nights in Rodanthe: 2008. Richard is 59. His character has fathered a son played by James Franco. Who do you want? Richard’s character Paul!! He has made mistakes and he is trying to amend them. He meets Diane Lane’s Adrienne. 4 intense days. Totally honest and open. Total attraction and emotional involvement.  I fell in love with Jack.

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Nights In Rodanthe starring Richard Gere and Diane Lane. James Franco has a small but important role as Richard's son.

*** Jeffrey Dean Morgan. 43. Ever since I saw him in Grey’s Anatomy, I want this guy.

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Whatever that comes my way really. One night stand, a serious make-out session, marriage, bed buddies…Oh,yes! I was seduced badly. He barely looks 35 and I like a guy who is older and looks younger than he really is. I guess we have already established that. In Grey’s, he was playing a patient who needed a heart transplant. He charmed Doctor Izzie Stevens (Katherine Heigl) with his good nature, funny self and good looks.

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Grey's Anatomy

She cared for him so much she risked her career to save him. My relationship with the show is limited with Jeffrey’s appearances as Denny Duquette.

Then came P.S. I love you. Oh when Gerry sends his wife to Ireland with his letters, he is a musician she runs across at a bar. All those good looks and the sexiness of vocals and guitar. Oh,wow!!!

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Jeffrey Dean, playing the guitar. He had to learn in a week.

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Below;  The Accidental Husband : Silly movie but Jeffrey was there and it was enjoyable. Oh, he played a fire-fighter.

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Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Uma Thurman in The Accidental Husband. The adversary is Colin Firth. The movie isn't great but I sure love the cast.

If you are thinking he only plays the good guy, please see the Watchmen. He is supposedly a superhero but he is more like a psycho in there. He is as good as a villain.

Jeffrey as the Comedian
Jeffrey as the Comedian

Got to love Jeffrey
Got to love Jeffrey

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Filed Under: For Fun: Celebrities, dating, relationships and everything else Tagged With: Gerard Butler, Hillary Swank, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Mr. Jones, Nights in Rodanthe, P.S. I love you, Richard Gere, The Accidental Husband, Watchmen

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