When it comes to movies, I can see where I come across as a bit of a jerk. In the past, I’ve accused Roland Emmerich of international terrorism (twice), Harry Potter movies of insidious Britishness and Michael Bay of not understanding the sounds and shapes that make up the world as we know it.
So, yeah, maybe I’m equal parts film alarmist and snob. And you know what? I’m trying to become a better man.
But, then I have to sit through previews for:
- Another remake of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.
- Another unsettling motion capture flick from Robert Zemekis.
- Jim Carrey embracing his inner Eddie Murphy … and Eddie Murphy … and Eddie Murphy.
All in one movie. (F#%k off, self-improvement.)
That’s right, coming this November, the worst elements of modern film, brought to you by the most repetitive actor in comedy and Disney are going to force you to sit through Charles Dickens’ most boring morality tale, yet. Continue reading Take it from Snee: Dickens couldn’t take this