Now I (Angela) usually fall asleep watching children's movies. But I was at Walmart and there was a Redbox there. I just couldn't pass up a movie that costs $1 and has Natalie Portman, Jason Bateman and Dustin Hoffmann in it. I just couldn't. (And there were no other movies) So I rented Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium. I wasn't expecting much. Critics all hated it. Gary told me earlier that it was one I should rent and watch while he was in class (translation: "please don't make me watch that Angela") But, I had to see for myself. And can you say funny and amazing? I thought the writing was super clever and the story was great. Its got the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory feel and the magic of a christmas movie. And of course it delivers great messages too.
Mr Magorium: I've hired an accountant.
Molly: What?
Mr Magorium: Its a cross between a counter and a mutant.
Mr Magorium: Your life is an occasion, rise to it.
This part was just too funny.
Another blogger wrote that "it is everything good about movies." And I was halfway through the movie when Gary came home from class and he was laughing out loud during some parts with me. Its darn funny writing. Remember in Father of the Bride when he's running around the grocery store, having a meltdown and he freaks out about how hot dogs and hot dog buns never come in the same quantity? ("George Banks is saying NO!") Well that issue comes to light again in this movie. Its adorable. That about sums it up.
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It is so hard to find good movies now-a-days. There is so much filth in most of them. It is good to hear about fun movies that entertain. We are going to have to check it out! Thanks!
We'll have to check it out :P Thanks for the info :)
Too funny, Corbin and I are watching it right now for the first time! I will have to let you know, but it sounds good!
Okay I just had to tell you I saw the movie. Travis was reluctant when he saw the cover but he watched it with me. He said it was a good movie and we both loved the message. Cute pick!
I really enjoyed that movie too, Angela. I wasn't crazy about the ending, though. But I would definitely see it again!
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