Sunday, January 27, 2008

Skip "Rambo," go see "Juno" instead


61-year-old Sylvester Stallone is starring in the new "Rambo" movie this weekend. Check out this kill chart.

That is an unbelievable amount of violence for one movie. It is a celebration of death. No thanks. Instead, I am recommending a movie that celebrates life, in the form of a new baby. Go see "Juno" instead. You'll be glad you did.

"Juno" is a funny, heartwarming story of a teenager who becomes pregnant, decides to have the baby, and give it up for adoption. The performances are first-rate, including by all the supporting cast members. As a former Minnesotan, I liked that it was set in Minnesota, and liked the references to actual Minnesota cities and landmarks. It has been nominated for several Academy Awards, and truly deserves them. I have not seen "There Will be Blood" and "No Country for Old Men" and recognize that there is a place in movies for violence, but "Juno" is a story that everyone should be able to relate to. I may even take my 16-year-old daughter to see it.

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