Kevo's Movie Blog: August 2014

About This Blog

Every week I will be reviewing one movie that I have recently watched and feel that it should be brought out to the world. These movies will likely be ones that are not mainstream or huge box office smashes, but ones that prove their existence within the cinematic world. All opinions are of my own and have no intellectual background to support it other than I have a degree in Marketing, which doesn't mean s*** when it comes to movie reviews. So sit back, relax the mind, and indulge in some interesting beef as this Mc sets upon a journey through the reels.

Friday, August 1, 2014

Kevo Makes His Return...

That's right, I'm baaaaack!

I took a break from my posts hoping to hear the internet go apeshit that I, Kevo, would take a break from writing. The same way that many artists do, such as David Bowie who uncharacteristically ended his career early before he hit major fame, only to be launched to the top after he came back from hiatus. It's a strategy that people use to gain popularity, and I was ready for it. After waiting for the uproar of the news and people's response, I came upon a realization. Wait for it.....

No one gave a shit.

Well that's the life of an unknown, under qualified, no talent clown who has absolutely no credentials to merit fame. Think of me as the male version of Kim Kardashian, but with a sex video no one would watch.

I don't know how long I'll be writing this time. Before I stopped, I had a good run. I have to credit my brother Tim for always posting my articles on facebook and having a good laugh at them. He always wanted to know when the next post would come out. Thanks brosif, you kept it going.

Tonight, there was no particular "a-ha" moment that made me want to get back into writing about movies. In fact, I've seen more movies and news after my last post that would have made a great read. As a matter of fact, lets review some of the major cinematic highlights since my last post, January 2011...

The Planet of the Apes goes back to its origins with new films

X-Men makes a comeback with a movie about its origins

Spiderman recaptures audiences by remaking it's origin film, only 10 years later...

Superman is redone, again, to do an origin movie....

Wait, I'm sensing a theme here. Lots of origin stories about our favorite characters. Lightbulb. Here's an idea. Everyone seems to love origin movies. Also, biblical movies seem to do well if done right (Passion of the Christ, Noah, Ten Commandments). Why not a movie about Adam and Eve? AN ORIGIN MOVIE ABOUT EARTH! Is that stupid, or just so damn smart no one has thought of it? I'll choose the latter.

You know what HAS happened since 2011 that should have happened a LONG time ago? Gary Oldman FINALLY gets an Oscar Nomination!!!!! YEEEEESSSS! Finally!!!

But he lost.

WELCOME BACK. Cue the music!

Ratings Scale

The ratings scale is based upon "Kevo's". It is a 5 point scale.

1/5 Kevo's: If this movie was a paper bag, you should do the following: Open it up, drop fecal matter into it, put it on your enemies doorstep, and light it on fire. At least you will get some satisfaction out of it.

2/5 Kevo's: If you have time to waste, and don't want to put any thinking into something, put this on your list. It is likely a poor plot, but may have a few decent moments.

3/5 Kevo's: This will usually be a movie that is known to be decent. Could be a good flick to catch if its around. Might be a good action movie that doesn't have much besides the action itself, or a hot actress to look at. Extra tidbit, if a movie has nudity, it just may jump to this rating, but only if it's good nudity, no manskin.

4/5 Kevo's: A movie that hits on almost all accounts. These movies are ones that should jump to the top of the list, but not ones that you need to grab immediately. Most of these movies will be known to many, but some may be surprises you haven't heard of.

5/5 Kevo's: Whatever movie you are about to see next, drop it if it's not already on this list as a 5. These movies are the cream of the crop. Top of the list. I will rarely give out a 5/5 because only the ones that I instantly fall in love with go here.

More About This Blog

My name is Kevin Ahearn and I have been a movie lover ever since a kid. My passion has only grown with age, and recently, with Netflix, I have thoroughly endulged myself.

I don't have any prior review experience except the ranting and raving I do with my friends. I read many movie review sites such as: Rotten Tomatoes, Joblows Movie Reviews, and most importantly IMDB. Every time I watch a movie, I immediately check IMDB for any interesting facts, and use it to find interesting quotes.

I hope to get a lot of feedback so that it can evolve into the best it can be. My basic set up will be to introduce the movie, post a summary, then move to a pro/con list. I do my best to practice an unbiased approach in life, and these reviews will be no exception.

The movies that I will review are ones I find interesting, inspiring, and unique. Requests are definitely something that I need because if it isn't a movie I have seen and is adored by someone, then I will go watch it.

My rating system as of now are "Kevo's". Yea, it's cheesy, but so is everything until it catches on. Go to the "Ratings" section to understand a little bit more about how many "Kevo's" make it worth watching.

I hope you enjoy it.

Special Thanks To

My brothers

Pete: Without your hard earned Dominoes Dollars to buy so many movies while you were in high school and college, movies wouldn't have been so easily attained. I still credit watching Boondock Saints BEFORE it became wildly popular because you were the first person to bring it to my attention You're still one of my favorites to chill and watch a movie with.

Tim: I wouldn't want to be left alone to watch a movie more than after a fight with you. Just kidding. You are one person that I can always count on to catch a stupid line from a movie that we watched together, especially the millionth time we saw Saving Silverman. Also, you brought me Mary.

Sean: Movies made you the easiest kid to babysit. All I had to do was pop in a movie, and within 10 minutes you passed out. It will be a parenting strategy I will use 'till the end. You are also always one open to hear me discuss a movie, even when you don't give a s***.

Mary: Your are like the Jesus to my Movie Bible. There was the old testament, in which I watched movies that everyone had seen and loved. Then you came along and gave me new inspiration. Chinatown, Primal Fear, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. All movies that I never would have thought to watch, until you showed me the way. One day we will write that script....

My IU buddies: There are so many of you to thank, but a group that I always trust. Ben, Nat, Mitch, Darrow, Sherrizle, Ando, Lemperis, Mills, Pundy, Cox, Chelsea, 716 (for all those dumb movies we watched just to laugh at), and more. All you guys watched countless movies with me, and ALWAYS provide amazing and hillarious discussions.

JP: Whatever movie you watched, I chose to ignore. Your terrible taste showed me the best movies to put on for my future young children, because they are ridiculous and tasteless. I kid.

Finally, my parents. You provided me with a great place to watch them, and the perfect couch to have girls to watch with, HEYOOOO.

Thanks to all of you. It has never been overlooked.

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