Quick Catch Up

I've been MIA. Apologies. Here's a movie catch up for those who care.

Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work (Netflix): Surprisingly moving and genuinely funny, this documentary chronicles a year in the life of Joan Rivers. I found it fascinating to hear about Rivers early days in Hollywood and just to hear how long she's been around. Also, interesting is to watch this woman, who is nearing 80, refuse to give up. She literally can. not. stop. Still willing to do anything for a laugh, it is a joy to watch Rivers and realize that she really was a trailblazer for so many women comedians. I also enjoyed the quasi-rivalry with Kathy Griffin, who definitely owes a few of her Emmys to Rivers' influence.

The Adjustment Bureau: I actually really enjoyed this. Perhaps it wasn't the mind bending experience promised by the trailer but it was fun and surprisingly touching, if a little schmaltzy. Love the fedoras gentlemen.

Paul: As a stereotypical "geek" guy trapped in 5'1 girl's body I loved Paul. All the little sci-fi references hit every mark for me. I won't spoil them but man, I love a good meta reference. From the duo who brought us Shaun of the Dead, one of the few zombie movies I can tolerate, Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are great as best friends on a tour of America's greatest UFO sites. They meet Paul (voiced by Seth Rogen) and embark on adventure running from the men in black (a fantastic Jason Bateman). For more, I wholeheartedly agree with my friend Stephen.

Bridesmaids (sneak preview): I'm not technically allowed to review this as it was still a work in progress. I will write more when it's actually released. What I will say now is even with the editing it still needs, as all Apatow produced movies do, I was highly satisfied with this "Knocked Up" for girls. Also, Jon Hamm!