Moulin Rouge! (2001)

Title: Moulin Rouge!
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hour 7 minutes
Release Date: June 1, 2001
Genre(s): Drama, Romance, Musical
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Baz Luhrmann
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor, John Leguizamo


Who would I recommend this to?
The world.

What is this about?
The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.

When would be a good time to watch this?
All the time.

Where does it take place?
Paris.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I grabbed the DVD at Costco when it came out and watched it everyday while we didn't have cable.

How did I like this?
Obviously, I am obsessed with this movie. The music is A+, the story is engaging, it's funny, and sad, and I cannot stop! El Tango de Roxanne is the bestest.

Have you seen Moulin Rouge? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Book of Life (2014)

Title: The Book of Life
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Release Date: October 17, 2014
Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy, Romance, Musical
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Jorge R. Gutiérrez
Starring: Diego Luna, Zoe Saldana, Channing Tatum


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone who wanted a less musical Coco.

What is this about?
Love conquering all, even death.

When would be a good time to watch this?
October 31 to November 2.

Where does it take place?
San Angel, Mexico.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I like death...and cartoons.

How did I like this?
I had forgotten about this one but I remember being really excited for it. This is exactly my animation style. The movie is so pretty! I wasn't sold on the plot at first, but once the death and despair started I was into it!

This would have benefited from NOT being a musical though. The handful of 30 second songs are not good and are distracting. Except for the one that Manolo sings to the demon bull.

Have you seen The Book of Life? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)

Title: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Release Date: August 31, 1975
Genre(s): Comedy, Sci-Fi, Musical
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Jim Sharmin
Starring: Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick


Who would I recommend this to?
Everyone should experience this at least once.

What is this about?
A young couple end up at a mansion full of antici.....pation.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Anytime is a good time to time warp.

Where does it take place?
The Frankenfurter mansion.

Why did I decide to watch this?
My friend showed it to me at 16 and changed my life.

How did I like this?
I love this movie. It's sooo fun, the songs are catchy, Tim Curry is a gift, and nothing else is like it. It's bizarre in the best possibly way. I don't love ever musical number, but it's definitely in my top musicals.

Have you seen The Rocky Horror Picture Show? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)

Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 26 minutes
Release Date: July 31, 1992
Genre(s): Fantasy, Comedy
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Fran Rubel Kuzui
Starring: Kristy Swanson, Donald Sutherland, Paul Reubens


Who would I recommend this to?
'90s fans.

What is this about?
A cheerleader learns that she is destined to protect humanity from vampires.

When would be a good time to watch this?
A Halloween slumber party.

Where does it take place?
Los Angeles, California.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I saw it on Starz and had always wanted to watch the show, sooo...

How did I like this?
This was delightful, cheesy, and fun. I wish I had seen this back in the day! Little vampire-obsessed me would have been all over this, but in like '98 or '99. Can we get a remake!? I guess I should watch the show...

Have you seen Buffy the Vampire Slayer? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Titanic (1997)

Title: Titanic
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 3 hours 14 minutes
Release Date: December 19, 1997
Genre(s): Romance, Drama
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: James Cameron
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane


Who would I recommend this to?
The world.

What is this about?
Star-crossed lovers on a ship destined to sink.

When would be a good time to watch this?
All the time.

Where does it take place?
In the middle of the Atlantic.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Originally, because I got the VHS as a gift and then I became addicted.

How did I like this?
Top ten for sure. I am absolutely obsessed with this movie. I wasn't actually interested when it first came out, probably because I was 7, but after I watched it...OMG. Still, to this day, OMG. I always cry even though I know what's coming. It never hurts any less.

Have you seen Titanic? What did you think?
I not, would you watch it?

Romeo + Juliet (1996)

Title: Romeo + Juliet
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hours
Release Date: November 1, 1996
Genre(s): Romance, Drama
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Baz Luhrmann
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes, John Leguizamo


Who would I recommend this to?
I legit thing everyone needs to see this at least once.

What is this about?
Boy meets girl. Boy and girl fall in love. Boy and girl commit suicide.

When would be a good time to watch this?
While studying the play.

Where does it take place?
Verona Beach.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I actually saw this for the first time in 8th grade English. Seriously.

How did I like this?
I was super shocked that we watched this in class and that it was so good! I went on to be completely obsessed with it! And I honestly do believe this is a great way to teach kids Shakespeare. It doesn't have to be stuffy and boring. It can be fun! It's so unique to use the original language but adapt it to modern times. GENIUS!

Have you seen Romeo + Juliet? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

X2: X-Men United (2003)

Title: X2: X-Men United
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hours 14 minutes
Release Date: May 2, 2003
Genre(s): Sci-Fi, Adventure
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Bryan Singer
Starring: Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry


Who would I recommend this to?
X-Men fans and action movie fans.

What is this about?
Mutants trying to live in harmony with humanity must fight bad mutants to save their own...and humanity.

When would be a good time to watch this?
When you have more than two hours for some action adventure fun.

Where does it take place?
Boston, somewhere.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I really liked the first movie and the cartoon.

How did I like this?
It's definitely action-packed and exciting! I didn't like it quite as much as the first, but these are clearly the superior Marvel movies.

Have you seen X2? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Ferdinand (2017)

Title: Ferdinand
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 48 minutes
Release Date: December 15, 2017
Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Carlos Saldanha
Starring: John Cena, Kate McKinnon, Bobby Cannavale


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone who likes animal movies with heart.

What is this about?
A sweet bull who just wants to frolic through the flowers is expected to be a fighter.

When would be a good time to watch this?
You'll need two hours...

Where does it take place?
Spain.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it looked exactly like something I'd enjoy.

How did I like this?
It is so cute and funny and mildly inappropriate and kind of heart breaking and...cute. Ferdinand is such a sweetie.

Have you seen Ferdinand? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Ever After (1998)

Title: Ever After
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hours 1 minute
Release Date: July 31, 1998
Genre(s): Drama, Romance
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Andy Tennant
Starring: Drew Barrymore, Anjelica Huston, Dougray Scott


Who would I recommend this to?
Fairy tale romance lovers.

What is this about?
The "real" story of Cinderella.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Anytime is a good time for story time.

Where does it take place?
France.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I have very vivid memories of seeing the previews for this on TV when I was little and being SOOO excited and totally obsessed with it and repeating "I shall try" every five seconds.

How did I like this?
I'm just going to say it...this is the best Cinderella movie. End.

Have you seen Ever After? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Edward Scissorhands (1990)

Title: Edward Scissorhands
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Release Date: December 14, 1990
Genre(s): Fantasy, Drama
Production Co.:  Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Tim Burton
Starring: Johnny Depp, Winona Ryder, Dianne Wiest


Who would I recommend this to?
The world.

What is this about?
An Avon representative finds a young man who has scissors for hands and brings him into her home.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Everyday, anytime. Christmas.

Where does it take place?
The suburbs.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I have been obsessed with this movie my entire life.

How did I like this?
It's my #1 favorite movie of all time, so that should tell you something. I never ever ever get sick of this movie and I have seen it countless times. It started my love for Johnny Depp and Tim Burton. This movie is just so freaking cute and odd and amazing.

Have you seen Edward Scissorhands? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Anastasia (1997)

Title: Anastasia
Rating: G
Run Time: 1 hour 36 minutes
Release Date: November 21, 1997
Genre(s): Animation, Musical, Biography
Production Co.: 20th Century Fox
Director: Don Bluth, Gary Goldman
Starring: Meg Ryan, John Cusack, Christopher Lloyd

Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone who has somehow not seen it.

What is this about?
The lost princess Anastasia is found as an orphan named Anya by a con-man.

When would be a good time to watch this?
November seems like a good time. There's snow in the movie...

Where does it take place?
Imperial Russia.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I don't remember the first time, but I likely thought it was another awesome Disney Princess movie. Now, I just love it.

How did I like this?
I effing love this movie. The soundtrack is epic. Bartok is adorably hilarious. Rasputin is a great villain. Did I mention the soundtrack?

Have you seen Anastasia? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Greatest Showman (2017)

Title: The Greatest Showman
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Release Date: December 20, 2017
Genre(s): Biography, Musical, Drama
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Michael Gracey
Starring: Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, Zac Efron


Who would I recommend this to?
The world.

What is this about?
PT Barnum. Yes, that PT Barnum.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Immediately. Then head to YouTube to repeat your favorite songs.

Where does it take place?
New York.

Why did I decide to watch this?
My mom has been obsessed with this movie since it came out and I like musicals. And Zac Efron.

How did I like this?
I am concerned about the fact that I never knew this movie existed until my mom started raving about it. Like, seriously? Why isn't everyone talking about this?! This is a FAR superior musical to Hamilton. There's actually an interesting story and likeable characters!

A+++ songs! Zac Efron is hella hot. I want that lime green dress Zandaya wears. I also want that pink floral dress Michelle Williams wore.

Wow.

Have you seen The Greatest Showman? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

X-Men (2000)

Title: X-Men
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: July 14, 2000
Genre(s): Sci-Fi
Production Co.: Twentieth Century Fox
Director: Bryan Singer
Starring: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen


Who would I recommend this to?
Sci-Fi Fans. Action movie fans. Sookie Stackhouse admirers.

What is this about?
Human evolution. Superhumans. Explosions.

When would be a good time to watch this?
When you need a little action in your life! Maybe date night?

Where does it take place?
Future America. Specifically, New York.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I remember watching the X-Men cartoon all the time as a kid, and I remember remembering that every time another movie was added to this series. Yet, I never watched any of them.

How did I like this?
It was fun! I was expecting action and excitement, but there were some unexpected humorous and heartfelt moments as well. I also thought this was a superhero movie, but it's not, which I liked. It's just superhumans doing superhuman things, rather than specifically setting out to save the world.

The special effects are kind of cheesy though. But I think that has more to do with age rather than them being bad. The technology is 20 years old, sooo...

I'm definitely left wanting more! Thankfully, there's plenty of movies to give an X for the A to Z Blogging Challenge for years to come!

Have you seen X-Men? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?