HEROES: REDEMPTION SEASON SNEAK PEEK

For those fans of the hit drama, Heroes, fans at Comic Con were recently treated to the new sneak peek trailer that features a lot of our new characters in the Circus, and after seeing this trailer, I'm officially hooked again, not that I wasn't but without further a due, check out the sneak peek to one of the best shows on television: HEROES!

I don't feel like sleeping so let's blog..

Well in case you couldn't tell by the headline, I just am not tired and am not ready to call it a night quite yet. I tried watching a movie to relax but that didn't help... I don't know what it is I just don't feel tired. Could be the fact that I have a million different things going through my mind right now. Ok, probably not a million but I have quite a few things that I keep thinking about over and over again.

But all in all it's been just a relaxing past few days as I have been battling this stupid cough/sore throat for like a week, but the worst is behind I think as I woke up this morning and felt pretty good, so hopefully it's even better in the morning. Got to see some of my old Lewis buddies this past Friday at Hooters and it was a real nice outing. Just feels good to catch up with people you haven't seen in forever and talk about old college stories and catch up on how things are in the here and now. Although it's not good to hear some friends bash the current state of The Office but I'll forgive them lol.

The weekend was a relaxing one as well. Watched Iron Man on Blu-Ray with my dad and we had the sound freaking cranked up, sounds amazing, and of course made me even more excited for Iron Man 2. Found out that I'm going to the YANKEES/White Sox game this Friday with a few of my buddies, one of whom I haven't hung out with in forever and I feel bad about that. But regardless the game is going to be a great time and let's hope my Yankees win it.

Finally went fishing again today as Julie and I went and we tried a different spot and that was quite relaxing, didn't catch shit, but we saw a bunch of cute little baby turtles just swimming around pretty close to land, so that was fun to watch. Then after we went to get Slurpees, and that was like my first Slurpee in at least a year and it was amazing, need to start getting those more.

Haven't had the chance to go on one of my walks in like a week because I haven't been feeling good lately, so I'm hoping to go tomorrow after work because it's been like a week since my last one and God knows I need to get back out there, hell I should rollerblade, so we might do that.

My radio show is back Tuesday and I can't wait because it's been two weeks since our last show and I know that our fans miss us and we miss them, so that will be nice to hear again this Tuesday during a special three hour show airing 12pm-3pm on 88.1 FM WLRA The Start or online at www.lewisu.edu/wlra

So that's what is new here in my life, hope you all are doing well. Where is the warm weather at also, I would like to visit my pool again soon.

Now it's time for bed, so night everyone!

TK

So some entertainment news anyone...

What I've learned over the last couple of days..

PIRATES 4 is expected to start shooting next year with hopes for a summer 2011 release

BATMAN 3 (SEQUEL TO DARK KNIGHT) Gary Oldman said that shooting is supposed to start next year with hopes of a 2011 release, but WARNER BROS. has not confirmed this!

Michael Keaton will be voicing Ken in Toy Story 3

Saw 7 is going to hit theaters next year, Saw 6 opens this October

WANTED 2, the sequel, starts shooting in two months with a release set for next summer. James McAvoy is back as Wesley.

New Alice in Wonderland teaser is out and it looks incredible!

So enjoy this tasty treat!

TK

So this is what I'm excited for...

I can't wait to go to Hollywood Blvd for the first time ever with two of my greatest and most strange friends later this month... SHANNON AND EMILY as we will be going to see Funny People. Now let me remind you all of the craziness that is Shannon, Emily and I know this to be very true and while we love her to death, her craziness is just awesome lol totally kidding Shannon. So Emily and I really look forward to seeing you soon!

P.S. Emily you drive with her this time even if it's raining out.

TK

Big day tomorrow

As I'm sitting here watching America's Got Talent, just had to say how excited I am for tomorrow to hang with some friends, drink a few beers, and by a few I mean a lot, and go see 10 yes 10 bands tomorrow at CRUE FEST 2: WHITE TRASH CIRCUS.

If that name doesn't get you excited, I don't know what will, so for those who will be there tomorrow I'll be in the lawn, so come visit and we'll have a beer.

TK

I just don't feel like myself lately...

Why is it that I'm sitting in my room right now watching a particular episode of Family Guy that I've seen a million times? My life has become a routine and it's really getting to me lately and I can't take much more of it. After working 5 days in a row (I had today off) it all just rushed at me and I think I might of had a mini melt down.

Friends and work right now have caused me some problems as of late and I just can't seem to take it much longer. I've been at my present job now for almost 9 months now and have made some new great friends there. One in particular I have become very close to and can tell her anything and I love her for that. It's really refreshing to have a new group of friends who share similar interests that I do. Our weekly thursday night bowling has become my favorite thing to do because we all have so much fun out together.

With some other friends I just don't know. I'm sick and tired of how certain people act and was really hoping their ways would change as they got older but apparently I was mistaken. I love when I ask questions and don't get answers.. I mean that it is cool right... no it is not! I'm sick and tired of being told how to act as well. You know I like the person I am and if others don't well then too damn bad. I'm not going to pretend I'm someone I'm not in order to gain the approval of others, sorry that's not how I was raised or who I am.

Well you know what I'm sick of it. I've been the 'nice guy' for all my life and ultimately what has it gotten me?

The more and more I think about it, I can't find an answer for that question. You know I've gone my whole life being nice and putting others first but lately it doesn't seem others are willing to do the same for me and I'm tired of trying.

Whether it's time for a new change of scenery or what I'm not sure but things in my life need to improve and while I fully realize it won't happen immediately I need to do something to fix it.

Thank goodness I have this blog to vent my anger and unhappiness otherwise I would go crazy.

So yeah, while this isn't my usual style of posting or topic, it had to be let out. So to those who read it, thanks.

TK

TK concert review: Def Leppard, Poison and Cheap Trick

Well mother nature wasn't about to slow down myself and the thousands who jammed into First Midwest Bank Ampihitheatre to see some of rock's biggest acts and as Queen says, 'The Show Must Go On.'

As the clouds and rain let up just minutes before the show started you knew it was going to be a good night and it was. While I didn't catch all of the opening act- Cheap Trick I managed to catch the last three or so songs and got to hear their closing number- Surrender, which is of course a rock anthem and the boys in Cheap Trick are still rocking it in 2009, let me tell you. They certainly surprised me in how good they were live.

Up next was Poison. Yes the bad boys of rock, well a few of them anyway are still tearing it up on stage. And for those who question my love of Poison, I have liked this band long before Bret Michaels became even more famous for doing Rock of Love, so on with the review. Poison hit the stage running and jammed out of all their hits. They played Unskinny Bop, Talk Dirty to Me and a tribute to our men and women in uniform, Something to Believe In, which was awesome. Of course they played Every Rose Has It's Thorn and their closing number had the whole place a rocking, Ain't Nothin But a Good Time.

It's good to see how these guys play on stage. CC Deville is a truly amazing guitar player live and Bret Michael's still sounds pretty good live. The whole band just knows how to jam and that they did and I think all would agree they stole the show, at least in my opinion they did.

Def Leppard was last to take the stage and they certainly came out to play the hits. They launched into Armageddon It, Satellite of Love, Hysteria, Photograph and even threw in two acoustic versions of Bringin on the Heartbreak and Two Steps Behind which were absolutely amazing. Sad that they weren't the regular versions but it is nice to hear two great songs in a whole new light.

They played Rock On, C'Mon C'Mon from their most recent CD and of course had every person in attendance rocking when they played Rock of Ages and Pour Some Sugar on Me. The British boys came out with my all time favorite Def Lep song by asking us all one question. 'Do you wanna get rocked' as they launched into the closing Let's Get Rocked.

As the years have continued to come and go it is a bit obvious that Joe Elliot, the lead singer of the group can not hit the high notes anymore but that really doesn't slow down the band, because for the band itself, they sure do know how to rock still and it shows.

TK side note-
Has anyone else noticed that First Midwest Bank Ampihitheatre isn't as loud as they used to be. It is two shows in a row where I have noticed that it isn't that loud, and for being at a rock show I expect to leave there with my ears ringing and that hasn't happened yet, but with Crue Fest 2 this Wednesday I better be deaf leaving.

DEF LEPPARD/POISON/CHEAP TRICK gets a 4.5/5 ratings

classic songs by classic bands!

TK

An update for you

Hello everybody, sorry I haven't had a new post since Wed but I've worked 5 straight days including all day today but just wanted to let you know I got some new posts coming tomorrow (Monday). One of them will be my concert review of Friday's Def Leppard/Poison/Cheap Trick triple bill and who knows I might have something else planned as well, so stay tuned.

TK

TK reviews Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

TK reviews Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Finally, and I mean finally the magical world of Hogwarts and company has made its way back into our lives. It's been since summer of 2007 since we've last seen Harry, Ron and Hermione and things at Hogwarts and with them have changed. We now flash forward to year 6 at Hogwarts and the dark forces are starting to take control.

This movie interestingly was given a PG rating while the previous installments were given PG-13 ratings, but lets get on with the show.

Dumbledore and Harry are shown at the beginning of the film being photographed after an epic battle with Lord Voldemort at the Ministry of Magic and Dumbledore's hand is now black after being weakened partially due to the battle. Together Harry and Dumbledore set out to find an old friend by the name of Horace Slughorn, an old potions teacher, who Dumbledore needs for more then just his teachings!

They find him and we discover that the dark lord and other death eaters have been trying to recruit his services but has refused to take such part. We discover that Slughorn is very envious of collecting his best students and adding him to his shelf. So as Dumbledore essentially dangles Harry in front of Slughorn to tempt him to come back, Slughorn can't resist and ultimately comes back to Hogwarts with them.

Back to the Weasley house we go and the gang is all waiting for Harry to arrive. Ron and Hermione of course are anxious to see their best friend but it is the all grown up and quite stunning Ginny Weasley who is most anxious for Harry to arrive. Harry arrives at the Weasley's house and together they all catch up.

But things in their world aren't always what they seem. Bellatrix and Narcissa (Draco Malfoy's mother) have shown up on Snape's door in order to seek his help. We are informed that Draco has become a death eater and that Voldemort has given him a task to accomplish this year at Hogwarts. Bellatrix isn't convinced that Snape is loyal to the Dark Lord and requests that he and Narcissa make the unbreakable vow. So Snape is sworn into keeping Draco safe from harm, helping him fulfill his task and if necessary carrying the task out himself.

Back at school, love/lust is in the hallways at Hogwarts as romances are starting to take shape everywhere and often. Ginny is in a relationship that ultimately upsets Ron and Harry but in a much more settle way. Ron who becomes Gryffindor's new keeper has found a new fame in popularity and attracts a girl named Lavender Brown, who becomes infatuated with Ron. Well of course Hermione doesn't take well to this and is visibly shaken up because of her true feelings for Ron.

This film excels at diving deeper into relationships that our main characters have, most notably to me the relationship between Hermione and Harry. They are best friends and the talks they have in this movie and the things they share with one another are quite moving and touching and they really do become better friends during the movie.

Harry who has now taken up the potions class that Slughorn teaches, due to Dumbledore's order to get closer to Slughorn comes across an old potions book that once belonged to the Half-Blood prince. In the book are tips and secrets that allow Harry to thrive in the class and easily become Slughorn's most prized student. So as the year moves on Harry and Slughorn begin to start to form a tight bond and it is because Harry seeks a memory that Slughorn has in his mind.
After an attack on Draco that left him hurt, Harry is forced to hide the book and is taken by Ginny to hide it. She tells him to close his eyes and she hides the book so that he is not tempted and it is there where we get our first kiss between Ginny and Harry and the start of a let's say long life together, perhaps?

Harry and Dumbledore after uncovering a secret memory from Professor Slughorn must now set out to discover the Horcrux's that Voldemort left behind. These 7 Horcrux's contain pieces of his soul and if they are all destroyed would lead to the destruction of Voldemort himself. So the two of them come across one but it is guarded by a mysterious liquid that Dumbledore is forced to drink but ultimately poisons him at the same time. They recover the Horcrux but not before Dumbledore is greatly weakened.

Upon returning to Hogwarts, Draco is waiting for Dumbledore and we learn that Draco is to kill the headmaster. Draco who throughout the movies has proven to be nothing more then a coward holds true to form and can't do it. It is then when Snape and Bellatrix along with some other death eaters show up and it is there where Dumbledore speaks, 'Severus please!' SPOILER ALERT!!!

Snape with Harry watching below speaks the killing curse and kills Dumbledore. Harry immediately chases after them and tries to attack Snape but he just bats away Harry's attacks and when Harry tries to use a spell from his potions book, we discover that it is Snape who is the Half-Blood prince.

The movie ends with Harry, Ron and Hermione talking about what is next for them and we find out that the three of them won't be coming back to Hogwarts next year but instead going after the remaining Horcrux's and to finish what Dumbledore started, no matter what it takes.

TK side note:

This movie for me has it all. I love how the film works around the budding romances the characters are finding themselves in and at the same time the evil they are forced to now confront and take on. This film is so laugh out loud funny as well you just get lost in the film and that is what I did, I got lost in it. It is an excellent film that is full of charm, love and sadness and with Harry Potter that is quite alright with me.

TK's rating- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood prince gets a 5/5 rating!

Best Harry Potter yet! Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 opens November 2010.

A TK busy week...

Well I am not lying my friends, I have a crazy busy week and it's going to involve the blog of course in some sort of fashion and it starts tomorrow.

Tomorrow I'll be posting my movie review of- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince along with my CD review of Daughtry's Leave This Town.

Also toward the end of the week will be another concert review courtesy of Def Leppard, Poison and Cheap Trick who I'll be seeing Friday and I am stoked for!

So check back tomorrow for my review of HP 6 along with Daughtry review and of course concert mania toward the weekend.

TK reviews Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd Rock and Rebels Tour 2009

Well kids finally yours truly got to see and experience the all mighty power of the southern rock legends, Lynyrd Skynyrd. And yes their was Kid Rock also but lets start with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends.

Lynyrd Skynyrd was the night's opening act and they dove right into all of their classics. They played Gimme 3 Steps, That Smell, Sweet Home Alabama, Call me the Breeze, and of course FREEBIRD!

I felt like a little kid again getting to hear this song for the first time because oh yeah it was truly orgasmic, yes orgasmic. Their is nothing like the power of Freebird my friends and the boys delivered. They sounded very good and on point and it was truly a weird feeling to see them live and here's why. The band which has suffered tragedy during it's prime hay day is survived by some old members and some of newer ones who have filled in over the years.

But to hear some of these songs in today's age is truly an experience for the ages. Hearing Freebird live is something everyone needs to experience at least once in their life because it is one of those songs that just is amazing. Major kudos to the boys in Skynyrd for knowing how to still put on a killer rock and roll show.

Kid Rock I have to admit knows how to give credit where credit is due. He pays so much tribute to those who have came before him and incorporates that into his show. He knows that without those guys he wouldn't of become what he is today and that's a great entertainer. He knows how to put on a good rock and roll show and his job last night was well received by the audience at the First Midwest Bank Amphitheater and he even had a surprise guest come on stage as well.

During his song Picture, the one and only Sheryl Crow joined Kid on stage for a great duet of that song. One of my favorites it was a real treat to have it sung by the two who made the song a true classic in my opinion. It is a song full of emotion and those are the ones I love best. But of course this is a rock and roll show and he belted out some of his big rock hits including, Rock and Roll Jesus, Amen, All Summer Long, Cowboy and of course Bawitdaba. He just unleashed his inner rock god on those songs and the performances were amazing.

I don't know if its just me but the sound system last night wasn't as loud as I was expecting so that was the only disappointing part but the show itself was tremendous. Skynyrd and Kid Rock are true professional and classy rock acts and it was a true treat for any rock and roll fan.

Rock and Rebels Tour 2009- 4/5 stars

TK

TK reviews 'Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs'

TK reviews 'Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs'

You're never too old to go see a kid's movie, at least that's my thinking anyways. After loving, yes loving the first two films in the Ice Age franchise, I figured there was no way I was missing out on the third film entitled: Ice Age 3 aka Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs.

The original ensemble including Ray Romano as Manny, Denis Leary as Diego and of course John Leguizamo as everyone's favorite sloth Sid were all back for thirds in this film. Queen Latifah was also back as Ellie, and the two possums were back as well, so the gang is all here. But all things considered Ice Age 3 is a pretty solid movie but not as good as the first two were.

In the film our strange herd are all facing separate and difficult life changes. Manny and Ellie are expecting a baby while Diego feels he is losing touch with his inner self and feels like it is time for him to move on and to fulfill his own life's calling. Sid, well he is Sid and is annoying anything that comes in his path and wants to become a father very badly.

Sid being as bright as he is, just kidding of course, accidentally falls through a patch of ice and discovers three mysterious eggs buried deep beneath the snow and ice. Well being the guy that Sid is he takes the three eggs back with him and ultimately decides that he is now the eggs mother and will look after them. Well Manny and Ellie warn Sid that this is a bad idea and that he should return the eggs back immediately because they know someone is going to be out looking for their missing eggs.

Well Sid of course doesn't return the eggs and then a few days later they hatch and sure enough, yep, they are three baby dinosaurs. Sid of course falls in love with them and them with him but things go crazy when the mama dinosaur comes looking and she isn't happy. She finds them and Sid and carries them all back to their world and it is up to Manny and Ellie to save Sid from a certain death that awaits him.

The story of their journey is very challenging to everyone because Manny is worried about his new baby and Ellie around every turn and must protect them because they just went from being the biggest things on Earth to the smallest creatures in the world of the dinosaurs. They are guided by Buck who is a creature of great mystery and adventure and leads them on a journey that takes them deep into a new mysterious world.

The humor in the film is plenty and still is for kids and adults of all ages. Sid and Buck provide most of the film's humor but it is the story of compassion that I really seemed to enjoy the most because Manny has gone through so much in these films and to see him become a father is something quite special to watch. Together they all must fight off dinosaurs of all sizes to rescue Sid and with Diego returning to help out the herd is at full strength.

The movie does a good job at telling this story and wraps up the three films pretty well and while it doesn't set up a potential fourth film in the series, you wouldn't mind seeing one now that we have some new characters to possibly explore further with either.

Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaurs gets a 3.5/5

TK

Some green movie news...

Sorry for the dumb title, but I promise this news is exciting, well at least for me. Ryan Reynolds yes the Ryan Reynolds has been hired to star in The Green Lantern. I think this is very exciting news because the dude has shown he can play a pretty kick ass hero/bad guy and I think he should do very well for himself in this movie and it will be interesting to see how he can compare to the recent big superhero/actor combos such as Bale/Batman, Routh/Superman.

The film is being directed I want to say by the man who directed Casino Royale so the film should be surrounded by people who know how to make a good product. Filming is set to begin in Jan 2010 with a Summer release scheduled for 2011.

So don't screw up Ryan Reynolds, but yeah can't wait to see him as the Green Lantern.

TK

TK reviews Brad Paisley's 'American Saturday Night' Album

Well ladies and gents, it's time for another classic album review brought to you by yours truly and this time it comes courtesy of country guitar God, Mr. Brad Paisley. His 8th studio album continues to solidify his status as one of country's biggest superstars and his style definitely comes through on all of the albums tracks.

The album mixes some great traditional Brad Paisley guitar riffs and incorporates some of the softer songs that he is famous for. Most notably and in my opinion the best song on the album is the first single from the record, the number one smash hit, 'Then.' The ballad is just a great song and it's message is just so true and clear and it's something that anyone can say they relate to or have experienced.

Other jams on this album include- 'Welcome to the Future,' 'American Saturday Night,' 'Water' and one of the most catchiest songs I've heard in recent memory- 'Catch all the fish' that will surely have concert goers everywhere singing this summer, when he takes the 'American Saturday Night' tour across the states.

But for fans of the softer songs, Brad has got those on here as well, and man does he know how to write great songs with an ever better message. 'Everybody's Here,' the song about Mrs. Paisley, 'She's Her Own Woman,' and the great song about his first song called 'Anything Like Me' are all down to earth songs that have terrific messages and you can tell are very personal to Brad.

The album doesn't have a bad song on it and the flow and mixture of the way the songs are arranged on the album keep you rocking the whole time. 'American Saturday Night' is everything a fan of BP has come to expect. His style and signature guitar playing is featured on almost every track and it all just works very well.

I know I can't wait to see him for the first time this August when he rolls into town with Dierks Bentley and Jimmy Wayne for the good ol fashioned 'American Saturday Night Tour.'


Brad Paisley's American Saturday Night Album rating- 4/5 stars


TK

It's back ladies and gents... a TK RANT...

So I was just flipping through the channels and came across Showbiz tonight and they were airing an interview from Peter King NY Congressman who just totally verbally bashes him. Are you kidding me here sir? He calls him a child molester, a pervert and says the world doesn't need to devote it's attention to him. Sir, I don't know who you are but you need to shut the hell up.

I understand we all have our right to free speech but this man is ridiculous. The man is a musical genius and this is how he should be remembered by, and for you some arrogant jackass to come out and say this, is completely out of line. The world should care about the work of Michael Jackson and while I fully understand that there are bigger issues we should be concerned with, the world doesn't always have to be so serious, because let's face it, we're not.

There comes a time in all of our lives where an icon of the entertainment industry will pass away and Michael Jackson was an icon and for this man to come out and call him these labels is just utterly pathetic and disrespectful. So to you Peter King, why don't you shut your mouth and let the country remember one of it's greatest if not it's greatest single entertainer any of us have ever seen.

TK

Happy 4th of July from St. Joe's Michigan

Decided to take a little break real quick from putting together fire works with my cousin Bob to say Happy 4th of July from my Uncle Mike's house. We are having a great time and just wanted to wish all a great Happy Independence Day!

Make it a good one

TK

TK reviews 'Public Enemies'

TK's Review of Public Enemies

Well there comes a role in an actor's career that they will be remembered for ever by and for the already legendary Johnny Depp who has touched the hearts of millions worldwide, his performance as legendary bank robber, John Dillinger, might go down in history. Depp plays Dillinger to perfection. His mannerisms and the way he dives into the character really come across on screen and it's mesmerizing to watch as a spectator.

Depp's performance drives the movie and you really become attached to this man who wanted to live life like it was his last day and he wasn't afraid to get what he wanted, no matter what stood in his way. Dillinger was an American Hero back in the latter years of the Great Depression and that is exactly how he is portrayed by Depp in the film 'Public Enemies.'

Agent Melvin Purvis, played by Christian Bale is just an additional treat in the film. He is appointed as lead agent at the Bureau of Investigation whose sole priority is to track down public enemy one- John Dillinger. Purvis' character is a very dynamic one who goes through a lot of turmoil in the movie. Just when he thinks he is able to pin point Dillinger, he is always outsmarted and left wondering how he got past his fingertips.

While Depp and Bale do only share one scene on camera together in this near two and a half hour long movie, it still will give you chills. These are two of the most iconic actors in Hollywood right now and the scene they share in the film is a classic. Dillinger questions Purvis what keeps him awake at night and when it's Purvis turn to ask Dillinger, Dillinger calmy replies, 'Coffee.'

The action in this movie is classic/vintage gangster if you want my honest opinion and it's not elaborately drawn out either. It's simple just like I'm sure it was back then. Cool machine guns, plenty of hand guns and of course cool fast cars to plan your escape in. The costumes and scenery also need to be pointed out because they looked absolutely vintage as well. They really give you the feeling that you're standing right alongside Dillinger and his crew as they are about to break into the bank.

Marion Cotillard is sensational as Dillinger's girl, Billie. She is dynamic and mesmerizing in her very own right as the girl who captures Dillinger's heart. Every scene she is in is compelling and none more so then when she is being interrogated by the Chicago Police. It left me feeling chills after seeing the scene because she is going through such hell and torment to protect the man she loves.

The ultimate struggle that the Bureau go through just to capture John is fascinating. He is always one step ahead of them and the escapes are quite amusing to watch and the way he does it will have you chuckling a few times. The movie might feel a little long at times but it doesn't take away anything from the message of the film.

Depp has cemented himself in my eyes as the world's greatest actor alive and this performance will hopefully earn him some Oscar recognition home next year. Depp and Bale along with Cotillard show that good actors put in the right film can lead to a modern day classic, and I truly believe that is what 'Public Enemies' is and will become. The tale of how one man compelled the nation and how he lived life with no regrets and no fear has kind of gone by the wayside in a troubling culture like today's.

This movie offers us something refreshing and classic to fall in love with. It's not everyday you go to the movies and end up routing for the bad guy to come out on top right? 'Public Enemies' is a film that everyone should at least check out once because it's film making at it's best. Michael Mann the director laid out the story perfectly and his actors did the rest. Dillinger will always be remembered for doing what he wanted when he wanted. “I like baseball, movies, fast cars, whiskey and you. What else do you need to know?”

TK's rating of 'Public Enemies'- 4.5/5 stars

TK's July Movie Preview

Well June did not disappoint my friends. The Hangover, Up, Transformers, all in all I'd say a great month of movies and July is shaping up to be great as well. We have a couple of franchises getting back into the spotlight with Ice Age 3 and the latest Harry Potter installment along with a brand new gangster movie and some comedies that should have audiences falling out of their chairs. So leave it to me do break down July's biggest movies that you most certainly won't want to miss. So here are the movies you will want to make sure to check out this July!

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (July 1)

TK's take: Well personally I'm excited for this movie, because I've been very pleasantly surprised by the first two films in this franchise. All the original characters are back with the original voices and we have some new characters this time as well. Sid, Manny and Diego along with Ellie and company discover that they are not the only species on Earth as sure enough they uncover the land of dinosaurs. From there you can rest assure that an epic journey awaits our clan of funny animals as they must set out to figure out what is going on in their world. This movie should do quite well at the box office and draw in a huge crowd maybe even more then the first two because this one is actually in 3-D as well, so if it's 3-D sign me up. Ice Age should do quite well in the younger area but for fans of the first two flicks this definitely looks like one you will want to check out.

Public Enemies (July 1)

TK's take- Depp and Bale! I'm sold. Really that's all I need to type and say about this movie because I'm not going to sugar coat it, it looks freaking amazing! Based upon John Dillinger one of America's most infamous bank robbers, Johnny Depp gives what looks to be an amazing performance about a man who wanted it all and just went ahead and took it. Agent Purvis played by Bale is hired to go after Dillinger and put the man behind bars to be executed. Filmed in parts of Chicago and downtown Lockport this movie is sure to become a big hit in the Chicago area and of course world wide. The team of Depp and Bale is certainly going to be having audiences selling out theaters relatively easy and I for one will be there on opening night for this movie which is sure to become an instant classic, and that is something you can take to the bank!

Bruno (July 10)

TK's take- Well at first I must admit I didn't care at all to go see this movie but after seeing the trailers for like the millionth time, I must admit I'm now kind of curious. The latest creation from Sacha Baron Cohen has him this time around playing a gay man. You can bet there will be raunchy humor filled with unthinkable wtf moments but that is what has made Cohen the man he is. Borat went on to become a big hit and Bruno I expect won't have the same type of success but should do well at least in the box office. The only thing that will hurt it is, that it is opening in the middle of some powerhouse movies so that will diminish some of it's box office dollars. Bruno should provide some laugh out loud moments but I'm not so sure I'll be rushing to see this one on opening night.

I Love You Beth Cooper (July 10)

TK's take- Hayden Panettiere is my girl, so that along makes me want to see this movie. But in all honestly this movie looks to be just one that should be fun to go see with a group of friends. It's all about the friends and comedy in this movie that has a guy who is ultimately a nobody confess his love to the most popular girl in his school on their graduation and together they set out on what is going to be the best night of his life. The trailers have shown that this movie has some promise and quite a few laughs and some very revealing Hayden moments, so you know it's going to be good. The movie probably won't rake in the big dollars at the box office, but it looks to be a movie that should provide you with a good feeling inside after watching it.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (July 17)

TK's take- HARRY POTTER! Yeah he is back and it's about damn time. It's been quite a long time since we last visited the world of magic and this time around it's going to get a lot more intense during our sixth year at Hogwart's. Harry along with Hermoine and Ron discover a secret journal that belongs to the Half-Blood prince and of course the three's sense of adventure and desire to uncover this secret kicks in and takes them on an adventure that they will never forget. The book is adrenaline and action packed and I expect this movie to blow the previous HP movies out of the water. There will be moments that make us all laugh and one in particular that will have us all crying. HP 6 is sure to be a huge cash machine during it's 5 day period and will be interesting to see if it can perform as well as Transformers did in June. One thing I can say for sure is- who is with me for the midnight showing? See you there!

Funny People (July 31)

TK's take- Sandler, Rogen and Jonah Hill not to mention Leslie Mann and some of the other kings of comedy movies lately, I'm in. This movie looks to be rather promising and I hope it's as good as the trailers have made it out to be. Sandler is a stand up comedian/actor who is told he has a short time to live and it is then when he befriends another comedian- Rogen and the two develop a bond that is quite strong. They start to do everything together and it is then that Sandler realizes he wants more in his life and goes after the woman he loves, Mann whose currently married to Eric Bana's character. The movie should have some great one liners and the improve that Sandler and Rogen do off one another should be quite good. I for one expect big things from this movie and will definitely be there on opening night.

TK's Movie Most Worth Seeing: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
TK's Movie Most Interested in Seeing: Public Enemies

Other Notables:
G-Force (July 24)
The Ugly Truth (July 24)
Aliens in the Attic (July 31)

See you guys at the movies!

TK

TK's Top 10 Female Hottie Countdown: Numbers 2 and 1

Alright my friends, 8 ladies have come and gone and it's all led up to this my friends. The top two spots are all that remains in this historic countdown and I don't want to keep you pacing back and forth any longer. So with all due respect to the previous ladies I've mentioned it's time to get down to the basics and unveil my top two ladies in the sad but exciting conclusion to my Top 10 Female Hottie Countdown.

Number 2- Leighton Meester

The girl just is what sexy is and always will be. She has the body that is something out of ancient times and a face that gets me going every time I see her. She is most recognized from her work on the CW's Gossip Girl where she plays the very seductive, sexy and manipulative Blair who isn't afraid to get what she wants and with looks like that, I'll do whatever she wants no matter what it would take.

She just oozes sexuality and I just can't help myself. She to me has the best body on anyone I've had on this countdown and I'll argue it with anybody. Her career is just taking off as she has just signed a music contract and is recording her debut album. I don't know if the girl can sing or not but I'll tell you one thing, she has the looks of a superstar that is going to be hot for a very very long time.

So Leighton keep on rocking those looks girl, because you are one super sexy smoking hot girl who let's hope we see a lot more of in the future and soon please.

Now it's time to unveil the number one girl of my Top 10 Female Hottie Countdown!


Number 1- Rachel McAdams

Oh my God, the sexiest woman on the face of the Earth is no longer a secret. I love this woman, yes love her. While I haven't seen her entire body of work, most notably The Notebook, I have fallen in love with this girl ever since I saw her in Wedding Crashers and The Family Stone. She has the face of an angel and it makes my heart beat fast every time I see her. She to me is what an all-american girl should look like.

She comes across as such a laid back girl and that's what I love about her, granted she could be the complete opposite but to me that's what I'm going with. She is just so sexy and beautiful and that's not always something that comes easily but she makes it look so easy. She is an extremely talented actress and doesn't have to rely on her looks to get roles because the girl is talented.
So yes, Rachel McAdams earns the top spot on this countdown and it was really a no brainer. She is sexy, talented and beautiful all wrapped into one gorgeous body!


So it wouldn't be a proper list if I didn't list the girls who didn't quite make the cut so here are some of the honorable mentions.


Honorable Mentions:
Kaley Cuoco
Kristen Bell
Keira Knightley
Amanda Bynes
Kate Beckinsale
Eva Longoria


TK