The Darkest Hour Review: Great Concept Bad Execution

The Darkest Hour is the first alien invasion film in a long time that tries to steer clear of plots and effects that have been overused in so many movies before it. Director Chris Gorak gives us a new kind of alien and a fresh location that add to the excitement and suspense delivered. CGI effects are good and look better than the effects of a lot of bigger budgeted films. By using Moscow as the location, Gorak needs to be given credit for finally getting all the aliens out of New York or L.A. and the panoramic views and scenery are first rate. The plot of Darkest hour is simple yet effective. Aliens attack…

Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol Review: Tom Cruise Is All Action!

The fourth Mission Impossible segment called Ghost Protocol successfully puts Tom Cruise back on the radar again and solidifies his action playing skills. Over the top stunts that will have you cringing, if you are afraid of heights, and a beginning that looks like it would fit in as a climactic ending on most films make this movie a perfect Holiday treat for any action fan. Tom Cruise reprises is his role as Ethan hunt with a flair for the dramatic that most 49 year old men would cringe at, or at least be jealous of. This installment of the series brings a fresh perspective with the addition of a new comedic side thanks to…

Who Wins The X Factor USA 12-22-2011? (Live Results)

The X Factor USA results show is tonight and Josh Krajcik, Melanie Amaro, or Chris Rene will be the first winner of the US version of the show. Chris Rene seems to be the underdog here but he is original and has a lot of potential. He has had a few missteps this season but we have to say that he is the most original of all three finalists. Josh Krajcik has a voice that is like no other. His main weakness is that he seems more one dimensional than the other finalists because of his voice. Does he have the sway power with the fans? Josh could be a great “Rock” artist but today’s…

The X Factor USA Finale 12-21 Live Recap

X Factor USA is in the final two episodes and one lucky person will win the $5 million dollar grand prize tomorrow night. Tonight, the final three will have another solo opportunity and then we will see how well they do in a duet. Each contestant will perform a duet with an already famous singer. This will really put the pressure on Chris and Melanie because they are great by themselves but their style of singing might not be well suited for a duet. Josh should shine tonight with the duet. He is smooth and easy going so this looks to be a natural progression for him. Of course, anything can happen and we have…

Survivor South Pacific Finale Results: Who Wins Survivor For 2011? (Live Blog)

Survivor South Pacific will crown a winner tonight and we are live blogging the show so you will get all the latest results as they happen. Please be sure to keep refreshing your browser or checking back here after 8pm when the show starts. Tonight is going to be fast paced and there is still a lot of drama to come as we get the Ozzy and Brandon showdown on Redemption Island. The winner of that showdown will rejoin the final four on the main island. There will be two back to back immunity challenges and two eliminations to get us to the final three. Right now, we have Albert, Coach, Rick, and Sophie on…