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Movies I'm Looking Forward To This Year

This is a good year for movies, at least if the sneak peek we've gotten is any indication. Here's to hoping they don't disappoint! Here's a short list of movies I'm looking forward to. I probably won't get to see them all in theaters. Boo! I need to get rich, I know. I'm working on it! Feel free to let me know what movies you're anticipating in 2012. In order of release dates: Cabin in the Woods : April 13th  I can't wait!   I agree. The Avengers : May 4th This better be good, am I right? The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel : May 4th  The Best reason to see this is the cast, I believe. I just can't resist these amazing actors and actresses. Of course it looks funny and charming, as well. I think it'll be good. The Dictator : May 11th Alright, so far I haven't been overly fond of Sacha Baron Cohen's previous film's. I'm crossing my fingers that this will be his best yet. Men In Black III : May 25th Please

I'm So Happy This Didn't Suck: The Hunger Games

Isn't it a relief when a movie you sincerely  want to be good doesn't disappoint? But I admit, I wasn't worried about "The Hunger Games". I've heard good reports, although nothing too raving. I estimated my grade for it before I saw it. Amazing, right? I guessed a "B". Was I off? Yes. For the most part, I can't complain about this adaptation. The cast is great, and I'm impressed with Jennifer Lawrence. I'm happy that there's a young actress out there who is talented, capable of carrying a role like this, and likable. And Katniss is not a character you want to miscast. I feel as if we need more strong female heroines who save the day, rather than a man always being the hero. So, I'm happy to say that she was right to play Katniss. I also like that Katniss is not perfect, and that she, like everyone else, needs help. She saves people, but they also save her, and that's the way it should be. Never forget to be realistic, eh?

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