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Without a Paddle: Nature's Calling (2009)
Mediocre at best
I'll be the first to admit, I'm VERY tolerant when it comes to movies. I will watch almost anything at least once. This movie was no exception, and after the first movie (which I have to admit I liked) I figured there was no harm in watching this one.
I almost never say this... but, I wish I'd turned the channel. Seriously, that is saying a LOT for me. I willingly sit through movies that most people cannot stand. I knew from the start that this was not actually a sequel to the second as far as characters and events; but rather of concept and idea. I have no problem with that. My problem is, the things that made the first movie endearing to me (a halfway decent script, fairly likable characters, and a nice good feeling at the end) were completely missing from this one. Add in goofy CGI squirrels (such things have a proper time and place people, come on!) and it was bordering on unwatchable.
I will say, you just cannot blame this on the actors, because that part wasn't bad - the material they had to work WITH was the problem. This movie started off on the wrong foot with a shaky script. And the actors are really the only reason I've rated this even as high as I have.
Fushigi Yûgi (1995)
Almost too good for words!
I was lucky enough to get to see this anime before it even went mainstream. It's animation is beautiful and the plot is full of enough action and intrigue to keep almost anyone entertained. Some would say that this is a "girl's" anime but I know too many guys who not only have watched this and enjoyed it but would watch it multiple times. I've watched this anime at least 5 times in completion and would recommend it to anyone that is looking for action/fighting, romance, more fighting. The characters are memorable. You can't help but love them, hate them, or both! Watase Yuu writes characters that will stick with you long after you've watched this wonderful anime. It's music ties in with the story perfectly and is just as beautiful as the artwork. As much as I love this anime (it is my absolute favorite) I do think this is definitely more geared at adults. I can't say more then that without giving something away, but just don't count this one out.