The Rum Diary

Quirky comedy set in early 60's Puerto Rico. Johnny Depp, a struggling novelist, arrives to work at the local newspaper only to find that rum , trouble and women get in the way. Starts slowly but Depp as usual gives a terrific performance and the Island photography is beautiful. Somewhat based on actual lifestyle of Hunter Thomas, the noted novelist. 3 bananas

Munger Road

Awful mystery/horror movie that no one should see. Terrible acting, stupid plot, dumb ending. Don't waste your time. 0 bananas

The Big Year

Owen Wilson, Jack Black and Steve Martin compete against each other in this comedy about bird watchers and how many different varies they can spot in a year --thus the title of the movie. Beautiful scenery but comedy is lacking but that shouldn't be surprising considering the 3 aforementioned stars. 1 1/2 bananas

Woman

Woman who apparently has lived in the wilds all her life is captured by pyschotic man who not only tortures her but also has something a lot more evil going on in his barn. Not for the faint of heart. Weird, gross and totally unbelievable but it had me to the end. 2 bananas

The Alien

Antarctic expedition finds frozen alien reptile that when thawed wreaks havoc on the scientists living in the outpost. It's a savage beast that replicates human form, to bad it couldn't blow up the movie. 1 banana

Take Shelter

Engrossing drama of small town Ohio family man who builds underground shelter due to nightmares of impending doom but isn't sure whether they are real or associated with his mother's pyschological problems. Intense drama builds to a surprising climax! 3 bananas

The Ides of March

Behind the scenes manipulation of two candidates running for political office. Clooney as the non compromising candidate and Ryan Gossling as his behind the scenes PR guy find that all isn't what it's supposed to be in this quick moving study of how candidates juggle for position and power. Great all star cast adds to this extremely enjoyable political potboiler. 3 bananas