Collection ID 1265
Director: Jonathan Mostow
Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Nick Stahl, Claire Danes, Kristanna Loken, David Andrews
Genre: Science Fiction
Studio: Warner Home Video   Release date: 2003   Rated: R   
Language (Country): English, French (USA)
Summary: Arnold returns and he's pulling out all the stops! Another assasin is out to get Conner and one of his long-time "friends" and it's up to the new Terminator to keep him alive and well through Judgement Day. This presents a challenge seeing as how the evil android is about 100X stronger than him and the long-awaited Judgement Day comes in 3 hours! Will he suceed or fail his mission? And can Conner stop Judgement Day and save the Earth? Believe me, you'll be suprised at how it turns out! This movie is totally action-packed! There isn't one dull moment. One minute a car chase, an explosion, a cool line, someone dies, and the next minute the same thing! And Arnold's serious attitude makes him funny in some situations! For instance, he steals all the food out of a shop and- well I won't spoil it, but he's one cool G- for a robot. The fight scenes are really spectacular. Lot's of crashing and explosions. It comes as close to the Matrix Reloaded without using too much 3D as any movie can get! Same thing with the car chases, except a lot more fire. This has got to be one of the best continuing plot lines out there, along with The Matrix and Star Wars. There are many twists and turns in the plot, making this movie all the more fun to enjoy. I might go see it again! This is one adventure you'll want to go see again and again!
My Rating:
My Review: The third movie in the Terminator series. Arnold Schwarzenegger is back again. A blatantly opportunistic sequel. I think this movie would have been better off if James Cameron had directed it. Instead, we find Jonathon Mostow at the helm. Unfortunately, this sequel is flat and uninspiring. A fantastic, full-throttle action flick that is full of one-liners and comedic cliches, but lacking in any real depth of story. The best parts of the movie are car chases, costumes, and character continuation. The last fifteen minutes of the movie are the only redeeming part of the entire film. Kate Brewster's father directs the two protagonists (Nick Stahl as John Connor and Claire Danes as Kate Brewster) to crystal mountain, knowing that it's the only place safe in the event of a nuclear war. The best acting comes from Claire Danes, while Nick Stahl proves to be out of his depth.

Collection ID 1691
Director: Tim Miller
Starring: Linda Hamilton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mackenzie Davis, Natalia Reyes, Gabriel Luna
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Studio: Paramount Pictures   Release date: 2019   Rated: R   
Language (Country): English, Spanish (USA, Spain, Hungary, China)
Summary: The Mexican worker Dani Ramos is hunted down by the indestructible terminator from the future REV-9 that kills her father and brother and is protected by the enhanced soldier also from the future Grace. They flee from the unstoppable terminator and out of the blue Sarah Connor helps them on the road. They head to Laredo, Texas, where Grace has the coordinates of a possible support and they meet the T-800 that killed John Connor and is living in an isolated with his family composed by a wife and a son for a long time. The group teams up to try to destroy the REV-9.
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Collection ID 753
Director: Roger Corman, Francis Ford Coppola, Monte Hellman, Jack Hill, Jack Nicholson
Starring: Boris Karloff, Jack Nicholson, Sandra Knight, Dick Miller, Dorothy Neumann
Genre: Horror
Studio: Filmgroup, The   Release date: 1963   Rated: PG   
Language (Country): English (USA)
Summary: France, 18th century. Lieutenant Andre Duvalier (Jack Nicholson) has been accidentally separated from his regiment. He is wandering near the coast when he sees a young woman (Sandra Knight) and asks her for directions to Coldon, where he hopes to rejoin his regiment. But the woman doesn't answer, doesn't even greet him and walks away. Eventually she takes him towards the sea, where she disappears in rough water. Andre loses consciousness while trying to follow her, and is attacked by a bird and awakes in a house where an old woman (Dorothy Neumann) claims never to have seen the woman. After he leaves, he sees the woman again, and while trying to follow her, is saved by a man from certain death. Andre learns that in order to help the girl, he must go to castle of Baron Von Leppe (Boris Karloff), and when he arrives, Andre sees the woman looking out of a window. However, Baron Von Leppe is old and seems reluctant to let Andre in...
My Rating:
My Review: The Terror - Another lukewarm selection amongst the crud of a $10.00 horror compilation collection. In this case I ended up with one of the better movies in the batch. Better when compared to all the other movies; on average. It was o.k. - I liked it. Set in late 18th Century France, a very young Jack Nicholson plays Lt. Andre Duvalier, an officer in the French cavalry. He's a bit out of his normal jurisdiction when he stumbles upon an eerie castle as he makes his way along the southern coast of France. He sees a woman near a bluff and he attempts to speak with her. She eludes him, skipping off along a stream-bed, she eventually wades out into the sea, dives into a turbulent surf and the Lt. attempts to save her. When the Lt. comes to, she's gone. Following a nearby stream-bed, the Lt. discovers a castle hidden in the forest a mile or so from the coast. When the Lt. demands access to the castle he discovers a rather bizarre plot. Here an old man (Borris Karloff) is isolated in a moldy old castle, living out his last days in penance. A young woman is 'trapped' in the castle, and asks for the Lt's help. It seems that this young woman wants the Lt. to help kill the old man, so that she can live in peace? What about the creepy witch who lives in the woods and wishes to drive the Baron from his castle for some centuries old wrong he committed? The characters are diverse, the plot disconnected, and the production work shabby (a Hammer film). Thankfully Roger Corman is at the helm (as director) and he manages to bring some focus to this otherwise disjointed story. As the plot begins to tighten we learn about the long hidden secret which haunts this castle and it's occupants. The acting was o.k., but the story was difficult to follow and the footage seemed completely out of place. The direction was the only thing holding this movie together. I give it a 3 out of 5.

Collection ID 1439
Director: Roger Corman, Francis Ford Coppola, Monte Hellman, Jack Hill, Jack Nicholson
Starring: Boris Karloff, Jack Nicholson, Sandra Knight, Dick Miller, Dorothy Neumann
Genre: Horror
Studio: Filmgroup, The   Release date: 1963   Rated: PG   
Language (Country): English (USA)
Summary: France, 18th century. Lieutenant Andre Duvalier (Jack Nicholson) has been accidentally separated from his regiment. He is wandering near the coast when he sees a young woman (Sandra Knight) and asks her for directions to Coldon, where he hopes to rejoin his regiment. But the woman doesn't answer, doesn't even greet him and walks away. Eventually she takes him towards the sea, where she disappears in rough water. Andre loses consciousness while trying to follow her, and is attacked by a bird and awakes in a house where an old woman (Dorothy Neumann) claims never to have seen the woman. After he leaves, he sees the woman again, and while trying to follow her, is saved by a man from certain death. Andre learns that in order to help the girl, he must go to castle of Baron Von Leppe (Boris Karloff), and when he arrives, Andre sees the woman looking out of a window. However, Baron Von Leppe is old and seems reluctant to let Andre in...
My Rating:
My Review: The Terror - Another lukewarm selection amongst the crud of a $10.00 horror compilation collection. In this case I ended up with one of the better movies in the batch. Better when compared to all the other movies; on average. It was o.k. - I liked it. Set in late 18th Century France, a very young Jack Nicholson plays Lt. Andre Duvalier, an officer in the French cavalry. He's a bit out of his normal jurisdiction when he stumbles upon an eerie castle as he makes his way along the southern coast of France. He sees a woman near a bluff and he attempts to speak with her. She eludes him, skipping off along a stream-bed, she eventually wades out into the sea, dives into a turbulent surf and the Lt. attempts to save her. When the Lt. comes to, she's gone. Following a nearby stream-bed, the Lt. discovers a castle hidden in the forest a mile or so from the coast. When the Lt. demands access to the castle he discovers a rather bizarre plot. Here an old man (Borris Karloff) is isolated in a moldy old castle, living out his last days in penance. A young woman is 'trapped' in the castle, and asks for the Lt's help. It seems that this young woman wants the Lt. to help kill the old man, so that she can live in peace? What about the creepy witch who lives in the woods and wishes to drive the Baron from his castle for some centuries old wrong he committed? The characters are diverse, the plot disconnected, and the production work shabby (a Hammer film). Thankfully Roger Corman is at the helm (as director) and he manages to bring some focus to this otherwise disjointed story. As the plot begins to tighten we learn about the long hidden secret which haunts this castle and it's occupants. The acting was o.k., but the story was difficult to follow and the footage seemed completely out of place. The direction was the only thing holding this movie together. I give it a 3 out of 5.

Collection ID 98
Director: Gordon Douglas
Starring: James Whitmore, Edmund Gwenn, Joan Weldon, James Arness, Onslow Stevens
Genre: Sci-Fi
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures   Release date: 1954   Rated: Approved   
Language (Country): English (USA)
Summary: Nuclear tests in the desert result in the growth of gigantic mutant ants who menace cities in the American south-west as a team of investigators and the army search for a way to control their spread in this Cold War-era monster film.
My Rating:
My Review: A 50's monster film. This one involves a classic sci-fi, horror, theme - Radiated/mutated giant insects on a rampage! These mutant ants threaten the American southwest. The location shots and black and white camera work was great. Starring a great cast; James Whitmore, Edmund Gwenn, Joan Weldon and James Arness (who bears an uncanny resemblance in stature, features, mannerism, and speech - to John Wayne). Arness played Marshal Matt Dillon in the Gunsmoke series from 1955-1975), the acting was very 50s. A bit over-dramatic, but fairly well acted. The acting of Sandy Descher as The Ellinson Girl was very good - Until she opened her mouth. Unfortunately, she was saddled with some poor dialog. Screaming hysterically, her lines were... "Them! Them! Them!" Look for a very young Leonard Nimoy at appx 55 minutes in. He pulls a cable from a tele-type machine and has a brief conversation with a secretary about 'Texans'. Throughout this movie, I couldn't help but draw comparisons (favorably) to some of my favorite films - Alien and Aliens. Several scenes remind me vividly of the Alien series (and Aliens in particular). First there's the 'shell-shocked' Ellison Girl. A young girl is found wandering the desert, clinging to her damaged doll (who's head is empty - as evidenced by the missing piece from the top of its head). This Ellison Girl (with no name) has the same far away stare and mutism evident in the 'Newt' character from Aliens. She only perks up/becomes responsive when confronted with the threat presented by the Alien creatures which killed her entire family. In one scene there's the use of the term; "Stay Loose" and it's analog "Stay Frosty" in the movie Aliens. Police Sgt. Ben Peterson (played by James Whitmore) and Trooper Ed Blackburn (played by Chris Drake) are continuing their investigation at the scene of some recent carnage (Gramps Johnson's store). Night has fallen and the wind is picking up. Trooper Blackburn is fated to stay at the scene where one of the locals has been attacked and killed by the Alien creatures. As soon as Ben leaves, Trooper Blackburn hears the eerie chirping sounds of the Alien creatures returning to the demolished remains of Gramps' store. As Ed draws his gun, a feeling of dreads falls over us - I don't this is going to end well for Ed. In another scene, three people wearing fallout suits and gas masks descend into the underground lair of the giant ants. They're equipped with flame throwers, and they're on a 'bug hunt'. As they rappel down into the oddly contoured tunnels (very Gigeresque), one of them remarks on how the walls are cemented with saliva. If this isn't inspiration for Alien and Aliens, I don't know what is. As they begin exploring the area in their gas masks and air tanks they look like they're wearing space suits. A low lying ground fog is evident throughout the chambers. When they finally find the 'egg chamber', we're treated to a scene where there are several large egg casings. You can even make out movement inside one of the semi-translucent egg casings. As some of the eggs are unhatched, the leading female scientist then instructs them to destroy all the eggs. "Now, burn it." "What?" "I said 'burn it'. Burn EVERYTHING!" Following that command, they spray the eggs with white hot purifying flames. The windswept desert of Them! is present in the newly colonized planet in Aliens. The ants and their hives are obvious inspiration for the drones and queens of the later Alien films. The atomic 'What-If' theme featured in this movie was the progenitor to an entire genre of 'radioactive' monster movies. Although the special effects in this movie were primitive, the production value (in general) was very high. The sound production, sound effects, wind noises, and eerie score really helped this movie. The chirping noises that the ants made were very creepy. I can imagine myself isolated in a windswept desert at night, if I heard that noise I would probably shit a brick! A great movie all around. I give it a 5 out of 5.

Collection ID 886
Director: Gordon Douglas
Starring: James Whitmore, Edmund Gwenn, Joan Weldon, James Arness, Onslow Stevens
Genre: Sci-Fi
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures   Release date: 1954   Rated: Not Rated   
Language (Country): English (USA)
Summary: Nuclear tests in the desert result in the growth of gigantic mutant ants who menace cities in the American south-west as a team of investigators and the army search for a way to control their spread in this Cold War-era monster film.
My Rating:
My Review: A 50's monster film. This one involves a classic sci-fi, horror, theme - Radiated giant insects on a rampage! These mutant ants threaten the American southwest. The location shots and black and white camera work was great. Starring a great cast; James Whitmore, Edmund Gwenn, Joan Weldon and James Arness (who bears an uncanny resemblance in stature, features, mannerism, and speech - to John Wayne. Arness played Marshal Matt Dillon in the Gunsmoke series from 1955-1975), the acting was very 50s. A bit over-dramatic, but fairly well acted. The acting of Sandy Descher as The Ellinson Girl was very good - Until she opened her mouth. Unfortunately, she was saddled with some poor dialog. Screaming hysterically, her lines were... "Them! Them! Them!" Look for a very young Leonard Nimoy at appx 55 minutes in. He pulls a cable from a tele-type machine and has a brief conversation with a secretary about 'Texans'. One particular scene reminds me vividly of the Alien series. Three people wearing fallout suits and gas masks descend into the underground lair of the giant ants. They're equipped with flame throwers, and they're on a 'bug hunt'. As they repel down into the oddly contoured tunnels (very Gigeresque), one of them remarks on how the walls are cemented with saliva. If this isn't inspiration for Alien and Aliens, I don't know what is. As they begin exploring the area in there gas masks and air tanks they look like they're wearing space suits. A low lying ground fog is evident throughout the chambers. When they finally find the 'egg chamber', we're treated to a scene where there are several large egg casings. You can even make out movement inside one of the semi-translucent egg casings. As some of the eggs are unhatched, the leading female scientist then instructs them to destroy all the eggs. "Now, burn it." "What?" "I said 'burn it'. Burn EVERYTHING!" Following that command, they spray the eggs with white hot purifying flames. Throughout this movie, I couldn't help but draw comparisons (favorably) to some of my favorite films - Alien and Aliens. The little girl that I mentioned earlier is also featured in Aliens. Newt is a clone of the catatonic Ellinson girl, she's even carrying a busted up doll when she's found. The windswept desert of Them! is present in the newly colonized planet in Aliens. The ants and their hives are obvious inspiration for the drones and queens of the later Alien films. The atomic 'What-If' theme featured in this movie was the progenitor to an entire genre of 'radioactive' monster movies. Although the special effects in this movie were primitive, the production value (in general) was very high. The sound production, sound effects, wind noises, and eerie score really helped this movie. The chirping noises that the ants made were very creepy. I can imagine myself isolated in a windswept desert at night, if I heard that noise I would probably shit a brick! A great movie all around. I give it a 5 out of 5.

Collection ID 705
Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Barry Del Sherman, Dillon Freasier, Paul Dano, Ciarán Hinds
Genre: Drama
Studio: Paramount   Release date: 2008   Rated: R   
Language (Country): English, French, Spanish (USA)
Summary: Unmistakably a shot at greatness, Paul Thomas Anderson's "There Will Be Blood" succeeds in wild, explosive ways. The film digs into nothing less than the sources of peculiarly American kinds of ambition, corruption, and industry--and makes exhilarating cinema from it all. Although inspired by Upton Sinclair's 1927 novel "Oil!", Anderson has crafted his own take on the material, focusing on a black-eyed, self-made oilman named Daniel Plainview (Daniel Day-Lewis), whose voracious appetite for oil turns him into a California tycoon in the early years of the 20th century. The early reels are a mesmerizing look at the getting of oil from the ground, an intensely physical process that later broadens into Plainview's equally indomitable urge to control land and power. Curious, diverting episodes accumulate during Plainview's rise: a mighty derrick fire (a bravura opportunity that Anderson, with the aid of cinematographer Robert Elswit, does not fail to meet), a visit from a long-lost brother (Kevin J. O'Connor), the ongoing involvement of Plainview's poker-faced adoptive son (Dillon Freasier). As the film progresses, it gravitates toward Plainview's rivalry with the local representative of God, a preacher named Eli Sunday (brimstone-spitting Paul Dano); religion and capitalism are thus presented not so much as opposing forces but as two sides of the same coin. And the worm in the apple here is less man's greed than his vanity. Anderson's offbeat take on all this--exemplified by the astonishing musical score by Jonny Greenwood--occasionally threatens to break the film apart, but even when it founders, it excites. As for Daniel Day-Lewis, his performance is Olivier-like in its grand scope and its attention to details of behavior; Plainview speaks in the rum-rich voice of John Huston, and squints with the wariness of Walter Huston. It's a fearsome performance, and the engine behind the film's relentless power. "--Robert Horton"
My Rating:
My Review: Kim and I saw this movie in the theater. Screenplay written by and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, this movie is based on the novel 'Oil', by Upton Sinclair. It's a story of Cain and Abel. Brothers, balance, good and evil, yin and yang. It's a historic portrayal of the early days in the U.S. oil industry. Starring Daniel Day Lewis in the lead role. Lewis plays Daniel Plainview, a self motivated survivor, the protagonist and antagonist - his own worst enemy. Working as a prospector, he tries his hand at mining, and gets his start as an independent man in the oil business. He's a hateful, greedy man, a charismatic villain who seems far too focused for any mere mortal. Throughout the film there are numerous references to brothers, and the continual Able and Cain relationships move this picture forward with an intense, dramatic, impetus. As Plainview deals with rivals, skeptics, workers, family, and all those 'People'; we're reminded that the early days of American industry were not a kind climate. The oil, rail, and beef barons of America were not a loving lot. The acting in this movie was truly spectacular, matched only by the stunning screen-play and splendid camera work. Derricks of steel and wood are driven into the earth, black blood gushes forth, and the wounds mirror those of the helpless characters in this epic drama of ambitious despair. The last minutes of the movie bring testament to the title, provide a shocking ending to an unforgettable movie filled with outstanding performances (Daniel Day Lewis and Paul Dano), and a script that will leave many pondering it's finer points for ages. On a technical level the movie was perfect. The camera work, sound work, sets, costumes, lighting, editing, timing, you name it - Flawless production. The music by Johnny Greenwood (of Radiohead) was fantastic.

Collection ID 1395
Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Barry Del Sherman, Dillon Freasier, Paul Dano, Ciarán Hinds
Genre: Drama
Studio: Paramount   Release date: 2008   Rated: R   
Language (Country): English, French, Spanish (USA)
Summary: Unmistakably a shot at greatness, Paul Thomas Anderson's "There Will Be Blood" succeeds in wild, explosive ways. The film digs into nothing less than the sources of peculiarly American kinds of ambition, corruption, and industry--and makes exhilarating cinema from it all. Although inspired by Upton Sinclair's 1927 novel "Oil!", Anderson has crafted his own take on the material, focusing on a black-eyed, self-made oilman named Daniel Plainview (Daniel Day-Lewis), whose voracious appetite for oil turns him into a California tycoon in the early years of the 20th century. The early reels are a mesmerizing look at the getting of oil from the ground, an intensely physical process that later broadens into Plainview's equally indomitable urge to control land and power. Curious, diverting episodes accumulate during Plainview's rise: a mighty derrick fire (a bravura opportunity that Anderson, with the aid of cinematographer Robert Elswit, does not fail to meet), a visit from a long-lost brother (Kevin J. O'Connor), the ongoing involvement of Plainview's poker-faced adoptive son (Dillon Freasier). As the film progresses, it gravitates toward Plainview's rivalry with the local representative of God, a preacher named Eli Sunday (brimstone-spitting Paul Dano); religion and capitalism are thus presented not so much as opposing forces but as two sides of the same coin. And the worm in the apple here is less man's greed than his vanity. Anderson's offbeat take on all this--exemplified by the astonishing musical score by Jonny Greenwood--occasionally threatens to break the film apart, but even when it founders, it excites. As for Daniel Day-Lewis, his performance is Olivier-like in its grand scope and its attention to details of behavior; Plainview speaks in the rum-rich voice of John Huston, and squints with the wariness of Walter Huston. It's a fearsome performance, and the engine behind the film's relentless power. "--Robert Horton"
My Rating:
My Review: Kim and I saw this movie in the theater. Screenplay written by and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, this movie is based on the novel 'Oil', by Upton Sinclair. It's a story of Cain and Abel. Brothers, balance, good and evil, yin and yang. It's a historic portrayal of the early days in the U.S. oil industry. Starring Daniel Day Lewis in the lead role. Lewis plays Daniel Plainview, a self motivated survivor, the protagonist and antagonist - his own worst enemy. Working as a prospector, he tries his hand at mining, and gets his start as an independent man in the oil business. He's a hateful, greedy man, a charismatic villain who seems far too focused for any mere mortal. Throughout the film there are numerous references to brothers, and the continual Able and Cain relationships move this picture forward with an intense, dramatic, impetus. As Plainview deals with rivals, skeptics, workers, family, and all those 'People'; we're reminded that the early days of American industry were not a kind climate. The oil, rail, and beef barons of America were not a loving lot. The acting in this movie was truly spectacular, matched only by the stunning screen-play and splendid camera work. Derricks of steel and wood are driven into the earth, black blood gushes forth, and the wounds mirror those of the helpless characters in this epic drama of ambitious despair. The last minutes of the movie bring testament to the title, provide a shocking ending to an unforgettable movie filled with outstanding performances (Daniel Day Lewis and Paul Dano), and a script that will leave many pondering it's finer points for ages. On a technical level the movie was perfect. The camera work, sound work, sets, costumes, lighting, editing, timing, you name it - Flawless production. The music by Johnny Greenwood (of Radiohead) was fantastic.

Collection ID 354
Director: Bobby Farrelly, Peter Farrelly
Starring: Cameron Diaz, Matt Dillon, Ben Stiller, Lee Evans, Chris Elliott
Genre: Comedy
Studio: Twentieth Century Fox   Release date: 1998   Rated: R   
Language (Country): English, French (USA)
Summary: A man gets a chance to meet up with his dream girl from highschool, even though his date with her back then was a complete disaster.
My Rating:
My Review: Written and directed by a pair of brothers; Bobby & Peter Farrelly. Starring Cameron Diaz, Matt Dillon, Ben Stiller, Lee Evans, Chris Elliott and others. Here's a great romantic comedy. Letting the cast play themselves as 17 year olds was a bold move. In a way I liked it. On the other hand it was a bit odd. The actors are significantly older than the roles they were playing. The acting wasn't the best, but it was appropriate to the roles and genre. The story was great. Single, frustrated and still obsessing over a long lost love. Ted (played by Ben Stiller) decides to look up his lost love. He's simply curious as to how things turned out for her. He hires a P.I. (played by Matt Dillon). After some initial difficulty, he decides to pay her a visit. Along with a friend (played by Chris Elliott), he's soon caught up in tragic, comedic romance of embarrassing proportions. The laughs were big, the music great and the direction fine. The only problems with this movie? The denigrating treatment of women and people with disabilities. These Farrelly brothers seem to go out of their way to poke fun at people with handicaps. For some reason, they insist on making minorities and the disabled the target of their jokes. I don't like. Despite this unacceptable social treatment, I found this movie unbelievably funny, happy and entertaining.

Collection ID 1084
Director: Bobby Farrelly, Peter Farrelly
Starring: Cameron Diaz, Matt Dillon, Ben Stiller, Lee Evans, Chris Elliott
Genre: Comedy
Studio: Twentieth Century Fox   Release date: 1998   Rated: R   
Language (Country): English, French (USA)
Summary: A man gets a chance to meet up with his dream girl from highschool, even though his date with her back then was a complete disaster.
My Rating:
My Review: Written and directed by a pair of brothers; Bobby & Peter Farrelly. Starring Cameron Diaz, Matt Dillon, Ben Stiller, Lee Evans, Chris Elliott and others. Here's a great romantic comedy. Letting the cast play themselves as 17 year olds was a bold move. In a way I liked it. On the other hand it was a bit odd. The actors are significantly older than the roles they were playing. The acting wasn't the best, but it was appropriate to the roles and genre. The story was great. Single, frustrated and still obsessing over a long lost love. Ted (played by Ben Stiller) decides to look up his lost love. He's simply curious as to how things turned out for her. He hires a P.I. (played by Matt Dillon). After some initial difficulty, he decides to pay her a visit. Along with a friend (played by Chris Elliott), he's soon caught up in tragic, comedic romance of embarrassing proportions. The laughs were big, the music great and the direction fine. The only problems with this movie? The denigrating treatment of women and people with disabilities. These Farrelly brothers seem to go out of their way to poke fun at people with handicaps. For some reason, they insist on making minorities and the disabled the target of their jokes. I don't like. Despite this unacceptable social treatment, I found this movie unbelievably funny, happy and entertaining.