The Opportunists (2000)

Victor Kelly (Christopher Walken  Catch me if you can, Deer Hunter) is an ex – con from Queens who’s out of luck running an auto shop that basically being driven into the ground. One day a mysterious Irish relative appears claiming he’s related to him. However, he is soon lured back into crime by he and two other eager security and, left without any options, he decides to plan a heist to rob a low – security bank.

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Deuce’s Wild (2002)

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Despite the slick and grim tone of “Deuce’s Wild,” Scott Kalvert’s attempt at a gangster picture is the worst film of 2002. And it’s likely one of the worst movies I’ve ever seen. We get a nonsensical, clichéd movie with a contrived plot and go-nowhere characters, all of whom are nothing but comical walking clichés with writers Paul Kimatian, and Christopher Gambale showing zero restraint in predictability. How do you waste such a dynamic cast on such a putrid waste of film?

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Eight Legged Freaks (2002)

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Admittedly, I was scared a little when I saw Dean Devlin’s name in the credits, but his influence seems surprisingly restrained and minimized only to special effects. “Eight Legged Freaks” is a loving and raucous homage to the fifties giant features and a rather great one at that. Rather than try to depict a stern narrative about a spider invasion, director Ellory Elkayem embraces the silliness and instead provides a pulpy monster movie with vicious violence, and some damn good dark comedy.

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Snow Dogs (2002)

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What happened to you, Cuba? The Oscar Academy should ask for their Oscar back. Cuba Gooding tries his hardest at physical comedy and shtick, but fails miserably. He often gives these off-key and ridiculous facial expressions, often looking like a fool. When he tries to be sincere, he also comes off as an idiot. The scenery looks so artificial, despite the fact it takes place in Alaska. Cuba Gooding Jr. (Jerry Macguire, Boat Trip) plays Ted Jones a famous Miami dentist who enjoys his commercial wealth and success.

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Knockaround Guys (2001) (DVD)

Knockaround_GuysI went into this movie with generally low expectations, I mean with a movie that was shelved constantly for nearly four years and re-shot numerously, I had no doubt this would be a flop. Those expectations seemingly helped this movie, because I was pleasantly surprised. Probably the most intriguing part of the movie is Barry Pepper’s character that wants badly to be one of the guys in the mob but can’t find the strength to pull a trigger. He pulls the Brooklyn accent off well, and never goes over the top. He’s a regular guy who wants to work like everyone else but can’t quite get past the name. He tough and intimidating and very likeable as well. Seth Green is his usual self but is likeable all at the same time; he’s annoying and irritating but he serves his purpose as the character.

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"House of a Thousand Corpses" Soundtrack (CD)

Artist: Includes tracks from various artists including: The big man: Rob Zombie, The Ramones, Buck Owens, and great spooky sound bites from the movie.

Tracks: 1. Howdy Folks  2. House of 1,000 corpses- Rob Zombie  3. Saddle up the Mule  4. Everybody Scream- Rob Zombie  5. Stuck in the mud  6. Holey Miss Moley  7. Who’s gonna mow your grass? – Buck Owens  8. Run, Rabbit, Run- Rob Zombie  9. Into the Pit  10. Something for your men  11. I wanna be loved by you- Helen Kane  12. Pussy Liquor- Rob Zombie  13. Scarecrow Attack  14. My Baby Boy  15. Now I wanna sniff some glue- Ramones  16. Investigation and the smoke house  17. The Bigger the Cushion  18. I Remember You- Slim Whitman  19. Drive out the rabbit  20. Mary’s Escape  21. Little Piggy- Rob Zombie  22. Ain’t the only thing tasty  23. Dr. Satan  24. Brick House 2003- Rob Zombie featuring Lionel Richie and Trina  25. To the house

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