It is rare that Gerry and I go to see a first run movie. We are so far behind on movies that the ones that Redbox has are first run movies for us. All you have to do is skip going for a year or so and then rent the DVD and watch it at home.
It is more reasonable that way since you don't have to spend $7.00 for popcorn, $4.50 for a drink and a small fortune to get into the theater. Plus, you can pause it if you have to take a break.
We broke all our rules and attended a viewing of the movie "Man Of Steel" with Larry Jr., Jane and Grant today. It was showing in one of those huge theaters with 14 screens and 9-10 different movies showing all day long. We thought it would be difficult to get tickets, but there were a number of seats available. We sat in the middle of the theater about 15 rows back from the screen and that was close enough.
The movie is full of action, fights, and fantastic scenes where buildings were destroyed en mass. All in all it was an entertaining movie and if you kept in mind that it was based upon a comic book hero, they did a great job. It did have a story line with twists that we hadn't seen before and that helped move it along. We agreed that it was about a 7 on a scale of 1-10, not as good as "Iron Man" but very entertaining. I almost made a serious mistake and brought my hearing aids along to the move. Trust me, they weren't needed.
There was one disappointment for Gerry though. This Superman didn't have his little curl on his forehead, but she thought he was very hot. She used some descriptive words that I can't put in the blog, but I am sure you ladies can fill in the blanks.
After the movie we had a nice lunch at Panera Bread and then headed over to Barbara & Henry's house to visit with them and some of the grandchildren. We watched the NASCAR road race from Sonoma, CA and it was one of the most boring races I have ever seen. The strategy revolved around pit stops and getting back in line and keeping away from a wreck. At least I didn't have to pay to attend the race.
Later we watched a new TV program called "Crossing Lines" on NBC. It was very interesting and looks like it may be something to watch. We'll have to keep an eye on this program and see if they continue to have good scripts.
That was our day, how was yours?
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We visited with our grand daughter and great grand daughter. But the must interesting was the twenty two minute tight wire walk across the Grand Canyon. Sure hope you two didn't miss it.
ReplyDeleteI saw it also--whew!!O our way to ILL. tomorrow. Hope we get to see Ron and Dee.
ReplyDeleteWhen do you plan on being back at the cabin Larry?
Linda, We will be here in Charlotte area until July 8 and then take a couple days to get up to the cabin. It will be a short stop there and then we will head for New York with our grandson Grant for his trip with the oldtimers. We plan on being back at the cabin by late July and then stay in the area for a couple months.
ReplyDeleteStop on by if you are in the area.