Film #3: 21

Watching this film in the theater was a testament to NOT reading film critics' reviews before seeing a flick. At least for me. I read Emerson (Ebert's editor)'s review of 21 before seeing it, and that was a big mistake. Emerson (who I must regard AS Ebert because Ebert was out-of-commission for 21, I suppose) thought that the actual story as good enough to translate into the film, but the screenwriters changed too much and it came out as a cookie-cutter kinda movie. So I had that in my brain walking into auditorium 8.

Anyway, this is what I think, or first impressions
Cutie dudes: Sam Golzari (puppy dog eyes that make me want to CRY), Jim Sturgess (I sang "Hey Jude" to myself about 3 times during this movie. Across the Universe really sank in.), and, of course, Mr Spacey.
Reminded me of: Across the Universe, for one obvious reason (leading man), but also certain scenes with use of bright color. but mostly the obvious reason. And the Oceans' movies... obviously, the Vegas. And any movie where theres a mentor, the mentee revolts, gets a "hot chick", etc (see Wall Street)
What did I take away from it?: I realized that, although I love the way he does it, I hate it when Spacey plays a character like this (I'm being vague so as not to give away anything). I just always see him as Lester Burnham, lovable, pot-smoking, almost-pedophile. I still prefer roulette at casinos, and i don't even TRY to beat it.
What annoyed me: Ugh, I know it's Vegas, so its all part of the scene, but 1)I hate strip club montages. And club montages with the skimpy top montages. Come on. 1.5)There was some definite cheese present. 2) This was a pretty predictable movie, when you think about it.
But I liked it because...: I love Kevin Spacey, and all the acting was top notch. I love the Vegas. The movie was entertaining enough.
Quotable quotes: None that I can think of.

Also, this movie proves that I'm not that good at math. The oh-so-simple probability problem in the classroom?... I still don't get it.

All in all? 3/5, OR a netflix "liked it"

Anyone dig the new review format? Or do you guys prefer my mindless rambling as they come to me (see Rev:Why Did I Get Married?) I'm all about suggestions, people. And If I get no comments, I'll take myself out to my car and cry because no one cares what I think about the movies.