bryanraym

Movie Buffs (snobs) will not be surprised by the stereotypical Hollywood ending, but the movie is not too bad throughout. Dakota Fanning puts on the typical scary little girl show to a above average level, and the cinematic action will make you squirm in your seat a few times. Therefore this movie isn't one that I would say you definitely need to see, but if you have some time to waste its a pretty good time. Also it gets bonus points for being a good date movie. The absolute worst thing about this movie is its lack of humor, though the dark overtones are necessary for a true horror movie there needs to be an element of humor(saving The Exorcist), even the Ring had its moments at the beginning with the two girls in the bedroom, this movie has no humor which makes us feel very little for the characters. This is the major downfall, but its still worth a viewing.

Is Orange County an academy award contender? No. Is it a teen movie filled with sophmoric humor? No. It is in the middle as i see it. It is a movie based on the lives of teens but is not centered around high school or college. This film reminds me greatly of Rushmore. It is a little less educated and looks a little more to the teenage boy humor. Colin Hanks is the least funny character in this film and that is why I like it. Because of such a great supporting cast, (Jack Black, Catherine O'Hara, John Lithgow,...) he is able to develop his character without having to resort to doing unnatural things with a pie. Jack Black very much carries the sophmoric comedy of this film. Although I believe he should be utilized more. In the end Orange County is not a great story. It is also not another teen movie. However it does pass for being a good way to spend your time.