So...That's Green Lantern?

If you haven't seen the image of Ryan Reynolds as Green Lantern before, there it is on the right.

I don't love it. I don't even like it, really. But I don't hate it, either.

From what can be seen in the image, it seems to be solid green (other than the symbol) with texturing that is supposed to constantly reinforce to the viewer that it is an energy construct threaded together from hard light.

One of the most basic points of honest-to-goodness iconic super-hero costume design, IMO, is keeping it to 2-3 colors. The best (read: easiest to get right) combinations are generally some balanced mixture of black, white and another color. Most of the costumes that are busier than that or select colors that aren't as natural together succeeded because they were introduced in different/simpler times and have been ingrained into pop culture.

So, this outfit that seems to be just green, aside from the white in the symbol? Not so iconic or dynamic. A bit of a dud. Here's hoping they decide to tweak it a bit, since it is all CGI anyway.

Schwapp@TheMovies Double Feature: Be Kind Rewind & Definitely Maybe

I had the opportunity to create my own double feature at the theater this passed weekend. I saw two very different movies, both deserving and needing of some lauding, given that they don't seem to be receiving the attention or appreciation that they truly deserve.

Be Kind Rewind is a much more understated comedy than you'd initially think. If you go in expecting copious amounts of Jack Black tomfoolery, you might be disappointed. If you go in expecting a heartwarming comedy, you'll be justly rewarded.

Definitely Maybe has ads that scream of Valentine's Day romantic comedy cash-in. Though it was released on the holiday, this isn't your standard mediocre funny love story pushed out to capitalize on timing. It has true heart and pulls you into its story right away, without even having to necessarily use the bright, young Abigail Breslin.