Spaceballs

Staff Writer: Samuntha Mackenzie

2 1/2 out of 5 Shovels
Pranks, antics, and comedic dialogue take this film into the category of spoof. No matter what, the actors cannot save the movie from itself. This review is not to say in parts the movie wasn’t funny, it is. But Mel Brooks seems to try too hard. When he doesn’t have a comedic bit available he relies on immature gags.

Principle characters Daphne Zuniga, Princess Vespa; Bill Pullman as Lone Starr; and Rick Moranis as Dark Helmet are humorous. The support cast is comical John Candy as Barf, Joan Rivers as Dot Matrix; and Dick Van Patten as King Roland.

That said, Spaceballs captivates the audience as a ludicrous, psychologically telling, and energetic parody. Just don’t view the movie as anything more.

Buffy: the Vampire Slayer, movie

Staff Writer: DL Mullan

3 out of 5 Shovels
A vapid teenager discovers that she is a predestined vampire killer. With the aid of an old man, Merrick and her newfound friend, Pike, fight the vampires. Amilyn attacks residents for meals and to replenish the ranks of Lothos’s vampire army.

Kristy Swanson is believable as the vacuous slayer. Donald Sutherland is great as her mentor. Luke Perry is a good foil and supporter of the heroine. Rutger Hauer is a wonderful villain.

But, Paul Reubens steals the show. His death scene is fabulous. Long, drawn-out, and hilarious. Other antics his character is put through keeps the comedy in the forefront of the action.

Which sums up this movie, the film lacks in a variety of ways but the humor is outstanding. Some of the lines are memorable: a cult classic that keeps on giving.