Men At Work
Two garbage collectors discover a murder and try to solve it. This is a mix of comedy and action. Plenty of humour. It also shows that attitude can make any job fun. Year: 1990
1990’s
Starship Troopers
Soldiers in the future are in a war against giant bugs. A pure action movie, lots of blood and violence. This is a war movie but is quite intentionally unrealistic, and is also a great political parody. Great for action fans. Not suitable for children. Year: 1997
Total Recall
In a future where people can take a holiday just by having the memory of one implanted in their mind, a man must find out if his memories are real, and if so discover what is so important on Mars. Lots of Arnie action. The story is exciting and entertaining, and even has a bit …
Arachnophobia
A killer spider catches a lift to a small American town, where it breeds and starts to take over. This is the kind of movie that makes you think every itch is a spider. Not for those terrified of spiders, but not too scary either. This is another light monster movie that is a bit …
Galaxy Quest
Aliens come to earth looking for heroes to save them from their enemy. The problem is, the people they think are heroes are just the actors in a show like Star Trek. This movie is plenty of fun. It will be enjoyed by anyone who likes comedy. It’s a space comedy with an original storyline, …
Phantom, The
Very much a comic book style adventure. The Phantom (a vigilante dressed in purple) is set against a villain seeking to dominate the world. Set in the 1930’s this movie has plenty of action and adventure. Suitable for the family, this is a cross between a superhero movie and Indiana Jones. Year: 1996
You’ve Got Mail
A nice romance about two competing book shop owners and their accidental matching by email. A very well liked movie that is light, sweet, has a creative story, excellent writing, and is very satisfying. Year: 1998
Jumanji
A board game leads some kids into an adventure where the game comes to life. Original story, fantastic special effects, giant spiders, stampedes of animals through the town, giant killer mosquitoes. Great fun. Kids will love it, most adults should too. Year: 1995
A Bug’s Life
The life of some ants and their struggle for freedom from oppression by bigger bugs. Very well done animation, an enjoyable, funny adventure, and well written story makes this a great movie. Children will love it, and there is also plenty for adults to enjoy too. Year: 1998
10 Things I Hate ABout You
A great high school romantic comedy. The taming of the Shrew (Shakespeare) retold in a modern setting. This is a very good movie. Lots of fun and very popular. Year: 1999