Film 338/365, Day 352/365 – The ‘Burbs

Classic Tom Hanks.  This is a very funny film with a collection of weird and wonderful characters.  If you like Tom Hanks and haven’t seen any of his earlier work then this is a great place to start, then after this you should watch the Bachelor Party and Dragnet.

Synopsis:  When one of their neighbours disappears and is quickly replaced by a new and incredibly odd family the residents of a quiet suburban neighbourhood can’t help but think something is wrong.  But then maybe the monotony of the suburbs is getting to them!

Film 232/365, Day 247/365 – Toy Story 2

This will always be a fun film to watch.  Anyone that can sit there and say that they don’t like Toy Story is lying!  The idea that toys are alive and have adventures when you aren’t around is excellent.  The characters are brilliant and the new ones just add to the fun.  Guaranteed good time.

Synopsis:  There is a buzz of excitement in Andy’s bedroom, Woody is looking forward to going on Cowboy camp for some one on one time with Andy.  When a rescue attempt ends with Woody being stolen by a collector the rest of the gang go out into the open to try to rescue Woody.  But will he want to be rescued?

Film 157/365, Day 165/365 – Forest Gump

One of the all time greatest films ever, in my opinion.  Forest Gump has everything, a fantastically magical and heartwarming story, an unbelievable soundtrack and incredible acting.  I have always loved Forest Gump and always will, it don’t think it will ever get old.  If you haven't seen it then you are truly missing out, go watch it.  Legend!

Synopsis:  Forest Gump goes from nobody to All American football star to Vietnam war hero and so on.  Throughout his life he meets an incredible array of inspirational and influential people all whilst trying to win back his true love, Jenny.

Film 33/365, Day 36/365 – Toy Story 3

Woody and Buzz are back, but they aren’t being played with as much anymore. That’s because Andy is now going to college and the toys are becoming obsolete. In a desperate attempt to be played with the toys end up at Sunnyside day-care, what they hope will be the ultimate life for a toy, endless children to play with without the attachment. But things aren’t quite how they imagined.

This is the ultimate ending to one of the greatest trilogies of all time, animated or otherwise. Toy Story 3 is absolutely fantastic. There isn’t really that much more to say without gushing. The Spanish Buzz Lightyear was one of my personal highlights. If you liked Toy Story and Toy Story 2 (and why wouldn’t you?) then you must watch Toy Story 3. If you haven’t seen them… go… get out of here and watch them NOW!

Film 31/365, Day 32/365 – Dragnet

Los Angeles, the city of Angels. Not as far as Detectives Friday and Streebek can see. They are investigating a number of bizare thefts caused by a criminal organisation known as the PAGANs. Friday plays everything by the book and to the letter of the law, whilst Streebek is more of a free spirit. Can these two detectives pull together and solve this crimewave?

This is how I best like to see Tom Hanks, back when he was a fantastic comedy actor. Don’t get me wrong I do enjoy some of his more serious work, Forrest Gump is one of my all time favourites, but I have so many fond memories of The ‘burbs, Big or Batchelor Party. Dan Aykroyd is just brilliant in whatever he does and I will never get tired of watching his work, especially from the 1980s. Watch it!