‘The Expendables 2′ is a bit of a mess, but is mostly an over-the-top series explosions and punches with more than a few winks to the audience.

The conclusion of ‘Spinal Tap Week’ hardly suggests a ponderous collection of posts prompting the question ‘What day did the Lord create Spinal Tap Week and couldn’t he have rested on that day too?” … but … it *is* Sunday and all good things must come to an end. Or … do they?

‘This Is Spinal Tap’ has influence far and wide in any concert film, rock musical or rock-tinged movie.

Tidbits about the creators and the film. The band’s original name sounded like a cheesy spy novel. Plus! The revelation of the Isle Of Lucy.

There is a touch of sadness that comes with watching ‘Sparkle,’ but Jordin Sparks’ diamond-in-the-rough performance and the glorious music are sure to lift your spirits.

This “period piece” is terrific. From the diptastic four-eyed, goofball of a drummer John ‘Stumpy’ Pepys (Ed Begley Jr.) right on down to the hilarious circles the band stands on during the performance.

Disney’s ‘The Odd Life of Timothy Green’ tries hard to pull on your heart-strings, but forgets to make a good movie while doing so.