John Wick

Here is one with Keanu Reeves... ex-assassin turns nasty when a Russian Mafia Boss' son steals Keanu's car and kills his puppy - a gift from his deceased wife!

Lots of action and killing and mayhem. Would hold as a first date movie because of that but would definitely rent this one when you get a chance!

Lucy

Scarlett Johansson and Morgan Freeman in a movie about a woman who increases here brain power when a drug bag breaks in her body. By some twist of fate, Lucy (played by Scarljo) is pulled in to a drug deal where she serves as the Dealer's "mule" to smuggle a drug from Taiwan to the United States.

Interesting movie... could have used less "National Geographic" scenes, else the story line was good. Ending could use some extra oomph but still liked the movie. Of course, I am a big Scarlett Johansson fan!

A Walk Among the Tombstones

Movie with Liam Neeson as an ex-cop practicing as an unlicensed private investigator. He gets hired on to investigate the death of a drug dealer's wife, and soon uncovers corruption in the Police.

Good movie but not as good as his Taken franchise. Would wait to rent it on a rainy day.

American Sniper

Movie about the deadliest sniper Chris Kyle of the Iraq War. Directed by Clint Eastwood and produced by Bradley Cooper.

Good movie, there are differences from the book but still liked the movie. Would hold as a first date movie as there are kill shots, blood spattering about, and graphic violence.

No DVD yet as it came out in theaters recently!

The Equalizer

Denzel Washington in a movie where he has a past that no one knows about. He stays anonymous until someone pushes him... Great movie. Even going on a limb and saying it is a first date movie. There are some killing scenes but all done in the context of the storyline.

Fury

Brad Pitt and others in a World War II movie. Tank warfare, lots of fighting and killing. Better hold as a first date movie but still a good one to watch for those who like war movies., especially liked the tank battle against the Tiger Tank. The ending had lots of fighting but World War II buffs may see lots of holes in it.

The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

Last in series of the Hobbit franchise. Good movie; easy transition from the previous movie to this one. Safe first date movie. Now time to watch the other ones in the series to get caught up.

Guardians of the Galaxy

Here is one that was that made the First Date Movie list. Was not too excited about it but it came strongly recommended from others.  Good story line, liked the characters, even has it linked to other Marvel Comic movies.  Do rent one this one when you get a chance.

The Giver

Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep, Brendon Thwaites... and others in a movie about a community that forces its people to follow rules and lead a life dictated by "higher ups". With no memory of the past, people have no idea of any other way of living save for one person whose only purpose is to retain the memories of the past. As this person grows old, he must pass along the memories to a successor.,,.

Slow start, story line did not grab you right away. Best hold as a first date movie!

Sex Tape

Let's keep it simple... given the movie's title, add in lots of buttocks shots and sexually suggestive scenes (not explicit since it is not a porn movie), and then throw in a little blackmail and cocaine... the end result... don't see this one for a first date.

Transformers Age of Extinction

Guess its sequel time for Jerry; here is the latest movie from the Transformers' Franchise. This one has Mark Wahlberg in it. In this movie, the Transformers take a turn for the worse and are being hunted down and destroyed by a "black ops style" group. Their intent is to save the world from Transformers for whatever reason they came up with....

Another movie that if you like the Franchise, then you will like it. Also, consider it a safe first date movie.

X-Men Days of Future Past

Another installment in the X-Men Franchise. This one includes some time travel to throw a twist in the story line. If you like the Franchise, you will like the movie. Even better, would call this one a safe first date movie.

Chef

Jon Favreau, John Guizamo, Scarlett Johansson, Sofia Vergara... and others in a "IFC" style movie about a chef who has a YouTube Breakdown when a food critic slams. Forced to find other means to practice his profession, he starts serving his favorite dishes from a Food Truck.

Safe first date movie; entertaining and funny! Do check it out!

Captain America - The Winter Soldier

Another in the Marvel Comics franchise that brings Captain America together with the Black Widow (aka Scarlett Johannson). Liked the comic banter between the two; liked the story line. Going to say this one is a safe first date movie. Of course, I have a weakness for Scarljo!

Blended

Lighthearted comedy with Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. Two single parents meet on a blind date that ends in failure.

Somehow they come together by chance on a vacation... They meaning the two single parents and their kids.

Funny moments, overall liked the movie. Fun to see all the different actors from other Adam Sandler movies.

Check it out when you can... Safe enough first date movie.

Divergent

Action-adventure movie of the future where war has destroyed the world. Survivors are forced to live in a society of rules and grouped into five factions. Each faction maintains its place in society, and order and peace are the result... Except, they forget about some who do not fit in only one faction.

Good movie, possible first date movie... Just be sure action-adventure and future worlds are to the other's liking.

Draft Day

Draft Day with Kevin Costner, Jennifer Garner, and Dennis Leary recently came out in DVD. Checked it out, liked the movie. Play it by ear as a first date movie as it is football movie. If your date is not a fan, hold on this one. If they are, then do check it out!

The Hunter

Wilhelm Dafoe plays a mercenary for hire. But, this time he is on the hunt for the "thought to be extinct" Tasmanian Tiger.  A company hires him to find the animal, take blood samples, and bring them back to be cloned.

Good movie, watched it by accident while channel surfing. Like the surprise twist at the end. Okay to rent for a possible second date. Since it has that Indie Film feel, would hold as a first date movie.

Begin Again

Checked out a Indie Film that just came out Friday. It has Kiera Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, and Adam Levine. Adam and Kiera are a singer-song writer couple. They break up soon after Adam is signed to a record label. Kiera bounces back though when Mark, who plays a Producer, discovers her!

 

Good movie, but would hold as a first date movie since it revolves around a breakup due to a cheating boyfriend. Do check it out!

 

The Art of the Steal

Kurt Russell, Matt Dillon, and others in a movie centered around stealing art, a job gone wrong, and pay back for those who had it coming.  Good movie, safe first date movie and first rate rental. Do check it out; the twist in the plot at the end is good!