So I've been on vacation since Friday night and am relishing the idea of just being local through the next 10 days--no trips East, no rushing around.
Plans are to see friends and family, do a lot of walking and cycling, do some yoga, and see as many movies as possible.
Here's the hit list of what I've seen--with my appraisals--so far--and another list of movies I am considering:

Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan: I love Sascha Cohen and this movie made me shout with laughter and cringe with embarassment, usually fairly closely together.
The Pursuit of Happyness: It's A Wonderful Life for the new millenium--Will Smith and the well-chosen cast save a sappy story from total sappiness.

Eragon: Can any dragon fantasy movie be all bad? This one is fun.
Blood Diamond: DeCaprio's performance is impressive in a well shot movie that is part political manifesto, part drama. Well worth the bucks.

Not yet seen, but on my list
Volver: Almodovar is a personal favorite, so this is a must see.
The Holiday: How could a chick flick with Jack Black be bad?

Dreamgirls: Can't wait to see Eddie Murphy.
Little Children: I am a Kate Winslet fan, so this makes the list.
Short Bus: Hedwig rocked, this is a must see that may have already gone to video in my area
The Good Shepard: How could I pass up this DeNiro flick? What a cast.

Charlotte's Web: Some pig. And Dakota Fanning.
Sweetland: A small, indie movie that sounds promising.
For Your Consideration: Can I stand to watch yet another Christopher Guest farce? Hell, yes.

If you have any other movie recommendations or pans, comments and tips welcomed.