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  Today marks one year ago since the action/comedy/thriller movie Novocaine was released theatrically on the big screen. It has gotten a 81% "Certified Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and it doesn't take much effort to find out why. "Novocaine" might not reinvent the wheel, but it does bring a rarely-known medical disorder to light and it skillfully handles the compelling storylines of its two main characters very well, all the while balancing the grisly action scenes with laugh-out-loud humor guaranteed to put a smile on your face, and topped off with a generous amount of heart and satisfying payoffs for the two main leads. It's one of the most well-written (but not completely perfect) movies I have ever seen, and I was so lucky to have seen it on the big screen while it had its theatrical run. NOTE: It goes without saying that there will be SPOILERS ahead. So, if you haven't seen the film yet (or don't plan to), it would be wise to stop there and...

  WARNING: This is a very, very, VERY long post! Also, if you have not seen the movie yet (or don't plan to at all), then don't read this, as there will be spoilers abound! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.   What is there to say about the Transformers franchise? Ever since it started in 1984, 40 years ago, the robots in disguise have stolen the Sparks (read: hearts) of nearly thousands of humans the world over. The idea of sentient transforming robots turning into a wide variety of objects - from transport vehicles to animals - has captivated the imaginations of almost everyone - young and old - and what started out as a line of action figures has grown into a multimedia franchise consisting of cartoons, movies, video games, and comic books.  And the franchise is no longer only enjoyed by many kids and kids at heart - it is now enjoyed by people of all ages and demographics. And, with the animated film Transformers One due this September, I'd figure I would do a review of last year...