With the rampant cynicism and sarcasm that blows in from online movie critics, one might think Hollywood's ability to entertain is dead, buried, dug up, looted and thrown into a shallow stream.

Though there is something negative to be said about the constant parade of comedy and horror retreads, fans (the people actually paying to see these movies) apparently don't care. And why should they? They're having a blast at the movies. In fact, even in the midst of our Great Recession, moviegoers are flocking to the multiplex in record-breaking numbers.

Why? Clearly, the reason is to be entertained, and Hollywood is doing that right, even if those who make their part-time living covering the movie beat say otherwise. Me included. I've splashed around in the nay-saying swamp as well and most times it's well deserved. Pundits and critics can comment all they want about the loss...