I don’t know what it is, but there are always certain movies that might be on HBO that I get sucked into as soon as I see one scene. It doesn’t matter how many times the film plays during the month, if I happen to flip through the channel and see it, I’ve got to watch it. It’s usually because of the action, characters, or jokes –if it’s a comedy, I’m hooked instantly.

Here’s a small list of some of the movies I’m talking about.

The Dark Knight
This film just grabs me and won’t let me go with the tension that builds with the help of the score. Also, the crazy Joker played by the late Heathe Ledger is like no other character. That man played the heck out of that part. He deserved the Oscar.

Taken
I just love the part when Liam Neeson is on the phone listening to his daughter get kidnapped and homedude tells the kidnapper in so many words, “Look man, I’ve got a serious set of special skills that will make your life a nightmare when I get my hands up on you fool.”

Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
Every scene is just funny. That’s all I have to say.

Eagle Eye
This ain’t the best movie, but Jerry Shaw played by Shia LeBeouf is always running or trying to get out of a jam. There’s always some kind of action.

The Incredible Hulk
I just like Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) saying, “You wouldn’t like me when I’m angry” and he just turns to the Hulk. I always know it is on.

300
It doesn’t matter when I turn to 300 when it’s on, there is always some kind of battle, Gerard Butler is always throwing down and his wife is tough too.

Tropic Thunder
I can’t look away from this crazy, over-the-top film because it’s hilarious, filled with action, the cast is good and has a few great cameos.

I have many more picks, however, not enough time.