MOVIE REVIEW: AVENGERS ASSEMBLE (12A)

"DOES IT GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS?"

Avengers Assemble is an action, adventure & sci-fi film Directed by Joss Whedon (Screenwriter for Thor & Captain America, to name a few). Nick Fury of S.H.I.E.L.D brings together a team of remarkable humans to form The Avengers to save the Earth from Loki and his army, who have come from another world to destroy ours. Its Starring Robert Downey Jr (Iron Man), Samuel L. Jackson (Nicky Fury), Chris Evans (Captain America), Mike Ruffalo (The Hulk), Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Jeremy Renner (Hawkeye), Tom Hiddleston (Loki), Cobie Smulders, Clark Gregg, Gywneth Paltrow, Alexis Desinof & Tina Benko.

#FilmFact: Lou Ferrigno voices the Hulk in this film. He has played the Hulk in almost every live-action version since 1978.
#FilmFact: Morena Baccarin, Jessica Luca, Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Cobie Smulders screen casted for the role of Agent Maria Hill. Smulders was eventually chosen.


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THE REVIEW:

HALLELUJAH! Its what we have all been waiting for in the cinema. April is here & the countdown is finally over. Marvel Studios are ready to stop hugging these superheros and show us what they have been keeping from the world. The Avengers assemble and boy do they assemble. This is one amazing movie and brilliant adoption of a comic book, YES i said it. From all the action on screen to the geniously placed comedy lines, i just couldn't get enough. I don't think i have ever enjoyed myself so much in 143 minutes. The last time i had half this much fun was watching the third installment of Transformers. I don't say things about films unless it true so believe me when i say "GRAB YOUR 3D GLASSES (should be somewhere in your drawer or underneath the sofa) AND HEAD TO YOUR NEAREST CINEMA"                                                                    

The answer to my own question: "does it get any better than this?" is NO. I don't know how they can out do this film, it just oozes awesomeness. Riddled with famous faces, packed with a script where everyone shines and then had the audacity to showoff  some badass action scenes. Watching multiples Superheros & Gods link up to go bonkers at each other with different fighting styles & in the future technology is exactly what you get here. The special effects set the bar once again for action films and the storyline is so interesting that it just kept on getting better as time flies by. Avengers went in the cinema with the highest of expectations but the way it shines it shuts up any doubter. From the opening scenes the dialogue and cinematography is a joy to marvel at. Silly costumes or not, this is a triumph. Hats off to you Joss Whedon.

Each superhero had their own special moments, these actors/actresses bring life to these characters very well. Robert Downey Jr has the charisma, charm and the funny lines just seem to drop out of his mouth effortlessly. Samuel L. Jackson is a brilliant Nick Fury, he was very believable, he was a leader.Its been what never since i seen a man wear an eye patch and look that cool. I was not biggest fan of Chris Evans solo Captain America: The First Avenger film but after his performance in this film i think he deserves all the credit he can get. The #StarOfTheShow award will have to go to Mike Ruffalo just because of The Hulk. That green monster was the best superhero, so ruthless, so destructive and somehow so entertaining. Scarlett Johansson has always been a beautiful woman, she plays Black Widow. A women who's got the looks and can give out a serious can of whoop ass. She was dangerous and psychological. I for one is very pleased to see actress Cobie Smulders (Robin from How I Met Your Mother) make the billing for this. She was great and i'm sure we will be seeing more of her on the big screen. Tom Hiddleston must not be left without a mention, he was a great evil character who had his own shine in parts of the film. As a collective the cast was on point.

The amounts of money Walt Disnep & Marvel are going to make is going to break a few records, i can tell already.

OVERALL:  WILL BE THE BEST FILM OUT FOR A WHILE.

STAR RATINGS OUT OF 5:  5

ONE FAVOURITE MOMENT IN THE FILM:

ALL OF IT :D

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MOVIE REVIEW: THE DIVIDE (18)

"ABSOLUTE MADNESS"

The Divide is a science fiction thriller film directed by Xavier Gens (same guy that brought us Hitman, 2007). This film centres survivors of a nuclear attack, they are grouped together for weeks in the basement of their apartment building, were fear and dwindling supplies wear away at their dynamic. Its starring Laura German, Michael Biehn, Milo Ventimiglia, Courtney B. Vance, Ashton Holmes, Rosanna Arquette, Ivan Gonzalez, Michael Eklund & Abbey Thickson.

#FilmFact: Melissa George, Seann William Scott, Robert Patrick and Raphaël Personnaz were originally going to star in this project.

THE REVIEW:

The moment i saw the trailer for The Divide i knew i wanted to watch it, this looked serious and entertaining (i hope im right). A group of surivors locked in an confined space after a nuclear attack with just about enough living supplies. The little action scenes included in the trailer also seemed promising.

After i watched this film i was very suprised on how everything unfolded. I was not expecting such a disturbing & gruesome turn of events. Its starts off as anyone could predict with the nuclear attack & panic but as soon as the dust settles and reality kicks in, their characters normal state starts to fade to insanity. This is definately not for the faintharted, as some scenes will mess your head. I found myself looking away at least two to three times, the horrific scenes are uncomfortable to watch. The way Director Xavier Gens manages to capture the human behaviour in such a crazy & horrific way has to be an achievement.

The drama is engaging & very well written. As the film moves along it got crazier and crazier. The storyline speed was well paced all the way to its inevitable end. This was front row seats  to see how society was gradually evaporating in front of our eyes. When fear is the only emotion avaliable, people do the most insane things.

Under 18's wont last an hour watching this & some adults may not have the stomach for it either. We don't like to think that people are capable of certain things, but in extreme conditions people can be pushed to do the unimaginable. All the characters were great on screen ,there was no slackers. Everyone gave it their all. This is one of the best sci fi films ive seen lately. This film might not catch attention at first but in time it will be a serious talking point. It demands attention and deserves it.

OVERALL:  NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED.

 STAR RATINGS OUT OF 5:  3.5

ONE FAVOURITE MOMENT IN THE FILM:

The last 30 minutes of the film. 

(if you liked/loved another moment/scene in this film, please feel free to share it with me in the comments)

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TRAILERS: ALL THE FILMS OUT IN CINEMA THIS APRIL (2012)

THIS MONTHS RECOMMENDED MOVIES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN AQUA

·           MIRROR MIRROR (PG) (IN CINEMA 2ND APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCdMHUx59mQ

·           HOUSEFULL 2 (IN CINEMA 5TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LCQ2suUSUw&ob=av3e

·           THE COLD LIGHT OF DAY (12A) (IN CINEMA 6TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pe0FFjSl2U

·           HEADHUNTERS (15) (IN CINEMA 6TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5am704I0zkM

·           RETURN (15) (IN CINEMA 6TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9AbFmwBOiA

·           THIS MUST BE THE PLACE (15) (IN CINEMA 6TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuvFmg_Ge9k

·           TITANIC (3D) (12A) (IN CINEMA 6TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvPV0F2-xi8

·           BATTLESHIP (12A) (IN CINEMA 11TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsieadPPvJE

·           THE CABIN IN THE WOODS (15) (IN CINEMA 13TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXfc12BqFkc

·           THE DIVIDE (18) (IN CINEMA 20TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eY2lTdwCLms

·           ELFIE HOPKINS (18) (IN CINEMA 20TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNcWik8_LKs

·          GONE (IN CINEMA 20TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWPM0uS1SO8

·           LOCKOUT (15) (IN CINEMA 20TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmAbEgayExs

·           MARLEY (15) (IN CINEMA 20TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJ7U_3bJoBk

·           SALMON FISHING IN THE YEMEN (12A) (IN CINEMA 20TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGb4OT3Oiew

·          VICKY DONOR (IN CINEMA 20TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jme-VkIzkoU&ob=av3e

·           THA ASSAULT (IN CINEMA 23TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOyfHQ6JCjo

·          MARVEL AVENGERS ASSEMBLE (3D) (12A) (IN CINEMA 26TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPoHPNeU9fc

·           ALBERT NOBBS (15) () (IN CINEMA 27TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ini59bYhaUY

·           BEING ELMO (IN CINEMA 27TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UbxkESLbM0

·           DAMSELS IN DISTRESS (IN CINEMA 27TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0RrTl3tA1w

·          THE MONK (15) IN CINEMA 27TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqXuw9HNpxg&feature=related

·           OUTSIDE BET (12A) (IN CINEMA 27TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdbLDUp1BjY&feature=related

·           STRIPPERS VS WEREWOLFS (IN CINEMA 27TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsSIrHjDSlo

·           TEZZ (IN CINEMA 27TH APRIL)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZseJFxnsvE

MOVIE REVIEW: CONTRABAND (15)

"SLOW START, BRILLIANT FINISH"

Contraband is an action crime drama directed by Baltasa Kormarkur (same guy that brought us inhale, 2009). In a bid to protect his brother in law from a drug lord, a former smuggler heads to Panama to score millions of dollars in counterfeit bills. Its Starring Mark Wahlberg, Kate Beckinsale, Ben Foster, Caleb Landry Jones, Giovanni Ribsi, Lukas Haas, J.K. Simmons, Diego Luna, Robert Wahlberg, Olafur Darri Olafsson, Jaqueline Fleming, William Lucking, Amber Gaiennie, Paul LeBlanc, Kent Jude Bernard, Jackson Beals, Connor Hill & David O'Hara.

#FilmFact: Baltasar Kormakur, director of the film, was the lead actor of the original film, Reykjavik-Rotterdam, playing the same role as Mark Wahlberg.

THE REVIEW:

I have always liked Mark Wahlberg, hes a good action man so naturally when i saw the trailer of him in this crime drama, i got excited to see how well they incorporated him in this story.

 

After watching Contraband i must say i was not too thrilled about the start, it was slow, obvious and sort of boring but as soon the story left gear one it instantly became interesting. Characters started connecting, deals were made & plans were been drawn up. I'm glad the storyline didn't recline, it got better and more dramatic with each twists and turns. It made me think how everything was connecting and how it was all going to turn out. That was this films engaging point, trying to figure out what was going to happen before it did. 

The message of love, family, friendship & betrayal is what the director went for and its what he was able to portray on screen. Great cinematography. If you forget about reality and just enjoy the eye catching action scenes then you will really enjoy this film.

I liked all the characters because even though the baddies had guns, they were not the scariest characters. This is where the drama shines, we normally expect people with guns in movies to be the ones every fears, but even them guys get treated like anyone else. Its a good change to see action drama film blended together and made to look normal. The acting was believable, simple and blended well with the storyline. Mark Walhberg will be proud to be the headline of this film because he acted brilliantly and lead naturally. All the characters pull of great performances.

OVERALL: ENGAGING

 STAR RATINGS OUT OF 5:  3.5

ONE FAVOURITE MOMENT IN THE FILM:

The gun battle between the police and outlaws trying to steal a painting.

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MOVIE REVIEW: PROJECT X (18)

"YOUR GOING TO WISH YOU WAS AT THIS PARTY"

 

Project X is a comedy film directed by Nima Nourizadeh. <--(debut feature film) Three high school seniors throw a birthday party to make a name for themselves. As the night progresses, things spiral out of control as the word of the party spreads.
Its starring Thomas Mann, Oliver Cooper, Jonathan Daniel Brown, Kirby Bliss Blanton, Alexis Knapp, Dax Flame, Brandy Hender, Nick Nervies, Miles Teller & Martin Klebber.

                #FilmFact: Most of the footage was entirely shot by the cast with cell phones, Flip, iPhone and Blackberry phones. Over 10 hours of footage was recorded mostly due to the cast continuously recording.

THE REVIEW:

OWWW! THIS FILM IS HILARIOUS. If you ever wondered what the hangover characters would have been like as young teenagers then this is the film to watch. From start to finish Project X had me laughing out loud uncontrollably. I think i burst out laughing at least once every 3 minutes (yes i found it that funny). This is a film you go watch with a few friends, have good laughs and reminisces about crazy parties you've ever been to. If someone asked you to write down a worst case scenario for a high school party, i don't think you would come close to what happens in this film.

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3 high school teens throw an almighty party that goes absolutely bananas causing chaos throughout the night and it turns them to legends overnight. Most people will wonder why this is a film because nothing really happens, there's no hidden messages anywhere. The motto was anything goes and everything literally went. It felt like watching a really long music video where everyone is having the time of their lives. There are reasons to hate this film as it does have massive jumps but if you want a good laugh accompanied with good music then this film does that pretty well.
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 I couldn't complain that there was not much when talking substance because the trailer showed what was to expect and we got exactly that. The high school teens that front the film are pretty good actors, they give applause worthy performances. Think of superbad meets hangover and you have Project X. These kids may look like worst kids to have as your children but people have to realize these things happen in real life so why not add cameras to the equation. I've seen the word "debauchery" used to describe this film but i think people are reading way into it than necessary. (ah well such is life)
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Don't believe the hype that this film is rubbish, i think its fun and enjoyable. It actually sets the bar for how party films should be made, anything less than this is not even worth considering. GO HARD OR GO HOME. Take a break from watching films that makes you think too much and watch this just for the hell of it. I actually look forward to seeing most of these characters in more films to come, especially Oliver Cooper & the security guards kids.

OVERALL: HILARIOUS FROM START TO FINISH.

 STAR RATINGS OUT OF 5:  3

ONE FAVOURITE MOMENT IN THE FILM:

The oven incident and what the guy does when he gets out to the people who put him there.

(if you loved another moment in the film, please feel free to share it with us in the comments)

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TRAILERS: ALL THE FILMS OUT IN CINEMA THIS MARCH (2012)

THIS MONTHS RECOMMENDED MOVIES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN FUCHSIA

·          BLANK CITY (IN CINEMA 2ND MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjzRPRBQngo  

·            CARANCHO (15) (IN CINEMA 2ND MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzTxiz7aniE 

·            HUNKYDORY (15) (IN CINEMA 2ND MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtpSBBttqaM

·            LONDON PARIS NEW YORK (12A) (IN CINEMA 2ND MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zic5qpxl64

·            PROJECT X (18) (IN CINEMA 2ND MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBv54LhBWyQ

·            THIS MEANS WAR (12A) (IN CINEMA 2ND MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZqHhN4hVmg&feature=fvst

·            WANDERLUST (15) (IN CINEMA 2ND MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKOJNtctg7g

·            BEL AMI (15) (IN CINEMA 9TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlFlZVLG46c

·            CLEANSKIN (15) (IN CINEMA 9TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dRZlLdO41E

·           HARD BOILED SWEETS (15) (IN CINEMA 9TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGaPWYat0EA

·            JOHN CARTER (3D) (12A) (IN CINEMA 9TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Rf55GTEZ_E

·            PAYBACK SEASON (15) (IN CINEMA 9TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65Dtch8GOzU

·            THE RAVEN (15) (IN CINEMA 9TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYAZnVk0Czw

·            TRISHNA (15) (IN CINEMA 9TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qs-l3Hxaico

·            21 JUMP STREET (15) (IN CINEMA 16TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISJR4rVO0TQ

·            CONTRABAND (15) (IN CINEMA 16TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFOBpZcJh1M

·           THE DEVIL INSIDE (15) (IN CINEMA 16TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyT7xMPurgw

·            IN DARKNESS (15) (IN CINEMA 16TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZqDa5Cv8n0

·            WE BOUGHT A ZOO (PG) (IN CINEMA 16 MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brbzw0ZJGlI

·            ACT OF VALOR (IN CINEMA 23 MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnlPgo9TaGo

·            AGENT VINOD (IN CINEMA 23 MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2yUdsaZvrs

·            THE HUNGER GAMES (IN CINEMA 23MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMGRhAEn6K0

·            THE KID WITH A BIKE (12A) (IN CINEMA 23MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voO8M6TuX58

·            WILD BILL (15) (IN CINEMA 23 MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zo5IaRnKyFk

·            THE PIRATES: AN ADVENTURE WITH PIRATES (3D) (U) (IN CINEMA 28TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKSp8TseT3g

·            THE SORCERER & THE WHITE SNAKE (IN CINEMA 30TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eova0lSmxGw

·            STREETDANCE 2 (3D) (PG) (IN CINEMA 30TH  MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKXk9-LWHho

·           TINY FURNITURE (IN CINEMA 30TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF_jWPJwKIE

·            WRATH OF THE TITANS (3D) (IN CINEMA 30TH MARCH)

TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xs7fzOrUopc