Jake and Michael have the most amazing on-screen chemistry that makes the viewers believe they're truly best friends and police partners. The way the script was written allowed David Ayer to elicit an incredible range of emotion from the viewers.
It's hilariously funny during car scenes between Jake and Michael, playing on relatable awkward topics of dating, and other things best friends would joke about, yet incredibly serious, showing just how intense and dangerous police officers' jobs in South Central LA can be. The use of Jake's hand-held camera gives a Paranormal Activity feeling (without the headache) that adds to the "realness" of the film.
I highly recommend this film and challenge anyone to not be completely moved by the end of it.
9
Thursday, 29 November 2012
Hope Springs
Trailers looked very promising and it looked very funny.
Instead, It turned out to be a drama that was quite serious on the topic of rekindling a marriage. A few scenes looked uncomfortable and due to the Meryl Street and Tommy Lee Jones having a troubled relationship as it was, dialogues were few and far between.
I did not enjoy this as much as I had hoped.
6
Instead, It turned out to be a drama that was quite serious on the topic of rekindling a marriage. A few scenes looked uncomfortable and due to the Meryl Street and Tommy Lee Jones having a troubled relationship as it was, dialogues were few and far between.
I did not enjoy this as much as I had hoped.
6
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Jab Tak Hai Jaan
Finally here we have it!
Yash Chopra's final movie; unfortunately he died days before it's release which was quite tragic really. As harsh as it sounds, it may also have cashed in due to the sad news and the hype.
I know many people were looking forward to seeing Shahrukh Khan in a romantic role; he has done very well in similar roles in the past. My conclusion is that he does not fail to disappoint. For me, the pick of the bunch was Anushka Sharma; I think she is destined for great things. Unfortunately, Katrina Kaif was a little bit of a let down, I could not take her seriously with those horrid botox lips; the gaps in her acting skills were visible.
The story was nothing special; nothing really new to offer. The only good thing were the contrasting halves. Made it feel you watched 2 movies in 1 sitting! Cinematography and songs kept it interesting.
I would not class this as a full on love story; it failed to tug my heartstrings and it was more of a comedy drama. Flaws galore, but then which bollywood movie doesn't have those?
Would I watch again? Probably not. Do I regret watching it? No.
A solid 7 - but just about.
Yash Chopra's final movie; unfortunately he died days before it's release which was quite tragic really. As harsh as it sounds, it may also have cashed in due to the sad news and the hype.
I know many people were looking forward to seeing Shahrukh Khan in a romantic role; he has done very well in similar roles in the past. My conclusion is that he does not fail to disappoint. For me, the pick of the bunch was Anushka Sharma; I think she is destined for great things. Unfortunately, Katrina Kaif was a little bit of a let down, I could not take her seriously with those horrid botox lips; the gaps in her acting skills were visible.
The story was nothing special; nothing really new to offer. The only good thing were the contrasting halves. Made it feel you watched 2 movies in 1 sitting! Cinematography and songs kept it interesting.
I would not class this as a full on love story; it failed to tug my heartstrings and it was more of a comedy drama. Flaws galore, but then which bollywood movie doesn't have those?
Would I watch again? Probably not. Do I regret watching it? No.
A solid 7 - but just about.
Sunday, 18 November 2012
The Housemaid
Korean thriller based upon a 1960s classic (which I am yet to see).
Cinematography was spectacular as where acting performances. I find the story a little slow to start, but picked up half way through.
Not as tense as I thought it would be, but the ending made up for it. Quite spectacular and fitting. Not everyone would understand it though.
7
Cinematography was spectacular as where acting performances. I find the story a little slow to start, but picked up half way through.
Not as tense as I thought it would be, but the ending made up for it. Quite spectacular and fitting. Not everyone would understand it though.
7
Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Dog Days
After watching part 1 and 2 with my children, we were looking forward to watching the third installment.
I have to say though, that now that the 2 main leads are older, I found this movie less funnier. My kids agreed too, my 5 year old got bored after a while!
Don't know if the next installment can work upon these issues? Will have to wait and see!
5
I have to say though, that now that the 2 main leads are older, I found this movie less funnier. My kids agreed too, my 5 year old got bored after a while!
Don't know if the next installment can work upon these issues? Will have to wait and see!
5
Son Of Sardar
Colourful, Funny and Punjabi; a good combination to brighten up a dull and miserable day. Not ashamed to admit, but saw this FIRST over Jab Tak Hai Jaan (which I will be watching tomorrow).
Watch this with an open mind and you will enjoy Ajay Devgan, Sonakshi Sinha and Juhi Chawla give pretty good performances. Definately leave the brain home for this one!
There are some nice foot-tapping scores as well as a range of emotions.
Good fun to have spent a few hours.
6.5
Watch this with an open mind and you will enjoy Ajay Devgan, Sonakshi Sinha and Juhi Chawla give pretty good performances. Definately leave the brain home for this one!
There are some nice foot-tapping scores as well as a range of emotions.
Good fun to have spent a few hours.
6.5
Thursday, 15 November 2012
Trishna
Tragic love story featuring Freida Pinto of Slumdog Millionaire fame.
It is set in India and was funded with National Lottery money with BBC producing. Cinematography is dazzling and its filmed beautifully. As for the story, there will be some people that could relate to it.
It's quite intense and harrowing at times but you could sense that the end was going to be messy.
Ms Pinto gave a good performance, I am quite impressed with her.
6.5
It is set in India and was funded with National Lottery money with BBC producing. Cinematography is dazzling and its filmed beautifully. As for the story, there will be some people that could relate to it.
It's quite intense and harrowing at times but you could sense that the end was going to be messy.
Ms Pinto gave a good performance, I am quite impressed with her.
6.5
Argo
A truly spectacular and gripping movie about US Embassy workers that were taken hostage in Iran and their amazing rescue by a member of CIA. The events are loosley based on a true story.
It manages to recreate this historical event with vivid attention to detail and finely wrought characters.
It is a must-see and surely has oscar nominations written over it. I throughly enjoyed it. The last film that wowed me like this was The Imposter which I watched some months ago.
Watch it - you won't be disappointed...I guarantee it!
9
It manages to recreate this historical event with vivid attention to detail and finely wrought characters.
It is a must-see and surely has oscar nominations written over it. I throughly enjoyed it. The last film that wowed me like this was The Imposter which I watched some months ago.
Watch it - you won't be disappointed...I guarantee it!
9
Sunday, 11 November 2012
Aein
Translated into Lover. This is a 2005 korean film.
A very plain and simple romantic movie. The chemistry between the two main leads is very strong and they are a very cute couple I must admit.
Was not really let down by the ending; the morals shown throughout remained maintained and I am pleased not to have seen a cliched movie.
6.5
A very plain and simple romantic movie. The chemistry between the two main leads is very strong and they are a very cute couple I must admit.
Was not really let down by the ending; the morals shown throughout remained maintained and I am pleased not to have seen a cliched movie.
6.5
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Only just got round to watching this.
Really excellent performances from Dame Judi Dench and Bill Nighy. Very simple story and interesting character development.
Thought Dev Patel was a little annoying and his accent was horrible! His relationship with his girlfriend didn't really fit into the indian image but I suppose it was there really for western audiences.
Refreshing to see India, just wish they showed more of it!.
7
Really excellent performances from Dame Judi Dench and Bill Nighy. Very simple story and interesting character development.
Thought Dev Patel was a little annoying and his accent was horrible! His relationship with his girlfriend didn't really fit into the indian image but I suppose it was there really for western audiences.
Refreshing to see India, just wish they showed more of it!.
7
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