Mirror Mirror Song..

Nice song from the movie Mirror Mirror, " I Believe in love ", I quite enjoyed the film, very cute family movie that i found joy while watching with my kids, a new take at Snow White, and the actress playing her was very good. not to mention cute.

I highly recommend this film to enjoy with your family !!

the Hunger Games Review

Well, much hype was given to this movie, and after watching it, i have to say that it is a bit disappointing, and probably aimed at teens as the target audience.

Now the films starts out pretty well, and Jennifer Lawrence starts by playing a character similar to her character from Winter's Bone, a young independent woman named Katniss Everdeen who takes care of her family.

the movie moves at a pretty decent pace, and we move with Katniss as she witnesses the draw for the Hunger games from her village, the movie takes too much time in details through the transportation, preparation and training for the hunger games, which was a slow build up with aim of building up tension in the veiwers, i certainly couldn't wait for the games to start.

finally, and after like one hour, the games started, and here is where the film fails in my opinion, as many has mentioned, a film the centers around games with killings should be rated R and not PG 13 like this film's rating !!! not a lot of action, not a lot of fights, not a lot of brutality. in short, quite disappointing in action and events.

However, I can see some who might still find something to enjoy in the Hunger Games, some good Drama, good characters, and probably, very entertaining for the teens.

I never read the books, so i really can't compare the film to the book.

in short, if you are looking for a solid and brutal thriller film like Battle Royale, then you will most likely be diappointed, but if you are 12 years of age then you'll probably enjoy it.

Immortals review

So I was wating anxiously for the Blu ray of Immortals to arrive in the post, and finally, it got here !
I immediately sat and started watching with excitment. I have to say, it was really enjoyable.

the story about the Greek gods and them watching over humans who are constantly in war, not willing to interfere was interesting. Henry Cavil, who will be playing Superman in the up coming Man of steel film, plays the role of a peasant here named Theseus who seems to have quite the fighting skills in him, but refuses to engage in any battles, untill he is forced to !! and it seems the Gods are watching over him.

it is visually impressive as well, with vivid colors and beautiful scenery of mountains and the ocean. the battle scenes were also interesting, however, were a bit limited me thinks.

I was not really happy at first with lead actress here Frieda Pinto, but she did grow on me with time and i found myslef accepting here. Mickey Rourke was very good as the evil villian.

generally, it was quite enjoyable, much better than i was expecting. i just hope people stop comparing it to 300, as they are both two different films.

8.5 out of 10

Drive review

Finally watched this last night, I found it to be entertaining for the most part, only it was a bit slow paced. the plot is nothing new, which involves a professional driver that falls for a single mom whom her husband is in prison, and just as their relationship is about to flourish, her husband is back and is involved in big problems with some gangsters.
Ryan Gosling is pretty good here, but i do think the role was some what an easy one, playing a cold and calm driver who smiles a lot ;)
some pretty good action, though i did expect more action ! it turned out more of a drama. which isn't a bad thing.

7.5 out of 10

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RESIDENT EVIL 5 Retribution Trailer - 2012 Movie -

Can't wait for this one..looks awesome !!

the Artist review

I think by now, everyone who is into the entertainment business or follows film and movie news already knows that the Artist is the movie that one big at the Oscars this year.

Not only did it win the Oscar for best picture, but also, the best actor in a leading role went to Jean Dujardin, and deservedly so.

Once I heard that the movie was about Silent movies, I must admit I wasn't that excited to see it, especially that i don't know any of the leading roles before. But once I started watching it in a weekday night with almost half an empty theater, I immediately started getting hooked with the plot and the characters.

the two lead actors, Jean Dujardin and Berenice Bejo are one of the most talented actors i have ever seen in film. they were brilliant and brought their characters to life depending only on their body language and acting. the movie which is about a successful silent movie actor, who starts to suffer when Hollywood starts the transition to sound movie making, and follows his struggling and difficulty to adapt to this change, meanwhile, a rising star who starts progressing into fame through this change, and the on and off silent love develops between the two during these times. 

it was such a great experience for me, and quite a new one as well, I was completely lost into the film and bonded with the characters. the chemistry between the two was rattling.

I definitely became an instant fan of the two leads, especially Jean who reminded me a lot with one of my favorite actors Sean Connery in his facial features, his looks and his body language as well.

not the best two pictures of the two, but one can notice the slight resemblance between the two !

Jean does seem like a younger version of Sean !!

Puss in Boots

Watched this with the kids, I enjoyed it thoroughly, and the kids were glued to the screen as well. What i liked the most about it, is that it appeals for both adults and young ones, it was executed in a very professional manner, and was balanced just right to be suitable for both the old and the young.

the movie is basically a tale of Puss' start, how he came to be, and the story behind his character, adding to it lots of action and adventure, and the movie never drags, with the right amount of pace.
new loveable characters were added here, Kitty voiced by the charming Salma Hayek was an attractive and interesting love interest for Puss, but she is not your regular female cat as she has some very exceptional skills as well, think a Bond type if girl.

Visually, it was spectacular, everthing was done so perfectly it appears so real, one of the best visually imoressive CGI films i have seen, the texture, the colors and characters, all done so professionaly, Bravo to the animators and people behind it.

I'd say 8.5 out of 10,

This means war movie review

Well, I'm not a big fan of Action comedies, further more, not a fan of Reese Witherspoon, and I'm not familiar with Chris Pine nor Tom Hardy, so one might understand my hesitation to go and watch this. So I was with a friend, and we decided to watch a catch a movie together, and he was so pushing to watch this, so i went in with very low expectations.

To tell the truth though, the movie did surprise me, it was much better than I was expecting, and the whole Spy vs Spy, where both the two CIA agents fighting for the love of one woman concept actually worked. it was a funny and hilarious, and i think what worked most and made this successful is the glowing chemistry between the three lead actors. they all seemed comfortable in their roles, and seemed to really have fun making this film. 

the film is as expected from its genre, does not take anything seriously, it is just pure fun, and the plot is quite simple and I'm sure most already know what it is about. the two Spies start using some of their skills and resources from working with the CIA to help get closer to Reese's character and win her love, from surveillance cameras to special spy gadgets which adds more to the fun.

So if you have nothing else to do, or are a big fan of these types of films, than i strongly recommend it, and it would be more suitable to attend with your special one, I do believe it is much fun for couples to go and catch this film.

I'd say 8 out of 10 

Firs Photo of the Lone Ranger

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has shared (via his Twitter account) the first photo of Johnny Depp as Tonto and Armie Hammer as the masked one in THE LONE RANGER. Check it out !
Also starring Tom Wilkinson, William Fichtner, Barry Pepper, James Badge Dale, Ruth Wilson and Helena Bonham Carter, THE LONE RANGER is a thrilling adventure infused with action and humor, in which the famed masked hero is brought to life through new eyes. Native American spirit warrior Tonto (Depp) recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid (Hammer), a man of the law, into a legend of justice—taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises and humorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption.
The film opens in theaters May 31, 2013.

John Cusak latest

Love this guy !!


So his latest news, is that he finished shooting his latest film the Number Station, which is an action / thriller film, who also stars Watchmen actress Malin Akerman.
Cusak plays a CIA operative whos assigned to guard a code operative " Akerman " in England, when they are surprised by an attack.
So it seems Cusak is back for some action, takes us back to his Con air, Grosse Pointe Blank and the Contract days !!


I'm also excited to see him along side Akerman, I really liked her on Watchmen and i recently saw her along side Bruce Willis in Catch 44. she has that attractive cute little face !!

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Martha Marcy May Marlene

Spent the evening watching this film, I finished it and it left me with mixed feelings. There is no denying that it was some what fresh with a new idea, quite original I'd say.


the story is that of a young girl Martha " played by Elizabeth Olsen ", who tries adapting to her life with her family after fleeing a group of a wierd cult whom she lived with for about two years.
its quite an original concept, at least for me, as the director takes us back into Martha's past while living with the cult in flashbacks, I usually am not a big fan of films that relies heavily on flashbacks, i feel it disrupts the stream of the film, however, the director executed it skillfully.


the film was more of a character study, something I like very much in movies since my work involves analyzing people and the way they think. the character of Martha was very intriguing to me as she goes through her inner struggle trying to adapt to a normal life after the strange and bizzare practices she witnessed and participated in with that cult group. she was clearly damaged.


Elizabeth Olsen, the younger sister of Ashley and Mary - kate Olsen, the rich twins known from the 80s - 90s family T.v series Full House, was surprisngly good here, I've never seen her before in any work, and so I never thought she's that good, especially with a complex character like Martha. Bravo..I predict a bright future for her in movies.


Now why the mixed feelings ? well, it was a bit depressing and while i enjoyed the character of Martha and was impressed by the concept of the film, it moved in a very slow pace. the director spends a lot of time in certain scenes that could have easily been edited for a faster pace, but i can understand why, as he wants the audience feel the reality of the scenes, and i think he succeeds in doing so. however, certain scenes were too long.


In the end, I was surprised with this film, in a good a way, it was different, focusing on the character and the inner struggle, but it didn't leave me with a good feeling for a number of reasons. I also don't think this film is for everyone, people might feel bored with the slow pace, especially those who are looking for a Thriller or a Horror.
I'd say 8 out of 10

Zoe Saldana's latest

Is she or isn't she Hot ?!


Zoe Saldana is in early talks to join Christian Bale in the "gritty throwback to 1970s movie" OUT OF THE FURNACE for Relativity Media, Variety reports.
Formerly known as "The Low Dweller," the film centers on "a man released after serving four years in prison. His hopes for a peaceful homecoming are thwarted when his younger brother is brutally murdered and he sets out for revenge."
Saldana is in talks to play Bale's ex-wife, a waitress now married to the town sheriff. Robert Duvall is expected to play Bale's uncle, and Viggo Mortensen is circling the role of the villain, while several actors remain in the mix to play Bale's brother, says the Trade.

Beneath the Darkness review

Hey all !!

So as you can see above, the poster of the movie, it is quite attractive with Dennis Quaid's face looking so grisly !! would you not at least give this one a rental based on the poster alone ?

Well, I've just finished watching it, and let me start by saying, that this movie is not a Horror, it is more of a Thriller, and i'm more of Thrillers fan anyways, so that is a good thing.

Unfortunately, not all Thrillers are good, and this movie, is not that good to be honest.

the Plot in short, involves a group of teens in a small town in Texas, who become interested in a widowed and mysterious local mortician " played by Quaid ", they start to nose around his house and dicover a deadly secret that might cause them their lives. Ooooooh

Does not sound original, does it ? think Fright night ! or Disturbia !

Not only is the plot not original, but the acting is nothing special from the actors supporting Quaid. Quaid himself is very good, though he does seem uncomfortable playing a mysterious evil guy. but those new comer actors did not impress at all. I know, I know..who cares about acting in this, its not like its an Oscar nominated film !!  true, but other elements of the movie did not stand out too. as I mentioned earlier, nothing original about the plot, the fact is its very similar to the two movies i mentioned earlier.

the Film is rated R, yet it lacked any gory scenes or even sex scenes for that matter, it did seem like a PG 13 film to me. Not that im a big fan of Nudity or Sex scenes but come on, spice it up a little !

One of the main reasons I watched this, obviously, was Quaid, I like the guy, and i enjoy watching his films, but i'm really not sure why he agreed to star in this on a budget average thriller ?!?!

If you guys missed on a lot of Quaid's recent films, then I recommend these films : LEgion, Pandorum and Horsemen.

Hugo review

Is it me or is Hugo a bit overrated ? this film has won a number of Oscar awards, not sure but I think five of them, and has been recieving a lot of positive reviews from all over

I just finished watching it on Blu Ray, and I really can't see what all the fuss is about ?! I can see that it looks really good, and it has some very good cinematography and costume designs, the acting by the two lead kids were also impressive for their age. However, despite those positive aspects, the movie fails in my opinion to capture the interest of the audience, mainly, because of the slow pace and the some what unoriginal plot

As you can see on the Blu ray picture above, a quote of it being a Masterpiece, well, I have to disagree that it isn't in anyway up to a masterpiece level of entertainment in my opinion, but I do understand why some poeple might enjoy it

I say 7.5 out of 10

Nicolas Cage

I have to admit, I'm not the biggest fan of Cage, but I still follow his work and enjoy watching him in movies, afterall, he was one of the leading men of action films in the mid 90s.
lately though, his films have been dropping in quality, and i'm not really sure why that is ? I guess he has not been picking the right scripts anymore, or maybe the competition has become really fierce in the movie industry.
In any case, I still wish him the best of luck in the future, and maybe, one day he will make another big hit soon.


My top 5 Cage films :


5 - Con Air
4 - the Weather man
3 - Lord of was
2- Face off
1- the Rock
the Rock has to be my number one, after all, he stars along side film legend Sean Connery

Ghost Rider : spirit of vengeance review

Well, I just finished watching Ghost Rider : Spirit of Vengeance, and I must say, I was very disappointed. the Movie had nothing special to offer, the story and plot were really boring and lame, not to mention a Cleche !!

I like Nicolas Cage, I really do, but just as his latest movie " Drive Angry ", this movie was terrible. the acting was awaful, especially from the lead actress Violenta Placido who played an annoying character named Nadya. And while I did not think the first film was any better, but at least we had the always sexy Eva Mendez in the first one !!

the boy actor in the film was not better in anyway either, just flat out annoying. Cage on the other hand, was the better actor out of the bunch, but his scenes when turning into the Rider seemed a bit wierd at times. his devilish look is hilarious.

Some action scenes were good, but mostly had nothing original or new. just ok.

the story in short is that of a young boy being hunted by a gang of small crooks that are being paid by the devil himself to catch the boy and bring to him. it seems the boy has some secret " that i won't say here " and certain powers that the devil want it. and so it is up to our hero the Rider to stop him.

overall, very disappointing and not worth your time. I say 3 out of 10.

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