SHORT AND SWEET

After writing these reviews, I have realised that they are very short but then what's the point in me ramling on? Overall I found this week a pretty good week for the cinema industry!

Faye

UNSTOPPABLE

23^rd Nov 2010 (12A)

Director: Tony Scott

Verdict: I have to admit that when I first saw the trailer for this film, I laughed because I couldn’t believe that it was possible to make a thriller about a train. But they did and they managed it pretty well. For the entertainment it would be about five stars but I wouldn’t say Chris Pine delivered his best performance and looking at the film realistically, it’s ridiculous! For entertainment I give it a worthy rating!

THE AMERICAN

26^th Nov 2010 (15)

Director: Anton Corbijn

Verdict: I wasn’t too keen on going to see this but it just sort of happened! If you are looking for your usual George Clooney action film then this isn’t it. At first I found it rather slow and throughout the film I felt like I was always waiting for something to happen. But upon reflection, I feel like this is purposely constructed by the director, and to be honest, it did keep me interested. If you are looking for a film with a topless lady throughout the film then this is the film for you! It does slightly irritate me in films when there isn’t much of a soundtrack and I did find with this film that I struggled to eat my sweets in the cinema because there were so many silences! Overall I thought the film was pretty effective but I’m not sure I would rush to see it again.

MEGAMIND

27^th Nov 2010 (PG)

Director: Tom McGrath

Verdict: I thought this looked OK but I wasn’t too fussed about rushing to see it. I am so glad I did as I thought it was brilliant! If you are looking for a funny, 3D animation with excellent effects then you should definitely go and see this film. I was so impressed by how much detail was in the animation and I thought all the voices suited the characters very well. It kept me happy and alert the whole way through with its suitable soundtrack and effective 3D and I loved the storyline. I definitely recommend!

THE BAD AND THE GOOD (I forgot the stars)

I have left these reviews very late because my motivation is quite low at the moment. I have finally managed to write them though:

YOU AGAIN (U)

(Cannot remember when I went to see this)

Director: Andy Fickman

Verdict: I couldn’t even face writing this review because it seems so pointless. This week was a rough one for the film world because it sat between Due Date and Harry Potter and didn’t have much to offer. I couldn’t let my unlimited card go to waste so I went to see this film with not very much excited. I had read a lot of bad reviews on this but I then read one good review and thought, what the hell! I now understand where all these bad reviews were coming from. The fact the film was certificated with a U did put me off quite a lot because I wondered why it was so tame. The film focused on a mother and a daughter and how their high school problems come back to haunt them. The film as a whole could have been a lot better if it wasn’t made so tame. The music sometimes felt like I was watching a Disney film and I was really confused about what audience they were trying to accommodate to. Overall, a below average film. 

HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART 1

19^th Nov 2010 (12A)

Director: David Yates

Verdict: I have been disappointed by the Harry Potter films in the past but this time I was not! I really loved it the whole way through which led me to see it twice! The first time I saw it, it was shown on a digital screen which I hadn’t experienced before, and I was so impressed by the sharp picture and got slightly excited. I loved the relationships portrayed in this film as Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe managed to act so close, but yet not too close; this was particularly highlighted in the dancing scene which I absolutely loved and found so effective. The whole time I just wanted Hermione and Ron to kiss so I cannot wait for the next one! Rupert Grint acted very well in this film and I was very impressed by his performance. The screen time put me off before I went into the film but it didn’t seem that long at all because I was totally gripped! One bad point for me was that I found it pretty scary at times, but that’s just me being a wimp! I cannot believe I have to wait months for the next part!

THE BAD AND THE GOOD

I have left these reviews very late because my motivation is quite low at the moment. I have finally managed to write them though:

YOU AGAIN (U)

(Cannot remember when I went to see this)

Director: Andy Fickman

Verdict: I couldn’t even face writing this review because it seems so pointless. This week was a rough one for the film world because it sat between Due Date and Harry Potter and didn’t have much to offer. I couldn’t let my unlimited card go to waste so I went to see this film with not very much excited. I had read a lot of bad reviews on this but I then read one good review and thought, what the hell! I now understand where all these bad reviews were coming from. The fact the film was certificated with a U did put me off quite a lot because I wondered why it was so tame. The film focused on a mother and a daughter and how their high school problems come back to haunt them. The film as a whole could have been a lot better if it wasn’t made so tame. The music sometimes felt like I was watching a Disney film and I was really confused about what audience they were trying to accommodate to. Overall, a below average film. 

HARRY POTTER

19^th Nov 2010 (12A)

Director: David Yates

Verdict: I have been disappointed by the Harry Potter films in the past but this time I was not! I really loved it the whole way through which led me to see it twice! The first time I saw it, it was shown on a digital screen which I hadn’t experienced before, and I was so impressed by the sharp picture and got slightly excited. I loved the relationships portrayed in this film as Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe managed to act so close, but yet not too close; this was particularly highlighted in the dancing scene which I absolutely loved and found so effective. The whole time I just wanted Hermione and Ron to kiss so I cannot wait for the next one! Rupert Grint acted very well in this film and I was very impressed by his performance. The screen time put me off before I went into the film but it didn’t seem that long at all because I was totally gripped! One bad point for me was that I found it pretty scary at times, but that’s just me being a wimp! I cannot believe I have to wait months for the next part!

A LONG TIME COMING

I apoligise for my lateness, I had actually written these two nights ago but have only just remembered to post them. I must get my motivation back!

Faye

DUE DATE

9^th Nov 2010 (15)

Director: Todd Phillips

Verdict: I had read a lot of reviews before I went to see this and all seemed quite negative but this was because they were all comparing it to the ‘Hangover’, hence why they felt disappointed. I know it is the same director and one recurring actor but there is no point in comparing the two films because they aren’t connected in any way. I did really like this film, probably more than I was expecting because of these reviews but the main reason for my laughs was the character of Aiden, played by Zach Galifianakis who never ceases to make me laugh. Robert Downey Jr was as cool as normal but his character wasn’t the best I’ve seen. I would say my laughing was mainly chuckling and that I didn’t laugh constantly which is why I have given it my average star rating.

JACKASS 3D

11^th Nov 2010 (18)

Director: Jeff Tremaine

Verdict: I wasn’t particularly looking forward to going to see this film but I got dragged along by my boyfriend. He had previously shown me parts of the previous film which I didn’t find particularly funny. When we arrived at the cinema, I seemed to be of a minority! Although I wasn’t looking forward to it, I have given it four stars because I laughed throughout, and quite loudly too. Some parts were obviously, pretty gross and other parts I was genuinely shocked that they risked their lives for but overall I found it really enjoyable. I preferred it to the previous film because the men seemed more humble and genuine in this latest one. I do think it is time for the men to finally grow up and stop hurting themselves now though but it made me laugh a lot which is why I felt it deserved four stars.

EASILY RATED

EASY A
2nd Nov 2010 (15)

Director: Will Gluck
Verdict: This is one of my highest scoring films and it totally deserved it. I wasn't expecting too much from this film because it wasn't even being shown at Rochester so I went to Ashford to see it. We were put in a small screen which didn't give me much hope either. When the film begun and the music started playing I thought it would be OK because a good soundtrack always helps. I really loved this film because it was smart, funny and it also had romance, but not too much! I thought it was an original idea and I liked the way it was directed. The main actress, Emma Stone didn't annoy me, not like most American films and I loved her family and the way they all acted around each other. I gave this film four and a half stars because I thought it was really good and I already want it on DVD! I recommend it to everyone, girls and guys.