Seen 29 August, 2013 at Village Fountain Gate
Action
Overview:
Retired... extremely dangerous.
The gang is back. Victoria has her guns, Marvin is as crazy as ever, Frank and Sarah are trying to work out their relationship, and they are being chased by not only the CIA and MI:6. Of course, there are the requisite number of hitmen, and villains, and a weapon of mass destruction thrown in for good measure.
Thoughts:
Incredibly fun and entertaining. Anthony Hopkins was amazing, as always. The story is fast paced. Awesome escapism movie. Buy a bucket of popcorn, and sit back, enjoy the ride.
Overall rating: 8.5/10
Thursday, August 29, 2013
The Great Gatsby
Seen at Village Cinemas Knox
1st June, 2013
Drama
Overview:
Based on the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald, it tells the story from the point of view of Nick Carraway, a young man trying to make his fortune in NYC. His next door neighbour is a man called Gatsby, a nouveau rich man, who throws elaborate parties. His life becomes embroilled in the dramas of Gatsby, his cousins, and their love affairs, with tragic results.
Thoughts:
Cinematically and visually amazing. Good adaptation of the story. Not exactly an enjoyable movie, but it the story isn't exactly enjoyable either. All the characters are flawed, some in ways that make them quite unlikeable.
Overall Rating: 6.5/10
1st June, 2013
Drama
Overview:
Based on the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald, it tells the story from the point of view of Nick Carraway, a young man trying to make his fortune in NYC. His next door neighbour is a man called Gatsby, a nouveau rich man, who throws elaborate parties. His life becomes embroilled in the dramas of Gatsby, his cousins, and their love affairs, with tragic results.
Thoughts:
Cinematically and visually amazing. Good adaptation of the story. Not exactly an enjoyable movie, but it the story isn't exactly enjoyable either. All the characters are flawed, some in ways that make them quite unlikeable.
Overall Rating: 6.5/10
Elysium
Seen Village Fountain Gate
25th August, 2013
Sci Fi
Overview:
Set in a future Earth where the rich live an exclusive, long and healthy life on Elysium, a space station and ignore the ruined Earth other than for the resources they need. The story follows a man, Max, who is on probation for car theft and is working in a factory, producing the androids that not only police the society, but also provide vital services to Elysium.
The world of Max is a cruel and brutal one, where police androids dish out corporal punishment on the spot, the rich are more concerned about getting richer, and the poor suffer mostly in silence. Max is a catalyst, an instigator of change, but depending on the point of view, will the change be for better or worse?
Again, I will say no more, otherwise this will be full of spoilers.
Thoughts:
Neill Blomkamp - the writer and director of both District 9 and Elysium loves to use scifi to reflect on the world. Like District 9, Elysium comments on current event in a way that is easy for the audience understands. Not only does he look at the view of the many - the poor and downtrodden, but he looks at the wealthy who are trying to maintain their lifestyle and stay separate from the poor - a reflection of the broadening socioeconomic classes currently occurring.
The movie is very entertaining, and thought provoking, while still being fun. The reflection on society hopefully won't remain relevant but hopefully the overall story will stand the test of time.
Overall score: 8/10
25th August, 2013
Sci Fi
Overview:
Set in a future Earth where the rich live an exclusive, long and healthy life on Elysium, a space station and ignore the ruined Earth other than for the resources they need. The story follows a man, Max, who is on probation for car theft and is working in a factory, producing the androids that not only police the society, but also provide vital services to Elysium.
The world of Max is a cruel and brutal one, where police androids dish out corporal punishment on the spot, the rich are more concerned about getting richer, and the poor suffer mostly in silence. Max is a catalyst, an instigator of change, but depending on the point of view, will the change be for better or worse?
Again, I will say no more, otherwise this will be full of spoilers.
Thoughts:
Neill Blomkamp - the writer and director of both District 9 and Elysium loves to use scifi to reflect on the world. Like District 9, Elysium comments on current event in a way that is easy for the audience understands. Not only does he look at the view of the many - the poor and downtrodden, but he looks at the wealthy who are trying to maintain their lifestyle and stay separate from the poor - a reflection of the broadening socioeconomic classes currently occurring.
The movie is very entertaining, and thought provoking, while still being fun. The reflection on society hopefully won't remain relevant but hopefully the overall story will stand the test of time.
Overall score: 8/10
Despicable Me 2
Minions... more minions.... evil minions
Seen Melbourne Central Hoyts, July.
Animated/ Family
Overview:
Gru and the girls are back, and this time he is on the side of good. An old rival is back on the scene and Gru has to make sure he doesn't cause havoc, which would be fine, except no one believes him!!
Thoughts:
If you have seen the first one you know what to expect. It was fun, light hearted, and with a happy ever after... for now.
If nothing else it is worth seeing for the minions.
Overall rating: 7/10
Seen Melbourne Central Hoyts, July.
Animated/ Family
Overview:
Gru and the girls are back, and this time he is on the side of good. An old rival is back on the scene and Gru has to make sure he doesn't cause havoc, which would be fine, except no one believes him!!
Thoughts:
If you have seen the first one you know what to expect. It was fun, light hearted, and with a happy ever after... for now.
If nothing else it is worth seeing for the minions.
Overall rating: 7/10
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