Starring:
Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Launter, Billy Burke
Rating:
PG-13 for some violence and action.
Movie description:
Life is great in Forks, Washington for Bella Swan but when Edward suddenly leaves her after an incident at her birthday party, her whole world is turned upside down. With Bella's heart broken, she turns to Jacob (Jake) her best friend to fill the void that was left by Edward. As Bella spends more time with Jake, she learns that there's more than vampires in the town of Forks.
Review:
First of all let me just say that this movie, for me, beat the first one hands down. The beginning started off in a similar way to the first, with Bella speaking, but that is really the only similarity. This movie followed closely to the book, which can be rare. I particularly liked the way blank pages in the book were explained in a unique way and also other times as Bella explained how she felt to the audience who had not read the books. Introducing the werewolves was flawless and the action sequences were amazingly detailed, engaging and fast paced. Special effects, props and layouts for each scene were great. All the actors did an incredible job with the movie but special props have to go to Taylor Launter for his portrayal of both the young, innocent Jacob and the regretful, harder Jacob that comes later. By now everyone knows how hard Taylor worked on his body for this movie, but his performance through his acting is were I give him the most credit.
Twilight fans, fantasy fans and vampire fans will like/love this movie. Sci-fi fans and high-adredine action fans may want to give this a miss, but there are a few action scenes if you can handle the teen-type romantic parts.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
Monday, June 28, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Twilight - 2008
Starring:
Kristen Stewart (Panic Room), Robert Pattinson (Remember Me), Taylor Launter (Cheaper by the Dozen 2), Peter Facinelli (Supernova) and Cam Gigandet (Never Back Down)
Rating:
PG - 13 for some violence and a scene of sensuality
Movie description:
To give her mother and new step father some space, Bella, decides to go and live with her father, Charlie, in the small Washington town of Forks. Soon after she encounters a mysterious young man in the form of Edward, who holds a dark secret. Will they be able to be together or will his secret put them both in mortal danger?
Review:
I'll put everyone to ease immediately and say I am a huge Twilight fan, obsessed is a word I have heard quite a few times since I discovered the books, however we are talking about the movie. I have said this many times before but will do so again....It is very, very rare that a movie based on a book will cover every detail, every part we love and be exactly like the book. When going to see a movie based on a book put the book out of your mind. If you go into the movie thinking about the book, guess what you already condemed it before the previews got done.
As a stand alone movie it was great. Not an Oscar winner by any means but a watchable, entertaining movie with a new twist to an old myth. I have been a vampire fan for as long as I can remember and the new twist to the vampires, in Twilight, was a welcome change. (That could also be a reason I love the books) For me the movie did drag a little in the beginning and the little inside jokes for people who had read the books were nice, but I could tell people in the theatre who had never read them were a little confused. The special effects were lacking a little in the sparkling that looks more like sweating department, but the wire work seemed to go smoother and became more realistic. The actors chosen for the roles fit perfectly, Kristen brough Bella to life and interacted with everyone seemlessly. All the Cullens, the Blacks, the Humans and the Nomads also seemed to fit. Personally my only casting problem was Rob, which could be due to the fact that I'm English and can't help picturing him as Cedric Diggory from Harry Potter. Watching Rob for me was hard at first but as the movie progressed I felt he did start to become more like Edward, although I did feel he needed to smile more. After speaking with people who never read the books, only seen the movie, I got the same kind of feed back, the movie was good but not worth all the hype and sadly I tend to agree.
Vampire, drama and romantic fans will like/love this movie. Action and sci-fi fans may want to miss it, I know the trailer appears to make it seem action packed but really it is not. There is a small part with blood and fighting but nothing that lasts very long. If you like vampires and want to see a new take on them this is the movie for you. Of course fans of the book may also love it, but as mentioned be prepared for missing parts and more action.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
Kristen Stewart (Panic Room), Robert Pattinson (Remember Me), Taylor Launter (Cheaper by the Dozen 2), Peter Facinelli (Supernova) and Cam Gigandet (Never Back Down)
Rating:
PG - 13 for some violence and a scene of sensuality
Movie description:
To give her mother and new step father some space, Bella, decides to go and live with her father, Charlie, in the small Washington town of Forks. Soon after she encounters a mysterious young man in the form of Edward, who holds a dark secret. Will they be able to be together or will his secret put them both in mortal danger?
Review:
I'll put everyone to ease immediately and say I am a huge Twilight fan, obsessed is a word I have heard quite a few times since I discovered the books, however we are talking about the movie. I have said this many times before but will do so again....It is very, very rare that a movie based on a book will cover every detail, every part we love and be exactly like the book. When going to see a movie based on a book put the book out of your mind. If you go into the movie thinking about the book, guess what you already condemed it before the previews got done.
As a stand alone movie it was great. Not an Oscar winner by any means but a watchable, entertaining movie with a new twist to an old myth. I have been a vampire fan for as long as I can remember and the new twist to the vampires, in Twilight, was a welcome change. (That could also be a reason I love the books) For me the movie did drag a little in the beginning and the little inside jokes for people who had read the books were nice, but I could tell people in the theatre who had never read them were a little confused. The special effects were lacking a little in the sparkling that looks more like sweating department, but the wire work seemed to go smoother and became more realistic. The actors chosen for the roles fit perfectly, Kristen brough Bella to life and interacted with everyone seemlessly. All the Cullens, the Blacks, the Humans and the Nomads also seemed to fit. Personally my only casting problem was Rob, which could be due to the fact that I'm English and can't help picturing him as Cedric Diggory from Harry Potter. Watching Rob for me was hard at first but as the movie progressed I felt he did start to become more like Edward, although I did feel he needed to smile more. After speaking with people who never read the books, only seen the movie, I got the same kind of feed back, the movie was good but not worth all the hype and sadly I tend to agree.
Vampire, drama and romantic fans will like/love this movie. Action and sci-fi fans may want to miss it, I know the trailer appears to make it seem action packed but really it is not. There is a small part with blood and fighting but nothing that lasts very long. If you like vampires and want to see a new take on them this is the movie for you. Of course fans of the book may also love it, but as mentioned be prepared for missing parts and more action.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
Monday, June 14, 2010
Angel (TV Show) - 1999 to 2004
Starring:
David Boreanaz, Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof
Rating:
Unrated
Description:
The vampire Angel, cursed with a soul, moves to Los Angeles and aids people with supernatural-related problems while questing for his own redemption.
Review:
Angel was one of the best characters in the series of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, in my opinion, so when I heard about his spin off it was a must see for me. I personally loved Angel's back story and this series continued his story perfectly. Cordelia, who was extremely annoying in Buffy, came into her own as Angels loyal side kick. Some one who knew his past and still decided to work for him, becoming close friends in the process. Wesley also decided to join the group, which enables him to become more than just a boring Giles wannabe. The seasons were more violent, action packed and thought out than the Buffy seasons but I feel the storylines started to drag towards the end of Season 4. Season 5 was still a great action packed series, yet again towards the end certain situations caused us all to take a step back and gasp out loud in almost horror and upset at it. Many people agree that though the series was overall amazing and very entertaining the grand finale was lacking. I have as expected brought the entire series because I love the action and storylines, but the ending always leaves me wanting more.
If you like Vampires, action in the form of sword/fist fighting and creature violence, fantasy type situations this type of series is for you. Romantics, drama and fantasy fans may like/enjoy/love these series but Sci-fi fans may want to give this series a miss.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Critic
David Boreanaz, Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof
Rating:
Unrated
Description:
The vampire Angel, cursed with a soul, moves to Los Angeles and aids people with supernatural-related problems while questing for his own redemption.
Review:
Angel was one of the best characters in the series of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, in my opinion, so when I heard about his spin off it was a must see for me. I personally loved Angel's back story and this series continued his story perfectly. Cordelia, who was extremely annoying in Buffy, came into her own as Angels loyal side kick. Some one who knew his past and still decided to work for him, becoming close friends in the process. Wesley also decided to join the group, which enables him to become more than just a boring Giles wannabe. The seasons were more violent, action packed and thought out than the Buffy seasons but I feel the storylines started to drag towards the end of Season 4. Season 5 was still a great action packed series, yet again towards the end certain situations caused us all to take a step back and gasp out loud in almost horror and upset at it. Many people agree that though the series was overall amazing and very entertaining the grand finale was lacking. I have as expected brought the entire series because I love the action and storylines, but the ending always leaves me wanting more.
If you like Vampires, action in the form of sword/fist fighting and creature violence, fantasy type situations this type of series is for you. Romantics, drama and fantasy fans may like/enjoy/love these series but Sci-fi fans may want to give this series a miss.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Critic
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Vampire/Werewolf Month IS HERE!!
JUNE is finally here so Vampire/Werewolf movies will be reviewed ALL month long!
I have some great movies already lined up to watch/rewatch and review, but I'm always up for suggestions so do not hold back. Please keep in the mind that the same guidelines are still in effect so any suggestions for R rated movie will not be taken into consideration.
All reviews are leading up to the release of Eclipse coming June 30th, 2010...so watch this space!
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
I have some great movies already lined up to watch/rewatch and review, but I'm always up for suggestions so do not hold back. Please keep in the mind that the same guidelines are still in effect so any suggestions for R rated movie will not be taken into consideration.
All reviews are leading up to the release of Eclipse coming June 30th, 2010...so watch this space!
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
Shrek Forever After - 2010
Starring:
Mike Myers (Austin Powers), Cameron Diaz (Charlie's Angels)
Rating:
PG for mild action, some rude humor and brief language.
Movie description:
Rumpelstiltskin tricks a mid-life crisis burdened Shrek into allowing himself to be erased from existence and cast in a dark alternate timeline where Rumpel rules supreme.
Review:
I am a huge Shrek fan so when I saw a trailer about a new movie it was instantly on my to watch list. Watching the movie I was not disappointed. I laughed, I cried and my children, 1 and 5 both loved it. I know it's been said that sequels are never as good as the original and I'm a firm believer that this is true around 90% of the time. Watching Shrek 4 I was not expecting it to be as good as the first one, and I don't think it could have been even if they had changed anything, but it was great entertainment. Fans of the Shrek movies will like/love this one, people who are not big fans of the series will probably hate it. I would say do not expect it to be as original as the first one and stay clear of the expensive 3D version, but aside from those little things just relax and enjoy the show.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
Mike Myers (Austin Powers), Cameron Diaz (Charlie's Angels)
Rating:
PG for mild action, some rude humor and brief language.
Movie description:
Rumpelstiltskin tricks a mid-life crisis burdened Shrek into allowing himself to be erased from existence and cast in a dark alternate timeline where Rumpel rules supreme.
Review:
I am a huge Shrek fan so when I saw a trailer about a new movie it was instantly on my to watch list. Watching the movie I was not disappointed. I laughed, I cried and my children, 1 and 5 both loved it. I know it's been said that sequels are never as good as the original and I'm a firm believer that this is true around 90% of the time. Watching Shrek 4 I was not expecting it to be as good as the first one, and I don't think it could have been even if they had changed anything, but it was great entertainment. Fans of the Shrek movies will like/love this one, people who are not big fans of the series will probably hate it. I would say do not expect it to be as original as the first one and stay clear of the expensive 3D version, but aside from those little things just relax and enjoy the show.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
Robin Hood - 2010
Starring:
Russell Crowe (Gladiator) and Cate Blanchett (Lord of the Rings)
Rating:
PG-13 for violence, including intense sequences of warfare, and some sexual content.
Movie description:
The story of an archer in the army of Richard Coeur de Lion who fights against the Norman invaders and becomes the legendary hero known as Robin Hood.
Review:
I know, I know, reading the title and seeing the trailer you think, Oh bloody hell not again! Yes, again. Hollywood has decided to make yet another Robin Hood movie, however after seeing it I can honestly say there has never been one like this. Do not go into the movie thinking that this is the same because it really is not. I would consider this to be a prequel..how Robin became known as a traitor and outlaw while Richard was away from England. Although I would consider this a 'before' type movie there really is no movie available, even though we all know how many Robin Hood movies there are, to be the story that continues, however for the director and cast this posses a huge benefit as the possibilities for a sequel are limitless. The new twist to an old legend makes for big laughs, high emotion and excellent sword fighting. The acting, locations, props, storyline and action were all amazing and in my opinion deserve recognition at award ceremonies for this year.
Action, drama, fantasy and romantics will love this movie, however I must warn the romantics not to expect a love story like Prince of Thieves because it is nothing like that. This movie focuses more on the characters and the storyline, with the romance kind of just happening along the way. Be prepared for realism, which accounts for most of the violence. Sci-fi fans will want to stay clear unless they like Robin Hood and sword fighting.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
Russell Crowe (Gladiator) and Cate Blanchett (Lord of the Rings)
Rating:
PG-13 for violence, including intense sequences of warfare, and some sexual content.
Movie description:
The story of an archer in the army of Richard Coeur de Lion who fights against the Norman invaders and becomes the legendary hero known as Robin Hood.
Review:
I know, I know, reading the title and seeing the trailer you think, Oh bloody hell not again! Yes, again. Hollywood has decided to make yet another Robin Hood movie, however after seeing it I can honestly say there has never been one like this. Do not go into the movie thinking that this is the same because it really is not. I would consider this to be a prequel..how Robin became known as a traitor and outlaw while Richard was away from England. Although I would consider this a 'before' type movie there really is no movie available, even though we all know how many Robin Hood movies there are, to be the story that continues, however for the director and cast this posses a huge benefit as the possibilities for a sequel are limitless. The new twist to an old legend makes for big laughs, high emotion and excellent sword fighting. The acting, locations, props, storyline and action were all amazing and in my opinion deserve recognition at award ceremonies for this year.
Action, drama, fantasy and romantics will love this movie, however I must warn the romantics not to expect a love story like Prince of Thieves because it is nothing like that. This movie focuses more on the characters and the storyline, with the romance kind of just happening along the way. Be prepared for realism, which accounts for most of the violence. Sci-fi fans will want to stay clear unless they like Robin Hood and sword fighting.
Thank you for reading,
Alison
Self Proclaimed Movie Critic
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