the workings of a tv/movie nerd.

Cloverfield:

This film Revolves around a monster attack in New York as told from the point of view of a small group of people.

I Saw this film last night with my cousin and a friend, and I thought this movie was quite an experience. I dont think fans will be dissapointed as I wasnt. I dont really want to say too much about it because I know a lot of people reading this may not have seen it yet and it is half the hipe, not knowing too much, but I will say this: this film was very well done and kept me very intow with what was happening. It was defienetely very reaslistic with the camera being filmed by the actors in the movie and the movements that come with this, some people may find it hard to watch but I certainly didnt, I personally thought the cinematography added a lot to the film. I know how people were raving about certain monster movies such as Godzilla and The Host, but I have to say that this was better because of the way the film was shot and the amazing portrayal of all of the actors that play the main 5 of the friends. I have to add that one of the reasons I went to see this was because of the fact that I really liked 2 of the main actors in the film, Mike Vogel and Michael Stahl-David, and they were both really amazing performances, I have to say to anyone who watches this will go away thinking, wow!.

27 Dresses:

After serving as a bridesmaid 27 times, a young woman (Heigl) wrestles with the idea of standing by her sister’s side as her sibling marries the man she’s secretly in love with.

I went to watch 27 Dresses last night with my aunty and her friends, and the whole cinema was packed in. I Have to say after watching it, I think it is a fairly good romantic comedy, it shows all the normal dramas of a romantic comedy, it is nothing brilliant but it is watchable and good to see if your in the mood for a chick flick. Katherine Heigl and James Marsden are great as the 2 main characters, I think one of the main reasons I actually wanted to see this film was on the sole reason that James Marsden was in it. I dont know what it is about him but he has done really well in the last couple of films he has been in and I really enjoy watching him on screen, anyway overall it was a light hearted, nice romantic comedy, easy to watch.

Pay It Forward:

Young Trevor McKinney, troubled by his mother’s alcoholism and fears of his abusive but absent father, is caught up by an intriguing assignment from his new social studies teacher, Mr. Simonet. The assignment: think of something to change the world and put it into action. Trevor conjures the notion of paying a favor not back, but forward–repaying good deeds not with payback, but with new good deeds done to three new people. Trevor’s efforts to make good on his idea bring a revolution not only in the lives of himself, his mother and his physically and emotionally scarred teacher, but in those of an ever-widening circle of people completely unknown to him.

I Watched this movie for like, maybe the 3rd time with my cousins and aunty on monday. This Film is one Fantastic piece of art! Anyone who sees this film will stop for a moment or more and think over the meaning of life. This movie would have to be one of my all time favourite american films with a really talented cast. Kevin Spacey, Helen Hunt and Haley Joel Osment are all amazing. This is a film where you really have to listen and pay attention to it, to really get the true meaning of it. It has a really heart breaking ending and my aunty says that she loves this movie up until the end, but oh well, give it a try because it is defienetely worth anyone’s time.

The Day After Tommorrow:

This movie takes a big-budget, special-effects-filled look at what the world would look like if the greenhouse effect and global warming continued at such levels that they resulted in worldwide catastrophe and disaster, including multiple hurricanes, tornadoes, tidal waves, floods and the beginning of the next Ice Age. At the center of the story is a paleoclimatologist (a scientist who studies the ways weather patterns changed in the past), Professor Jack Hall (Quaid), who tries to save the world from the effects of global warming while also trying to get to his son, Sam (Gyllenhaal), who was in New York City as part of a scholastic competition, when the city was overwhelmed by the chilling beginnings of the new Ice Age. In addition to all of the other challenges Dr. Hall faces, he’s also going against the flow as humanity races south to warmer climes, and he’s nearly the only one going north.

I watched this film yesterday with my cousins for like the 3rd time and it was awesome again. Every time I watch this film I really enjoy every aspect of it. The special effects, the acting, the story. I guess this sort of thing has been done before a few times so it does feel fairly predictable but It does however keep you on your toes and there are a lot of fun sequences, like the giant wave through New York and the Tornadoes that blow through L.A. If you have seen Independence Day then I will guarantee you will like this.

Wild America:

Three brothers – Marshall, Marty and Mark dream of becoming naturalists and portraying animal life of America. One summer their dream comes true, they travel through America, filming alligators, bears and moose.

I watched this movie yesterday with my cousins and I have to say that I enjoyed this movie quite a lot, and ok maybe it was because it had Scott Bairstow, Devon Sawa and Jonathan Taylor Thomas when they were in their teens but I also loved a lot of the other aspects of it.

The Story Focuses mainly on the youngest of the three brothers Marshall (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) Who comes along by sneaking into the back of the truck. While on the road with his brothers Marshall learns more about who he really is and what the real world is all about.

In my opinion what makes Wild America such a great film is that not only does it have the action of the animal scenes and the heartwarming tale of a child who is coming of age. But It’s a true story that we can all relate to. It shows us that no matter what anyone tells you, you can go out into the world and find what you’re looking for. It Inspires you a bit.

I Am Legend:

Robert Neville is a scientist who was unable to stop the spread of the terrible virus that was incurable and man-made. Immune, Neville is now the last human survivor in what is left of New York City and perhaps the world. For three years, Neville has faithfully sent out daily radio messages, desperate to find any other survivors who might be out there. But he is not alone. Mutant victims of the plague — The Infected — lurk in the shadows… watching Neville’s every move… waiting for him to make a fatal mistake. Perhaps mankind’s last, best hope, Neville is driven by only one remaining mission: to find a way to reverse the effects of the virus using his own immune blood. But he knows he is outnumbered… and quickly running out of time.

I saw this film today with my 2 friends and we all enjoyed it quite a lot. I have to say that this is a disturbingly realistic film that depicts a post-apocalyptic New York being overrun by the mutated victims of a widespread virus. Overall, this movie delivers great action sequences and a great story, along with a shocking ending. Will Smith delievers an awesome performance as Robert Neville. There are quite a few scences in the film that are disturbing  but along with that, takes you to the edge of your seat! I think this movie was one of the great ones of 2007 and all in all you will enjoy this film.

The Water Horse:

The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep is a 2007 fantasy film directed by Jay Russell. The screenplay, written by screenwriter Robert Nelson Jacobs, is an adaption of Dick King-Smith’s children’s novel The Water Horse. It stars Alex Etel as a young boy who discovers a mysterious egg and cares for what hatches of it: a ‘water horse’ that becomes the fabled Loch Ness Monster. Emily Watson, Ben Chaplin and David Morrissey also star.

I Saw this movie with my 7 yr old sister today going into the movie with high expectations, this was because i had looked over a few reviews and this movie was one with the 3 – 4 star range. Well all I can say is it went beyond my expectations and I agree with a lot of the reviews that rate it up there with E.T and Free Willy. It was simply wonderful, the story was clever, the acting was refreshing especially from young actor, Alex Etel (Millions), and phenomanal Emily Watson.
As others have noted, the CGI is used as an effective supplement to the story, and never becomes the focal point. Angus’s exhilarating ride atop Crusoe through the Loch (which, in front of a stunning Scottish landscape, is gorgeous on the big screen) quells the boy’s fears, which range from water to the dangers and sadness of the adult world. “The Water Horse” a fantasy that is light and family-friendly, but also carries an important life lesson.

By adventure’s end, Angus learns to let go–of both Crusoe and his father. Kids will like Crusoe’s cuteness and occasional comic relief, but parents will also be fulfilled, as the film is not obnoxiously zany or as drenched with annoying pop culture references as many “family movies” tend to be. Understated and genuine, “The Water Horse” is sure to warm the cockles of any movie-goer’s heart.

All I can say is this is one for all ages.