The King's Speech

I have to say, this movie surprised me. I wasn't sure what I would think about it, but as the movie went on it got more interesting and more amazing. It stars Colin Firth, Helena Bohemia Carter, Geoffrey Rush, Micheal Gambon, Guy Pierce, and Timothy Spall. Tells the story of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brother abdicates, George ('Bertie') reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a dreaded stammer and considered unfit to be king, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue. Through a set of unexpected techniques, and as a result of an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country through war. (imdb.com)

Its fun to see three Harry Potter actors that are in one movie. I noticed that towards the end, the same song that is playing during the king's big speech is the same song that plays throughout another amazing movie called the fall The song (I just discovered) is called Beethoven's 7Th. The scenery was beautiful! It def made me want to go back to London more than ever now. There were some scenes were the speech therapist was teaching the soon to be king some voice exercises and the exercises he was teaching him were very clever. For instance, at one part during their very first encounter, Lionel had the king read out of a book aloud while there was loud music playing in the background, so as a results king George wasn't stammering as much anymore. I was pleasantly surprised that there was quite a bit of Shakespeare in this. Geoffry Rush's character was always speaking Shakespearean. The acting from all the actors were incredible. The stutter that Colin firth had was consistent up until the end. I wonder how he kept it up throughout the entire filming. He must have worked extremely hard with his own speech therapist. Helena Bohemia Carter never ceases to amaze me. Every role she plays is totally different then the role she played previously and this movie was no different. I love her and her talent. Dare I say that I predict both Colin Firth and Geoffry Rush will get Oscar noms for their performance. Guy Pierce's role was minor but significant. He did a fine job as King Edward VIII. I was also surprised at the humor. There was quite of bit of humor in this movie. It made me giggle a few times. The only bad thing I have to say about this was that the pacing was a little slow in places but not enough to make me keep thinking "oh come on already! pick up the pace!"

I give A King's Speech a 4 out of 5. It's a true delight.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1

If this movie didn't end where it did then I would be perfectly fine with that. Although I would still be sitting in that movie theater and not write to you lovely people so there you go. In case you don't know Harry Potter 7 Part 1's plot line: As Harry races against time and evil to destroy the Horcruxes, he uncovers the existence of three most powerful objects in the wizarding world: the Deathly Hallows. (imdb.com) The stars are (get ready its a doozy) Daniel Radcliffe, Ralph Fiennes, Rupert Grint, Helena Bohemia Carter, Emma Watson, Alan Rickman, Fiona Shaw, Jason Issacs, Bill Nighy, Richard Griffiths, Julie Walters, Bonnie Wright, Harry Melling, Helen McCroy, Tom Felton, Timmothy Spall, Gratham Duff, Peter Mullan, Judith Sharp, Micheal Gambon, Brendan Gleeson, Robbie Coltrane, James and Oliver Phelps, Mark Williams, Natalia Tena, Dohmnall Gleeson (Brendan's son), David Thewlis, John Hurt, Frances De La Tour, Evanna Lynch, Rhys Ifans, Imelda Staunton, Toby Jones, Sophie Thompson (Emma's sister), Kate Fleetwood, Jamie Campell Bower (yes, from New Moon), Miranda Richardson, and Warwick Davis. Whew!! I told you it was a doozy!

This movie never stopped from beginning to end. It was great! The acting from the three leads have gotten better. Each movie their acting gets better and better. It was also a much darker movie than previous ones. There was a cliff hanger ending (which makes sense considering this is Part 1 our of 2) and I thought the scene it ended at was fantastic! It really sets it up for the final movie. It actually made me want to see more. I did think the intros in the beginning were rushed and it was hard to catch what they were saying. For instance, Bill's introduction and Tonks and Lupin's big announcement etc. Its interesting to see Lucius Malfroy unravel with each movie and to see just exactly what Azkaban(wizard prison) has done to him. There was a lot of sexual tension between the three main characters. There is even a brief glimpse of Harry and Hermione naked and making out. I was sensing a little love triangle going on there. I really like how the main kids are growing up and their issues are becoming more adult thus the movies are being more adult. I forgot about Dobby until he popped up in the middle of the movie (and I do mean he literally popped on screen). What I noticed is, if you weren't one of the villains or one of the three main characters then you didn't get much screen time. They have really outdone themselves with the Special Effects for this one. They really went all out. There is so much going on in this movie, that this review would be much longer.

so I'll leave you with some tidbit facts I found about the movie that I thought were interesting enough to share: This is the first time that Brendan Gleeson, Michael Byrne, Peter Mullan, and David O'Hara have appeared in the same movie since Braveheart. Jason Isaacs originally considered not returning for this film, fearing that his character's arrest and imprisonment at the end of the fifth book and film would mean very little if any screen time in the finale. Upon meeting J.K. Rowling, he begged to be let out of prison. She told him "You're out. Chapter one." This immediately convinced him to sign on for the film. One of the posters in the diner where the trio ends up in London is from Daniel Radcliffe's play Equus. Filming the torture scene at Malfoy's Manor proved to be very intense for the actors involved. So much in fact that 'Helena Bohemia Carter' approached Emma Watson right afterward to make sure they were still on good terms. Having Bellatrix carve "mudblood" into Hermione's arm was not in the script, but an idea that Emma Watson and Helena Bohemia Carter came up with together. This is the only Harry Potter film not to feature Hogwarts. (imdb.com)

All in all, I give this movie a 5 out of 5!! Bring on part 2!!!

Avatar

This monsteroucity of a movie was ok. It stars Sam Worthinton, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver , Michelle Rodriguez, Giovanni Ribisi, Joel Moore, and CCH Pounder. When his brother is killed in a robbery, paraplegic Marine Jake Sully decides to take his place in a mission on the distant world of Pandora. There he learns of greedy corporate figurehead Parker Selfridge's intentions of driving off the native humanoid "Na'vi" in order to mine for the precious material scattered throughout their rich woodland. In exchange for the spinal surgery that will fix his legs, Jake gathers intel for the cooperating military unit spearheaded by gung-ho Colonel Quaritch, while simultaneously attempting to infiltrate the Na'vi people with the use of an "avatar" identity. While Jake begins to bond with the native tribe and quickly falls in love with the beautiful alien Neytiri, the restless Colonel moves forward with his ruthless extermination tactics, forcing the soldier to take a stand - and fight back in an epic battle for the fate of Pandora. (IMDB.com)

Sam Worthington's american accent, let me tell you, I have never heard an accent slip more times than this guys. His surrey accent came out every other sentence. In fact, in an interview Sam Worthington said that it was easier for him to master the Na'vi language than the American accent. I found parts of this movie quite boring. I think this movie might be more exciting in 3D, least I hope it is. I thought I would see this movie since it got so much hype and now that I have I dont get it. This movie was def over hyped to the extreme. The CGI and effects were amazing but I didn't think it was worthy of as many oscars as it won nor do I get what all the fuss is about.




All in all, I give this movie a 2 out of 5 stars.

Sherlock Holmes

I have never seen a Sherlock Holmes movie before but I figured since it is so popular I would give it a shot. It stars Robert Downey Jr, Jude Law, Mark Strong, Rachel Mcadams, James Fox, Geraldine James, and Kelly Reily. Detective Sherlock Holmes and his stalwart partner Watson engage in a battle of wits and brawn with a nemesis whose plot is a threat to all of England. (IMDB.com)

I wasn't sure what to think about this movie but I quite liked it. I didn't love it but I didn't hate it either. It seems like mark strong is always playing the villains or the bad guys like in Stardust, Kick Ass, and Miss Pettigrew. Talk about type casting. I have to say, I was rather impressed with Robert Downey Jr's British accent. I couldn't even hear his American accent come out. He truly is a talented actor. Jude law's on the other hand...

This movie had cool fight scenes. Interesting fact about the fight scenes: In the stories, Holmes is described to be an expert in Baritsu. In the film however, the martial art that Holmes used is the Wing-Chun Kung Fu. Robert Downey Jr. is a practitioner of the art in real-life and the fight scene between him and David Garrick at Punchbowl Pit was coordinated with the help of his trainer. you Harry Potter fans will enjoy this little tidbit. Waston;s house in the movie is the same house used in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. I did find it impressive that all of the actors did their own stunts. While filming this film, Rachel Mcadams would Attempt to escape the clutches of wearing a tight corset every morning, Rachel McAdams would trick the costumers by pushing her stomach out or eating a big breakfast of oatmeal before being laced up. However, they eventually caught on to her ruse. I cant say I blame Rachel. Corsets just look very uncomfortable. The costumes were amazing though. Some of the costumes that Rachel Mcadams had one, for instance, in one scene, she had on black pants, a white loose shirt and suspenders.


All and All I give this movie a 3 out of 5 stars. It's Elementary my dear people.

Social Network

This was one of the smartest movies I have ever seen. It stars Jesse Eistenberg, Justin Timberlake, Andrew Garfield (the new spiderman), Rooney Mara, Brenda Song, and Rashida Jones. With a cameo by Aaron Sorkin. On a fall night in 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programming genius Mark Zuckerberg sits down at his computer and heatedly begins working on a new idea. In a fury of blogging and programming, what begins in his dorm room soon becomes a global social network and a revolution in communication. A mere six years and 500 million friends later, Mark Zuckerberg is the youngest billionaire in history... but for this entrepreneur, success leads to both personal and legal complications. (IMDB.com)

I have read a lot of articles on this movie. Almost all having the creator of Facebook in a bad light. Making him out as the biggest jerk, but I find this isnt so. Yes, there were points in the movie where he was a jerk. but, there were times where he showed his good side as well. The acting was brilliant! I saw this movie with two of my friends and on the way home we were saying how good Justin Timberlake was at playing an asshole. He was such a dick in this movie. Such a bad influence on the main character as well. I did find it fun that the screenwriter aaron sorkin had a little cameo. Jesse Eisenberg did such a great job. I smell an Oscar for either him and/or Andrew Garfield. When you see this movie its incredible the brain power this kid has! He is a genuis!! That must be someting to be the youngest billionare in the world! Here is a fun little tidbit: Jesse Eisenberg's cousin actually works for Facebook, apparently near the real Mark Zuckerberg. How's that for a concidence? Its interesting to get a little insight of how facebook was created and to see the people involved. I did find it interesting that the site was orginally titled The Facebook and it was Sean Parker's idea to drop the The and just have Facebook. There is some debate if this movie is based on actual events or just dramatized. This movie is for everyone. It doesnt matter if you are on Facebook or not. In conclusion, this movie will probably get alot of Oscar noms (its already getting oscar buzz).

I can't decide what to give this movie. My suggestion is to see it for yourself and make your own rating.

Kinky Boots

I just want to start out by saying that this is not a porno as much as the title says otherwise. I love this movie. Its so fun! It stars Sarah-Jane Potts, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Joel Edgerton, Nick Frost, Leo Bill, and Jemima Rooper. This movie is about Charles Price who have grown up with his father in the family shoe business, but he never thought that he would take his father's place. Yet, the untimely death of his father places him in that position, only to learn that Price & Sons Shoes is failing. While in despair at his failed attempts to save the business, Charles has a chance encounter with the flamboyant drag queen cabaret singer, Lola. Her complaints about the inadequate footwear for her work combined with one of Charles' ex-employees, Lauren, leads to a suggestion to change the product to create a desperate chance to save the business: make men's fetish footwear. Lola is convinced to be their footwear designer and the transition begins. Now this disparate lot must struggle at this unorthodox idea while dealing both the prejudice of the staff, Lola's discomfort in the small town and the selfish manipulation of Charles' greedy fiancée who cannot see the greater good in Charles' dream. Based on a true story. (IMDB.com)

I loved this movie!! It has great characters, great dialouge and of course great shoes! The guy who plays Charilie reminds me so much of Lee Pace from Pushing Daises. He even looks and acts like him too. I find it interesting that some of the things that Sarah-Jane Potts does or says remind me of her brother. which makes sense considering their brother and sister. Chiwetel Ejiofor as the drag queen Lola, was not only fabulous (of course!) but he has alot of heart as well. You were really rooting for him. The characters of Lauren and Charile were so cute together. I hated that he was with Nicola (his girlfriend) for as long as he was. She was so mean, untrustworthy, and just not supported of him and his business at all.

Not only is this movie fun and heartwarming but it is also so funny as well! Here is an sample: "Came all this way for my advice? I feel like Oprah!" see? funny right? The music is great! Since Lola is a night club singer than of course there is singing in this movie and Chiwetel Ejiofor did his own singing too. The incredible thing about this movie is that its based on a true story. This actully happened in Northamptonshire, England.


I first heard about this movie eions ago by a good friend of my mom's. She used to love anything that was fun and musical and had a heartwarming story to it. I have never heard of it until she recommended it to my mom and I. Now I love it.

I give this movie 5 out of 5 stars. Without a doubt! It has something for everybody!

Sex and the City 2

If you want to see an extended episode of Sex and the City than this movie is for you. Two years have passed since Carrie Bradshaw finally bagged John "Mr. Big" Preston, the man she was always meant to be with. Just as her friend Charlotte must deal with her young daughter's "terrible two's", Carrie must deal with her relationship taking a turn for the worse - Big likes to watch old black-and-white movies on TV and eat take-out food, which prevents Carrie from feeling like the free-wheeling party girl she used to be. Meanwhile, Miranda copes with a new boss that can't handle an intelligent, powerful woman, and Samantha works a public relations angle that gets the fashionable foursome an all-expense-paid trip to Abu Dhabi. It stars Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, Kim Catrell, Chris Noth, David Eigenberg, Evan Handler, Mario Cantone, Willie Garson, Liza Minnelli,Norm Lewis, Manuel Herrera, Lynn Cohen, Kelli O' Hara, Jason Lewis, Tim Gunn,Ron White,John Corbett,and Penelope Cruz.(Whew!)

This movie had its highs and lows. Though there wasn't really any likable characters. The four main girls have become too self absorbed and its kind of boring to watch. It did start out good, but then it got tiresome and long. The movie is almost 2 and a half hours and by the second hour I was ready for it to be over. I did love how there were little nods to the first movie and to the original series. For instance, The blue Manolo Blahnik pumps that Carrie leaves in the penthouse in Sex and the City the movie, and that Big uses as the "diamond to seal the deal," can be seen over her left shoulder when she's in her closet packing for Abu Dhabi and The dress Carrie wears to dinner when Big picks her up from her old apartment is the same one she wears when apologizing to Natasha, Big's ex-wife, for her and Big's affair in "What Goes Around Comes Around" (Season 3). The best scene I thought was the karaoke scene when all four girls sang "I am woman" and all the bar joined in. There was a very nice mother-bonding moment between Charlotte and Miranda towards the end of the movie. I feel like John Corbett's Aidan in this was underused and since he was so underused than unnecessary. I was hoping that Jason Lewis would be in it a little more than he was. Also, I was expecting him to get back together with Samantha but no dice. Which is a shame since he was the only decent guy she has ever dated. That was another thing that was ridiculous! Why did Samantha have to keep referring to her hormones and menopause and how she doesn't feel anything in her libido. Its like give it a rest!!!! Maybe no sex for awhile would do you some good! Its amazing how vain these women are! They are complaining about nothing! Carrie is trying too hard to cling on to her old life of party IT girl that she doesn't appreciate the nice mellowness (now that she is older and married) that she has at home with her husband. The gay wedding I felt like came out of left field since those two characters have always hated each other. so where did that come from? it was funny when Liza sang "Single Ladies" by Beyonce. It is always fun to spot the Broadway Actor. In this case there was Manuel Herrera, (Wicked, Legally Blonde) Norm Lewis (The Little Mermaid and Actor Fund's Production of Hair)and Kelli O' Hara (South Pacific, The Pajama Game, and Music Man). I think maybe its time for the Sex and the City franchise to finally rest in peace. Its time.



I give this movie a 2 out of 5 stars.