Hello Everyone,
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
So in my last review I took you into a galaxy far away with Rogue One. But in this review I am going to take you into a world that is spooky and creepy, you might even say it's horrible. Sorry bad pun. But it got the point across as I am going to take you into the world of horror. This was one of those films that made me want to see since I first saw the trailer. I finally did see it in the theaters, it didn't disappoint. Now on to the review of Split!
When I saw the trailer I didn't know that is was supposed to be connected to the movie "Unbreakable" staring Bruce Willis. I saw online that Bruce Willis had a cameo as his character from "Unbreakable." So when I actually saw the film I knew it was set in the same universe as "Unbreakable." But even though it has that connection, Split on it's own is a well done stand alone movie. It has different characters, different setting and a different premise that just makes it enjoyable to watch. I don't think Split really needed to be connected to "Unbreakable" and it didn't need the cameo, I still have to say that it did get me excited for a third film with Bruce Willis and James McAvoy against each other. That is if a third shall be made of course. But if a thirst doesn't get made Split is a good stand alone film with an awesome cameo.
I think what really got me interested into seeing Split is James McAvoy as the main character/villain because it was a different role for him to play. And he really pulls it off and I think he should do more like Split more often, h really does them justice. Also even though he plays the antagonist and don't want him to win, you realize he also plays a character that deals with a disorder that real like people deal with in real life. James McAvoy play a guy that has multiple personalities which is actually the part of the movie that got criticize but for me it;s the part of the movie that I found the most interesting. Because since it's a real disorder the writing and the actor could be shown it in a disrespecting way (not meaning to although) but the filmmakers brought some light on this real issue without disrespecting the issue or the people that deal with it. The only non-realistic thing about it was the part that one of the personalities has super powers. Although we don't know everything about multiple personalities disorder so I guess it's possible but I seriously doubt it. While dealing with multiple personalities, Split also deals with rape which is another real issue that many people deal with. And how a person will feel after they've been rape. But I do love how the girl's tragic backstory was the thing that saved her life. And as messed up as that was it did get to the point of the film. And the way I view it is that sometimes damage people may be a little less messed up as non-damage people But I leave it up to you on what you think the point was. With dealing with real issues like multiple personalities and rape Split really is a dark film which is perfect for horror.
Split is a thrilling, spooky and just a little scary film that even for a person who doesn't like horror will enjoy. And even if you haven't seen "Unbreakable" it's not necessary to see Split. You will understand it just fine like I said it didn't need that connection it is just a fun movie. But you might want to watch "Unbreakable" after you see "Split."
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
May the forth be with you!
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
Hello Everyone,
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
For this review I am going to take you to a galaxy far far away. Okay you can stay in your bedroom I was just kidding anyway. But I had to say that, I know corny but sometimes corny is fun. And from what I just said and by the title of this post than you all know what movie this review will be about. So since you all already know let's just get started with the review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
Unlike the episodes which are all connected by the same characters and continuing plot lines Rogue One is a side story with brand new characters and a separated story that takes place between episode three "Revenge of the Sith" and episode four "A New Hope." So it's not completely separate from the episodes, it does connect to them just a little bit. But for the most part it's a side story of a widely huge franchise. For me it was a wise decision to have the story take place before the original trilogy because it was it put the beginning into perspective. For example Rogue One really makes you realize just how much of a bad ass Princess Leia is. I mean when you see Vader slice everyone with one wave of his saber and you heat Leia basically tell him to go f*** himself. You can't help but to think that's one tough chick. The first time I watched the original trilogy I love Princess Leia because she was the only main female character that has any story. And the fact that she was a bad ass. Princess Leia was a character that could hold her own to any male character and Rogue One shows off the essence of Princess Leia.
Another great thing about Rogue One was the CGI effects that added to Grand Master Tarkin and Princess Leia. Especially since both actors are dead and we will never see them again as Tarkin and Leia, so to see them one last time was fantastic even if was someone else physically portraying them. And who knows if technology keeps getting better than filmmakers could make the effects look better than they were in this film. By seeing the CGI on Tarkin and Leia makes you as the viewer realize that the filmmakers didn't have the technology when they shot the original trilogy. The effects in "A New Hope" were good but nothing like how they are in "Rogue One."
One other thing I really enjoyed about the film is and I now have to warn you spoiler alert; is the fact that all of the main characters die at the end. It was an ending tat made the most sense. Think back to "A New Hope" the part where they're talking at the base going over the death star plans determining it's weakness. There was the line that said "many people died delivering these plans to us." Make sense! Along with that Star Wars has always been about raising the stakes. And has always been a dangerous world where people die. But with that Star wars has also been about hope which is the main theme in Rogue One. Hope is the theme that makes the whole franchise come full circle.
If you like anything Star Wars then you will enjoy watching Rogue One. You don't have to watch any of the episodes to understand the events of the film. Though it helps, it is not necessary. If you need a film to watch on your day off then I would recommend Rogue One: A Star Wars Story it's worth the watch.
-Katiejatforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
May the forth be with you!
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
For this review I am going to take you to a galaxy far far away. Okay you can stay in your bedroom I was just kidding anyway. But I had to say that, I know corny but sometimes corny is fun. And from what I just said and by the title of this post than you all know what movie this review will be about. So since you all already know let's just get started with the review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
Unlike the episodes which are all connected by the same characters and continuing plot lines Rogue One is a side story with brand new characters and a separated story that takes place between episode three "Revenge of the Sith" and episode four "A New Hope." So it's not completely separate from the episodes, it does connect to them just a little bit. But for the most part it's a side story of a widely huge franchise. For me it was a wise decision to have the story take place before the original trilogy because it was it put the beginning into perspective. For example Rogue One really makes you realize just how much of a bad ass Princess Leia is. I mean when you see Vader slice everyone with one wave of his saber and you heat Leia basically tell him to go f*** himself. You can't help but to think that's one tough chick. The first time I watched the original trilogy I love Princess Leia because she was the only main female character that has any story. And the fact that she was a bad ass. Princess Leia was a character that could hold her own to any male character and Rogue One shows off the essence of Princess Leia.
Another great thing about Rogue One was the CGI effects that added to Grand Master Tarkin and Princess Leia. Especially since both actors are dead and we will never see them again as Tarkin and Leia, so to see them one last time was fantastic even if was someone else physically portraying them. And who knows if technology keeps getting better than filmmakers could make the effects look better than they were in this film. By seeing the CGI on Tarkin and Leia makes you as the viewer realize that the filmmakers didn't have the technology when they shot the original trilogy. The effects in "A New Hope" were good but nothing like how they are in "Rogue One."
One other thing I really enjoyed about the film is and I now have to warn you spoiler alert; is the fact that all of the main characters die at the end. It was an ending tat made the most sense. Think back to "A New Hope" the part where they're talking at the base going over the death star plans determining it's weakness. There was the line that said "many people died delivering these plans to us." Make sense! Along with that Star Wars has always been about raising the stakes. And has always been a dangerous world where people die. But with that Star wars has also been about hope which is the main theme in Rogue One. Hope is the theme that makes the whole franchise come full circle.
If you like anything Star Wars then you will enjoy watching Rogue One. You don't have to watch any of the episodes to understand the events of the film. Though it helps, it is not necessary. If you need a film to watch on your day off then I would recommend Rogue One: A Star Wars Story it's worth the watch.
-Katiejatforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
May the forth be with you!
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Fantastic Beasts And Where to Find Them
Hello Everyone,
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Time for another review and this movie is part of a franchise that has a special place in my heart. And that franchise is the wizarding of Harry Potter. The reason why Harry Potter has a place in my heart is because it got me into reading books. So anything that has to do with that world is going to get me into the theater and get me hooked and interested in the story. Let's begin with the review of the prequel series Fantastic Beasts And Where to Find Them.
Let me start out saying again that this is a prequel series and place before Harry, Ron and Hermonie so you won't be seeing them but you will be seeing characters that weren't explored instead was just mentioned in the original series. Despite the fact that Fantastic is a spin off series of a huge popular series, it is also a good stand alone film. One of the things I really liked about this movie is that it gives some of the secondary Harry Potter characters s lot of backstory. The characters that were barely seen or maybe only mention, Fantastic Beasts brings them into the light and allows the audience learn more about them. I also liked the fact that it was a prequel and went into more depth about the stories that were introduced in Harry Potter and by doing that it really sets up Harry Potter. So it is a great lead up to a highly popular franchise. And it really raises the stakes for all the characters in both Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter.
Another thing that is nice about the movie is that it takes place in America. If gave us more information about the wizarding world/community in America and how it differs from the wizarding world in the United Kingdom. And J.K. Rowling has stated that there was a wizard school in America so they wouldn't go to Hogwarts which is in London. We actually had gotten a little bit of explanation of other wizarding schools in Goblet of Fire with Dunstrung and Beaubatons which are located in France and Russia. Fantastic Beasts took it a step further and explain about the world across the Atlantic Ocean. By having the film take place in America really expanded the world and maybe got other kid/people interested in the story that maybe at first wasn't. So it open the other the door to a whole new audience.
The cast was fantastic no pun intended and for those of you who haven't seen the movie and may not know there is a awesome cameo that you wouldn't want to miss. So I am not going to give away who it is, I got to leave you with a little mystery to get you want to watch the film. Which is if you think about it is what the movie is about to a degree; mystery. Trying to solve who is responsible for all the chaos and destruction. Fantastic Beasts has all the wonder that Harry Potter has and is a great prequel to a great story.
Though this review may be a little bias meaning that I love Harry Potter as it got me to enjoy reading. But who cares it's still a great flick.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Time for another review and this movie is part of a franchise that has a special place in my heart. And that franchise is the wizarding of Harry Potter. The reason why Harry Potter has a place in my heart is because it got me into reading books. So anything that has to do with that world is going to get me into the theater and get me hooked and interested in the story. Let's begin with the review of the prequel series Fantastic Beasts And Where to Find Them.
Let me start out saying again that this is a prequel series and place before Harry, Ron and Hermonie so you won't be seeing them but you will be seeing characters that weren't explored instead was just mentioned in the original series. Despite the fact that Fantastic is a spin off series of a huge popular series, it is also a good stand alone film. One of the things I really liked about this movie is that it gives some of the secondary Harry Potter characters s lot of backstory. The characters that were barely seen or maybe only mention, Fantastic Beasts brings them into the light and allows the audience learn more about them. I also liked the fact that it was a prequel and went into more depth about the stories that were introduced in Harry Potter and by doing that it really sets up Harry Potter. So it is a great lead up to a highly popular franchise. And it really raises the stakes for all the characters in both Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter.
Another thing that is nice about the movie is that it takes place in America. If gave us more information about the wizarding world/community in America and how it differs from the wizarding world in the United Kingdom. And J.K. Rowling has stated that there was a wizard school in America so they wouldn't go to Hogwarts which is in London. We actually had gotten a little bit of explanation of other wizarding schools in Goblet of Fire with Dunstrung and Beaubatons which are located in France and Russia. Fantastic Beasts took it a step further and explain about the world across the Atlantic Ocean. By having the film take place in America really expanded the world and maybe got other kid/people interested in the story that maybe at first wasn't. So it open the other the door to a whole new audience.
The cast was fantastic no pun intended and for those of you who haven't seen the movie and may not know there is a awesome cameo that you wouldn't want to miss. So I am not going to give away who it is, I got to leave you with a little mystery to get you want to watch the film. Which is if you think about it is what the movie is about to a degree; mystery. Trying to solve who is responsible for all the chaos and destruction. Fantastic Beasts has all the wonder that Harry Potter has and is a great prequel to a great story.
Though this review may be a little bias meaning that I love Harry Potter as it got me to enjoy reading. But who cares it's still a great flick.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Monday, May 1, 2017
Doctor Strange
Hello Everyone,
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Yeah I know its been a while since my last review, the Christmas season was a killer on me. But now is the perfect time for a new review. And by the title, I am sure none of you are surprised that it is a Marvel movie. What can I say I sure love superhero and comic book films. Plus Benedict Cumberbatch is awesome! Alright time to start the review of Doctor Strange.
Disney has done a awesome job on the movies since they bought Marvel. The marvel cinematic universe is entertaining and just altogether fun to watch. And Doctor Strange is no different. Once you see the movie you will see the parallels between Doctor Strange and Thor. Not just with the magic aspect but by the way the characters are similar. At the start of the film both are arrogant, selfish, clueless when it comes to their love interest. Both think they know it all and both come to realize that they really don't know anything at all. Both Strange and Thor go through an event that forces them them to go through an transformation. Thor being exiled to Earth and Strange, the ending of his career as a doctor. And both come out of the transformation as a better man. Both Strange and Thor are fun characters and you want them to succeed. There are many more similarities between Strange and Thor from both be charming to both being willing to sacrifice themselves to protect human kind and the universe. And with that we want more of these two fighting side by side than just the one thirty second ending credit scene that we got.
In my opinion the most impressive feature of this film is the visual effects. The way they were able to show the characters doing magic and going to opposite ends of the world in 0-2 seconds and them battling on buildings twisting and turning was just impressive. Doctor Strange is by for the movie in the entire MCU (marvel cinematic universe) that has the most special effects. And you think when a movie that has to rely so much on special effects that the story will fall flat. But that is not the case with Doctor Strange, the writing was just as compelling as the effects. And much like Captain America: Civil War both the hero and the villain were both right in their own way and that neither of them were wrong. When a movie can make you see the points of view of both the hero and villain, bow that's good writing.
All the actors were fantastic. Benedict Cumberbatch was brilliant as Doctor Strange and I can't wait to see where he goes with the character from here on out. I thought all the other actors were equal to Cumberbatch. The only one I would of like to see more of is Rachael McAdams character. But I like the fact she was able to throw all of Strange's crap back at him. Here's to hoping we get to see more of her in future movies and appearances. One final note just like the Hulk in the Avengers, the caps of levitation was the real hero of the entire film. I loved the cape, it's awesome.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Yeah I know its been a while since my last review, the Christmas season was a killer on me. But now is the perfect time for a new review. And by the title, I am sure none of you are surprised that it is a Marvel movie. What can I say I sure love superhero and comic book films. Plus Benedict Cumberbatch is awesome! Alright time to start the review of Doctor Strange.
Disney has done a awesome job on the movies since they bought Marvel. The marvel cinematic universe is entertaining and just altogether fun to watch. And Doctor Strange is no different. Once you see the movie you will see the parallels between Doctor Strange and Thor. Not just with the magic aspect but by the way the characters are similar. At the start of the film both are arrogant, selfish, clueless when it comes to their love interest. Both think they know it all and both come to realize that they really don't know anything at all. Both Strange and Thor go through an event that forces them them to go through an transformation. Thor being exiled to Earth and Strange, the ending of his career as a doctor. And both come out of the transformation as a better man. Both Strange and Thor are fun characters and you want them to succeed. There are many more similarities between Strange and Thor from both be charming to both being willing to sacrifice themselves to protect human kind and the universe. And with that we want more of these two fighting side by side than just the one thirty second ending credit scene that we got.
In my opinion the most impressive feature of this film is the visual effects. The way they were able to show the characters doing magic and going to opposite ends of the world in 0-2 seconds and them battling on buildings twisting and turning was just impressive. Doctor Strange is by for the movie in the entire MCU (marvel cinematic universe) that has the most special effects. And you think when a movie that has to rely so much on special effects that the story will fall flat. But that is not the case with Doctor Strange, the writing was just as compelling as the effects. And much like Captain America: Civil War both the hero and the villain were both right in their own way and that neither of them were wrong. When a movie can make you see the points of view of both the hero and villain, bow that's good writing.
All the actors were fantastic. Benedict Cumberbatch was brilliant as Doctor Strange and I can't wait to see where he goes with the character from here on out. I thought all the other actors were equal to Cumberbatch. The only one I would of like to see more of is Rachael McAdams character. But I like the fact she was able to throw all of Strange's crap back at him. Here's to hoping we get to see more of her in future movies and appearances. One final note just like the Hulk in the Avengers, the caps of levitation was the real hero of the entire film. I loved the cape, it's awesome.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Inferno
Hello Everyone,
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
I just talked about Star Trek: Beyond in my last review and I mention that it was a thrilling ride and anyone will enjoy it but this film is totally different. But still just as exciting as Star Trek was and don't worry if you don't like science fiction because this next film is not sci-fi. Though I supposed you can argue it has a bit of science in it. But that is not the same as being a sci-fi movie. Now let's get started with the review of Inferno.
So I've been doing these reviews for a while and I just went back through my notes and discovered that I have never wrote about an Tom Hanks film. To me this seems strange because Tom Hanks is my favorite actor and the fact that I haven't written about any of his movies until now is baffling. Well it was bound to happen sooner or later and Inferno is as good as any to begin with. Inferno is the forth book, third film in the Robert Langdon series. Now I haven't read the book but I quite enjoyed the movie. I found this movie a good mystery just like The DaVinci Code and Angels and Demons, the other two Robert Langdon films. But like the first two, Inferno deals a lot with religion and faith. Speaking of the latter all three films are a good test of faith, trying to figure out just what you believe. If you like films about faith and religion or you would like to learn more about the two and discover more about the Bible, then this is the movie for you. And you will find Inferno interesting and engaging and you might discovered what exactly it is you believe in.
Although that last part is just a big might but the very least you just might be entertained watching the film.
This film hasn't gotten very many good review from critics and what most seem to be saying is while DaVinci Code was about the clues, this one is about the action and comes across like The Bourne film series. And while I see their point it really doesn't turn into The Bourne movies until the end of the second act in to the third. Up until then it was very much about the clues. Especially because it starts out with our main character waking up and not remember where he is or how he even got to be where hes at, and what it going on and what hes been up to. So he has to put the the pieces together and figure out that has happen. Then you get to the end of the second act where it is revealed that the people that contacted him for help had been the ones who set up the whole him not remembering thing and that did turn the movie into The Bourne films. But even when it became less about the clues it was still enjoyable especially because by the time it turned into The Bourne Identity the characters had pretty much figure everything out. It was just about the race to stop the bad guys. Now I have spoiled some of the film for those of you who haven't seen the film but I won't reveal the big twist I'll just that it's a doozy.
Now Inferno may not be as mysterious as The DaVinci Code or Angels and Demons. It is still a good episode in the Robert Langdon series and the movie makes me want to read the book. Tom Hanks is excellent as usual and I can't wait to see if there will be a next one. For the time being I'll just have to enjoy the ones we do have.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
I just talked about Star Trek: Beyond in my last review and I mention that it was a thrilling ride and anyone will enjoy it but this film is totally different. But still just as exciting as Star Trek was and don't worry if you don't like science fiction because this next film is not sci-fi. Though I supposed you can argue it has a bit of science in it. But that is not the same as being a sci-fi movie. Now let's get started with the review of Inferno.
So I've been doing these reviews for a while and I just went back through my notes and discovered that I have never wrote about an Tom Hanks film. To me this seems strange because Tom Hanks is my favorite actor and the fact that I haven't written about any of his movies until now is baffling. Well it was bound to happen sooner or later and Inferno is as good as any to begin with. Inferno is the forth book, third film in the Robert Langdon series. Now I haven't read the book but I quite enjoyed the movie. I found this movie a good mystery just like The DaVinci Code and Angels and Demons, the other two Robert Langdon films. But like the first two, Inferno deals a lot with religion and faith. Speaking of the latter all three films are a good test of faith, trying to figure out just what you believe. If you like films about faith and religion or you would like to learn more about the two and discover more about the Bible, then this is the movie for you. And you will find Inferno interesting and engaging and you might discovered what exactly it is you believe in.
Although that last part is just a big might but the very least you just might be entertained watching the film.
This film hasn't gotten very many good review from critics and what most seem to be saying is while DaVinci Code was about the clues, this one is about the action and comes across like The Bourne film series. And while I see their point it really doesn't turn into The Bourne movies until the end of the second act in to the third. Up until then it was very much about the clues. Especially because it starts out with our main character waking up and not remember where he is or how he even got to be where hes at, and what it going on and what hes been up to. So he has to put the the pieces together and figure out that has happen. Then you get to the end of the second act where it is revealed that the people that contacted him for help had been the ones who set up the whole him not remembering thing and that did turn the movie into The Bourne films. But even when it became less about the clues it was still enjoyable especially because by the time it turned into The Bourne Identity the characters had pretty much figure everything out. It was just about the race to stop the bad guys. Now I have spoiled some of the film for those of you who haven't seen the film but I won't reveal the big twist I'll just that it's a doozy.
Now Inferno may not be as mysterious as The DaVinci Code or Angels and Demons. It is still a good episode in the Robert Langdon series and the movie makes me want to read the book. Tom Hanks is excellent as usual and I can't wait to see if there will be a next one. For the time being I'll just have to enjoy the ones we do have.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Monday, November 14, 2016
Star Trek: Beyond
Hello Everyone,
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Time for another movie review and this time around it is a third installment of a franchise that has been around since the mid sixties. Has developed a cult following and has become one of the most well known sci-fi franchises to this very day. With that said let's move on to this review the latest Star Trek film Star Trek: Beyond.
Now if you don't like sci-fi or you prefer Star Wars than you may want to stop reading this review and check out my review of Star Wars: The Force Awakens or just stop reading for those of you whom just doesn't enjoy sci-fi. So if you guys want to go then go ahead, no hard feelings I won't stop you. For those of you that are still reading then I recommend you see this movie especially if you have seen Star Trek and Star Trek: Into Darkness. You will find the next story just as compelling and entertaining as the previous two. And if you don't then your taking Star Trek too seriously. Sorry I just wanted to say that to all the hard core trekies. You can't take this franchise seriously! Anyway Star Trek: Beyond is great because it's different from the other two. It has different problems and different solutions in solving those problems. And you see different friendships forming that you didn't get to see in the last two films. While at the same time you still see the friendships that formed in Into Darkness. For example while the Kirk-Spock relationship took center stage in the first two, in this one you get to see Spock-Bones interaction and Kirk-Chekov friendship forming. I really enjoyed seeing Spock and Bones getting more screen time together. Because in the original series those two characters were an essential part of the show and their interactions were always funny. Because they were so different and were on opposite sides. Where Bones was on the emotional, human side of things Spock was in the Vulcan, logical side so seeing Bones and Spock interact in the same manner in Beyond was a nice throwback to the original.
Even though J.J. Abrams wasn't directing as he was a bit busy working on Star Wars: The Force Awakens, I figured Beyond was still going to be amusing because Simon Pegg was writing it. And Simon Pegg is a super nerd especially when it comes to Star Trek, so I knew he would do a good job with the story. One thing I enjoyed about the story is that in the mix of all the action and character interactions, there is also some comedy and humor in it. I think the best movies are the ones that has a good blend of action where the characters are kick ass and humor where the characters get to show that they are having a good time with each other. Simon Pegg is always great of blending those two elements in his scripts and Star Trek: Beyond is no different.
Star Trek: Beyond is a great, thrilling and exciting ride and you will find both action packed and entertaining. It's just a shame this film was Anton Yelchin's last role before his tragic passing.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Time for another movie review and this time around it is a third installment of a franchise that has been around since the mid sixties. Has developed a cult following and has become one of the most well known sci-fi franchises to this very day. With that said let's move on to this review the latest Star Trek film Star Trek: Beyond.
Now if you don't like sci-fi or you prefer Star Wars than you may want to stop reading this review and check out my review of Star Wars: The Force Awakens or just stop reading for those of you whom just doesn't enjoy sci-fi. So if you guys want to go then go ahead, no hard feelings I won't stop you. For those of you that are still reading then I recommend you see this movie especially if you have seen Star Trek and Star Trek: Into Darkness. You will find the next story just as compelling and entertaining as the previous two. And if you don't then your taking Star Trek too seriously. Sorry I just wanted to say that to all the hard core trekies. You can't take this franchise seriously! Anyway Star Trek: Beyond is great because it's different from the other two. It has different problems and different solutions in solving those problems. And you see different friendships forming that you didn't get to see in the last two films. While at the same time you still see the friendships that formed in Into Darkness. For example while the Kirk-Spock relationship took center stage in the first two, in this one you get to see Spock-Bones interaction and Kirk-Chekov friendship forming. I really enjoyed seeing Spock and Bones getting more screen time together. Because in the original series those two characters were an essential part of the show and their interactions were always funny. Because they were so different and were on opposite sides. Where Bones was on the emotional, human side of things Spock was in the Vulcan, logical side so seeing Bones and Spock interact in the same manner in Beyond was a nice throwback to the original.
Even though J.J. Abrams wasn't directing as he was a bit busy working on Star Wars: The Force Awakens, I figured Beyond was still going to be amusing because Simon Pegg was writing it. And Simon Pegg is a super nerd especially when it comes to Star Trek, so I knew he would do a good job with the story. One thing I enjoyed about the story is that in the mix of all the action and character interactions, there is also some comedy and humor in it. I think the best movies are the ones that has a good blend of action where the characters are kick ass and humor where the characters get to show that they are having a good time with each other. Simon Pegg is always great of blending those two elements in his scripts and Star Trek: Beyond is no different.
Star Trek: Beyond is a great, thrilling and exciting ride and you will find both action packed and entertaining. It's just a shame this film was Anton Yelchin's last role before his tragic passing.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Legend of Tarzan
Hello Everyone,
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Well it had been a while since my last review but I have found some free time on my hands, so now is the perfect time for one. This film is not really a major hyped up movie but maybe it should be. I'll leave it up to you to decide everyone's opinion is different. Okay enough with the introduction let's get on with the review of Legend of Tarzan.
My dad was the one who saw this film first and told me it was good. And when he enjoys a movie, you know its entertaining, he can be rather critical at time as far as movies are concern. I mean he hated the Disney Tarzan almost as much as he hated Disney Lion King. So when he said it was good I knew it was. So when I finally did see it, I also found it an action packed, entertaining, dark movie and I really enjoyed it. Now I haven't read any of the novels but my dad has. So I asked him if Legend of Tarzan were like the books and he told me the feel of the entire film were that of the novels. And now I want to read the books.
You might be wondering why I am talking about the feel or look of the film and that is because that is what I liked the most. That it was dark and gritty. It did't hold anything back from showing Tarzan's hands being reshaped like gorilla's from him running on them throughout childhood, to him getting seriously mauled by a gorilla. Heck there was a scene that showed him killing a kid and him admitting he had no mercy or honor. And it really hit its point of darkness when at the climax it showed the villain played by the awesome Christoph Waltz getting eaten by crocodiles. That is some dark stuff right there. The fact that they don't hold anything back is something that doesn't usually happen, most movies have been tamed down to a certain point.
But as much as it was dark it did also have some heart to it. With Tarzan loving and wanting to protect Jane and will do anything and everything to get her back once the bad guy took her. But also don't get me wrong Jane is not in any way a damsel in distress she was fully capable of protecting herself. Which is another reason why the film is enjoyable, the female lead is just as strong as the male lead. And because both of the leads are strong, independent characters it make them as a couple much more believable, they love and protect but can also challenge each other and are not afraid to tell each other what they are really feeling. And the chemistry between the actors Alexander Skarsgard (for all you True Blood fans) and Margot Robbie (Suicide Squad played Harley Quinn) was undeniable. They were great together. Also the story was believable as well because even though Tarzan was raised by gorillas doesn't mean there were no other people that lived there. It is Africa there are villages and tribes he would come across. And as far as the villain well there are people that are so greedy they would exploit whatever and whomever for the betterment of their own lives. Legend of Tarzan is a thrill ride that anyone will enjoy but I would not recommend it for kids wait until their older.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
Spoiler Alert!!!!!
Well it had been a while since my last review but I have found some free time on my hands, so now is the perfect time for one. This film is not really a major hyped up movie but maybe it should be. I'll leave it up to you to decide everyone's opinion is different. Okay enough with the introduction let's get on with the review of Legend of Tarzan.
My dad was the one who saw this film first and told me it was good. And when he enjoys a movie, you know its entertaining, he can be rather critical at time as far as movies are concern. I mean he hated the Disney Tarzan almost as much as he hated Disney Lion King. So when he said it was good I knew it was. So when I finally did see it, I also found it an action packed, entertaining, dark movie and I really enjoyed it. Now I haven't read any of the novels but my dad has. So I asked him if Legend of Tarzan were like the books and he told me the feel of the entire film were that of the novels. And now I want to read the books.
You might be wondering why I am talking about the feel or look of the film and that is because that is what I liked the most. That it was dark and gritty. It did't hold anything back from showing Tarzan's hands being reshaped like gorilla's from him running on them throughout childhood, to him getting seriously mauled by a gorilla. Heck there was a scene that showed him killing a kid and him admitting he had no mercy or honor. And it really hit its point of darkness when at the climax it showed the villain played by the awesome Christoph Waltz getting eaten by crocodiles. That is some dark stuff right there. The fact that they don't hold anything back is something that doesn't usually happen, most movies have been tamed down to a certain point.
But as much as it was dark it did also have some heart to it. With Tarzan loving and wanting to protect Jane and will do anything and everything to get her back once the bad guy took her. But also don't get me wrong Jane is not in any way a damsel in distress she was fully capable of protecting herself. Which is another reason why the film is enjoyable, the female lead is just as strong as the male lead. And because both of the leads are strong, independent characters it make them as a couple much more believable, they love and protect but can also challenge each other and are not afraid to tell each other what they are really feeling. And the chemistry between the actors Alexander Skarsgard (for all you True Blood fans) and Margot Robbie (Suicide Squad played Harley Quinn) was undeniable. They were great together. Also the story was believable as well because even though Tarzan was raised by gorillas doesn't mean there were no other people that lived there. It is Africa there are villages and tribes he would come across. And as far as the villain well there are people that are so greedy they would exploit whatever and whomever for the betterment of their own lives. Legend of Tarzan is a thrill ride that anyone will enjoy but I would not recommend it for kids wait until their older.
-Katiejayforever
P.S. Stand by for next review!
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