Trailers of the Month

Movie Review: My Sister's Keeper

Monday, November 30, 2009 0 comments

Synopsis: Sara and Brian Fitzgerald's life with their young son and their two-year-old daughter, Kate, is forever altered when they learn that Kate has leukemia. The parents' only hope is to conceive another child, specifically intended to save Kate's life. For some, such genetic engineering would raise both moral and ethical questions; for the Fitzgeralds, Sara in particular, there is no choice but to do whatever it takes to keep Kate alive. And what it takes is Anna. Kate and Anna share a bond closer than most sisters: though Kate is older, she relies on her little sister--in fact, her life depends on Anna. Throughout their young lives, the sisters endure various medical procedures and hospital stays--just another part of their close-knit family's otherwise normal life. Sara, a loving wife and mother who left her career as an attorney to care for her daughter, is sometimes lost inside the single-minded caregiver she has become in her efforts to save Kate. Her strong, supportive husband, Brian, is often rendered powerless and passive by his wife's strength and determination. And their only son, Jesse, drifts, at times all but forgotten as Kate and Anna take center stage. Until Anna, now 11, says "no." Seeking medical emancipation, she hires her own lawyer initiating a court case that divides the family and that could leave Kate's rapidly failing body in the hands of fate.

Starring: Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin, Alec Baldwin, Jason Patric, Joan Cusack
Directed by: Nick Cassavetes
U.S. Rating: PG-13

I had no idea what this movie was about. I knew it was a book and I knew there was a girl with cancer in it but that is all I knew. I was NOT prepared for what I would see and feel. It was brilliant. I cried so much. My eyes and mind were completely fixated on this story. It is so sad. Know that. It is sad. You get your heart ripped out a few times in this movie. It really affected me. Great acting all around. Perfect really! They cast this really really well. I can't imagine ANYONE else playing these parts. I truly believed they were all a family and I REALLY felt like Kate had cancer. What a transformation. In the ending you finally understand what is going on and your heart just breaks. Really well done. Everyone should see this with a box of tissues. Don't say I didn't warn you.

What did I like from this movie?

1. The casting. Really great cast and everyone did a great job
2. The makeup artist that made Kate a cancer patient. Wow. I'm still in shock at how real she looked
3. It was an emotional roller coaster the whole movie. I love those tearjerkers. It makes me feel alive that I can feel something so deeply in a movie
4. Beautiful storyline. Only something a novelist could write. Not a screen play writer. I love book adaptations

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. That I had no idea what this movie was about and I cried like a baby because I wasn't prepared

I would rate this movie with a 5/5


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Movie Review: Blown Away

Sunday, November 29, 2009 0 comments

Synopsis: Jimmy Dove works for the bomb squad in Boston and he is always the one who is on the tough jobs. One day he decides to quit the force and to become a teacher for the rookies of the squad. A few days later his former partner is killed by a bomb and Jimmy becomes suspicious that maybe this bomb could have been built by a former friend of himself. He begins to investigate and finds out that his worst nightmare has returned from his past.

Starring: Jeff Bridges, Tommy Lee Jones, Suzy Amis, Lloyd Bridges, Forest Whitaker
Directed by: Stephen Hopkins
U.S. Rating: R

One of the great summer action movies from the 90's. Some people consider it a great action movie, other people consider the plot a little bit slow, lack of action and released in a time when similar plots were released just weeks before. No matter the critics, I personlly believe that Blown Away is a great thriller with some action/suspense material, supported by such a great cast. Tommy Lee Jones, one of my top Hollywood actors of all times plays as the villain in this plot, the bomber who escaped from prison in Ireland and came to America to cause chaos among the city of Boston and keep in suspense the bomb squad led by Jeff Bridges. A great action/suspense film to watch any good evening at home.

What did I like from this movie?

1. No matter the level of action scenes people expect from this movie, I personally believe that one of the great things about this film is the suspense and action scenes offered throughout the whole plot
2. Jeff Bridges and Tommy Lee Jones roles were amazingly played in this movie

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. Maybe a little bit more action, as everyone else were expecting

I would rate this movie with a 3/5


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Movie Review: My Life in Ruins

Saturday, November 28, 2009 2 comments

Synopsis: A Greek tour guide named Georgia attempts to recapture her kefi (Greek for “mojo”) by guiding a ragtag group of tourists around Greece and showing them the beauty of her native land. Along the way, she manages to open their eyes to the wonders of an exotic foreign land while beginning to see the world through a new set of eyes in the process.

Starring: Nia Vardalos, Richard Dreyfuss, Harland Williams, Rachel Dratch, Caroline Goodall
Directed by: Donald Petrie
U.S. Rating: PG-13

Nia Vardalos, the writer and star of one of the sweetest movies I've watched so far, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, is back with a new "Greek" romantic comedy. Nia plays the role of a tour guide who deeply loves all the ancient history involved in Greece cuture and architecture but has no luck in sharing this knowledge and passion to her tourist group. Besides this lack of passion from his group, she seems to be placed in second place, getting the worst bus, bus driver and hotels. On her latest tour trip, she decides to quit her job and make this trip her last tour. She never expects the experience she lives with her group, the influence she can make in other people's lives and how they can affect in hers. She also finds the love of her life and all this experience makes her to move forward and keep working on this tour company. A really entertaining romantic comedy, definitely not as funny and sweet as My Big Fat Greek Weeding, but entertaining though.

What did I like from this movie?

1. The tourist stereotypes, so true! Really funny
2. The competition between Nia and the other tour guide. Really funny the simple technique used by the other tour guide: Souvenirs?
3. The moment when she's leaving the hotel and drops the letter at the hotel reception. So funny how the receptionist hits on her

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. The cast could be much better. Having some good people involved, like Richard Dreyfuss, it could be much better. It wasn't as funny and good as it should be

I would rate this movie with a 3/5


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Following the huge success and fame obtained by Twilight and New Moon, here's the new movie trailer for Robert Pattinson's latest film, Rebember Me. Robert Pattinson will be working with Pierce Brosnan, Emilie de Ravin and Chris Cooper. A new romantic drama movie for your personal list in 2010!

Synopsis: Tyler is a rebellious young man in New York City who has a strained relationship with his father ever since tragedy separated their family. Tyler didn’t think anyone could possibly understand what he was going through until the day he met Ally through an unusual twist of fate. Love was the last thing on his mind, but as her spirit unexpectedly heals and inspires him, he begins to fall for her. Through their love, he begins to find happiness and meaning in his life. But soon, hidden secrets are revealed, and the circumstances that brought them together slowly threaten to tear them apart. Remember Me is an unforgettable story about the power of love, the strength of family, and the importance of living passionately and treasuring every day of one’s life.

Release Date: February 12th, 2010

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Synopsis: Warriors converge on the streets of Bangkok, preparing for the ultimate battle of terror versus beauty, light versus darkness and good versus evil.

Starring: Kristin Kreuk, Neal McDonough, Chris Klein, Michael Clarke Duncan, Moon Bloodgood
Directed by: Andrzej Bartkowiak
U.S. Rating: PG-13

Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li, a street fighting movie with no fighting scenes! For all those who have ever played the game will know that Street Fighter is all about special powers and street fights. Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li brings the story of Chun-Li, the daughter of Xiang, a well connected businessman. Chun-Li dreams to be a famous pianist. Once they move to Hong Kong, Bison and his men kidnap Xiang and force him to work for Bison. Chun-Li has to grow up only with her mother. Few years later, she succeeds as a famous pianist and her mother dies due to a terminal sickness. Chun-Li receives a mysterious scroll written in ancient chinese. She plans to find revenge and see what happened with her dad. In the other hand, there is a couple of police detectives investigating the assasination of several businessmen. Everything gets interconnected when Chun-Li starts finding answers about the ancient scroll, Bison and her dad, and these two police detectives get closer trying to catch Bison and his men. I had great expectations about this movie, since its 1994 predecessor with Jean-Claude Van Damme was one of his worst movies in his personal filmography list. My honest opinion? This movie adaptation is an offense to one of the video games ever made.

What did I like from this movie?

Well, honestly, I didn't enjoy the movie, since it didn't accomplished none of my expectations

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. It is an action movie with just a couple of really lousy fight scenes
2. The detective couple were the worst cops ever!
3. The plot seemed to be so weak that loses so much details on the script

I would rate this movie with a 1/5


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Sony Pictures & Lionsgate released the first movie trailer for Nicolas Cage's new film Season of the Witch. The film is a fantasy horror movie set in the Middle Age and it looks as creepy as it can get!

Synopsis: A 14th century Crusader returns with his comrade to a homeland devastated by the Black Plague. A beleaguered church, deeming sorcery the culprit of the plague, commands the two knights to transport an accused witch to a remote abbey, where monks will perform a ritual in hopes of ending the pestilence. A priest, a grieving knight, an itinerant swindler and a headstrong youth who can only dream of becoming a knight join a mission troubled by mythically hostile wilderness and fierce contention over the fate of the girl. When the embattled party arrives at the abbey, a horrific discovery jeopardizes the knight's pledge to ensure the girl fair treatment, and pits them against an inexplicably powerful and destructive force.

Release Date: March 19th, 2010

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Movie Review: An Inconvenient Truth

Thursday, November 26, 2009 0 comments

Synopsis: Director Davis Guggenheim eloquently weaves the science of global warming with Mr. Gore's personal history and lifelong commitment to reversing the effects of global climate change. A longtime advocate for the environment, Gore presents a wide array of facts and information in a thoughtful and compelling way. "Al Gore strips his presentations of politics, laying out the facts for the audience to draw their own conclusions in a charming, funny and engaging style, and by the end has everyone on the edge of their seats, gripped by his haunting message," said Guggenheim. An Inconvenient Truth is not a story of despair but rather a rallying cry to protect the one earth we all share. "It is now clear that we face a deepening global climate crisis that requires us to act boldly, quickly, and wisely," said Gore.

Starring: Al Gore
Directed by: Davis Guggenheim
U.S. Rating: PG

One of the best documentaries I've watched until this day. No matter how dramatic or eco-horrific it might look, Al Gore put so much statistical facts, information powerful and intelligent arguments all together to present not a "scary" but thoughtful documentary about how our actions directly affect the nature and the world we live in. Al Gore tries to describe not just what Global Warming is, how it works, but how it affects the planet and our lives, especially through all the latest events and natural disasters. I personally learned some amazing details about our planet that I wasn't aware of. Totally recommended... Worth of the Oscar received.

What did I like from this movie?

1. The statistical facts and information presented in such a professional manner and in a very entertaining way

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. So much material, thoughtful facts and information that might not being taken as serious as it should

I would rate this movie with a 5/5


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Here's the movie trailer for Bryce Dallas Howard and Chris Evans' latest film, The Lost of a Teardrop Diamond. The film is about the debutante daughter of a Memphis plantation owner in the 1920s has a distaste for narrow minded people and a penchant for shocking and insulting those around her. The film will be released on New Years Eve. I'm not a great fan of these plots and period in history, but it seems to be a really great production. Even the trailer has its unique touch. Hope you enjoy it!

Synopsis: Fisher Willow is a headstrong young heiress who chafes under the constraints of proper Southern society, and rebels by asking the impoverished but handsome son of her father's caretaker, Jimmy Dobyne, to escort her to the major social events of the season. The relationship is purely a business arrangement at the outset, with Fisher paying for Jimmy's time and attention, but when she discovers that she really loves him, she finds it impossible to re-write the rules and earn the affection she tried to buy.

Release Date: December 30th, 2009

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Synopsis: Stranded in 1955, Marty must now travel to 1885 to rescue Doc Brown. Surviving Indian attacks and unfriendly townsfolk, its up to Marty to grab the love-struck Doc, leave the wild west and get back to the future.

Starring: Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Mary Steenburgen, Thomas F. Wilson, Lea Thompson
Directed by: Robert Zemeckis, Max Kleven
U.S. Rating: PG

Once again, Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd bring the perfect combination. Lloyd's weirdness and Fox's personality bring a great entertainment for the third sequel of this successful franchise. Better than the second one, but not as good as the first one. I'm glad they haven't gone for a fourth sequel, since it would be such a complicated plot!

What did I like from this movie?

1. The script was better and more entertaining than the previous sequel. New characters involved in the story, but Zemeckis kept the original idea in this sequel

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. Nothing. I believe that this franchise is unique in its kind!

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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Movie Review: Back to The Future 2

Tuesday, November 24, 2009 0 comments

Synopsis: Marty and Doc fix the McFly family in the year 2015 only to find new wrinkles back home in Hill Valley, 1985, which forces them to go back to 1955 once again to fix the future. Whew! Academy Award Nominations: Best Visual Effects.

Starring: Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Thomas F. Wilson, Harry Waters Jr
Directed by: Robert Zemeckis, Max Kleven
U.S. Rating: PG-13

Great sequel, even though, not as good as the first one... or the third one. No matter what, ack to The Future 2 was such an amazing movie in the late 80's. Honored with an Oscar nomination for its visual effects, Back to The Future 2 offered more than just a entertaining plot. One of the best franchises of all time!

What did I like from this movie?

1. Definitely, the skates!
2. It was a more complicated script, but it was still easy to follow

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. It was a really entertaining movie, I totally enjoyed it

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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Walt Disney Studios and Paramount Pictures have released the new movie trailer for Miley Cyrus latest film, The Last Song. A romantic drama from the creator of The Notebook. It seems a little bit too girly for me, but I'm sure it's a good one though. I'm sure there will be a lot of people out there that will love to watch this movie.

Synopsis: A rebellious teenager has to spend the summer with her estranged father, a concert pianist.

Release Date: April 2nd, 2010

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Movie Review: Sahara

Monday, November 23, 2009 2 comments

Synopsis: When master explorer Dirk Pitt finds a fabled coin linked to a historical legend, he takes on the adventure of his life as he embarks on a treasure hunt through some of the most dangerous regions of West Africa. As they search for what locals call the 'Ship of Death' --a long-lost Civil War battleship that protects a secret cargo-- Dirk and his wisecracking sidekick, Al Giordino, meet Dr. Eva Rojas, a beautiful and brilliant doctor who believes that the hidden treasure may be connected to a larger problem that threatens the world around them. Hunting for a ship that no one else thinks exists, Dirk, Al, and Eva must rely on their wits and their daring heroics to outsmart dangerous warlords, survive the threatening terrain, and get to the bottom of both mysteries.

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Steve Zahn, Penelope Cruz, Lambert Wilson, Glynn Turman
Directed by: Breck Eisner
U.S. Rating: PG-13

We could say that Sahara is kind of a bad mix of great plots like Indiana Jones & National Treasure, with some sort of funny and enjoyable moments. Matthew McConaughey and Steve Zahn play the roles of explorers or... treasure hunters in Africa. Trying to find an old ship that was part of a history legend, they get involved in such an epic adventure trying to solve a mysterious threat that have been poisoning and killing the locals. They meet Penelope Cruz, who plays the role of a doctor from the World Health Organization and all three together try to find the connection between the civil-war ship and the mysterious threat, facing so many different situations and adventures until the moment they find the source of the threat and destroy it, as well as they find the old ship and get the gold hidden for decades in it. A pretty silly and dumb plot with a good cast, offering some really good laughs and entertaining scenes.

What did I like from this movie?

1. The moment when Matthew and Steve are in the middle of the desert and find the old plane, looking for a toolkit
2. When they're inside the chemical factory and Steve tells Matthew that he'll look for the bomb and Matthew should save the girl, kind of a dumb cliche, but was really funny
3. Some few good action and comedy scenes

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. A pretty lousy plot. We don't know if compare it with these great films like Indiana Jones or National Treasure. It would be the worst, since these films would make Sahara look like the worst movie ever

I would rate this movie with a 3/5


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Synopsis: What if we are on the brink of a new Ice Age? This is the question that haunts climatologist Jack Hall. Hall's research indicates that global warming could trigger an abrupt and catastrophic shift in the planet's climate. While Jack warns the White House of the impending climate shift, his 17 year-old son Sam finds himself trapped in New York City where he and some friends have been competing in a high school academic competition. He must now cope with the severe flooding and plummeting temperatures in Manhattan. Having taken refuge inside the Manhattan Public Library, Sam manages to reach his father by phone. Jack only has time for one warning: stay inside at all costs. As full-scale, massive evacuations to the south begin, Jack heads north to New York City to save Sam. But not even Jack is prepared for what is about to happen--to him, to his son, and to his planet.

Starring: Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal, Emmy Rossum, Dash Mihok, Jay O. Sanders
Directed by: Roland Emmerich
U.S. Rating: PG-13

One of my favorite movies. Another great action film related with a global warming concern script directed by Roland Emmerich. In this plot, Dennis Quaid plays the key role of a scientist who tries to warn the White House about some critical events that might happen and would need everyone's attention. Dennis' son, Jake Gyllenhaal is in New York for a school event and gets stuck in the middle of this natural dissaster, with the only hope of his dad's promise... "I will come for you!". A really entertaining plot with such amazing CGI effects, a personal trademark in all Roland Emmerich's work. Totally recommended!

What did I like from this movie?

1. All the CGI effects in New York City, when it started raining and then it was totally covered with water coming from the huge ocean's waves, as well as the effects when they face the eye of the storm
2. The whole situation when they have to get the meds in the big ship and they have to escape from the wolves
3. Great cast involved in this plot

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. The only problem with these plots is that all the tragic events occur in a matter of 24 hours!

I would rate this movie with a 3/5


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Movie Review: Spider-Man 2

Saturday, November 21, 2009 1 comments

Synopsis: Two years have passed since the mild-mannered Peter Parker walked away from his longtime love Mary Jane Watson and decided to take the road to responsibility as Spider-Man. Peter must face new challenges as he struggles to cope with "the gift and the curse" of his powers, while balancing his dual identities as the elusive superhero Spider-Man and life as a college student. The relationships Peter holds most dear are now in danger of unraveling as he clashes with the powerful, multi-tentacled villain Doctor Octopus aka "Doc Ock." Peter's life-long yearning for M.J. becomes even stronger as he fights the impulse to abandon his secret life and declare his love. In the meantime, M.J. has moved on with her life. She has embarked on an acting career and has a new man in her life. Peter's relationship with his best friend Harry Osborn has been overshadowed by Harry's growing vendetta against Spider-Man, whom he holds responsible for his father's death. Peter's life becomes even more complicated when he is pitted against a powerful new nemesis, Dr. Otto Octavius--"Doc Ock." Peter must now learn to accept his fate and harness all his superhero talents in order to stop this diabolical madman in his octagonal tracks.

Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, Alfred Molina, Rosemary Harris
Directed by: Sam Raimi
U.S. Rating: PG-13

No doubt about it, one of my top favorite superhero franchises so far. This first sequel brings a pretty entertaining and strong plot, great and unique cast and amazing CGI effects! Peter Parker is back to protect the city of New York. The only problem? Peter has to fight with some internal conflicts and dilemmas about the love of his life. Such a strong and amazingly directed plot. Alfred Molina played such an amazing role as Doctor Octopus in this sequel. Totally recommended!

What did I like from this movie?

1. All the CGI effects involved not just in this sequel, but the other sequels!
2. Great cast involved in this new plot and sequel
3. One of the things I enjoy the most from this franchise is the strong scripts offered and filmed, giving the opportunity to every single viewer be entertained in all manners

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. Nothing, after enjoying a very entertaining plot, amazing CGI effects and knowing that there will be great material for more sequels, there's nothing I dislike at all from this movie

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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Hugh Grant and Sara Jessica Parker's latest film, Did You hear About The Morgans? will arrive the big screen in December 18, 2009. Following the same classic style of romantic comedies, Hugh Grant brings a new comedy this time, with the supporting role of Sarah Jessica Parker. Let's see if it is as good as his late romantic movies!

Synopsis: Romantic-comedy regulars Hugh Grant and Sarah Jessica Parker finally unite in this fish-out-of-water laugher. The actors play Paul and Meryl Morgan, a Manhattan couple whose marriage is in danger. But it turns out all they may need is a change of scenery: when the Morgans witness a murder and are sent by the government to small-town Wyoming to hide from the killers, their marriage shows signs of recovery. DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THE MORGANS? also stars Sam Elliott, Mary Steenburgen, and Elisabeth Moss.

Release Date: December 18th, 2009

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Movie Review: Behind Enemy Lines

Friday, November 20, 2009 0 comments

Synopsis: Lieutenant Chris Burnett is a top naval aviator who is frustrated that fragile geo-politics have kept him from what he knows best: flying F/A-18 Superhornet jets into combat. "We're watching, not fighting," he tells Admiral Reigart, who thinks Burnett hasn't really learned what it means to be a soldier. During a routine reconnaissance mission, Burnett photographs something no one was meant to see and is shot down. Trapped behind enemy lines, Burnett struggles to survive the relentless pursuit of a ruthless secret police enforcer, a deadly tracker and countless hostile troops. With time running out, Reigart makes the wrenching decision to set aside the rules of the tightly-controlled world in which he operates and risk his career to launch a renegade rescue mission to save the life of one solider.

Starring: Owen Wilson, Gene Hackman, Gabriel Macht, Charles Malik Whitfield, Joaquim De Almeida
Directed by: John Moore, Steve M. Davison
U.S. Rating: PG-13

No matter what critics might say about this film, I personally believe that Behind Enemy Lines is such a great action movie. Unlikely other roles, Owen Wilson plays the role of the US F-15 combat pilot in Europe, while the U.S. was playing the role of observant in the peace negotiation process during the war in Bosnia. Gene Hackman's supporting role was a little bit over dramatic, but played with such great professionalism, as Hackman only knows how to play his roles. Owen Wilson, as the combat pilot is being shot and left behind enemy lines in a pretty hostile area and is forced to use all his training and senses to keep himself alive and safe from a complete army who's trying to chase him before he crosses the border and brings critical information captured in this war area. An intense war plot worth to watch. Totally recommended.

What did I like from this movie?

1. The scenes when they're flying the F-15 and the're trying to avoid the two missiles that have been shot after crossing the neutral area
2. The whole journey that he has to go through trying to keep himself safe and alive
3. The scenes when he gets to the town with the guys who gave him a lift and the army arrives with their tanks shooting against the buildings
4. The last scene when he's being rescued, good action scenes

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. Gene Hackman's performance look a little bit over dramatic, especially when he's giving some of those Hollywood patriotic images

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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Movie Review: Twilight

Thursday, November 19, 2009 1 comments

Synopsis: Bella Swan has always been a little bit different, never caring about fitting in with the trendy girls at her Phoenix high school. When her mother re-marries and sends Bella to live with her father in the rainy little town of Forks, Washington, she doesn't expect much of anything to change. Then she meets the mysterious and dazzlingly beautiful Edward Cullen, a boy unlike any she's ever met. Edward is a vampire, but he doesn't have fangs and his family is unique in that they choose not to drink human blood. Intelligent and witty, Edward sees straight into Bella's soul. Soon, they are swept up in a passionate, thrilling and unorthodox romance. To Edward, Bella is what he has waited 90 years for -- a soul mate. But the closer they get, the more Edward must struggle to resist the primal pull of her scent, which could send him into an uncontrollable frenzy. But what will Edward & Bella do when a clan of new vampires -- James, Laurent and Victoria -- come to town and threaten to disrupt their way of life?

Starring: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Billy Burke, Peter Facinelli
Directed by: Catherine Hardwicke
U.S. Rating: PG-13

I waited for this movie to come out for months, and I was NOT disappointed. I have read all the books more times than I can count and I really felt that the movie brought something alive in these characters. It was a low budget film and at parts could could tell but they did an amazing job with what they had. Twilight is about the love story. Not the action sequences, although there are those too. You will FEEL something for these characters in the movie if you've never read the books. You'll be sucked in. Don't say I didn't warn you. It's amazing.

What did I like from this movie?

1. Robert Pattinson. Need I say more? When I found out he was playing Edward I actually gasped because he looked so much like the Edward in my head. Great casting there. He is the perfect Edward Cullen
2. Finally seeing the interaction between Bella and Edward that only a movie can give
3. Great makeup and costumes. Everything looked very uniform without everyone wearing the same thing. You saw Bella evolve from warm earthy tones to the cool colors the Cullen's were wearing. It showed how she was developing emotionally
4. The Cullen Crest. That's not in the books. I loved all the vampire jewelry. I need some

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. I'm not a big fan of Kristen Stewart and her acting style seems to be the same in all her movies. She looks like Bella though so that was good enough. Everyone else made up for her acting
2. It was low budget. You knew they could have made it much more amazing if only they had the money to do so
3. They left out some of my favorite scenes from the book. But that's normal with an adaptation from a book
4. That I have had to wait a year fro the second movie. The movie went too quick for me. I wanted more. Thank goodness for the books!

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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Movie Review: 2012

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 2 comments

Synopsis: Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

Starring: John Cusack, Chjwetel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet, Oliver Platt
Directed by: Roland Emmerich
U.S. Rating: PG-13

I don't know if someone else noticed a huge similarity between 2012 and The Day After Tomorrow. I know both movies have been directed by Rolan Emmerich, but the plot about the group of scientists who have been trying to warn governments and people about the possible natural apocalypse that is about to happen due to global warming and they're not being heard, then something happens and we're at the very edge of global destruction and death and the lead scientist is taken to talk directly to the president of the U.S. even though it might be too late. Both stories face this same similarity, but being honest, both movies had their own amazing CGI effects and unique plot. 2012 offers not just a pretty entertaining plot, maybe not too credible or too real, but really entertaining! It doesn't matter if you're not into these kind of plots, what I totally believe is that the amazing CGI effects makes this movie SO worth to watch. Some events happen in this film (let's call them subplots) that leave people a bit confused, since they don't seem to be related with the story, but we can get at least, part of the response to these events at the end of the film (ex: The guy who's killed in Paris, after replacing some fine art in the Louvre). Definitely one of the greatest movie this year, mainly for the action and intense suspense involved in all the destruction and CGI effects.

What did I like from this movie?

1. No doubt that the best thing offered in this movie is the huge amount of amazing and professional CGI work, especially during the destruction scenes. For example, the destruction at the Yellowstone Park, at the Vegas - Nevada Airport, at the supermarket, Brazil and the moment when they're inside the ships
2. Woody Harrelson's role was perfect for him. A weird role for a weird man, the perfect match! So hilarious!
3. The intense suspense and emotions offered throughout all the destruction and situations that John Cusack has to face with his family to be safe and survive to these natural events

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. there were few crazy and nonsense situations. For example, how can you talk by a mobile phone at the end of the movie when everything is destroyed around the world, including communication towers (when the Indian scientist calls John Cusack to tell him that noone went to pick them up) !
2. Besides Bentley, I believe that Converse was one of the marketing supporters of this movie. So funny to see the monks at the end of the movie, when they're leaving the ships, walking with Converse shoes... all of them!

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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The new movie trailer for Mark Wahlberg's latest film, The Lovely Bones has been released. Directed by Peter Jackson and based on the novel by Alice Sebold, The Lovely Bones will bring such a great thriller and drama to the big screen. It will be released in limited areas this next December and released wide on January

Synopsis: Susie Salmon, a young girl who has been murdered, watches over her family -- and her killer -- from heaven. She must weigh her desire for vengeance against her desire for her family to heal.

Release Date: December 11th, 2009

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Movie Review: What Women Want

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 1 comments

Synopsis: Nick Marshall, a Chicago advertising executive, gets a whole new outlook on life when a fluke accident gives him the ability to read women's minds. At first, this "gift" provides Nick with way too much information, but he begins to realize that he can use it to good effect, especially when it comes to outwitting his new boss, Darcy Maguire. In spite of his best efforts to finesse Darcy, he soon finds himself falling in love and truly understanding what women want.

Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda, Ashley Johnson
Directed by: Nancy Meyers, Bruce A. Block
U.S. Rating: PG-13

Nancy Meyers surprises her fans and viewers with such enjoyable and entertaining romantic comedies. I'm one of them. I'm not a huge fan of romantic movies, but I must say that I've watched all her romantic comedies, and I have enjoyed every single one of them. On this film, Nancy brings the story of a man working on a prestigious marketing company who gets a curious and rare gift after suffering an accident at home. The gift? He can hear women's thoughts! Let's face it, what man wouldn't want to have such an amazing gift?! Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt play great roles in this romantic comedy, reflecting a good chemistry between both characters.

Helen Hunt, one of my favorite "beautiful" actresses play a good and professional role in this film, along with other great and well known actresses like Marisa Tomei.

What did I like from this movie?

1. One of the funny moments, when he's leaving his home and the black lady in the entrance starts talking about his butt... really funny
2. The whole situation with Marisa Tomei, really funny, especially when he finds her at the entrance of his home and she confronts him asking him if he's gay
3. Good plot, a little bit cheesy, but the comedy involved made it easy and enjoyable to watch

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. I haven't seen Helen Hunt ever since!...

I would rate this movie with a 3/5


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Here's the new movie trailer for the latest film with Tina Fey and Steve Carrell, Date Night. It seems to be a pretty funny plot! Even more with these two comedy stars. Let's see if it will be one of the top comedy movies in 2010.

Synopsis: In New York City, a case of mistaken identity turns a bored married couple's attempt at a glamorous and romantic evening into something more thrilling and dangerous.

Release Date: April 9th, 2010

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Synopsis: Reporter Bob Wilton is in search of his next big story when he encounters Lyn Cassady, a shadowy figure who claims to be part of an experimental U.S. military unit. According to Cassady, the New Earth Army is changing the way wars are fought. A legion of "Warrior Monks" with unparalleled psychic powers can read the enemy's thoughts, pass through solid walls, and even kill a goat simply by staring at it. Now, the program's founder, Bill Django, has gone missing and Cassady's mission is to find him. Intrigued by his new acquaintance's far-fetched stories, Bob impulsively decides to tag along. When the pair tracks Django to a clandestine training camp run by renegade psychic Larry Hooper, the reporter is trapped in the middle of a grudge match between the forces of Django's New Earth Army and Hooper's personal militia of super soldiers. In order to survive this wild adventure, Bob will have to outwit an enemy he never thought possible.

Starring: George Clooney, Ewan McGregor, Jeff Bridges, Kevin Spacey
Directed by: Grant Heslov
U.S. Rating: R

The Men Who Stare at Goats, a film about a secret and "special" elite military unit, trained to use paranormal and psychic powers against their enemies. The only problem is that these powers might be extremely questionable! The movie is about Bob Wilton, a reporter who seems to be lost in his professional progress and personal life, his career seems to go nowhere and his wife cheats on him with a colleague... the worst thing? she does it in the same work office! Trying to find the perfect story to impress his wife and get her back, Bob follows the link about a secret "special" military unit commanded by a very controversial captain who uses the weirdest theories and techniques to succeed against their enemies. Bob flies to Kuwait, trying to cross the border and enter in Irak, looking for that great story that will boost his career and personal life. There, in Kuwait, he meets Lyn Cassady, the best soldier from this elite unit and crosses the border with him. The story is told throughout all this process and the experience crossing the border, until the moment when they arrive to one of their bases in Irak.

The Men Who Stare at Goats offers such a great and entertaining plot, offering some good comedy and drama, all mixed with a great role representation by such an amazing cast. I believe we could divide the plot in two half: The first half is loaded with so much comedy and hilarious situations. The second half, the comedy takes a step back and we get involved with some drama, mixed with some hilarious situations at the end of the film.

What did I like from this movie?

1. The first scene of the film, HILARIOUS! When General Hopgood tries to cross the wall, using his special powers
2. The moment when they're driving on the desert and they crash against a rock in the middle of nowhere
3. The situation with the new cooking device, hilarious!
4. The whole situation when they're kidnapped and how he uses his psychic powers to take control over the bad guys
5. Jeff Bridges, in such a "Big Lebowski" personality, brings some really entertaining and hilarious situations to the plot
6. I really liked the supporting roles and cast involved in this plot, so professional and entertaining

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. The director could have kept the comedy dosis through the whole movie, and not reduce it drastically in the second half of the film, even though, it was worth to watch from the first minute to the end

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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Here's the new movie trailer for the latest Tyler Perrys' drama/comedy film, Why Did I Get Married Too.

Synopsis: Gathered together in the Bahamas for their annual one-week reunion, four close couples eagerly reconnect, sharing news about their lives and relationships. But their intimate week in paradise is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Sheila's ex-husband, Mike, who hopes to break up her new marriage with Troy and win her back. The others soon realize they too are not immune to the challenges of commitment and fidelity. Angela doesn't believe her husband, Marcus, can be faithful now that he's a celebrity television newscaster. Dianne and Terry's relationship is feeling the strain of raising children. And Patricia, a successful self-help psychologist, must finally reveal the deep flaws in her seemingly perfect marriage to Gavin. With their relationships hanging in the balance when they return home, each couple must choose between blame and forgiveness, doubt and faith, with life-altering consequences...

Release Date: April 2nd, 2010

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Synopsis: On the July 4th holiday, an attack on the vulnerable United States infrastructure begins to shut down the entire nation. The mysterious figure behind the scheme has figured out every modern angle -- but he never figured on an old-school "analog" fly in the "digital" ointment: John McClane. No mask. No cape. No problem.

Starring: Bruce Willis, Timothy Olyphant, Maggie Q, Jeffrey Wright, Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Directed by: Len Wiseman
U.S. Rating: PG-13

John McClane is back! 14 years later, John McClane faces again the bad guys with his unique style, kill the bad guy, save the day... no matter what. I could say that Die Hard 4 is one of those sequels that we expected to be a disaster, but at the end, became in such a successful action flick! This time, the director Len Wiseman brings an interesting combination, a crazy tough cop and the inmature computer hacker. Together, they'll have to fight against a terrific cyber attack that will put all America on their knees. An easy and hugely enjoyable plot with a great cast, lots and lots of action scenes, some amazing CGI effects and of course, some good laughs. Totally recommended! Especially if you ever liked any of the previous Die Hard sequels.

What did I like from this movie?

1. I really enjoyed the plot, it was very high tech, but it was put in a way so easy to be followed and understood
2. The stunts and amazing action scenes, besides the great CGI effects
3. Bruce Willis brings the old great Detective John McClane tough image and smart sense of humor
4. I really enjoyed the chemistry between Bruce Willis and Justin Long, such a great combination for this key and supporting role

What did I dislike from this movie?

1. The end was a bit unreal, the way he killed the bad guys, but hey... what can I say? it is John McClane!

I would rate this movie with a 4/5


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Universal Pictures released this week the new Despicable Me movie trailer. The more information and trailers I see from it, the more excited I get. A #1 villain is in town... well, the #2, and has to face three fearless kids! You have got to be kidding me!

Synopsis: In a happy suburban neighborhood surrounded by white picket fences with flowering rose bushes, sits a black house with a dead lawn. Unbeknownst to the neighbors, hidden beneath this home is a vast secret hideout. Surrounded by a small army of minions, we discover Gru planning the biggest heist in the history of the world. He is going to steal the moon, yes, the moon. Gru delights in all things wicked. Armed with his arsenal of shrink rays, freeze rays, and battle-ready vehicles for land and air, he vanquishes all who stand in his way. Until the day he encounters the immense will of three little orphaned girls who look at him and see something that no one else has ever seen: a potential Dad. The world's greatest villain has just met his greatest challenge: three little girls named Margo, Edith and Agnes.

Release Date: July 9th, 2010

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