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Maid in Manhattan... (2002)

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The story is start with a maid named Marissa (Jennifer Lopez) gets a chance to dress a very expensive guest’s clothes, and just when a handsome political candidate (Ralph Fiennes) walks in. He finds she is so attractive and pursues her, while he thinks she is also a guest in the hotel, an attractive, unique and beautiful young woman. They fall in love soon.

Marissa is a young woman work in a hotel as maid for living; she is a single mother with a son. She works in the bottom of the hotel but she dreams to be a manager. One day when she got a chance to wear a guest’s cloth, without the guest’s knowledge, of course, Chris, the candidate, found her, he's bowled over and pursues her; he's initially drawn to her gorgeous good looks but soon comes to appreciate her honesty and common sense. Of course, she can't let him know that she's only a maid.

When her manager found her that she is the mysterious girl that date with the candidate, he told her to end up the relationship and tell him everything at the party night. She did it, at least, she tried. But after she goes there, she can’t control herself. She wants to leave, but Chris convinced her, “if this is the last night we have, then stay”. When she is discovered by her senior manager that she is the one that steal the guest’s cloth, it’s the time that Chris found she’s the maid. She was fired and left Chris, by covering her real feeling to him. But this is not the end, the end is he can’t get over her and at last they make it and live a happy life.

This is another movie about Cinderella fairy tale. I have to say, it’s superficial to some extent for today’s urban romance, although it’s about love, love without class, without status, and love can conquer everything.

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A love song for Bobby Long... (2004)

Based on the tragic life of the young Purslane Will, who after the death of her mother is faced to return to a life she thought was well and truly in her past. After leaving her abusive boyfriend, Pursy then arrives back to her house in New Orleans where she finds it inhabited with two alcoholic men. Bobby Long who is an ex-literature professor and his teaching assistant Lawson soon realise they have been granted a opportunity to redeem themselves by helping Pursy. This however, is easier said then done as Pursy is not a typical 18 year old girl, having been involved and surrounded by drugs, alcohol and abuse since birth.

 

After living together in Lorrain’s house, a sense of family becomes apparent. But similar to all families there are constant struggles facing the three. Lies and betrayal force Pursy to take drastic measures against her new family. But little does she know there is no escaping them once the truth is revealed.

I would rate this film 4 out of 5, for its originality and its refreshingly realistic story. Played exceptionally well by John Travolta and Scarlett Johansson. I would recommend this film to anyone who enjoys a unique drama. 

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Never Been Kissed (1999)

  - ‘Some things are worth waiting for’

She’s Never Been Hip, She’s Never Been Cool, and She’s Never Been In until now….

“That thing. That moment. You kiss someone and it's like the world around you gets all hazy and the only thing in focus is you and this other person and you know that one person is the person you're meant to be kissing for the rest of your life...” 

Look its Josie Geller, 25, cute, blonde, and has never been kissed. In the opening scene we hear the chanting of a crowd…Wow could this be the ending of the movie already??? No it’s only just the beginning of something great.

After suffering from an atrocious high school experience and being victimised through bullying, name calling, and egg throwing. Scaring Josie Geller (Drew Barrymore) for life. At 25 she is now the youngest and most successful copy editor working at the Chicago Sun-Times, with aspirations of one day becoming a reporter. Josie is unexpectedly offered a promotion that turns her life upside down -been granted a second chance to relive her teenage years, to finally fit in and undergo that high school experience she has longed for and been neglected from.  She enrols in her old high school as an undercover journalist as part of her research for a story. What she expects to find is a story but what she ends up finding is her self wrapped up with a whole heap of love.

Drew Barrymore excels as her character. She is the major highlight of the film. The film uses effective camera techniques in order to assert certain emotions and create meaning to viewers. It is through recursive flash backs of Josie’s terrorised past schooling that we as the audience begin to relate and sympathise with the character.

‘Never Been Kissed,’ shows that high school is the epitome of our developmental years. It depicts the highlights of our school years and how much of it affects the rest of our lives.

Described as ‘a comedy with class’, it is prefect for viewers wanting a laugh and a little romance. It’s perfect for people who have never truly been kissed, and who are still waiting for that right person to give them the wet, sloppy warm feeling of tongues intermingling, reassuring them that their search for true love is over.

For its originality, suspense, and uproarious nature I give this film a rating of 3.5 out of 5. 

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The girl with the dragon tattoo... (2009)

The film is based on the Swedish novel by Stieg Larsson. Larsson’s themes of sexual violence were inspired by actual past experiences of witnessing a young girl being ganged raped at a very young age.  These experiences directly influence characterisation of the protagonist Lisbeth.

The plot of this film is extremely intricate, and the subtitles mean that constant concentration is required in order to follow what is happening.  Lisbeth’s character gives us small insights into her damaged past and present life. Including gang attacks and sexual harassment. Her main role in the film is to assist the journalist Mikael Blomkvist in his  research of a missing girl, which leads them into a twisted world of serial killing.

With her exceptional hacking skills and implied photographic memory.  Lisbeth was able to play a key role in uncovering the truth behind both the missing girl and the person who framed her friend Mikael.  

This film is intriguing but heavy. If you are interested in movies that keep you constantly guessing and are tolerant to confronting themes then you may enjoy this movie. I would rate this 4 out 5.

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cold mountain

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"Cold Mountain" tells the story of a seriously wounded Confederate soldier named Inman (Law) who struggles on a perilous journey to get back home to Cold Mountain, North Carolina, as well as to Ada (Kidman), the woman he left behind before going off to fight in the Civil War. Along the way, he meets a long line of interesting and colorful characters. In his absence, Ada--with the help of a young scrappy drifter named Ruby--is desperately trying to hold onto the farm of her deceased missionary father.
At Cold Mountain, a small town in North Carolina, arrive a father and a daughter. Inman meets Ada, though they speak little. At the onset of war between the North and the South, Inman leaves for the war with the first kiss implanted on Ada's lips. The war lasts for 3 long years. The South has lost it, and the soldiers who try to return are considered traitors and are ordered to be killed by the home-guards. Inman embarks on the journey to return to Ada. Through dangerous encounters, Inman returns to Ada to be with her for only a day. The home-guards who have ruthlessly killed the families that stayed behind to claim their property, are set to die through Inman's hands. He loses his life too. Ada gives birth to a baby girl and continues to live in Cold Mountain.
This Civil War saga addresses romance, friendship, and the ravages of war--both in the field and on the home front. Captured the horrors of war for both those fighting it, and for those left behind, this is a tale of hope, longing, redemption, second chances, and faith.

The Notebook (2004)

How Far Would You Go For The One You Love…

“There are people who are afraid to fall in love as they don’t want to get hurt but can you control yourself when the cupids bow hits you?”

Every one has a sudden doubt in their mind when it deals with love but almost everyone can not bare the uneasy tension and unescapable feeling of butterflies in their stomach, mind drift, that feeling of completeness and becoming speechless... after just meeting that special someone that took your breathe away. The unescapable hard thump heart beat rising, the mind drifts to other dimensions, and the stuttering speech leaves you helpless and defenceless around them.   

Set in the 1940’s , this romantic drama film based on the novel by Nicholas Sparks is centrally focused by the narrated elderly codger who reads to a vulnerable old woman, who has been robbed of her memories by Alzheimer’s.   

From a faded notebook, the story of two young lovers is told, unfolding past memories and true events undertaken by them both. It is through the old codger’s words that bring to life the story about the young couple’s (Allie Hamilton and Noah Calhoun) adventures together. Reading slowly becomes reliving. Their journey speaks about their enforced separation by her disapproving parents, to issues of socioeconomic difference and the commencement of World War II. Despite having taken separate paths and separate lives they are reunited by destiny, and once again their love for each other grows bigger than ever before. Transported back to present day whereby Allie has lost her memory, his words give her the guidance and chance to relive her past, to remember who she is and to reawaken the spark (love) they once shared. In hopes that someday, by reading to her she will regain her memory, and fall back in love with him once again.  

"The story of our lives,.. Read this to me, and I'll come back to you."

I found this movie to be very visually pleasing; having a lot of lush vegetation and landscapes and filled with rich saturated colours.  ‘The Notebook’ can be said to be; thoughtful, heart throbbing and emotionally richen in which leaves all in tears and gasping for air.  It depicts the notion of love’s great significance in an individual’s life and though being faced with obstacles and hardships it’s only then that love delivers its deepest rewards.

At no other time in my life can I recall ever seeing a movie so romantic, so uplifting, so emotional and so exciting. Who would have known that a little notebook could contain the greatest love story ever told. Never has a movie made me feel alive. The passion, screen chemistry and the emotion expressed in the film is captivating.   

‘The Notebook’, is not just another romantic drama film but it is a movie that can be watched over and over again. Every aspect of emotion is endured and captured; may it be contentment, grief, anxiety and excitement or all. This film has a lot to offer. For its a lot of love and a lot of drama; I give this movie a rating of 4.5 out 5 for its 123 minute epic love story and clever time (past and present) shifts that leaves everyone reaching out  for a tissue.

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The Hangover... (2009)

I think almost everyone will at least once in their lifetime be subject to a bit of memory loss after a big night out. Well for these four men, the bucks night in Las Vegas was probably not such a good idea two days before the wedding.

This comedy is based on the search for the groom who goes missing after their hectic night in Vegas. Although the groomsmen do not realise at first the extent of the consequences due to their celebrations. However, they are aware it wasn’t the average boys night out when they wake to find a tiger in their hotel villa bathroom and a crying baby in one of their cupboards.

The three groomsmen attempt to retrace their steps in order to find their missing buddy and groom before the rapidly approaching wedding, leading to the hilarious realizations that they are in way over their heads, in particular with the local police.  The previous nights events come out of the closet revealing the bizarre situations they had been in, from hijacking a police vehicle, marrying a stripper, trespassing, abducting a tiger and stealing from a casino are just some of their exploits they get involved in.

The hangover, is not just another comedy but is refreshingly different and funny. I would recommend this movie to viewers who enjoy a good laugh, but  I would also suggest it only to those willing to endure some crude behaviour. I would rate this 4 out 5 for its originality and general entertainment.  

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The legend of 1900

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The story unfolds as a series of flashbacks told by a man named Max, a passionate trumpet player, when he visited an English pawn shop to sell his trumpet. The actor is a unique man who never set foot upon dry land. It begins in the year 1900, when an engine room worker finds an abandoned baby on board. He names the child Danny Boodman T.D. Lemon 1900; 1900 for short, and decides to adopt him as his own. 1900 is a true orphan. He knows nothing about his parents or his past. The ship is the only thing he knows. At a young age, 1900 became a piano prodigy. His music has been described as “that's never been heard before”. As word of his talent spreads, he soon attracts the attention of record producers, publicists, and even Jelly Roll Morton, the father of Jazz, who wants to challenge the prodigy to a piano duel. However, despite being on the verge of fame and fortune, 1900 lives a lonely existence, having never set foot off the ship throughout his life. Max is his only friend. Through the character of 1900, Tornatore (the director) explores the immigrant experience, the fear of change within all of us, and how some of us find the courage to overcome such fears. This is a story told in the Tornatore tradition that explores the simple emotions of day-to-day experience. It’s not about inspiring, living in a positive way and facing fears with courage, it shows more direct concern on change and fears themselves. While all people are struggling to deal with living and life, they conquer as much fears and pains as possible just because they have to, it’s the real emotion and fears from 1900 that touched me. He’s afraid of change, and then he chooses to stay, throughout his life. When we enjoy the music made by the amazing hands, think of his lonely life, isn’t it the pure life that touches us. The courage to avoid change and fears is more precious than to face it.

Elegy... (2008)

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Tolstoy said the biggest surprise in a man’s life is old age. David Kapesh, the actor, is a man getting old, who fell in love with one of his students-- Consuela Castillo, a Cuban girl that is 30 years younger than him. She was different; her posture was perfect, and dressed like a young associate of a prestigious law firm. There was a sophistication that set her apart. It’s something about her that invites a kind of formality.

Their relationship begins after her graduation. He throws a cocktail party for the class and during this time, they begin to talk with each other and are obviously into each other.

His whole life was dedicated to independence, and at some cost he had achieved his goal. Nevertheless, it was in this relationship, that his terrible jealousy was born, he acts like a youth, cares about everything with her and lacks of sense of security. He feels anxious unless he speaks to her on the phone every day, and then he fells anxious after they’ve spoken. Also he realized that he would never, ever, really possess her. He thinks it’s only a matter of time before a young man found her and took her away. These are all come from the huge 30 years differences.

George, his best and seems the only friend suggests that he has to leave her; his hands will always be tied by this girl. At the first time, he doesn’t believe in her totally, he will check on her if she goes out with someone else, he will be deformed if she’s not with him, but love is the thing that can’t be controlled and affected easily. He conquered his fears, worries and uncertainty, although his best friend said no. They had a good time for over a year.

It was a real roller coaster ride. And like all rides, sooner or later, it has to end. When Consuela asked him to go to her graduation party for achieving MFA, his fears come back again. He can’t face her relatives, can’t bear to be judged, and can’t think about it even. He didn’t go but he said yes when she asked. They break up.

The death of George during this time makes his life tougher and hopeless. It took 2 years but he finally got past the death of George, he even accepted the loss of Consuela. He recovered his equilibrium and independence. But who is he kidding? Right before the New Year, Consuela called him, told him a terrible news that she got breast cancer. It is her cancer that make him feel that he can’t loss her again, but for Consuela, it’s a way to say goodbye, while this time, he didn’t leave. “I’m here” he said.

Speak of love, there is always something that we feel afraid: age, gender, nationality, personality, occupation, poor or rich, whether disability or not, etc. but after a long time, when we still have a chance to turn back, we’ll find that there is no thing we need to afraid of, it is the one that can give us the courage to conquer everything, as long as there is a chance.  

She's the Man (2006)

"Did I just read 'She's the Man' as the title of this blog? But wait, wasn't this movie made in like, 2006, meaning that its an 'old' movie?'

Yes you got that right. 'She's the Man' may not be the latest Box Office release but after re-visiting this movie last Saturday I felt that this movie just simply can't be ignored. It's charming humour and its 'complicated simplistic' plot says a 'good night out' with your friends in every dialogue and scene.

Viola Hasting (Amanda Bynes) learns the harsh truth that her school had removed the girls soccer team of their curriculum. In learning that the boys in her school wont give Viola's team a chance either, Viola decides to dress up as her twin brother Sebastian Hasting (James Kirk) and join her brother's school's soccer team.

As if that wasn't difficult enough, Viola also had the problem of having the high school hottie Olivia (Laura Ramsey) falling in love with Viola and having Viola falling in love with her absolute dream hunk Duke Orsena (Channing Tatum).

Romance, humour and a bit of nudity (shouldn't that excite you) I give this movie a rating of 5/5 for its emotional offering of giving you sound memories of a good night out with your friends.

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The Young Victoria... (2009)

This 2009 film, was extremely captivating and provided a unique atmosphere that recreated this particular era in history. It provided insights into the early years of the Young Victoria’s reign as Queen of England and her growing passion and love for Albert.

The protagonist Queen Victoria played by Emily Blunt does an excellent job in getting into her character and communicating with her audiences the troublesome situations she is placed in. Her actions are constantly under criticism especially due to their influence by Lord Melbourne who is disliked by the people, with the assistance of her husband Albert, Victoria is able to reinforce her position as Queen and win back popularity.

This film, is great if you have interests in history and drama, however you are needed to maintain concentration in order to follow and comprehend the intricate details that are highly significant.

I would rate this film 3 out 5, on the basis that I wouldn’t recommend it to everyone as it would not be of keen interest to the majority of people. Its selected audience though would thoroughly enjoy this movie. 

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The Date-Rule ... (1999)

Who knew that hating someone so bad could feel sooooo good.

With so many movies out and about. I couldn’t but feel lost... indecisive was clearly decipherable on my face.

Walking towards the cinema a sudden flash hit my eyes, ‘10 Things I Hate About You’, I began to read off the cinema board. I couldn’t believe it. Could this be the one? We all decided to watch it. Huffing and puffing as I ran up the stairs and slowly entering the cinema doors. I could feel the adrenaline moving through my veins and at any given moment I was ready to break. With so much excitement rushing inside of me, a sudden fear also consumed me. A dozen of doubtful questions began entering into my head. What if this isn’t the ONE?

As the curtains began expanding, the advertisements stopped playing, the bright lights became dark as knights, and the boisterous crowd sat silent like mice. This was it; this was the moment where all my doubtful questions would be answered.   

After viewing the opening credits, listening to the non-diagetic music and observing every detail. My eyes widened and my mouth just dropped. I was lost with words. Never before has a movie been more active and attention grabbing.

With references to the classic Shakespeare play "The Taming of the Shrew". The ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ movie was set in a modern day high school, whereby freshman Cameron (Joseph Gorden- Lewit) instantly falls for pretty, shallow Bianca (Larisa Oleynik) but she’s in love with cool, egocentric Joey. With Bianca being forbidden to date -with the only exception if her sister Kat does (showing no inclination to date). It leaves Cameron with only one solution and that is… finding Kat a date.    

In an attempt to win her heart and get the girl, Cameron is determined to do what ever he can, even if it kills him. Singling out the mysterious bad- boy (Heath Ledger) for Kat should be no problem right? Or is it? This comedy film is a wildly entertaining look at exactly how far some guys go to get a date!

The smart, wry wit, and sharp dialogue are certainly key ingredients, and one of the reasons why ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ succeeds.

Described as “funny” and “uproarious” by many.  I give this movie a rating of 4.0 out 5 for being “devilishly entertaining.” This all in one movie is perfect for viewers wanting a touch of comedy, a pinch of romance and splat of drama.

Running time: 97 min

Directed by:   Gil Junger

Starring:        Julia Stiles
                      Heath Ledger
                      Joseph Gordon-Levitt
                      Larisa Oleynik

Genre:          Comedy

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Tomorrow when the war began... (2010)

Australia’s film blockbuster?

This film was based on John Marsden's 'Tomorrow" book series, and stayed fairly true to the facts and events that occurred in the books. However, it does not necessarily stick to just the first book, as there are elements of the first and second novels within the film.

The film started off a bit slow but soon had increasing momentum as the characters began to realise position they were in and the action could begin. While a group of teenagers were on their camping trip their little town of Wirrawee had become invaded by an unknown foreign military party. As the story unfolds, the seven teenagers are faced with horrendous situations and responsibilities. Their confronting choices test their wills to survive versus their ability to commit murderous activities. The plot itself is very captivating and the film both engaged and provided sound entertainment.

Overall the film had well established characters and the graphics were well accomplished; especially the scenes with the oil tanker truck and Lee’s rescue. The Aussie accent was very obvious and the colloquial expressions were also very effective and not overbearing. The film also provides an outlook on rural and isolated locations of Australia that also highlight another facet of our diverse landscape. The film seemed to be able to fit quite a lot of actions and at times romance into an acceptable length of time without leaving the audience feeling bored.

Although when I viewed this film, the movie theatre was not anywhere near half its capacity, the film itself seemed to be awarded positive criticism and remarks from those around me. I would give this film 4/5 and I look forward to seeing the next film that corresponds with the Marsden’s book series.

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The title moViewers was chosen on the basis of our selected area of study which is criticising movies. We are the movie viewers hence corresponds with the title selected. We took a unique approach on the titles name using play on words in order be unique, which is another endeavour for our blog.

We also decided to choose the Watermark background by Josh Peterson for its simplistic but effective design. The colour chosen is a tan colour in order to maintain the viewer’s attention, avoiding the overbearing of colours and therefore is much easier to navigate through and for the acquisition of information.

We may place a film reel as a logo, but the title itself does what we would like. Our general theme for the blog is to provide critical reviews for a diverse range of movies, from action to drama. We will aim to do a different type of film each review in order to accommodate for all movie viewers and their alternate love for dissimilar genres.

Oh My Avatar I Have Been Transformed... (2009)

Not for one second would you have been able to convince me that the movie 'Avatar' would have been the next blockbuster hit. To me it was just another testosterone driven, action packed movie that had a sense of red illumination through out the movie caused by the blood and gore the movie possesses. 

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But all the same I was dragged to this insanity that people were slowly starting to worship. I painstakingly paid my $21 for the movie and sat down preparing myself for the worst 3 hour of my life. Crunching and munching away on my pop corn, I watched the opening credits roll and prepared for the worst.

However, by the end of the three hours (yes I survived!) a handful of 'I-told-you-so' looks were piercing through my overtly bashful face as I regretfully had the look of pure enjoyment. Hide as I may try, I found that it was difficult to hide the emotions that was building up in me after watching the epic film.

Who would've known that a paraplegic man by the name of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) could have touched  the hearts of the natives who detested even the name of humans and even fall in love with Neytiri (Zoe Saldana). And if that wasn't emotional enough, the fight for the precious material within the native land enriches a heart throbbing story that leaves all in a state of tears.

A bit of love a bit of romance and a bit of action packed galore, I give this movie a rating of 4.5 out 5 for its 3 hour epic journey that leaves no ones eye lashes meeting together through out the film.