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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Friday, January 6, 2012
War Horse
Hey NuttyNinja here!
I know you are probably wondering who I am (check out my "About Me" page), because I haven't posted anything yet. Well for that I am sorry. I have been working a lot and doing a bunch of Ninjay... stuff. Yes I know that's not a word, but I don't care, hehe. Anyway I want to thank my good friend Samurai for more than taking up the slack for me since I haven't posted anything yet on Decent Movies 'R' Us (still working on the title if any of you have suggestions). Thank you Samurai for everything!!
Now down to business. Last week I went to the movies with my family and a good friend to see War Horse. If you don't know, the War Horse is about young thoroughbred stallion, Joey and all the experiences he goes through to get back to the boy that once owned him. This movie is placed during the beginning of World War 1 in England and France. Throughout the movie you will watch Joey go through many difficulties as he is passed from one side of the war to the next. Because of this you get to see both good and bad side to each side of the war and even get to see them sometimes work together. Through all this you get to see the love between a boy and his horse and how it can bring even enemies together.
When I watched this movie I was definitely impressed by the acting. Even though there really wasn't what you would call big time actors in it, the acting was well done. I would say that the main character Albert Narracott (the boy that owned Joey the horse, who was played by Jeremy Irvine), I was the least impressed with, because he sometime seemed to slip out of character a couple of times, but even with that I think he did a good job. The rest of the crew was great they had several well known actors (well, at least ones I knew) like; David Thewlis, Tom Hiddleston, Benedict Cumberbatch and many more actors that did a good job as well.
This was just an all around good movie. It had great plot, even if it was predictable. The background music was awesome, which was done by John Williams. The effects were well done, though there was a couple times that it was pretty obvious that the horse was CGI, but the rest was good. I was down right amazed at how well trained the horses were in this movies, for those horse fans out there you should definitely watch this movie. Even if you aren't a horse fan you will still enjoy this movie.
There were some points that I wanted to cheer on Joey (the horse) out loud, as he is running (got to love it when horses are in full gallop). Anyway, I loved the movie, I laughed and heck almost even cried at some scenes. I would most definitely watch it again.
Parental Guide
Though this is a great movie and I would definitely say it's a "Must see" I would not suggest that young children from the age of 9 and under watch it. It 's a PG-13 movie and it is about World War 1, so there are some scenes that could be frighting for young children. Such as: Men are are being shot down. There is a lot of war violence, though no really bloody scenes. There is one scene that a horse was running full speed into several barbered wire fences (that one made me even cringe). I don't remember much cursing if there was any, so you are good there. Other than that I would say this is a great movie for you to go see with your older children.
Rating
For the plot I would give it a 3/5
For the acting I would give it a 4/5
For the emotion in it I would give it a 4/5
For all around I would give it 8/10
Signed, NuttyNinja ;-)
I know you are probably wondering who I am (check out my "About Me" page), because I haven't posted anything yet. Well for that I am sorry. I have been working a lot and doing a bunch of Ninjay... stuff. Yes I know that's not a word, but I don't care, hehe. Anyway I want to thank my good friend Samurai for more than taking up the slack for me since I haven't posted anything yet on Decent Movies 'R' Us (still working on the title if any of you have suggestions). Thank you Samurai for everything!!
When I watched this movie I was definitely impressed by the acting. Even though there really wasn't what you would call big time actors in it, the acting was well done. I would say that the main character Albert Narracott (the boy that owned Joey the horse, who was played by Jeremy Irvine), I was the least impressed with, because he sometime seemed to slip out of character a couple of times, but even with that I think he did a good job. The rest of the crew was great they had several well known actors (well, at least ones I knew) like; David Thewlis, Tom Hiddleston, Benedict Cumberbatch and many more actors that did a good job as well.
This was just an all around good movie. It had great plot, even if it was predictable. The background music was awesome, which was done by John Williams. The effects were well done, though there was a couple times that it was pretty obvious that the horse was CGI, but the rest was good. I was down right amazed at how well trained the horses were in this movies, for those horse fans out there you should definitely watch this movie. Even if you aren't a horse fan you will still enjoy this movie. There were some points that I wanted to cheer on Joey (the horse) out loud, as he is running (got to love it when horses are in full gallop). Anyway, I loved the movie, I laughed and heck almost even cried at some scenes. I would most definitely watch it again.
Parental GuideThough this is a great movie and I would definitely say it's a "Must see" I would not suggest that young children from the age of 9 and under watch it. It 's a PG-13 movie and it is about World War 1, so there are some scenes that could be frighting for young children. Such as: Men are are being shot down. There is a lot of war violence, though no really bloody scenes. There is one scene that a horse was running full speed into several barbered wire fences (that one made me even cringe). I don't remember much cursing if there was any, so you are good there. Other than that I would say this is a great movie for you to go see with your older children.
Rating
For the plot I would give it a 3/5
For the acting I would give it a 4/5
For the emotion in it I would give it a 4/5
For all around I would give it 8/10
Signed, NuttyNinja ;-)
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
The Adventures of Tintin
Tintin and Captain Haddock set off on an adventure involving gold and an old legend about a ship Haddock's ancestor commanded.
Tintin is a kid detective apparently, he had a ton of newspaper clippings from adventures he did before this event comes into play plastered on the wall, which left me wondering where the comics are online. ;-D
This movie had to be the most AMAZINGLY made CGI-character movie I have ever seen. It almost didn't look like CGI, but real life! I saw a bit of that kind of animation in Happy Feet 2, but it was hard to tell which was better.
Personally, I thought the story lacked in a few areas, but it was a pretty good and enjoyable movie even if it is aimed at a specific age group (the amount of alcohol wouldn't be wise for those under 10, and the action doesn't quite seem late-teen worthy).
The parts I didn't like other than the drinking were the one's where Haddock or the 2 coppers are doing incredibly stupid things - the coppers are horribly lacking in brain capacity (which was hilarious, and also annoying at the same time) - but that may just be because I'm not a big fan of characters getting embarrassed (I seem to "feel for them" in a way, and it's not comfortable, lol).
Negative Elements:
Lot's of drinking. Haddock wasn't really sober unless he was drinking, yet at other times he was kinda crazy when he was drinking....very odd, and PG material definitely.
Otherwise, I enjoyed the movie about as much as anyone would a Hardy Boys book, since the action is similar I think. Did the Hardy boys ever use a bazooka? In Morocco? lol.
Samurai Rating: 4/5 stars or less for family friendliness, but it probably rates a decent 4 overall on the account that although it wasn't as intriguing as it could of been, the animation and quality were very good..
On a 10-scale (I kinda want to maybe switch) it'd probably be a 7/10.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Sherlock Holmes 1 and 2
This entry is for both movies.
(Wikipedia) Sherlock Holmes is a 2009 British-American action mystery film based on the character of the same name created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The film was directed by Guy Ritchie and produced by Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey and Dan Lin. The screenplay by Michael Robert Johnson, Anthony Peckham and Simon Kinberg was developed from a story by Lionel Wigram and Michael Robert Johnson. Robert Downey, Jr. and Jude Law portray Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson respectively. In the film, Holmes and his companion Watson, with aid from former adversary Irene Adler, investigate a series of murders connected to occult rituals. Mark Strong plays the villain Lord Blackwood, who has somehow returned after his execution with a plot to take over the world using an arsenal of dark arts and new technologies.
(Wikipedia) Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (aka Sherlock Holmes 2) is a 2011 British-American action mystery film directed by Guy Ritchie and produced by Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey, and Dan Lin. It is a sequel to the 2009 film Sherlock Holmes, based on the character of the same name created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The screenplay is written by Kieran Mulroney and Michele Mulroney. Robert Downey, Jr. and Jude Law reprise their roles as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, respectively, as the duo join forces to outwit and bring down their most cunning adversary, Professor Moriarty, played by Jared Harris. The film is specifically influenced by Conan Doyle's work The Final Problem, but it is an independent story rather than a strict adaptation.
Plot Excerpts (Wikipedia):
Sherlock Holmes One: In 1891, London detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey, Jr.) and his partner and flatmate Dr. John Watson (Jude Law) race to prevent the ritual murder of a woman by Lord Henry Blackwood (Mark Strong), who has killed five other young women similarly. They stop the murder before Inspector Lestrade (Eddie Marsan) and the police arrive to arrest Blackwood.
I liked both of these movies, with different parts better in each. In number One the cool scientific stuff behind a lot of the How'd-he-survive-that moments was really nice, and in Two the intense fight action, explosions, and slow-motion (not something you usually see in a detective movie) were amazingly done.
One downside to number Two though is that Holmes seems even more eccentric (if that's possible) - and although there is more action there isn't as much cool geeky science stuff that I so much like in number one.
I really should read the original books, as they say A Game of Shadows is only loosely based on any original works and that the author had plans of actually killing off Holmes (O.o).
Holmes in general when I first watched these movies seemed out of character - as I had at first thought Watson was more of the thinker of the two - though Holmes is so amazingly aware, smart, and oddly psychic when it comes to fighting that you just ignore his eccentricity and still like him.
Though both movies have semi-nude scenes that I don't like, number Two also has some weird parts where Holmes is dressed as a lady - and doesn't fit the part well so it seems kind of gross.
The part from number One where Holmes is boxing is one of it's best parts in my opinion, though in number Two the action scenes are much more sad (as a few minor French characters die) - though I am a big fan of Holme's wedding present to Watson, lol (Holmes almost dies twice [actually three] throughout).
The "bad-guy" in the 2nd movie (Moriarty) is much more agreeable and less menacing than the occultic Blackwood of the first, and as a secondary character I actually like the gypsy Simza (shown left) better than Holmes' "lover" Irene Adler, even if she isn't that good a fighter.
All in all I probably enjoyed number Two better (the occult stuff in One is a real turn-off), but only slightly so I shall still rate them both a 4 out of 5 stars - even if number Two is more solid in that rating than One.
Now, the best quotes? I don't remember any specific one's from number One at the moment, but from number Two when the ex-British Army sniper says "That's not fair!" during the gun showdown between him and Watson is a good one, and I laughed out loud. XD
Plot Excerpts (Wikipedia):
Sherlock Holmes One: In 1891, London detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey, Jr.) and his partner and flatmate Dr. John Watson (Jude Law) race to prevent the ritual murder of a woman by Lord Henry Blackwood (Mark Strong), who has killed five other young women similarly. They stop the murder before Inspector Lestrade (Eddie Marsan) and the police arrive to arrest Blackwood.
Three months later, Holmes' eccentric behavior again annoys Watson. While he enjoys their adventures together, Watson looks forward to marrying Mary Morstan (Kelly Reilly) and leaving 221B Baker Street. Meanwhile, Blackwood has been sentenced to death and requests to see Holmes in prison, where he warns of three more unstoppable deaths that will cause great changes to the world. Blackwood is subsequently hanged and pronounced dead by Watson. Three days later, Holmes is visited by Irene Adler (Rachel McAdams), a professional thief and his former adversary, who asks him to find a missing man named Luke Reordan. After her departure, Holmes follows her as she meets with her secret employer, hidden in the shadows of a carriage. The concealed man states that Reordan is the key to Blackwood's plans. Holmes only learns that the man is a professor and that he intimidates Adler.....etc, etc.
Sherlock Holmes Two (A Game of Shadows): In 1891, Irene Adler (Rachel McAdams) delivers a package to Dr. Hoffmanstahl—payment for a letter he was to deliver. Hoffmanstahl opens the package, triggering a hidden bomb which is prevented from detonating by the intervention of Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey, Jr.). Holmes takes the letter and disposes of the bomb while Adler and Hoffmanstahl escape. Holmes later finds Hoffmanstahl assassinated. Adler meets with Professor Moriarty (Jared Harris) to explain the events, but Moriarty poisons her with fast-acting tuberculosis—deeming her position compromised by her love for Holmes.
Some time later, Dr. Watson (Jude Law) arrives at 221B Baker Street, where Holmes discloses that he is investigating a series of seemingly unrelated murders, terrorist attacks, and business acquisitions, that he has connected to Moriarty. Holmes meets with the gypsy Simza (Noomi Rapace), the intended recipient of the letter he had taken from Adler, sent by her brother Rene. Holmes defeats an assassin sent to kill Simza, but she flees before Holmes can interrogate her. After Mary (Kelly Reilly) and Watson's wedding, Holmes meets Moriarty for the first time. Moriarty informs Holmes that he murdered Adler and will kill Watson and Mary if Holmes' interference continues...etc, etc
I liked both of these movies, with different parts better in each. In number One the cool scientific stuff behind a lot of the How'd-he-survive-that moments was really nice, and in Two the intense fight action, explosions, and slow-motion (not something you usually see in a detective movie) were amazingly done.One downside to number Two though is that Holmes seems even more eccentric (if that's possible) - and although there is more action there isn't as much cool geeky science stuff that I so much like in number one.
I really should read the original books, as they say A Game of Shadows is only loosely based on any original works and that the author had plans of actually killing off Holmes (O.o).
Holmes in general when I first watched these movies seemed out of character - as I had at first thought Watson was more of the thinker of the two - though Holmes is so amazingly aware, smart, and oddly psychic when it comes to fighting that you just ignore his eccentricity and still like him.
Though both movies have semi-nude scenes that I don't like, number Two also has some weird parts where Holmes is dressed as a lady - and doesn't fit the part well so it seems kind of gross.
The part from number One where Holmes is boxing is one of it's best parts in my opinion, though in number Two the action scenes are much more sad (as a few minor French characters die) - though I am a big fan of Holme's wedding present to Watson, lol (Holmes almost dies twice [actually three] throughout).The "bad-guy" in the 2nd movie (Moriarty) is much more agreeable and less menacing than the occultic Blackwood of the first, and as a secondary character I actually like the gypsy Simza (shown left) better than Holmes' "lover" Irene Adler, even if she isn't that good a fighter.
All in all I probably enjoyed number Two better (the occult stuff in One is a real turn-off), but only slightly so I shall still rate them both a 4 out of 5 stars - even if number Two is more solid in that rating than One.
Now, the best quotes? I don't remember any specific one's from number One at the moment, but from number Two when the ex-British Army sniper says "That's not fair!" during the gun showdown between him and Watson is a good one, and I laughed out loud. XD
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