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Kazed Reviews: Cowboys and Aliens (2011)

      I got a chance to watch this film at the EMPIRE BIG SCREEN event in London this past Weekend with fellow writer, Muni. Hmmz. Where to start with this baby. Initially, I thought the film was great. Now, after letting it sink in for a couple of days, I have mixed reactions. For the most part, C&A was an action-packed, visually stunning film. But beneath this façade, if you will, was really quite a hollow film. Don't get me wrong now, I enjoyed it enough to want to buy it on DVD/Blu-ray, but something just wasn't right here. Maybe it had something to do with the abs ent explanation as to why Daniel Craig had such amazing prowess, or that Olivia Wilde was relatively wooden(I'm talking about her performance, kids). Favreau hasn't disappointed in this, but one can't help thinking the story could have been better. The pacing was fine, it was the way in which the story itself was delivered. Cast members Daniel Craig and Olivia Wilde worked well together, but the problem was that Olivia's part in the film was obvious from the outset, and I think this was due to her slightly monotonous performance(you'll understand once you watch it). Cowboys & Aliens contained all elements that a successful film should have: humour, action, sex appeal(?), cowboys, and aliens. Oh. I made a connection. Anyway, enough banter. Scores: Performances: 6/10 Plot: 6/10 Visuals: 8/10 Dialogue: 5/10 Overall: 6/10

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New trailer for The Darkest Hour(2011)

                I'm loving the look of this. Directed by Timur Bekmambatov(Wanted), it's a sweet twist on another Alien Invasion flick. Another type of film I can't get enough of. I absolutely love the unconventional twist on the Alien, this film could be something special. That, and I'm a slut for post-apocalyptic films. This lands in theatres December 2011.  

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Lola reviews Studio Ghibli series: Arrietty (2011)

For anyone who isn't familiar with this movie, it is the latest release from the magical Studio Ghibli who have brought us many wonderful films such as Spirited Away and Ponyo. With many wonderful films under their belt everyone awaits for their inevitable flop, I mean it happens to everyone, right? Not this time. This film is truly wonderful from the get go.

Arrietty is an anime version of the borrowers, which instantly made me happy because I remember the tv show as a child which I turned into an awesome playground game thus resulting in many happy memories... Anyhow, back to the movie:

The main character in this movie is a young girl named, yep you guessed it, Arrietty. She's fast approaching 14 meaning she's to learn the skills of 'borrowing'. Her first borrowing mission is cut short however when a young boy sees her trying to 'borrow' a sheet of tissue. This is of course the worst possible thing to happen to the Borrowers who strive to remain unseen as a matter of live and death. However, instead of trying to catch them, the young boy and Arrietty strike up an unlikely friendship...

I wont say any more about the plot, as I would not like to ruin it for any of you.

Arrietty Trailer

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While it may not be an action packed movie it certainly was an absolute treat for the peepers, and made my heart swell with joy. My only negative points being it was a little bit slow to start, and there was a super cheesy farewell between Arrietty and the young boy, but it was still lovely, and I left feeling very enchanted.

Well done Ghibli. 7/10.

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Amazing new Tron: Legacy Trailer

Simply amazing.

Kazed

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Steve Carell & Tina Fey in 'Date Night'

In my opinion, two of the best comedians of my generation(well, not mine, I guess they're pretty old, but still, whatever) get together in what looks to be an amazing film. Kristin Wiig, James Franco, are just a couple of names among the all star cast in this comedy set to hit us April 9, 2010.

'Date Night' revolves around a bored married couple, Claire and Phil Foster, and one glamorous night out on the town. But, the date night they planned turn disastrous when it leads to a real case of mistaken identity, a Mob effort to kill them and an Odyssean getaway through New York City's nightscape. - AceShowbiz

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