filmfrenzy

127 hours – FFF+

Like I felt before going to see Buried and Unstoppable I wasn’t too excited. How far can you take a story about a guy who is stuck in a canyon? As was the answer with the two previous mentioned films; quite far if you have the right actor, and in this case, a great director as well. James Franco puts on a great performance and keeps the film interesting. The fact that the film is based on a true story makes it quite fascinating.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlhLOWTnVoQ

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1542344/

Morning Glory – FFF

Becky Fuller (Rachel McAdams) is a determined producer whose life long dream is to become a producer of America’s number one morning show. Something that her mother refers to as adorable when she was 8, inspiring when she was 18 and now a little bit embarrassing and please stop before it gets heartbreaking. To reach her dream she has to put up with stuck-up Mike Pomeroy played by Harrison Ford who is charming as a grumpy old man. McAdams role is on the border of being annoying but just as I begin to get tired of her she somehow manage to make me laugh and the film is rather amusing all way through and at one point a laughed so hard I had tears in my eyes, which is nice for a change. This is one of those feel good films where you know how it is going to end 20 minutes in to the film. Predictable, sure, but it still made me feel good!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9lWUqraDoU

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1126618/

The black Swan – FFF+

I think my expectations were to high going to see this film and because of that I wasn’t too impressed. This is a movie to my taste, don’t get me wrong. I love weird, psychological, dark films and Black Swan gives you all that and more. Natalie Portman is perfect in the role of neurotic, fragile Nina there was just something missing in this movie experience that didn’t really make me want to go and see it again or feel as if I can’t wait to get it on DVD, I most probably will not, as other films I have rated FFFF. So even though I wanted to give it four F’s, it will only be three plus. Something to take away from this film though is as Nina’s director/coach is trying to tell her as well as masturbation and girl on girl action scenes try to illustrate: Not only does sex sell, it’s as important as vitamins to a healthy living! So go on.. Live a little! :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jaI1XOB-bs

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0947798/

The King’s Speach – FFFF

This is a warm and humorous film that goes to your heart. To me it appeals due to the true story and historical aspect. Colin Firth is very convincing in his portrayal of the stammering Duke of York in his becoming of King George VI. He makes you feel his struggle, his powerlessness and the embarrassment. This is one of those films that will win a good few Oscar’s. It is going to be interesting to see how many out of the 12 nominations!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzI4D6dyp_o

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1504320/

The Next Three Days – FFF

This is Russell Crowe, not as the Gladiator, not as Robin Hood but still as that same old tormented hero fighting for the woman in his life. To be honest, he’s not half the hero as in gladiator but you have to admire his dedication and how quickly he turns in to a bomb making jail breaker just by watching youtube clips! This film could be so much better but since we are never completely sure of his wife’s innocence it makes it kind of hard to feel passionate about his mission and Crowe looks more like a fool than a hero.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEtABnXB5Dc&feature=fvst

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1458175/

Tron – Legasy 3D FF+

Watching the trailer, this film looked like a visual feast but the fact that it is a Disney production made me a bit worried. A feast it was. As far as music and visual experience goes this film is great, but that doesn’t make it a great film but just a too long music video. Call me old fashion but I really don’t care too much for 3D movies. Sometimes it can enhance the visual experience but most of the time it’s just over used and things flying right at you to make you duck gets quite boring after a while.  Michael Sheen shows up and gives us a great performance in one of the smaller roles. Other than that this film left me with no great impressions. Still, it was better than Skyline! :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9szn1QQfas

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1104001/

Monsters - FF+

This film was entertaining but didn’t leave much of an impact. In Fact, the only thing I can remember is that Whitney Able’s acting was good and Scoot McNairy’s wasn’t. Still, it was much better than Skyline which is still one of the worst films I’ve seen in a while.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Yl-p_xAlpk&feature=related

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1470827/

Love and Other Drugs - FFF

Jake Gyllendaal isn’t really convincing as a ‘bad guy’ and nether does Anne Hathaway fool me with her ‘I just want no strings attached sex’ act. But the chemistry is there from the start, and so is the nakedness. This film could work well as a drinking game. Just have a shot each time you can spot Hathaway’s boobs! But to be honest, the nakedness was the reason we went to see this film in the first place. It’s been months since we had the opportunity to drawl over Jake's toned arms like we did in Prince of Persia, but here he is again and we are still asking our selfs: “When did he get so damn hot?”. Other than the fact that this is as close to a porn as you can get without it being porn, the film drags a little bit towards the end and you just wish someone, anyone, would die.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKtrLiQTSM8

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0758752/

Unstoppable  - FFF

Laura dragged me to see this one, I didn’t feel too enthusiastic about it since the plot is two guys on a runaway train. You are not going to be able to take that story line that far. And I was partly right but what I didn’t take under consideration was that Denzel Washington was one of those guys. Denzel always gives an amazing performance and Chris Pine managed to keep up.

But are we suppose to feel sorry for him not seeing his kid? He’s a weirdo!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JM-0Ywc7wNY

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0477080/

The Girl who Kicked the Hornet's Nest - FFFF

The third and final film based on Stieg Larssons books gives you the same great actors as in the two previous films as well as an interesting plot and good action. The pieces of the puzzle fall in to place. Being Swedish this film goes straight to my heart. I love hearing the language, seeing familiar scenes and actors. But besides that, this is still a good film and if you are not Swedish don’t let having to read the subtitles put you off, give it a go!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fccRlpFuLo

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1343097/