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Bridges (15) – what’s
it about? After two criminals take out some cops on a heist, the police lock
down Manhattan as they try to capture them.
I kind of wasn’t sure what
this would be like from the adverts, it looked ok but yeah it could have gone
either way, so I didn’t really have much expectations for it. I was actually quite
presently surprised by it, it wasn’t just all cops shooting it out, there was a
plot to it and well it kept the pace up throughout, that said though the story
was quite predicable. Yep it’s a good cops vs robbers film if you like that
type of thing.
Rating: ***
Pacific
Rim (DVD – 12) – what’s
it about? Mechs vs Monsters! This is basically the humans trying to survive and
destroy the Kaiju who come through a rift at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean.
I thought I’d give this a
re-watch as I haven’t seen it in a bit, I think this is my third watching it now
lol. It’s still a good action flick, it’s got some story which is ok but it
mainly focuses on the action side of things. Yep it just shines through from
the old monster and/or mech movies/animes. Yeah if you like to watch monsters
battling it out and some big ass fight scenes then this will definitely be
right up your street and worth a look.
Jurassic
Park (DVD - PG) – what’s it
about? A guy sets up a theme park with real dinosaurs and needs to get the
approval of two experts before the park can be opened.
I haven’t seen this for
ages and I mean since I had it on VHS as a kid – it was one of my top films
that I watched over and over. So as I found it cheap in the shop I thought what
the hell I’d give it a re-watch. Yeah some of the effects of the dinosaurs are
a bit dated now but it’s still a good film, it’s got a good story but I did ask
myself “why are you sitting eating ice cream whilst they are all in danger, go
help them you bastards!” Anyway yeah it’s got some amusing bits in it, some
action and suspense to boot. Yeah it’s one of those classics that’s worth a
re-watch even for the amusement factor.
Rating: ****
Allegiant
(DVD - 12A) – what’s it
about? The third film in the Divergent series where Tris and the gang meet with the orchestrators of Chicago and must save their
city.
After watching the first
two recently I thought I’d re-watch this one to finish seeing the series all
close together. It was still a good film, it continued on in the same teen
sci-fi movie type vein so if you liked the others then this one is definitely
worth a watch. Yeah it had enough action in it, but I did feel like the
storyline was a little bit meh but it was still enjoyable. It is definitely one
where you have to have seen all the series for it to make sense. I am also not
sure on the comparison the books have to these movies as I haven’t read them.
Coyote
Ugly (DVD – 12) –
what’s it about? A young girl moves to the city to try to make it as a musician
and ends up working in a wild bar.
I hadn’t seen this one in
a while and it popped into my head and I thought I want to re-watch it. It’s
one of those nice stories about romance and friendship, it’s not all sicky all
the time as its more about all the characters than just all romance. It’s a
chick flick – you know one where you curl up on the sofa with your girlie mates
and eat ice cream or something like that. Yep even though its girlie it’s a
good one, and is worth a watch or rewatch.
Rating: ****
Insurgent
(DVD – 12A) – what’s it
about? The sequel to Divergent where Tris and the Dauntless gang must stop Jeanine’s
evil plan.
So after watching
Divergent last week, this time it’s the sequels turn. I have to say watching
this at home I did get a little bored compared to when I saw this at the
cinema, but I think I was just meh. That said it’s a good continuation to the
story about the sci-fi-dystopian world, and it does get going enough with the
story and then it does get engrossing. Yeah it’s a nice teen story with a bit
of action so if you like that type of thing, it’s worth a watch.
Terminator:
Dark Fate (15) – what’s
it about? A Terminator is sent back to destroy the future leader of the resistance.
I thought I’d give this
one a go as I’ve seen all the other Terminator films and watched the TV series
and I do love the universe. I wasn’t sure though if this would be any good, but
it was a good reboot movie. It kept me engrossed for most the time, it had
enough action as well as a good story even though it was pretty much a rehash.
I wouldn’t expect this to be amazing but its worth a look if you like
Terminator stuff.
Rating: ***
The
Addams Family (PG) –
what’s it about? A new housing development pops up next to the Addam’s mansion.
I loved the Addams family
movies and the TV series and when I saw this advertised, I thought to myself I
need to check it out, so I did. This was pretty funny, it definitely had its
moments and really captured the family too, as well as the “normal” society
around them. Yeah this is a good one for all the family, there’s not really any
hidden adult humour in it but its still funny. If you like the quirky and
spookiness of the Addams family, then you’ll probably like this one.
Rating: ****
Shaun
the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon (U)
– what’s it about? Shaun finds an alien and has to help them get back home.
I liked the Wallace and
Gromit movies and Shaun the Sheep, they are always amusing and a little quirky.
Even though this doesn’t have any speech in it as such, it’s still a great
little movie, of course though it won’t be everyone’s cup of tea because of
this. It’s definitely one that the little ones will love and be laughing at all
the way through, but as an adult if you liked the previous movies then this is
more of the same – it’s cute and amusing.
Rating: ***
Doctor Sleep (15) – what’s it about? The continuation on from the Shinning where Dan must team up with a young girl to end a cults reign of terror.
I have to admit I can find some of the Stephen King movie adaptations really drawn out and slow and just longer than they need to be but I was impressed by this one. They really kept up the pace all the way through and everything included was relevant to the bigger story, it was just done generally really well. It was pretty good to see the sequel to this, but I have to say I wasn’t scared at all during this, not even one jump. Yep it’s a good mild horror which is worth checking out, that’s if you want to find out what happens to Dan after all these years.
Rating: ***
UFO
(2018) (DVD – 12) –
what’s it about? After a UFO sighting in the US a student tries to solve the
signals sent by the aliens.
I saw this in the shop for
cheap and thought I would give it a go as I like a good alien film, this was a
little different where it was a student trying to solve the riddle of the
visitations. The story is ok, but I did find myself getting a little bored with
it at first, as it just didn’t seem to go anywhere fast but then it got pretty
good so I’m in a mixed opinion about this one. I think it’s probably about a 2
½ stars movie, and one you have to commit to watch all the way through. I think
if you are a UFO and alien enthusiast then you may like this but if not
probably don’t bother.
Rating: **
Hocus
Pocus (DVD – PG) –
what’s it about? A group of kids must survive Halloween night after waking
three witches.
As it was Halloween, I
thought I’d continue on my tradition of watching this one, and every time I see
it, I forgot how much I love it. Its really got it all really, it’s got some
humour in it, a good and compelling story and some interesting characters. Even
though it’s pretty old now it’s not too dated either so that’s a plus. Yeah
this is one to re-watch and maybe share with your family if you haven’t already,
it’s just one of those timeless gems really.
Rating: ****
Matilda
(DVD – PG) – what’s it
about? Matilda is sent to school and helps the children to stop the horrible
headmistress.
This is just a fun kids
film really; I saw it over a year ago on TV but managed to pick the DVD up
cheap as I wanted to add it to my collection. I truly think it’s one of those
that kids will love but also adults will find amusing too…well I did anyway.
This is just generally an all-round good family movie, the story is ok, the
characters are good and well it’s just fun really.
Rating: ****
Divergent
(DVD – 12A) – what’s it
about? Tris comes of age and has to join a faction, but in this process, she
discovers some things about herself.
I decided to give this one
another go as I got all the movies on DVD, so this is the first re-review for
it, and I have to say I’m really looking forward to seeing them all close
together to help enhance the story. Anyway, yes this is a good film, sadly I
haven’t read the books to compare though, but the movie itself is pretty neat.
It’s got a good story and enough action that kept me engrossed all the way
through. I think this is definitely one the teen audience would love but also
its good for adults too. I’d say this is more 3 ½ stars movie.
