Harry Potter (both novels and films) was a huge part of my childhood; I grew up reading the books and watching the movies. It was a world of its own, and a world that I still gladly explore from time to time. I've never written birthday posts but when writing this, I thought, why not? So here's a list of my favorite scenes (one per film) to commemorate the day. As lists go, this is arranged by movie, and I went with scenes that not only do I love, but has an impact on the character or the turn of the film itself.
Double Feature: How to Train Your Dragon / How to Train Your Dragon 2
Trailer: The Skeleton Twins
For someone who's not a vocal fan of Kristin Wiig, I watch a lot of her movies. She dabbles on some pretty light material, and despite playing a similar character in all these light flare, she makes it work. This time, she's with Bill Hader (who I loved in SNL), and they play siblings. It looks quite charming enough, and I'll be seeing Hader tackle a character that is not blatantly funny. I like their chemistry together, and I think this could be a film of Wiig's that I actually will like, or find endearing. Either way, I'm quite certain I might see it. How about you? Where do your thoughts lay on Kristin Wiig and her acting career?
Batman
Smashed
Alcoholism is a vice brought by many factors. It can be due to a person's environment, or a hereditary habit, to name a few. But what happens when a person tries to surpass it, to say that one had enough of the lifestyle, that a person's vice has brought nothing but trouble to daily life? That is what James Ponsoldt's Smashed portray, as we watch the life of Kate Hannah, an alcoholic whose habit has brought destruction to her life.
Trailer: The Captive
This looked like it had potential...and then it revealed what could be a major plot point in the film, rendering the thriller...without a thrill. The score itself seemed fitting for the film (set in winter, the tone of the music is cold), but when it brings a reveal, it lessens the interest to see how the film unfolds. Ryan Reynolds is definitely having some difficulty getting his footing back after a slew of blockbuster misses. I don't think this one would do. I'm probably going to wait for reviews; I just want to know the connection between the reveal and the family.
Begin Again
Someone give Keira Knightley a record deal pronto! From the writer and the director of Once, a musical drama springs up again, involving a scorned woman and a down on his luck record producer, whose lives intertwine on one open mic night. It was a simple story, elevated by the performances of the actors, and a soundtrack that is quite fitting to the film. Begin Again was charming, and I could just see myself watching this over again.
Labels:
Adam Levine,
comedy,
director: John Carney,
drama,
Keira Knightley,
Mark Ruffalo,
musical
Blind Spot: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
If I was to make a list of children's films people my age have probably seen during their childhood, E.T. would have been one of them. As a child, I was never really coerced into watching a brown, strange looking thing point his finger and then makes it glow (hence, this blind spot). But I wasn't unaware of E.T.; I think it would be slightly improbable that people not recognize E.T. After all, he is an iconic character himself, and the film is considered to be one of Spielberg's finest. Beside the iconic shot that's used in all promotional items, or anything regarding the film, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial displays a powerful friendship in the eyes of its characters.
Against the Crowd Blogathon
I recently stumbled upon Dell on Movies, and he is hosting a blogathon (side note: blogathons really are an amazing factor when it comes to discovering more blogs). This one seems really fun, as he creates a no judgment zone when it comes to movies you love or just don't like with a passion. So here are the rules:
1. Pick one movie that "everyone" loves (the more iconic, the better). That movie must have a score of at least 80% on rottentomatoes.com. Tell us why you hate it.
2. Pick one movie that "everyone" hates (the more notorious, the better). That movie must have a score of less than 30% on rottentomatoes.com. Tell us why you love it.
3. Include the tomato meter scores of both movies.
So let's get started!
Chef
Trailer: The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby
This is very much one of my most awaited films, and the trailer looked lovely. I would definitely go and see this film. While it has a recipe of a love story, the way that Jessica Chastain and James McAvoy portray the lovers, and the story behind their story (as the film is told in two parts) has a dramatic, yet cinematic take to it. I initially thought the parts (his and her) were going to be released separately (I don't know if it was released separately in the festival circuit) but those movies are going to be released as one. While the main focus is really on Chastain's character, I'm as much excited to see this because of James McAvoy. He has been in a couple of films himself, but has yet to have a break out role akin to Michael Fassbender (who immediately rose into the big roster during 2012's Shame).
Trailer: Life After Beth
Ever since I saw Dane DeHaan in Chronicle, I've become a convert fan. With the exception of the Spiderman movies, I would go and see this guy's films. Life After Beth looks like a fun movie. Not only does DeHann exhibit something out of his usual seriousness, but it's supported with a great cast. This is definitely on my to-watch list, and hopefully it delivers the same quality that its trailer does.
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