So then, we wander off into our celluloid soiree this week, with another comedy, this time of a romantic twist, as we enjoy the delights of;
Hitch
Will Smith stars in this 2005 RomCom as the Date Doctor; Alex 'Hitch' Hitchins. He is a relationship consultant, advising, ill-advised men on the whys, whens and wherefores of love. Claiming he can get a man together with the woman of his desires, in just three dates.
That's the basic plot outlined, what follows is the very funny actions and consequences of Hitchs' advice.
To add a twist to the tale, Hitch falls for gossip columnist Sara Melas, who he meets in a bar. Melas is played by the delightful Eva Mendes.
Sara does not know that Hitch is the Date Doctor, so she falls for his cute patter and cool charm, that he normally teaches his clients.
One of his clients; Albert Brennaman (played by Kevin James), really wants to meet wealthy socialite Allegra Cole (Amber Valletta). These two are leagues apart, but Hitch weaves his magic and makes it happen. However, our gossip columnist Sara Melas, then becomes suspicious and intrigued, and finally discovers the identity of the Date Doctor. So feels that Hitch has hidden the real him and she believes that he makes his money by exploiting other people.
So what happens in the end?
Watch it and find out. Hitch really is a funny film, with constant laugh out loud moments, during the mid section of the film. The end becomes a bit more lovey-dovey, but hey! It's a romantic comedy!
Enjoy.
Tuesday 30 August 2011
Tuesday 23 August 2011
Get Him to the Greek - 23rd August 2011
It's back to the comedy for Tuesday Night is Film Night, with the 2010 spin-off sequel to Forgetting Sarah Marshall;
Get Him to the Greek
Russell Brand reprises his character of drug and booze fuelled British rock star Aldous Snow, in this spin off from Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
There's no real link to the first film, just a couple of references, so "Get Him to the Greek" stands alone as a piece of work, you do not need to see Forgetting Sarah Marshall to enjoy Russell Brand at his lewd and crude best!
Brand is ably assisted in the film by co-star; Jonah Hill, who plays Aaron Green, a record company intern, who suggests to aid the ailing record label, that a comeback concert by Aldous Snow would bring in the necessary cash.
The record label boss; Sergio Roma (played by P Diddy), thinks it's a great idea, so entrusts Aaron to fly to London, get Aldous Snow and bring him back to the States and get him to the concert at the Greek Theatre (hence the film title), all within 72 hours.
This wouldn't be so bad, if Aldous Snow wasn't the stereotypical rock star, so what follows is the adventures they have in getting form London to LA. There are some hilarious laugh out loud moments, with cameo appearances from a few stars. (Pink, Christina Aguilera, Tom Felton).
There's is a sub-plot as well, which follows the relationship between Aaron and his longterm girlfriend; Daphne, which gives the hero of the film, some love interest. Although he has some other interests on the way!!
If you can stand the gratutious swearing, sex, drug taking etc. of which there is plenty! Then you'll enjoy this film!
A stand out performance and a surprising one at that, was P Diddy as Sergio Roma, extremely funny and ideal for the character he played.
Really enjoyed this film.
Get Him to the Greek
Russell Brand reprises his character of drug and booze fuelled British rock star Aldous Snow, in this spin off from Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
There's no real link to the first film, just a couple of references, so "Get Him to the Greek" stands alone as a piece of work, you do not need to see Forgetting Sarah Marshall to enjoy Russell Brand at his lewd and crude best!
Brand is ably assisted in the film by co-star; Jonah Hill, who plays Aaron Green, a record company intern, who suggests to aid the ailing record label, that a comeback concert by Aldous Snow would bring in the necessary cash.
The record label boss; Sergio Roma (played by P Diddy), thinks it's a great idea, so entrusts Aaron to fly to London, get Aldous Snow and bring him back to the States and get him to the concert at the Greek Theatre (hence the film title), all within 72 hours.
This wouldn't be so bad, if Aldous Snow wasn't the stereotypical rock star, so what follows is the adventures they have in getting form London to LA. There are some hilarious laugh out loud moments, with cameo appearances from a few stars. (Pink, Christina Aguilera, Tom Felton).
There's is a sub-plot as well, which follows the relationship between Aaron and his longterm girlfriend; Daphne, which gives the hero of the film, some love interest. Although he has some other interests on the way!!
If you can stand the gratutious swearing, sex, drug taking etc. of which there is plenty! Then you'll enjoy this film!
A stand out performance and a surprising one at that, was P Diddy as Sergio Roma, extremely funny and ideal for the character he played.
Really enjoyed this film.
Tuesday 16 August 2011
The Butterfly Effect 2 - 16th August 2011
This week we take a look at a film sequel. The question is; will it be as good as the original.......?
The Butterfly Effect 2
If you have seen The Butterfly Effect, you will know the basic premise to the film. In the The Butterfly Effect 2 it is the same "change and effect" scenario.
This time the lead is taken by Eric Lively, who plays successful salesman Nick Larson. The film opens with four friends celebrating the Birthday of Nicks' girlfriend; Julie Miller (played by Erica Durance).
Several key elements are played out in this first sequence, elements that are revisited throughout the film.
The action kicks off after this first sequence, when the foursome are involved in a car accident. Nick survives to find his world has been turned upside down. He also discovers that he now suffers from headaches and nosebleeds, not only that, but they occur when looking at photographs. And some how he is able to travel back in time, to period when the photo was taken.
Initially, he tries to put things right, but then discovers that he can use this ability to his own advantage. Unfortunately, what could be deemed as advantageous to Nick, can have a detrimental effect on those that surround him.
So, the sequel may not have been as good as the first film, but as a psychological thriller it was top notch. It kept me on the edge of my seat and not once did I get bored with the story or the way the story was told.
All in all, a good film.
The Butterfly Effect 2
If you have seen The Butterfly Effect, you will know the basic premise to the film. In the The Butterfly Effect 2 it is the same "change and effect" scenario.
This time the lead is taken by Eric Lively, who plays successful salesman Nick Larson. The film opens with four friends celebrating the Birthday of Nicks' girlfriend; Julie Miller (played by Erica Durance).
Several key elements are played out in this first sequence, elements that are revisited throughout the film.
The action kicks off after this first sequence, when the foursome are involved in a car accident. Nick survives to find his world has been turned upside down. He also discovers that he now suffers from headaches and nosebleeds, not only that, but they occur when looking at photographs. And some how he is able to travel back in time, to period when the photo was taken.
Initially, he tries to put things right, but then discovers that he can use this ability to his own advantage. Unfortunately, what could be deemed as advantageous to Nick, can have a detrimental effect on those that surround him.
So, the sequel may not have been as good as the first film, but as a psychological thriller it was top notch. It kept me on the edge of my seat and not once did I get bored with the story or the way the story was told.
All in all, a good film.
Tuesday 2 August 2011
Holes - 2nd August 2011
Hello all! After skipping a week due to a short holiday, we are back this week! Our excursion into the silver screen this week, finds us watching;
Holes.
So, what is Holes all about? Well; Holes is an adaptation of Louis Sachar's book Holes. The film stays faithful to the original Sachar story.
After being wrongly found guilty of stealing a pair of sneakers, Stanley Yelnats, admirably played by Shia LaBeouf, gets sent to Camp Green Lake, a juvenile correctional facility, situated in the bed of a long-gone dry Texas lake.
Whilst there, he and the other boys are minded by the cruel, Mr Sir (Jon Voight), counselled by therapist Dr Pendanski (Tim Blake Nelson) and the whole camp is overseen by the Warden played by Sigourney Weaver.
The title of the film (and the book) relates to the fact that Stanley and the dozens of other delinquents are forced to dig an endless series of holes that the warden hopes will lead her to................
Can't tell you too much there! It would spoil the fun.
Needless to say the story takes you to, a fairly inevitable conclusion. However, the way Sachar gets you there, is full of suspense, intrigue and several generations of the families involved, intertwining.
Holes is a quaint, fairly innocent family adventure, something for a lazy wet Bank Holiday. It a fun feelgood film, with a star-studded cast! Look out for Henry Winkler, Eartha Kitt..... OK not so many stars, but Sigourney Weaver and Jon Voight are excellent.
Watch this film. That's an order!
Holes.
So, what is Holes all about? Well; Holes is an adaptation of Louis Sachar's book Holes. The film stays faithful to the original Sachar story.
After being wrongly found guilty of stealing a pair of sneakers, Stanley Yelnats, admirably played by Shia LaBeouf, gets sent to Camp Green Lake, a juvenile correctional facility, situated in the bed of a long-gone dry Texas lake.
Whilst there, he and the other boys are minded by the cruel, Mr Sir (Jon Voight), counselled by therapist Dr Pendanski (Tim Blake Nelson) and the whole camp is overseen by the Warden played by Sigourney Weaver.
The title of the film (and the book) relates to the fact that Stanley and the dozens of other delinquents are forced to dig an endless series of holes that the warden hopes will lead her to................
Can't tell you too much there! It would spoil the fun.
Needless to say the story takes you to, a fairly inevitable conclusion. However, the way Sachar gets you there, is full of suspense, intrigue and several generations of the families involved, intertwining.
Holes is a quaint, fairly innocent family adventure, something for a lazy wet Bank Holiday. It a fun feelgood film, with a star-studded cast! Look out for Henry Winkler, Eartha Kitt..... OK not so many stars, but Sigourney Weaver and Jon Voight are excellent.
Watch this film. That's an order!
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