Out of box tale of boxer , two hit men , gangster and his wife and pair of bandits beautifully spined like spiderweb. The story is imaginative and takes unexpected turns as normal Quentin Tarantino movies does. With some extraordinary acting talents of Samuel Jackson , John Travolta, Tim Roth, Bruce Willis, Ving Rhames, Uma Thurman and the list goes on.Some dialogues that makes you wonder "How can anyone write such masterpiece ?"Quentin Tarantino writes script that still remains one of the best in Holywood. I am going with 4 stars out of 5 for Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction. Don't miss this one .**WARNING: THE MOVIE IS STRICTLY FOR ADULTS
Two young girls are found in woods and their uncle takes their custody , its a mystery how two girls survived for five years. Once they are brought back to normal environment at their Uncle's house supernatural things starts to take place , apparently girls had guardian ghost mama who took care of them in the woods. Good story line and some spine chilling scenes makes this movie worth a watch. Nikolaj has small role but he justifies his character. After stunning performance in Zero Dark Thirty Jessica Chastain does not disappoint you , her acting is versatile and continues to impress everyone. But the soul of movie and no pun intended are two girls Megan Charpentier and Isabelle Nelisse. Two girls are adorable on screen and gives sincere performances . I am going with 3 stars out of 5 for Andres Muschietti's Mama.Inspired by his short film under same name in 2008, Mama is worth watch .
Scott Thomas is dumped by his girlfriend on his graduation day and he misunderstood mieke ,a very understandable and lovely German girl as guy , wanted to break his predictable image Scott Thomas sets out for misadventures of life time with his friends . Euro trip is for people who likes comedy , some of the scenes are cheesy but movie is very funny. I am going with 3 stars for Jeff Schaffer's Euro Trip. Watch it with friends on couch you will have fun for sure !!!
The Mighty Ducks is teenage Ice Hockey team which is coached by Ex-hockey player from team Ducks. He could not make it to NHL because he is tipped by one of opponent player.He becomes coach and is outfocus by money involved rather than coaching . The Mighty Ducks is goofy and is sincere effort . Story lacks some punches but it is easy on eyes. Emilio Estevez gives good performance as coach Gordon Bombay. I am going with 2 and 1/2 stars for Sam Weisman's The Mighty Ducks. I tried watching it after thrilling game of hockey i had lot of fun , you can try that too!!
Intense scene of riding of horse is turned to hillarious laughter when you find out that it was noise made by coconuts in hand . In this bizzare comedy King Arthur is set on a quest for Holy Grail. King Arthur sets himself to find crew for his quest. Some really funny incidents throughout the movie makes you laugh like crazy. Trojan Rabbit , Flying Cows from canon are few to mention . It is one of funniest movie that I have ever seen . I am going with 4 stars out of 5 for Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones's Monty Python And Holy Grail.Keep aside your brain and watch this masterpiece.
Very first scene of the movie will let you know that you are in for some gruesome mafia movie. Movie is set in 1949 story of mobster Mickey Cohen how he ruled Los Angeles and had almost all cops in his pocket . A special team is recruited to bring downfall of Mickey Cohen . Josh Brolin gives great performance and Emma Stone is beautiful in movie , Ryan Gosling gives yet another remarkable performance but Sean Penn steals the show as Mickey Cohen .Story lacks pace and loses its rythm sometimes . Story is very predictable. Movie is not bad by all means it's just half done ,you will feel something is missing .Ruben Fleischer maker of movies like Zombieland and 30 minutes or less goes to whole new side and makes sincere effort. I am going with 2 and 1/2 stars for Ruben Fleischer's Gangster Squad. Go with less expectation and you will enjoy movie.
Manhattan murder mystery is unusual story of usual couple. Larry and Carol are happily married when they cross path with their neighbors Paul and Lilian. Next day Lilian dies and Carol is convinced that Paul killed her. Woody Allen does excellent work behind cameras and in front as well. There are some really funny scenes when he is sloppy with things . Some tight script writing and abundance elements of surprise movie keeps you nail biting throughout and makes your heart laugh out loud at same time. I am going with 3 stars out of 5 for Woody Allen's Manhattan Murder Mystery. You will laugh out loud !!!
This is final part of Batman : The Dark Knight Returns . Batman faces Joker in this final episode . Joker plans his escape from mental institution killing hundred of people . Batman is held responsible for death of Joker and new Commissioner who takes up place for retired Jim Gordon is not found of Batman and thus has ordered to capture Batman .Batman fights with his age and also found new Robin to help him . The Final surprise and battle is with Superman. Also guest appearance of Green Arrow makes you smile . Aged superheroes is not what you like to see but still it is very good script. There are some really good surprises like Lana Lang character is used who defends Batman in talk shows. You see old Cat women , Jim Gordon , Superman , Green Arrow and Joker. I am going with 3 stars for this final part of Batman : The Dark Knight Returns. Don't miss this final part.
This animated thriller narrates the story of Batman who has retire for 10 years now . New breed of criminals have taken over Gotham City who call themselves Mutants . Due to atrocious activities of these mutants Batman is forced to wear cape again but this time he is old and weak .This saga has been divided into two parts . Batman and Harvey Dent face each other . Integration to that open ending showing Joker in the end tempts you to watch final part .Peter Weller has given voice for Batman/Bruce Wayne .I am going with 3 stars out of 5 for Jay Oliva's Batman: The Dark Knight Returns. Don't miss if you are Batman Fan !!
Have craving for good suspense movie ? watch Murder By Death.Murder By Death is suspense comedy . The story takes place when a rich guy sends strange invitation to some of the best detectives in world saying "Dinner and Murder" . He invites these detectives to solve crime that is going to take place in few hours .With some really funny dialogues and unpredictable script , makes this movie worth watching . I am going with 3 and 1/2 stars out of 5 for Robert Moore's Death By Murder .Sit back and enjoy !!!
Greek mythology is represented in very unusual manner . The story is about Percy Jackson who is demi god and son of Poseidon. The Lightning Bolt of Zeus is stolen and the blame is on Percy Jackson . Movie is an adventure of Percy Jackson finding Lightning Bolt and returning back to Zeus and saving his mom from Underworld of Hades.There are some surprise guest appearances by actors like Pierce Brosnan & Uma Thurman.Chris Columbus the director of movies like Harry Potter and Home Alone is fantastic behind cameras. I am going with 3 stars out of 5 for Chris Columbus's Percy Jackson and the Olympian : The Lightning Thief. Enjoy your history!!
Everyone likes the story of an underdog. Karate Kid is story of young boy who gets bullied by his classmates because he likes a girl .The young boy seeks help from maintenance man to learn Karate so that he can self defend himself. It's a remake of classic movie with same name The Karate Kid. Movie stars Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan. Jaden Smith proves that acting is in his genes. Jackie Chan is humble as ever. Movie loses its pace with background story of Jackie Chan but it quickly gains back the lost rhythm.I am going with 3 Stars out of 5 for Herald Zwart's The Karate Kid. Its feel good movie . Once you finish movie you will be tempted to see older version of The Karate Kid , don't stop yourself do it , you will have fun.
Zero Dark Thirty is saga of manhunt of terrorist Osama Bin Laden. Based on true events about how CIA agent is determined to Catch Bin Laden . With some natural acting and good direction makes this movie quite nail biting . The only drawback is that its stretched too far , you will get bored in parts. Movie maintains its own pace. There are some very thrilling scenes in the movie. Climax is one of the best I have seen in long time.Jessica Chastain is fantastic throughout the movie. I am going with 3 1/2 stars out of 5 for Kathryn Bigelow's Zero Dark Thirty.Go With Your buddies, you won't be disappointed!!
From the moment camera starts moving in first scene , you know for sure that you are going to witness something amazing. Hugo is story of young boy who lives in walls of train station. His soul purpose in life is to fulfill his father incomplete work . With help of his friend Isabel he fulfills his destiny .It is fantastic to see Martin Scorsese's work , it is unbelievable that man who directed brutal thrillers like Departed and Shutter Island has created gem for young children . With some superb acting of Ben Kingsley , Sacha Baron Cohen, Asa Butterfield and Chloe Grace Moretz and nice paced story you won't get bored . I am going with 3 and 1/2 stars for Martin Scorsese's Hugo . Watch and have fun !!!
When People start having illusion and that results into their death . Young Sherlock Holmes decides to solve the case . Its Classic example of experiment going wrong .Nicholas Rowe is far from being Sherlock Holmes. Avoid watching this one instead can go and watch Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Jeremy Brett . This story looks more like Nancy Drew's adventure . I am going with generous 2 stars out 5 . Watch it only if you have to !!
College piano player tries to check his mother into rehab , but hell get loose when circumstances lead him to translate Spanish for drug dealer. Script lacks some punch but its a wild adventure . Dealing with junkie mother , puppet talking sister , Spanish dealer , drug dealers and girl whom he likes . Jesse Eisenberg outsmarts other actors . I am going with 2 and 1/2 stars for Why Stop Now . Watch it for Jesse Eisenberg ,he is quite remarkable .
Megamind is story of super intelligent alien who after long battle destroys his prime enemy Metro Man.Getting bored after killing his enemy he creates new super hero to find new meaning to his life , who turns out to be super villain. With Actors like Will Ferrell, Jonah Hill , Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill and Tina Fey giving their vocals to lead characters.With some nice intelligent dialogues Megamind gives you smile through out the movie .I am going with 3 stars out of 5 for Tom Mcgrath's Megamind. Its nice animated movie , one you would like to see with your family.
Two pair of parents who have casual meeting when their son get into fight . Adults going mad over their children petty fight . Chaos is small word that happens in that casual meeting . Smartly written by Yasmina Reza previously in play and now converted to motion picture . Directed by talented Roman Polanski and entirely movie shot in small room . With tight script keeping you on edge every time and backed by some solid performance by Jodie Foster , Kate Winslet , Christoph Waltz and John C Reilly . I am going with 3 stars out of 5 for Roman Polanski's Carnage .Have Popcorn and see how nuts parents can be !!!
After getting out of mental institution Pat Solitano(Bradley Cooper) moves back to his parents house where his dad (Robert De Niro) who is Eagles fan and want his son to watch games with him because of his superstitious beliefs . He meets mysterious girl Tiffany (Jennifer Lawrence ) who is crazy as much he is . They hit up on right note and try to help each other . Movie is light and have fun tone to it . David O Russell does not disappoint you after Fighter.Bradley Cooper gives great performance and Robert De Niro is fantastic as usual . Jennifer Lawrence has second good movie in year after Hunger Games also helps people to forget about her performance in House At The End Of The Street. Movie has nice pace to it , I am going with 3 1/2 Stars for David O Russell's Silver Linings Playbook.No wonder it is nominated at Oscars.
Catch me if you can is biographic film based on life of Frank Abagnale who portrayed himself as Pan American airways pilot , Georgian Doctor and prosecutor.His prime crime was check frauds worth millions of dollars.He was so smart at doing check forgeries that FBI eventually hired him as consultant for check frauds. With strong cast such as Christopher Walken , Amy Adams , Martin Sheen but the whole movie is dependent on chemistry of Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks . Interesting Plot and some good performance make this movie worth watching. I am going with 3 and half stars for Steven Spielberg's Catch Me If You Can. Its nice light fun movie .
Even Alfred Hitchcock could not have played better role of his own. Anthony Hopkins with his versatile British accent gets into character of Alfred Hitchcock.Movie represents the relations between Hitchcock and his wife Alma Reville and how he against all odds made psycho which later turned out to be his biggest movie.Good dialogues ,tight script , believable makeup and some solid acting by Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren and Scarlett Johansson makes this movie quite interesting . I am going with 3 stars out of 5 for Sacha Gervasi's Hitchcock. Hitchcock fans would enjoy it and will give better picture why he was called master of suspense.
DJANGO UNCHAINED!!!
The moment Christoph Waltz opens his mouth you will immediately fall in love with his acting ...from brutal Nazy German officer in last Quentin Tarantino to lovable bounty hunter /dentist and man with white beard and white hair with dangling mustache gives you smile with his English accent . Django is pure example of great actors summoning where no actor overcomes another and its like symphony which sounds beautiful when played together at exact time . Fancy performances by Leonardo DiCaprio , Jamie Fox , Kerry Washington , Christoph waltz and Samuel Jackson . But the main performance is performed by script . Quentin Tarantino makes genius fall of events and gives amazing twist to story . His taste of music stands out , from opening scene in Eastman color to lovely tracks which soothe your ears , tracks like "His name is king " and " freedom " will play in your mind for days . I am going with 3 1/2 stars from 5 for Quentin Tarantino's Django unchained . Enjoy with pop corn and friends !!!
