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If you asked a group of people in their twenties what films come to mind when you hear the word “Disney”, you’d most likely get responses along the line of The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King.
These films have managed to stand the test of time with all of them having reached, or nearing, their 20th anniversaries (how old does that make you feel?). But what is it...
I was lucky enough to be near a cinema last weekend that was screening the Toy Story Double Feature (none of the theatres near my apartment are showing it for some reason). It was great to see a couple of my favourite films up on the big screen again.
It was an extremely nostalgic experience. My head was suddenly filled with thoughts of family, old friends and that comforting feeling you get when watching a...
I’m having one of those days where I’m tired of being overly critical. I try to remain in an objective frame of mind as often as possible, especially when tackling film thoughts, but on this particular day here Down Under it’s too friggin’ hot to get into anything too deep and meaningful– which works in favour for the Get Him To The Greek trailer I just watched.
Seems the creators of...
Writer/Director Christopher Nolan has a track record of impressive films that cannot be ignored. It simply demands attention. I cannot vouch for being a Nolan ‘fan’, however I must admit to enjoying every single one of his films. He has a natural touch, it seems, whether it be stories about the Caped Crusader and his adventures in Gotham City or a film presented with scenes played out backwards...
It’s that time of year folks. A time when a bunch of guys can get together, drink a shitload of beer, eat a shitload of pretzels and shout at their plasma televisions. That’s right, we’ve just lived to see the passing of another American Super Bowl.
Luckily for movie buffs — and for anyone in the world not excited about American football — the Super Bowl isn’t just about the match...
By default, I’m supposed to look forward to a new Kevin Smith film. As regulars may know, I have a soft spot for the director, despite fair criticisms and past blunders (Jersey Girl, Clerks II), I cannot deny what an inspiration Kevin Smith is. I’ve been a fan since Chasing Amy (1997) and am always impressed by his public appearances and his simple yet effective filmmaking approach.
I was crushed with...
Sometimes I wish it were easier switch my brain off enjoy a simple, straightforward movie without criticising the hell out of it. When a film is designed to be nothing but purely entertaining and puts art-form in second place, trying to ‘grade’ it on artistic integrity can be troublesome. So, in the case of upcoming comedy Hot Tub Time Machine, I hope I can easily switch off and just get barreleld along...
The trailer for Spike Jonze’s next film has surfaced. It’s a 30 minute short film, sponsored by Absolut Vodka, titled I’m Here.
A library assistant plods through an ordinary life in LA until a chance meeting opens his eyes to a the power of creativity and ultimately, love. When this new life and love begin to fall apart, he discovers he has a lot to give. This short film proves that ordinary is...
I’ve mentioned before how I can’t get on board with Ryan Reynolds. Something about the guy continues to be stagnant in everything I see him in. When I heard about him being the lead in Buried, which is playing at Sundance this year, I thought the concept could help Reynolds deliver a solid effort– possibly even a breakout performance. A teaser trailer for the film has been released online, thanks...
Frank Herbert’s Dune was one of the toughest reads of my life. It’s a lot like Tolkien’s Rings books — an impressive exercise in world-building, harnessing a genius of imagination, that’s drowned, stifled and utterly destroyed by a complete and total lack of interesting characters or story. The prose is dry and detached, and the characters, most of whom seem to come and go as they...
Posted by JonBoy on Mar 3rd, 2010 in Featured, First Impressions, Reel Thoughts, Uncategorized | Comments
WAKING SLEEPING BEAUTY promises to shed light on unsung Disney heroes.
The new TOY STORY 3 trailer is loaded with nostalgia and looks amazing
GET HIM TO THE GREEK trailer aims to get you to the cinema
The growing intrigue of Nolan’s INCEPTION
THE LAST AIRBENDER TV spot suggests a return to form for M.Night Shyamalan
Red band COP OUT trailer restores faith
The pending simplicity of HOT TUB TIME MACHINE
Spike Jonze’s I’M HERE looks amazing… but so did WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE.
Spun out watching BURIED footage
Do we really want a DUNE film?
SHUTTER ISLAND: Let me off the island
THE HURT LOCKER: Universal themes cloaked in the American flag
DISTRICT 9: Brains, brawn and prawns
State of the art: 3D and the "Avatar effect"
The Super Bowl TV spots of 2010
Limitations can help filmmakers and George Lucas is insane
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