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Friday, April 17, 2009
Monday, June 05, 2006
Movie: Da Vinci Code
The much talked about movie has mixed reviews though mostly negative. I finally caught it on the 2nd week of its running and find that its an enjoyable and a good movie. A fellow colleague who's a catholic agreed that it is a good movie if you take it strictly as a fiction. Many failed to do that.
The movie has interesting story base on facts and theories. It takes a bit of effort to follow the plot as it require some time to digest and understand. Nevertheless, it was an interesting journey following the clues.
Facts and theories, some true, some questionable, when mixed may causes confusion or misunderstanding. The Christians and Catholics took the effort to publish newsletters and booklet to address this issue. And some went on demotrations to urge people to boycott the movie. I thought that added the publicity to the movie.
Like Tom's character in the movie said, "Believe what you choose to believe." To a certain extend, if your faith is so easily influence, it is questionable what kind of a fellower are you.
Anyhow, I liked the movie, its worth 4/5.
The movie has interesting story base on facts and theories. It takes a bit of effort to follow the plot as it require some time to digest and understand. Nevertheless, it was an interesting journey following the clues.
Facts and theories, some true, some questionable, when mixed may causes confusion or misunderstanding. The Christians and Catholics took the effort to publish newsletters and booklet to address this issue. And some went on demotrations to urge people to boycott the movie. I thought that added the publicity to the movie.
Like Tom's character in the movie said, "Believe what you choose to believe." To a certain extend, if your faith is so easily influence, it is questionable what kind of a fellower are you.
Anyhow, I liked the movie, its worth 4/5.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Movies
Good shows I've seen since CNY..
1. Fearless - Jet Li's last martial art movie. Its Goood! Good story, good choreography.
2. North Country - Charlize Theron. Golden Globe and Oscar nominee, Good actress, chio bu, good story, touching ending. Warning for rape scene and sexual harrassment. Will cause one's blood to boil.
3. Brokeback Mountain - Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Director Lee Ann, Golden Globe winner, Oscar nominee. Enough to make you want to check out this movie. But it is definitely not for homophobics. Warning for gay intimate scene, including sex. However, it is a very touching story, very well directed, edited and filmed. Beautiful scenary. I didn't understand the intense of the love between the 2 machos in the beginning but I cried a bucket load at the end.
With Oscar's round the corner, there's loads of good movies to catch.
Walk the Line, Munich, Capote, Syriana, Jarhead, Constant Gardener. That's approx. $60.
1. Fearless - Jet Li's last martial art movie. Its Goood! Good story, good choreography.
2. North Country - Charlize Theron. Golden Globe and Oscar nominee, Good actress, chio bu, good story, touching ending. Warning for rape scene and sexual harrassment. Will cause one's blood to boil.
3. Brokeback Mountain - Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Director Lee Ann, Golden Globe winner, Oscar nominee. Enough to make you want to check out this movie. But it is definitely not for homophobics. Warning for gay intimate scene, including sex. However, it is a very touching story, very well directed, edited and filmed. Beautiful scenary. I didn't understand the intense of the love between the 2 machos in the beginning but I cried a bucket load at the end.
With Oscar's round the corner, there's loads of good movies to catch.
Walk the Line, Munich, Capote, Syriana, Jarhead, Constant Gardener. That's approx. $60.
Friday, January 27, 2006
Saturday, December 10, 2005
What the f...?
Seen this at another blog which may interest one of my co-worker. She has this inclination to confuse some words with the universal four letter word.
Be warned
The power of the internet cannot be underestimated. Especially when high resolution photos can be easily uploaded on it. Check out this photo gallery which basically shames the photographer's lover who cheated on her.
Friday, December 09, 2005
Clearing cob webs again
So what's up w everyone? Busy with projects and new baby? =P
Let's talk about movies. I lost the 'energy' to 'critic' since the last post. Partly due to the hectic work that only ended in Dec.
The big one - Harry Potter & The Goblet of Fire. This is the 4th installment of the series. I realised it is no fun when you already know the plot of the story but yet it is exciting to look out for the clues. I find this is better then the previous 2, first one is still the best. This one has lotsa action, excitement and magic. Its fun, until it gets darker. The book or the movie? The book is still the best. If they plan to do book 5 and/or 6, I doubt it'll be a good movie cos it is not a "happy" story already. The series has moved into a more adult and darker storyline, since the Dark Lord has re-borned. However, it is still thrilling to see the effects and magic. The actors in this movie were great. They are the catalysts to bring out the story and emotions. Teenagers were not as great but the support adult actors were great to watch. I rate 4/5.
The arty one - Saving Face. Essentially about "losing face" in the context of a traditional Chinese culture in America. It is easy to relate to this movie coming from a traditional Chinese family. Imagine the kind of response our parents or relatives would have if you are pregnant out of wedlock. To make matter worse, you are a mid-40 yrs old widow. How about being a lesbian in such a community? You face the rejections and the control of your parents trying to change you inorder to fit in. At the end of the day, it takes courage to face up to what you truely is and want. Enjoyable ride watching the movie. Joan Chen was gorgeous and awesome, the lesbians were pretty and one of them (Michelle) was nominated in the recent Golden Horse (but lost to the sausage lips). This is not for homophobics, esp when there's a short lesbian bedscene. An easy movie to watch and digest, 4/5.
The weird one - The History of Violence. Starring, Arragon from Lord of the Rings!! He is a great actor and he still is. This movie is about, put it simply, violence. The plot was usual and predictable. The sex scenes were good. And the cinematography was commendable. There were no conversation during the last 5 mins of the movie but the emotions acted by Arragon and his wife were very clear to interpret. Thanks to the rating, otherwise the sex scenes might be chopped! *gasped* Such a simple story was quite well played out. The simplicity background of the movie was very well established. Infact, I think the show is rather realistic. Not the usual hooligan, "godfather" mafia, big guns, type of movie. Its pretty gory, bloody and violent. Not for the faint hearted. 2.5/5
At the end of the year, there's a movie that is stuck to my head. Batman Begins. I find that it is the best Batman movie, the best super-hero movie, the best action movie. Now I name it the best movie of my year.
Let's talk about movies. I lost the 'energy' to 'critic' since the last post. Partly due to the hectic work that only ended in Dec.
The big one - Harry Potter & The Goblet of Fire. This is the 4th installment of the series. I realised it is no fun when you already know the plot of the story but yet it is exciting to look out for the clues. I find this is better then the previous 2, first one is still the best. This one has lotsa action, excitement and magic. Its fun, until it gets darker. The book or the movie? The book is still the best. If they plan to do book 5 and/or 6, I doubt it'll be a good movie cos it is not a "happy" story already. The series has moved into a more adult and darker storyline, since the Dark Lord has re-borned. However, it is still thrilling to see the effects and magic. The actors in this movie were great. They are the catalysts to bring out the story and emotions. Teenagers were not as great but the support adult actors were great to watch. I rate 4/5.
The arty one - Saving Face. Essentially about "losing face" in the context of a traditional Chinese culture in America. It is easy to relate to this movie coming from a traditional Chinese family. Imagine the kind of response our parents or relatives would have if you are pregnant out of wedlock. To make matter worse, you are a mid-40 yrs old widow. How about being a lesbian in such a community? You face the rejections and the control of your parents trying to change you inorder to fit in. At the end of the day, it takes courage to face up to what you truely is and want. Enjoyable ride watching the movie. Joan Chen was gorgeous and awesome, the lesbians were pretty and one of them (Michelle) was nominated in the recent Golden Horse (but lost to the sausage lips). This is not for homophobics, esp when there's a short lesbian bedscene. An easy movie to watch and digest, 4/5.
The weird one - The History of Violence. Starring, Arragon from Lord of the Rings!! He is a great actor and he still is. This movie is about, put it simply, violence. The plot was usual and predictable. The sex scenes were good. And the cinematography was commendable. There were no conversation during the last 5 mins of the movie but the emotions acted by Arragon and his wife were very clear to interpret. Thanks to the rating, otherwise the sex scenes might be chopped! *gasped* Such a simple story was quite well played out. The simplicity background of the movie was very well established. Infact, I think the show is rather realistic. Not the usual hooligan, "godfather" mafia, big guns, type of movie. Its pretty gory, bloody and violent. Not for the faint hearted. 2.5/5
At the end of the year, there's a movie that is stuck to my head. Batman Begins. I find that it is the best Batman movie, the best super-hero movie, the best action movie. Now I name it the best movie of my year.
Friday, September 16, 2005
Starlight Cinema
It's back, with a different sponsor. This time Nokia's name is splash all over the place. They took the apportunity to exhibit their new N90 phone. In comparison, last year's event organised by Stella Artois was better. Bigger crowd, better location, better food, better value for money, better movies, better everything. I think beer industry makes more money then electronics.
Yesterday was the first day of this 2 week event. Location is at the Padang. Convenient and interesting atmosphere with the city skyline as the backdrop. However, Fort Canning is still my preferred location for its gentle slope to provide a better view of the screen when sitting on the ground. Surrounded by trees and shrubs in dim lighting makes the outdoor movie viewing exciting, romantic, lay-back and cozy. You'll forget you are in Singapore whereas the Padang is very Singaporean. I remembered seeing lotsa more people and ang-mohs. Yesterday's turn out was rather small.
Last year, we had 2 movies in one night. This year, only 1 movie on wkdays, 2 movies on Sat. For $15, it is certainly not worth it. Thursdays are lady's night so I bought a ticket and brought a gal friend. It also happen that they screen romance comedy on Thurdsays. Last night was "A lot like love" and next week is "Hitch". That probably explains why I don't see families.
This year they made things a little more interesting by letting anyone in free if they come dressed like characters from Batman or Fantastic 4, on the days they are screening the movie. Madagascar is screening on 19th and its free for all but people are encouraged to donate to the Children Cancer Society. I reckon they could sechdule that on a "family-Sunday" which will definitely attract a lot of people. Then again, that'll hit them on the ticket sales and knowing S'poreans, they probably will donate either 0, or $2.
The nokia people had a "Nokia louge" with bean bags and inflatable tatami-mattresses. For who? I don't know. At the end of the night, I don't see anyone at the Nokia Louge, or the VIP area (which also had dinner catering.) Why let it go to waste when they could turn those into Quiz prizes. Anyone who gets it right, you'll get to sit in the lounge or VIP area. (Singapore business is always so inflexible and uncreative.)
This year's isn't great. One good thing I could think of is I didn't get any mosquito bites.
Last year's Starlight Cinema post
Official Website
Yesterday was the first day of this 2 week event. Location is at the Padang. Convenient and interesting atmosphere with the city skyline as the backdrop. However, Fort Canning is still my preferred location for its gentle slope to provide a better view of the screen when sitting on the ground. Surrounded by trees and shrubs in dim lighting makes the outdoor movie viewing exciting, romantic, lay-back and cozy. You'll forget you are in Singapore whereas the Padang is very Singaporean. I remembered seeing lotsa more people and ang-mohs. Yesterday's turn out was rather small.
Last year, we had 2 movies in one night. This year, only 1 movie on wkdays, 2 movies on Sat. For $15, it is certainly not worth it. Thursdays are lady's night so I bought a ticket and brought a gal friend. It also happen that they screen romance comedy on Thurdsays. Last night was "A lot like love" and next week is "Hitch". That probably explains why I don't see families.
This year they made things a little more interesting by letting anyone in free if they come dressed like characters from Batman or Fantastic 4, on the days they are screening the movie. Madagascar is screening on 19th and its free for all but people are encouraged to donate to the Children Cancer Society. I reckon they could sechdule that on a "family-Sunday" which will definitely attract a lot of people. Then again, that'll hit them on the ticket sales and knowing S'poreans, they probably will donate either 0, or $2.
The nokia people had a "Nokia louge" with bean bags and inflatable tatami-mattresses. For who? I don't know. At the end of the night, I don't see anyone at the Nokia Louge, or the VIP area (which also had dinner catering.) Why let it go to waste when they could turn those into Quiz prizes. Anyone who gets it right, you'll get to sit in the lounge or VIP area. (Singapore business is always so inflexible and uncreative.)
This year's isn't great. One good thing I could think of is I didn't get any mosquito bites.
Last year's Starlight Cinema post
Official Website
Monday, September 12, 2005
Be with me
An artsy film (with very little dialog, 1 or 2) by local director, Eric Khoo which also earned him some best director award.
3 stories about love, and wanting to be with their beloved.
1, an old grocery shop keeper losing his life long partner wasn't able to lead his usual life until someone special came along. A true story of a deaf and blind lady learning to speak and live on her own at a very young age was injected into this segment. The strength and optimism of the old lady woke the old man from his grieve. One way or another, there's meaning to life again. The story about the deaf and blind lady was very aspiring. Imagine a Cantonese learning English when she is deaf and blind. How would it be possible? This first story is so real that it touches many hearts. You will empathise and realise his lost, his grieve, his lonliness and his satifaction when his life is back on track again.
2, a middle age, bot-bellied, security guard falling for a pretty executive in the office building he worked in. His appearance and passion for food are totally unattractive. Small shifty eyes, beard, fat, balding, eats non-stop (Lor mee, chicken chop, orh-luah, roast pork ribs, tiger beer for dinner). He started to stalk her, eventually decided to write her a letter to express himself. Although unattractive in many ways, the audience will grow to pity him for his good (fat covered) heart and ill-treatment from his family. Somehow, he felt like a mistake.
3, two female teenagers getting involved after chatting online. 1 was deeply enchanted and in loved with the other, while the prettier one is just enjoying her teenage life and fooling around. They had a great time together but the prettier one changed her taste shortly. She decided to go out with a guy instead. When the first gal found out, she didn't scold or confront her or showed any anger to her but was patiently trying to reach her, just to talk it over. The prettier one, avoided at all cost. (They say, pretty girls have the meanest heart.) Anguished and disappointed, losing her meaning of life, she decided to end her life.
In the end, no one end up with their beloved.
This is a good movie for some, boring and draggy for others. It was a great experience following the foot steps of the characters. The story provoke your emotions appropriately if you are attentive to the movie. The quietness makes you appreciate the picture more. Every sight, wrinkles, touch, sound seems louder then words. Awesome work of a master.
3 stories about love, and wanting to be with their beloved.
1, an old grocery shop keeper losing his life long partner wasn't able to lead his usual life until someone special came along. A true story of a deaf and blind lady learning to speak and live on her own at a very young age was injected into this segment. The strength and optimism of the old lady woke the old man from his grieve. One way or another, there's meaning to life again. The story about the deaf and blind lady was very aspiring. Imagine a Cantonese learning English when she is deaf and blind. How would it be possible? This first story is so real that it touches many hearts. You will empathise and realise his lost, his grieve, his lonliness and his satifaction when his life is back on track again.
2, a middle age, bot-bellied, security guard falling for a pretty executive in the office building he worked in. His appearance and passion for food are totally unattractive. Small shifty eyes, beard, fat, balding, eats non-stop (Lor mee, chicken chop, orh-luah, roast pork ribs, tiger beer for dinner). He started to stalk her, eventually decided to write her a letter to express himself. Although unattractive in many ways, the audience will grow to pity him for his good (fat covered) heart and ill-treatment from his family. Somehow, he felt like a mistake.
3, two female teenagers getting involved after chatting online. 1 was deeply enchanted and in loved with the other, while the prettier one is just enjoying her teenage life and fooling around. They had a great time together but the prettier one changed her taste shortly. She decided to go out with a guy instead. When the first gal found out, she didn't scold or confront her or showed any anger to her but was patiently trying to reach her, just to talk it over. The prettier one, avoided at all cost. (They say, pretty girls have the meanest heart.) Anguished and disappointed, losing her meaning of life, she decided to end her life.
In the end, no one end up with their beloved.
This is a good movie for some, boring and draggy for others. It was a great experience following the foot steps of the characters. The story provoke your emotions appropriately if you are attentive to the movie. The quietness makes you appreciate the picture more. Every sight, wrinkles, touch, sound seems louder then words. Awesome work of a master.
Monday, July 25, 2005
The Island
The story of 2 clones finding out their purpose in life and escaping their fate. If only life was that simple. A rather expectable plot but it is still an entertaining movie. A lot of action since they started escaping rather early in the show. That's good for me since the story is about the clones escaping.
Althou I had enjoyed the movie, there's little I can say abt it other then the gorgeous lead actor and actress. The effects is not bad too. The idea is cool.
Value for money? Not worth the $9.50 I'd say. But it is certainly a rather good show. ST rated 2/5, guess it was boring for the critic. I think it deserves a 3-3.5 stars. Exciting enough to keep watching.
Althou I had enjoyed the movie, there's little I can say abt it other then the gorgeous lead actor and actress. The effects is not bad too. The idea is cool.
Value for money? Not worth the $9.50 I'd say. But it is certainly a rather good show. ST rated 2/5, guess it was boring for the critic. I think it deserves a 3-3.5 stars. Exciting enough to keep watching.
Monday, July 18, 2005
Sin City
With so many big names like Bruce Willis, Jessica Alba, and guest director Quentin Tarrantino, this movie is very much looked forward to.
However, it turn out to be not what I had imagined. It is adapted from a comic and the whole movie was in monochrome or black/white. Occasionally there'll be red or yellow to emphasize the significance of the colour. This effect is rather refreshing and interesting. The occasional colours really grabs your attention, and it kinda stayed in my head for quite some time, which can be rather disturbing when one of the "colour" is rather "disgusting".
With Quentin, you can expect 'artistic' movie like his previous Kill Bill trilogy. I enjoyed Kill Bill but not this one. Its rather gruesome. Even thou you can't see the blood (since red has been replaced by either white or black) but the sound effect, the image, the idea, the method, are good enough to make you want to leave the theater. No wonder it is rated R(21). (The ticketing boy was so sweet to ask me for my ID. =>)
Apart from the gruesome killings, it was a dark movie following 4 narrating guys through their life in Basin City. (Basin, just reminded me of the bowl and the sewage) If you stop paying attention to the story, you might get lost among the stories. It is rather intense and thrilling that really get you wanting to find out the ending.
At the end, "geez!" "oh man!" "what a show!" "I need to chill." "I need to pee." Not that it is good, it is too dark, too heavy, too gruesome, too much. And it was close to 3 hrs. Too tiring.
But since it is a 'comic', it is easy to just forget about it. Haha.. It is not a bad movie, just not my cup of tea. Ratings, 3/5. Watch if you want violence, gorgeous naked bodies and artistic comic movie.
However, it turn out to be not what I had imagined. It is adapted from a comic and the whole movie was in monochrome or black/white. Occasionally there'll be red or yellow to emphasize the significance of the colour. This effect is rather refreshing and interesting. The occasional colours really grabs your attention, and it kinda stayed in my head for quite some time, which can be rather disturbing when one of the "colour" is rather "disgusting".
With Quentin, you can expect 'artistic' movie like his previous Kill Bill trilogy. I enjoyed Kill Bill but not this one. Its rather gruesome. Even thou you can't see the blood (since red has been replaced by either white or black) but the sound effect, the image, the idea, the method, are good enough to make you want to leave the theater. No wonder it is rated R(21). (The ticketing boy was so sweet to ask me for my ID. =>)
Apart from the gruesome killings, it was a dark movie following 4 narrating guys through their life in Basin City. (Basin, just reminded me of the bowl and the sewage) If you stop paying attention to the story, you might get lost among the stories. It is rather intense and thrilling that really get you wanting to find out the ending.
At the end, "geez!" "oh man!" "what a show!" "I need to chill." "I need to pee." Not that it is good, it is too dark, too heavy, too gruesome, too much. And it was close to 3 hrs. Too tiring.
But since it is a 'comic', it is easy to just forget about it. Haha.. It is not a bad movie, just not my cup of tea. Ratings, 3/5. Watch if you want violence, gorgeous naked bodies and artistic comic movie.
Monday, July 11, 2005
F4
Caught the marvel movie at Cathay. I still prefers that cinema theatres. Roomy, comfortable seats and good sound system.
The movie is rather entertaining. I try not to have high hopes so as not to be disappointed like in WOW. The storyline is very expectable. (Actually, so predicatable that it is kinda boring.) It's entertaining to watch how each of them discovered their powers, and to control it. It's just a pity the villian did not get to do greater evil/damage to really see how powerful he can be.
Among the marvel movies, this one won't make it to the blockbuster. It lacks the punch. I guess it's worth 2.5 / 5 stars.
The movie is rather entertaining. I try not to have high hopes so as not to be disappointed like in WOW. The storyline is very expectable. (Actually, so predicatable that it is kinda boring.) It's entertaining to watch how each of them discovered their powers, and to control it. It's just a pity the villian did not get to do greater evil/damage to really see how powerful he can be.
Among the marvel movies, this one won't make it to the blockbuster. It lacks the punch. I guess it's worth 2.5 / 5 stars.
Thursday, June 30, 2005
War of the World. Huh?
The lights were turned up as I went "Huh?". What a disappointment for a Steven Spielberg's production. The story is so incomplete. Don't understand why do they have to bring God in for such Sci Fi show. I sat thru the movie, waiting and anticipating the climax. And I went "Huh?", I probably missed it or it was chopped at the editor's room. I don't know why the aliens want to attack Earth. I don't really know why they fail. And for a smart, technically advanced alien, their way of attack isn't really impressive or sophiticated. I was reminded of Mars Attack.
Loop holes everywhere. Sigh.. such a disappointment. [-( Stars? 1 for the effort. 1 for the actors. 1 for the director.
Give me H2G2 anytime!
Loop holes everywhere. Sigh.. such a disappointment. [-( Stars? 1 for the effort. 1 for the actors. 1 for the director.
Give me H2G2 anytime!
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Batman Begins
It's a great fantasy movie made so far. It is very realistic that it almost didn't feel like a marvel movie. The new batman acts pretty well too. Looks better then his predecessors (except George Clooney but he was a flop).
Finally we know what made Bruce Wyane into Batman. The movie did not leave a ? or any unexplained details. (I think.) It is exciting as well. And it feels good to see righteous deeds. This is definitely a must-see. I gives it 6 out of 5 stars.
Finally we know what made Bruce Wyane into Batman. The movie did not leave a ? or any unexplained details. (I think.) It is exciting as well. And it feels good to see righteous deeds. This is definitely a must-see. I gives it 6 out of 5 stars.
Tuesday, June 07, 2005
Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Caught the show yesterday (my birthday :D ) night, mainly cos my wife kept asking me what I wanted to do on for bday (we were both on leave) and I couldn;t think of anything I really wanted to do.
Ok, anyway back to the show, I've had the book for like a gazillion years but never got around to finishing it. I stopped roughly around the part where the president steals the heart of gold.
The show was funny (to me at least) with the typical british wit but I found it kinda...compressed, for lack of a better word. It almost feels like the script was too long and they cut stuff out at random... or maybe I'm just getting slow.
I think I'll go finish reading the book so I know whats happening.
All in all, 3 out of 5 stars just for the laughs.
Ok, anyway back to the show, I've had the book for like a gazillion years but never got around to finishing it. I stopped roughly around the part where the president steals the heart of gold.
The show was funny (to me at least) with the typical british wit but I found it kinda...compressed, for lack of a better word. It almost feels like the script was too long and they cut stuff out at random... or maybe I'm just getting slow.
I think I'll go finish reading the book so I know whats happening.
All in all, 3 out of 5 stars just for the laughs.
Wednesday, May 11, 2005
Time to clean the dust and cob webs
It has been almost 5mths. I wonder if anyone would notice this.
Kingdom of Heaven
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I went for the Director not the Bloom. The screen play, cinematography and story telling was entertaining. Story is quite flaccid. But watching the movie as a movie is good enough.
Orlando is a Black smith, who turned into a Knight and saved the citizens of Juresalum. Fell in love with the Queen, made her drop her throne and join him back at his hometown.
Such a simple story, I don't know what else I can say. Hmmm...
I enjoy the movie directions, rather then the story or the actor/actresses. The ONLY kissing / sex scene was also quite.. flaccid/boring. But it's still a good watch. It's worth 3.5/5.
I'm more excited about Sin City, Batman Prelude and STAAARR WARSSSS!!! (dem dem dem da de dem da de dem...)
Kingdom of Heaven
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I went for the Director not the Bloom. The screen play, cinematography and story telling was entertaining. Story is quite flaccid. But watching the movie as a movie is good enough.
Orlando is a Black smith, who turned into a Knight and saved the citizens of Juresalum. Fell in love with the Queen, made her drop her throne and join him back at his hometown.
Such a simple story, I don't know what else I can say. Hmmm...
I enjoy the movie directions, rather then the story or the actor/actresses. The ONLY kissing / sex scene was also quite.. flaccid/boring. But it's still a good watch. It's worth 3.5/5.
I'm more excited about Sin City, Batman Prelude and STAAARR WARSSSS!!! (dem dem dem da de dem da de dem...)
Monday, December 27, 2004
Kung Fu Hustle
Couldn't resist this and ended up catching the 11.45pm show.
Basically it's your typical Stephen Chow slapstick mou lei tou (no meaning) comedy about a group of kung fu experts living incognito/in-retirement in pig sty alley. Stephen Chow plays a small time hoodlum pretending to be a member of the Axe Gang (Fu Tow Pang) and trying to extort money from these guys...... but I guess most of you would have read that from the numerous reviews already.
Halfway through the movie, my wife commented that the story line seems quite similar to the matrix and indeed there are many similar scenes (Chow beats up a whole bunch of lack suited guys who fly into the sky when kicked etc). However for pure entertainment value, this is classis Stephen Chow, like Shaolin Soccer but with much more/better effects.
Story line's not that great and if you pay attention there should be quite a few inconsistencies but nonetheless it's a truly enjoyable movie..
Rating: 5/5 if you like mou lei tou or 4/5 otherwise.
Basically it's your typical Stephen Chow slapstick mou lei tou (no meaning) comedy about a group of kung fu experts living incognito/in-retirement in pig sty alley. Stephen Chow plays a small time hoodlum pretending to be a member of the Axe Gang (Fu Tow Pang) and trying to extort money from these guys...... but I guess most of you would have read that from the numerous reviews already.
Halfway through the movie, my wife commented that the story line seems quite similar to the matrix and indeed there are many similar scenes (Chow beats up a whole bunch of lack suited guys who fly into the sky when kicked etc). However for pure entertainment value, this is classis Stephen Chow, like Shaolin Soccer but with much more/better effects.
Story line's not that great and if you pay attention there should be quite a few inconsistencies but nonetheless it's a truly enjoyable movie..
Rating: 5/5 if you like mou lei tou or 4/5 otherwise.
Tuesday, November 30, 2004
Birth (Spoilers!! Be warned)
Much controversial movie starred by Nicole Kidman about her role (almost) getting involved with a 10yrs old boy. The boy claimed to be her dead husband (reincarnated in him) and persuaded her to not marry her current fiance. The scene that sparked a lot of arguement in the industry is when the Nicole and the boy shared a bath. As simple as that, she was emotionally shaken when the boy claimed to be his dead husband. She believed him, and even thot of ways to be with him.
(Spoilers!! Be warned)
For some reason, the boy realised he may not be the dead husband and told Nicole that he was not him. And so Nicole went back to her finace and got married, and the boy went back to school to be a normal boy. Final scene has Nicole having some sort of emotional break down at her wedding as she cried at the ocean, looking like she's looking for someone or she's going to drown herself. Apparently, she still can't get over her dead husband (who died 10 yrs ago). And the recent incident with the boy left her grieving again, and almost yearning. Realising the dead husband can't be back, can't be with her, it is so painful. I guess that demonstrated the love she had for him. But damn the dead husband cos he cheated on her when he was alive. She's so gorgeous, how can he do that!??!
Anyway, it's a stupid movie. I dont want to rate it to be respectful for Nicole.
(Spoilers!! Be warned)
For some reason, the boy realised he may not be the dead husband and told Nicole that he was not him. And so Nicole went back to her finace and got married, and the boy went back to school to be a normal boy. Final scene has Nicole having some sort of emotional break down at her wedding as she cried at the ocean, looking like she's looking for someone or she's going to drown herself. Apparently, she still can't get over her dead husband (who died 10 yrs ago). And the recent incident with the boy left her grieving again, and almost yearning. Realising the dead husband can't be back, can't be with her, it is so painful. I guess that demonstrated the love she had for him. But damn the dead husband cos he cheated on her when he was alive. She's so gorgeous, how can he do that!??!
Anyway, it's a stupid movie. I dont want to rate it to be respectful for Nicole.
Monday, November 29, 2004
Much neglected
Each of us has been busy with our own duties and hobbies. What's up with everyone these days? (Other then PaD? ;) )
I'm still watching movies and some theater acts until I realise the hole in my pocket is expanding too fast.
Last movie: The Incredibles. Awesome! Very enjoyable and entertaining movie. I'm a fan of Pixar, wouldn't miss any one of their movie. And I've fell prey to the Golden M's Incredibles toys.
Last theaterical act: Chestnuts. Local 2 men act, doing singing, dancing and spoofing of movies and other theater acts. It was funny, but not hilarious enough, thou good enough. Too many gay jokes thou. Too much of something isn't that good any more. Hossan took part this yr, and you can certainly see how popular he is in his community just by looking at how many gays there are in the jubilee hall.
I'm still learning golf. On top of that, I'm picking up archery. I'm thoroughly broke. And that list of X'mas gifts isn't helping.
I'm still watching movies and some theater acts until I realise the hole in my pocket is expanding too fast.
Last movie: The Incredibles. Awesome! Very enjoyable and entertaining movie. I'm a fan of Pixar, wouldn't miss any one of their movie. And I've fell prey to the Golden M's Incredibles toys.
Last theaterical act: Chestnuts. Local 2 men act, doing singing, dancing and spoofing of movies and other theater acts. It was funny, but not hilarious enough, thou good enough. Too many gay jokes thou. Too much of something isn't that good any more. Hossan took part this yr, and you can certainly see how popular he is in his community just by looking at how many gays there are in the jubilee hall.
I'm still learning golf. On top of that, I'm picking up archery. I'm thoroughly broke. And that list of X'mas gifts isn't helping.
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