“Cuban Fury” fails to meet potential
Although the acting in “Cuban Fury” was quite impressive for a comedy film, the movie didn’t stand out in its plotline and the script was too much of a failure. […]
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“Transcendence” proves thought-provoking, yet confusing
The film “Transcendence,” directed by Wally Pfister, explores these pros and cons of the increasingly-digitalized world, which despite this fascinating premise, is weighed down by a convoluted storyline. Nevertheless, the film’s acting and writing keeps the audience hooked, taking viewers on an intellectual, electrifying journey through a dystopian world. […]
“Rio 2” visually, musically stuns despite convoluted plot, excessive conflict
Directed by Carlos Saldhana and produced by Blue Sky Studios, “Rio 2” fails to meet its potential. It is clear that the writers of the popular franchise’s sequel are trying to elevate the level of the film’s story, yet they serve only to overcomplicate it. This, coupled with overly extraneous characters, overwhelms the otherwise strong music and visuals. […]
Uninspired twists, protagonist hold back “Captain America: The Winter Soldier”
As the next film in Marvel’s behemoth “Avengers” series, “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” proves to be a basic, easily-forgotten experience. Even though the film succeeds in being a thoroughly exciting flick, with constant action and upbeat writing, “The Winter Soldier” is marred by a lacking protagonist and a generally uninspired plot, robbing the film of any discernible aspects. […]
Disneynature’s documentary “Bears” delivers heartfelt story of nature
Despite its patronizing narration, “Bears” is a documentary that both entertains and educates through the use of engaging cinematography, coupled with a fascinatingly in-depth, personality- filled look at the day-to-day life of actual bears. […]
Sincere performances, exciting visuals excel Aronofsky’s “Noah” to greatness
“Noah,” from the director of “Black Swan” and “The Wrestler,” is a thrilling movie that ties the Biblical epic into the 21st century through the combination of stunning visual effects and genuine acting, all of which is brought to life through natural dialogue.
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Engaging Action overcomes lack of realism in “Lone Survivor”
Director Peter Berg’s “Lone Survivor” is an exceptional war film, fast and action-packed. It also does a great job in depicting the enormity of war along with a few short, but gory scenes, which adds to the realism of the movie, although there were some unrealistic scenes as well.
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“3 Days to Kill” proves mediocre
Teaming up with Luke Besson, who directed Taken, director McG’s “3 Days to Kill” disappoints viewers with terrible attempts at comedy along with a boring and undynamic plot. Although the movie has some engaging action scenes, it still doesn’t make up for the films overall terribleness. […]
“Frozen” delivers
Through a huge winter storm, the disney animated characters of “Frozen” directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee have to conquer hardships with the help of true love. […]
“300: Rise of an Empire” disappoints
“300: Rise of an Empire” is based on the wars between the Greeks and the Persians in 499 BC. The majority of the scenes take place on the battlefields in Greece. The wars that actually did happen in history are portrayed well throughout the film including the hundreds of thousands of deaths that occurred
“300: Rise of an Empire” is the movie following the 2006 film “300” and the differences between the two are slim if any. The numerous minutes of war scenes, are repeated in both films leaving the new one with a huge lack of originality. […]