It's been a while since I've written a movie review but hopefully I get to have the momentum to do so after watching pretty good movies lately ("AVATAR" so far holds my fascination at the moment). So may I now share with you my views on two movies which opened this week:
A NEW TAKE ON THE CLASSIC SLEUTH
I have always enjoyed Robert Downey Jr.'s performance in his movies lately (who would forget his Oscar-nominated portrayal in TROPIC THUNDER and his take on the IRON MAN suit). His latest movie is no exception. He has given the character of Sherlock Holmes a new life and dimension that is not only entertaining but highly believable as well.
After finally catching serial killer and occult "sorcerer" Lord Blackwood, (marvelously portrayed by Mark Strong), legendary sleuth Sherlock Holmes (Downey) and his assistant Dr. Watson (portrayed perfectly by Jude Law) can close yet another successful case. But when Blackwood mysteriously returns from the grave and resumes his killing spree, Holmes must take up the hunt once again. Contending with his partner's new fiancée and the dimwitted head of Scotland Yard, the dauntless detective must unravel the clues that will lead him into a twisted web of murder, deceit, and black magic - and the deadly embrace of temptress Irene Adler (played by Rachel McAdams). (Movie plot courtesy of IMDb.com).
While the movie received mixed reviews primarily due to its unconventional take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most famous character and the direction of Guy Ritchie (which happens to be Madonna's hubby), I personally enjoyed the movie for introducing (or reintroducing for fans of the original novels) the character of Sherlock Holmes. I cannot help but compare this movie to BATMAN BEGINS and THE DARK KNIGHT where director Christopher Nolan successfully reimagined Batman. It made Sherlock Holmes more dynamic and real.
I've heard that they are planning a sequel to this movie. And I've also heard that Brad Pitt is being considered as the next villain in the movie.
ZOMBIES, ZOMBIES EVERYWHERE!
In ZOMBIELAND, Woody Harrelson ("Natural Born Killers," "2012"), Jesse Eisenberg, ("Adventureland"), Emma Stone ("The House Bunny") and Abigail Breslin ("Little Miss Sunshine") star as survivors of a zombie apocalypse. Together they take an extended road trip in an attempt to find a sanctuary free from zombies, following a set of "rules" designed to keep them alive where others have failed, all the while trying to "enjoy the little things" and killing zombies in a variety of creative ways.
This movie is totally enjoyable! Watching this movie is like playing "Resident Evil" or "Parasite Eve" in a giant screen. While there are some gory scenes, there are unexpected hilarious moments in the film which unfortunately I cannot disclose unless you want to me to spoil it for you (check out Wikipedia if you decide you want to know about it).
The producers and writers of the movie plan to make a sequel (probably a series) on the movie. They say that they still got some fresh ideas in their minds.
Both movies debut at Number 1 at the U.S. box office. Both movies, if I may say, are definitely a treat to watch! Go watch them guys! Enjoy!
A NEW TAKE ON THE CLASSIC SLEUTH
I have always enjoyed Robert Downey Jr.'s performance in his movies lately (who would forget his Oscar-nominated portrayal in TROPIC THUNDER and his take on the IRON MAN suit). His latest movie is no exception. He has given the character of Sherlock Holmes a new life and dimension that is not only entertaining but highly believable as well.
After finally catching serial killer and occult "sorcerer" Lord Blackwood, (marvelously portrayed by Mark Strong), legendary sleuth Sherlock Holmes (Downey) and his assistant Dr. Watson (portrayed perfectly by Jude Law) can close yet another successful case. But when Blackwood mysteriously returns from the grave and resumes his killing spree, Holmes must take up the hunt once again. Contending with his partner's new fiancée and the dimwitted head of Scotland Yard, the dauntless detective must unravel the clues that will lead him into a twisted web of murder, deceit, and black magic - and the deadly embrace of temptress Irene Adler (played by Rachel McAdams). (Movie plot courtesy of IMDb.com).
While the movie received mixed reviews primarily due to its unconventional take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most famous character and the direction of Guy Ritchie (which happens to be Madonna's hubby), I personally enjoyed the movie for introducing (or reintroducing for fans of the original novels) the character of Sherlock Holmes. I cannot help but compare this movie to BATMAN BEGINS and THE DARK KNIGHT where director Christopher Nolan successfully reimagined Batman. It made Sherlock Holmes more dynamic and real.
I've heard that they are planning a sequel to this movie. And I've also heard that Brad Pitt is being considered as the next villain in the movie.
ZOMBIES, ZOMBIES EVERYWHERE!
In ZOMBIELAND, Woody Harrelson ("Natural Born Killers," "2012"), Jesse Eisenberg, ("Adventureland"), Emma Stone ("The House Bunny") and Abigail Breslin ("Little Miss Sunshine") star as survivors of a zombie apocalypse. Together they take an extended road trip in an attempt to find a sanctuary free from zombies, following a set of "rules" designed to keep them alive where others have failed, all the while trying to "enjoy the little things" and killing zombies in a variety of creative ways.
This movie is totally enjoyable! Watching this movie is like playing "Resident Evil" or "Parasite Eve" in a giant screen. While there are some gory scenes, there are unexpected hilarious moments in the film which unfortunately I cannot disclose unless you want to me to spoil it for you (check out Wikipedia if you decide you want to know about it).
The producers and writers of the movie plan to make a sequel (probably a series) on the movie. They say that they still got some fresh ideas in their minds.
Both movies debut at Number 1 at the U.S. box office. Both movies, if I may say, are definitely a treat to watch! Go watch them guys! Enjoy!
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