Movie review: Dark Knight Rises

Today I will be writing a movie review on an epic conclusion of the famous superhero, Dark Knight Rises. The film starred Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Anna Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Morgan Freeman.

The story was about after eight years, a terrorist leader, Bane (Tom Hardy) wants to destroy Gotham City and Batman/Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) has come out from his retirement to save the city, alongside with Catwoman/Selina Kyle (Anna Hathaway) and others.

Again, Christopher Nolan's directing style is super amazing. Some of his techniques used in Inception were in the film, for example such as when the plane was invaded at the start. I am pleased with the casting, especially the Catwoman and Miranda Tate/Talia Al Ghul (Marion Cotillard). Marion has demonstrated well as a "villain", Mal in Inception and therefore, she was great in the film. The plot was interesting because it has a "twist and turn" effect that leads you to suspense and a shock.

Although there were not many jokes, I believed that the film was indeed fine without it. The film's ending left me wondering did Bruce Wayne died or not since Alfred went to the same cafe which appears at the front and saw him with Selina Kyle. Amazing thing was that at the end, John Blake (Joseph Gordon-Levitt)'s real name was actually the name of a young superhero.

I recommend you, people to watched Batman Begin and The Dark Knight first because they are linked to this film and it is considered a "complete set". :)

Rating: 9.6/10

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Movie review: Rise Of The Guardians

Finally, a movie review to write and this time, I will be talking about Rise Of The Guardians which starred and voiced by Chris Pine, Hugh Jackson, Jude Law, Alec Baldwin and Isla Fisher.

The movie is about an evil spirit called Pitch/Bogeyman (Jude Law) who wants to take over the world and the Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of the children all around the world. The Guardians included Jack Frost (Chris Pine), North/Santa Claus (Alec Baldwin), Easter Bunny (Hugh Jackson), Tooth "Fairy" (Isla Fisher) and Sandman who uses images to communicate with others.

What I love about this movie is that it has a realistic animation which of course Dreamwork is good in that. The script is of course funny due to the way the characters speak and there were lots of funny jokes which can make audiences laughed. The movie basically used our childhood imagination to bring joy to everyone and I did not expected Jack Frost to turned out like that because I was used to Rainbow Magic's Jack Frost. The movie does teaches us many things, for example, when you are afraid, just take it as something fun to tackle with and also teaches us to always believe.

Anyway, this movie is a definitely must to watch and if you have a child, it is also the best option to take him/her to watch this epic movie. :D Also, you will enjoy it too! RECOMMENDED. ;)

Rating: 4.8/5

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Holidays

Hi everyone, today's post will not be regarding to films or music videos. As the title stated, I will be talking about holidays, school holidays. :)

I have been on taking a break from school for nearly a month now and for the whole week, I have been practicing my instrument for the upcoming school event called, Spectrum. This will be the seventh time the school have been putting out this event (the theme for this year is Carnival) and also this event will be mostly performed by Performing Arts group. I am from Chinese Orchestra under the Woodwind section.

Spectrum will be held in University Cultural Centre which is located in National University of Singapore (NUS) on November 27, 2012. I am not sure what time this event will start but it will probably start around 7pm or 7.30pm. The seats are all sold out, according to the person in–charge of Chinese Orchestra. My CCA will performed songs included 那些年 (You Are The Apple Of My Eye), a theme song for the film with the same title and Best of Bruno Mars 2011.

Besides the school event, I have holiday homework and I have completed most of it except with Maths. Well, that is all I have for you guys today!

P.S. My family have already placed out our Christmas tree for the Christmas spirit and have you?

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Movie review: Inception

Back with a new post and to be honest with you guys, I watched this film last week and I was lazy to post about it. I was supposed to watch In Time, however I got bored because of the continuous "running and hiding" which makes it boring that I switched to Inception.

Plot — Dom Cobb, a thief who commits corporate espionage by infiltrating the subconscious of his targets. He is offered a chance to regain his old life as payment for a task considered to be impossible: "inception", the implantation of another person's idea into a target's subconscious.

I love the story, though sometimes I got confused because of the twisting plot which the director, Christopher Nolan is good at. The cast gave a great job for making the film overall perfect. My favourite scene was where the cast went to different levels in the dream and at the second level, Arthur was fighting the invaders, I guess. While fighting, the level went on zero gravity and I love the fighting stunts.

This film is absolutely recommended for people who love thriller/horror films and according to Wikipedia, Inception was inspired by lucid dreaming. Lucid dreaming is where one "is aware that one is dreaming" and in a lucid dream, he/she may be able to exert some degree of control over their participation within the dream or be able to manipulate their imaginary experiences in the dream environment.

But there is a problem when I was watching this film, I can't really see the colours used in it due to the light setting.

From my scale of 1 to 5, I will give this film, 4.7/5.

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TV series review: Nikita (2010)

Recently, I watched this thrilling, action TV series, "Nikita". Starring Maggie Q, Shane West (actor who acted in "A Walk To Remember") and Lyndsy Fonseca (actress who acted in "The Young And The Restless"), this series made me want to continue and watch until the only Season in Singapore which is No. 2. :)

This series is about Nikita, a former assassin for the organization called Division who escaped and after three years of hiding, she wanted to bring down the organization. What I love about this series is that Maggie Q has the tough and cool, pretty look which makes her hold the show and yes, I have to say that the casting agent did his or her job well in finding suitable actors for the given roles.

Whoever is sick of bitches in series, movies or whatever, I recommend this series to you guys. :D

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Movie review: Skyfall

Finally, I went to watched "Skyfall" this afternoon and I have to give this film a big round of applause. I love it! *press the red button* (I am following what the Voice judges do).

Why did I said "Skyfall" was a good film? Firstly, it has an entertaining plot and this story is "like the buildings are crumbling". Secondly, British jokes are heavy due to the way the characters speak with their accent but it is still funny anyway. Thirdly, Daniel Craig's acting performance was very very outstanding and the Bond girl who goes by the name of Sévérine reminded me as a femme fatale like Veronica Lake. :)

Honestly, the film did used back the famous James Bond theme music and the feel, especially the opening credits. So this film is recommended for 007 fans, audiences who watched 007 films from the start, Daniel Craig fans and others. I pitted some stuff, the agents and the Bond girl in the film actually. The climax is almost ending part to be precise but it is actually everywhere which made me feel high always.

Basic plot on "Skyfall":

"Bond's loyalty to M is tested as her past come back to haunts her. As MI6 is come under attack, 007 must track down and the threat, no matter how personal the cost."

That is all I have, hope my entry did helped you! :D

P.S. This will be Judi Dench's last Bond film.

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