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Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011)
Guy Rithcie does it again!
Very few sequels actually top their own predecessors, like the Two Towers. But this one surely is one of them. Having tackled Sherlock Holmes' most dangerous nemesis in the second movie itself, it was handled with the the kind of intensity that it deserved.
The story-line was fluid and not overly complicated, the jokes hit the right spot (the Robert Downy Jr. and Jude Law chemistry is perfect as it is). The effects were pretty good and the dialogues were perfect for the scenes. Stephen Fry's portrayal of Mycroft was better than perfect - it exceeded even the Mycroft from Arthur Conan Doyle's books!
The only disappointment was the handling of Irene Adler... she could have been given more of a role. But that doesn't dent the movie at all, and the conclusion is pretty perfect.
Megamind (2010)
Mega fun!
I don't watch many animation movies except the very famous ones that are recommended to be damn good, but I had a feeling about this one. And it turned out to be one of the funniest movies I have ever seen - animation or otherwise. I would rate it on the same level as Kung Fu Panda and Ice Age 3 (9 out of 10, 10 being death by lols).
The plot in itself is engaging - a supervillain get terribly bored after vanquishing his arch nemesis - the Superman-heavy character Metroman. So he goes and creates a superhero of his own in order to get back to his good-vs-evil bit. But things don't go as planned - of course - and the movie just takes of from there.
The characters feel real, the humor is very refreshing and off the cuff type, not your boring predictable sitcom style based on silly exaggerations. The level of the animation seemed quite good and the voice actors are perfectly suited for their roles - Brad Pitt as the superhero Metroman, Tina Fey as the beautiful reporter who keeps getting kidnapped by the evil Megamind voiced by Will Ferrel. There's even a minion named, well Minion. Throw in a douche bag cameraman, a grumpy jail house warden and the mayor for minor bits and we have a pretty solid cast.
The best part is that while the movie is constantly hilarious, the plot and the characters don't stagnate at any point. Even though some parts are predictable, they are few and you aren't really watching a thriller so that you would expect a half dozen plot twists.
One final thing - the music is awesome. In fact, it sets the tone of the whole movie and the choices made go really well with the characters and the situation.
All in all, a superbly made, hilariously funny, refreshingly original and enjoyable experience!
Sutorenjia: Mukô hadan (2007)
Stunnig Awsomness!!
WOW!! Let me just say that I am an anime fan and I have never seen such sword fighting scenes. Appropriately moving story line, mind blowing sound effects and music, and of course, great fights - this movie had everything. My only complain is that they could have managed to squeeze in a few more 'big' fights. Still, all in all, definitely the best anime movie I have ever seen! Recommend it to anyone who breaths. I must have seen the last fight in the climax a dozen times, and every time its still thrilling. Definitely one for the collection. Also, can anyone explain the meaning of the last scene? It shows the foot steps of the horse and the dog along with a trail of blood, presumably Nanashi's. Does it imply that he died at the end?
Stargate Universe (2009)
Stick to your strengths.
SGU is the classic example of a bunch of people trying to do something they have absolutely no clue about. SG-1 and SGA type of shows are the writers strengths and they should have stuck the traditional military sci-fi genre. The premise of the show is so great, the ninth chevron, unexplored galaxies and the history of the most ancient races, and all they have accomplished in each show is a bunch of whining idiots. They tried to marry a sci fi show with a soap opera, like BSG maybe, but failed completely. Its neither good soap opera (as far as i can tell), and its definitely not good sci fi. Heck, its hardly television worthy. The focus on drama should have been brought about through the struggles of the crew on the ship. However, it seems that icky sticky earth relationships are the things that elicit the greatest emotions, being zillions of miles away from home on an ancient starship isn't good enough. Nine episodes on, there's nothing to make me await the tenth one. Guys, stick to your strengths. Believe me, you cant write quality BSG- type show.