Reviews
The Hunger Games (2012)
Waited weeks to review.... I am in love with the books and movie
A few people are saying that this is nothing but a rip off of a Japanese film/story entitled "Battle Royale" While in fact it is very similar all in all The Hunger Games is a completely different concept/story. Although it does incorporate the same elements, it is a much more engaging story.
I read all 3 of the books in less then a week and I still read them over and over. I was nervous to see how the film adaptation would be cause I know I was always upset of what they cut out of the Harry Potter movies, but I was pleasantly surprised that hardly anything was taken out of the first book, and only minimal things were slightly altered.
I've seen this movie 7 times and each time I have taken a new person with me. Whether it be someone who has read the book or has never heard of it I have not heard one disappointed reaction....other then one of my friends who doesn't understand stories unless they're dumbed down like mirror mirror, but we forgive her cause she is slow.
I'm very impressed how they made this movie with such a low budget, and still it feels like a huge summer blockbuster.
I had the opportunity to experience the film in Dbox seats yesterday and I have to say.... That was incredible! It really made you feel like you were a part of the games and made it much more intense a viewing experience.
I am simply giving a review, so no spoilers here, but I think everyone is making WAY too big a deal about this being, "The most gruesome PG-13 movie of all time." In all honesty it got the rating it deserved, but it isn't the most gruesome I've ever seen. It is tastefully done without ruining any of the violence from the book surprisingly.
If you have not seen it yet.... GO! You will love it :)
The Change-Up (2011)
Funniest Movie of the Year HANDS DOWN
Got to see a private screening of this last night and I have to say I was thoroughly impressed. This movie has it all! I laughed constantly and the jokes seemed fresh! Although the concept isn't new, the story was completely refreshing from other comedies out there...that is why I think it will be a success. I highly recommend this film to anyone who likes the hilarious and raunchy R rated comedies...
Another great thing that sets this film apart is the story. Revolving around some real "family" issues...the way the humor is played out doesn't counteract the drama being played out as well. Great story! Great cast! Awesome!!!
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 (2011)
End of an era... End of our childhoods... End of Harry Potter
What can I say... This was by far the most amazing finale any fan could have asked for. I cried, I laughed, I was short of breath in many instances, I was disturbed, but overall I was thoroughly satisfied with the conclusion of this series. I felt something amazing after the movie ended, something I didn't feel after reading the book. Being able to watch the end of Harry Potter on the big screen really brought the impact of just how much this series has touched not only my life, but the lives of everyone around me. Deathly Hallows Part 2 is by far (in my opinion) the best movie of 2011 and quite possibly one of the best movies of all time. I don't want to give any spoilers I just want to express how happy I am with this film. It picks up where Part 1 left off, all of the characters get the closure they deserve, and the story just comes full circle!
BRAVO!!! That is all I have to say. Thank you to everyone involved in these movies for taking the world on such an amazing journey. J.K Rowling, thank you for writing such a masterpiece that will truly live on in my heart, and so many others hearts for years to come.
Go see this movie!