For me, the game I'm looking forward to most this year (more than Assassin's Creed 2 Modern Warfare 2) is actually the sequel to my favourite PlayStation game - Uncharted.
This trailer looks too good. The graphics are the best I've seen on a console so far, and the gameplay looks even better than last time.
These games are the closest thing you'll get to living an Indiana Jones game. If you haven't checked out the last game - do it now.
This trailer is story focused which is why I love it so much. The main thing that I loved was that Elena is back. Up to now they've only showed a new girl, and I really wanted Elena back because of the great chemistry between them.
A pretty badly kept secret was that Microsoft was going to show some kind of motion controller this year. I wasn't expecting this though. Sony's was pretty good, but is effectively a glorified Wii-mote.
For me I am getting most excited about Natal. It may not work like I want it too. But if it does... droooooool...
Starring Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis
PLOT
A Las Vegas-set comedy centered around three groomsmen who lose their about-to-be-wed buddy during their drunken misadventures, then must retrace their steps in order to find him.
REVIEW
+ It really is hilarious as everyone is making out to be. +
+ Very rude indeed and not afraid to get each situation to the extreme. +
+ Great performances from everyone involved. +
+ Never gets boring and there is always something new happening. +
+ I like the way that it fuses the genre of comedy with mystery too as they are looking for their friend. +
+ Zach Galifianakis steals the show from everyone else. +
+ A truly great end credits sequence. +
+ Loads of creative ideas about what happened during the night and never too extreme to be absolutely impossible. +
-Perhaps a little too long. - - Lost some momentum towards the middle, but did get it back. -
BEST MOMENT
When they first wake up in the morning and see all the carnage ever
After Skynet has destroyed much of humanity in a nuclear holocaust, a group of survivors led by John Connor struggles to keep the machines from finishing the job.
REVIEW
+ It looks phenomenal - great sense of atmosphere. +
+ Sam Worthington gave a great performance. +
+ The CG was spectacular. +
+ I absolutely loved the sound design - especially the Harvester scene. +
+ The Arnie fight was done well and put a huge grin on my face. +
+ Some really creative cinematography - just watch the helicopter scene at the start. +
+ I was worried about McG directing - but he really made some great action scenes here. +
-If they hadn't have told you the twist in the trailer - it would have been a great twist in the film. I'm so annoyed they did! BLAH! -
-Christian Bale gives a bad performance - does nothing but grunt and shout. - - A lot of plot and pacing problems. -
BEST MOMENT
The Harvester scene. A great mix of perfect CG and loud sound design that'll keep you on the edge of your seat.
This is a series that I've always loved. It has a great immature comedy that really makes me giggle more than most films can make me do so.
A key example of this is in the second film where Austin and Felicity are getting things out of a bag in their tent.
However, from the outside the silohuette makes it look like she's in fact pulling things out of his rectum.
It's a cleverly shot scene and perfectly shows the innuendo and utter ridiculousness of the Austin Powers humour.
89. Contact
Contact is a film that I watched as a kid and never understood. It was all a bit grown up for me! However I have recently rewatched it and its a terrific film full of suspence and great performances. The ending is disappointing, but the first two hours are terrific.
I won't give away too much of the story but the best moment for me is when the main character finally transports using the craft the signals had told them to.
The sequence where she travels through a series of wormholes is a fantastic sensory experience with amazing visuals and even better sound. It took my breath away, and is the closest thing to being on a rollercoaster within a film so far.
88. Me, Myself and Irene
I love all Jim Carrey films, but this is one of his best. It's full of moments that are classic and memorable, but the best has to be when he takes his pills without water. It gives him severe "dry mouth".
I don't know how Jim Carrey does it, but he manages to fold his lips back exposing just his teeth. The image is one of the funniest I've ever seen. Not only that, but everyone's reaction to it just makes it even funnier.
87. Romeo + Juliet
I love Baz Luhrmann as a director, Australia was great and Moulin Rouge is one of my favourite films ever. I also love what he did with Romeo + Juliet. Its certainly unique. Choosing to use the original language but updating the story to a modern setting was a brave idea that split people. I loved it though.
One of the best things about it though is the casting, Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes make fantastic leads. The love scene where they meet is perfectly done. The cinematography and acting are both terrific. The best thing about it though is the music. Des'ree sings "Kissing You" which perfectly matches the romance of the scene.
I have chosen the pool scene as my favourite moment because I have always found it memorable as it blends romance, drama and comedy perfectly. Just listen out for that soundtrack though!
86. The Lost World: Jurassic Park
God I love dinosaurs. I am a mega fan of the Jurassic Park series, and though nothing could beat the first for me... The Lost World is a pretty awesome sequel.
I love how the Rex's are used compared to the first film. I'd say if the first films main villains are the Velociraptors, and the third's is the Spinosaurus... in this film it has to be the Rex. And DAMN STRAIGHT I say!
The best sequence in the Lost World though is when the Rex's come to find their baby. Words cannot describe how awesome this sequence is. Its so tense, action packed and dramatic. It's proof that Spielberg really is a master of what he does.
Not only that, but its a great showcase for showing off the dinosaurs - through both CG and the robotic versions. Too goooood....
85. Edward Scissorhands
The Ice Dance is a great sequence from a great film. In my opinion this scene sums up everything about the film.
When you ask people about Edward Scissorhands they'll talk about the music, cinematography, style, fairytalism and the snow.
This scene has everything. It's as simple as a girl dancing in the snow, but Tim Burton pulls it off fantastically into a memorable and terrific scene.
84. Finding Neverland
I find this film both easy to digest, but hard to watch. Its no bad thing. This film has great everything... story, performances and more. But it all comes with a price as many people know.
The scene I have chosen is when the Peter Pan play comes to perform in Kate Winslet's house as she is too ill to go and see it.
Its a scene that unexpectedly comes out of nowhere which shocks both the character and the audience. I always grin whilst watching this scene, yet get sad at the same time thinking about what it all means.
83. The Mummy Returns
I love both The Mummy films. Never seen the third, but the first two are terrific adventure films which are definately better than Indiana Jones 4. The first film has a higher spot on the list, but the sequel too had a scene that I'll always remember.
It's a film full of ridiculous stunts, daring adventure and high romance. (SPOILERS AHEAD!) No one expected it though when Evey is suddenly stabbed by one of the Mummy's. I couldn't believe it because I was so caught up in the story and with the characters.
I find it hard to watch when Rick then finds her. It's a great performance from both actors and a stand out scene within the film.
82. Gremlins
Gremlins is such a fun little film. It's incredibly dark yet hilariously funny. I want to shake the hand of the man that came up with the concept though just because its brought me so much joy.
My favourite scene has got to be when the Gremlins crash the cinema. There is a moment when the projector accidentally turns on and Snow White starts playing. All the Gremlins stop and watch the screen, they then start singing along. It's such an amazing moment, a comedy classic that I'll always remember. If you don't smile watching this scene... you have no soul.
81. Constantine
Many people hated Constantine, but I always enjoyed it. Keanu Reeves fits the role well and the story is dark and thought provoking.
All the best moments though are when Constantine walks through Hell. Its amazing imagery presented in a way that you've never thought possible before. When I saw this scene in the trailer I leapt out my chair and the final film didn't disappoint.
There's no talking, its all CG apart from Keanu... yet is the most powerful scene in the film. Sheer awesomeness on celluloid.
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95. Robin Hood: Men in Tights
I grew up with this film, and it's always been one of my favourites. It's actually my favourite take on Robin Hood - even if it is a comedy!
There are so many great moments, but none are better than the Great Hall scene in which Robin Hood and his Merry Men crash King John's party.
It has a great sword fight, hilarious moments and even the meeting of Maid Marian and Robin Hood for the first time. Pure class.
94. Watchmen
This is a film that split people 50-50. Some people absolutely loved it and some people didn't really like it. Take my two housemates - Boz loved it like me, whereas Joel didn't think it was as good as everyone was making out to be.
I loved it personally, I loved the graphic novel and thought this was a fantastic adaptation. My favourite part in the book was always the origin of Dr Manhattan, and luckily for me this was probably the most well reconstructed scene for the film.
It is a perfect mix of amazing imagery, terrific acting, a great voiceover and an all around well directed sequence.
For me, it was scenes like this that made Watchmen so good. Not all the action scenes, its the human emotion and character building that drive the story - and this does it the best.
93. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
If you have been reading my blog - you'll know from my review of this film that I was always very fond of it. I love character stories like this one, and the presentation was so outstanding that it took my breath away.
The first hour was always my favourite with Benjamin Button being young - yet looking old. The CG deserved its Oscar ten times over.
My favourite part though is the bit from the trailers where Benjamin and young Daisy sit under a table at night and fully introduce each other. By talking they realise they aren't too different and are both just children in a very strange circumstance.
What amazes me about it though is what the audience doesn't see. Benjamin in this scene is played by a dwarf which then has a CG head of Brad Pitt put onto it. Brad Pitt then does the voice of it too. And Daisy is played by a young actress, but then has her voice dubbed by Cate Blanchett.
So even though this scene is done between the two children - Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett are there all along meeting for the first time. It's fantastic.
92. Dumb and Dumberer
I should hate this film. Most of it is utter rubbish. How dare they replace Jim Carrey's character with someone else.
Amongst this stinker of a film though is one of my favourite movie moments ever. It is incredibly immature and complete fun. Everyone I talk to agrees that this is the best part of the film, and also just a great comedy moment in general.
When Harry is at a hot girls house, he forgets he has chocolate in his pocket. He goes to the toilet to talk to Lloyd out the window and leans against the radiator melting the chocolate. In a panic when Harry realises, he manages to smear the chocolate all over the bathroom walls. The girls Dad then comes up to the bathroom (who already thinks Harry is a retard!) and sees the mess.
He then begins to take in the horrific sight assuming it is in fact poo. It is his reaction that is so funny. It starts with panic and turns to full screaming by the end. I remember crying when I saw this scene and it still makes me laugh to this day.
91. The Matrix Revolutions
This film may have been the weakest out of the Matrix trilogy, but it still had many great moments. It is one of my favourite HD DVDs because the CG is just jaw dropping and the scene I have picked is the key example of this.
When the sentinels are about to breach the city to kill everyone, the humans get into their APCs to shoot them down. What happens is the most eye candy I've witnessed in a scene at any one moment. There's so much going on that you can't take your eyes off the screen. The action is amazing and the CG is even better.
Every shot looks like a painting because there is beauty to all the madness. The fire starts to light up the room in a unique way which makes all the metal just look more natural. There's not too much more I can say unless you see the scene for yourselves.
I can't believe how long its been since I updated. I apoligise, especially to my Outer Guatamalen readers - you know who you are!
Well I've finished my second year of University! I'm pleased to say our final film turned out great. We are all really pleased with it, and so are the tutors. We all got a First, so a well done to my whole group.
Apart from that, not been up to too much. Been at home relaxing. I'm looking for a job. No luck yet though I'm afraid.
Anywho... I've updated the blog with a few reviews, which you can read below. I will also be posting another movie moments list later on! So look out for it!
Security guard Larry Daley infiltrates the Smithsonian Institute in order to rescue Jedediah and Octavius, who have been shipped to the museum by mistake.
REVIEW
+ The villain is the best thing about it - hilarious performance from Hank Azaria. +
+ Great CGI, pretty seamless with the live action. +
+ A lot of great ideas executed in hilarious ways. +
+ Full of fun, if brief cameos from a wide range of actors and comedians. +
+ Story was better than the first, and so was the overall content. +
+ Made me laugh more than the first one did. +
+ The tiny characters - Owen Wilson and Steve Coogan - steal the show. +
- Not an amazing score or cinematography. -
-Not enough Robin Williams in it! - - The ending seemed a little rushed. -
BEST MOMENT
A spoof of a 300 fight scene using all the tiny characters and a lot of feet.
Created by J.J. Abrams, Jeffrey Lieber, Damon Lindelof
Main Cast : Matthew Fox, Naveen Andrews, Jorge Garcia, Josh Holloway, Daniel Dae Kim, Yunjin Kim, Evangeline Lilly, Terry O'Quinn, Michael Emerson
REVIEW
+ For the fifth year running, a knockout finale with a great twist yet again! +
+ Still the best looking show on television. +
+ Also has the best music too. +
+ Acting is still phenomenal across the board - especially still Michael Emerson as Ben. +
+ It is interesting to see the show heading in a sci fi direction. +
+ Every season still manages to feel unique to the one before it. +
+The twists always make me want to see the next one, still as addictive as ever. +
-I don't like the way groups of characters are only in certain episodes then missed out in others. Locke was missing for about half the season at one point!-
-Often confusing, time travel makes my head want to explode. -
- I'm still worried that they won't be able to answer everything in one more season. -
BEST EPISODE
I hate to say it yet again - but the finale. Another great twist that I didn't see coming.
Main Cast : Teri Hatcher, Marcia Cross, Felicity Huffman, Eva Longoria Parker, Nicollette Sheridan, Ricardo Chavira, James Denton, Kyle MacLachlan, Doug Sava
REVIEW
+ I absolutely loved Dave as a villain! +
+ The tension is still always there, even five years after the show started. +
+ Each of the characters had interesting seperate stories. +
+ Often still absolutely hilarious. +
+ Still manages to surprise me with its unexpected twists and unpredictable characters. +
+ Still good music, though not as great as previous seasons. +
+It's good to see the men of Wysteria Lane given more to do for once. +
+Orson still remains my favourite character, and I don't have a clue what he'll do next season...+
-Some filler episodes in the middle wasted time when I wanted to see what was going to happen next. -
- Lynette - who was my favourite character - is becoming too much of a bitch, I don't like it! -
BEST EPISODE
The finale. A true nail biter yet again which doesn't disappoint at all.
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