Hello people of the internet!
It is funny how quickly the summer has flown by! For a minute there, I was wishing for college to arrive sooner (I was desperately bored) but now I dread the arrival of early mornings once again. The tedious routine of college is on the horizon and I wish I had posted more frequently across the summer break. But now, I must say goodbye to the lazy days and finish my summer reading (what can I say...being a slug and not getting up until late, was much more fun then college summer work....if not lacking in productivity).
However, Summer is not over just yet!!!!! I have time to write another post and for this particular post, I am going 'super'.....because I want nothing more to develop superpowers...which will happen....I really want it to happen....
Guardians of the Galaxy:
This film is 'awesome'!!! A mix of 'awesomeness' and humour that firmly situates the film as a 'must-see' feature. I am not going to lie, however, and must admit the viewing experience was slightly tarnished by the fact I saw this film on the day before I was going to retrieve my exam results (picture a chipmunk....hyped up on caffeine....stuffing there face with popcorn....that is literally how nervous I was that day...). Even with that news hanging over my head, I think the film was extremely entertaining, falling only slightly short of the other Marvel films I love. I was not familiar with the 'Guardian' comics, probably why the film has not wormed its way into my heart alongside the numerous other superhero films. But in saying that, I definitely see 'something' in this film. The script is jam-packed with humour, yet this does not take attention away from the action scenes and high quality special effects. The CGI in this film is incredibly well formatted! A whole reality is created; the marvel universe extended with more detail and possibilities for future plot lines. Marvel seems to not only create a franchise and chain of movies, but its own interlinking world of superheroes. I love big blockbusters, simply for the fact that they have the ability to reach more people and create a reality that extends beyond the film screen. For a couple of hours, audiences can forget their own problems and share in the fantastical threats of the characters they love (I can normally delve into such a fictitious world and escape reality...that is if I am not already panicking about exam results...exam results that decide my whole future).
Overall, Chris Pratt whom portrays Peter Quill(oh wait......sorry it is Star Lord), was a perfect choice for this film because he brings the humour needed; a humour that I have come to expect from Marvel movies after watching the Avengers film, which was much funnier than I originally expected! The ramshackle group includes Peter Quill....wait....Star Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Drax the Destroyer...slightly melodramatic (Dave Bautista), Groot (Vin Diesel) and Rocket....whom is not a rodent (Bradley Cooper). The interactions, between these characters, are perfect and make the story that more interesting. These 'superheroes' are not the clean cut or stereotypical hero characters. They all stray far from the archetype hero and delve into a pool of personality that is fresh; keeping the audience captivated for every minute...every second.
I give this film a strong 4/5! It would be a full five, however I would like to watch the whole film again without the fear of my results ruining the 'viewing experience! I seriously recommend this film! So....'sinceriously' (guess the superhero connection) I urge you to try this film, even if you try to avoid large franchise films normally.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
This film recently arrived on Blu-ray (as well as DVD) and you can bet I rushed to the nearest shop so that I could add it to my collection....I am cool like that! I remember watching this film in the cinema and being on the edge of my seat the whole way through....and this time, not because of of exam results being imminent.... Originally, I am sad to admit, I disregarded Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) because come on....when you are faced with a norse god (Thor) and an indestructible green 'thing' (Hulk)...you kind of ignore the superhuman. However, after watching this film, I changed my mind and have decided that Captain America is one of the coolest....he is literally an 'ice cube'!!! The whole storyline, of the film, was entertaining; the narrative fast paced and interesting right up to the last second (especially the credit scene....very interesting allusion to AVENGERS 2: AGE OF ULTRON). The chemistry between Steve Rogers and Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow (portrayed by the amazing Scarlet Johansson) is incredibly entertaining. On top of this, including the inner workings of S.H.I.E.L.D, as a driving force for the film's narrative, was a smart idea and once again entertaining....I really need to extend my vocabulary...sorry.
This film is definitely a 5/5 and I would recommend anyone buy it...and watch it.....NOW!!...please...
I think it is incredibly unlikely you would be disappointed in the film....I have watched it, in total, three times now, which I do not commonly do with films! Once again, I urge you to give this film a chance...
I urge people to give large franchises like this a chance because though they may not be the most artistically shot...or use innovative themes and camera work....these blockbusters have their own charm. They are powerful projects that can carry the world of comics to a much bigger audience...adding comedy....reiterating action and just being simply captivating! Give it a go!
Ending the superhero theme, I would like to suggest more things people should watch....
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In honour of Tim Burton, whom I believe had his birthday yesterday...though I may be wrong, I would like to recommend people watch some of his highly imaginative works. First of all, for those animation enthusiasts, I would recommend you watch some of my personal favourite films. 'The Corpse Bride' and 'NightMare Before Christmas' are excellent films. I definitely prefer live action films but, it is undeniable, there is something special about the style of these stop motion features. The eerie yet funny and magical films are timeless and are worth a watch again and again. If you want something different to this, I thoroughly enjoyed 'Sweeney Todd: Demon Barber of Fleet Street' or 'Alice in Wonderland'. Both are opposite ends of the spectrum, but still equally enjoyable.
Of course, it is extremely likely that you have already heard of and watched some of these films. I would actually be worried if you are a film enthusiast and you had not! However, in honour of this director and his incredibly interesting filming style, I would suggest watching one of his films in the next week. They are imaginative films and I envision myself continually watching them far into the future.
Furthermore, more of a side note really, I have discovered it is Dylan O'Brien's birthday today. I love many television shows; no one single show being my favourite because, at the end of the day, they all offer the same entertainment and escapism.
However, the MTV television show 'Teen Wolf' shocked me in how quickly I became invested in the narrative and characters. Stiles (Dylan O'Brien) is an extremely funny and expressive character; a character that makes this show unmissable (along with the rest of the cast of course). Dylan O'Brien has showed extreme talent in this show, portraying both a loveable side-kick and terrifying villain believably. I have recommended this show before, but wish to do so again because it has' everything'. I say that often, but have never meant it more than with 'Teen Wolf'. This show is an amalgamation of many genres, whether you want horror, action, comedy or romance! Every episode is shot like a small full-length film! It is great! So give it a go....and look out for Dylan O'Brien in the upcoming film 'Maze Runner'...another film that promises to be 'awesome'!!
And that is all...until the next post! Even if you have already watched all the suggestions, try and find some films or a television show to binge on. Over the last few days of Summer, find something to marathon watch; something you can enjoy and that can help you relax over the last few days..NOTE: I apologise if this post seems too short! I am undertaking an EPQ and I am up to my eyeballs in Hitchcock and the horror genre in general. I hope to write a much longer, or at least more inspiring and 'entertaining', post in the near future. Also, unfortunately, images are not my own!!!!
I will write again soon....until then...goodbye internet!!! Relax and enjoy some media in the meantime!
