Megamind

 

Title: Megamind
Genre: Animation, Action, Comedy
Release: April 28, 2011
Voices: Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt, Tina Fey, Jonah Hill

Plot: Megamind is a villain and the badest and the biggest failure of them all.

Discussion:
Ninnie: Not the best animated movie but definetely a good and funny one!

Victoria: Agree. It's entertaining and good at the moment but it's not a movie that will make you go "OMG You HAVE to see it" to someone. 

Ninnie: True! What do you think about the choice of voices? I have to say it was a bit wierd seeing/ hearing Jonah Hill as an evil person Haha. 

Victoria: My thought exactly ! But I kind of got used to all the voices after a while, so it didn't really bug me. In the end the voices were suitable, I thought. 

Ninnie: Me too. So who should watch it, age and so on?

Victoria: I definitely think it's as much a kids movie as a movie for grown ups. Or like. My age. And I'm sure my parents would enjoy it too. So yeah. 

Ninnie: Good and bad part?

Victoria: I'll take the good part- well it's a good movie, and nicely made and all that. And they made it good in the sense that you are on Megaminds side, although he is the bad guy, but you will still feel sorry for him. Kinda.. What do you have to add, or say about any bad parts?

Ninnie: It doesn't really have "bad parts", but it's just not a movie that will give you a "wow-feeling", I guess. 

Sum up: Good, average animated family movie that is worth watching, but won't make you go "OMG It's SO good!" 

Ninnie: 3,8/5

Victoria: 3,5/5

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Pirates of the Caribbean 4, On stranger tides

Title: Pirates of the Carribbean 4, On stranger tides
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Release: May 18th, 2011 (World Premiere)
Actors: Johnny Depp, Penélope Cruz, Geoffrey Rush, Ian McShane
Plot: Follow Jack Sparrow in his attempt to find the Fountain of Youth.

Discussion:
Victoria: We watched it in 3D in the movies and I must say this movie is NOT worth watching in 3D. There were practically no effects whatsoever. So kind of dissappointed in that area, but since I love all the Pirates movies I like this one as well. A good follow-up, but not AS good as the first 3.
Ninnie: Not as good at all! Don't get me wrong it's still a very good one! I think it would have been better if Kiera Knightley (Elisabeth) and Orlando Bloom (Will) would have been in it. But as long as Depp (Jack Sparrow) is in it I'm ok with it.
Victoria: Yes. I never really like when you remove the main characters in movies (or shows..), so that is actually a big minus. But if I should review the movie itself and leave out the negative comments (on 3D and removing main characters) I think it's an exciting movie and it still has the famous Pirates-of-the-Carribbean-feeling to it, which is a BIG plus.
Ninnie: True! You gotta love the music! Powerful! At least to us pirates fans Haha! Acting wise?
Victoria: You gotta love Depps performances in all the movies, and he doesn't fail in this one either. I must say I'm no fan of Cruz in this movie. I have nothing against her as an actress, but she doesn't fit in this movie and therefor I'm a little annoyed by her acting. Might just be me, but yeah. That's my opinion. What do you say?
Ninnie: Omg, so true! I didn't realize this until you said it, but oh God it's true. I was totally annoyed by her acting while watching but I didn't really think about it, just like subconsciously.


Sum Up: Can't even be compared to the other POTC movies but still really good and exciting! And a must-see if you've seen the other ones (If you haven't you should)!

Victoria: 3,5/5
Ninnie: 3,6/5

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Jackass 3D

Title: Jackass 3D

Genre: Documentary, comedy, action
Release: March 30, 2011 (DVD Sweden)

Cast: Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Steve-O, Ryan Dunn, Preston Lacy, Jason 'Wee Man' Acuña, Chris Pontius, Dave England, Ehren McGhehey

Discussion:
Ninnie: They're idiots but you just gotta love them! They're freakin' awesome!
Victoria: Right?! If you've liked what they have done before you won't be disappointed. They have new crazy stuff going on and it's highly disgusting and awesome to watch!
Ninnie: Totally. Hm? This might be the best one actually! Or well actually I shouldn't say anything about that since it was a very long time ago I saw the other ones. They do have more disgusting scenes in this one, I personally like the dary things they do more.
Victoria: Yeah. So do I. In a way I don't have much more to add, I feel that if you know how and who they are and what they do you will either, if you like them, watch it and like this one or, if you don't like them, you won't like it. If you know what I mean.
Ninnie: True, but what do you say about the things they do, like do you think they're doing more risky things in this one or do you think that the fact that they're getting older they do easier stuff?
Victoria: No I believe they are worse haha. I mean they have always done weird stuff, and they do not disappoint the viewer in this movie. I don't notice them getting older. (Sounds like they are seniors or something now haha.)
Ninnie: (Haha yes totally.) I agree!  

Sum up: As awesome as always!

Ninnie: 4,3/5
Victoria: 4/5 

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Takers

Title: Takers
Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller
Release: March 9, 2011 (DVD Sweden)
Actors: Chris Brown, Matt Dillon, Hayden Christensen, Michael Ealy, Jay Hernandez, Paul Walker,
Plot: A group of criminals get a once in a lifetime opportunity to get 25 million dollars. Their plan is bullet proof, or is it really...?






Discussion:
Ninnie: Really exciting movie I must say.
Victoria: I agree, I liked the mixed actors in this one.... like in the sense that they are not very similar to one an other. Kinda.
Ninnie: Totally. The really awesome part was that you really didnt know which side you were on. The cops or the bad guys's...?
Victoria: Yeah. If you're looking for an action-filled movie I would defintely recommened this one!
Ninnie: Me too. It takes different turnes every now and then. What do you say about the acting?
Victoria: I liked them all. Chris Brown was in the movie, and I must say I had a liiiiiitttle hard time seeing him as another person/a charactor, but other than that I liked them all.
Ninnie: True. So bad part?
Victoria: Well, besides what I just mentioned, I can't really think of anything in particular. I really enjoyed watching it and yeah I wouldn't say I think it contains anything "bad-bad". What do you say?
Ninnie: I agree my friend.

Sum up: Exciting and interesting through out the entire movie. We would definitely recommend this one to everyone who wants a good action/thriller movie.


Ninnie: 4,6/5
Victoria: 4,4/5

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Knight And Day

Title: Knight and Day
Genre: Action, Comedy
Release: December 8th, 2010 (DVD, Sweden)
Actors: Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz,
Plot: June meets a stranger on the airport and they happen to be on the same flight. After they've been talking she thinks that he could just be the man of her dreams. But she soon realizes that she was wrong, when she finds out that he's a secret agent.

Discussion: Victoria: I'd say a decent entertaining movie.
Ninnie: True. The excitment is on an average level.
Victoria: I definitely think people should and can watch it. Both Cruise & Diaz does an OK job.
Ninnie: I hear you! It's action from the start which is good.
Victoria: Who should watch it?
Ninnie: Someone who's not looking for the best action movie there is but still a decent one.
Victoria: I just realized I could easily compare this movie to another Action/Comedy movie - "Killers" with Ashton Kutcher and Katharine Heigl. Then "Killers" is def better.

Sum up: A decent action/comedy movie. Not Cruise's or Diaz's best movie, but they still do a good job.

Victoria: 3,3/5
Ninnie: 3,7/5

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Scott Pilgrim vs The World

Title: Scott Pilgrim vs The World
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Release: February 3rd, 2011 (DVD, Sweden)
Actors: Michael Cera, Alison Pill, Mark Webber, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Ellen Wong, Kieran Culkin,
Plot: Scott Pilgrim is datíng a girl, Ramona Flowers, and in order to be able to keep her as his girlfriend he must battle and defeat Ramonas seven exes.

Discussion:
Ninnie:Wow! This movie was amazing! It was so cool!
Victoria: Dude, yes !! Ask me if I love it and my answer is a three-lettered word.
Ninnie: Do you love it?
Victoria: YES!
Ninnie: I loved all the special effects with all the words popping up and things you know.
Victoria: Oh god, yes  ! And I've said it before but I love Michael Cera, he's just the most awesome actor ever (well to the extent of course). Was there anything bad with it? Or less good?
Ninnie:The only thing I can think of is that this is definitely not a movie that is suitable for everyone. Either you'll love it or you will hate it, sort of. This is not a very bad thing since it just makes it more awesome to the people who really like it. Okay really complicated answer, Ninnie.
Victoria: No, it's true, though. Very easygoing movie. I could watch it over and over again.

Sum up: If you're into games and have a kind of childish mind you will definitely enjoy this one. We think everybody should give Scott Pilgrim a chance and find out what side you are on!

Ninnie: 4,9/5
Victoria: 5/5

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Inception

Title: Inception
Genre: Action, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Release: December 8th, 2010 (DVD, Sweden)
Actors: Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, Cillian Murphy
Plot: This movie takes place in a world where technology exists to enter the human mind through dream invasion. Don Cobb, a very talented thief is given his last chance at redemption which involves executing his toughest job till date, Inception.

Discussion:
Ninnie: I really liked the concept of this movie! The dream worlds they are creating is amazing and you totally recognize the structure from your own dreams.
Victoria: I must say this movie is freaking sick ! This is one movie that I've actually only heard people say good stuff about, and now I know why. It's such an interesting movie!
Ninnie: Yes totally, and not at all like other movies. It was exciting and you had to concentrate to be able to follow what was happening, but not in a bad way.
Victoria: Inception is a movie you should see for yourself and make up your own opinions, it's hard to explain what you think and what it is about. This is a movie in it's own category. So Ninnie, is there anything that is negative about it?
Ninnie: Um? I wouldn't say there is but since it is such a complex movie it might be a little difficult for some people to understand.


Sum up: A fantastic movie out of the ordinary. It is a must-see for the watcher who wants something to think about after finishing it.


Ninnie: 4,4/5
Victoria: 4,9/5


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Cop Out

Title: Cop Out
Genre: Action, Comedy
Release: October 13th (DVD Sweden)
Actors: Bruce Willis, Tracy Morgan, Seann William Scott, Adam Brody
Plot: Jimmy & Paul --> two cops , not in the top ten at NYPD. Jimmys daughter is getting married and the only way he will be able to pay for it is if he sells an antique basesball card. Unfortunately it gets stolen and Jimmy and Paul will do anything to get it back.

Discussion:
Victoria: Tracy Morgan is so funny in this one! The whole movie has a lot of funny moments.
Ninnie: Yes true! This is not the ultimate action comedy  movie but definitely one of the better ones.
Victoria: Yeah. The story is pretty good and the acting as well. What did you like best about it?
Ninnie: Hm? Tracy Morgan!
Victoria: Indeed. I don't really have anything more to say about it actually. It is definitely watchable, I mean I definitely think you should watch it.

Sum up: Not the perfect action comedy movie but still good!

Ninnie: 3,7
Victoria: 3,9

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Killers

Title: Killers
Genre: Action, Comedy, Romance, Thriller
Release: October 20 (DVD, Sweden)
Actors: Ashton Kutcher, Katherine Heigl
Plot: Jen finally meets the man of her dreams, Spencer. What she doesn't know is that she marries an ex "killer".

Discussion:
Ninnie: Let me just say wow. This is a perfect action comedy movie!
Victoria: It definitely is. Killers is like the face of the perfect action comedy (and romance) movie! If someone would ask me for a good (or great) movie in this genre I would totally say this one.
Ninnie: Yes. I laughed and was super tense at the same time. There were some really funny scenes. They really caught the "normal" life situation at the same time as something really exciting was happening.
Victoria: Oh yes. Both Kutcher and Heigl does a great job on the acting part. They are both really funny and connect really well...... and a plus for the female viewers: Ashton Kutcher is HOT!
Ninnie: Oh yeah! Any bad parts in the movie?
Victoria: Nope. Can't think of any. You?
Ninnie: Nope. I loved it!


Sum up:  A perfect action/comedy/romantic movie. It has it all and a little bit more. The perfect combination!


Victoria: 5/5

Ninnie: 5/5


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Prince of Persia

Title: Prince of Persia (The Sands of Time)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Remember
Release: September 22 (DVD, Sweden)
Actors: Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton, Ben Kingsley, Alfred Molina
Plot: The brave prince Daston decides to help a rival princess Tamina and protect a special (magical) dagger. This dagger has the ability to change and turn back time

Discussion:
Victoria: I don't really like"these kinds" of movies. I happen to think they are usually always the same, and that there are boring wars and conflicts going on all the time. But somehow this one manage to be a little different and for some reason I liked it.
Ninnie: I see your point. I usually end up liking these kinds of movies even though I think I won't. And this is not an exception. It was exciting from the start and continued that way 'til the end. It's not the best adventure/fantasy/action movie I've seen but it's definitely a good one,
Victoria: Yes. It was really exciting all way through. As the viewer you think that everything will be solved every 10min and then something else appears and just turns it back around again. It had an interesting story and the action parts were really cool.
Ninnie: Yes, I love his awesome "moves"! They're not really realistic but I was impressed anyway haha. So what's bad about "Prince of Persia"?
Victoria: I don't really have anything bad-bad to say about the movie. I'm not saying it's a perfect movie, but no, I can't really think of anything in particular that was bad about it. If you have anything, go ahead and fill me in.
Ninnie: Hm? No, I think I totally agree on that.



Sum up: A good adventurous movie. Cool action scenes and a pretty exciting story.


Victoria:3,8/5
Ninnie: 3,7/5


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Date Night

Title: Date Night
Genre: Action comedy
Release: August 18 (DVD sweden)
Actors: Steve Carell, Tina Fey, Mark Wahlberg
Plot: Phil and Claire Foster is a married and pretty bored couple from New Jersey. When they finaly decide to go some place else on their weekly date night, they end up taking someone else's reservation on a restaurant, the Tripplehorns. This is a huge mistake and some very dangerous people are mistaking on their identities. Their romantic evening does not turn out as they planned, not at all.

Discussion:
Ninnie: This is a really funny movie. Love the actors and their characters in "Date Night"
Victoria: Yeah, both Carell and Fey are two great actors. Always hilarious in whatever they do, and they don't fail in this one either!   
Ninnie: Agree! The movie has a funny story and funny characters so it just can't fail. But were there anything you didn't like about it? And which part of the movie did you enjoy the most? Without spilling to much.
Victoria: Hmm.... Something I didn't like about the movie.. well, in that case I'd just say like random small unnecessary things about it, I guess- really nothing major or that comes to mind.
I don't think there is like one specific  part of the movie that I like best,  I just really like the way Steve Carell and Tina Fey act together. Every scene with them together is just always funny (and the movie is 99% only them.. so..). I liked when Steves character tried to be a tough guy- when he is obviously so not. Haha.
Ninnie: Haha yes, awesome. Also, I loved the awesome taxidriver.


Sum up: Funny characters, funny actors and a funny and exciting story. What else can we say, it's simply a very good action comedy movie.


Victoria: 4,4/5
Ninnie: 4,5/5


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Man On Fire

Title: Man On Fire
Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller
Release: April 6th, 2004 (DVD Sweden)
Actors: Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning, Marc Anthony
Plot: A family in Mexico City, where child kidnapping is part of every day life, hires Creasy, a previous CIA agent to be the bodyguard of their 10 year old daughter Pita. Creasy and Pita develops a close relationship. He is willing to do anything to protect Pita.

Discussion:
Victoria: The story blew me away.
Ninnie: Totally! And I cant believe how a 10 (about 10) year old could be such a great actress! Incredible!
Victoria: Dakota Fanning does a fantastic job- there's no doubt about that!  This movie is close to 2h30min, but I can honestly say it was interesting all through those 150 minutes.
Ninnie: Indeed! I love the way they've cut every scene and the light settings is great too.
Victoria: Yes, everything is so nicely made, the colors, the pictures, the actors and characters and the story. Man On Fire was requested by one of our readers and I believe I can say that I really loved this movie. I don't cry to movies, but if I would, I'd cry my heart out in the end.
Ninnie: Yes I loved it too. Victoria was there anything you disliked?
Victoria: Not really, to be honest. What about you?
Ninnie: Hm? Some might be disappointed that the action starts after about an hour, but personally I think it's fine the way it is.
Victoria: But then again- how often does the action start right away in a movie? Was the movie predictable?
Ninnie: No it really wasn't.

Victoria: Sum up: Great- double great- movie. Really touching story, amazing acting and there's no doubt about it- you should definitely watch Man On Fire!

Ninnie: 5/5
Victoria: 5/5

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Watchmen

Title: Watchmen
Genre: Action, Sci-fi, Mystery
Release: August 5, 2009
Actors: Malin Åkerman, Billy Crudup, Matthew Goode, Jackie Earle Haley
Plot: Someone's killing all the superheros and is also planing to destroy  human life. Who should stop this "someone" if the superheros are all dead?

Discussion:
Victoria: Let me start off by saying I love the special effects.
Ninnie: Okay thank you Victoria you just stole my first line Haha. Kidding. It was an exciting movie, it's just that some scenes (flashback scenes) were to long, you kind of forgot what's happening in present time.
Victoria: I totally hear you. I didn't really get the hang of the complete story, to be honest. Not that I was completely lost, but still.
Ninnie: Agree! What do you think about the acting?
Victoria: No complaints there. No "Wow- performance" from anyone, but they were all OK.
Ninnie: Exactly, it felt like no one was really suitable for their part. They couldn't really live up to their character.
Victoria: Right. I must add, also, that I loved the soundtrack, Really nice selection of songs. Who should watch this movie, Ninnie?
Ninnie: Let me start by telling you who shouldn't watch it. Which is people who doesn't like super heros, who's sensitive with blood and "cruel killing" and  people who get bored easily.
When I think about superheros I automatically think about pure goodness, but in this movie it's not like that. And you don't get the "superhero feeling".

Victoria: So, Watchmen is a really good action movie with even nicer special effects. You should watch it if you really want to WATCH it, because otherwise it might be hard to follow.But really, it is a good movie!

Victoria: 3,6/5
Ninnie: 3,5/5

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The Book of Eli

Title: The Book of Eli

Release: September 1

Genre: Action

Actors: Denzel Washington, Mila Kunis, Gary Oldman 

Plot: A lonely warrior named Eli is walking to the west. He has a mission, that he doesn't even know what it means. He carries a book with him that he would kill to protect, but others would kill to get their hands on it.

Discussion

Victoria: I have only heard from people that this is a really good movie, so obviously I watched it with my hopes up. It did take a while for the movie to become good......
Ninnie: But once it did, It was REALLY good. It was not predictable at all. It took different turns every now and then. The actors did a great job too!
Victoria: My point exactly. The first like half hour/hour was kinda boring, or not much happened. But after that- boom ! and I really enjoyed it. It was filled with action and it was really exciting.
Ninnie: Indeed. Some would think it's too cruel at some points but that's what made this movie so great!
Victoria: Yes. I'd say if you're looking for a really good action movie- this is what you need to watch. BIG plus, also, to the awesome pictures and how they have cut everything, and the colors etc. Really nicely made.
Ninnie: Yes it's incredible! And don't give up after the first half hour/hour 'cause it WILL get better, that's for sure!

Victoria: Sum it up ! - It's a great action movie. If you like a lot of violence and an interesting story we would really recommend it. It is not suitable for kids or sensitive viewers.  We'd say it's a perfectly great movie.

Ninnie: 4,4/5
Victoria: 4,3/5

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Kick-Ass

Titel: Kick-Ass
Release: September 15 (DVD, Sweden)
Genre:  Action
Actors: Aaron Johnson, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Mark Strong, Chloe Moretz, Nicolas Cage
Plot:  Normal/Geeky guy having a dream about becoming a superhero and that's what happens.


Discussion: 
Victoria: The movie really does Kick Ass!
Ninnie: Yes, indeed ! One of the best movies I've ever seen.
Victoria: I Agree. Filled with action both young and adults will enjoy.
Ninnie: It also contains humor which pretty much every one will like. Victoria, what do you think- if someone doesn't like comics, will they still enjoy it?
Victoria: Hmm.. My first thought was "Yes, of course", but I mean if you're really not into superheros and such, you might not be as interested in this movie as someone who does like comics would be. But it's still not a "cliché superhero movie" so I think most people will still enjoy it, yes.
Ninnie: Yeah, because it's like a good action movie too, the only difference is really that they have superhero costumes. It was a good movie from the start and all the way through. Victoria did you think it was a predictable movie?
Victoria: Well, it's been a few months since we saw the movie (April, legally in the movies in the States) so I don't actually recall my opinion on that.
Ninnie: Not me either. Though, even if it was - it didn't wreck the movie. I'm a big superhero fan and  I've dreamt about being a superhero, myself, so of course this movie is made for a person who secretly dreams about becoming a superhero.
Victoria: Totally ! Hm, when thinking about what you just said- this movie might not be as entertaining for people who don't enjoy superheros then.... ?

Ninnie: So to sum this up: If you are a superhero fan or ever had a dream about becoming a superhero this is a Must-See.
Victoria: There's a lot of fighting, blood, humor and excitment !

Ninnie: 5/5
Victoria: 5/5

Ninnie: A good start for this blog, Victoria !

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