Holy Motors

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I am way too late in writing a review about this movie since this was released in 2012. But give me chance, I just finished watching this film and I wouldn't be at ease without having to share what I have to say about it.

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A story that will confuse and mark a big question in your face but will leave you satisfied. At last a motion picture that's not predictable and cannot be classified with every other movie we're seeing these days. In fact, it would be a breathe of fresh air to see something else like this. Please do tell if you know of similar films, I'd be glad to check them out. 

Somehow most movies released in cinemas and television today are basically telling the same stories over and over and, let's be honest, it gets boring along the way.

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If you want to see a work of art that won't make you say, "I knew this was the plot", "I knew this would be the ending", and so on and so forth, then you should watch this movie.

I'm not gonna write a summary about this because it'll just spoil things. Just go ahead and watch it yourself. To be honest, I thought I wouldn't reach the end of this film. And... what a surprise, I did and I must say I was entertained.

Strange. Weird. Puzzling. Twisting. Mad. Holy Motors.

Gravity

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I remember dreaming of becoming an astronaut. It would've been cool to be one of the very few females to watch Earth from the vastness of outer space. Floating in the galaxy would be an unforgettable experience. As a kid, I wasn't really thinking of the dangers of this profession. The thought of being out there swimming in deep space simply astounded me. This movie tickled my fancy; I just had to see this in the big screen.

2013 sci-fi drama Gravity revolves around Dr. Ryan Stone (Sandra Bullock), a bio-medical engineer, on her first space mission with veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsy (George Clooney). While servicing the Hubble Space Telescope, things go wrong as their space shuttle becomes damaged by a chain reaction of destruction from a Russian anti-satellite test. This visual spectacle makes viewers witness the dead silence of outer space and an astronaut's struggle to survive the unkind cosmos.

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If you're expecting aliens, cosmic apocalypse and other stuff  like that, this is not the movie you're looking for. One thing's for sure though, it's a good watch so go ahead buy that ticket and enjoy the show.

Here's the trailer to get you motivated:

French Romantic Movies

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There's something about French love story films. A concoction of intense romance, mystery, charm, blitheness, incredibility and  at times a hint of tragedy. These movies are injected with riveting twists that they leave an impression that's hard to forget. You would want to tell a friend to watch them so you'll have someone to relate to; you can't just keep it to yourself. Suddenly you find yourself yearning to watch more French movies may it be in different genres.

Watch these for a start:

Jeux d'enfants (Love Me If You Dare)

A childhood daring game between Sophie and Julien extends to their adult years where it leads them to fulfilling their dream of eternal love.

L'appartement (The Apartment)

Max's obsession with his lost love Lisa somehow becomes a labyrinth that's headed to a tragic conclusion.

Un long dimanche de fiancailles (A Very Long Engagement)

Mathilde remains hopeful that her fiance Manech is still alive after being condemned to death due to self-mutilation to escape service in the war. In search for the truth, she discovers interesting stories of the different men who were to face the same fate with her lover.


What makes these movies interesting is probably due to the fact that it's French-- the language, lifestyle, setting. I don't really know, I can't quite explain it myself. Maybe it's just the French way; maybe... C'est la vie!

End of the Magical Era

After watching Harry Potter 7 Part 2 I thought, "No more Harry Potter."
I basically grew up patronizing both the book series and the film installments. I got a hold of Book 1 when I was in my sophomore year in high school as a present from my cousin. I was instantly enchanted by the time I finished it. From that day forward I never missed reading the subsequent books.
As soon as a movie adaptation was released I always had to watch them in the big screen. The actors are just right for their characters; as an avid reader of the book I'm satisfied of them bringing the characters to life. Although it hasn't completely covered the best parts of the book, the movies were satisfactory.
For all those years that I looked forward on the release of the books and the movies, I was always inspired of the story's true message. My thirst for a quality story that entails goodness, friendship, love, and honor has been provided for. I must say I'm thankful to have been a part of this era.
This is farewell to the solid three friends, to Hogwarts, to the awesome professors, the spells and incantations, the adventures, and the wonderful story that will surely remain with me. Good riddance, Harry Potter!

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

The Pirates of the Caribbean has come to its fourth installment and it has not seized to entertain. New adventures with new characters but the delivery is the same-- perfect, just perfect. Encounters with mysterious mermaids; finding silver chalices; the quest for the fountain of youth takes us on exciting undertakings. The mixture of comedy, thrill, and action boils down to a great movie for all ages. 

This time, the added love story is no longer about Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann. Captain Jack's love interest is finally revealed. Angelica, the Latin beauty and wit, fits just right for Jack. Would probably be seeing more of her in the coming adventures. 

Blackbeard was interesting yet his amazing ability was a little less showcased. How he captured those ships and placed in the bottles would have brought more to the movie if there were scenes of it. Barbossa, of course, the "villain turned ally turned king's man turned ally again" will always be one of the compelling personalities in this film series.  Jack Sparrow most definitely is the same Captain Jack everyone came to love-- crazily clever and adorably funny!

Overall, this movie is awesome! We'll be setting out to sea for two more great adventures with these pirates. Aye aye Captain!

Favorite Scenes: Encounter with the mermaids and escape from the Spanish crew. :]