Dawn of the planet of the apes stars Andy Serkis, Jason Clarke, Keri Russel and Gary Oldman, and follows Caesar and the rest of the apes ten years after the first movie. The apes have created a home in the forest they escaped in, and have avoided all contact from humans until one day a groups of humans run into the apes when trying to reconnect the power to the city. This ends up creating a conflict between the humans and apes and even within the apes themselves.

Pros

Cons

Overall

Dawn of the planet of the apes is just as good as the first movie and does leave me optimistic for where they take the next movie.

Rating: B+

    I finally saw one of the movies that I have certainly been waiting for and anticipating for a long time now. Even though I tried to go in without having any high expectations like others previous films I have done that with, this was one of, it not the most anticipated film I have been wanting to see all year. I grew up watching the older Richard Donner films, so watching a Superman movie without any of the old John William theme scores or Christopher Reeves as Superman did feel a pit different at first but i got over it after a while. 

   The Man of Steel for a while was thought to be a much more of a Christopher Nolan film than a Zack Synder film, and I must say it was way more of a Zack Synder film than a Christopher Nolan film. Which I actually did see as a problem to an extent. Some of the problems I did have with the movie were more toward just problems I found myself. Some of the problems I had were the lack of personality and character development I would’ve like to have seen in the film. Which is why I wish Christopher Nolan had a part in the writing process for this film, which is what I think it need most to become a much more film with depth.

   This is most definitely a summer action movie first. The visuals are fantastic and the actions scenes are very over the top, something that did lack in the older Superman film. The film does a take a different approach at the origin story of Superman and does do it differently even to feel fresh and new. That being said, the first half of this film is much stronger than the second half is. The second half has so much action that you kinda loose a lot of what you enjoyed about the first half, but it doesn’t do it so much that it ruins the movie. 

   Overall, Man of Steel is a very enjoyable film for the summer, especially if you enjoy lots of action. I would still like to see more characters from this new universe that has been created and possible cameos from other superheros in the sequels to come.

  

   This is a movie that kinda was completely different then what I thought it would be. From the trailers it looked like another action film, starring Dwayne Johnson. Right off the bat, this film is much more of a drama than action, other than the last half hour. The movie focuses on a father (Dwayne Johnson) who does what ever it takes to help release his on from jail, who was arrested for connection to drugs. 

     Dwayne Johnson proves with this film, that he can now carry a film, and seriously. Other than being is Fast and Furious and other action movies, this one is taken much serious. The only few minor complaint I have for the movie is that it could’ve been cut to be a little shorter, especially in the first act. But as soon as the movie picks up, its becomes more and more interesting. Overall Snitch is very much a good film to rent, or even pay matinee in theater.

   Seven Psychopaths is a film that requires an acquired taste. Specifically to people who like Quentin Tarantino film, which if you do, you’ll love this film! To those who aren’t will be left scratching their heads for the entirety of this film at all of the senseless violence and pointless obscenities. But if you like me, then you will understand why I enjoyed this film so much.

   The story it self plays out as essentially, a movie within a movie. The screenplay it self I found to be very original and funny in its dialogue  which is one of the movie’s strengths. There were plenty of laugh out loud moments between the characters, something I can give appreciation to the actors of this movie. The two stand outs and funniest actors of the film are Sam Rockwell and Christopher Walken. They both were what I thought to carry the movie along and both had plenty of hilarious moments. 

   Not many films have this feel to it, and its good to see other people giving it a try. I don’t think this is a film for everyone but nonetheless I really enjoyed the film as it very much entertained me and was a fun, interesting, and strange ride to go on.

  This is a movie that has definitely gained hype recently especially from the Oscars nominations recently. And I have to say, this movie is worth all the hype its getting! I really enjoyed it more than I thought I would. What makes this movie more enjoyable is the fact that this is much more of a “Dramedy” than anything. 

  All the performances in this movie were great all around. Bradley Cooper was fantastic and  Jenifer Lawrence is easily my favorite actress right now and this movie only makes me like her more. Robert De Niro essentially showed a great example of how a supporting character should be! and it was very much a surprise to see Chris Tucker in this movie, and not being over the top either. I really found myself getting attached to the characters which I can very much give credit to the writing and directing, which was both by David O. Russell.

  All in all this will be a movie I will definitely remember when it comes to thinking of my top 10 of the year. Its a story that can easily be connected with and characters that are more relatable than you think.  If there is one movie to see this year so far, its Silver Linings Playbook.

  Just Finished watching the latest installment of the 007 franchise. I must say, it is easily one of the best bond movies. I could help but notice how remarkably well done this film is, even through both technical and entertainment.

   Sam Mendes takes on 007 as director to create his own take on the characters, the action and the allure of bond throughout the film. Right from the very first opening sequence, it captures you right in. Which brings me to the biggest stand out of the movie, the cinematography. Roger Deakins, shoots one the of most thrilling and beautifully cinemographed shots I've seen all year. Aside from looks, it was hard to find a scene that wasn't the slightest of tension building, all this given help to the plot of the film. Skyfall focuses its story more on the past of M, along with the relations between her and Bond. One of the things you will notice about this movie is how much darker and different it is from the other Bond films.

   Something that couldn’t go without notice, was the great performances by just about everyone. The lead actor Daniel Craig, is great, in my opinion the best portrayal of the spy. Javier Bardem takes himself to a new level with this movie, both as an actor and character. Making this one of the most remarkable performances of the film. Especially since, Skyfall is the first bond film to bring us a true villain that is at times in par with Bond himself. Everyone else had solid performances as well.

   After everything positive I’ve said about this movie, i do however, have problems with it. The story of the movie doesn’t hold up from what is shown before hand and by the final act, the film feels no where as entertaining after all the sequences shown. Another problem I had was how this movie tends to become more of a Hit-man movie and an actual spy movie. And it could go without notice how this movie have very obvious similarities to The Dark Knight , which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. 

    Skyfall is great movie and in terms of being a bond film, is one of the best. It may have missed a few marks and it may not go to height of which Casino Royale did, but it definitely come close. This film was one of my favorites of the year. Also, i did very much regret missing it in IMAX.