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whatsinaname
Innovator
Ender's Game - 7/10
A decent adaptation of the book, nothing more, nothing less. None of the child actors were irritating, which was what I feared most. Definitely watch it if you are a fan of the book.
A decent adaptation of the book, nothing more, nothing less. None of the child actors were irritating, which was what I feared most. Definitely watch it if you are a fan of the book.
Thor: The Dark World - 9/10
Must watch movie for superhero movie fanatics and Marvel Cinematic Universe junkies. I am both.
My views -
As with every superhero movie everything is over the top, be it the action, the acting, the direction, or the SFX. Imagine a world where right after defeating hordes of demonic herculean enemies with swords and fire, there is a sudden return to peace and little kids start playing and running around amidst the elders cleaning up the massacred dead. Yeah, not gonna happen in any world that has some semblance of realism. But it WILL happen in a superhero movie.
Then talk about destroying every major city on Earth. It was New York in The Avengers, it's London this time. Mass destruction, tall buildings falling in the streets without hurting even one human body, tons of cars flung about carelessly which land safely in the middle of a group of people. Like I said, over the top.
Then why the high rating? Because isn't that also the best part of a superhero movie? I dig it. Coming to the movie itself, it's a fun two hour ride with never a moment that strays away from the plot. As many of you might know that this the second movie in Phase 2 of Marvel's big cinematic plans and Phase 1 ended with The Avengers saving the world from Loki. Without dishing out any spoilers the best part about this movie is the way it has stuck to the core story line from the original comics. Movie makers take a lot of liberties while trying to make a comic/book based movie, but not the awesome guys and gals at Marvel Studios. They have done an excellent job. The representation of Asgard, golden, supreme, elegant, and heaven-like is amazing and sticks to what I always imagines Asgard would look like, and better! The wastes of the other worlds where from malevolent evil-doers rose in the past are exhibited with secrecy and minimalism, as if there is a lot more to those places that is hidden, and which is left to the movie-goers' vast imagination to fill with unspeakable horrors and demons. The story reveals all that is essential to the plot yet gives out shout-outs and tidbits for the discerning comic book reader who will recognize the presence, identification, and purpose of the items and characters shown. It is no means a secret wink at the comic fans but essential parts to the overall story and everyone can enjoy the movie without feeling left out or out of place as they will understand everything by the end. The bit that has got me this excited, that I wrote such a long post reviewing a movie, is the short post-credits scene, which lays out the beginnings of the massively awesome plans that Phase 2 of Marvel's Cinematic Universe have in store for us.
Tom Hiddleston's Loki is tremendous as always with his tongue-in-cheek humor, a third angle view of leadership, and on-screen sorcery. Chris Hemsworth's Thor does what he did best in the previous movies, that is, fly around and smash bigger and stronger enemies with that hammer of his. Most other characters did what was asked of them, and very well at that. Just one small gripe I have is that they have under used Idris Elba as Heimdall. He is a character from Norse Mythology that we have the least information on and more of an enigma. This is where the script and direction could have taken some liberties and given him and his character a bigger role and set up some mythos of their own.
To round off, yes, I am biased towards this movie because I love Marvel comics and already see the direction in which Marvel Cinematic Universe is heading. I was eagerly waiting for this movie, just like I did for Iron Man 3, and boy these movies have not let me down. That being said, anyone who watches this movie need not be a comic book reader, and definitely doesn't need to know the history of the characters or story lines, as this is a standalone movie that does justice to itself by having a well rounded plot and filled out characters. A must watch for any action fan, superhero fanatic, and Thor fan (duh!).
Must watch movie for superhero movie fanatics and Marvel Cinematic Universe junkies. I am both.
My views -
As with every superhero movie everything is over the top, be it the action, the acting, the direction, or the SFX. Imagine a world where right after defeating hordes of demonic herculean enemies with swords and fire, there is a sudden return to peace and little kids start playing and running around amidst the elders cleaning up the massacred dead. Yeah, not gonna happen in any world that has some semblance of realism. But it WILL happen in a superhero movie.
Then talk about destroying every major city on Earth. It was New York in The Avengers, it's London this time. Mass destruction, tall buildings falling in the streets without hurting even one human body, tons of cars flung about carelessly which land safely in the middle of a group of people. Like I said, over the top.Then why the high rating? Because isn't that also the best part of a superhero movie? I dig it. Coming to the movie itself, it's a fun two hour ride with never a moment that strays away from the plot. As many of you might know that this the second movie in Phase 2 of Marvel's big cinematic plans and Phase 1 ended with The Avengers saving the world from Loki. Without dishing out any spoilers the best part about this movie is the way it has stuck to the core story line from the original comics. Movie makers take a lot of liberties while trying to make a comic/book based movie, but not the awesome guys and gals at Marvel Studios. They have done an excellent job. The representation of Asgard, golden, supreme, elegant, and heaven-like is amazing and sticks to what I always imagines Asgard would look like, and better! The wastes of the other worlds where from malevolent evil-doers rose in the past are exhibited with secrecy and minimalism, as if there is a lot more to those places that is hidden, and which is left to the movie-goers' vast imagination to fill with unspeakable horrors and demons. The story reveals all that is essential to the plot yet gives out shout-outs and tidbits for the discerning comic book reader who will recognize the presence, identification, and purpose of the items and characters shown. It is no means a secret wink at the comic fans but essential parts to the overall story and everyone can enjoy the movie without feeling left out or out of place as they will understand everything by the end. The bit that has got me this excited, that I wrote such a long post reviewing a movie, is the short post-credits scene, which lays out the beginnings of the massively awesome plans that Phase 2 of Marvel's Cinematic Universe have in store for us.
Tom Hiddleston's Loki is tremendous as always with his tongue-in-cheek humor, a third angle view of leadership, and on-screen sorcery. Chris Hemsworth's Thor does what he did best in the previous movies, that is, fly around and smash bigger and stronger enemies with that hammer of his. Most other characters did what was asked of them, and very well at that. Just one small gripe I have is that they have under used Idris Elba as Heimdall. He is a character from Norse Mythology that we have the least information on and more of an enigma. This is where the script and direction could have taken some liberties and given him and his character a bigger role and set up some mythos of their own.
To round off, yes, I am biased towards this movie because I love Marvel comics and already see the direction in which Marvel Cinematic Universe is heading. I was eagerly waiting for this movie, just like I did for Iron Man 3, and boy these movies have not let me down. That being said, anyone who watches this movie need not be a comic book reader, and definitely doesn't need to know the history of the characters or story lines, as this is a standalone movie that does justice to itself by having a well rounded plot and filled out characters. A must watch for any action fan, superhero fanatic, and Thor fan (duh!).
rdst_1
Juggernaut
^ I found nothing good in the first Thor movie so please tell me this is definitely better. I am not reading your views because they definitely contain spoilers and I would advise/request you to use the spoiler tags if possible.
P.S. - Read the last para of your post and I am gonna take your word for it that this movie has a good plot and book tickets for next weekend.
Thanks.
P.S. - Read the last para of your post and I am gonna take your word for it that this movie has a good plot and book tickets for next weekend.
Thanks.
^ I found nothing good in the first Thor movie so please tell me this is definitely better. I am not reading your views because they definitely contain spoilers and I would advise/request you to use the spoiler tags if possible.
P.S. - Read the last para of your post and I am gonna take your word for it that this movie has a good plot and book tickets for next weekend.
Please don't assume anything. Also, don't take my word for it as it is just my opinion. Or you may end up cursing me this coming weekend.
If you didn't like the first Thor movie then you probably won't like this one too. Then again not many people liked the first Thor movie either, and I am waiting for their collective jaws to drop. Thor 2 : I give it a 3/10.
My reasons: I maybe biased but I was slightly pissed with all the bad reviews of Krrish with everyone complaining about the lame story etc. So decided to do a "fair" review of Thor 2. Pathetic story with just 1 guy beating everyone with a hammer. I mean common a super advanced race of creatures who can travel between planets in a beam of light who still live in castles and use bow and arrows.
I can go on and on about the stupid story but I will leave it at that.
I found it meaningless just went to see the movie as there were a few other guys with me.
My reasons: I maybe biased but I was slightly pissed with all the bad reviews of Krrish with everyone complaining about the lame story etc. So decided to do a "fair" review of Thor 2. Pathetic story with just 1 guy beating everyone with a hammer. I mean common a super advanced race of creatures who can travel between planets in a beam of light who still live in castles and use bow and arrows.
I can go on and on about the stupid story but I will leave it at that.
I found it meaningless just went to see the movie as there were a few other guys with me.
vigilante
Galvanizer
The movie is quite good with enough action and good performances. Love the way Marvel movies balance the fun part and the story without trying to be'real' and keeping the epic fantasy superhero feel alive. Wasn't expecting anything extraordinary and came satisfied.
Had to read a lot to make sense of the 'Collector'.
You non-believer!
I get where this review is coming from, and I salute you. I haven't yet seen Krrish 3 but it's on top of my watch list ATM. Hopefully this weekend will see another review by me.
Good for you that read up on him when you did as you will understand the groundwork that Marvel Studios is doing for Phase 2. Marvel Studios will gladly explain him and other 'obscure' characters in the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy movie.
I went in with the same mindset as you and came out very happy. The 'realism' can be, and should be, conveniently left out and the movie enjoyed to its core.
To everyone who will b*tch about Thor 2 - It's a superhero movie and a damn good one at that. There WILL be flying around and beating up bad guys, get over it. Don't like it, don't watch it. You want a cinematic experience, go watch Do Bheegha Zameen.
vigilante
Galvanizer
Well, I DO dig the realistic and gritty takes that DC has done with Sups and Bats (I love those movies). But that's all the more reason that I enjoy the 'fantastical' takes of Marvel movies and would want them to continue that way. You come out cheering and feeling good and they have teased you enough to be excited about the next movies. I was surprised to see so many people in the hall waiting after the credits started rolling.
Would be interesting to see how Thanos hint from Avengers comes into picture now that we know 2 of those 6 'things' the collector was talking about.
What about Antman? How much do I need to read about Ultron to prepare for the next Avengers outing?
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kidrow
Herald
Thor 2 - 7/10
For me, the humour was what made the movie paisa vasool, especially the 2nd half. Had it not been for that, I'd have rated this a 4 or 5 probably (or even less).
Though the lengthy review above might give the impression that the movie is for Thor fans, I'm pretty sure even an average moviegoer would enjoy it.
PS: Why are Krish 3 Vfx being judged by "Indian standards". Shouldn't we be using international standards as a yardstick by now?
For me, the humour was what made the movie paisa vasool, especially the 2nd half. Had it not been for that, I'd have rated this a 4 or 5 probably (or even less).
Though the lengthy review above might give the impression that the movie is for Thor fans, I'm pretty sure even an average moviegoer would enjoy it.
PS: Why are Krish 3 Vfx being judged by "Indian standards". Shouldn't we be using international standards as a yardstick by now?
psyph3r
Innovator
Yes why not, let's compare a $16 million movie with ones which have a budget of 200+.
P.S. I'd give Krrish 3 a 6/10, yes it's totally ripped from 20 different movies but they are putting in big money and trying something different instead of producing brainless sex comedies and Rohit shetty inspired garbage.
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kidrow
Herald
1. If you can't do it right, don't attempt it then.
2. Good work can be done, be it any field, even on a limited budget. You just need to be more creative/inventive.
3. Why demand a good story, direction etc. etc. then?
psyph3r
Innovator
1. With that logic we'd still be in the stone ages.
2. Not with Indian vfx, those artists are already paid way less than their counterparts plus the quality is only now becoming bearable.
3. I demanded nothing, i knew what i was getting myself into.
avi
Keymaster