Sunday, July 17, 2011

The Adjustment Bureau (2011)



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Ambitious politician, David Norris (Matt Damon) meets beautiful contemporary ballet dancer, Elise Sellas (Emily Blunt) on the brink of winning a seat in the US Senate. Mysterious forces conspire to keep the two apart.

Sci
fi meets romance. A little different than the usual romcoms, but entertaining nonetheless. Great cast.

Rating: 3.5/5.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Water for Elephants (2011)



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Based on the acclaimed bestseller, a veterinary student, Jacob (Robert Pattinson), abandons his studies after his parents are killed and joins a travelling circus as their vet. He falls in love with Marlena (Reese Witherspoon), a star performer, who is married to the circus owner.

Rating: 2/5.

Saturday, June 18, 2011

No Strings Attached (2011)



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A guy and a girl, whom are longtime friends, end up in bed one morning. They try to keep the relationship strictly physical, but it isn't long before they realise they want something more.

Rating: 2.5/5.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

The Eagle (2011)



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In Roman ruled Britain, a young Roman soldier, Marcus Aquila (Channing Tatum), endeavours to honour his father's memory by finding his lost legion's golden emblem.

I have seen better epics, but this is a story that I would remember. Well done, Channing Tatum.

Rating: 3/5.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

The King's Speech (2010)



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This is the story of King George VI of Britain, his impromptu ascension to the throne and the speech therapist who helped the unsure monarch become worthy of it.

Stellar performance by the cast.
 
Rating: 3.5/5.