SSMR short n sweet movie review 001
Grave Encounters 2 (US 2012)
#Starts of with
an overlong introduction, half an hour setting up the characters in a
horror film should be the limit. The story is mostly ordinary with a few
moments of smart originality but sadly, it leaves no lasting
impression.
#The male lead (
Richard Harmon)
has a memorable, distinctive visage, I expect big things for him; he'd
play a great snobby villain or greek god. Everyone in the cast is
competent, none giving an outstandingly bad performance.
#Although
occaisionally slightly annoying, the "found-footage" style of
film-making has evolved to a principled and skilled genre, this
presentation is a good example, along with V/H/S and the REC series.
#An
interesting, mildly scary horror-flick which has some great moments and
well-done, realistic special effects. Worth a good-quality paid rental.
* - * - * - - - 3.8/5
Skyfall (UK 2012)
#Retains
the practices of the originals with an exotic cast, extraordinary sets
and scenarios. Strong, nuanced characters, the script is smart and
well-written; understated and slick with moments of clean, dry humour.
#Great
framing and cinematography, a beautiful and colourful viewing with
original, clear and awesome action scenes. This movie probably couldn't
have been filmed any better. Its liberal running-time is full of
quality. If you liked The Fall and The Fountain you'll be pleased to see
this; the environments are some of the best and most varied i have seen
in recent memory.
#Performance's are exemplary across the board
and the women, oh the women ;) 007's nemesis, his dark mirror image, is
a creepy dude and is certainly a worthy Bond-villian.
#A brilliant, near flawless experience that feels like a true Bond-film modernized, optimised and innovated.
* - * - * - * - - 4.2/5
