Monster (2003): Great Evil Presentation

I’m not aware of the crimes of Aileen Wuornos at all. This movie is the first thing that I’ve seen narrating her story. It was a sad and thrilling story. I love it especially because it happens in real life. I think that monster reveals the evil that is happening in the real world.

 

First, I would like to give a big hand to Charlize Theron in her performance. I can’t remember any movie of her that I’ve watched. I can say that this one is the most remarkable for me. She did great and she makes me believe in her portrayal. I feel every emotion that she delivers. She is a truly amazing actress.

Let’s go back to the movie. It was so great that it makes me think deep down about the cruelty of life, the materialistic needs of people, and the evil that I can agree present in reality. The movie was able to capture my empathy towards Aileen. Even though she was guilty of the crimes, the movie didn’t make me hate her. After watching it, my sympathy is really for Aileen. I believe that her crimes are the result of the love she have for her girlfriend and the trauma from the incident that almost kills her. In that case, I feel bad for her.

If there is someone that I hate, it was her girlfriend Selby. She is the true evil for me. After all the things Aileen did for her, she ended up putting her on jail. I guess she did that to free herself from the crime. She was selfish and ungrateful.

I can’t say anything bad about the movie. Maybe the only thing that I found missing is the extended ending, the trial of the case. I want to know more about what happens then. But, I still love the movie. I’ll just do some research about the trials.

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The Dreamers (2003): Crazy yet Sensible

I’ve been very busy for a couple of months, but now I’m back! I wonder if someone misses me. Hahaha So, let’s get down to business. When I was a kid, oldies force me to close my eyes whenever there is a daring scene. Even a kissing scene is like rated R then since I’m still young. But now I’m old enough. I can freely watch R-rated movies anytime I want. So, the first in line is the movie The Dreamers.

It is about Mathew (Michael Pitt), a young American who is studying French in Paris during the 1960’s. Aside from his study, he is also fond of the cinema where he met Isabelle (Eva Green) and Theo (Louis Garrel). Their friendship was awkward at first but as the story goes on, they develop a bond that sometimes breaks their sanity.

I’m not really fond of watching drama and romance movies. This one caught my attention for having an NC-17 rating from the US MCAA (if I’m not mistaken). Yes, there are exposed sexual organs and love scenes that for others, may find it unsuitable for children. I believe that the Director was able to present these scenes in the most artistic way possible instead of the usual treatment in pornography.

What I love about the movie is the crazy story. I envy the characters because they have been into real fun. They are drinking wine, smoking, and playing silly games. I also love how the movie was able to instil scenes from ’68 Paris student riots. No matter how the crazy the three characters are, some of their conversations are really sensible. The movie itself is well-crafted and very intelligent.

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The Battery (2012): Super Boring

Like what I usually do, I searched IMDB for movies before getting a copy. When I found the list of zombie movies, I’ve seen The Battery and it has a decent rating. So, I’m thinking that it may be real good. But unfortunately, it was Super Boring.

Among all the zombie movies that I’ve watched, it is the only one that makes me sleep. Honestly speaking, I didn’t bother to watch it full. I fast-forwarded it just to see how it will end. There are no enough thrills that I’m expecting even for a regular zombie movie. It doesn’t have anything to offer I guess.

It was really disappointing. I didn’t suggest it to anyone. It makes me sad, I love zombie movies and they didn’t give enough justice to that. I didn’t know what else I can say. I know you are bored right now, that is more than the boredom that I’ve felt while I’m watching this movie.

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Don Jon (2013): Super Sexy and Entertaining

I often watch movies out of Horror, Thriller and Mystery genre. If I watch a movie out of that genre, then that movie has a really convince me when I watch the trailer. I also read reviews about it. And I can say that Don Jon is super sexy and entertaining.

The plot of the story is fresh but the scenario might be encountered by many gentlemen. I applauded Joseph Gordon-Levitt for writing, producing and directing this movie. I also love that he is the main character because I’m his fan.

The story is about a man who is addicted to watching porn. He also hook up with girls but he didn’t find having sex with them more entertaining than watching porn. Then one night he met a girl that he really loves. However, his addiction still lingers and that leads to their breakup. After the breakup, he began to have an intimate relationship with his classmate that makes him rethink what sex is, and gradually let him out of his porn addiction.

The movie id clever I think and it was fun to watch from start to finish. It doesn’t have any boring scenes and it has steamy scenes that are not too pornographic. I can say that it is an erotic film but it is something that is made with artistic expression. There is nothing foul about the movie and that is why I love it. It was great more than the sequels of American Pie combined (sorry). And it is sexier than a typical porn clips (I’m not sorry about that).

My idol Joseph Gordon-Levitt is really great. After I watch this movie, I idolize him even more. Who would have thought of creating a film with that plot and having Scarlett Johansson as his leading lady? Hahaha Just kidding. But if you are reading this Sir Gordon-Levitt, I want to tell you that job well done! ;)

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Contracted (2013): I’m Excited for Part 2 (I Hope There is)

The poster alone of the Contracted makes me want to watch it. Then there was a review saying that if you watch it, you will definitely think twice before you have sex with a stranger. That statement makes me more curious, so I search for a copy.

The movie was actually great. It meets my expectation and it gives me more than what I am expecting. I love how the main character was drag in a hellish dream. The timeframe was so flawless. First, it will capture your attention then you will be willing to go on and see what happens.

The movie is about a girl, actually a lesbian, who hooked with a stranger after getting drunk at a party. She just woke up at her house with a bad hangover. As she examines her body she noticed something wrong. She thought that it was just an ordinary bruise but she was gradually terrified as the symptoms are becoming worse. She seeks for help but the disease (which is first thought to be sexually transmitted disease) turns out to be something more horrible. Horrible enough that there is no cure, horrible enough that you really don’t know what it is.

I really love the concept and I was amaze by how it was ended. I never expected that the ending will be something like that. And that ending makes me wish so bad that there will be a part 2. I really hope that there is because it was really great. The movie leaves you hanging but never left you unsatisfied of what you have seen. I guess there are only few movies that can do just that. Spoiler alert! It ended up as a zombie movie! :)

But that was the last scene. I’m very curious about what will happen next since I really love zombie movies. To the creators of the contracted, please make a sequel! And make sure that it will be great as well.

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We Are What We Are (2013): Surprisingly Disappointing

It has been weeks since I got a copy of We Are What We Are. So, last night, I decided to watch it because it has been in my files for too long. I remember that I saw the trailer which is somehow good, but the movie is surprisingly… disappointing.

I love the first half of the movie. It leaves questions in my head that I know will be answered at the end. There are great things running in my mind for what the second half will be. But as the clues unravel the truth, it was disappointing that it wasn’t given enough justice.

The plot is good but the presentation didn’t meet my expectation. I’m expecting something more. And I thought that it will be a great movie if Quentin Tarantino directed it. I’m expecting something gorier because of the concept of the movie but that wasn’t met. Something is lacking, not only the gore but the chills a great movie can give its audience.

The twist at the ending was good though. But it wasn’t enough to leave me awake last night. It was an ending that is not frightening enough. The climax was OK and I thought that it would be nice if there are more of those scenes throughout the movie to establish the characters more.

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12 Years a Slave (2013): Classic, Poignant

One of the best movies that I’ve seen is non-other than the 12 Years of Slave. The movie really deserves to won the best picture in Oscar 2014. That is the same reason why I decided to watch it. I was intrigue about how it was able to achieve such great award in the film industry.

I guess I’m not paying that much attention at my history class when I was in high school. Believe it or not, I got shock about how such things happen… the slavery of black people. That concept alone shatters my heart into pieces. They are living a normal life and they will be deceived and enslaved in just a snap.

The movie is real cruel. I guess it is even more painful to watch for our black brothers and I wonder how the white people feel about watching it. For me, as an Asian, my sympathy goes to those who are being slaved and degraded. And this film show me that others life were worse than mine.

This is an exceptional film that will lure you and capture your emotion throughout the film. My emotion as I watch it was mixed. It is like a roller coaster, I was happy at time, but there are more moments when I feel sad.

The actors are great, the story is great (especially because it is based on a true story), and the whole presentation is great as well. This is a movie that is nice to share with your loved ones, family and friends.

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