Sorry for the lack of special last week but you know, life gets in the way. Anyway the rules for this list is simple. I'm counting down my top underrated Halloween movies. To be considered for this list the film must have a rating under 7 on IMdB, be rated "R" in the United States and take place during Halloween or have Halloween themes (monsters, murders, etc.) On to the list!
10. Halloween (2007)
IMDb rating: 6.1
Synopsis: After being committed for 17 years, Michael Myers, now a grown man and still very dangerous, escapes from the mental institution (where he was committed as a 10 year old) and he immediately returns to Haddonfield, where he wants to find his baby sister, Laurie. Anyone who crosses his path is in mortal danger.
Why? Rob Zombie's Halloween remake was remarkable, especially considering how garbage the Halloween franchise has become. Unfortunately for Rob and Michael they made one movie too many when they did a sequel... It was awful. Never watch it.
9. Idle Hands (1999)
IMDb rating: 6.2
Synopsis: A teenage slacker's right hand becomes possessed with murderous intent.
Why? What more is there to say about Idle Hands? It's good campy fun and most of the actors (Seth Green, Jessica Alba, Elden Henson) have gone on to do bigger and better things, Devon Sawa basically was on his downturn at this point but he was still able to kick off the Final Destination series the next year and played Eminem obsessed fan Stan in the music video of the same name but unfortunately when he stopped being a cute kid/teen people stopped caring. Good thing we will always have Idle Hands.
8. Pulse (2006)
IMDb rating: 4.7
Synopsis: When their computer hacker friend accidentally channels a mysterious wireless signal, a group of co-eds rally to stop a terrifying evil from taking over the world.
Why? This was Kristen Bell's first leading role after breaking out as Veronica Mars. It's a pretty bad horror movie but seeing so many character actors I love I can't help but look fondly on it. They even spoofed it in Forgetting Sarah Marshall where Sarah Marshall (also played by Kristen Bell) is hounded for taking a shitty role in a shitty movie that made no sense to seperate herself from her immensely popular TV character.
7. My Bloody Valentine 3D (2009)
IMDb rating: 5.5
Synopsis: Tom returns to his hometown on the tenth anniversary of the Valentine's night massacre that claimed the lives of 22 people. Instead of a homecoming, Tom finds himself suspected of committing the murders, and it seems like his old flame is the only one that believes he's innocent.
Why? I'm not sure why this movie has such a low rating... It's quite excellent but the reality is this film was one of the first non-children movies to be shot in 3D so maybe that's the problem. Either way Jensen Ackles needs more theatrical film roles as this was his last, though I guess he's pretty busy getting paid a buttload of money on Supernatural.
6. 30 Days Of Night (2007)
IMDb rating: 6.6
Synopsis: After an Alaskan town is plunged into darkness for a month, it is attacked by a bloodthirsty gang of vampires.
Why? I'm pretty sure this is the first horror movie I ever seen that I actually enjoyed. Maybe it was because I was finally old enough to appreciate it, or maybe it was Ben Foster's creepy turn as "The Stranger" at the beginning but seeing Josh Hartnett and friends fight a group of vampires in Alaska when it's dark for a month is just awesome.
5. Fright Night (2011)
IMDb rating: 6.4
Synopsis: A teenager suspects that his new neighbor is a vampire.
Why? R.I.P. Anton Yelchin... Charlie Bartlett and Alpha Dog aside this is my favourite Anton Yelchin performance. Colin Farrell plays his enemy quite well as the attractive yet mysterious neighbour that moonlights as a vampire. Throw in some supporting roles for David Tenant and McLovin' himself and this dark comedy can scare you as well as make you laugh.
4. Evil Dead (2013)
IMDb rating: 6.5
Synopsis: Five twenty-something friends become holed up in a remote cabin. When they discover a Book of the Dead, they unwittingly summon up dormant demons living in the nearby woods, which possess the youngsters in succession until only one is left intact to fight for survival.
Why? It's frightening, it's gory, it's all the fun of the original with extra helpings of fake blood and scares. Sure they may have dropped the ball on a Bruce Campbell cameo but it kept everything that was great about the original, modernized it, and then made it better. For whatever reason though some people disliked it allowing it to get on this list. But not only did it get here, it's the highest rated single film.
3. Resident Evil Franchise
IMDb rating: 6.7 (1), 6.2 (2), 6.3 (3), 5.9 (4), 5.4 (5)
Synopsis: 1 - A special military unit fights a powerful, out-of-control supercomputer and hundreds of scientists who have mutated into flesh-eating creatures after a laboratory accident. 2 - Alice awakes in Raccoon City, only to find it has become infested with zombies and monsters. With the help of Jill Valentine and Carlos Olivera, Alice must find a way out of the city before it is destroyed by a nuclear missile. 3 - Survivors of the Raccoon City catastrophe travel across the Nevada desert, hoping to make it to Alaska. Alice joins the caravan and their fight against the evil Umbrella Corp. 4 - While still out to destroy the evil Umbrella Corporation, Alice joins a group of survivors living in a prison surrounded by the infected who also want to relocate to the mysterious but supposedly unharmed safe haven known only as Arcadia. 5 - Alice fights alongside a resistance movement to regain her freedom from an Umbrella Corporation testing facility.
Why? Zombies, bad ass female protagonists, practical effects, great action sequences. What else could you want? Hmmm yeah I guess a coherent plot would be nice but I mean c'mon what do you expect when the most well known director (Paul W.S. Anderson - 1, 4 and 5) is bets known for Death Race and Mortal Kombat outside of the RE films. Beggars can't be choosers folks and Resident Evil, all 5 films have been good solid popcorn flicks that most can get enjoyment from.
2. Scream 2+
IMDb rating: 6.1 (2), 5.5 (3), 6.2 (4)
Synopsis: 2 - Two years after the first series of murders, a new psychopath dons the Ghostface costume and a new string of killings begins. 3 - While Sidney and her friends visit the Hollywood set of Stab 3, the third film based on the Woodsboro murders, a new Ghostface begins to terrorize them once again. 4 - Ten years have passed, and Sidney Prescott, who has put herself back together thanks in part to her writing, is visited by the Ghostface Killer.
Why? The Ghostface killer is back! The success of Scream brought along a sequel which made fun of the sequels in the genre, the third did the same for trilogy films before waiting a decade and doing a reboot as #4 which as you guessed it made fun of reboots. Scream almost takes the top spot but the fall off between 1 and the sequels (except four) were too great compared to our #1 choice.
1. Underworld 2+
IMDb rating: 6.8 (2), 6.6 (3), 6.4 (4)
Synopsis: 2 - Picking up directly from the previous film, vampire warrior Selene and the half werewolf Michael hunt for clues to reveal the history of their races and the war between them. 3 - An origins story centered on the centuries-old feud between the race of aristocratic vampires and their onetime slaves, the Lycans. 4 - When human forces discover the existence of the Vampire and Lycan clans, a war to eradicate both species commences. The vampire warrior Selene leads the battle against humankind.
Why? Kate Beckinsale is awesome as Selene kicks ass in the name of vengeance, love and whatever else she sees fit. As a death dealer with a host of problems she always solved them by chewing bubblegum and causing pain... and she's fresh out of gum. Although the first didn't make the cut with a 7 rating on IMDb the others are almost as entertaining and deserving of the number one spot on this list.
Sunday 30 October 2016
Top 10 Countdown: October 29, 2016
10. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 5.
9. A Day To Remember - Naivety
Last week: NEW!
8. Taking Back Sunday - You Can't Look Back
Last week: 9.
7. Sum 41 - War
Last week: 8.
6. Against The Current - Young And Relentless
Last week: 7.
5. Hedley - Can't Slow Down
Last week: 6.
4. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 1.
3. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: 4.
2. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 2.
1. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 3.
Last week: 5.
9. A Day To Remember - Naivety
Last week: NEW!
8. Taking Back Sunday - You Can't Look Back
Last week: 9.
7. Sum 41 - War
Last week: 8.
6. Against The Current - Young And Relentless
Last week: 7.
5. Hedley - Can't Slow Down
Last week: 6.
4. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 1.
3. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: 4.
2. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 2.
1. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 3.
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Sunday 23 October 2016
Top 10 Countdown: October 22, 2016
10. All Time Low - Take Cover
Last week: NEW!
9. Taking Back Sunday - You Can't Look Back
Last week: NEW!
8. Sum 41 - War
Last week: NEW!
7. Against The Current - Young And Relentless
Last week: 8.
6. Hedley - Can't Slow Down
Last week: NEW!
5. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 5.
4. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: 4.
3. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 3.
2. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 2.
1. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 1.
Last week: NEW!
9. Taking Back Sunday - You Can't Look Back
Last week: NEW!
8. Sum 41 - War
Last week: NEW!
7. Against The Current - Young And Relentless
Last week: 8.
6. Hedley - Can't Slow Down
Last week: NEW!
5. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 5.
4. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: 4.
3. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 3.
2. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 2.
1. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 1.
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Special: Halloween ComicFest 2016!
Here's the ranking for the comics this year which you can pick up at your local participating comic book store.
19. Adventures of the Aspen Universe
Fathom’s Ernie the Seahorse has gone missing in the neighborhood, and it’s up to the Aspen Universe’s finest heroes to band together and rescue him — along with readers everywhere! Aspen Comics’ is excited to once again offer fans and readers a unique comic and coloring book package that includes a crafted, full-length story geared for kids to color, plus added puzzles, mazes and other fun-filled activities for children and readers of all ages!
18. Wraithborn
He was trained from birth to inherit a mythical power. She is the timid teenage girl to whom it was bestowed instead. Together only they can stop an ancient evil from rising and enslaving all of humankind! This exciting Halloween Comic Fest edition introduces new readers to this epic urban fantasy series from the creator of Lady Mechanika!
Full-Sized Comics:
19. Adventures of the Aspen Universe
Fathom’s Ernie the Seahorse has gone missing in the neighborhood, and it’s up to the Aspen Universe’s finest heroes to band together and rescue him — along with readers everywhere! Aspen Comics’ is excited to once again offer fans and readers a unique comic and coloring book package that includes a crafted, full-length story geared for kids to color, plus added puzzles, mazes and other fun-filled activities for children and readers of all ages!
18. Wraithborn
He was trained from birth to inherit a mythical power. She is the timid teenage girl to whom it was bestowed instead. Together only they can stop an ancient evil from rising and enslaving all of humankind! This exciting Halloween Comic Fest edition introduces new readers to this epic urban fantasy series from the creator of Lady Mechanika!
17. Zombie Tramp vs Dollfaced Witch Hunter
Get a glimpse of an all-new character set in the Zombie Tramp universe! What happens when a witch-hunter’s soul from 17th century Salem, MA gets infused into a life-sized, ball-jointed, 3D printed, sex-bot in the present day? Get set for this quirky adventure full of M.I.T. nerds, Necronomicons, sadistic witches, cute sidekick ghosts, and one bad-ass witch-hunting, Gothic Lolita! Jump right in with this HCF sneak-peak of the regular series!
16. Kitaro
A mysterious model airplane arrives at Kitaro’s house and he can’t resist taking it for a spin, but when it strands him on a desert island, he begins to suspect that someone intentionally trapped him there. Suspecting foul play, Nezumi Otoko investigates a similar crash-landing in the forest, only to discover the true yokai mastermind behind the kidnappings. This comic adventure is the perfect introduction to Shigeru Mizuki’s most popular series, complete with a pull-out poster and fun activities
15. My Little Pony The Haunted Dungeon
Strange things are afoot in the Crystal Empire so Shining Armor calls in his sister Twilight to help find the source of the mysterious occurrences. When the trail leads to King Sombra’s dungeon, will the siblings find the culprit — or their doom?
14. The Three Stooges Halloween Hullaballoo #1
Woob! Woob! Woob! Moe, Larry, and Curly, The Three Stooges, have been making us laugh for nearly a century, and their timeless comedy escapades are back with brand new tales told by creators paying homage to their incredible legacy! The Three Stooges Halloween Hullaballoo is the best way to ward off those spooky spirits and creepy crawlers with a family fun issue chock-full of Stoogey goodness! We’re cramming new comics, classic reprints, and silly special content into this issue!
DC Super Hero Girls is an exciting new universe of superhero storytelling that builds character and confidence and empowers girls to discover their true potential. This special Halloween Comic Fest issue features two exciting, action-packed stories from the upcoming original graphic novel, DC Super Hero Girls: Hits and Myths, that readers of all ages will enjoy. Don’t miss this chance to meet the students as they find out that fun, friendship and hard work are all part of growing up!
12. Action Lab Presents
Marinette is a typical Paris teenager with a school crush, dreams of fashion design, and a big problem with being totally awkward! She also happens to be the magical crime-fighting superhero, Ladybug! When a villain arrives using mind powers to turn people bad, Ladybug teams up with fellow hero Cat Noir… who is secretly her high school crush, Adrien. Will Ladybug and Cat Noir be able to balance their double lives and keep Paris safe? Will they ever discover each other’s true identities?
11. Junji Ito Tomie
Tomie Kawakami is a femme fatale with long black hair and a beauty mark just under her left eye. She can seduce nearly any man, and drive them to murder as well, even though the victim is often Tomie herself. While one lover seeks to keep her for himself, another grows terrified of the immortal succubus. But soon they realize no matter how many times they kill her, the world will never be free of Tomie.
10. Darth Vader Doctor Aphra #1
When a Dark Lord needs help, who can he turn to? Meet Aphra, the galaxy’s foremost raider of lost weaponry! Plus: could these be the deadly droids she’s looking for?
9. Scooby Apocalypse Hanna-Barbera Sampler
Get a sneak peek at Scooby Apocalypse, Future Quest, Wacky Raceland and The Flintstones with this amazing preview book! See what happens when Scooby-Doo and the Hanna-Barbera properties you know and love are paired with the best creators in comics, taking them to fresh and unexpected places that will appeal to old and new fans alike. Expect fun, innovative twists and stories injected with current sensibilities, that are sure to excite fans of any age!
Welcome, foolish mortals, to the Haunted Mansion! It seems that no one lives in the elegant mansion on the hill…but then where’s that creepy organ music coming from? Are the iron gates meant to keep people out…or some things in? Get ready to meet the 999 ghosts of the Haunted Mansion… but be warned, they’re looking for the 1000th!
7. Black Eyed Kids #1
When night falls on a sleepy midwestern town, an ancient unimaginable horror creeps violently and purposely through the night. That’s when the children come out to play; Children with eyes of solid back, devoid of emotion and remorse, and only asking for one thing… to come inside. But there are some who will not go quietly into the night. Some who will fight back to save their souls, and those of their children. This is their story.
6. Spidey #1
Think you know everything about Peter Parker’s early days? Think again. It’s action, adventure and a rip-roaring romp in classic Marvel style as Spidey swings onto shelves this winter! Featuring adventures from throughout the web-slinging wonder’s younger years, it’s a return to the days of overdue homework, not knowing how to talk to girls (or anybody, really) and just a plenty of danger. Witness some of Spidey’s earliest tangles with the likes of Doc Ock, Sandman, and a host of other unexpected foes.
5. Quilte #1
A horrifying new one-shot from the creative team — and taking place in the universe of — And Then Emily Was Gone! Dr. Karla Quite is a revered psychologist who uses her unique psychic gifts to treat patients afflicted with recurring nightmares. But when tasked with helping troubled young Adam Whitlock, her journey into his mind leaves her facing forces far more malevolent than bad dreams!
4. Unbeatable Squirrel Girl You Choose Story #1
This special issue, called “Be the Unbeatable Squirrel Girl,” puts you in control of The Most Powerful Character in the Marvel Universe. Will you fight crime and save the day? Or will you be a complete jerk and use her powers to tell everyone off? The choices are all yours… including your battle with Swarm, a bad guy made out of bees!
3. Evil Dead 2 Beyond Dead By Dawn #1
The Dark One returns with a goal of infecting the entire planet and raising the dead, as Dark Ones do. It’s up to Ash and Annie as they kick it up a notch in the French Quarter looking for an old Voodoo Priestess. But will she help Ash and Annie or make their problems worse? Gimme some dead sugar, baby! Don’t miss what happens in this penultimate issue in the trilogy of mini-series!
2. Harrow County #1
Emmy always knew that the deep, dark woods surrounding her home crawled with ghosts, goblins, and zombies. But on the eve of her eighteenth birthday, she learns that she is connected to these creatures — and to the land itself — in a way she never imagined. Don’t miss this first issue of smash hit from Cullen Bunn and Tyler Crook! Features an all-new cover by Tyler Crook!
1. Afterlife With Archie Season Two
Kick off Halloween with the smash-horror hit! It’s been weeks since Archie and his friends left Riverdale. Now they wander the deserted highways of America, one step ahead of the relentless zombie horde. When they decide to set down roots to observe their first post-apocalypse Thanksgiving, Mr. Lodge leads a team into the forests of Pennsylvania to find dinner… but the hunters soon become the hunted, and not all of the gang will make it out of the woods alive!
Mini-Comics:
13. Little Tails Halloween
Chipper and Squizzo are a precocious puppy and squirrel who love to explore new and exciting environments, flying their cardboard box airplane to wondrous worlds full of fascinating animals and creatures. In this special Halloween mini-comic, the two will head off into the woods for a spooky Trick-or-Treating adventure through nature, encountering creepy animals of all kinds along the way! Also includes pages of fun puzzles, activities, and brain-teasers!
12. Archie’s Madhouse
It’s a Maaaaadhouse! Archie is proud to present an assortment of shenanigans from Archie’s Madhouse, a series of wild and wacky tales that are sure to leave you laughing and going crazy for more!
11. Johnny Boo
Johnny Boo and his friends celebrate Halloween by doing skateboard tricks in the pumpkin patch. But did you know that giant tigers love Halloween just as much as little ghosts do? It’s because they’re orange, like pumpkins. Watch out for tigers, Johnny Boo!
The Pokémon of the Kalos region have all gathered in this hilarious collection starring Fennekin, Froakie, Chespin, the rest of the new X & Y Pokémon, Mega-Evolved Pokémon, and more! Quiz yourself and your friends on Pokémon vital statistics, Abilities, moves, types, Mega Evolution and more! Who will be the next Pokémon quiz champion?
9. Mummy’s Always Right
For the kiddies, we have a Mummy’s Always Right #1/2 Mini-Comic written and drawn by Joe Mulvey and colored by Jules Rivera, featuring a The Walking Dead inspired homage cover. Enter the world of Creature Cove and meet GAWS, a mischievous little mummy who can’t decide what to be for Halloween. This mini-comic from writer/artist Joe Mulvey is perfect for comic book, horror, and pop-culture fans of all ages. If you’re looking for your own little monster’s new favorite book, you’ve found it!
Grunhilda the Witch has a weakness, a tiny soft spot on her black and crusty heart. She continues to hide the nice feelings she has when she gets a letter from former Salem Elementary student Madison. But she can’t keep up the ruse for long because her familiars are onto her — and so are her ancestors! Anything that can go wrong does when Madison accidentally mixes up a positivity potion — and it starts to affect everyone in town.
7. Carpenter Travellers Tale
Happy Halloween from Storm King Productions. No tricks, just a Halloween treat written by the Horror Master himself! Writer/Director/Composer John Carpenter brings you a short horror story that’s not short on scares from his upcoming sequel to the award-winning yearly horror anthology series Tales for a Halloween Night Volume 2.
6. Zombie Camp
Survival is tough after the apocalypse, even when you’re undead! Fortunately, the kids of Zombie Camp get to learn all the best shambling, brain-eating, and death-moaning techniques. Join Johnny, Stump, Violet, Gutsy, and the rest of the gang for the summer of their un-lives!
5. BooooOOOoom Box Halloween
It’s time to get your scare on for Halloween with this selection of spooky tales taken from several of our BOOM! Box titles, including Lumberjanes, Giant Days, and The Backstagers, perfect for any trick-or-treater!
4. Peach & Isle of Monsters
Meet Peach. How did she get her name? What’s her secret? What have the monsters taken from her village? Seeking independence, and prove she’s a warrior, Peach begins her quest to save her village from the Monsters from Monster Isle… and meets some interesting people along the way! Action! Adventure! It’s all here! Written by Franco (Itty Bitty Hellboy and Tiny Titans) and drawn by Agnes Garbowska (My Little Pony).
3. Tim Burton NBX Manga
Manga publishing pioneer Tokyopop brings this sampler mini-comic of the official manga adaptation of Tim Burton’s Holiday classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas, to Halloween Comic Fest 2016, featuring all of your favorite characters, as drawn by Jun Asuka (The Girl Who Leapt, Disney Fairies)!
2. Grumpy Cat Halloween
It's Halloween night, and children delightfully roam the streets, adorned in colorful costumes... but Grumpy Cat is unimpressed! While her brother Pokey celebrates All Hallow's Eve with his usual wide-eyed wonder, Grumpy Cat is such a grouch that she even puts the ghosts, ghouls, and goblins to shame! You'll laugh out loud with the antics of the two most adorable kitties in comics in this very special Halloween mini-comic!
1. Mickeys Inferno
Imagine if you will, a satirical retelling of Dante Aligheri’s Inferno starring Mickey Mouse. This is the very first of the world-famouse, err, famous Great Parodies featuring classic Disney stars in outrageous spoofs of the world’s greatest stories.
Saturday 15 October 2016
Top 10 Countdown: October 15, 2016
10. A Day To Remember - Bullfight
Last week: NEW!
9. Yellowcard - The Hurt Is Gone
Last week: NEW!
8. Against The Current - Young And Relentless
Last week: 9.
7. Set It Off - Something New
Last week: 5.
6. Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! - Set It Straight
Last week: 2.
5. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 8.
4. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: 7.
3. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 4.
2. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 3.
1. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 1.
Last week: NEW!
9. Yellowcard - The Hurt Is Gone
Last week: NEW!
8. Against The Current - Young And Relentless
Last week: 9.
7. Set It Off - Something New
Last week: 5.
6. Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! - Set It Straight
Last week: 2.
5. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 8.
4. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: 7.
3. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 4.
2. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 3.
1. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 1.
Saturday 8 October 2016
Top 10 Countdown: October 8, 2016
10. The Maine - Another Night On Mars
Last week: NEW!
9. Against The Current - Young & Relentless
Last week: NEW!
8. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 9.
7. Broadside - The Simply Type
Last week: 8.
6. Rarity - Inhale
Last week: 6.
5. Set It Off - Something New
Last week: 3.
4. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 5.
3. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 4.
2. Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! - Set It Straight
Last week: 1.
1. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December
Last week: 2.
Last week: NEW!
9. Against The Current - Young & Relentless
Last week: NEW!
8. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 9.
7. Broadside - The Simply Type
Last week: 8.
6. Rarity - Inhale
Last week: 6.
5. Set It Off - Something New
Last week: 3.
4. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 5.
3. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 4.
2. Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! - Set It Straight
Last week: 1.
1. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December
Last week: 2.
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Sunday 2 October 2016
Special: The Magnificent Seven/Kubo And The Two Strings/The Boy Mini-Reviews
The Magnificent Seven
Synopsis: With the town of Rose Creek under the deadly control of industrialist Bartholomew Bogue (Peter Sarsgaard), the desperate townspeople, led by Emma Cullen (Haley Bennett), employ protection from seven outlaws, bounty hunters, gamblers and hired guns - Sam Chisolm (Denzel Washington), Josh Farraday (Chris Pratt), Goodnight Robicheaux (Ethan Hawke), Jack Horne (Vincent D'Onofrio), Billy Rocks (Byung-Hun Lee), Vasquez (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), and Red Harvest (Martin Sensmeier). As they prepare the town for the violent showdown that they know is coming, these seven mercenaries find themselves fighting for more than money.
My thoughts: This was just a great fun, ride. The cast was strong and worked well together as everyone knew their part to play and played it extremely well. I can't really think of a bad part of this movie, the score was tight. Cinematography was beautiful. Writing was strong. Direction was stronger... Yeah. Final verdict time!
Final verdict: 5 bears wearing human clothes out of 5.
Kubo And The Two Strings
Synopsis: Kubo and the Two Strings is an epic action-adventure set in a fantastical Japan from acclaimed animation studio LAIKA. Clever, kindhearted Kubo (voiced by Art Parkinson of "Game of Thrones") ekes out a humble living, telling stories to the people of his seaside town. But his relatively quiet existence is shattered when he accidentally summons a spirit from his past which storms down from the heavens to enforce an age-old vendetta. Now on the run, Kubo joins forces with Monkey (Academy Award winner Charlize Theron) and Beetle (Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey), and sets out on a thrilling quest to save his family and solve the mystery of his fallen father, the greatest samurai warrior the world has ever known. With the help of his shamisen - a magical musical instrument - Kubo must battle gods and monsters, including the vengeful Moon King (Academy Award nominee Ralph Fiennes) and the evil twin Sisters (Academy Award nominee Rooney Mara), to unlock the secret of his legacy, reunite his family, and fulfill his heroic destiny.
My thoughts: Want to see a great fantasy movie? Go see Kubo. Want to see a great animated flick suitable for kids but fun for adults? Go see Kubo. Want to see a film that bring you joy, sadness and scares all within the first 20 minutes? Go see Kubo. Kubo makes you feel every range of emotion possible and even better it excels on all fronts... Go see Kubo.
Final verdict: 5 origami figures out of 5.
The Boy
Synopsis: The Boy is a frightening thrill ride directed by William Brent Bell (The Devil Inside) starring Lauren Cohan ("The Walking Dead"). Greta (Cohan) is a young American woman who takes a job as a nanny in a remote English village, only to discover that the family's 8-year-old is a life-sized doll that the parents care for just like a real boy, as a way to cope with the death of their actual son 20 years prior. After violating a list of strict rules, a series of disturbing and inexplicable events bring Greta's worst nightmare to life, leading her to believe that the doll is actually alive.
My thoughts: As far as early year horrors go, this wasn't as bad as I thought it'd be. The acting was surprisingly strong as was the pacing, but in an effort to make us think it forgot to scare us, a part from a couple jump scares here and there which really holds the film back.
Final verdict: 3 January released horror flicks out of 5.
Synopsis: With the town of Rose Creek under the deadly control of industrialist Bartholomew Bogue (Peter Sarsgaard), the desperate townspeople, led by Emma Cullen (Haley Bennett), employ protection from seven outlaws, bounty hunters, gamblers and hired guns - Sam Chisolm (Denzel Washington), Josh Farraday (Chris Pratt), Goodnight Robicheaux (Ethan Hawke), Jack Horne (Vincent D'Onofrio), Billy Rocks (Byung-Hun Lee), Vasquez (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), and Red Harvest (Martin Sensmeier). As they prepare the town for the violent showdown that they know is coming, these seven mercenaries find themselves fighting for more than money.
My thoughts: This was just a great fun, ride. The cast was strong and worked well together as everyone knew their part to play and played it extremely well. I can't really think of a bad part of this movie, the score was tight. Cinematography was beautiful. Writing was strong. Direction was stronger... Yeah. Final verdict time!
Final verdict: 5 bears wearing human clothes out of 5.
Kubo And The Two Strings
Synopsis: Kubo and the Two Strings is an epic action-adventure set in a fantastical Japan from acclaimed animation studio LAIKA. Clever, kindhearted Kubo (voiced by Art Parkinson of "Game of Thrones") ekes out a humble living, telling stories to the people of his seaside town. But his relatively quiet existence is shattered when he accidentally summons a spirit from his past which storms down from the heavens to enforce an age-old vendetta. Now on the run, Kubo joins forces with Monkey (Academy Award winner Charlize Theron) and Beetle (Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey), and sets out on a thrilling quest to save his family and solve the mystery of his fallen father, the greatest samurai warrior the world has ever known. With the help of his shamisen - a magical musical instrument - Kubo must battle gods and monsters, including the vengeful Moon King (Academy Award nominee Ralph Fiennes) and the evil twin Sisters (Academy Award nominee Rooney Mara), to unlock the secret of his legacy, reunite his family, and fulfill his heroic destiny.
My thoughts: Want to see a great fantasy movie? Go see Kubo. Want to see a great animated flick suitable for kids but fun for adults? Go see Kubo. Want to see a film that bring you joy, sadness and scares all within the first 20 minutes? Go see Kubo. Kubo makes you feel every range of emotion possible and even better it excels on all fronts... Go see Kubo.
Final verdict: 5 origami figures out of 5.
The Boy
Synopsis: The Boy is a frightening thrill ride directed by William Brent Bell (The Devil Inside) starring Lauren Cohan ("The Walking Dead"). Greta (Cohan) is a young American woman who takes a job as a nanny in a remote English village, only to discover that the family's 8-year-old is a life-sized doll that the parents care for just like a real boy, as a way to cope with the death of their actual son 20 years prior. After violating a list of strict rules, a series of disturbing and inexplicable events bring Greta's worst nightmare to life, leading her to believe that the doll is actually alive.
My thoughts: As far as early year horrors go, this wasn't as bad as I thought it'd be. The acting was surprisingly strong as was the pacing, but in an effort to make us think it forgot to scare us, a part from a couple jump scares here and there which really holds the film back.
Final verdict: 3 January released horror flicks out of 5.
Saturday 1 October 2016
Top 10 Countdown: October 1, 2016
10. Bayside - I've Been Dead All Day
Last week: NEW!
9. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 10.
8. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: NEW!
7. Yellowcard - Rest In Piece
Last week: 2.
6. Rarity - Inhale
Last week: 8.
5. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 7.
4. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 5.
3. Set It Off - Something New
Last week: 1.
2. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 4.
1. Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! - Set It Straight
Last week: 3.
Last week: NEW!
9. Silverstein - Toronto (Unabridged)
Last week: 10.
8. Broadside - The Simple Type
Last week: NEW!
7. Yellowcard - Rest In Piece
Last week: 2.
6. Rarity - Inhale
Last week: 8.
5. Pierce The Veil - Circles
Last week: 7.
4. With Confidence - Voldemort
Last week: 5.
3. Set It Off - Something New
Last week: 1.
2. Neck Deep Ft. Mark Hoppus (blink-182) - December (Again)
Last week: 4.
1. Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! - Set It Straight
Last week: 3.
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