Movie Review Of Paul

Paul follows the tale of two British comic-book nerds (Graeme and Clive) who are on the trip of a lifetime when they finally visit the U.S. and Comic-Con. After the convention, they seek to further appease the sci-fi geek in themselves as they take a road trip across the country intending to hit all of the UFO landmarks....including Area 51. It isn't far from Area 51 that these two everyday geeks have their lives changed forever. Out in the middle of the desert, driving along in their RV, the two witness a car crash. Pulling over to see if they can be of any help, the two come across a sight that would surely provide a nerd-gasm to any hardcore sci-fi geek. Or in the case of Clive (Frost) cause him to faint and piss himself. There standing next to the wreckage is quirky alien Paul.

After the shock wears off and introductions are made, Paul convinces Graeme (Pegg) to help him out and aid him in fleeing from his captors so that he may return home once again. Paul, upon serving his purpose to the government, had been set to be terminated at Area 51 before he escaped his prison and fled for his life. It was then he ran into the comic book nerds as if by fate. With Paul and Graeme loading up the still unconscious Clive, so begins this quirky road trip, as the trio must evade agents and overcome obstacles to get their newfound friend Paul back where he belongs.

While it's been proven the Pegg and Frost work well together, I initially wondered how well Seth Rogen (the voice of Paul) would fit in. Let me assure you, the chemistry is unharmed and Rogen fits it plenty well enough. With his rude manners and quips, Paul is something of a lovable little pot-smoking, crude, excessively-cussing alien. Think of him like E.T. but for your younger adult crowd. He provides plenty of laughter throughout the movie along with Pegg and Frost. The back and forth between the three provide plenty of funny moments that make this an entertaining adventure.

Pegg and Frost, already self-confirmed sci-fi nerds, essentially just play nerdier versions of themselves and do so well. As I mentioned, the chemistry between these two is undeniable and they provide some good laughs yet again. Combine this trio with some funny supporting cast members and cameos (Kristen Wiig, Jason Bateman, Jane Lynch, Bill Hader and David Koechner), you'll have plenty of moments that will keep you laughing.

At the core of it all, too, is a heart-felt movie about compassion and one's journey home or to finding themself. Couple this with the humor and this movie is sure to put a smile on your face. With plenty of inside jokes and references that will appeal to sci-fi geeks, this has a little bit of everything for just about anyone. Of course, don't bring the kids as this is the adult version of E.T., thus it is much more crude and has adult situations in it.

All is not grand with the movie though. I can't heap endless praise on it and imply there is no fault. The first thing being: Edgar Wright is indeed missed in this third outing from Pegg/Frost. While still funny and enjoyable, the movie definitely lacks something that their previous two outings did. My guess is the writing and direction of Edgar Wright. Some of that charm is definitely missing. While still entertaining indeed, Paul loses a touch of that magic and humor thatShaun and Hot Fuzz had. This makes the movie feel a bit flat in places. A somewhat bland version of Men In Black meets E.T.. As I mentioned, there are plenty of funny moments, but plenty also fall in the category of just amusing and worth a chuckle rather than laugh-out-loud type moments. The story itself is rather cliche and unimaginative as well. This "blandness" causes things to droll on to a slight degree at moments. Though the characters are likable and the cast soon patch things over with their comedic content to keep things rolling along.

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New Version of Robin Hood Comes to DVD

The adventure story of Robin Hood has been told and retold in quite a few Hollywood movies over the last 80 years. There have been over 30 Hollywood variations of his tale, including some comedic ones. The most recent big-budget take, Kevin Reynolds' horrific blockbuster Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (with a miscast Kevin Costner) was released 19 years ago. In the summer of 2010, Russell Crowe and the director from his Gladiator movie, Ridley Scott, presented a 2010 version of Robin Hood. Are we not entertained? Any resemblance to the Oscar-winning Gladiator is purely not coincidental. Scott and Crowe, who also worked jointly on American Gangster, Body of Lies and A Good Year, are determined on setting their origin story in the context of history. Not the simplest task, taking into consideration the stories of Robin Hood are mainly fictional than fact.

However, in avoiding gimmickry, Scott and company have overlooked the greater gimmick at the core of this folktale: the ease and humor that's as vital a part of Robin's fight against the crown as his arrows. Robin was a primitive superhero. This film sprawls its non-stop action for 140 minutes, playing up the battles, the flaming arrows, the clashing swords, the battering rams and the burning pitch to the maximus. In that respect, of the new movies out on dvd, this film is worth a watch. You certainly will not experience that in other new movies out on dvd.

Godfrey and Robin eventually become foes and Godfrey's assault against Nottingham, where Robin is convinced to disguised as the returned knight Robert of Loxley to keep the taxman from knocking at the door. Old Sir Walter Loxley (Max Von Sydow, humorous, frail, and moving) thinks this is a wonderful idea, but the actual Robert's widow, Marion (Cate Blanchett), is horrified. But like all prior Robin Hood films, the love between Marion and Robin grows, slowly at first, then hotly.

In addition to Robin and "Maid" Marion, we meet Friar Tuck (Mark Addy), a bee-keeping priest who cares more about equality on Earth than being compensated in the afterlife; Robin's partners-in-arms from King Richard's Crusade, Little John (Kevin Durand) and Will Scarlet (Scott Grimes); and numerous other "Merry Men." The traditional Robin Hood villain, the Sheriff of Nottingham (Matthew Macfadyen), is present, but his part is small and he's presented as silly and ineffectual.

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No Strings Attached : New 2011 Movie Review

The experts have more or less come up with their list of names that will make it and that which will not. Amidst this we have Natalie Portman tipped among the leading ladies to win the most prestigious golden statue for her terribly brilliant performance in Darren Aronofsky's Black Swan. So much for the premise, now is it effective enough? Well, both Portman and Kutcher have that tendency to make us feel adorable about them and the fact that they look extremely cute only ads more to it. In fact if the movie works in parts it is due to the pleasant on screen presence of the duo. There are moments where you have a rather amusing smile on your face, at other times its plain sex with no strings attached.

But just before all that comes this No Strings Attached in which she stars opposite Ashton Kutcher. This is an apparently R rated romantic comedy directed by Ivan Reitman who is famed for his Ghostbusters films and apart from that, being the father of prolific film maker Jason Reitman. Talking of the premise, the story is about a boy Adam (who grows up to be Kutcher) and a girl Emma (who becomes the beautiful Natalie). Both see each other for the first time when they are all of six years old. Nothing much here though for they don't become childhood sweethearts immediately.

They grow up and have professional careers of their own. He is a TV producer and has a beautiful girlfriend Vanessa (Ophelia Lovibond). She is a medical student. As fate would have it (written by Elizabeth Meriwether) he breaks up with Venessa who has opted for Adam's father in turn. Adam is depressed and in search of happiness finds himself naked in a cushioned bed. Incidentally, that bed belongs to Emma and this is Emma's house. Everything is set and what follows from here on is a series of casual sex between the two. They still want to be friends and still have their session of plain casual sex.

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Best Movies To Catch In 2011

If you're a movie fanatic, then brace yourself. If you thought 2010 was a good year, then just know that 2011 will be an unforgettable year. As 2010 was coming to a close, directors, script writers and producers working around the clock to unite the cast and storyline that will make this year go down as one year of memorable records with respect to quality movies.

Cowboys and Aliens

Anything that stars Daniel Craig is expected to be a big hit. But, when in combination with Harrison Ford, Sam Rockwell and Olivia Wilde you can expect nothing less than a block buster. When a man suddenly finds himself in ancient civilizations, namely in the 1800s confronted with the alien hell bent 'to take over the world and all he is a group of cowboys with inferior weapons, and the rest is for you to find out when the movie was released some- sometimes in July. Cowboys and Aliens will definitely keep you glued to the screen from beginning to end.

Girl With The Dragon Tattoo

If you just think it could not be better, Daniel Craig pulled another one right under your feet. Girl with the dragon tattoo star Daniel Craig, Robin Wright, Rooney Mara, and Christopher Plummer. The film is an adaptation of the award-winning crime novel written by a Swedish journalist. If you like the tension that comes with rape, murder and intrigue, then this is a must watch movie.

Battle: Los Angels

If you have watched Black Hawk Down and Independence Day, then Battle: Los Angeles is a combination of the two. The storyline revolves around a mysterious place in Los Angeles when a UFO was seen and removed the war. To enjoy the movie, you have to watch from beginning to end.

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British Movie Tours For The Best Holiday

This new trend is largely a result of major movie titles were released by British cinematography, or the movie based on the British theme. Here are the best schedule based on the UK film title that you can embed in your program. Although this is not a favorite holiday destination of tourists who visit London, it seems like the British film tour is included in more and more tourists travel. London has more than 65 famous film locations, including Opus Dei and apartments Bridget Jones'. However, there are also many other places to visit. Movie tours take some English may be a good idea that will make your vacation more interesting. Select your favorite places and movies, make sure that all your family happy with the selection and do not forget your camera.

A visit to the set of Harry Potter is mandatory. In addition, the location is also a good method to find out interesting facts about British history. We are talking about the old palaces, villas impressive and wonderful sightseeing. Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and 9 3 / 4 Platform is included, and you can enter service magic for a short time. Enchantment of the English countryside famous throughout the world. In addition, some houses are connected with some great romantic films, including Jones' Diary and Bridget's black comedy Four Weddings and A Funeral. Live the unique experience of shooting some great movies, acting like a real cinema ad star ready to impress your friends with your new photo collection.

Since most of the James Bond movie has some scenes of the film in London, this tour is probably the most impressive. You will visit several major casinos, home safe and Scrublands. However, there are also some other sites you might like. Take a day off for this one, because you definitely want to stay for a while to take some great pictures. Hugh Grant is a legend of British cinematography. His movie Notting Hill with Julia Roberts remains one of the best romantic movies ever. Several new films can also be included in your tour: Atonement is the latest British pride, and the Tallis house can be visited.

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Enjoy And Catch Best Movie In 2011

Everyone has their own perception of what are some of the best movies of all time. This depends on the genre and ranking at the box office. Sometimes, the movie could not have made the top ten box office but still remains as one of the best of all times. So what is the list of best movies list? No matter if it was released in 2011 or 2010 or 1999 or 2000.Setiap year comes with its own list of movies, some go down the history books as the best that ever came out of Hollywood.

How to Train Your Dragon
Genre: Animation / Adventure / Fantasy
Directors: Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders.
Cast: Jay Bruchel, Gerard Butler, Jonah Hill and America Ferrera
This is a funny movie that set up the legendary Viking world and the Dragon. The storyline has been developed from the book by Cressida Cowell. The plot revolves around a young Viking boy who goes by the name of Hiccup and located on the island of Berk. On this island, fighting a dragon is the norm. Dig too deep into the plot would ruin the whole reason to have you watch the movie.

Toy Story 3
At first, I thought this was one of those films childish. However, after a review found it to be something that can be watched by all. After the owner of the toy, the other kids treat Andy left home for college, toys brought to day care facility without a place to shock their greetings.

The Wolf Man
Genre: Thriller / Horror / Fantasy
Director: Joe Johnston
Cast: Benicio del Toro, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Blunt, Hugo Weaving and Geraldine Chaplin. The story revolving werewolf myth never stop amaze many people in America this film is an epic of the mysterious werewolf. After returning to his ancestral home, a man bitten by a werewolf who happened to his father and must accept his fate.

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Best Horror Movies of 2011

Between 1348 and 1350, world population reduced by more than 100 million expected. It is also the worst pandemics that have occurred in mankind. As the epidemic continues to rage, many people lost faith in the church. Then, the rumor in the marsh land that tells a beautiful place where the outbreak could not be reached, led by a necromancer. As a result, Ulric and his crew sent to investigate with the guidance of a novice monk. This film will be released on March 11, 2011.

The first is the Season of the Witch, mainly starring Nicolas Cage and Ron Perlman. In the film, they were knights returned to their homeland only to find it destroyed by the Black Plague. As a result of the film, some elders of the church accused a girl to cause damage through witch craft. So the two knights who were entrusted to his hands to the monk who will lift the curse from their land once and for all. This film will be released on January 7, 2011.

This film injects new life to the story of a long decade, much needed to bring freshness to the horror film industry. Will be released on March 11, 2011. Red Riding Hood is also one horror movie that will come upon that have attracted the attention of many people. Amanda Seyfried plays a beautiful young woman named Valerie in the middle of a love triangle. He falls in love with orphans loggers but is set to marry again. Later, the older sister Valerie was murdered by a werewolf that villagers had made a deal with since a few years ago. A famous werewolf hunter called in to assist in killing the werewolf, but warning them shivering - a wolf can take human form by day and can be one of the village.

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