Prince Avalanche

Prince Avalanche

Review: When I first read about this film, it felt like something I would appreciate. And it wasn't bad. But unfortunately it wasn't memorable at all either. An ok watch.

Rating: 5/10

Red 2

Red 2

Review: Just like when Red came, this follow up's got an amazing cast. But just like back then, that's not enough to make a good movie. 

Rating: 4.5/10

Brave

Brave

Review: Not a big fan of Disney and Pixar films, but thought I'd check this one out after hearing good things about it. And it's a good one. Not overly cheesy like typical Disney flicks, but actually a a warm and human story. Worth checking out.

Rating: 6/10

Despicable Me 2

Despicable Me 2

Review: After being in bed sick and bored for a couple of days, this film is actually quite enjoyable. But I guess it has to be under those kind of circumstances. 

Rating: 4/10

Machete Kills

Machete Kills

Review: Just looking at some of the cast of this film and you know it will be good: Danny Trejo, Mel Gibson, Charlie Sheen (appearing under his birth name Carlos Estevez), Vanessa Hudgens and Lady Gaga. The créme de la créme of acting! And the pure number of people getting killed in the first 5 minutes of the movie combined with really crappy special effects settles it. Robert Rodriguez has done it again. 

Rating: 6/10

The Lone Ranger

The Lone Ranger

Review: I knew from the get-go that I wouldn't like this film. And I was right. A true sleeping pill.

Rating: 3.5/10

Disconnect

Disconnect

Review: Disconnect is kind of a internet version of Crash, but not nearly as good and captivating. It's not bad though, but it's really the actors that is saving this movie in the long run. 

Rating: 5.5/10

Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room

Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room

Review: Third Alex Gibney documentary in 2 days. This one is an interesting one about the rise and fall of Enron. As with all of Alex's documentaries, it's clear and on point.

Rating: 6.5/10

Taxi to the Dark Side

Taxi to the Dark Side

Review: After watching Alex Gibney's documentary We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks, I decided to check out one of his earlier ones. Taxi to the Dark Side talks about USA's policy on torture and how it changed the rule book when it comes to treating prisoners fairly. Strong and interesting documentary.  

Rating: 8/10

We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks

We Steal Secrets: The Story of Wikileaks

Review: A lot has been said about this documentary. Few neutral reviews. Either people love it or they hate it. Most people who hate it do so because they feel that Julian Assange is painted in a negative light. Personally I enjoyed it. I can't claim to know what did and did not happen so I prefer not to put too strong words behind this. Definitely worth checking out. 

Rating: 6/10

Good Vibrations

Good Vibrations

Review: Charming film about Terri Hooley and his record shop/label Good Vibrations. Terri Hooley has often been called the Godfather of Irish punk and he sure did his part back in the days. Definitely worth checking out, there are some amazing tunes in it as well. 

Rating: 7/10

Now You See Me

Now You See Me

Review: I have to admit that I was really enjoying this caper thriller film. The story might have worked completely, but the actors and some nice turns made it entertaining enough.

Rating: 7/10

Green Street 3: Never Back Down

Green Street 3: Never Back Down

Review: I have this thing for movies about football hooligans. Don't ask me why, I just do. I didn't love Green Street Hooligans when it came out, mostly because of Elijah Wood's part, but it felt proper somehow any way. This flick however is nothing but a movie showcasing fights, nothing else. Nicely shot fights, but the story is super weak.

Rating: 4/10

Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About Nothing

Review: A modern version of William Shakepeare's Much Ado About Nothing, made by none other than Joss Whedon. You bet I was interested in seeing it! And he managed to create a charming comedy that has both Shakespeare's basic story and beautiful language intact, as well as adds his own quirky sense of humour to it.

Rating: 7/10

Pacific Rim

Pacific Rim

Review: The main reason for me to want to watch Pacific Rim was that it was made by Guillermo del Toro. And it's an entertaining modern day version of Godzilla. Some nice effects combined with some weak storyline made it easy consumed, but not memorable. 

Rating: 5/10