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Delta Goodrem stars in Hating Alison Ashley and contrary to most reviews I thought she did quite a passable job as the namesake, Alison Ashley. I must say though that Saskia Burmeister was exceptional as Erika Yurkin.
Erika is a dreamer and what she really dreams of is becoming a famous actress. She believes she is gifted and talented until Alison Ashley comes along. Initially, she tries to befriend Alison and then she becomes jealous and envious.
I believe most girls will be able to relate to this movie, especially those with their heads in the clouds. What I really enjoyed about Hating Alison Ashley was how accurate they made Erika’s imagination. I could totally relate to her daydreams and wanting to change her life. Also, the camp – that is spot on, the boys causing havoc, the teachers socialising after sending the children to bed.
I recommend this to every family, very enjoyable and brings back high school memories.
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I finally watched the classic From Here to Eternity with Burt Lancaster, Deborah Kerr, Montgomery Clift and Frank Sinatra.
The movie was made in 1954 and up until Jarhead was known as the “most accurate portrayal of the US military”.
Unfortunately, because of the above quote I had certain expectations of the film that were not met. Don’t get me wrong I still enjoyed From Here to Eternity but was not impressed by the romanticism of army life even with it’s drunkenness, brawling and abuse of its soldiers.
From Here to Eternity as you would expect was filmed in black and white. The casting was brilliant and you have to feel for Montgomery Clift’s character, Robert E Lee Prewitt. Prewitt has just been transferred to a new regiment and the Captain in charge is boxing mad. The Captain informs Prewitt that unless he joins the boxing squad he will never become a Sargent. Due to personal reasons, Prewitt is determined to never box again.
Sargent Warden, (Burt Lancaster) is a career soldier and is Captain Homes right hand man. If it weren’t for Warden the whole regiment would be in a complete mess. Warden embarks on an affair with Homes wife, which just confuses him.
It was an interesting movie and I’m sure the book would be even more so. I’m glad I saw it and I would definitely watch it again. This would be a movie that would be great to see re-made without the strict censorship laws, which were around when it was made.
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The first Ghost Rider TV spot is now online, it can be viewed at Freewebs.com
The movie is written and directed by Mark Steven Johnson, the film stars Nicolas Cage, Eva Mendes, Wes Bentley, Sam Elliott, Donal Logue and Peter Fonda.
Ghost Rider opens in Cinemas Feburay 16th.
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There are many versions of Vanity Fair, but I honestly believe that is by far the most entertaining and riveting adaptation to date. The characters were sharp, viperous and witty as befitting the period and Becky Sharpe (Reese Witherspoon) had more sides than just the usual manipulative and sly portrayal she usually receives.
Set in the 1800’s, this is a period drama of deceit, manipulation, romance and high society. Becky Sharpe is an orphan, who has grown up and educated as a Governess. Her first appointment is with the Crawley’s and her ambition has already been ignited by the prospect of gaining the inheritance of the elderly aunt through marriage to her favourite nephew.
Needless to say, nothing goes according to Becky’s plans and life becomes harder and more difficult. One thing remains static, her desire to become part of the British High Society.
Many of Britain’s most popular actors are in this film including Rhys Ifans, Jim Broadbent, Gabriel Byrne and Jonathon Rhys Myers and all are nothing short of exceptional in Vanity Fair.
If you enjoy period dramas, a good story or British movies, you won’t be disappointed with Vanity Fair.
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I found Valiant to be an entertaining movie, suitable for all ages. The German falcons were suitably menacing for older ages without giving the little one’s nightmares. I found myself involved in a game of pick the actor for the various voices, which also proved to be a lot of fun.
Ewan McGregor is Valiant, the brave little pigeon who just wanted to do his bit for the war. He struggled on, even though there were many who thought he couldn’t do it and finally enlisted in the RHPS (Royal Homing Pigeon Service). He wouldn’t have been able to do it without his mate Bugsy (Ricky Gervais). If you liked Gervais in The Office you will like him in Valiant.
The animation is great, the story is strong, it’s just disappointing that it is so short. Valiant is only 75 minutes long and you do wish the movie goes for longer. There is more that could have been added as your attention doesn’t wander and I found it captivating how they personified the creatures.
Valiant is a good movie, fun for the family and entertaining to all. I’m looking forward to seeing more animated movies like this in the future.
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