Movie Reviews / Previews
DVD/Blu-ray Round-Up: Year One & Godzilla
We’re looking at two releases here at Hecklerspray this week; the new Jack Black/Michael Cera Neanderthal comedy Year One and a Blu-ray release of the much maligned lizard dump Godzilla.
We’re looking at two releases here at Hecklerspray this week; the new Jack Black/Michael Cera Neanderthal comedy Year One and a Blu-ray release of the much maligned lizard dump Godzilla.
Wolverine – Blu-Ray Review
Fanboy idol Hugh Jackman knows when he puts on the mutton chops that he is onto a winner. So much so that, now he's back again as the Gillette razor clawed Wolverine, he's barely made any effort to make this entry stick out from the rest of the franchise.
Fanboy idol Hugh Jackman knows when he puts on the mutton chops that he is onto a winner. So much so that, now he's back again as the Gillette razor clawed Wolverine, he's barely made any effort to make this entry stick out from the rest of the franchise.
TRAILER: The Boys Are Back. Just Say Yes.
Clive Owen plays the role of carefree Australian sports writer, Joe Warr in this emotionally heavy drama about parenthood and rediscovering youth. When the tragic death of his wife leaves him in the shoes of a single parent with two rebellious kids, Joe goes about trying to raise his boys the sensible way, and failing miserably. There's only one thing a man can do in Joe's situation. Say Yes. Director Scott Hicks and Miramax bring you a touching story about growing up, no matter how old you are. Family chaos meets living in dad's house for a fuzzy film suited to those who are probably sick of children and/or life...
Clive Owen plays the role of carefree Australian sports writer, Joe Warr in this emotionally heavy drama about parenthood and rediscovering youth. When the tragic death of his wife leaves him in the shoes of a single parent with two rebellious kids, Joe goes about trying to raise his boys the sensible way, and failing miserably. There's only one thing a man can do in Joe's situation. Say Yes. Director Scott Hicks and Miramax bring you a touching story about growing up, no matter how old you are. Family chaos meets living in dad's house for a fuzzy film suited to those who are probably sick of children and/or life...
Couples Retreat – Movie Review
Not really a refreshing vacation, Couples Retreat. Instead, expect the kind of thrills you'd get on a wet summer's day in Butlins. Starting off well, Couples Retreat sees Vince Vaughn dream up an idea about a holiday resort for couples - who get to indulge in the fine food, the bright blue water and the pristine sands, but only after they have finished partaking in the non-negotiable therapy courses. Hilarity should ensue, and at first it looks set to do just that.
Not really a refreshing vacation, Couples Retreat. Instead, expect the kind of thrills you'd get on a wet summer's day in Butlins. Starting off well, Couples Retreat sees Vince Vaughn dream up an idea about a holiday resort for couples - who get to indulge in the fine food, the bright blue water and the pristine sands, but only after they have finished partaking in the non-negotiable therapy courses. Hilarity should ensue, and at first it looks set to do just that.
Damage – DVD Review
'Pain has a new name' says the tagline, although, perhaps the film shouldn't be so self-deprecating on the cover art. Damage, after all, does what you expect. Steve Austin stars as John Brickner - a man released from prison and on a trail for redemption. Unfortunately, redemption for his past act of violence comes at a price - kicking the crap out of everyone. It's not the most ingenious set-up, and appears to be a surprisingly lowbrow effort from the writer of The Cooler, but this film is all about walls with teeth, so who cares?
'Pain has a new name' says the tagline, although, perhaps the film shouldn't be so self-deprecating on the cover art. Damage, after all, does what you expect. Steve Austin stars as John Brickner - a man released from prison and on a trail for redemption. Unfortunately, redemption for his past act of violence comes at a price - kicking the crap out of everyone. It's not the most ingenious set-up, and appears to be a surprisingly lowbrow effort from the writer of The Cooler, but this film is all about walls with teeth, so who cares?
The Invention of Lying – Movie Review
It’s hard not to feel jealous of Ricky Gervais, since he seems to have Hollywood in the palm of his hand. Not content with appearing in any old cinematic guff swimming out our shores, one cheeky snaggletooth smile and he is whisked away to star in… well, any old guff swimming out of the US. Alas, the man from sunny Reading has managed to attract a whole host of star-wattage toward his latest project - The Invention of Lying. Taking on co-writing and co-directing duties, not to mention starring in the film, you may think that this film is just a rehash of 90’s Jim Carrey vehicle Liar Liar.
It’s hard not to feel jealous of Ricky Gervais, since he seems to have Hollywood in the palm of his hand. Not content with appearing in any old cinematic guff swimming out our shores, one cheeky snaggletooth smile and he is whisked away to star in… well, any old guff swimming out of the US. Alas, the man from sunny Reading has managed to attract a whole host of star-wattage toward his latest project - The Invention of Lying. Taking on co-writing and co-directing duties, not to mention starring in the film, you may think that this film is just a rehash of 90’s Jim Carrey vehicle Liar Liar.
Word On The Street: Fame Remake Sucks
For anyone who hasn't seen the original 1980 version of Fame, it's not exactly what you'd expect. Because you were expecting a grinning mob of leotard whores prancing around, squealing "feel the music!" to one another, whilst occasionally breaking rank to march silently towards a mirror, caressing their bodies, growling like tigers, weren't you? Weren't you? Go on, admit it. You were. And, for the most part, you'd be right. But, the original film was so much more than that. It was bleak. It was brilliant. And the new one, apparently, is a big sack of turds. So says the Boston Herald and LA Times anyway, and they've SEEN it. In the first outing, a cross section of New York "talent" is thrown together in a strict school for special people, who like singing, dancing and acting. The kids sometimes take time to play a cello in the canteen, or dash into the streets because a man in a taxi left his stereo on, and it's playing loud music.
For anyone who hasn't seen the original 1980 version of Fame, it's not exactly what you'd expect. Because you were expecting a grinning mob of leotard whores prancing around, squealing "feel the music!" to one another, whilst occasionally breaking rank to march silently towards a mirror, caressing their bodies, growling like tigers, weren't you? Weren't you? Go on, admit it. You were. And, for the most part, you'd be right. But, the original film was so much more than that. It was bleak. It was brilliant. And the new one, apparently, is a big sack of turds. So says the Boston Herald and LA Times anyway, and they've SEEN it. In the first outing, a cross section of New York "talent" is thrown together in a strict school for special people, who like singing, dancing and acting. The kids sometimes take time to play a cello in the canteen, or dash into the streets because a man in a taxi left his stereo on, and it's playing loud music.
Fast And Furious: A DVD Review
Here at Hecklerspray, we love Vin Diesel, we really do. Maybe it's because he looks like the love child of a polar bear and Chuch Norris, it could be because his voice can cut through a can of baked beans or perhaps it's because he has to kiss Michelle Rodriguez so we don't have to. One thing it definately isn't, though, is his choice of films! Returning to the Fast and Furious franchise, all the cast seem keen and eager to get back to where they began (i.e. obscurity) and get in on the action(i.e. pay cheque). Going into the fourth installment (which, sadly, didn't opt for the title 4 Fast 4 Furious), this is actually a prequel to the previous installment, Tokyo Drift (not that it matters). The main draw here is all the original actors return: Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster.
Here at Hecklerspray, we love Vin Diesel, we really do. Maybe it's because he looks like the love child of a polar bear and Chuch Norris, it could be because his voice can cut through a can of baked beans or perhaps it's because he has to kiss Michelle Rodriguez so we don't have to. One thing it definately isn't, though, is his choice of films! Returning to the Fast and Furious franchise, all the cast seem keen and eager to get back to where they began (i.e. obscurity) and get in on the action(i.e. pay cheque). Going into the fourth installment (which, sadly, didn't opt for the title 4 Fast 4 Furious), this is actually a prequel to the previous installment, Tokyo Drift (not that it matters). The main draw here is all the original actors return: Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster.
