Chronicle

SHAZAMM! That’s the sound I’d make if I was a superhero… or maybe a pimp in the early 1970s. Today I’m going to be looking at Chronicle, a story of 3 guys getting some super powers and recording every minute of their adventure.

These aren't the droids you're looking for

I’ve always felt movies with simple plots needs to have that little bit extra to keep you enticed. Chronicle is shot via amateur steadicam (Blair Witch Project, Cloverfield, Paranormal Activities) and instantly you feel this movie has a different feel to it. It’s a simple story, but I’ve always liked the story beneath the story. In this one you see the bond and relationship between the 3 of them mostly because they share one common similarity, which is getting some kick-ass powers from a strange rock. I know that might pretty basic but keep in mind that the story of what they do with their powers is probably a lot more interesting then how they got their powers.

Food is always better shared

“Things get heavy but I like it!”

Wow Wow. What can I say about this film? Absolutely surpassed all my expectations! I’m not sure what exactly impressed me so much about this film, but dare to be different might be one of it. Sure you can make a movie about people with powers and just follow the same old yellow brick road down to boredom, or you can take chance and see how things come out. I was always going to be curious about how this movie would end and it sure did not disappoint.

Ratings – 3.5/5 (M!D! Fav)

Chronicle is a smart, fun action adventure film which hits the spot for me. Only opened recently and is getting rave reviews everywhere. From your popcorn fan to your intellect fan, everyone should be able to enjoy this one. SHAZAMMM!

Haywire

Haywire, absolutely Haywire. An intriguing action packed movie filled with lies, more lies and statistics tells the tale of Mallory (Gino Carano) as she’s being hunted down by the authorities who believe she is a rogue hired killer after being set up and betrayed. Goodness that felt painful even to write.

Chivalry is truly dead

I think it’s safe to say that this film is used as a platform to introduce Gina Carano to the world. I suppose you could say she is somewhat the next female Steven Seagal (ugh that’s quite a sight) and expect her to be in a few more action roles in the future.

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“Why I Hate This Film”

Yeah it’s a negative review. It starts out in typical fashion. Not much talking but images to show some pretty sneaky stuffs about to happen (rescuing a hostage). You get pretty used to the style of the movie thinking “hey this feels different, I don’t mind a bit of this” until you realize it’s like this THE WHOLE TIME. Accompanied by some strange-ass jazz porno fueled music during fight scenes, the movie preaches crazy insane action but slowly dies of a terrible miserable slow-mo death. If you’re an action junky you’re going to think it’s slow and cliché. Even suicide might be faster than some scenes.

Lady got Kiwi on face.. HU-AH

The Verdict = 2/5

Haywire is terribly slow action paced film. It tries to be different but ends up being the same as any other espionage “I’ve been double-crossed” movie. Fight scenes are good but if that was the case I’d rather watch UFC. Now where is my Warrior Blue-Ray?