Movie Review: Ant-Man

Marvel's latest film release is one that many will enjoy ( I know I did! ) and is an interesting character because he isn't a good guy (by text book definition).

Scott Lang was a burglar (with good intentions), got caught, went to jail and did his time and is finally being released. Typical problem of anyone who has a criminal reord, finding a new job is near impossible. In desperation, he agrees to steal whatever is in a mysterious safe heard about through the grapevine (watch the passing of info to him is hilarious every time). Only thing is, the job isn't what it seems and for the rest, you have to watch the film because I do not want to give spoilers and ruin someone's experience.

I like the character named Hope, daughter of Dr. Pym. She is feisty, strong and beautifully portrayed. Love the way she throws a punch! She is a passionate person but the control she has over  herself is amazing. Many people would have had tantrums and outburts, some would have been ballistic but her emotional moments are beautifully crafted and moving. Great timing!

If you haven't watched it yet, go and watch! The whole family really enjoyed the film.

Movie Review: Capt. America

We heard great reviews of the film and were really excited to see the film. What's not to like? Captain America and Black Widow are back on the big screen. Add in the arrival of the not so mysterious villain (since we all know who it is) and the stage is set for action!

Movie: Wolverine

Rating: 3 1/2 stars - ok. Good action sequences which I really liked. Too emo for my taste.

A mutant super hero moping, brooding or sulking is what he's like at the start of the movie. His protective instincts and his instinct for survival are eventually what brings back the Wolverine.

Action scenes: beautiful. I love the fight scenes of Yukio. Her character is the most interesting one.Adopted with a gift for seeing the future (very limited), she is a spunky character with a tragic background.

Seriously, nothing to dwell on. Just entertainment, action and more action. It was definitely not boring! Would I watch it again: maybe...but most likely on the small screen.

PS. Not digging the bone claws. I understand it was in the comics but I still preferred his adamantium blades.

Movie: Pacific Rim

Rating: 3 stars - ok not great but entertaining

Not the greatest film ever created but this is a movie to while away a few hours and numb the brain. Basic plot, robots were built to save the planet from invaders. No more funding/support for the Jaegers. They are the only true defense and they are on their own fighting creatures that have waited centuries for our home to become theirs. In this film, the scientists are equal parts help and idiots. Badly thought out action by the scientist who is also a kaiju fanatic equals more danger and action. Jaeger to the rescue. With romance too of course. Battle scenes, a dash of sadness here, a kiss there, a moment of life and death and hey presto, the movie is over!

Interesting: It takes 2 pilots to make one of these Jaegers move. Tough part, the 2 must sync - mind merge practically. That can be tough. Some get lost , overwhelmed by the memories. Would you want to be merged with anyone, even for short periods?

The Lone Ranger

Rating: 3 stars - ok not great but entertaining

I grew up watching the cartoon version of the same title. Knowing it was Johnny Depp, I was interested since he usually acts in films that I like. I appreciated that he was not over the top here. He was quirky but not impossible.

Though this was a Disney film, somehow it did not feel like the usual type they deliver. The action sequences did not have me jumping but there was a lot of laughter thanks to Tonto. Perhaps it is part of growing older but I left the cinema full of sorrow for the American Indians who had their lands and lives stolen from them. A treaty they were told they broke that they didn't, the wasted lives to serve other people's greed. Once you realize the truth, a choice must be made (as a number of characters in the movie had to do). Defining moments that sometimes we don't realize is what it is such as for Capt. Jay Fuller but the next step is/was a conscious choice.

Though the title of the film is the Lone Ranger, this film did not feel like any version of the Lone Ranger I've seen before. It did not feel like an adventure. The tragedy and the injustice just couldn't be shaken off and the  concept the Lone Ranger rides again did not feel as strong. The determination and resolution that characterizes him for me just wasn't there.

Character I love: Red! That leg is awesome!
Most memorable character: Silver! That is one strange horse. very smart though - no use arguing with a spirit horse.

Would I watch it again...maybe but definitely not on the big screen.