Most Anticipated Films of 2011

We are in for a right treat!! had a dig around on the marvellous internet and here is what I've found.... I'm not giving anything away, plot wise just yet...

Cars 2

Release date – 22^nd July 2011

Starring – Owen Wilson, Michael Caine, Emily Mortimer

Harry potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2

Release date – 15^th July 2011

Starring – Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1

Release date – 18^th November 2011

Starring – Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Release date – 18^th May 2011

Starring – Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Penelope Cruz

The Smurfs in 3D

Release date – 3^rd August 2011

Starring – Neil Patrick Harris,  Hank Azaria, Katy Perry

Scream 4

Release Date – 15^th April 2011

Starring – Neve Campbell, David Arquette, Courtney Cox

Kung Fu Panda 2

Release Date – 17^th June 2011

Starring – Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, Dustin Hoffman

Sherlock Holmes 2

Release date – 16^th December 2011

Starring – Jude Law, Stephen Fry, Robert Downey Jr.

Transformers Dark of the Moon

Release date – 1^st July 2011

Starring – Shia LaBeouf, Patrick Dempsey, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Plots may be up a bit later
Ta'ra!! :-) 

Top 15 Films Everyone MUST See

Ey Up Chucks!!
This is a list of the top 15 ultimate films that everyone has got to see at some point in there life!! These films have either changed the face of movies or are so epic and have won so many awards that it would be rude not to have seen them!! These are not in any order, that would be too difficult!! :-)

1. Forrest Gump
2. Titanic 
3. Avatar
4. Grease
5. The Godfather (Not all parts necessarily but you may as well)
6. The Shining
7. Armageddon
8. Alien (All of them!)
9. The Exorcist 
10. Toy Story
11. Jaws 
12. The Graduate
13. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
14. Pulp Fiction
15. E.T the Extra-Terrestrial

Ta'ra for now!

First Review

Kings Speech

Running time (excluding trailers):  118 minutes
Genre: Historical Drama
Age Rating: 15
Stars: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter

“Why should I waste my time listening to you? Because I have a voice! Yes, you do” is one of the memorable and fitting quotes from one of the most utterly outstanding British films of the year.
Colin Firth portrays Prince Bertie; Duke of York, in the 1930’s who suffers with a stammer. This film shows you Bertie’s transition from Prince to King with all the bumps and highs along the way. The majority of the film is based around the relationships between Bertie and his family, and his newly appointed speech therapist, Lionel Logue played by Geoffrey Rush. After a delivering a disappointing speech filled with awkward silences and stammers, his wife Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, played by Helena Bonham Carter, seeks out the help of Lionel, the speech therapist, whom is battling his own demons of being a failed actor. After a few sessions Bertie’s speech is improving considerably and there is a visible connection and growing friendship between the Duke of York and the Australian speech therapist. Just as everything is going smoothly, Bertie suffers a knockback when his father King George V, played by Michael Gambon, passes away. Now Bertie’s ne’er do well Brother David, takes his father’s place of King. King David steps down from the role after pursuing a relationship with Mrs. Simpson, whom was recently a divorced woman. Now the role of King rests on Bertie’s shoulders, and with a new era of radio looming there has never been a worse time for the newly appointed King George VI (Bertie feels that taking his middle name would be a more appropriate name for a king). Bertie is now determined more than ever to defeat his stammer and his work with Lionel becomes more frequent than ever with pleasing results, and the two become inseparable. Nevertheless Lionel becomes very aware that his frequent presence with the King is not well received with the Archbishop of Canterbury. Things soon turn sour as Lionel speaks out of turn and the King’s cold, harsh, royal arrogant tongue puts him in his place. Can the two turn it around with a lengthy speech airing on the radio in the very near future for the King? Will the King ever be rid of his stammer? All I can say is go and see it.

Colin Firth demonstrates how acting should be done in this film. He gives off such a warm and sympathetic performance and portrays the Duke of York so brilliantly that he actually draws you in thinking your right next to him, feeling his every emotion. His performance is believable, and his acting is at its highest peak.
Helena Bonham Carter plays the Duke of York’s wife Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, a woman who is incredibly supportive of her husband. It’s a far cry away from her usual dark, unconventional characters; nonetheless she makes the perfect companion for Colin.

It is clear to see that the directing and writing for this film is impeccable. Everything was obviously thoroughly researched and planned. From the major to the minor details, everything has its authenticity. Tom Hooper really has surpassed everyone’s expectations and has come a long way from his time during Eastenders. 

I believe there are some hidden messages in this film and were cleverly written in. I think that this film shows that; the most unlikely and strongest relationships can survive the toughest of times. It is the little things like this and the authenticity and believability of the film that makes it utter spellbinding. It truly captures the heart of the 1930’s period. People of all ages will thoroughly enjoy this film, a pleaser all round.

Now that you’ve read my review there is only one thing left to do.... go and see it, you won’t regret it.

Click the link below to see the trailer.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAm7gRXFiRo

What Goes Into a Review?

Hello all J

I’ve started researching into what makes the best film review, what key components are needed and what parts will influence people to go and see a reviewed film.

I have looked on numerous sites, all thanks to Google, and have found that roughly a review should take a reader around 6 or 7 minutes to read. Meaning that it will have around 600-700 words (estimated guess). Each review should have around 3 to 5 paragraphs.  It is important that the vocabulary used in the review is clear and easy to understand to everyday readers. Any conflicting issues in a film must not be belittled and have an unbiased opinion them. It is important that the opinion of the film must be consistent throughout.

The first paragraph should be, obviously, the name of the film, running time, genre, age rating, stars of the film and any important film crew; such as writer/director etc.

The next paragraph should have an opening sentence that will make readers want to carry on reading it, it should be attention drawing. In this paragraph it should have your own opinion of the film and a summary of the film. However one key thing is not to give away the ending (otherwise there would be no point seeing the film).  Covering 3 or 4 main points of the film and stating your opinion and justifying it is important.

The third and fourth paragraphs should focus on aspects of film making, the writing and direction. Some research into the crew should be done, to see what their previous work is like, for example; have they been successful? Do they stick to the one genre? Have they won any awards?
Another aspect should be the music and costumes and make up. You should focus on if the music that is used gives off the atmosphere/mood intended. Research into what music was used, was it relevant? Does it fit the genre of the film? The costumes and make up are key parts to a films authenticity, if an actor looks the part it makes it seem more believable.

The final paragraph should be an overall conclusion of the film, your opinion of the quality of the film.  You should also state your recommendations.

That's about it for now, nearly written one. should be up in a few days.
Ta'ra for now!! 

Start of my Journey

As you already know my name is Judy. I want to be a film critic, and I have been researching into what qualifications and experience is needed to become one. So I must have an A-level in English and a degree in some sort of film course. So first thing that I am going to do is enrol in a college and complete my A-level in English Literature. After this I shall then choose a university that specialises in media to get my degree. Whilst I am doing this I plan to keep this blog updated of my whole process and I shall take a stab at reviewing films, thus gaining me experience.
Unfortunately I am too late to enrol onto a college course this year (bloomin typical eh?!) but I will be starting the application process. But it gives me a bit of time to be picky about which college I want to go to.
I am going to start to review films, mainly all recent ones but I shall have a go at some classics! I've got some notes from recent films which should hopefully turn into something better soon.
That's about it for now though. Ta'ra!