Fool's Gold could be a good entertainer with it's tinge of comedy revolving around a couple Ben Finn (Matthew McConaughey) and Tess (Kate Hudson). There's the centuries old treasure lost in 1715, and Finn's obsession causes him to leave no stone unturned to locate the 40 chests of exotic treasure. And in his attempts to discover the treasure, Ben loses all he has including his dear wife whom he still loves. Just as Tess begins to move on with life working aboard a mega-yacht owned by billionaire Nigel Honeycutt (Donald Sutherland), Finn is presented with a good clue concerning the exact location of the treasure.
Almost sure, he can discover the treasure with the given information, he persuades Gemma, Nigel's daughter, to join him in the quest. In the meanwhile, Tess too develops interest in the treasure. But they are not the only ones, we have more people in the pursuit.
If plot is what you're looking for, there is a repository of incidents to gratify you. Andy Tennant, the director could be credited for his creative work in introducing diverse characters. You can find a rich old guy in an ascot (Donald Sutherland), the boat captain (Ray Winstone) and rap star (Kevin Hart) accompanied by an interesting gay couple and many others.
Click on to know if Finn and Tess are going to discover the treasure before anybody else and if they're going to reconcile at all.
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How about a stimulating sci-fi thriller that can energize us? My pick, this time is a 2003 movie, Pay Check, directed by John Woo and based on a novel written by Philip K. Dick in 1953. This offers you for consideration a mix of some action sequence and spell binding mystery. May be it lacks some of Dick’s ideas in the story, thought to be thought provoking, but it sure is fascinating.
The story revolves around Michael Jennings (played by Ben Affleck), the ‘Daredevil’ guy. By profession, he is known for his profound reverse engineering skills in software and hardware. He is engaged in an assignment where he not only steals a three dimensional computer display from another company but also works to enhance the design. Nevertheless, he is not a pioneer and there’s also another company that had already come up with the 3 D display capable of being viewed even without special glasses. The compensation is indeed a huge sum. The deal doesn’t complete there… his company also wants him to forego his memory as that could mean an exclusive right of the company over the product. In the meanwhile, he is tempted to take up a lucrative offer with a hefty pay check. His friend advises him to turn down the offer, but he is impelled to take it up largely because of the presence of a scientist, Uma Thurman (the Kill Bill lady) to whom he is attracted.
After three years, we find the task has been completed, memory erased, but instead of $90 million dollar he is made to accept an envelope enclosing some day- to- day items. He soon comes to realize that these very items are not just a necessity to save his life but are also essentials needed to save a civilization itself. Although the basic story is impelling, I can’t endorse that it’s free from flaws.
Like I told you, the film has its set of imperfections, one such unbelievable and odd thing is the sudden transformation of an ordinary guy to a super hero. Rest, I leave it to you to make your judgment.
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The setting is San Francisco and FBI agent, Jack Crawford (Jason Statham) is seeking to avenge the death of his partner whose life has been ruthlessly taken away by the assassin Rogue (Jet LI). Three years have passed and the FBI agent has still not traced the killer until one day the 'man most wanted' is back to kindle a feud between Chinese mob leader Chang and Japanese Yakuza boss Shiro. Against this backdrop of a bloody war, the two have their personal battle too. The scenario presents very good opportunity for the blood thirsty Crawford to take revenge. He gets his professional team to assist him in the expedition. Some fight sequence and gun battles are real thrilling moments for the audience.
For action geeks, one disappointment could be that the two actors Statham and Li have no meaningful screen time with each other. Nevertheless, the movie is good by all odds. The action choreography is good but nothing more than that. Apparently, Corey Yuan who has had experience working with the two has had a clear cut idea of what each actor should do. On the whole, it is a decent action film
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Erica Bain (Jodie Foster) finds solace in the the streets of New York which she deems both her home and means of livelihood. Working at a radio station as a host for the show called 'Street Walk,' Erica fascinates her audience with stories of the city, the place which she dearly loves to tread. After the day's work, she gets back to the home of her loved one, her fiance, David Kirmani (Naveen Andrews), until one day, the unexpected happens. The two are bush whacked and David dies in the assault while Erica is left wreathing in pain. Although she survives, the fearful incident keeps haunting her and the city she once loved turns to be a night mare. Not merely the loss of her beloved, she's also left to deal with an immense fear of the streets she formerly roamed and loved. Unable to cope with the fear which reaches the peak, she decides to arm herself with a gun. She begins to shoot down people whom she considers a threat to her life. In her way, she tries to reclaim what she has lost.
NYPD detective Sean Mercer (Terrence Howard) takes necessary efforts to track down the killer. Little by little, the evidence gathered points out to a woman with a gun. Meanwhile, Erica remains unsure if she's treading the right path in seeking justice and vengeance or she has become the very object she's looking for.
'The Brave One' directed by Neil Jordan has teamed with cinematographer Philippe Rousselot to render a sumptuous and edgy film. Watch the movie and you'll be left to ponder over lot of aspects like - is it possible to recover what is lost especially that which has been ruthlessly taken away from us? Is it easier to live with pain than to avenge in order to try and ease the pain?
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Chev Chelios (Jason Statham) is woken up by a call from thug Ricky Verona (Jose Pablo Cantillo) who discloses to Chev that he has been injected with a deadly cocktail that's going to end his life in an hour if he doesn't keep his adrenalin flowing. He is unable to seek medical help as his doctor is on leave and is in a state of agitation creating mass destruction on the streets. The other task at hand is to rescue his naïve and innocent girl friend, Eva (Amy Smart) and has to stay two steps ahead of his nemesis who is trying to rid him. He has also to search for a drug that can help counteract the poison which threatens to stop his heart.
The film makers have done everything to render the movie energizing, exciting and entertaining particularly to the young males. Who knows ? The older ones too may enjoy.
Click here to watch the movie CrankWho wouldn't want to watch an action flick starring Rock. I'm having 'The Rundown” put up for you.
Under Peter Berg's direction, Rock with his fairly good acting virtuosity, plays a bounty hunter. What is surprising is, even when he's not really engaged in any action stuff, he is entertaining to watch. After watching this movie, you'll come to know that Rock isn't just capable of action but can also try his hand at Drama and comedy.
The film opens with Beck (Rock) agreeing to take up one final task of tracking down his boss's son (Travis) who is off to the Brazilian jungle. But Travis isn't eager to return, having discovered a golden idol that has been hidden from mankind for centuries. And the secret treasure is also the target of Hatcher (Christopher Walken) who owns a gold mine in the area. Beck gets to meet the unhinged ruler, Hatcher who employs local labor as slaves to work on his gold mines. Hatcher's reign is so rigorous that it goes to the extent of him building a fence around the city to help himself have a close eye on the laborers. Mariana (Rosario Dawson) is another lass who's behind the valuable idol. She owns a bar in the land and has a secret of her own.
Beck is successful in his attempt to get back his unwilling companion, Travis back into custody. But could do so only after showing Hatcher and his goons how bad things could turn out for them when they take him on. Hatcher becomes more determined to go after the two especially because he gets defeated by Beck. And the story continues with some funny sights of Beck being tossed about into the trees in a fighting sequence as well as his fall along the mountain. His experience with some crude looking monkeys is also a treat to the audience. But worst of all, he has to cope with Travis, who reluctantly accompanies him and thwarts the progress made by Beck
The rest, I leave it to your judgement. Get ready now for an action cum comedy.
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The film opens with the two experienced thieves heisting a diamond right under the nose of the FBI Agent. Couple of months later, they are off to a tropical paradise, the Bahamas to enjoy the fruits of their labour. The retirement of this romantically intertwined thieves is suddenly interrupted by the FBI-agent nemesis (Stan Lloyd) who had managed to track them down after a relentless effort carried out for seven years. Another reason why Stan lands there is a priceless Napoleon diamond, scheduled to arrive off Paradise Island through a highly secured cruise ship. Max convinces Stan that the diamond is not why he is there. Lola too is pretty happy and convinced that the veteran thief is not after the rare jewel. But once the diamond gets stolen, both Lola and Stan view Max as a possible suspect..
The flick is fun to watch and gives us more than we can ask for - thrills, some awesome Carribean sights and two handsome stars romantically involved.
So let's now take a break to watch this movie that's about a professional thief who is not content watching the sunset and is tempted to get back to the game.
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Wasn't that rogue a real sweetheart? (I'd prefer to call him a sweetheart, as the movie was based on the true story of a monster croc, named 'Sweetheart' which was believed to capture about 15 boats during the 70s and cause great havoc)
For a change, let's watch a technically superb action film (not the latest one though)- “ The Bourne Ultimatum.”You'll have to spare just one hour and 51 minutes and you'll have a treat of a perfect 'Bourne' sequel, where Paul Greengrass has employed actual stunt team instead of the artificial CGI which other directors stage endlessly.
Our young hero Jason Bourne's ( Matt Damon ) trying to discover his hidden past is the central theme of the story. The film picks up about 10 minutes after ” The Bourne Supremacy” ends, which was also equally phenomenal. While the amnesiac assassin is hunting for his true identity, he has to take much effort to hide himself from the cops and look for medical supplies to treat his wounds that he has sustained at the end of 2004's "The Bourne Supremacy."
He then finds that a British Journalist by the name Paddy Considine has researched the CIA Black ops division that is believed to have given Bourne the deadly identity. His name even figures in one of the articles of the reporter.
Bourne then moves to London hoping he would learn something of how he was transformed to a killer device by the CIA. But the reporter finds favor in the eyes of the CIA and the latest head of black ops, Noah Vosen (David Strathairn), sends a hit team to London.
Among other elements, the key ones include a car chase in New York's heavy traffic and a rooftop chase set in Tangiers. They are simply awesome. The movie has an amazing plot and action although no compromise has been made on the setting to render it less attractive. It is on par with the earlier sequels. The ending too is perfect suggesting there could not have been a better one. Although not a good idea of continuing ' The Bourne' series, chances of adding one or few more sequels still remain.
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Hi, baby hi! This time, it's going to be crocodile for the taking.
Greg Mclean's sophomore effort to give the audience another terrifying tour to the Aussie outback location has definitely paid off. If you are talking about crocodile or any monster movies, then Rogue is the best of its kind and a perfect delight. It is a simple horror entertainment movie that lacks gore, stupidity or any kind of blasting violence and the monster crocodile does not strike the chord of primordial dread. But it certainly has its very thrilling side and if you want to enjoy being scared, then this one would serve a treat to you.
Pete (Michael Vartan), a writer by profession, sets out to Northern Australia in a scenic river cruise tour, his latest assignment being writing on restaurants for his travel magazine. Along with him in the boat are a group of tourists whose travel guide for the day is Captain Kate (Radha Mitchell). As they all enjoy spotting crocodiles and the beautiful scenery, suddenly one of the tourists happen to spy a flare in a distance. The guide quickly takes the boat out of routine into the wild to find out if anyone's in trouble. But, in no time do they realize they have stepped into a territory of a dangerous crocodile which within seconds sinks the boat and forces the group into a tiny island where they have to deal with itself as well as the high tide.
I particularly like this movie and would want to watch it again just to savor Greg Mclean's expert craftsmanship that has brought out the essential characteristics of a crocodile. The croc's unique ability to remain under water for an hour without making a single bubble or ripple and it's acute senses that register every splash in the water are two among the many remarkable features portrayed in the movie.
Go on and enjoy!
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Had an overdose of lions? Here's an interesting story told about the abduction of a young girl with a thought provoking ending that will make you ponder over for a long time after the movie is over. Director Ben Affleck has done an exceptionally good job through extracting superb performance from the cast, particularly the protagonist . Based on a novel, authored by Dennis Lehane, 'Gone Baby Gone' follows the private detective Patrick Kenzie (Casey Affleck) in his quest to solve the mystery of a missing young girl.
The aunt and uncle of Amanda McCready, the young girl hire Patrick Kenzie and Angie Genarro (Michelle Monaghan) to find the 4 year old. You can't expect the mother of the child, Helen (Amy Ryan), to elicit sympathy as she is too occupied with her drugs and alcohol. Patrick and Angie who are also in a relationship, seek assistance from Jack Doyle (Morgan Freeman), the captain of the Crimes Against Children Department to track down the culprit. The police partners, Remy Bressant (Ed Harris) and Nick Pool (John Ashton) half heartedly concede to their superior's request and offer all what they could do to crack down the case. Very soon, Patrick Kenzie and Angie Genarro realise that they cannot rely on those close to the investigation to reveal the whole story surrounding the abduction of the little girl and the rest, you can watch for yourself.
Considering the lack of popularity Ben Affleck has earned through his acting abilities, not many would have expected such a far more accomplished piece of work from him, albeit his poor visual sense. All the attention was given to the cast overlooking the sets and it was quite evident that the amount spent on extras for bars and street scenes were minimal.
If Ben Affleck continued the good work in his future endeavours, you could expect another Client Eastwood who directed 'Mystic Rivers' with a similar theme also written by Dennis Lehane.
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