Chewy, we're home...

As the classic title music began and the traditional opening plot introduction rolled down the screen, I couldn't help but smile. It really did feel like coming home, like meeting up with family members you hadn't seen in a while, and yet their warm smiles made it feel like yesterday. Throughout the film the classic star wars transitions, wimpy generals of the dark side, mighty heroes we love, and the general feel of the planets and battle scenes were maintained, and it was fantastic.

I felt goosebumps as Chewy and Han entered the scene, and at that point, it really felt like I was watching one of the original films. I was so excited about the fact that my most favourite original Star Wars characters were playing a major role in the film, and it was also an interesting experience to meet the new crew. The new fighters are brave and selfless, and as they fought alongside the originals, there was a sense they would fit in very well as legends of the Star Wars Universe.

The plot was equally enthralling, from many twists, unexpected family connections, wonderful flashbacks to flights and conflicts of the past, and even hints at cherished creative aspects from previous films.

There was one part of the plot that I wasn't happy with at all, it resulted in the death of one of my favourite characters, and brought tears to my eyes, I really wish things didin't turn out that way. I feel that Star Wars won't be the same without this character, unless they are brought into the story in some other way. Hopefully the other characters will come close to how great this character is, and continue to do justice to the Star Wars universe into the future. 

The film ended on a cliffhanger, quite literally, and I am eagerly anticipating what will happen next in this story in a galaxy far far away.

I am awarding this film four out of five quills, definately a must see(it loses a quill as a direct result of the death of one of my favourite Star Wars characters). May the force be with you.

Real or not real? Real.

There are so many things I could say about this film. The characters are outstanding, the plot is thought provoking and superbly executed, the soundtrack is spine tingling, the action is on a grand scale, and the ultimate victory is beyond satisfying. I could also say, without revealing too much, that while I read and watched the films, I was hoping for a specific pairing, and while it did not eventuate, I could see why and was moved by the choice. Yet, the truth is, nothing I can say will do the books, the adaptation to film, nor the films themselves any justice whatsoever. I think that one of the greatest strengths of this series is its ability to move the individual beyond words and strike a chord on a personal level in different ways for everyone, and on that note, I will let it speak for itself- there are certainly worse games to play.

Its very fabric is something to behold

Tilly Dunnage returns to her home town to confront the demons of her past, and spend some time with her mother- or so she thinks. While so at home in the country, her elegant and richly coloured clothing is uniquelly out of place with the rustic appeal of the town.

Yet rather than welcoming friendly folk, the members of her would-be-community are judgemental and cruel. As Tilly progresses in her stay, it seems the more she befriends the people from her past, the more others strive to kick her down.

In the face of it all, the colourful police inspector provides a lot of laughs, as Teddy wins her heart and shields her from the dark world as best he can.

However, the film also contains tragic turns and sorely unanticipated twists.

This film is fantastic. I was very impressed by it. It made me laugh as hard as I cried, and the acting was exceptional against the beautiful backdrop of the Australian outback and the richness of the clothing.

Five Quills out of Five, and many more than that if I could.

The grass is always greener on the other side- right?

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I thought I would start with a bit of context. I haven't read any of the books in this series, but I have seen the first film. My sister has read the first two books thusfar, and she informs me that this second film in the set does not resemble the book at all. Despite this, we both enjoyed the film.

The movie begins with a direct linkage to the previous film, and the more naive among viewers might believe that our heroes have finally found a safe haven, yet it is very clear that something is amiss, it is almost too obvious that they have been led into another trap. 

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The Cranks soon enter the scene and they are nothing short of a nightmare. Being the type of person that becomes immersed in books and films, I became quite frightened at this point, not the kind of frightened that causes you to cover your eyes and miss half the film, but the type which causes you to shake a little, and jump at small movements.

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I was astonished, particularly then, that the film had been rated PG. This meant that there were a lot of young children watching the film, and the violence was increasingly heading towards the r-rated level. For me though, the intensity helped to make the film highly emotional, and resultantly a great film, just not a film that small children could watch without having nightmares.

So, the film follows the main characters into a desolated world, where they battle to survive the elements, the Cranks, and the WICKED officials. A few cherished friends are lost along the way, while new ones are made, and just when you feel they may actually have a chance, the worst twist of fate occurs.

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This film has a differnt feel to the first, and yet follows on from it very well. The actors are also fantastic and highly believable. Because of this, you can forgive the fact that every second character repeatedly tells Thomas (the main character) to hurry up, or run, or generally to keep moving.

All in all, I recommend the film, but think of it as more of an M rated movie (at least), and if you haven't seen the first one, watch that first, beause the film will be quite confusing otherwise.

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Four Quills out of Five.

Four-titude

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Marvel's Fantastic Four reboot hit cinemas on 7 August 2015. It was an interesting concept to begin with, and a risky one, taking an established power team and going back to their origins with new faces taking on the characters. I was initially unsure of whether I wanted to see this film, mainly for centimental reasons. Mr Fantastic, played by Ioan Gruffudd in the first Fantastic Four film I saw, was perfect for the role in my eyes. His character was inherantly clever, yet exceptionally selfless, and it brought a human element to the action packed series. It was his character that I was particularly attached to, and was skeptical as to whether the new actor on the block would do the character justice.

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However, being a Marvel fan, I had to see the film, this is how it went: 

The beginning of the film was understandably slow. I wouldn't say it was at a snail's pace, but there wasn't a great deal of action, owing to the establishment of the characters. I was impressed with the selection of The Thing, mostly prior to his transformation though, because I felt like the difference in size between his original form and his transformed being, was too great. 

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The Human Torch's character suited the role quite well, and I could deal with the switch in that character's actor better, because I feel that Chris Evans suits the role of Captain America much better. The invisible woman was quite suited to the role as well. 

Then we come to Mr Fantastic. I couldn't quite get used to his new character. He was portrayed quite well, but when it came to his dialogue, and scenes involving high emotion, I felt as though he needed a bit of work. 

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So when the action did kick off, it was very cleverly portrayed. The extendable limbs of Mr Fantastic were expertly weaved through the movements of his counterparts. Though the ending came a little to quickly- I won't spoil it for you- it was action packed and exciting.

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Overall, it was a great film with a well established storyline, though I feel as though it did not quite match the standards of other Marvel films. If they were to make a sequel to this film, I'm not sure that it would work very well, but I wouldn't mind giving it a chance.

An enjoyable film. Three Quills out of five.

Don't step on the ants nest!

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He did it! Ant man crawled onto our screens on 17 July and with Ant-ony by his side, cemented his place amongst the marvel heroes. It was one of marvel's riskier projects. The script had already been abandoned once, with many of the actors leaving as well, but when the film was picked up again, it was altered to better suit the well known and well loved marvel style.

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Scott Lang is coaxed out of a life of crime by the Ant-Man suit, then tossed straight back in by the very thing that promised to save him. The perspective offered by his miniature size is thrilling, and adds a new dimension to the marvel universe. There are many unexpected turns within the ant tunnels that run through the film's universe, as the Ant-Man fights to save the world from a vicious new form of warfare.

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While the film is slow to start, it is understandable and necessary, considering it is the hero's debut. Ant-Man is well placed as the little guy with the big heart, and his journey from "average joe" to hero is highly enjoyable to watch, and cleverly links with the Marvel universe. We will definitely be seeing this guy again when Avengers: Infinity War graces our screens, or even before then if we're lucky, though we may have to look very carefully to spot him in such a massive universe...

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A Must See Marvel Classic: Five Quills out of Five.

Hi everyone, I am curently a journalism student, aspiring to attain my ultimate career of entertainment journalist. This blog will be a creative space where I will upload my film, television and literature reviews, and my thoughts on transitions from book to screen. Hope you enjoy it, and always remember that the imagined is as real as you make it.