Bieber on Movies

Bieber on Movies

With cold weather fast approaching InfinityFeed HQ what better way to stay warm and comfy than with a good film. But whilst it does mean venturing out I’m sure you’ll agree that this fortnight’s selection of films looks like it will be worth it. So here is a look at the latest up and coming releases at the cinema, we hope you enjoy.

Chronicle – Released 01/02/2012

This supernatural blockbuster looks like it will be a big hit in February.  Centred around three teenagers and their video camera it explores the boys discovery, experimentation and eventual mastery of telepathic superpowers. Initially these powered up teens test themselves like we all would, by scaring little girls with dancing bears and using leaf blowers to lift girl’s skirts. But as the boys begin to push the limits of their powers it seems that one of them is becoming a little too keen on destruction.  Shot initially in a similar style to Cloverfield this film looks amazing, the actors seem both genuine and engaging which is difficult to pull off considering this films style.  Overall this looks to be a promising film that is defiantly worth a visit to the cinema for.

Verdict: See this film

Man on a Ledge – Released 03/02/2012

Man on a ledge is a classic attempted by Hollywood to do a clever robbery story. Sam Worthington plays the supposed suicidal man, charged with the theft of an evil business tycoon’s million dollar diamond and now literally out on a ledge. However, and unlike the trailer I will call *spoiler alert* all this is just a ruse to distract the city and the police as Jamie Bell and a crack team of robbers try to break into the tycoon’s vault and steal the real diamond.

Bar the twist being spoilt in the trailer, which I thought was unnecessary and would have added an extra hidden layer to the film, this does look intriguing. Worthington and Bell seem to work well as the brotherly duo trying to take down the evil tycoon played by Ed Harris, who is on top form. Really this film is a good way to waste a few hours but don’t be expecting any mind blowing twists or turns.

Verdict: You’ll probably enjoy this film.

Jack and Jill – Released 03/02/2012

I think Hollywood first got the idea for this film from an episode of South Park where Cartman dressed as AWESOMEO and gave movie ideas to film execs, I never thought they’d actually make it. Jack and Jill stars Adam Sandler as a family man with the perfect life, a beautiful wife, two adorable children, a dream job there is just one problem his crazy sister. Queue the Sandler style series of sketches and silly one liners strung together with a weak and often ridiculous story.  Really this film is one that your either going to see and nothing I can say will dissuade you or you already know it’s bad just from the posters and trailer.

Verdict: Avoid at all costs.

The Woman in Black -10/02/2012

Marking his first leading role since the Harry Potter films Daniel Radcliff looks excellent in Jane Goldman’s adaptation of the classic Susan Hill ghost story. The story revolves around a young lawyer who is sent to a rural north village to settle the affairs of a recently deceased resident. Whilst there he encounters terrifying apparitions, mysterious deaths and is forced to uncover the villages dark and evil secret, the woman in black.   

Whilst the film itself cannot be described as scary it certainly seems to capture the creepy vibe of the classic ghost story. Radcliff himself seems to have truly shed his image of the boy who lived in this film, and is unrecognisable as our intrepid hero. Unfortunately his supporting characters seem a little wooden and too pantomime when compared to the dark and sinister realism that the film seems to be aiming for. Overall this looks like a good thriller and is likely to keep you entertained, maybe even make you jump in parts but it is not the truly terrifying picture that the woman in black should have been.

Verdict: Toss a coin

The Muppets – 10/02/2012

Finally  the Muppets arrive on our British screens, months after the Americans had the release the 2012 adventures of Kermit and the gang is here (personally I think its revenge for us getting Thor first). I have been truly excited about this film and following everything I could since I found about its creation 2 years ago. Written by and starring Jason Segel this film promises to be a comedy fest of epic proportions. 

The story is a classic Muppet style tale, 12 years after their last adventure the gang has all gone their separate ways, but when a diehard fan discovers an Evil Oil Tycoon’s plan to demolish the old muppet theatre he sets out to reunite the group for one last show. You can be sure this film will be filled with classic muppet style humour, from the silly slap-stick of Gonzo to the dark sarcasm of Rizo, with maybe a bit of domestic violence from Miss Piggy. All in all there isn’t much to say other than go see this film, the trailer alone is enough to spark the nostalgia inside.

So all I can say is it’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights,...

Verdict: See this film multiple times