This movie is awesome!!! Promise!

I really didn’t  know that there’s a Disney movie coming up. But all my Social Media sites are buzzing with Frozen. Everyone, apparently is hooked on the movie and it’s soundtrack. So last weekend, The Companion, Sissy and I watched this film.

It’s a story of two sisters – Elsa and Anna. Elsa, the eldest is cursed She could turn everything she touches into ice. Awesome  powers I must say. I won’t go into details anymore and  spoil the fun but it was really really interesting.

I love that this movie is all about sisters. Some say that they can relate to Elsa more (the elder sister with a secret and who run away from home) while the others say they relate more to Anna (the fun-loving, oozing with positivity and innocence). But I can relate to both of them. A part of me understands Elsa, being an elder sister. You really would do everything in your power to protect your younger siblings. While a part of me is so like Anna – I would believe in the goodness of my sister whatever happens and I would like to spend every minute with my sister.

I am so glad  I have a sister. This movie made me realize how lucky I am for having one. I am blessed to have a sister who’ll always stay by my side no matter what. I remember years ago, I had an issue with my parents. A major issue that lasted for months. I had no one. My aunts, some cousins, grandparents and uncles are all judging me. Hating on me. I only have my sister and my Nanay (Mila’s mother). I only have them as my forever kakampi. And my sister never left me. That made us closer even more. And now, I consider her as one of my best friends. The first person I’d share my deepest, darkest secrets. The first person I’d call if I needed anything. Because I know she won’t judge me. She loves me. She had no choice anyway. Harhar!

I really recommend that you guys watch it! And bring your kids if you have any. They’d surely enjoy all the singing!! And oh! It’s soooo funny as well.

xoxo,

Reigne

P.S.: Still wasn’t able to blog as much. Ugh! Hectic month! I’d try to gear up within this week. I have loads of posts sitting on my drafts. So watch out for that.

PLDT FIBR and NUFFNANG invited me and my plus one to watch The Hunger Games: Catching Fire last Thursday night at Shangri-La Mall. And since the sister has been bugging me about Catching Fire since last year, I asked her to be my plus one on this date.

Honestly, I was kinda hesitant to watch this film because Catching Fire is my favorite of the Hunger Games Trilogy. For me that’s the best. I simply can’t put the book down. And so, I embraced myself of the disappointments just incase.

And boy! I was so wrong! I really, really loved the film. So much! I think they gave a good book justice which is like, so rare especially for bookworms like myself. I always get so engrossed and so attached to my books that sometimes, if the movie version sucks, I got so affected. Hahahaha!

It must be because Jennifer Lawrence is really such a great actress. She is. What makes Catching Fire really interesting is the confused but so raw emotions of Katniss. She loves Gale but wanted to protect Peeta. She wanted to help the Districts but she so wanted to protect her family. She’s angry. She’s scared. She want them dead. But she wanna run away from them. And all of those, all those crazy emotions are shown on the film. And Jennifer Lawrence gave Katniss Everdeen the justice it deserves. You could really see the raw emotion just by looking at her eyes. Such a talented young lady she is, not to mention extremely beautiful and hot!

Of course, I must acknowledge Josh Hutcherson’s portrayal of Peeta. My hero. I am forever team Peeta since book 1. And I must say that he did look extra gwapo in this film. Promise! I thought I’d be swooning over Liam Hemsworth like I did on the first film but no! He’s so much hotter now. Hotter than Liam I think. Yay! And he’s also perfect for the role. Such a great actor that guy is. Pure love for Katniss. Just pure love.

And of course, the rest of the cast did their job well. All are great. The execution, the acting, the effects. Everything is just nicely done. Without overdoing anything. I also liked the fact that they stayed on the original plot. I hate it when films do that. Change so much of the plot, only to make it worst. Or omit certain scenes that are crucial. I think they showed everything nicely.

I highly recommend this film. Promise. You would surely enjoy. :)

xoxo,

Reigne

After getting my lab results yesterday, the companion and I decided to have a movie date since we’ll be missing each other next week. I’m off to Palawan for 5 freakin’ days and he keeps on saying he’ll miss me. *Mushy*

He wanted to watch a horror film to my dismay. In all honesty, lagi nyang pinu-push ang horror everytime we’re at the cinema na sya naman kinakabadtrip ko! Tigas ng skull eh! Sabi ng I don’t have the heart for horror films.

Anyway, I dragged him to Percy Jackson and The Sea of Monsters just because I wanna watch the film. I saw the first installment and actually liked it so I’m looking forward for the 2nd installment.

So how’s the movie you say? It was fun. I love greek mythology so the mere mention of Zeus, Hermes, Odysseus, Hades and Poseidon is enough to catch my attention. Like the first film, the effects are great and the storyline is just as captivating. I love Logan Lerman. He’s a sweetheart and his portrayal of Percy Jackson is just superb.

I love the action scenes and I think this movie is a great teaser for the next film. Now, I wanna know what happens now that Thalia, daughter of Zeus is alive. Nyahahaha!

Oh! And bring me those Percy Jackson books please. I wanna read it!!!

xoxo,

Reigne

Watched The Wolverine last night with the sister and the boyfriend after my check up. You see, back on the days when I am not yet a big movie fan – Wolverine is one of the few that really captured my attention. I am a big Wolverine fan. And I love Hugh Jackman. I honestly think that he is one of the most gorgeous man alive. Agree?

So it’s a no brainer that I won’t let this movie pass. Haven’t watched the trailer so I really don’t know what to expect. I was awed by the fact that this film is like Japanese movie altogether. Puro Hapon ang cast bonggels!

So you ask if I liked it? Of course! Its Wolverine. Hello?! What’s not to love? And Hugh Jackman as usual is superb. The boyfie loved it but not as much. Must be because it doesn’t have too much of kabog sa dibdib stunts. But we all know Wolverine right? Puso talaga ang panglaban. Pero paglabas namin sa cinema, he’s trying to imitate Wolverine. Parang baliw lang.

That scene where they are trying to capture The Wolverine by using arrows on him to stop him from moving and then using that deadly venomous arrow really broke my heart. Kaloka! All for Mariko! I wish I’m Mariko thhat very instant. To know that a man is willing to do everything within his power to save me. Waaaahh!

I still think though that the stunts are enough. Not too much but enough to keep your attention.

xoxo,

Reigne

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Was finally able to catch this movie with the companion yesterday!! I have been waiting for this film since last year after they released the “Banana” minion teaser.

We initially went to Robinson’s Ermita but it was jam-packed with kids and kids at heart so we decided to move to SM Manila where there are more cinemas showing the film.

Since it was a weekend, we watched it with loads of kids. And the cinemas are all packed with families. It was fun watching a cartoon film with kids actually. They are so cute. They laugh so hard the minute they saw the minions. And I must admit that it was hilarious.

I love those little minions!! They are the cutest. They are so funny in a cute way. The kids are all enjoying the film. Everyone’s glued on the screen. No crying baby there. All happy little faces.

And so my verdict? If you have a kid, a niece or a nephew. Or if you have a little inaanak, catch it with them and I’m sure you’d enjoy big time and they’d love you big time as well.

As for the kids at the heart, I am sure you’d find the film funny and would definitely take out all the stress from the busy week. But of course do not expect wonderful storyline or the likes. It was made for the kids anyway. And this film really focuses on the minions and the way they made everyone’s life a little funnier and happier.

xoxo,

Reigne

When my friend IM’d me to ask if I’d want to watch a movie with her and another friend, I just said yes without even asking what the movie is. It’s a Friday and I have all the right to relax. :)

Needless to say, I went to the cinema without even seeing the trailer of the movie I’m about to watch. I didn’t even read the synopsis. I don’t have the luxury of time to do that. I just trust my friend’s better judgment and prayed that I won’t feel sorry for my Php250.

And boy I was awed!!

This movie is by far one of the best one I’ve seen this year (except maybe Silver Linings Playbook who has a different genre anyway). Of course Iron Man is great, Furious 6 is awesome. But this one is simply the best! All three of us who watched it are in awe after leaving the cinema.

It’s basically a caper film but the one that sets it apart is that the criminals are these 4 magicians known as the 4 Horsemen and their crimes are televised. :) Making it a whole lot of fun.

The movie starts with snippets of the 4 magicians’ individual shows and how great they are. Each then received an invitation card and was brought together by an unknown benefactor or “the boss”. Then found themselves performing in Vegas as the 4 Horsemen.

Their Vegas performance finale is robbing a French bank with the help of an audience. And guess what? The French Bank found themselves robbed at the exact same time. And so the Interpol and the FBI was called to investigate the highly publicized robbery. The 4 magicians were even arrested and was questioned but they were released because of lack of evidence. Tama nga naman! Anong sasabihin nila sa judge? Ni-magic nung 4 yung pera?

It was then followed by another wonderful performance but this time, they robbed their manager. The funny thing is, they never took a cent of what they robbed. All of the money are given to the audience.

And so it was an endless habulan. Of magicians and the FBIs. There was even a car chase scene. But the thing that makes me like it so much is the fact that it was never boring. I find myself so engaged while watching the film. I would listen intently to the simple dialogues hoping to get a clue of what their next move is. Morgan Freeman’s role of being the ultimate fake magician’s secret revealer is awesome. He’d give hints on how the act was performed. The tricks that the thieves did in order to make one great show. And I find myself trying to dissect everything as I watch.

I also love the characters. It’s an all star cast and everyone was great. Jesse Eisenberg (of Facebook), Isla Fisher (of Confessions of Shopaholic), Dave Franco (James Franco’s brother and star of 21 Jump Street) and Woody Harrelson (of The Hunger Games) did a great great job! Woody Harrelson is a mentalist and was way too funny. There was never a dull moment on the film. I love the portrayal of the characters and them being this relaxed magicians kahit na nangangamoy kulong sila.

I can see that it was wonderfully directed and the stunts are wonderfully executed. It’s such an eye candy without being too much of a trying hard. What I love most is that you are being entertained but at the same time it just makes you think.

The storyline is something unique for me. If you saw anything similar then by all means leave a comment so I can watch that film. But so far it’s unique for me. Using 4 magicians as the main suspects of a highly organized crime is something wonderful. Tipong nakakaloka level.

And the twists!!!!! OMG! I won’t give spoilers. You know me, that’s not my thing. So go find out yourselves. I promise you wont regret it! :)

Go watch please!!! I am sure as hell you’d enjoy.

Oh! And there are some questions left un-answered on the film. Nangangamoy part 2!!!! :)

xoxo,

Reigne

I initially planned to watch this film on my birthday before the staycation. But we ran out of time coz my APE ends kinda late. We only had time for lunch before we head to the hotel.

And so when the companion asked me to watch it last night, even if I know its payday weekend, I gave in. :) And as expected, even if its already on its 2nd week, the cinemas are all jam-packed. There has been loads of hype for this film so I was really excited.

I’ve watched all Fast and Furious films. I am a sucker for cars and motorcycles so this specific franchise really interests me. Even way back on those days when I don’t really appreciate movies.

And this film truly delivers. Everything I expected is here. It’s an action-packed film full of car chase scenes, wonderful car maneuvers, heavy fight scenes and loads of comedy.

I just have to say its awesome because of the wonderfully executed stunts and heart-thumping scenes. It’s just waaaaayy awesome.

But I just have to mention one thing, there’s a scene in this film where the villain had a talk with Toretto. He said that every man should have a code to live by, his is PRECISION while Toretto’s is FAMILY. Initiating that Toretto’s code made him very predictable.

That scene made me think of my own code. I mean, in this life, we all live for something. Something we value, something we love, something important. And so what’s mine?

Probably its gonna be TODAY. I live for today. I live my life for today. Yesterday is done. Tomorrow is whole new chapter. I live for today and so I live my life to the fullest. And I am happy.

It’s a movie you shouldn’t miss if you love hard core action and race cars.

xoxo,

Reigne

I was so excited to watch this film. :) And my HS bestfriend is much more excited as she wanted us to catch it on the first day of screening. But getting iMax tickets are so so difficult! I swear!

Anyway, we finally got decent seats on a Saturday morning screening which actually turned out great since my friend and her friend are Call Center peeps so it worked on their schedule. :) If you follow me on twitter you’d probably know how excited I was for my Tony Stark date at iMax.

And boy! Iron Man didn’t disappoint at all! We all love Tony’s wit and sarcasm and funny lines and there are loads of those in this film. But what I loved most is that they have finally shown the soft side of Tony. That side where there is pure love for Pepper. I am beyond kilig on their love story. On the first 2 installments, I find Gwyneth just another superhero leading lady. But in this film, she has transformed into every woman’s envy. Pangarap kong maging Pepper!! Yung mahal na mahal lang ni Iron Man!!!!! Nakakalokaaaaaaaaaa!!

Watching it on iMax proved to be the best decision ever. I love iMax to the core. All of my iMax experience are perfect. Except pag may tumatayo in the middle of the film or pag may pumapasok while the film has already started. I mean, come on!

Anyway, its action packed and is very much of an eye candy on 3D. I love the cinematography and the effects. I love the action scenes. Though its not as action packed as GIJoe, I still think it has enough of those to thrill the boys. And enough heart to touch the women. Another perfect movie date.

I mean, whatever I say here I know won’t matter. You’d watch Iron Man whatever the review is right? But here’s my take on this, if you love 3D, shelling out extra bucks for an iMax experience is definitely worth it!!!! :) And oh! Stay for the after credits my dears. I am excited to watch the stories of the other Avengers. :) Eto na naman po tayooooooo..

xoxo,

Reigne

Never heard of it until a friend asks me out to watch it. :)

It’s a Tom Cruise sci-fi movie that’s set sometime on the 2070’s. It started by telling what happened to earth sometime between 2017-2070’s. We got invaded by aliens, our moon was destroyed, mankind won the war and now they are all migrating to a moon in Jupiter! Whoah!

Jack Harper (TC) and Victoria (Andrea Riseborough) are like the “clean up” team. They are taking care of the earth while the humans are sucking all the water from earth to be transported to Jupiter. There are still some aliens left on the planet so they have this robot police that sweeps the area. Jack’s memory was swiped but he remembers a certain girl. The girl who turned out to be his wife Julia (Olga Kurylenko).

It was actually a very nice film. Though it may seem boring to some, I find it really interesting. It’s boring coz it’s all narrative at the start. Very limited fight scenes. But loads of whoah and oooohhh on the graphic and the storyline. I find interesting coz it made me think. It made me wonder. It really does transport me to 2070’s where everything is different. Though I am hoping that no alien invasion would happen sometime in 2017. Oh dear! Hindi pa ko ready ma-meet si Kokey! Nyaharhar…

If you want an action-packed film, don’t waste money on this one. But if you want something to ponder on, if you want your mind to work while watching a movie then by all means watch it. And pakisabi sa akin kung sino/ano ba talaga si Sally! Isa lang kasi syang triangle sa end ng movie eh. Hahahahaha!

Watched this with my HS best friends and I sure had fun!!

Wasn’t able to watch the first installment of the G.I.Joe franchise so I was kinda lost on the plot of this second film. So I suggest that you watch the first film if you really wanna follow the happenings on this movie. BUT even though I was kinda lost with the story, that doesn’t stop me from enjoying! :)

It’s super action-packed. Breath-taking stunts. Awesome fight scenes. Hot men and gorgeous abs. Everything you’re looking for is here. It’s more than entertaining really. :) Watched it on 3D and I was really amazed on how wonderfully executed the effects are. This movie won’t give you room to breathe. It’s action after action after action after action.

But I must say that my favorite on this film would have to be Storm Shadow.

Just look at him and I know you’d understand why I so love this guy. First he’s Chinese (my personal weakness) or rather, Korean. Second, and most importantly, look at his body!!!! :) When he went out of that “aquarium” thingy shirtless and did his fight scene, I was really hysterical. Sumabog ang ovaries ko!!! Hindi ko kinaya. I went there and was super excited to see Channing Tatum and got my heart broken because he died earlier on the film (parang si Liam Hemsworth sa Expendables). But Storm Shadow sure did heal my broken heart. And I think I feel deeply inlove with him. Char!

This Korean actor is actually great on fight scenes! Well, they all are actually. Snake Eyes is played by martial artist and you could really notice his suave moves in this film. The Rock of course is great and the girls are just awesome! Bruce Willis sure adds flavor on this film and a lot of comedy. I loved how they showed the Channing-The Rock friendship. It was so real and very funny. Lahat magaling. It was well directed actually.

This is perfect for couples for their movie dates. The guys would love the action, while the girls would enjoy the abs! Win-win situation. Everybody happy!

Be sure to catch this okay?! Wag palampasin. Promise!!

xoxo,

Reigne

Been hearing loads of good reviews about this film so I decided to catch it with a friend. And boy, I am so glad I did!

It’s a story about a con artist and stage magician named Oz who got lost in the wonderful world of Oz. It was Theodora (played by Mila Kunis) who first saw him and told him of the prophecy that he’ll be the one who’ll restore the kingdom’s peace and kill the wicked witch Glinda (played by Michelle Willimas). Theodora fell in love with him and Oz being the great womanizer that he is made her believe that the feeling is mutual until Evanora (played by Rachel Weisz) made Oz kill Glinda - who turned out to be the good witch, and poison Theodora’s mind and turned her into a bad witch. Bottomline, it was Evanora who’s bad. Won’t bother to tell you the details of course, you’d easily get that on Wikipedia.

Let’s now go on what I thought about the film, shall we?

And so I keep on telling my date how great it’ll look on 3D. Too bad its not available in 3D anymore when I watch it. Tsk! The graphics are awesome and is wonderfully created. The China Doll and the flying monkey looks so real. The facial expressions and everything. The way that the Land of Oz was created is just perfect. Promise, it’ll be a sight to behold on 3D. And the kids would surely love it.

Its an all star cast and kudos to Disney for pulling out a great casting. James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz and Michelle Williams??! How can that not be perfect? Each actor has portrayed their role excellently. And can I just mention how gorgeous Rachel Weisz is? I can’t believe she’s an effective villain. With that angelic face of hers.

But what I love most about the film is the story and how it was executed. Its so funny! You see, everyone in Oz thought Oz is a wizard with great magical powers which he is so not! The only one who knew it (as Oz told him himself) is Finley, the winged monkey. So what Oz did was act like a wizard and did all this weird things which luckily made him look like he’s got some magical powers. Its very funny!! And that “final act” and “greatest performance of my life” scenes are super hilarious. He uses smoke machines and image projector (which is like “magic” to the land of Oz) and then uses fireworks and everything to scare the wicked witch. Super funny. You just have to watch it yourself!!

Yey for another great film from Disney. This is one of those film that is so worth your time. And if I ever have kids, I’d make sure they watch it. It’s an eye candy and very funny film but most of all, it teaches values and morals and all those things that we must teach our kids.

xoxo,

Reigne

Struck by Lightning is a film written, produced and starred by the one and only Kurt Hummel of Glee – Chris Colfer. This young man is so talented!!

Anyway, it’s a story of a young man who was struck by lightning and died and then recounted the way he blackmailed his friends into contributing into some literary magazine that he’s publishing so he could get accepted on the collage that he so wanted.

He is from a broken family with a sick on the head mother and is part of the geek and is always at the bottom heap of the high school pyramid. The film talks about the stereotyping of most high schools and how those that are not labeled as cool are bullied and everything. Just like Glee but without singing and with much more drama.

It shows how each and everyone of the those labeled as “cool” has dirty secrets that he used in blackmailing them. Oh the perks of being a journalist. Hahaha!

It’s a nice film actually. Beautifully written and is just perfect for teens. So to Kurt Hummel – good job kiddo! :)

xoxo,

Reigne

Right after our company outing, my friends and I decided to extend our already very tiring day by catching this film. Saw it on the trailer and I kinda liked it so I said yes. And besides, I need to keep up with the movies these days.

The movie is about a boy named Jack who, for some luck or maybe the lack of it, found himself holding a couple of beans. Saw his house being hoisted upwards by a tree with a princess in tow. Then, just because he likes the princess, found himself getting up the giant tree to rescue his beloved. Its actually your usual Jack and the Beanstalk fairytale but is more gruesome and packed on 3D.

So did I like it?

I did. It was heart thumping action film with giants and beans and crowns and bad guys and a lot of running. We were actually joking because Jack became the giant slayer and is feeling like a giant killer expert after killing one old, yucky giant chef. Hahahaha…

Overall it was entertaining. Something you could watch with your barkada and just have fun while at the cinema. The movie is a bit funny and is action-packed. Though the start of the film is a bit slow but has kept up with much action as the story progress.

Be sure to catch the film. :)

xoxo,

Reigne