Elysium Movie Review - Will

Elysium   

Reviewed by William Monck

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Genre: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi

Year of release: 2013

Director: Neill Blomkamp

Starring: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster and Sharlto Copley
Run time: 109mins

In the year 2154, The earth has become overpopulated and poverty stricken, all the most wealthy have left earth to live in a space station called elysium, where they enjoy a lush lifestyle with modern medical and leisure technologies. This leaves the people of earth jealous as they look up at the space station due to there poverty. Thus sets the story of elysium. A poor man Max (Matt Damon) has always wanted to go live in elysium, and when times turn bad for him he takes a risky job for some futuristic gagsters to get there. With his life on the line takes on a dangerous mission, one that pits him against Elysium's defense officer Delacourt (Jodie Foster) and her hard-line forces. If he completes his job, he could save not only his own life, but millions of people on Earth as well.

I personally found the storyline quite intriguing, as I was not expecting it to be an amazing story but it turned out better than I thought. The whole journey was a on screen spectacular with the combination of futuristic and modern technologies being used at the same time by the people in poverty and the wealthy class on elysium. The Action scenes where thrilling and the whole story ended as I would it expect it to, not too happy but happy. Overall the combination of a good plot and good si-fi CGI I rate this a delicious 7.8/10 Fudges. 

Final rating: 7.8/10 Fudges.

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Pulp Fiction Review

Review By Brent Williams

Pulp Fiction

Starring: John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Therman and Bruce Willis
Director: Quentin Tarantino
Genre: Crime, Drama, Black Comedy
Year of Release: 1994

“Zed’s Dead, baby. Zed’s Dead.”

A neo-noir crime film that follows four separate storylines that intertwines to create a spectacular blend of violence and deliverance. 

Plot:
A strong plot should always hold the foundation for characters to react and adapt to. It allows the audience to follow along with the journey and grow with the characters. The fragmented and time-bending story telling used in this by Tarantino adds a twist to the conventional means. With all four of the storylines occurring at different times it conveys a greater meaning to certain scenes rather than it was to be sequential. Although the four storylines are simple enough it is how the characters from each interact, a pivotal character to one is simply a side character to another it’s experimental style and outrageous violence mixed in with black humour marks it as a gripping plot. 

Characters:
Pulp Fiction won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1995 and you can tell instantly upon watching. It is filled to the brim with cool one liner’s; aptly delivered by a star studded cast. The hitmen Vincent and Jules are able to transfer seamlessly from philosophical musings to hilarious and memorable one liners without breaking character. Just goes to show the detail that went behind the characters. Uma Therman is particularly memorable in her portrayal as the haunting and troubled actress Mia. All characters seemed in place within the world of Pulp Fiction.

Overall:
A quirky and memorable film that has tangible rewatch value due to its incredible soundtrack and brilliant characters (One fudge point for Jules Ezekiel 25:17 monologue).
9/10 Fudges

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Django Unchained Review - Adam

Django Unchained

Reviewed by Adam Eldershaw

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Genre: Drama, Action, Western

Year of release:  25 December 2012

Director: Quentin Tarantino

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chrisoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Samuel L Jackson

Django Unchained is a great modern rendition of a genre(Western) that hasn't been done as much as it used to be. Tarantino was able to make a movie that would hit really hard with audiences from many walks of life by using the brutal reality of the issue of slavery in the times in which the movie was set. Through the use of violent action sequences, detailed CGI and practical effects; the message of the darkness surrounding this past moment in human history really adds a deeper and more real factor to the movie. In saying this though, Tarantino also uses elements of comedy to and drama to break up the tension and violence to give a very balanced feel to what he has made.
 Jamie Foxx's performance as Django was brilliant and he was able to perfectly fit the protagonist tough guy persona that this film needed. Waltz' character "Dr Schultx" filled the role of adding heart to the story through his relationship with Django and the friendship that followed. Calvin Candie (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his butler Stephen (Samuel L Jackson) were able to give a very sinister and violent spin to theirs roes through their acting ability and their ability to hold character even when scenes dont go to plan to create some of what i consider to be the best acting in modern cinema.
The performances of everyone involved with this movie is what has mad this the movie that it is. It is a movie that will give so much more than you expect it to and will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time while watching it.

Final rating: 8.5 /10 fudges.

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Shaun of the Dead

Shaun of the Dead

Reviewed by Sam Sietsma

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Genre: Comedy, Horror

Year of release: 2004

Director: Edgar Wright

Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Kate Ashfield

The first movie of the fabled ‘three flavours cornetto trilogy', Shaun of the Dead is a comedy spoof of horror movies, and in particular zombie apocalypse movies. Shaun (Simon Pegg) lives with his best mate, Ed (Nick Frost) on the outskirts of London, in a boring and uneventful life. But, classic to all zombie movies, when the town is suddenly overrun with the undead, Shaun and Ed form a group of survivors to try to save his girlfriend Liz (Kate Ashfield) and themselves.

Director Edgar Wright is a genius when it comes to movies, with his unique filming style adding so much to the film on its own. From creative transitions, to comedic shots, and to interesting angles and contrasts, Edgar Wright controls and creates the flow of the entire film.

In addition, the interactions of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are of classic British comedy standards, giving a good laugh to the whole audience. The movie combines both the elements of quality filming and acting to create and overall great film.

Final rating: 9.1/10 fudges.

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Interstellar Movie Review - Peter

Interstellar   

Reviewed by Peter Batt

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Genre: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi

Year of release: 2014

Director: Christopher Nolan
Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain

Run time: 169mins

With our time on Earth fast running out, a small team of explorers taken the burden of the most important mission in human history. Another habitable planet must be found in order to sustain Earth's ever-growing population. Interstellar is a fast paced, adventure movie featuring Matthew McConaughey as Cooper who is also fighting a personal battle, to battle to see his family again. His love for his daughter, Murph, lead to the discovery that sparked the entire expedition, who he fights to see one last time. The movies employs a lot of theoretical physics which really increased the in-dept technicalities of the movie but unfortunately doesn't leave much room for a deep story line. For a movie that is based on the love between father and daughter, complicated physics plays too much of a role in decision making processes. The movie is extremely visually appealing, which modern 3D modelling techniques that result in stunning imagery. The movie includes the worlds most accurate 3D model of a black hole to date, adding to the immersive experience of the film. Overall, although the movie is incredibly appealing to the scientific mind, it lacks alot of storyline and detail to the empathetic part that really kicks this whole movie off. I am a sucker for good visual effects and adventure so I really loved this movie!

Final rating: 9.3/10 Fudges.

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Shawshank Redemption Movie Review - Adam

Shawshank Redemption

Reviewed By  Adam Eldershaw 44900759

Genre: Crime, Drama

Year of release: 1994

Director: Frank Darabont

Starring: Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton
Run time: 142min

The story is set in 1946, where we see a banker named Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) get convicted of a double murder, even though he firmly testifies against these accusations and claims he is innocent. He’s then sentenced to a life term at the Shawshank state prison in Maine where our main protagonist has to come to terms with the harsh reality of prison, where he would get abused relentlessly by both the other inmates and the guards. Andy soon makes friends with an Ellis “Red” Redding (Morgan Freeman) who looks out for him and together they slowly improve life in the prison together through redeeming themselves in the eyes of the guards through acts of common curtesy. Andy uses his banking skills to win favour with the warden (Bob Gunton) and the prison guards led by captain Byron Hadley (Clancy Brown) by helping Norton (the warden) with his illegal business schemes and keeping an eye on the investments of most of the prison guards. In exchange he is able to improve the prison library and restore some dignity and respect back to the other inmates in the prison, including Red. Due to it being based on a true story, Shawshank Redemption is a movie that has really stuck out and had a lasting impression on its audiences over the years and continues to be a brilliant movie to watch 20 years after it was made. Personally, it is one of my favourites due to the powerful depth that was given to each of the character, the amazing screen writing and also the use of Morgan Freeman to narrate the story has made this movie what it is today.

Final Rating: 9.5/10 Fudges.

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Pirates of the Caribbean Review - William

Pirates of the Caribbean

Reviewed by William Monck
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Genre: Comedy, Action, Fantasy, Pirates 

Year of release: 2003

Director: Gore Verbinski
Starring: Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom

Pirates of the Caribbean is a modern comedic twist to the pirates genre. The main characters Jack Sparrow, a salty pirate (Johnny Depp), is on a journey to claim his pirate ship back, the Black Pearl and Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) is trying to save the women he loves who is kidnaped by the current captain of the Black Pearl, 'Captain Barbossa'. Both Jack and Will team up on a funny action packed adventure to stop Captain Barbossa and his undead cursed crew. The old pirate type fight scenes and the all round action is really easy to enjoy. Johnny Depp's comedy as well as a good story line creates an awesome cinematic experience. 

Final rating: 8.5/10 fudges.

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Series of Unfortunate Events

Series of Unfortunate Events

Reviewed by Sam Sietsma

Genre: Comedy, Adventure

Year of release: 2004

Director: Brad Silberling

Starring: Jim Carrey, Jude Law, Meryl Streep

Series of Unfortunate Events is a tale of Lemony Snicket [Jude Law] recounting the stories of the three Baudelaire children following the loss of their parents in an unexplained house fire. The three are sent to their “closest” relative, the crazy Count Olaf [Jim Carrey] whose only care for the children is the huge fortune left in their name by their rich parents. 

The film uses eccentric characters and comedic scenes throughout, with a combination of dramatic escapes and cliffhanging adventure to keep the audience engaged. Director Brad Silberling incorporates mountains of greys and dull colours into the film, giving it a sad tone. Overall an exciting and comedic film, it is let down by occasional moments of poor acting by some of the characters, and a slightly over-the-top illogical plotline, such as flesh eating leeches, a lack of care from authorities for the children, and ultra-high-powered light reflecting mirrors.

As a childhood favourite of mine, it’s hard to criticise the film. However, in accordance with FudgeFace review laws, this movie receives a 7/10.

Final rating: 7/10 fudges.

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We hope you love our up and coming reviews, but before you read our reviews, get to know us first!

Meet the team:

Adam Eldershaw:
Hello! Im Adam and i am studying a bachelor of engineering, majoring mechanical engineering currently but I plan to swap over to a major in electrical engineering. After uni I would like to work in information systems and their design and possibly do that as contract work with government departments (eg millitary). One of my favourite movies is "Shawshank Redemption" which is a story of mystery and adventure. I hope I get the opportunity to do a review on a movie such as this as this genre is something that really intrigues me.

Peter Batt:
Hey guys, I'm Peter and I too am studying a bachelor of engineering majoring in mechatronics with honors. I hope to get into home and vehicle automation in order to make manufacturing and day to day tasks a lot easier. My favorite movie is Interstellar which follows under the genre of action/adventure. I would love to review a movie like Interstellar or The Martian.

William Monck:
Hey, I'm will and I am currently studying a bachelor if engineering majoring in mechatronics. My hopes for a career after uni would be mechatronics engineer for some automobile company such as Honda. My favorite movie is pirates of the carribian so I will definitely be reviewing this, and I love a good giggle so comedy is my favorite genre.

Brent Williams:
What's crackin'? The names Brent and I'm studying a Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Interactivity and Games. Post degree, I'd like to become a game designer and hopefully live in America. Any thing that is gun slinging and high intensity; so Western's and Thrillers are my game. However, my favourite movie is The Princess Bride, take that as you will.

Sam Sietsma:
Hey blog visitors! I am Sam, Sam i am and i am doing Global Business majoring in Spanish and Latin American studies! Later in my course i am hoping to do post-graduate teaching, and be a high school teacher. My favourite series of movies at the moment is the cornetto trilogy, directed by Edgar Wright, all of which i will be reviewing in the coming weeks! My favourite genre of film would definitely be comedy.


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