is an American martial arts film directed by RZA, it was written and developed by Eli Roth and RZA. The film stars Russell Crowe, Cung Le, Lucy Liu, Byron Mann, RZA, Rick Yune, David Bautista, and Jamie Chung. Set in 19th century China, the story follows a series of lone warriors who are forced to unite to defeat a common foe and save their home of Jungle Village. This film is intended to be an homage to Chinese Martial Arts movies, with RZA himself as a big fan of the genre, developing the idea since 2005. RZA is one of the members of the rap group named Wu tang clan, the group's name is itself inspired from classic kung-fu movies.
MY VIEW: I am a big fan of classic kung-fu movies, and if you are, this surely is a must-see. But inasmuch as I am indeed going to watch it, I might just wait for it on video or download, since this has been released last October 2012, the dvd copy might already be available somewhere.
is a Regal Films Production, directed by Peque Gallaga, and stars Richard Gutierrez, Sarah Lahbati, and Solenn Heussaff.
Its story is about A fireman who is drawn into relationships with two very different women. One fuels his passions, while the other promises security. This love triangle pushes all three to emotional extremes.
MY VIEW: number 1; Regal Films mean garbage; 2. Peque Gallaga has NOT directed a decent movie since the 80's; and 3. Richard Guttierez is the MOST AWFUL ACTOR in existence. All that this movie is, is a vehicle to ride on the popularity of the "infidelity" movies that have been trending on tagalog movies lately; and a vehicle to cash on the sexy appeal of Solenn. It's sure-stink dog-sh!t.
also known as CZ12, this is a 2012 Hong Kong-Chinese action film co-produced, written, directed by, and starring Jackie Chan. The film is a pseudo-reboot of a film franchise that began with Armour of God (1987) and its sequel, Armour of God II: Operation Condor. This was initially announced as Jackie's retirement from the action/martial arts/wild stunts genre. But with recent rumors about Expendables 3, we may see him again kick ass.
The story centers on JC (Jackie chan), a renowned treasure-hunter who is tasked to retrieve the long lost heads/busts of 12 animal statues representing the symbols of the Chinese zodiac (Dragon, Snake, Rooster, Monkey etc.) that were stolen from Beijing's Summer Palace centuries ago.
MY VIEW: This supposedly the third of Chan's "Asian Hawk" series, that is why I was initially excited to see it. But then, the reviews of this third installment have not been very pleasant. I am still going to watch it though, but not with very high expectations anymore. Maybe it is indeed time for Jackie to retire.
is an American action crime film directed by Ruben Fleischer, from a screenplay written by Will Beall, starring an ensemble cast that includes Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, Nick Nolte, Emma Stone, Sean Penn, Michael Peña, and Giovanni Ribisi.
The film is loosely based on the story of LAPD officers and detectives forming a group called the "Gangster Squad unit" who attempt to keep Los Angeles safe from Mickey Cohen and his gang during the 1940s and '50s.
MY VIEW: Regardless of all the negative reviews, this is one movie that has tickled my love for "tommygun era" gangster movies like The Untouchables and noir films. I am gonna watch it and hope that all the other critics' negative stand on the movie wont be applicable to me.
is a romantic zombie comedy film based on Isaac Marion's popular novel of the same name. Directed and written by Jonathan Levine, the film focuses on the development of the relationship between Julie (a teenage girl) and R (a zombie) and how their romance sets in motion a sequence of events that might transform the entire lifeless world. The film stars Nicholas Hoult and Teresa Palmer. The film's US release date is February 1. While here in the Philippines, this film opens this Thursday January 31, 2013.
MY VIEW: This film's hilarious and outrageous theme makes it look like a really fun movie. It seems like a simply surreal idea to meld romance with zombies, and I surely wouldnt miss it. I am definitely gonna watch this one.
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