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Nacho Libre

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What do you get when you cross a Christian Brother, with Mexican masked wrestling, a Skinny Sidekick, and a nun which this brother is attracted to?

You get the life of Nacho. He dreams of becoming a pro luchador, for the fame and glory the title possesses. He also wants to help the orphans too, and of course impress the Sister Encarnación. Unfortunately, going pro is a bit harder than anticipated, and believe it or not, the church looks down upon the violent sport.

Will Nacho succeed in his quest for fame and food for orphans? Only through his stretchy pants and the Lucha mask will we find out.

Things I Liked

Nacho has a heart to serve the orphans which live at his parish. While a bit of what he does is for the glory, it is clear throughout the film his heart lies in making it possible for the orphans to live a better life.

What is a hero without a sidekick? For Nacho, not much. Esqueleto is that sidekick. He is loyal as a dog, and honestly, portrayed not to be much smarter than one. When everyone abandons Nacho in his quest, his friend sticks with him and provides words which encourage Nacho to continue on and persevere.

Things I Didn’t Like

One of the foremost things I did not like was Nacho does things which are wrong, to help “the greater good”. That good being the orphans. He lies, steals, cheats, and breaks his oath in fighting in the wrestling matches. He isn’t a hero we should admire. He pride himself in gags and passing gas. He is rude with food and possesses poor manners, if any at all. Immature, boisterous, rebellious, and crude. Nacho is all of these things.

Then comes in Sister Encarnación, and things get, quite frankly, grossly sticky in terms of innuendo and tension. Nacho is infatuated with the nun, and asks her personal questions which are grossly uncomfortable. He displays his body in front of her, especially his gluteus maximus, and talks about breaking their solemn vows to run away and start a family. In addition to that, at a party an aggressive woman chases Esqueleto in order to love him. We see him being dragged across the floor to her.

The violence in this film dips to the grade school level. Crotch shots, hair pulling, biting, and other forms of slapstick beat up Nacho and his sidekick quite soundly. Early in the film, we see two men tussle in the dirt like school boys over some chips. A man is smacked on the head with a cello… Overall the violence can be described as a crudely twisted humour which is meant to be funny, but winds up just losing the match. This movie is gross- and that grossness is meant to be funny? Nacho eats a raw eagle egg. Or at least tries. He snorts food out of his nose, he accentuates the fact he is overweight, and more.

The dirty language in this flick includes a lot of implied cursing, but it is never actually spoke. A man is called a douche, boyish insults fly constantly, and trash talk is exchanged in the ring.

Closing thoughts

With any Jack Black movie you can pretty much expect the following: Crass slapstick humour, a bumbling hero, and a weak message.

Indeed, we find all of these in this movie too. I watched this at the recommendations of some adult friends, who guaranteed me it was “Hilarious”. Expecting something different than what I had watched earlier (School of Rock), and knowing the rich culture behind Mexican Free Fighting, I thought this would be more mature, more refined.

I was wrong.

Nacho Libre is a  crude comedy which dabbles in just enough innuendo to remain “harmless”, yet imply exactly what is meant to be conveyed. Ridiculous half naked fat stunt men slam, smack, and bite each other in clearly fake wrestling matches, meant to be funny I assume… And the “hero” is given justification for stealing and breaking his oath for the “greater good”.

The little light in the move is, as I have mentioned, the care about the orphans. But that light is dim compared to the rest of the film.

So what’s the point of the movie? I’m not sure really, but I’m calling this one pinned. Pinned by the depths of  gross humor, the crude sexual jargon, and immature violence. Don’t waste your Libre (freedom) on this film, or at least, know that is is not funny as the fans make it out to be.

2013
06/13
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Star Trek: Into Darkness

Star-Trek-Into-Darkness_1440x900Kirk is in some ways, the ideal Starfleet captain. He is brave, confident, and strong. However, when he breaks the prime directive to save one of his crew, he loses not only the enterprise which he commands, but his rank as well. Outraged at the regulations in Starfleet, Kirk plans to leave the academy forever.

But before he does, a new threat rises in the city. A terrorist and former Starfleet member, John Harrison, begins savage attacks on civilians and Starfleet headquarters. Through tragic and unforeseen events, Kirk again gains command of the Enterprise. He is given one directive- eliminate John Harrison at all costs. Just one problem, Harrison is in the Klingon sector, and has not received a trial for his crimes.

Kirk is torn between morals and duty. Having virtually no experience in crimes of this scale, he doesn’t know who to trust, what is right, or how to command. He doesn’t know what he is supposed to do, only what he can do. Can he lead the Enterprise and do what is right? Or will he learn the hard way, leading a military vessel can come at an immense cost?

Things I liked

While “Into Darkness” revolves around many characters, the main character of focus is James T. Kirk. Jim has a lot of strengths, but a lot of issues. He is confident, but ignores rules. He cares for his crew, but is arrogant. He is brave, but often takes unnecessary risks. Early in the film he boasts to a higher officer who is reprimanding him- “I haven’t lost one crew member. Not one.” To which the officer replies:

“Do you know what a pain you are? You think the rules don’t apply to you. There’s greatness in you, but there’s not an ounce of humility. You think that you can’t make mistakes, but there’s going to come a moment when you realize you’re wrong about that, and you’re going to get yourself and everyone under your command killed.”

This is the place from which Jim starts. A young arrogant buck who thinks he has it all figured out. Through the movie we see that arrogance replaced with an understanding of humility. Unlike the recent movie I watched, Ironman 3, Kirk learns that rules exist for a reason, and that arrogance does bring a very hard fall.

Christopher Pike fills the father figure role in Kirk’s life. When no one else believes in him after he is stripped of his command, Pike comes and encourages and mentors him. He gives Kirk a second chance, which Jim does not deserve in the least. Grace is a powerful teaching tool, and Pike uses it to equip Jim for future success.

The supporting cast of the Enterprise is a great one to watch. Spock is loyal to the core in regulations, and reminds Kirk of moral implications of acting against those rules. Scotty forgives Jim many a time with no hard feelings, an excellent reminder not to hold grudges. Uhura in one place, shows the value of communication over violence. And Dr. McCoy shows mercy and care to the enemies of Starfleet. All the characters learn from each other in their strengths, and remind each other of their weaknesses. The teamwork shown in the Enterprise is great fun to watch.

John Harrison is a man consumed by hatred, grief, and revenge. He strives to avenge earth of the crimes committed against his family, and that means destroying all of earth. Through the movie he manipulates others to get what he wants, but in the end is destroyed by his passionate lust for vengeance. It is good to be reminded we should not hold in our hearts bitterness and anger for those who have sinned against us.

Similarly, there is a member of Starfleet driven by fear and desire of power. He is destroyed as well. Every-time a character who breaks regulations or acts selfishly, that person ultimately comes to a terrible end or suffers severe consequences.

Finally, I loved seeing the enterprise, the crew, and space created in such a way which completely redefined how we view Star Trek movies, but tipped the hat many times over towards the Original Series. The characters replicate perfectly the personas of the originals. The dialogue is witty at times, and deep in others. It is a very well made movie from a cinematography and script writing perspective.

Things I Didn’t Like

Into darkness brings a level of violence never seen before in the Star Trek world. John Harrison is ruthless in his killings. We see him gun down a room of people from a ship, take out an entire legion of Klingons, crush a man’s head with his bare hands, breaks a girl’s leg, and generally pummel anyone who opposes him. Spock has his share of physical altercations as well. Twisting arms and using the Vulcan neck pinch.

Aside from Harrison’s deeds. People are blasted with phasers, we see multiple crew members get sucked into the vacuum of space when the hulls of ships are blown open. A man dies from radiation overexposure. Many people are shown bloody and beaten up. When a ship falls into earth’s orbit, it takes out dozens of buildings. Presumably with people in them.

Kirk is shown in bed with two female looking aliens wearing lingerie. Carol Marcus tells Kirk to turn around as she needed to change clothes. Kirk, of course, looks, and so does the camera. there is a few second shot of her in nothing but a bikini style of dress. Spock and Uhura kiss a few times. And McCoy dips into his well known use of profanity and suggestive comments. Many different crude words are used, many times.

God’s name is taken in vain about six times.

Closing Thoughts

The core of “Star Trek: Into Darkness” lies not a terrorist manhunt, a rouge Starfleet officer, or a memorable cast of shipmates. This movie, ultimately, is about leadership. Kirk is a powerful leader, and he knows that. What he doesn’t realize, before learning through some difficult lessons, what leadership is. He learns leadership isn’t having the title of captain, or having a big ship, but rather it is service. In a climatic moment Kirk makes a choice where he offers himself for the crew of the ship. It is at that point we realize Kirk isn’t the arrogant young kid anymore… We watch him change into a captain worthy of commanding the Enterprise. Kirk learns from his mistakes, and becomes a servant to his crew. That is the most powerful message in this film.

There are many other great things shown. The crew of the enterprise embody sacrifice and courage. John Harrison and other people who act selfishly are destroyed by their own flaws. Much wisdom is shown through Spock’s advice- that sometimes you must disobey authority to do what is morally and biblically right.

The movie also has its downsides. The sometimes savage violence makes one flinch at times. The brief undress shown of Carol Marcus is enough to make anyone with a sound mind to turn his/her head. And even though it is “the military” the expletives are frustrating and unpleasant.

Even with these inexcusable flaws, I found this film to be a great teacher of not only how to lead, but also the importance of making a moral choice, not blindly following the commanded one. Into Darkness makes it clear the right or moral choice is sometimes hard to find. When the right choice is found though, there is then the difficulty of deciding to act upon it. Kirk always does. No, he doesn’t follow regulations perfectly. But he always puts what he feels is right and moral above anything else. While the lack of God is prevalent in Kirk’s choices, we can clearly apply this mindset and many principles shown in this flick to our Christian walk.

That’s why I’ve decided while this movie may indeed dip into darkness, the overacting themes of  learning humility, leadership, and acting upon conscience are incredibly commendable. A light is shone on what a true leader is, and the suffering selfishness brings. It leads with an imperfect message, like all films, but this is one from which I’d say we all can learn and benefit.

2013
06/05
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Iron Man 3

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We’ve all made mistakes. We’ve all done wrong. In doing so, we’ve made demons. That is, negative consequences for the choices we have made.

Tony Stark is no exception. “I’m Tony Stark. I build neat stuff, got a great girl, occasionally save the world. So why can’t I sleep?” Tony has a lot of trials he’s facing in life. Ever since the Avenger initiative, things haven’t been the same. He tasted death and he doesn’t like it. Not. One. Bit. He spends days on end “tinkering” on his Iron man suit, making it better, adding cybernetics to himself, and testing new ideas. Locked away in his shop, he comes out to be with his girl, and occasionally make a trip to the local bar.

Until that is, a terrorist force grips America in fear. The government is powerless to stop a teacher called “The Mandarin”. What’s more, strange explosions, with no evidence of bomb material are occurring throughout the world. Tony decides to make the fight personal. He challenges The Mandarin to try to take him out and makes a promise Ironman will remove this blemish from the face of the earth.

The Mandarin strikes first, and as seen in the trailer, destroys tony’s multibillion dollar home, and everything along with it. Now without a functional suit, superhuman killers hunting him, and a girl to protect, Tony learns even Ironman isn’t invincible.

And Demons, can come back to haunt you.

Things I liked

Tony Stark is a pained man in this movie. He struggles with anxiety, pride, and purpose. Sadly, he fails to recognize any of those. One of the most powerful lessons in this film, is that of what pride can do to a man. “Pride goes before a fall” The scriptures say… And boy. Do we see Tony fall. Because of his pride he loses his home, his health for a time, his suits, and more. Because of his pride, he created a demon years ago which now comes back to bite him in a very painful way. Pride is the great destroyer in this movie, and Tony has to stoop low and ask for help from common people, even a boy, if he is to fix the monster he unknowingly created. Does he learn the value of humility  Quite honestly, no. He doesn’t. But we can, and it is painful to watch his fall, and see him learn the hard way.

What is the measure of a man? Certainly not a fancy suit which can fly. We see that here. Tony relies on technology so much in his life, we see how dangerous it is to learn to lean on things, which can break, instead of people. Tony finds he must ask others for help instead of a computer program. That he has to use his own mind, instead of letting a algorithm do it for him. In our age of smartphones, tablets, and the internet I find it fitting to see a message of how important it is not to base our sustenance off these things.

Another great lesson taught is the importance of every interaction we have with others. Because of the way Tony treated one man years ago, the terrible threat he faces today is the result.  It was a great reminder, every person we come into contact with we share Christ as a witness, or not. And every interaction has ramifications, either good or bad.

Every great thing begins with an idea, then is eventually destroyed by compromise. That’s what the movie says anyway. Compromising on principles and values are shown to have devastating consequences. We also see some genetic manipulation of people result in terrible effects as well, showing what happens when you try to make God’s creation into something it wasn’t meant to be.

Things I Didn’t Like

Even though Tony goes most of the film without his suit, the violence and body count is extremely and grossly high. Terrorists vaporize civilians with a new technology. A bodyguard, the lone survivor, is shown badly burned, scarred, and bloody. The technology is, quite simply, using people as bombs. They heat up and then… explode. The pain in their face is shown as they become bright hot and then… Boom.

A woman who is enhanced genetically attacks Tony in a bar, and a vicious fight ensues. In the aftermath we see her body hanging from electric lines. A man is shot through the chest with tony’s Arc Reactor. Dozens of soliders and public officials are gunned down, beat up, shot, and shot again. A civilian is shot in the head on live TV.

Stark’s enemies wind up facing Tony in his suit, and he shows no mercy. They are killed in many ways… Being shot, broken, tossed, drowned, vaporized…. the list goes on. Because of their inhuman enhancements, we are tempted to forget they are still human… but they are, and they die in many painful ways at the hands of ironman.

Tony and Pepper are living together, yet not married… But that is just the start of a lot of sensual stuff that isn’t extreme, but most definitely unneeded. Girls are displayed in Bikinis and lingerie more than a few times in the film. A one night stand is talked about and there is a flashback about that. There is also a lot of innuendo about certain actions.

The language was very frustrating in this film, mainly because there was an attempt at humour through it. God’s name is used in vain various times. The S, A, D, P, B and many other crude words are used… many times.

Closing Thoughts

“Ladies, children, sheep… Some people call me a terrorist. I consider myself a teacher. Lesson number one: Heroes, there is no such thing.” ~The Mandarin~

What makes a one a Hero? A hero is one who has incredible qualities worthy of emulation. Qualities of selflessness, courage, and service to others- No matter what the cost. A hero is one who takes whatever they have, and uses it for the benefit of others to the point where they themselves, have given everything they have in the process of helping another. Christ, of course, is the only perfect Hero.

Ironman 3 gives Tony Stark  a chance to become a true hero. In the previous two films he has done his thing of zipping around, beating up a few bad guys, and calling it a day. In this movie, it is different. Tony doesn’t always have his suit, and the bad guys aren’t exactly easy to find or beat up. Tony discovers something in this film that he hadn’t realized years past.

“My suit was never a distraction or a hobby. It was a cocoon. And I’m a new man.” ~Tony Stark~

To be honest, I wanted to like this movie. I wanted to see Tony becoming a hero we could emulate, like we see in The Dark Knight Rises. I wanted to see that new man who choose once, just once, to do something not for himself. After pondering this film over the weekend with the various quotes and actions Tony makes, I can say this new man isn’t really that new. Refurbished might be the better term. In reality, Tony is the same guy, just humbled and puts himself back together again. I look at his actions for Pepper, and see they are self serving, not self sacrificial.

Don’t get me wrong, the movie has some excellent teaching points regarding pride, the importance of our interactions with others, and the destruction greed can bring. It brings up interesting points on Bioethics, government, and business. Conversely, It also reveals foolish sensuality, crude speech, and ups the ante yet again in terms of violent content.

So if you go see this movie, don’t go expecting to see Ironman turned into a true superhero, like I did. But rather, Expect to see Ironman made into… a man. A man who learns he isn’t invincible, but fails to realize the value of selfless living. That’s what makes this movie, more or less, like the suits Tony tinkers with. Sure they have purpose, they teach lessons, and they have the flash, bang, and sizzle we’ve come to expect from films like this. But open the suit up, and instead of  finding a hero just as incredible as the suit, you’ll find it hollow. Wanting of someone more than the person who made it.

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Iron Man 3

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“Things are different now, I have to protect the one thing that I can’t live without.”

Since that epic battle in New York, nothing has been the same for Tony Stark. In his own words, “You experience things, and then they’re over. I can’t sleep, and when I do I have nightmares.” Ever since the Avengers assembled to save the world, Stark has become a damaged and suffering man living in a world he no longer understands. Tinkering with his Iron Man suits merely serves as an escape from the real world, and, when “demons” from Stark’s past suddenly appear in his life and threaten to destroy everything he holds dear, will Iron Man realize that hiding is not the solution?

The Good

Who is Tony Stark without his suit? This is a question that not even Stark himself knows the answer to and this film documents the dramatic and raw journey of discovery. While this film does have some exciting scenes, engaging dialogue, and entertaining elements, the themes it provides for thought are definitely the most rewarding aspect.

Arrogant. Egotistical. Narcissistic. These are all words that can be used to describe the character of Tony Stark. However, as Proverbs 16:18 says, “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall,” Stark does experience his fall and learns the right lessons through it. We watch such a vainglorious character transform from a pompous “genius, billionaire, playboy philanthropist” (to use Stark’s own description of himself) into a man who is stripped of his illusion of strength and experiences true brokenness and humility. Iron Man 3 chronicles more than just another action-packed adventure; it tells a story of identity and transformation. Previously, in Iron Man 2, Stark had proclaimed, “I am Iron Man. The suit and I are one. To turn over the Iron Man suit would be to turn over myself.” Throughout this latest installment in the Iron Man trilogy, that view is radically changed and Stark is finally able to admit to himself that his suit was nothing more than a “cocoon” that enabled a new man emerge from it’s shell.

Protection and sacrifice were both themes that I appreciated as much as the emphasis on humility. The previous Iron Man film ended with Tony Stark and Pepper Potts finally in a serious relationship and it is refreshing to watch the way they both sacrifice to protect each other. In a moment of anger and pride, Stark jeopardizes the safety of “the one thing he can’t live without.” Once he realizes his mistake, however, he is broken and his apology is sincere. Multiple times Stark compromises his own safety in order to ensure Pepper’s. What a vast difference this is from the old Tony Stark who only cared about himself; now he loves Pepper and is willing to put her needs and safety before his own. Pepper’s character has always been one of a feminine woman who supports and aids the hero without getting involved in the action herself but that perception is altered somewhat in this installment. After she endures a terrible ordeal, Pepper is worried for herself and Tony and she is terrified that she might inadvertently harm the man she loves. However, Tony reassures her, “I can make you better. I fix stuff.” Both are willing to be there for each other in good times as well as bad and make sacrifices necessary to protect the other.

Another concept that is worth thinking about is introduced in a statement by Stark at the opening of the film. He remarks, “You start something pure, something exciting then come the mistakes, the compromises. We create our own demons.” This quote and the way it is a crucial aspect to the plot provides some excellent food-for-thought. Even if it doesn’t acknowledge the true nature and source of evil, it does inspire people to consider their actions towards others and realize that the compromises we make now can have deadly ramifications for our future. Despite the fatalistic tone of this statement, the story is not void of following up with messages of hope and redemption and overcoming mistakes.

The Bad

The MPAA rated this film PG-13 for “sequences of intense sci-fi action and violence throughout, and brief suggestive content.”

Even though Iron Man 3 is full of some excellent themes and messages worth thinking about, it is not void of negative content and it contains much of the risque content found in the other two Iron Man films.

Yes, Tony and Pepper are in a relationship now, but this does not stop us from seeing the kind of behavior Stark was notorious for during the previous films. Flashbacks show us a glimpse of the promiscuous-pre-Pepper Tony. Nothing is shown and nothing explicit is said, however, there is suggestive dialogue and inappropriate actions are implied. Regarding Pepper and Tony’s relationship, the two live together even though they are not married and suggestive dialogue is amply present between the two of them as well.

People are shown together in bed while, throughout the course of the movie, women are shown in underwear, bikinis, and very revealing clothing. Pepper’s midriff is exposed during quite a bit of the film.

Profanity consists uses of “s-”, “d-”, “a-”, “S.O.B.” and taking the Lord’s name in vain. In addition to those, there are several instances of inappropriate slang terminology.

Drugs are mentioned and some characters drink alcoholic beverages.

This is, without a doubt, a very violent film; more-so than I can remember the other Marvel films being. Iron Man 3 seems to jump from one fast-paced battle to the next with hardly a moment to catch your breath in between. People are killed and terrorism is shown in a way that is extremely frightening and realistic. Blood is shown and genetic modifications are the cause of some highly disturbing images and scenes including people breathing fire, turning red-hot, and being able to regenerate disgusting and mutilated bodies back to normal. People are blown up and buildings explode. Hand-to-hand combat is gritty and intense (including vicious fighting between a man and a woman.) The violence is definitely something of which to be very wary.

Conclusion

While I consider Iron Man 3 to be superior to Iron Man 2 plot-wise, it is far from perfect. What started out as a fantastic plot with plenty of depth and a well-developed villain, was taken too far and ended up being over-the-top and unbelievable. Sometimes less is more and subtlety is better than excess. Towards the end of this film I was ready to go back to the more “realistic” roots of Iron Man and forget about some of the crazy things that were introduced into this story by its end. The messages were there, but they seemed to get buried and lost amidst the special effects and action sequences that failed to deviate from the expected norm.

Iron Man 3 explored and caused viewers to consider and question some serious issues, such as the ramifications of genetic modification and “playing God.” Due to its thought-provoking themes, I am glad I went to see this film; it provided me with a lot to consider and the film itself contained plenty of exciting action, plot twists, and witty dialogue to be thoroughly entertaining. However, because of the risque content and the heavy amount of disturbing violence, this is not a film I would chose to see again.

2013
05/14
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A Knight’s Tale

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William has one goal. One desire he inherited from his father when he was sent away as a young boy. That is to change his stars. It isn’t easy for him to do though, being the son of a roof thatcher, one of the lowest rungs in the english feudal system. However, when the knight he serves dies from a jousting tournament, he decided to risk his neck and attempt to change his stars… And win the jousting tournament with a fake name, fake papers, and more.

With the unlikely help of his fellow men, a penless (and moneyless) writer, a woman blacksmith, and a noblewoman named Jocelyn. William and his team embark against all odds to prove one doesn’t have to be a knight to be noble, and certainly not a knight to win the joust. William has decided to change his stars. Is it possible to do so though in a society set in bloodlines, titles, and kings?

Things I liked

William is in character a knight in peasant’s clothing. He is loyal and brave. He is willing to stand against the wrongs of the feudal system which enslave millions of common people, even if it costs him his life. He acts not for himself, but for the wishes of his father. That’s what drives him to the extremely dangerous path of competing as a non-exsistent knight “Ulrich von Leichtenstein.” He perseveres in the face of certain failure, and refuses to run from what he believes.

The bond of friendship between a host of unlikely characters make not only for some hilarious moments, but also some fairly deep ones. They sew him clothes, they try to teach him to dance, they pool all their money for the tournament… More importantly though, they are there for William in his most dire times. William’s friends may not be the brightest of the bunch, but they are some of the most loyal I’ve seen in a movie. They go hungry, take hits, and endager themselves, all for the sake of William and the dream of something better. They are painfully honest with William, which makes him grow. They are also protective of him, when he is in trouble.

William enlists the help of a writer who lost everything (including his clothes) to gambling. When he does so again, William shows mercy and saves him from being skinned alive. We see the dangers of gambling and how it can indeed take everything you have, down to the clothes off your back.

Love is portrayed in manner which I found quite surprising. A noblewoman catches William’s eye and he pursues her with all his heart. At first, it looks like a cliche hollywood romance, but then we see it turn into a relationship which isn’t based upon  physical beauty, but upon selfless unconditional love. William loses a tournament for her, instead of winning it for her. She is willing to leave all she has and live with pigs in a hovel in the country in order to help William. The relationship, while flawed biblically (more on that to come) does have redeeming points as well. I liked seeing that relationship grow into something more than just physical attraction.

I will say as well, this movie is funny. I don’t normally laugh at flicks, but this one indeed got me to chuckle more than a few times. The wordplay is fast, witty, and well written. As far as production goes, this comedy is top notch in terms of originality and humour.

Things I didn’t Like

The most disappointing thing about this movie is the amount of crude humor shown and implied/innuendoes of sexual content. The writer is first seen fully nude from the rear (including his derrière . As he has lost all his clothes from gambling, he shamefully has nothing to cover himself with. This is shown in a negative light, but still unnecessary and tactless. Again, a second time, when he loses everything again, same deal. Many crude comments are made about various body parts and functions by William’s friends. He himself says quite a few things about the noblewoman he admires. The Noblewoman wears an outfit which reveals way to much cleavage. She also approaches him in his tent. They kiss and the scene goes to black, but much is implied through that clip.

When The noblewoman gives a kiss to the messenger for William. The messenger gives it to William, promptly spitting on the ground afterwards and being thoroughly grossed out. Indeed, we are too.

Crude language is used throughout the film, mostly variations of the S word. God’s name is never used in vain though, which I appreciated.

Closing Thoughts

“Your men love you. If I knew nothing else about you, that would be enough.” ~Prince Edward~

A Knights tale is a rough and tumble comedy which has many high points, but several lows as well. The value in this movie comes from William’s men, and the redemption he has after being caught. (you knew it had to happen. ;) )  William’s drive is about changing his stars to honor his father. He doesn’t really care about riches or castles. He care about the people in his life, and doing what he can to make them happy and successful  even if that pursuit costs him his life. He proves being a true knight isn’t something on paper, but something which is in the heart.

I’ll be honest with you all, I enjoyed this movie for the tale it told of camaraderie and selflessness. It is funny with solid messages on not only standing for what is right, but on what lasting relationships are made of as well. To quote the film however…

“You have been weighed, you have been measured, and you have been found wanting.“

While this tale is packed with great messages, it is also packed with a lot of unnecessary crude and sexual garbage. Because of this junk, A Knight’s Tale falls from being a royal feast, to a moldy loaf of bread. There is nourishment there, but you will have chew through quite a bit of filth to get to it. Add to the list quite a bit of coarse speech and joking… This film, which has a lot of potential, is definitely found wanting of something more… Knightly.

2013
05/14
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Jack The Giant Slayer

jack_the_giant_killer_ver10Taking its inspiration from the classic fairy tale of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack the Giant Slayer is set in a fictional English kingdom during the middle ages. As in the fairy tale, the main character is Jack, a tenant farmer trying his best to make ends meet.

Needing money to repair their room, Jack’s uncle tells him to go to the market and sell their horse. While there, Jack meets a mysterious monk desperate to purchase a horse and give him a handful of “magic beans.” Hesitant at first, Jack is moved by the man of God and, being a trusting sort of lad, makes the exchange.

His significantly more cynical uncle, however, doesn’t care about what the monk told Jack. All he cares about is the desperately needed money that the horse and cart were supposed to fetch so that he could sleep under a newly thatched roof without fear of drowning from the ensuing rain!!!

Shortly thereafter, a storm descends upon the kingdom, water spilling through all those unthatched holes in Jack’s roof, as well as the dirt bellow the floorboards of the house where a magic bean just happened to find its way. Before Jack knows what hit him, a beanstalk sprouts up in his living room, carrying away not only his house, but the princess within it, also.

Positive Elements

Jack is a likeable hero, both because he is rather down to earth, and also become he has some good character qualities. Despite his fear of heights, Jack volunteers to accompany the king’s rescue party up the beanstalk (and we aren’t talking a little twiggy stalk here). In the scenes that follow, we see this poverty stricken farm boy showcase traits such as humility, boldness, bravery, and resourcefulness. He saves Elmont (the brave leader of the royal guard and the man who really stole the show, in my opinion), the princess, and ultimately the whole kingdom. And there is just something very unassuming about Jack that made him a hero I could like, instead of roll my eyes at.

Jack’s not the only courageous character here, either. Elmont has pledged his life to King and Country, and we see him stand fast beside both. He often risks life and limb to protect not only the Princess and the King, but also his men and the low-born Jack.

The King won many brownie points when he chose to lead from the front (a trait that I greatly admire) when other men of power might be inclined to rush to safety. In addition, we see that he is a wise man, and one who knows his place as a true leader. In one seen we see him make the decision to cut down the beanstalk (the only hope he has of ever seeing his daughter again) in order to save his kingdom. While it is a heart wrenching call for him to make, and we see him tearfully whispers for Isabel (his daughter) to forgive him for what he must do, we feel like it is the right call for him to make.

Also, Isabel gets points for being just the right mixture of plucky and princessish. Often I am turned off by female characters, but this princess was one I could like. She lives with a desire to be the kind of queen her mother, a kind and wise woman, was, and she sees the value in learning about the people she is going to rule in order to be the best sovereign she can be.

Negative Elements

Violence is obviously everyone’s big concern. With a title like Jack the Giant Slayer, you just get a violent vibe, which is perhaps why I was shocked that the movie really wasn’t that violent. I mean, we do have lots of giants eating lots of people, but the actual act is never shown, and blood is pretty much none existent.

In Jack the Giant Slayer, there are several war scenes reminiscent of Lord of the Rings styled fighting (flaming trees get flung over the castle walls and giant boulders get slung in sling-shot fashion at the castle walls), just one a much tamer level. Also, it is safe to say that the giants are… well, man eating giants, and thus, humans get stepped on, grabbed from atop horses, and so forth, but as I said above, the action is never a focus of any shot and most of the time you only see the giants spit out someone armor, letting you know that they are now deceased.

To be fair, though, the humans do a good bit of infliction as well, on each other and the giants. The villain and his obnoxious side-kick kill multiple people (it should be noted the death is always off screen). Sword fights commence, one giant is stabbed, another skewered in the tongue with an arrow, but all in all, it’s very tame and bloodless.

Perhaps the movie’s most grotesque moment comes when someone is torn apart by a rapidly growing beanstalk coming from inside their body, eventually blowing them to pieces (the camera does focus in on a head while this happens).

A smattering of language is also included in this tale, which was, to be quite honest, the worst part of the film, and even that was shockingly few. The words “b –rd,” “p ,” two uses of “h “, and one misuse of the Lord’s name were it for the entire film.

It should also be noted that in the beginning of the film, the princess falls into a rough crowd who eyes her lecherously, but nothing comes of this and she is very quickly rescued from them. She and Jack also share a tame kiss.

Worth concluding with is the fact that the whole beanstalk mess was created by monks who, in their sinful quest to reach heaven before their time (sound like the tower of Babel?…), create beans from dark magic. We’re told that the land of the giants is located halfway between earth and heaven, and God is acknowledged by both humankind and the giants.

Conclusion

Despite the fact that this is a fairytale (albeit a more adult version of the retelling), in the end we see that fairy tale endings don’t just come about. Jack didn’t get to just live happily ever after because some magic bean came his way. No, he had to make sacrifices and put the needs of others before his own in order to get that happy ending.
I really enjoyed this movie. It wasn’t the most brilliant script, it had a few plot holes, and the villain could have been a bit more… well, less ridiculous, but all that said, it was a fun movie with likeable characters and surprisingly clean content. That, added with the stunning visual effects, and the fact that the giants were fierce warriors instead of bumbling brutes, I felt the film was worth a re-watch, which I did with my family in tow. It may not be able to contend with The Avengers, but Jack the Giant Slayer is well worth the watch, if you are as into fairytales and fantasy as I am.

2013
04/16
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Captain America

Captain America Poster MovieCaptain America is a scrawny young kid who lost both parents in WWII. He desperately wants to join the army, but is to weak to be accepted. However, due to his incredible integrity, loyalty, and honesty, He is chosen to become a incredible superhuman thanks to the extreme amounts of technological brilliance from one man…

After he becomes Captain America… He starts fighting to defeat Germany and win the war.

 

 

Things I liked

The character of Captain America himself. A true hero we can root for with all our might is a rare thing nowadays, especially coming from Hollywood. Marvel does an incredible job of showing how a true hero acts in the lowest of circumstances, to having the most power on earth. Captain America is a rare figure who exhibits Honor, Truth, Perseverance, Honesty, Sacrifice, and Humility. All biblical qualities that are very well expressed in this flick.

The aspect of relationships with women. Steve (Captain America) is not your typical ladies man. Actually he is one ladies man. Throughout the entire movie we see him over and over again choosing to wait for “the right partner”. There is one time a girl forces herself on him, but he is immediately ashamed. When he finds “his partner” it is a very pure relationship, and I really appreciated that from Marvel. Not once did the words “I love you” appear. They were never needed, and it was a weird thing not to hear those words from a movie, but weird in a good way.

There is an underlying theme of perseverance in this movie. Over and over Steve is given an opportunity to give up, yet he never does. Twice he is asked “you just don’t quit do you?” to which he replies with a simple, yet stubborn “Nope”. Whether it is chasing an enemy through new york, or maneuvering a a futuristic machine, Steve never gives up or gives in. This something from which we can all learn.

Finally, I liked how evil was portrayed. Evil was evil, no if, ands, or buts. The bad guys were bad guys and you never wanted to root for em. That alone got a big thumbs up for me.

Things I Didn’t Like

There is a lot of violence in this movie, I’ll bet I saw more that a hundred people get killed. Captain America has a shield, and he knows how to use it. He bashes heads, breaks necks, and pounds bodies in every which way. Tons of people gunned down. One shot we see it exit out the victim’s back, and blue guns vaporize enemies. A particular scene that made me flinch was watching a guy getting sliced with aircraft blades. Men fall to their deaths. It was less bloody than LOTR, but it had the *punch* or something from like Batman Begins. Not pretty, not fun, this is war. With war come losses. Plenty were had and shown in this movie.

There is an underlying theme of man’s goodness. I hated that message. one quote in particular *you know what separates us from them? We are good. A good man know the value of weakness, and compassion” The idea that some people are good and others isn’t is quite flawed, all men are bad, not matter how “good” they may seem. It is only through Christ we can do good.

Another thing wrong was the amount of language in this film, I know I know, it is a war/military movie… but still, it is fake and would have appreciated a lot less.

Closing Thoughts

It is no surprise to me this movie got many bad reviews from “professional” critics. A movie that had an honorable hero? Evil shown as… Evil? AND a almost biblical view on relationships… Big red flag in their book. So while the language and worldview are clearly unacceptable and sinful in this movie. The other themes are refreshing to see in a world of trash and junk.

I walked out of this movie feeling… filled. Filled with an appreciation to what sacrifice and perseverance can do, even in the light of the loss and tragedy that comes with it.

To me, Captain America was the hero movie of the year. I think it will be yours too.

2013
02/10
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The Avengers

the-avengers-movie1The Hulk.

Ironman.

Captain America.

Thor.

Black Widow.

Hawk.

These are not your average people in the world. Some are not even of this world. When earth is threatened however by Thor’s adopted brother Loci, they are forced to come together and fight for the survival of earth. The cliché of all hero movies is set. The villain is ready. And the heros are gathered. They are the Avengers.

Things I liked

The Avenger initiative was started by one man who had a vision of a group of extraordinary people overcoming their egos, fears, and desires. Working together for the good of the world, and not themselves. This theme of selflessness is present throughout the entire movie. It is displayed all the time by some like Captain America, and hardly at all by men like Stark (Ironman). When the two come together, there is of course, a clash of this value or lack thereof. Captain America calls Stark out in one scene, telling him if the time came where he had to give his life, he wouldn’t. That time comes in the movie though, and we are not disappointed in the result.

Another theme that is actually very biblical and I appreciated was the statement Loki made: “It’s the unspoken truth of humanity that you crave subjugation. The bright lure of freedom diminishes your life’s joy in a mad scramble for power. you were made to be ruled.” Men are made to worship, and worship something throughout their life. It may be money, fame, power… but that quote is indeed true and biblical. It opens up an excellent talking point for people without Christ.

Right after Loki said that, one man rose and said “I will not kneel to men like you.” In this day and age where standing up against evil is so rare, that one line was incredible to see. It acted as a force of encouragement, to show one should stand against what they know is wrong, even when it will most assuredly cost you your life.

One last main thing, when Loki is about to engage New York, he is told by a dying man he will lose. In arrogance, Loki states “Your Heros are scattered, your fortress crumbling, where is my disadvantage?” The man says, “You lack conviction.” Even as the man is dying, he knows because of the evil Loki is bringing, the damage he has done, and the state of the Avengers… Loki will lose, because ultimately, good does triumph over evil, because good’s conviction overpower’s evil’s motives. What a wonderful allegory to biblical principles.

Additionally, we see themes of self sacrifice, humility, and incredible feats of bravery.

Things I didn’t like

There was a lot of cussing here, in jest and in battle, words such as son of a ——-, d–n, b—–d, a–, and God’s name are used several times. Hulk wakes up “Buck — Naked” in a hanger. No inappropriate things are shown, but the cussing is frustrating.

Black widow’s opening scene shows her dressed in a tight and revealing black dress. throughout the movie she wears form fitting clothes. Stark kisses his assistant. they are not married. Early on the heros lie, mislead, fight with, and manipulate to each other.

Violence I didn’t like, there was an early scene where Loki enters and we see pretty intense footage of him killing many men with his spear. We also see a man stabbed through the chest with the spear again later in the movie. The amount of smashing, shooting, hitting, flinging, sniping, punching… etc. is amazingly a lot. However, it did not bother me, here is why. In the course of this movie, we see hero smash against one another, but they never die. We see cars blown up and citizens running away, but never any bodies or anyone get killed.

All we see is evil animated aliens getting smashed, blown to bits, cut, shot, and more by the avengers. It is intense, the aliens very evil looking, and the heros get quite beat up (we see bloody lips, cuts, etc), but overall, there is a huge lack of human death seen, or even implied death.

Closing Thoughts

“You are such a petty people…” Thor says in one scene, when all the Avengers are arguing with each other over information. Even super-humans, in all their power and glory, still suffer from that condition of man called sin.

Thor too, when he talks about his world “We on Asgard pretend we are more advanced, but we, we come here to your world, battling like bildgesnipe…. These creatures are repulsive, and trample everything in their path.” It is seen the fallen condition is everywhere in the universe. And all living creatures are affected by it.

I think that is what makes this movie so unique and memorable. We already know these people have struggles, weaknesses, and flaws. Just like us, and have to fight these things to succeed. It goes to show a special suit, a big hammer, or a body enhancing drug won’t solve your problems.

What does it take? Purpose.

Purpose in life is the unifier and the compass. It provides the direction and a reason to take it.

On the surface this is an excellent blow up flick, we see mindless aliens (not people) smashed and destroyed, special effects galore, and the Avenger team using their powers in all their glory in the final scene. If you wanted to, you could walk way in that state, just like pretty much everyone else in the theater did last night. Talking about the special effects, the coolest power, and such. However, If we peel off that outer skin of animated blue screen effects, we see a raw and universal question that every person has asked themselves at least once in life.

What is my purpose?

For the Avengers, it was to avenge. Avenge what? well, I can’t say or I would ruin the movie for ya.  That vengeance gave them purpose, but it was only temporary. What happens after the apocalyptic battle? They go back to what they were doing before, with a little more humility and experience under their belt. For all men, it is of course to live and serve for Christ, whether they acknowledge this of not, it is what man’s ultimate end. In the words of Loki “In the end, you will always kneel.” How true this is.

What am I trying to say? This movie could be the greatest tool for witnessing in the area of flicks of the year. There are so many questions about humanity presented I could probably go pages in length. But for your sake… I won’t.

So, I will leave you with this.

The Avengers takes a possible cliche of a movie, and turns it into a quest not only to save the world, but a underlying philosophical journey on the quest for man’s improvement. While the cussing and the few inappropriate comments are inexcusable, and the few killings of people are disturbing, we see that is all part of their flaws and depravity. Through trials, sacrifice, and suffering the Avengers find and accomplish their their temporary purpose, some characters change for the better, and the movie ends.

The question to ask yourself though, just like the Avengers should have:

“What is your purpose, and is it a permanent one which will last for eternity?”

2013
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The Penny

This movie was made by an Independent company called Filmweavers. This was the company’s first feature length film and won an award at the San Antonio Christian Film Festival.

This story is about the lives of six people. Throughout the film, we see their lives gradually being twisted together to a climatic finish. Each have their own struggles and trials they are facing, based off of choices they have made in the past. The plot thickens to the finale when they are brought together and discover that Providence knew what He was doing all along…

 

Things I Liked

This being a independent Christian film, there are many applaudable morals presented in the movie. Strong father leadership, caring in the family, the acknowledgement of God, and Evil being presented in a light that is not glorified or shown as something to be desired.

No cussing or swearing whatsoever.

Having seen a lot of “christian” films, this one was very good relatively speaking far as acting and production goes. The plot was tight, actors seemed pretty natural, those it did feel forced at times, and the camera work was decent as well.

 Things I Didn’t Like

There is some violence in this movie. A man is shot, A hostage is handled pretty roughly, and guns are held to the head and pointed at people a lot.

At a party some guys get drunk and shamelessly hit on some girls. One attempts to land a kiss, but the girl smacks him away. So, not fun to watch, but I appreciate the fact they showed drunkenness as something not to be desired. The daughter is extremely rebellious and demonstrates disrespectful actions. She faces consequences eventually, but for a younger audience, this should be noted.

The main thing that got me in this film is the Policeman, out of desparation, breaks laws he is supposed to uphold by entering an apartment without permission. These actions get me the most because it is shown as “justified” sin. He knows it is bad, but to futher the “greater good” he can do a “little” sin? Not biblical.

Closing Thoughts

I went into this movie expecting something of a “Sherwood Pictures” film. Not only did I get that, but I finally saw an action type film that glorified God and had you on the edge of your seat till the credits. The story is deep, the script-writing brilliant (and funny at times), and the production value quite impressive based off of their $20,000 budget.

Only word of caution is for the less mature of kids, I would be careful about letting them watch it. A lot of the action happens at night, and the one guy getting shot is extremely dramatic. Use discernment if choosing this and you have younger kids with you.

This film is a keeper in my book, I hope you will support the makers of this movie and purchase a DVD of this flick. It will be money well spent, and you will never look at a penny the same way.

2013
01/21
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The Hunger Games

The-Hunger-Games-movie-posterIn the future.

74 years ago, the Hunger Games were established. Before that time, the people of this Nation grew sick and poor. They gave the government power to distribute and care for the people. After a time, the people grew stronger, and the famine gone. But the Government would not relinquish this control. Civil War ensued. And the Government emerged victorious.

To Ensure such uprising would never happen again, the Nation was divided into 12 districts and forced to live in extreme poverty. Hunting? Not allowed. Weapons? Banned. In addition, each year every district must pay tribute to the government by giving one boy and girl, ages 12-19, in the “Hunger Games” A battle to the death, and the winner giving immense riches and food for the rest of their and family’s lives.

24 participants

12 Districts

1 Victor

Let the Hunger Games Begin.

Things I liked

One of the biggest themes throughout this movie, is sacrifice. The main character (from District 12), Katniss volunteers herself during the “reaping” to save her little sister. She puts her life in danger many times to save other combatants in the games. Peeta (the guy from District 12) also, is willing to give his life for another. We see this throughout the movie, that Katniss values other people above herself, this is one of the bible’s strongest commandments, second only to to “Love the lord your God with all your heart, soul and Mind”.

Another prevalent theme shown in the movie is to stand up against what is wrong. Katniss sees the wrong in these hunger games, and is determined not to stoop to that level. It does come with a cost however, as refusing to kill someone makes it difficult to survive. In standing up for what is right, against the gladiator style game, she inspires the people watching throughout the Nation, not to be entertained by violence, but to reject and abhor it.

There is a strong focus on compassion and mercy, coming from many combatants in the game. Granted they are occasional occurrences, but present nonetheless. A guy spares one girl, merely for the fact she is helpless and not able to defend herself. Another instance includes Katniss befriending a 13 year old girl who is a possible liability to herself. Protecting the weak and helpless, in an inhumane environment, was good to see.

Things I didn’t like

The violence in the Hunger Games is some of the most unappetizing I have seen in a long time… There are so many levels of violence too. So, I will attempt to break it down in the conclusion…

The style of violence here, is one I hadn’t seen before. It was hand camera, so you would see a strike, the a the last moment spin away, so you just saw blood. Very rarely do we ever see a full hit. One girl warming herself by the fire, is surrounded by a group. We see her face, the it cuts away and we hear her dying scream. After a tribute is killed, often they would give a 5-10 second cut of the dead body. Shots included slit throats… snapped necks… bodies which were bludgeoned to death…

Cato is a 19 year old boy from District 1, there, they train for all of their life, then volunteer for the games. They almost always win. Cato is the epiphany of ruthless, vile, and tyrannical fighting. We watch him break the neck of young boy, slay thirteen year old girls, and ally with those as strong as himself. If you are weaker, you die, and ultimately he cares only for himself, others are just tools to be used.

Katniss also is not without blood on her hands. she drops a swarm of killer wasps on the allied group, and one person dies from the stings. We later see their face, swollen, disfigured, and discolored while Katniss pries a bow out of their death grip. She shoots a guy in the chest to protect herself and the girl she is with, but she kills him nonetheless. She also commits a “Mercy” killing, as a guy is getting torn and eaten to death by wild dogs… she decides to end his suffering with a shot of a bow.

Other deaths include a boy being beaten to death with a brick, we see a girl who died eating poisonous food. One rather large guy snatches a girl up by the neck, and pounds her against a wall until we hear (and see) her neck snap, and she falls to the ground. We see a girl gored in the stomach with a spear, and she numbly pulls it out.

There is a relationship between Katniss and Petta in the games, used to increase the odds/excitement/etc. It initially starts as a show for entertainment, but quickly develops from there. Back home though, there is another guy who is ready to marry Katniss. Stupid love triangles. These are made solely for the drama and entertainment of some girls watching this movie (no offense girls). After Peeta is injured, they wind up kissing a short time later. It is never shown what actually happens after they get back home, whether they stay together, not, etc. It wasn’t needed to build the story, and distracted from the overall goal. In my opinion anyway.

Cussing is in the movie, D—, H—, and God’s name is used in vain several times.

The mentor for Katniss and Peeta is drunk all the way to the city. He also tells an uptight city lady to loosen her corset and have a drink.

Closing Thoughts

After watching this movie, my brain was churning. So many ideas, themes, and moral scenarios presented… It still has me reeling four hours later. Let’s starts with the violence aspect.

It is very interesting to see what a double standard our society has in terms to life and who deserves it. I remember, when the bad guy died, there was cheering.

Did you read that?

Cheering. Over the death of a person. Several times.

Death, is never something we should rejoice in, unless it is one of a person going to meet Christ in heaven. It sickened me to my core. Moresoe than anything else, actually hearing the audience cheer for a brutal death, because that person was “Bad”.

Ironic actually, as it seemed the hunger games was made to warn against a society reveling in, rejoicing in, and being entertained by death and violence. It warns against the perils of a society that takes delight in seeing people killed. Katniss kills a girl who is sleeping, with killer wasps… and that is OK? She shoots a person who is dying to relieve suffering… Euthanasia anyone? One person kills to save another. Why is the person they saved more valuable? These are just some questions that arise when watching the arena battle.

Outside the arena, as they are preparing for combat, more items arise…

“May the odds Ever be in your favor” This is the slogan of the Government. Funny though, as the government controls those odds, since they own and control the arena. If there is anything to be learned from this movie, it is that Thomas Jefferson was absolutely correct in saying “A government big enough to give you anything you want, is also big enough to take away everything you have.” In one scene, the president is talking to his advisor about how he should manipulate the games this year. He says “…These games provide the people with one thing. Hope. The only thing more powerful than fear, is Hope. Be careful with this…”

I found it very interesting that throughout the whole movie, what happens after death is never mentioned. Not once does someone ask about what happens after, nor God (or someone like Him) brought up. Leaving it up to the person to ponder, if they cared enough, the question. Clearly, this movie supports humanity and value of life… but the question never answered is Why? Because it feels right? Because one is entitled to live? Because one is a good person? No ultimate standard results in the double standard we see in this film, one where, a person can be killed if they aren’t “nice” or stronger than others…

There are many biblical and honorable traits portrayed in the 2 hour and 20 minute “Hunger Games”, and it also provides some very good stuff to chew on.

But given the brutal teen violence and lack of moral resolution…. I’m going to have to pass on seconds.

 Disclaimer: I haven’t read the books based off of this movie, so all interpretations, observations, and notations are based off the film.

2013
01/15
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