What's up everyone, how's it going?
This time I'm reviewing Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, a truly great Classic where two robbers do one job too many and flee to Bolivia to escape the law...or so they think! Once in Bolivia they get back to their old ways, robbing banks and trains. Starring Paul Newman as very much the leader of the pair and Robert Redford, the shoot now, talk later kind of gunslinger, this great has gone through the decades and with good reason. In the early parts of the film, the scenes go smoothly from one robbery to the next which is a great way to keep us entertained! The two actors make a great pair and you start rooting for them even though they're the criminals when all's said and done. After Butch and the Hole-in-the-Wall gang rob another train, they start on a manhunt, being chased across the country by the best trackers there are. The cat and mouse style of this part of the film keeps you on the edge of your seat as they continually slip just out of the grasp of the lawmen. Moving onward to the ending by which time you'll have become attached to the two crooks, the director finishes of the film in a fitting but still not-to-agreeable way which I will not spoil for you.
It's HAHE time!
Humour - 6/10 The banter between the two characters is causes for laughs the whole way through the film and watching them learn the Spanish for "Put your hands up" is brilliant!
Action - 8/10 Fast paced action and period-accurate settings for the robberies give this film a firm 8 on the action scale.
Horror - 0/10 No horror in this one whatsoever.
Entertainment - 8/10 This is truly an enjoyable film and a timeless classic which I'd recommend to anyone!
The heroic ending to this film really rounds it off well and it'll have you saying "Who are those guys?!" in no time at all! Great film! Hopefully you have enjoyed this review but let me know in the comments section or by emailing me at thefan@biggins.eu - I'm interested to hear your thoughts!
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Monday, August 26, 2013
New Blog Design
What's up everyone, how's it going?
What do you think of the new blog design? Let me know in the comments section or by emailing me!
Also just wanted to alert everyone to my twitter account @EdtheFan - check it out! If you want to stay updated on when I'll be posting my reviews, that's the place to go!
https://twitter.com/EdtheFan
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What do you think of the new blog design? Let me know in the comments section or by emailing me!
Also just wanted to alert everyone to my twitter account @EdtheFan - check it out! If you want to stay updated on when I'll be posting my reviews, that's the place to go!
https://twitter.com/EdtheFan
This is Ed the Fan, signing out.
Moneyball (2011)
What's up everyone, how's it going?
Today I'm reviewing Moneyball, the true story of how Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland Athletics successfully managed to rebuild his team using computer analysis of players. Not really an interest grabbing description, I know, but trust me, this film is well worth the 133 minutes it takes to watch, everyone of which is filled with drama. I can't remember how many times I have watched this masterpiece because it's just so captivating. The story is a moving one of the Oakland A's who are in every way an underdog team but even more touching is the tale of the GM, played by Brad Pitt, who chose to try playing for the New York Mets instead of going to Stanford but couldn't take the pressure. Years later, he's in charge of a team who can't face up to the financial power of the Yankees. Brad Pit and Jonah Hill play the leading roles and their relationship really helps the film have a more personal touch but most powerful by far is the music. If you have seen The Social Network, think of that music and its role. If not, it's atmospheric, emotional, stirring and emotive. Here are two examples I found on YouTube:
It's a Process http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJu0bNJKA6c
The Mighty Rio Grande http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxhi4yoIFWY
As with all sports movies, there are some great inspirational moments which is why I love them so much but this film in particular has to be one of the best!
It's HAHE time!
Humour - 4/10 Although low on the jokes, the banter between Brad and Jonah keep this film funny while still maintaining the slightly sorrowful story line.
Action - 3/10 Low on the action scale as most of the film is shot in the back offices as the main characters rebuild the team but there are still some good scenes of games and of the camp as the new squad is tested out.
Horror - 0/10 No horror in this one whatsoever so suitable for all ages.
Entertainment - 10/10 This film is one of my favourites of all time and so, in my opinion, is worthy of the 10. I advise anyone right now to go and watch this epic, heart felt film and experience the journey it takes you on.
The best film I've seen in years which deserves way more than the 7.6 stars it gets on IMDb. Hopefully you have enjoyed this review but let me know in the comments section or by emailing me at thefan@biggins.eu - I'm interested to hear your thoughts!
This is Ed the Fan, signing out.
Today I'm reviewing Moneyball, the true story of how Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland Athletics successfully managed to rebuild his team using computer analysis of players. Not really an interest grabbing description, I know, but trust me, this film is well worth the 133 minutes it takes to watch, everyone of which is filled with drama. I can't remember how many times I have watched this masterpiece because it's just so captivating. The story is a moving one of the Oakland A's who are in every way an underdog team but even more touching is the tale of the GM, played by Brad Pitt, who chose to try playing for the New York Mets instead of going to Stanford but couldn't take the pressure. Years later, he's in charge of a team who can't face up to the financial power of the Yankees. Brad Pit and Jonah Hill play the leading roles and their relationship really helps the film have a more personal touch but most powerful by far is the music. If you have seen The Social Network, think of that music and its role. If not, it's atmospheric, emotional, stirring and emotive. Here are two examples I found on YouTube:
It's a Process http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJu0bNJKA6c
The Mighty Rio Grande http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxhi4yoIFWY
As with all sports movies, there are some great inspirational moments which is why I love them so much but this film in particular has to be one of the best!
It's HAHE time!
Humour - 4/10 Although low on the jokes, the banter between Brad and Jonah keep this film funny while still maintaining the slightly sorrowful story line.
Action - 3/10 Low on the action scale as most of the film is shot in the back offices as the main characters rebuild the team but there are still some good scenes of games and of the camp as the new squad is tested out.
Horror - 0/10 No horror in this one whatsoever so suitable for all ages.
Entertainment - 10/10 This film is one of my favourites of all time and so, in my opinion, is worthy of the 10. I advise anyone right now to go and watch this epic, heart felt film and experience the journey it takes you on.
The best film I've seen in years which deserves way more than the 7.6 stars it gets on IMDb. Hopefully you have enjoyed this review but let me know in the comments section or by emailing me at thefan@biggins.eu - I'm interested to hear your thoughts!
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Friday, August 23, 2013
First Review - Remember the Titans (2000)
What's up everyone, how's it going?
So this is where it all begins, the first review of the blog and before I start, I want to say, welcome to the review panel! (spoilers - sort of)
Today I'm reviewing Disney's Remember the Titans which came out in the year 2000 and was directed by Boaz Yakin. I watched this film just yesterday and I really can't speak highly enough of it: it's the true story of how an African-American coach and his high school team become a single unit and move past the problems they have with each other. In a nutshell, it's a classic 'sports movie' with an against-the-odds situation and all the highs and lows you would expect. Denzel Washington plays the main role and really helps to bring the film alive. Great performances and some awesome musical montages as the team prepares for the season while at camp, all with the backdrop of the struggles going on in Virginia in the early 70s, make this movie one that'll stay with you long after the credits have rolled.
You really start to care for the characters as they develop and the friendship between Julius (Wood Harris) and Gerry (Ryan Hurst) is particularly moving. Having said that, this is a quality feel-good one that anyone will enjoy, regardless of whether you actually like American football! The outbreaks of song from Blue which are quickly taken up by many of the players also lightens the mood as we hear renditions of Ain't No Mountain High Enough and Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye.
It's HAHE time!
Humour - 6/10 This film is littered with jokes despite the serious backdrop and the "Yo mama" sketch in the changing rooms is sure to get anyone laughing!
Action - 6/10 There are some great scenes in the film of the Titans playing they're games and thanks to some quality camera work, these scenes reflect the rough nature of the sport in a fast paced and slick way.
Horror - 1/10 The most terrifying aspect of this film is watching Ryan Gosling 'dance' to his country music but that, I think, warrants at least a one. That scene however is salvaged by Blue shouting "Does the term 'cruel and unusual punishment' mean anything to you?!"
Entertainment - 9/10 It's hard to find faults with this film really. The music was great, the acting was great, there were inspirational, sorrowful, sympathetic and joyous moments and if you type the title in to YouTube, you can see the Gym Scene ("You think football is fun?!") for yourself.
I thoroughly enjoyed this film and would recommend it to everyone, especially those who enjoy the classic sports movies such as Field of Dreams. I think my next review will be on another sporting movie (possibly Moneyball?) but please tell me your thoughts in the comments section below!
This is Ed the Fan, signing out.
So this is where it all begins, the first review of the blog and before I start, I want to say, welcome to the review panel! (spoilers - sort of)
Today I'm reviewing Disney's Remember the Titans which came out in the year 2000 and was directed by Boaz Yakin. I watched this film just yesterday and I really can't speak highly enough of it: it's the true story of how an African-American coach and his high school team become a single unit and move past the problems they have with each other. In a nutshell, it's a classic 'sports movie' with an against-the-odds situation and all the highs and lows you would expect. Denzel Washington plays the main role and really helps to bring the film alive. Great performances and some awesome musical montages as the team prepares for the season while at camp, all with the backdrop of the struggles going on in Virginia in the early 70s, make this movie one that'll stay with you long after the credits have rolled.
You really start to care for the characters as they develop and the friendship between Julius (Wood Harris) and Gerry (Ryan Hurst) is particularly moving. Having said that, this is a quality feel-good one that anyone will enjoy, regardless of whether you actually like American football! The outbreaks of song from Blue which are quickly taken up by many of the players also lightens the mood as we hear renditions of Ain't No Mountain High Enough and Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye.
It's HAHE time!
Humour - 6/10 This film is littered with jokes despite the serious backdrop and the "Yo mama" sketch in the changing rooms is sure to get anyone laughing!
Action - 6/10 There are some great scenes in the film of the Titans playing they're games and thanks to some quality camera work, these scenes reflect the rough nature of the sport in a fast paced and slick way.
Horror - 1/10 The most terrifying aspect of this film is watching Ryan Gosling 'dance' to his country music but that, I think, warrants at least a one. That scene however is salvaged by Blue shouting "Does the term 'cruel and unusual punishment' mean anything to you?!"
Entertainment - 9/10 It's hard to find faults with this film really. The music was great, the acting was great, there were inspirational, sorrowful, sympathetic and joyous moments and if you type the title in to YouTube, you can see the Gym Scene ("You think football is fun?!") for yourself.
I thoroughly enjoyed this film and would recommend it to everyone, especially those who enjoy the classic sports movies such as Field of Dreams. I think my next review will be on another sporting movie (possibly Moneyball?) but please tell me your thoughts in the comments section below!
This is Ed the Fan, signing out.
Hi there!
Hello Users of the Internet! It's Ed the Fan here and this is where I'll be posting reviews of films that I have watched recently to give people yet another place to find someones opinion of something you may want to watch. I have decided to use a scoring system to rate each film where there are four categories: Humour, Action, Horror and Overall Entertainment. Understandably not all films will contain these criteria but I am using it as more of a reference. By this I mean, I can rank comedies against each other and the same with horrors etc. I am calling this the HAHE (said Hay-Hee) score and each category will be out of ten. I hope you enjoy the blog! If you wish to contact me about any of the reviews, email me at thefan@biggins.eu and I will get back to use as soon as possible.
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