Items tagged "Action":
-
The Double (2011)
A retired CIA operative is paired with a young FBI agent to unravel the mystery of a senator’s murder, with all signs pointing to a Soviet assassin.
Richard Gere teams up with Topher Grace in this espionage hunt/game.
Who is Cassius???
Curiosity got the best of me here… what an odd combination/couple. Grace and Gere, each with their own repertoire - how did they mesh? not so good.
This was a tame spy mystery. The action was “meh” and the twists were predictable. To be honest, there really wasn’t a twist, we join the young detective pick up clues to what the fuck is going on around him.
The acting was good as you would expect. Martin Sheen makes a decent appearance as well. But the overall presentation was weak. Was mom and sis their target market? Pretty boys of then and now.Gere rocked the wristwatch wire well! I want one. But besides that… this was a “light” spy thriller. You can make Granpa watch this without fear of him collapsing from an audio visual heart attack.
Russians = WHAT???
When past and present collide, oh so gently.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Mar 2, 2012 (a Friday)
- time:
- 4:46:00 (2 months ago)
Notes
There are 4 notes on this item.
-
Guyver (1991)
A young man discovers a mechanical device that merges with his own body, turning him into a cyborg superhero. When strange creatures start appearing, trying to take the device back, he begins to uncover a secret plot to genetically engineer terrifying monsters.
Based on a Japanese comic book known as “Bio-Booster Armor Guyver”.
Mighty Morphin’ costumes and cheesy shit… with crap 80s humor and comedic sound effects - i knew i’ve seen this dribble before.
A cheesy sci-fi FAIL. What a tragedy. The quality was for UHF television… The “fights” were as bad as the acting, absolutely horrendous.
Hey! it’s Luke Skywalker Mark Hamill - that’s about it. A mediocre film with no saving grace… wait the guyver costume was sorta true to the original comic.
I would like to THANK MY COUSIN FOR GIVING ME THIS SHIT. Another one to add to the “avoid” list.
“The Guyver” = way to go America! it’s GUYVER. I was put off by the “comedy” elements… Tacky and lame.
This was fucking stupid.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Mar 2, 2012 (a Friday)
- time:
- 4:33:00 (2 months ago)
Notes
There are 8 notes on this item.
-
Chronicle (2012)
Three high school students make an incredible discovery, leading to their developing uncanny powers beyond their understanding. As they learn to control their abilities and use them to their advantage, their lives start to spin out of control, and their darker sides begin to take over.
Origins: Good and Evil collide!!! Sparked by angst, abuse and power!
I honestly thought it was gonna be a big budget Hollywood B.S. flick…
What a thrilling surprise it was to catch this little film, about great power and responsibility. I mocked the idea at first… the final product got my respect.
The new boys! “still waters run deep” Andrew (Dane DeHaan), “Best dude” Matt (Alex Russell) and “Mr. President” Steve (Michael B. Jordan) fly high and touch the sky. An impressive starring debut for the 3 gentlemen. I had my initial doubts and worries, In the end they did the job well.
Written & Directed by relative unknowns, this superpower film kicked ass! in more ways than one. BUT… you know you’ve seen this before… Tweaked a bit and reoriented for the American market… Akira (1988) - TELL ME I’M NOT RIGHT? I DARE YOU.
Sci-fi, action, adventure, fantasy and drama!!! What a mouthful.
Bullied boys and Cool kids, let evil and good brood. The roots of madness and kindness are captured by the buddy trio and their fantastic journey within themselves. We all want powers! Jealousy got the best of me… damn.
The “captured footage” angle has been drawn out and so has the “superpower” genre. How did this film kickass? Good writing and directing. The visual effects were neat and the action (in the end) was epic! Akira!
Not a shaky as some would think. Clean edits between different video recorders and security cams remind people that this is a “fun film”.
They’re sold me my own dream - it’s been a while since i’ve felt this way about a film. Especially one that i initially dissed/mocked (without proof). I am now a believer, no longer a doubter.
Sometime y’gotta give a film a chance, it may surprise you - with its inner strength.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Feb 13, 2012 (a Monday)
- time:
- 8:05:59 (3 months ago)
Notes
There are 50 notes on this item.
-
Underworld Awakening (2012)
The vampire warrioress Selene escapes imprisonment to find herself in a world where humans have discovered the existence of both Vampire and Lycan clans, and are conducting an all-out war to eradicate both immortal species.
Kate Beckinsale does it a 3rd time! That Body DAMN.
The vamp-wolf franchise has reached the stratosphere!!! Like most films that stretch their time, diluted by sequel after sequel and the “Lycan ” prequel.
It was like a sic-fi horror video game. The story simply does not compute… Visually it was as brilliant as it’s predecessors. Action and production was great. There was a “fun factor” despite the dryness of written content.
A child is now in the mix - yeah, that was original. It was ok for what it was… we all know what to expect… Hollywood.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Feb 12, 2012 (a Sunday)
- time:
- 10:39:32 (3 months ago)
Notes
There are 33 notes on this item.
-
Gantz 2: Perfect Answer (2011)
Masaru Kato’s death changes Kei Kurono’s view of life completely. He decides to keep fighting until he earns 100 points so that he can bring back Kato. Gantz calls back Ayukawa and other Gantz alumni who’d left once after scoring 100 points. In the meantime Kurono works on getting 100 points. But before Kurono succeeds in resurrecting Kato, Kato unexpectedlyturns up.
The follow up to the live action feature Gantz (2011).
Gantz comes full circle, in this battle between evil and good. Choices must be made and decisions topple the fate of life and death.
Someone MUST die! The aliens this time around were not as entertaining or amusing. A lot of human drama between old and new characters. An investigator becomes part of the fray and witnesses the impossible.
Awesome special effects and shootout “draw” scenes. But this wash’t as good as the first Gantz. It lacked that “wow” factor. The baddies in the first were way better than this one. They take it down to a human level, this time around. The story is good enough to keep viewers glued ‘til the very end. Finally, it all makes sense.
The end was as it should be. Neat and tidy.
I suggest/think that the best way to appreciate this Manga turned Live Action is to MARATHON both films, and see it as a whole.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Jan 27, 2012 (a Friday)
- time:
- 11:39:21 (3 months ago)
Notes
There are 20 notes on this item.
-
Transit (2012)
A family on a road trip is stalked by criminals who stashed stolen money in their car.
Jim Caviezel… what happened to you?
So a family goes on a trip and criminals decide to hide their stash in the baggage… The chase begins. Pretty straight forward and simple, we’ve all seen this before. Nothing new… and what the fuck was with the baddies? Nothing about this seemed/looked believable. Sad.
Attempts at twists were pathetic. Some pretty shots here and there… I was not amused. Cool car though.
Me no gusta.
-
Blackthorn (2011)
In Bolivia, Butch Cassidy (now calling himself James Blackthorn) pines for one last sight of home, an adventure that aligns him with a young robber and makes the duo a target for gangs and lawmen alike.
Westerns are back! This time takin’ it the slow route.The sights and sounds of a time of guns and thieves.
An outlaw takes refuge in a land far far away ‘til his past catches up with him. Payback can be a bitch. Making up for past dues is honorable and yet not forgivable. Out time too shall pass.
Getting one over the other.
Veteran Sam Shepard is Butch Cassidy! His reckless youth taught him to be a better man. A very lucky man. Alongside him is Spanish actor Eduardo Noriega. They trek the land in search for treasure. Crooks and cons.
Overall this was a pleasant treat. Steady and dramatic. A good western with nice shots and scenery. The story was neat and the actors were convincing.
A film your dad might want to see.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Jan 7, 2012 (a Saturday)
- time:
- 8:40:00 (4 months ago)
Notes
There are 81 notes on this item.
-
Bellflower (2011)
Two friends spend all their free time building flame-throwers and weapons of mass destruction in hopes that a global apocalypse will occur and clear the runway for their imaginary gang “Mother Medusa”.
Directed, Written and Starring Evan Glodell. Bravo!
“Lord Humungus cannot be defied.” - Lord Humungus.
Woodrow and Aiden are best buds who love Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981). So much so, that they make their own flame-throwers and ride a modified “Mother Medusa” mobile. The apocalypse is nigh!
And then… the end begins… One falls madly in love with a quirky and fun blonde. The dynamic duos friendship is put to the test. Love is a BITCH.
TRIVIA: No functionality of the Medusa car was faked during filming. The real life the car is equipped with two flamethrowers, smoke screen, a bleach drift-kit, adjustable rear suspension, and 3 surveillance cameras; all controlled from the dashboard.
So why the love? This film hit my gut in a way i could never have imagined. A wicked apocalyptic journey with lessons on love and… Friendship - The key element in this fantastic indie fantasy.
I loved the car and the texture of the film. Gritty and gnarly. Badass, and yet carries a torch for romance and life.
Physical and Emotional devastation! The acting, script and overall production was superb. The use of words like “dude” and “awesome” made it easier for (me) audiences to relate to the content.
Women can be the end of all things men know. Portrayed in this film with violence and ruthlessness of love. The tattoo bit was harsh! Sometime we need to listen to our friends, they may just save us from impending doom.
“You are Lord Fucking Humongous: the Master of Fire, the King of the Wasteland.”
Imagine being trapped in a gray world between friendship and love. What would you choose?
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Jan 7, 2012 (a Saturday)
- time:
- 7:24:00 (4 months ago)
Notes
There are 78 notes on this item.
-
Warrior (2011)
The youngest son of an alcoholic former boxer returns home, where he’s trained by his father for competition in a mixed martial arts tournament - a path that puts the fighter on a collision corner with his older brother.
They’ve come to FIGHT! and FIGHT they will!
MMA has come a long way from something shunned in a guilty pleasure corner, slowly inching it’s way into mainstream media.
Vicious brethren foes are Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton - both giving commendable performances. The drama and confrontations were grand and superb. Nick Nolte destroyed me with his shaky/regretful old man eyes. I almost shed a tear. The man is a living legend.
WHAT??? Kurt Angle as the ultimate asskicker “KOBA”! WWE fans will love this.
This surprised me with a left hook! The story had guts, the battles had glory and in the end my heart was full. Hope, Love, Respect and Pride are all put in a ring and guarantee to entertain.
Wanna fight? You got it!
-
Immortals (2011)
Theseus is a mortal man chosen by Zeus to lead the fight against the ruthless King Hyperion, who is on a rampage across Greece to obtain a weapon that can destroy humanity.
Tarsem does it AGAIN!!! Gorgeous! Beautifully brutal to the eyes.
Either a “hit or miss” as most expected and critiqued. Epic as it was, we know from the trailer what its all about. Action and shiny effects - with the addition of gratuitous gore!!!
Let’s get this out of the way: This is an “interpretation” (by Charley & Vlas Parlapanides) of the REAL story/myths/gods. The gloves are off, forget what you know about the gods. Deal with it.
King Hyperion has come to kill and look badass, Mickey Rourke is the villain you love to hate. Henry Cavill is our hero - i didn’t quite agree with the casting choice here. Legendary John Hurt adds some grace and talent to this story of valor and revenge. Luke Evans as Zeus! and Isabel Lucas as Athena = splendid. The characters were all golden, including the extras. What??? Stephen Dorff, awesome.
Men and gods come face to face in a battle running since the dawn of time.
The Titans were kinda… small? I always imagined (well, saw in other films/interpretations) as giant beasts. This was an appreciated twist - the payoff is the battle between them and the gods, one equal ground, or height so to speak.
The fight cinematography and choreography were blistering. Much like my all-time fav 300 (2006). Slow-mo beauty and intense action sequences.
As with all the previous Tarsem films the costumes were extraordinary and vibrant.
Action, adventure, fantasy, mythology and spectacular imagery.
I admit… it’s pretty on the outside, and hollow on the inside. It’s exactly what i expected and wanted!
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Dec 3, 2011 (a Saturday)
- time:
- 1:37:00 (5 months ago)
Notes
There are 37 notes on this item.
-
The Devil’s Double (2011)
A chilling vision of the House of Saddam Hussein comes to life through the eyes of the man who was forced to become the double of Hussein’s sadistic son.
Based on the life & novel of Latif Yahia.
Pack your bags for a trip to Baghdad!
Dominic Cooper, Dominic Cooper, Dominic Cooper!!! remember that name. The guy fuckin’ rocked the shit out of this film. 2 equally exquisite performances, he has range. Gaddam Saddam!
“I made you Latif, I MADE YOU!!!”
Ruling a country has never been this good or notorious. BADASS! from beginning to end. This had drugs, women, guns, action, suspense… EVERYTHING!
The feel and vibe was very The Last King of Scotland (2006) = Brutally good!
I was blown away! this is a good one folks. The story is one to remember. We all know of the “famous” body doubles of Saddam, but his son… oh my… his son… is a different devil all together.
A roller coaster ride of abuse and duty.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Nov 30, 2011 (a Wednesday)
- time:
- 8:30:04 (5 months ago)
Notes
There are 33 notes on this item.
-
Killer Elite (2011)
When his mentor is taken captive, a retired member of Britain’s Elite Special Air Service is forced into action. His mission: kill three assassins dispatched by their cunning leader.
Inspired by the book “The Feather Men” by Sir Ranulph Fiennes. - This isn’t a remake of The Killer Elite (1975).
WOW! Jason Statham, (Spike) Clive Owen and the living legend Robert De Niro - What the fuck more can i say??? AC-fuckin’-TION!
The chase and fight scenes were superb, the story was enticing and the cast was pure GOLD. A handful of mercenaries go head to head. And we have the SAS agents and their hidden government agendas. A lot is going on here… and the kicker is it’s based on a true story - “actual” events during the 80s, conspiracy theories and secrets.
I admit, this wasn’t the best i’ve seen… but it’s good enough. I was thrilled from start to end, though there was a tiny slump midway through.
My brother pointed out Statham and Owen should have traded roles - i agree. Nevertheless this packed a punch!
Meat, in a genre full of hollow ass-kicking. A story about men who do dirty work… Someone’s gotta fill those shoes.
Tags
Info
- posted by:
- zombiemergencyresponseoperations
- date:
- Nov 17, 2011 (a Thursday)
- time:
- 10:48:26 (6 months ago)
Notes
There are 45 notes on this item.
-
In Time (2011)
In a future where people stop aging at 25, but are engineered to live only one more year, having the means to buy your way out of the situation is a shot at immortal youth. Here, Will Salas finds himself accused of murder and on the run with a hostage - a connection that becomes an important part of the way against the system.
Great looking cast - they don’t age past 25… Action sci-fi fantasy!
Time is essential in this futuristic world, where science has beaten death. There are enforcers who keep “time” and not the peace. A wicked exchange for age that plays on many human emotions. Accompanied by a love story that reminds me of some Stockholm syndrome romantic films.
Run! Drive! Shoot!
Justin Timberlake & Amanda Seyfried take the leading roles in this Romeo & Juliet futuristic tale. I had my doubts about JT, he did ok. Seyfried looked stunning with the new do, me gusta! Persistently chasing them is Time Keeper Cillian Murphy, doing splendid as usual.
Ahahahaha! sweet! (sarcastic) Olivia Wilde plays Timberlake’s mother.
A cruel fate awaits mankind in this futuristic fountain of youth utopia. “Time is now a currency” trading through touch, interesting - i believe it possible/will happen (someday). There is some truth to this make believe world that we can relate to. World where the rich live longer and the poor die faster.
If i was to shelf this… i’d put it beside: Gattaca (1997), Minority Report (2002), The Island (2005), Daybreakers (2009) and Æon Flux (2005).
It’s Hollywood. This deserves an “ok”, i got what i expected.
-
Redline (2010)
An action drama centered on a deadly racing tournament held every five years and the reckless dare-devil driver who wants to win it.
WOW! just WOW!!!
Lead Animator for Ninja Scroll (1993) & Samurai Champloo opening credits (2004), Director of The Animatrix (segment “World Record”) Takeshi Koike - gives us a Wham Bam Let’s Burn Rubber ‘mam! action!
It’s like the videogame F-Zero and the Death Race film/s, but animated.
J.P. is our “cool” funky haired driver, who’s been known to have fixed races in the past. He races for the win this time, with his voluptuous babe Sonoshee by his side. The bad guys comprise of big headed racers, militant robots and corrupt gamblers.
Imagination blown completely out of proportion!!! What a visual feast. This was like a machinegun firing non-stop. The story is as ridiculous as the animation.
FUN! this was a fantasy (race) that is worth watching. Not like the sissy pod races, this is manly shit.
Breakneck speed and illustrations, following a quirky tale of a few who dare to face velocity in the eye. Anime fans will drool. Two thumbs up!
