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Chris Columbus' adaptation of Rick Riordan's first novel maybe considered a cheap knock off of a certain boy wizard by some, but it does stand on its own as an entertaining family film.
Using Greek gods as a basis, the film modernizes the myths and makes them accessible to all. A simple but entertaining plot that is elevated by fun performances from its cast. The three central teen actors have great chemistry and Logan Lerman is a solid lead.
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This French Canadian psychological thriller is utterly compelling. Its first act plays with your expectations and really draws you in. This solid foundation means that you care for Yannick's plight. However the film does manage to become a little predictable in places.
It is an interesting piece about the nature of the self-confessed righteous and the influence they have on the world around them. This is perfectly shown in Yannick's character arc. Starting off as an unwanted prisoner, our hero…

Danny Boyle's take on the zombie genre is a brisk exercise in tension. Using a deserted London to full effect, Boyle has crafted a world ravaged by an apocalyptic plague that is all too familiar.
The infected are quick and their appearances give the film an explosion of action. The speed of the creatures only enhances the terror of the situation.
The film's cast are excellent with Cillian Murphy delivering an fine breakout performance. The script by Alex Garland is…

The film that made found-footage a household genre, The Blair Witch Project is a film that has a few decent shocks and a genuinely creepy ending.
Often though the film is just a wash with shaky camera movements, crying and shouting. Most of these elements are necessary to sell the overall idea, but they do become irritating.
But the element that really drags the film down is the film's final girl. Heather Donahue's performance ranges from annoying brat to hysterical…

Victor Salva's creation is a mash up of several horror sub-genres. Each individual part comes together to make a disjointed, but satisfying whole.
The film's horror elements deliver the right amount of frights and gore to entertain anyone. Although it's the film's surprise reveal and tonal shift that is the most inventive. When it becomes a monster movie with a lot of dark comedy it subverts expectations. The twist doesn't fully work as the ridiculous nature of it almost derails…

J. J. Abrams sequel to his 2009 reboot is solid blockbuster entertainment. Its loud, flashy and funny. With the director once again jumping head first into his sexier version of the beloved franchise.
The main ingredient for the film's success is once again the ship's crew. The Pine/Quinto/Urban trinity are on fine form. Each one of them quipping and emoting to full effect. Pegg and Saldana also get more to do here in the sequel and their beefed up screen…

Disney decides to take a very different approach with Atlantis. It is a more mature affair than the studio's usual output.
Directors Trousdale and Wise deliver a film that is fast paced and packed with action. The climatic battle in particular is somewhat breathtaking.
But it is Mike Mignola's influence on the art style and the pulp science fiction narrative that makes Atlantis unique. The film-makers attempts to tackle themes of anti-imperialism also add a layer of depth that is…