Movie Title: Speed Racer
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9/10)
Year: 2008
Speed Racer official site: http://speedracerthemovie.warnerbros.com/

Weee… kaleidoscope!!! I always wanted one, since young. I don’t know why, but I think it is a damn cool thing to have, and I am so happy they did adapt the effect to Speed Racer. I love their wild and vibrant colours. Let’s just say this movie is super cool! I must say, it interest me and non-stop attacts me with either it’s plots or the car racing. Not to mention… it’s RAIN-ing in the movie!

Movie Title: Iron Man
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/10)
Year: 2008
Iron Man official site: http://ironmanmovie.marvel.com/

Wow! wow! wow! If kung fu movies were ment to wow the westerners, consider superhero movies like this to wow me *jaws dropped*. I totally love the show… even though I barely know Iron Man. To be honest, I’ve only like heard of this superhero being mentioned like 10 times and glance thru the visual for maybe twice. But yes, I love how they make the movie. Keep the storyline tight and best of all, it’s not one of those movie that Marvel just make without any effort. Yes, I must say… it is one of the best superhero movie to date.

Movie Title: What Happens in Vegas
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (7/10)
Year: 2008
What Happens in Vegas official site: http://www.whathappensinvegasmovie.com/

It’s been a while since I watch any romantic comedy from Ashton Kutcher. Not to mention, this time around… he is being partnered with Cameron Diaz. I like how this movie potrays what normally happens to people who get hooked up and married in Vegas. With loads of booze, casino and chapels. No wonder one can just get married in a blink of an eye. But what happens the next day? Worst is when your other half just strike the jackpot at the point you decided to call it a quit. Awww… this movie really just made my day… but I must say, Cameron definately could use loads of skincare.

Movie Title: 口裂け女(The Slit-Mouthed Woman)
Rating: ⭐ (1/10)
Year: 2007
The Slit-Mouthed Woman official site: –

Together with Forbidden Kingdom, this movie sink to the bottom of the list. First of all, it isn’t exactly a ghost horror movie. Yes, I understand that it is an urban legend… but most of the storyline was edited and it is way different from the original one. I don’t actually mind the difference, but this story… till today, I still can’t figure why would she have to run around killing childrens. Not to mention, she did not go around scaring kids with her famous “Am I beautiful?” question. Well, this Slit-Mouthed woman isn’t exactly looking for a revenge. Isn’t exactly killing for a reason. I have no particular idea why a ghost actually hides kids. Some she killed, some she just hurt them badly while some… she just do nothing with them. Looks more like a psycho child kidnapper than a horror movie.

Movie Title: Fool’s Gold
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (7/10)
Year: 2008
Fool’s Gold official site: http://foolsgoldmovie.warnerbros.com/

Nothing better than nice scenery, treasure seeking, romantic comedy and puzzle solving added together. The title practically spills out alot about the movie. Yup, an adventure to seek sunken treasure in the sea. Of course one will also have a good laugh, especially looking at how a BIMBO actually behave. I must say Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey definately have a good chemistry as they both acted really naturally. Love the location and scenes. Okay… maybe I just love how they blend the adventure, puzzle solving, and treasure hunting together of course plus the nice environment.

Movie Title: 功夫之王 (The Forbidden Kingdom)
Rating: ⭐ (1/10)
Year: 2008
The Forbidden Kingdom official site: http://www.forbiddenkingdommovie.com/

Hemmm…. how do I exactly put this. THANK GOD someone gave me free tickets… or else… It’s not worth watching at all. Don’t even bother for a DVD/VCD/downloading. Just wait for the TV to show it. I couldn’t believe how Jackie Chan and Jet Li can agree to movie like this. Not to mention Yuen Woh Peng too. Yes, it has all the big names but totally weird. Some script and action just doesn’t make sense. Not to mention they practically mix all the chinese kung fu and style in one and have been fighting on and on for practically no reason. Practically just another movie to wow the westeners with all the asian kung fu.

Movie Title: 怪談 (Kaidan)
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (6/10)
Year: 2007
Kaidan official site: http://www.kaidan-movie.jp/

Yes, I saw the review about this movie in a magazine. It looks quite interesting as it is one of those horror olden folktales during the Edo era in Japan. I must say the setting and the cinematography was cool and beautiful. I must say it really is a “beautiful” movie. But of course, there are a few scene which is quite disturbing, especially the ending scene. Some might find it a little boring, but I think it is quite okay… but towards the ending… it seems a little strange and doesn’t make sense. Yup, after watching the movie… one might practically wonder… how does the curse actually work in this movie. I gotta thank Ayumi Hamasaki… cause if she doesn’t sing the theme song… I guess I would have given this show a miss.

Movie Title: Nim’s Island
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (6/10)
Year: 2007
Nim’s Island official site: http://www.nimsisland.com/

Okay, one of those show which doesn’t really do much promotions. I must say it has quite a simple storyline. It has this beautiful opening which features the papercut concept. Really is a simple but beautifully done opening. The movie is like a combination of Indiana Jones and Blue Lagoon. I must say, there isn’t exactly any ups and downs in movie. It practically is one of those movie where you just go in… enjoy the story and scenery.

Movie Title: 三國之見龍卸甲 (Three Kingdoms: Resurrection of the Dragon)
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/10)
Year: 2008
Three Kingdoms: Resurrection of the Dragon official site: http://www.resurrectionofthedragon.com/

My idol is back in action, this time taking up the role of Zhao Zhilong based on a famous novel and history. This movie is very much a mixture of “The Warlords” and “A Battle of Wits”. But much to my disappointment, this movie dub most of the voices of the actor/actress (including Andy’s) :(. Worst is when the whole story is lack of climax and action packed. The storyline seems to be on the surface and nothing much in detail and even the character development is bad. But of all, I think Vanness Wu and Maggie Q is definately a miscast for the show. Sigh… 

Movie Title: L: Change the World
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (6/10)
Year: 2007
L: Change the World official site: http://wwws.warnerbros.co.jp/L-movie/

L is back. This time, doing a solo without Light. Yes, “L change the World” is a spin off from Death Note which tells a lot about L and how he uses his last 23 days to solve one more case. I must admit, it is worth watching if you are really into L’s character. If you are looking for a good storyline… this really isn’t one of those as many things doesn’t make sense. This movie really shows of more of L’s soft side. Oh… I love how he tempt the kids with sweet stuffs. Aw… now I gotta get myself some candies.

Movie Title: Heartbreak Kid
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (6/10)
Year: 2007
The Heartbreak Kid official site: http://www.heartbreakkidmovie.com/

Oh boy… it’s one of those comedy that disturbs me. It is a funny show… but somehow Ben Stiller’s character is really a pain in the ass. It is really a love and hate thing. A person gets married only to know their significant other is not what they expected. And of course some cheating and divorce gets in the picture. So yes, if you really am a player… will you actually stop playing once you get married? Or do you continue playing… in a smart way?

Movie Title: Ah Long Pte. Ltd.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (6/10)
Year: 2008
Ah Long Pte. Ltd. official site: http://www.mediacorpraintree.com/ahlong/

Yet another movie from Jack Neo… speaking out our local issues with the signature sing-lish. This time around, it’s a movie talking about the Ah Long issue. It is a black comedy that tells out about the Ah Long pros and cons. How they are trying to evolve. Of course movies like this ended with a good ending but it is really funny and best of all, loads of the scenes and locations were shot in KL itself instead of in Singapore. Then again, don’t expect much from the cinematography.

Movie Title: 第一誡 (Rule No. 1)
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/10)
Year: 2008
Rule No.1 official site: –

Yet another movie from Singapore. Yup… it’s true. I would have thought it was a Hong Kong production since most of the actors are from Hong Kong. For a local production, I must say I am seriously impressed. The cinematography was amazing… the colours… the mood… the setting and the story. It’s really cool! The twist and turn in the storyline is similar to “Skeleton Key” and it’s really amazing. What can I say… Ekin Cheng and Shawn Yue really nailed it!

Movie Title: The Spiderwick Chronicles
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/10)
Year: 2007
The Spiderwick Chronicles official site: http://spiderwick.com/movie/

Fairies… more fairies and I just love fairies. It is really a cool movie with cool CG graphics. Of course it is my cup of tea since most of the fairies and the environment is very fantasy like. A movie that one will definately enjoy, if you love fairies and am into fantasy. But the ending gets a little weird (in my opinion) when Spiderwick holds his daughter’s hand and look as if he is interested in her.

Movie Title: 10,000 BC
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/10)
Year: 2007
10,000 BC official site: http://www.10000bcmovie.com/

How do I put this… loads of CG. In fact, over-load of CG. Some was created in my opinion for the sake of creating and wow-ing everyone else. Seriously… sometimes too much of something just kills everything. The costumes are a little funny especially the ones with loads of bamboo. I really wonder if the costume designer just ran out of ideas for costume since there were so many tribes. My geography sux but they made Egypt seems to just be located next to the Antartica. Honestly… I think the movie is like a puzzle whereby the director just pick up stuff they like and just place it in.

Movie Title: 奪帥 (Fatal Move)
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (7/10)
Year: 2008
Fatal Move official site: http://www.fatalmove.com/

Another triad movie that tells tale of  how a wrong move kills. Every decision made do have a serious consequences. Of course, there comes to this question about truthfulness. Who can you really trust? What leads to betrayal. But what impress me is  Wu Jing’s sword fighting skills. So yes… the fatal move is after all a small mistake… to have a child.

Movie Title: Jumper
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (7/10)
Year: 2007
Jumper official site: http://www.jumperthemovie.com/

It is really a simple power that everyone could just dream of having… jumping and hopping from country to country… anywhere that one could think of. Imagine the amount of money saved from air fares and the hassle of checking in or out from airport. All you have to do is just focus. Of course everything has it’s price to pay. It’s really a cat chase mouse story… but the effects is good and of course Sammuel L. Jackson’s name is enough to bring this movie to jump to another level. Let’s JUMP!