Attack the Block (2011)

8/10 [highly recommended]

Shaun of the Dead..with Aliens!

Attack the Block is about a teen gang in South London who must defend their block from an alien invasion(imdb)

Attack The Block is exciting, with hilarious one-liners, just the right about of gore and  thrilling. Not really a scary film but one that has scenes that will make you jump.

This movie has an amazing soundtrack that suits the mood of the film perfect. Dark, suspenseful but not so scary that it will give you goosebumps.

There's a couple flaws though, for example how no one ventured out of their apartments when the fireworks went off and screams rang down the corridors. But the small flaws does not effect the overall film as the action, dialgue, acting and CG give audiences enough to focus on.

Well balanced film of thrill/comedy/scary/action....not overdoing any element. Attack the Block worth watching!

Royal Tenenbaums (2001)

7.5/10 [highly recommended]

Unique editing, hilarious, freaky and deep

Royal Tenenbaums is about An estranged family of former child prodigies reunites when one of their member announces he has a terminal illness. (imdb)

An astounding cast of Gene Hackman, Angelica Huston, Danny Glover, Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Gwyneth Paltrow, Luke Wilson, Bill Murray... coming togther and strengthening the overall effect of the funny yet poignant plot.

Royal Tenenbaums is able to take a simple plot and build a roller coaster ride of emotions and themes. Each character is carefully crafted and developed to bring out a different element in the film.

A single viewing of this film, for me, was not enough. There's so much detail in the editing, dialgue, characterization and camera angles that one view will not do the film justice. I recommend viewing this film multiple times and each time taking note of a different element.

Royal Tenenbaums is like a moving book. It has chapters where you 1) read, 2)imagine then 3)see. It makes the film so much more interesting because each page that appears, a different "rising action" will take place. It also gives you a chance to pause and think. [you'll know what I mean once you once the film...]

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! smart, funny, freaky, real, dark and deep.

Without A Clue (1988)

6/10

keeps you interested with bits of humor

Without A Clue is a spoof on about detective Sherlock Holmes, except we find out that Holmes is a drunkard who is really just a cover for the real detective - Dr Watson.

Michael Caine and Ben Kingsley are both amazing in this film, driving the plot. Definitely worth watching just for the duo.

For those who would like to watch it, here it is:

The Frighteners (1996)

7/10

More frightened than humored.....

After a car accident in which his wife, Debra, was killed and he was injured, Frank Bannister develops psychic abilities allowing him to see (imdb)

I thought this film would be like Ghost Town, filled with ghost but more funny than scary. The title should have been a tip that this film would not be what I had expected. The Frighteners is well done with twists, scares, a couple laughters sprinkled throughout, and a ton gore. Only down side is that I didn't prepare myself for the horror elements.

The special effect is top notch for 1996. At times the graphics were a bit off, but overall, the ghosts and 'plasma' are convincing and real.

Michael J Fox, again gives a great performance. I love him in Back to the Future, so it is great to follow his journey in The Frighteners as Frank, a man is able to see spirits. Jake Busey also deserves some praise as he played the perfect crazed villain.

Peter Jackson, who will follow this film with directing Lord of the Rings,  (as well as King Kong, and the Hobbit) did a fantastic job co-writing and directing The Frighteners.

The Frighteners is entertaining, thrilling, intriguing and scary film. I was hoping for a bit more comedy to balance out the horror, as I am not great with horror films...

If you want a horror film that has bits of comical elements that will leave you on edge and jumpy...The Frighteners will do just that. Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go watch a rom com to try and calm myself

Clue (1985)

8.5/10 [HIGHLY RECOMMENDED]

Who? Where? and With What? Find out in this SPECTACULAR film that will make you want to watch it over and over and over again.

The movie version follows six guests who are invited to a strange house and must cooperate with the staff to solve a murder mystery. (imdb)

We most likely have played  (or at least have heard of) this board game. A book series, television series AND a movie have been based on CLUE the board game. For those who are familiar with the game knows that after a murder has been commit, the investigator must find out WHO did it, WHERE the murder occurred and WHAT the weapon is.

Clue (the movie) is such an entertaining film with great dialogue, complicated relationships, head scratching mysteries, hilarious situations and amazing acting by a stunning cast. I absolutely loved the entire film and was hoping for more endings (or yes, did I mention there are multiple endings.)

The film uses mix of camera angles and pans making the film very appealing and reveals just enough to keep the mystery going. The props and costume supports the mysterious tone of the film.

The cast is full of familiar faces bringing back many memories of different shows. From Tim Curry as (the bad guy from Charlie's Angel), Christopher Lloyd ('Doc' from Back To The Future), Martin Mull (principle from Sabrina the Teenage Witch) and Eileen Brenna (Jack's acting teacher 'Zandra' from Will and Grace).  Eileen Brenna's performance is absolutely delightful to watch as she really embodies a crazed and frantic Mrs. Peacock.
 
I watched this film a few times, each time paying attention to a different element. The second time through, I re-watched funny situations enjoying the slap stick comedy and spectacular dialogue. Third time I paid attention to the amount of work put in to make the multiple endings possible. I noticed the careful match of music with the on screen action creating the mood for the scene. There's a mix of diegetic and nondiegetic music to throw support the suspenseful mood.
 
Overall, if you haven't noticed how much I loved this film I will inform you now...I love CLUE and I highly recommend it!!