4 Biggies of AUGUST!

July was a bit of a downer after power packed May & June ,and August marks the end of the action movie season.Unfortunately theres just 4 anticipated movies ,and its hard to place much hope on these.

Europa-AUG2

story-a group of astronauts land on Europa ,one of Jupiter's moons.As usual something goes wrong.

+The trailer was amazing.The realistic feel of the movie is also another attraction.

-Found footage is on the decline.The story might take a cliched route as other space movies.

FINAL VERDICT= 60 https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=683680348325559

Elysium- AUG9

story- In a futuristic world ,the wealthy live on space stations,while the rest live on a ruined Earth.

+ The brilliant director of District 9 , Neill Blomkamp ,is directing this one.Plus theres a solid cast of Matt Damon & Sharlto Copley.

- it looks like District9 and it could be just the same thing plus an over the top story

Kick Ass 2- AUG16

story-More costumed vigilantes hit the street ,and Kick Ass joins a group in order to take down Red Mist aka The Mother F**ker.

+ The first part has turned into a cult movie ,and with its type of action and comedy ,the sequel is a hot movie of this year.Trailers looks great.Jim Carrey's inclusion is a major positive!

- Following up on a critical movie is a hard task.The trailers dont have that spark ,the first movie had.

The World's End- AUG23

story- 5 childhood friends have a reunion and go on a long pub run.

+ The brilliant team of Edgar Wright ,Simon Pegg & Nick Frost are back after Hot Fuzz & Shaun Of the Dead.

- none so far.

If i had to pick one out of the 4 ,it would be-----At Worlds End.What are your anticipated movies of August?

Europa Report (2013)

[realistic,yet dull]

Europa Report (2013)

IMDB- 6.3

RottenTomatoes- 64%

RJG Rating- 60

6 astronauts take a historic journey towards Europa ,one of Jupitar's moons.

Starring- Sharlto Copley,Michael Nyqvist, Anamaria Marinca

Director- Sebastián Cordero

Acting is pretty average from the cast.Some go a bit over the top while others dont get much time to shine.The most recognizable from the group is Sharlto Copley (District 9).Frankly hes the selling point of the entire movie ,and he does his work excellently.But his role is comparatively short and hes been under utilized.The rest of the actors try their best but it doesnt help the movie much.

The story for Europa Report is good ,but theres something lacking in it.It tries to convey something fresh but struggles during the course.Theres a severe lack of excitement.And the time jumps were a bit too much.

The direction was pretty good.The movie unfolds in a mockumentary (fake documentary) style.And the movie completely works under fixed cameras.In such areas ,Europa has done a good job.My major gripe with the movie was Sharlto's short role and the slow pace. Director Sebastián ,does get full marks for the way hes conveyed the movie.From the start itself it focuses on being as realistic as possible.The slow pace can be said to be due to the realism setting of the movie.

The visual effects ,and the shots of space were excellent.Europa itself looked very realistic.

Overall ,i wont recommend Europa to casual viewers ,its more enjoyable to people who like space related documentaries.

Acting- 3/5

Story- 2.5/5

Direction- 3.5/5

Drama- 3/5

Thriller- 2.5/5

Sci-Fi - 4/5

Europa Report Trailer

Trailer & Poster for Europa Report

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbw9hlBnG74

Starring District9's breakthrough actor ,Sharlto Copley ,Europa Report is a movie about a group of astronauts landing on Jupiter's moon -Europa .
The trailer was awesome!The movie looks damn real! Check it out!