Oz continues to make magic.

Oz continues to make magic.

[Mar 15-17]

#1-Oz stuck on to its spot spot on its second week making $42million.The movie had a great week overseas as well.So far the total gross of the movie is $281million and is heading towards a big total.

#2-The Call made a surprise takeover as it beat its competitor Burt.The thriller starring Halle Berry made $17million.The low budget thriller (made at just $13million) wasnt expected to make such a good opening ,especially since it had late marketing and R rating.The movie didnt even please the critics.With a negative rating of just 40% ,it makes Call's success a even bigger achievement.

#3-The movie that was supposed to trump over The Call ,flopped heavily.The Incredible Burt Wonderstone barely made $10million ,which is a poor debut for a movie starring comic geniuses Jim Carrey & Steve Carrell.The movie has been getting poor reviews as well and is currently rated at 38%. Critics say Burt is just a one time watch.

#4-Jack the Giant Slayer ,is still holding up and trying to save some of its dignity but its all over for this one.The movie made a poor $6.2million ,bringing its worldwide total to $76million.Made at a budget of $195million ,Jack's failure is a BIG blow for its producers.Its turned out to be even a bigger failure than last years John Carter.

#5-Enjoying itself at the box office ,Identity Thief made $4.5million bringing its worldwide tally to $125million.Identity turned out to be a surprise hit like last years Ted.

This week theres a heavy inflow of movies ,but all are below average considering early reviews.But still ,my pick of the Week is....

1-Admission.This is a comedy starring 2 brilliant comic stars ,Tina Fey & Paul Rudd.The story is about a romantic comedy about a college Admissions officer.Initial reviews have been average (50%) ,but being a fan of Tina & Paul ,Admissions ,is RJG's PICK OF THE WEEK.

2-Olympus Has Fallen has some solid stars such as Gerard Butler ,Aaron Eckhart & Morgan Freeman.The movie is an action packed political thriller about the White House being captured by terrorists.Theres not much reviews and the marketing hasnt been too strong.On top of all this Gerard Butler is having a very very poor run at the box office.His last 5-6 movies have flopped.I would recommend this movie for those who dont like comedy and just want to see some thriller action.

3-The Croods is an animated movie about a bunch of cavemen.Lead by Nicolas Cage (who is currently one of the fallen from grace stars) ,Croods has to be seen only after proper reviews are out.Initial reactions have been positive ,praising the animation but story is said to be dull.

Kick Ass 2 Trailer & Pics

OHH YAAAA!!! ITS TIME TO KICK ASS !!! First Trailer for Kick Ass2 is out ! Check it out !

Trailer #1

Kick Ass 2 is the sequel to the much loved superhero/vigilante 2010 movie Kick Ass.Based on Mark Miller's comic book ,the sequel will follow Kick Ass & Hit Girl's adventures as they team up with more wannebe superheros!The movie is scheduled for a AUGUST 16 release.

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Batman Forever (1995)

[an unwanted trip to the 60's]

Batman Forever (1995)
IMDB- 5.4
Rottentomatoes- 42
RJG Rating- 40

Two Face teams up with a crazy scientist by the name of Riddler to bring a reign of terror across Gotham.Can Batman save Gotham by himself?

Starring- Val Kilmer ,Nicole Kidman ,Jim Carrey ,Tommy Lee
Director- Joel Schumacher

Forever continues the tale of Batman from the events of Returns.After Returns failed to stand up to the studios expectation at the box office (the movie was a critical hit),and of complains that the movie was too dark and gritty ,Warner Bros. replaced Tim Burton with Joel Schumacher as director.Micheal Keaton refused to return without Burton,thus being replaced by Val Kilmer.

Val Kilmer as Bruce Wayne was great.He brings a certain charm to the role of Bruce Wayne.Even as Batman ,Kilmer is a good replacement for Micheal Keaton.But Kilmer is the only good actor among the main cast.Tommy Lee Jones as Two Face/Harvey Dent is awful.His take on the villain ,is a cheap imitation of the Joker.He certainly does no justice to the role.Jim Carrey as the Riddler was a perfect match.But the Riddler has no personality in the movie ,and thus it becomes another Carrey themed role (ex:Mask,Ace Ventura,any Carrey movie).Nicole Kidman stars as Bruce's love interest but her role is even more useless than that of _ as Vicky Vale in Batman 1989.Her role is just to look pretty and that ,Nicole has done remarkably well.Chris O Donnel as Dick/Robin is irritating.

The story takes a sharp u-turn from Burton's movies.It reminds one of the stories that used to take place in the 1960's Batman TV show.Its silly and cliched.The While the previous movies gave the development of villains an equal priority to that of Batman ,Forever makes no such attempt.Even the villainous idea of stealing the brain waves of people (??!!) seem so childish.

Joel Schumacher's direction is below average.His take on the Batman series erases the hard work Burton put earlier.If compared to the story filled Returns ,Forever is completely kiddish.Also the over use of neon lights ruin the look of the movie.The intensity that was present is replaced with cheesy lines.

Overall, Forever brings Batman to the campy feel of the 60's.While kids may enjoy it,others wont.

Acting- 1.5/5
Story- 1.5/5
Direction- 2/5
Action- 3.5/5
Drama- 3/5

Oscars
Nominated --3
Best Cinematography
Best Sound Effects
Best Sound

Jim Carrey joins the cast of Kick Ass 2.

Director Jeff Wadlow announced that Carrey would play Colonel Stars, a founding member of Justice Forever who recruits heroes to the crime fighting group.Kick Ass 2 will also star the original cast members such as Aaron Johnson, Chloe Grace Moretz and Christopher Mintz.