Hotel Transylvania 2 Review

Drac and his gang. 

Hotel Transylvania 2 Review – Will humans ever be good enough to check into Hotel Transylvania?

New addition. 

In this sequel we start off with the wedding between human Jonathan (voiced by Andy Samberg) and Dracula’s daughter, Mavis (Selena Gomez). Dracula (Adam Sandler) have finally loosened his ‘monster only’ restriction at Hotel Transylvania and soon greeted by great news that he is going to be a ‘Vampa’ (vampire grandpa geddit?). Hoping that his grandson, Dennisovich (his vampire name) will continue his legacy, Dracula gets worried when Dennis (his human name) doesn’t show any sign of being a vampire while Mavis is adamant to move into the human world. He suggests that Mavis visits her human in-laws while he together with his other monster friends take Dennis to a monsters boot camp. Mavis faces a human culture shock and gets mad when she finds out that Dracula have been ‘trying’ to teach Dennis into becoming a monster. During Dennis 5^th birthday, both the human and monster family comes together to celebrate with a special guest appearance, Dracula’s father, Vlad who is a bad arse and hates humans. What will happen when Vlad finds out that his granddaughter is married to a human? Bloodbath or celebration? Jeng jeng jeng

Vampa, Vamma and Vamson? Maybe? 

The first movie was to quote Dracula was just ‘bleh bleh bleh’ but thankfully this sequel in an improvement. More voice talents are introduced consisting Adam’s usual friends such as Kevin James and David Spade. What worked was their voice that matched their roles. I especially enjoyed lil’ Dennis, every word he said is just beyond cute. The storyline is pretty simple for kids to understand and adults to enjoy. Adam’s usual slap stick jokes are here and there so just get used to it. A simple animation to teach value of family/friends this one is.

Guess who!!! 

Let’s just say Hotel Transylvania 2 is an upgraded version of the original Hotel Transylvania if it was a real hotel. Bring your little ones and enjoy your ‘stay’. 

The Transporter Refuelled Review

Ready for another ride? 

The Transporter Refuelled Review – There is a new driver on board in the reboot replacing Jason Statham.

Respect the rule. 

This time Frank Martin (Ed Skrein) is hired to drive around Anna and her band of femme-fatale robbing some dangerous mans. He later finds out that they have kidnapped his father so that he will complete his job. Little by little Frank finds out the real motive behind the ladies taking revenge against their employer. Will Frank stick to his ‘no question’ motto or fall for the trick and be part of the scheme to take down the Russian mob? 

Like father, like son? 

Jason made this role his own so it was kinda hard to watch a newbie replacing him. Ed however managed to hold his own. He is slightly more ‘smiley’ compared to Jason. Plus the addition of Frank’s father role gave a bit more human character who in previous flicks was just a lone ranger. Ed however ‘pout’ a wee too much for my liking till it made my friend and I giggling whenever his lips ‘stands out’. The storyline is pretty much the same with some awesome driving skills and camera work to capture the action.

Deal no deal? 

A decent reboot with fresh cast but if The Transporter aims to ‘drive’ further sequels, it better come up with much better plot. 

Pawn Sacrifice Review

Beautiful Mind 

Pawn Sacrifice Review – Think chess is just a game?

Bravo Tobey!

Bobby Fischer (Tobey Maguire) is obsessed on becoming the world’s youngest chess champion and set upon a journey to compete with the world’s finest. The side effect of his obsession is his erratic behaviour. He is convinced that the Soviet Union and even United States are conspiring against him. With his unpredictable manner will he ever be able to be the best chess player or fade into insanity?  

Chess is life

Tobey Maguire gives one of his best performances ever. It is both so inspiring and annoying to watch him trying to make sense of the chess world. One moment he is so nice and within few seconds he turns into a maniac. Some historical footage used might interest history buffs to give this movie a watch. The pace of the movie is kinda slow but worth the wait.

Indeed it is

Friendly warning – make sure no noisy ‘creature’ are seated near you when you are watching this film. I (once again) had the un-fortune luck of getting a moron who would not shut up on the next seat. Trust me, if murder was not a criminal offence, that moron would have end up dead. There is a scene in the movie when Bobby almost goes insane trying to get the quietest room to play and I could so relate to the situation while watching this movie. It’s a must watch for those who still play chess (as in on a chess board and not your tablet) as the movie is based in true story.    

P/s - Thank you Klips for the preview tickets! 

#PolisEvo Review

Tag team terbaik boh! 

Polis Evo Review – Malaysian version of Bad Boys? Heck why not! 

Sam, the late Harun and Zizan! 

Inspector Bangkai…eh I mean Inspector Khai (Shaheizy Sam) is known as ‘Super Cop’ among the police force in KL. While Inspector Sani (Zizan Razak) takes care of wrongdoings in Terenganu. A murder of an Oldman brings these two policemen’s together to combine force and solve a crime. As they dig further, they discover about a drug syndicate making ‘Shabu Naga’ to be sold to an international drug cartel. The baddie is a ruthless fella who in retaliation decides to kidnap Sani’s sister. With the life of his family member on the line, can both cops stop the drug transaction from happening while try to save his sister? Jeng jeng jeng…

Jahat benor ko ek Izrael! 

The success point to this movie is the amazing chemistry between Sam and Zizan. One is a tough guy while the other is a cool cucumber…until you mess with his family. Another awesome thing is the baddie. Memang jahat giler ok mamat ni. Dah nama pun Izrael kan? Ntah ntah memang lahir kot Israel kot. Giler kejam! While it was also good to see the Late Harun Salim Bachik playing perhaps his last but memorable role.  Meanwhile, action fans are in for a treat as the explosions, car chase and what not are top notch along with the light comedic lines thrown here and there that will make you laugh your butts off.

Den menang kontest ni lar dpt tgk preview! 

Overall I was really impressed with our own ‘gambar aksi’. Polis Evo managed to hit high marks it set out to achieve. Memang Terbaik Boh so jangan lupa pi tengok ek. Gamba memang molek benor gitew.

P/s - Maceh HLive for the preview invite! 

Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Review

Lari oi lariiiiiiii

Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Review – The running continues…

The Maze Runners! 

After making it out alive from the maze, the boys are in for another unknown adventure ahead of them. They are brought to a facility and given new cloth, food and bed to sleep on. Thomas (Dylan O’Brien) is however suspicious on the real intention of people ‘helping’ them. He investigate further and finds out that they are ‘precious goods’ because their blood can be used to fight a deadly virus. Once again Thomas gather his Glades buddies and goes on the run towards the mountain people who can help them. With WCKD (pronounced “wicked) hot on their heels can they make it alive…once again?

A different view perhaps?

Nothing to shout about here. I was not impressed with the boys running in the maze and it gets worse in this sequel. I was just tired looking at them running and running and…more running. What is the purpose? A life full of running. I rather just walk but that’s just me. 

Will Thomas make it? 

Perhaps my age is catching up for not liking this flick. I however like The Hunger Games and Divergent series so I guess it’s the movie’s fault. It just didn’t measure up to other teenage post-apocalyptic pictures out there. Perhaps you might think otherwise. The final part will release next year and I will only watch it if I get the preview tickets. Not gonna spend my money on this when there are better films out there.

P/s - Thank you Churp Churp for the #Churpremiere tickets 

The Intern Review

Who's the Boss? 

The Intern Review – Two Oscar winners in one movie?

Indeed. 

Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) is a retired widower who is bored out of his mind. He stumbles upon a senior citizen internship programme at online fashion site run by Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway) and decides to apply. As luck would have it, he lands the position working directly under Jules. The duo takes time to warm up to each other learning new things about themselves. Jules is faced with a huge decision if she should appoint a CEO for her company while facing a ‘situation’ at home. With a pending huge decision, will she be able to make the right choice and will Ben be able help her decide?

Old is the new new. 

Both Anne and Robert are not actually my favourite Hollywood stars buttttttt their chemistry seemed to work in this flick to my liking. Robert as Ben especially being everybody’s favourite ‘Uncle’ at ‘About The Fit’ with his sensible advices. While Anne as Jules had to be the best Boss in the World ever with her kind manners towards her employees. The storyline is very present-day situation faced by the younger generation now. Perhaps an older point of view will be useful to solve a problem from a different angle. The younger and older generation can work together if they can learn and teach each other things they don’t know. 

You don't say! 

If you are looking for an insight on how to work with old people, perhaps this movie can give you a clear picture. Just sit back and enjoy this light hearted flick.   

P/s - Thank you ChurpMY for the #Churpremiere tickets 

Hitman: Agent 47 Review

Hit me with your best shot! 

Hitman: Agent 47 Review – Another reboot/remake. Call it what you what with fresh new cast.

Apa tengok-tengok?!

Agent 47 (Rupert Friend) is a genetically engineered assassin bent on completing his contract by hunting and killing the programme’s engineer. He teams up with Katia Van Dees (Hannah Ware) who is trying to find her father. Together they try to locate the engineer who is also wanted by an organization called Syndicate International.  The hunt takes them to Singapore for a final showdown between Agent 47, Katia and the Chairman of the Syndicate. Will Agent 47 able to fulfil his agreement and Katia finally finds out the truth about her father and herself? 

Again....apa tengok-tengok? 

Expect loads of killing with people dropping like flies getting whacked left right and centre. Those scenes are there to make you forget about the storyline which is pretty needs its own assassin. Same goes for the acting, nothing but merciless killer mode. One thing you can look forward is ‘seeing’ Singapore during the second half of the movie. 

Fine...tengok lar! 

Watch, don’t watch…it’s your choice because you don’t lose or gain anything besides being entertained a little here and there. 

P/s - Terima kasih Abam Budieydotcom for the preview pass.