'Def' at a Funeral

As we know the world of film is currently littered with remakes of previous films such as Christopher Nolan's 'Batman Begins' or Neil LaBute's effort with 'The Wickerman', but the newest addition to the list is a British comedy made only 3 years ago and was far from a Box Office smash. So whats the fuss?

The British version, although not a huge success, managed to get plenty of laughs throughout but always seemed to be missing something. Now that it's had the Def Jam treatment it looks like the missing ingredient has been found in the form of orginal black American comedy.
With the likes of Chris Rock and Martin Lawrence on hand it looks like the laughs will be coming thick and fast.
As far as the trailer goes, it doesn't dissapoint and looks like a comedy that follows in the footsteps of 2009s 'The Hangover'. Trust me, an English script mixed with Hollywood's finest comedians makes for something very interesting, far from a funeral experience.

'Death at a Funeral' hits cinemas across the UK on the 4th June 2010, with a full review to follow.

Law Abiding Citizen: It's Biblical!

"You're the one who makes deals with murders yea? Well I've come to make mine. Release me.
Or what?
Or I kill everyone."
As overly dramatic as this sounds, 'Law Abiding Citizen' doesn't dissapoint.Immediately, within the first 5 minutes the film sets the scene. After seeing his wife and daughter murdered in cold blood, Gerard Butler has hope he will find righteousness in the justice system, only to hind the justice system is as hell-beant as murderes themselves.
As a Hollywood film, 'Law Abiding Citizen' can't really punch its weight along with other Hollywood blockbusters, however don't let that put you off. This film delivers the sort of hard-edged action script we have seen and come to love over the years and With Jamie Fox and Gerard Butler headlining, it allows audiences to see a film with high class acting.
Though it may not be to everyones taste, 'Law Abiding Citizen' is worth a day out at the cinema. It's hard-edged and relentless and comes with a little eye candy for the girls. 7/10

Like this Film? Then watch: The Dark Knight (2008)

'Sands of Time' running out?

Next year sees the release of 'Prince of Persia: Sands of Time', an adaptation of the best selling video game, however the question is will it fall under the same curse that made numerous other adaptations the flops they are today?
Look no further than the likes of 'Max Payne', 'Hitman' and even 'Tomb Raider' to see obituary of video game films that didn't quite make the cut but admittedly the future looks bright for this effort.
With Mike Newell - the brains behind films such as 'Four Weddings and a Funeral' and 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire' - directing and Jake Gyllenhaal starring as the prince himself, the film does look to have good potential and may be an overdue success in the video game adaptation market.

'Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time' comes to cinemas on 28 May 2010 with a full review following.

Mel's back at the 'Edge Of Darkness'

Hollywood Legend Mel Gibson will finally make his long awaited return to the big screen, in new thriller 'Edge Of Darkness'.
The film is based on a BBC drama from 1985, but don't let that put you off as Gibson gives an impact performance as he finds himself at the centre of a heart-breaking conspiracy theory.
Rarely do we see a Hollywood film stripped of any novelties or proposed stereotypes, but 'Edge Of Darkness' looks gritty and honest, whilst taking on a gripping script from Casino Royale director Martin Cambell, making this blockbuster definitely worth a watch.

'Edge Of Darkness' hits cinemas on 29th January across the UK. A full review will follow.