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1/18/2011

Star Wars Episode 4 : A New Hope

Stars:
3 1/2 stars

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...
Part IV in a George Lucas epic, Star Wars: A New Hope opens with a rebel ship being boarded by the tyrannical Darth Vader. The plot then follows the life of a simple farmboy, Luke Skywalker, as he and his newly met allies (Han Solo, Chewbacca, Ben Kenobi, C-3PO, R2-D2) attempt to rescue a rebel leader, Princess Leia, from the clutches of the Empire. The conclusion is culminated as the Rebels, including Skywalker and flying ace Wedge Antilles make an attack on the Empires most powerful and ominous weapon, the Death Star. (Source: IMDB)
Starring: Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher
Released: 1977

 

Megan's Movie Review:
Okay, I liked this story and it is great, but I don't like the old style movie. I remember watching this a lot when I was younger and it definitely entertained me, but these older movies need to be re-made because they would be sooooo awesome if they were. The acting is terrible in this, except for Harrison Ford. He is great! But I can't stand Luke and Princess Leia. And the fighting is so corny. Still, it is a good movie and it still entertains you.

What do you think?

Star Wars Episode 3 : Revenge of the Sith

Stars:
4 1/2 stars

The saga is complete.

Three years after the onset of the Clone Wars; the noble Jedi Knights are spread out across the galaxy leading a massive clone army in the war against the Separatists. After Chancellor Palpatine is kidnapped, Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi and his former padawan, Anakin Skywalker, are dispatched to eliminate the evil General Grievous. Meanwhile, Anakin's friendship with the Chancellor arouses suspicion in the Jedi Order, and dangerous to the Jedi Knight himself. When the sinister Sith Lord, Darth Sidious, unveils a plot to take over the galaxy, the fate of Anakin, the Jedi order, and the entire galaxy is at stake. Upon his return, Anakin Skywalker's wife Padme Amidala is pregnant, but he is having visions of her dying in childbirth. Anakin Skywalker ultimately turns his back on the Jedi, thus completing his journey to the dark side and his transformation into Darth Vader. Obi-Wan Kenobi must face his former apprentice in a ferocious lightsaber duel on the fiery world of Mustafar. (Source: IMDB)

Starring: Ewan McGregor, Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman
Released: 2005

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Megan's Movie Review:
This is my favorite Star Wars movie. I love the fight scene at the end but it's also so sad because he hurts his girl! And she dies... and the babies have to be split up. But it is so good and I think it has such a great story with Anakin going bad and following the Sith. The graphics are fabulous and it almost makes you wish that it was real. I would love to have a light saber. :)

Opinions?

Star Wars Episode 2 : Attack of the Clones

Stars:
4 Stars

A Jedi Shall Not Know Anger. Nor Hatred. Nor Love.

Ten years after the 'Phantom Menace' threatened the planet Naboo, Padmé Amidala is now a Senator representing her homeworld. A faction of political separatists, led by Count Dooku, attempts to assassinate her. There aren't enough Jedi to defend the Republic against the threat, so Chancellor Palpatine enlists the aid of Jango Fett, who promises that his army of clones will handle the situation. Meanwhile, Obi-Wan Kenobi continues to train the young Jedi Anakin Skywalker, who fears that the Jedi code will forbid his growing romance with Amidala. (Source: IMDB)

Starring: Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Hayden Christensen
Released: 2002

 

Megan's Movie Review: 
Again, I like these newer Star Wars movies better than the old ones. They are so much better with all the new technology and it makes it seem realistic. I love the story. It's so sad because you know who Anakin will become. Yoda had a cool fight scene in this movie that was awesome! Good movie. I also really like Hayden Christensen as Anakin. He was a good actor and he seems so young in this movie.

Your thoughts?

1/17/2011

Star Wars Episode 1 : The Phantom Menace

Stars:
4 stars

Every generation has a legend. Every journey has a first step. Every saga has a beginning.

The evil Trade Federation, led by Nute Gunray is planning to take over the peaceful world of Naboo. Jedi's Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi are sent to confront the leaders. But not everything goes to plan. The two Jedis escape, and along with their new Gungan friend, Jar Jar Binks head to Naboo to warn Queen Amidala, but droids have already started to capture Naboo and the Queen is not safe there. Eventually they land on Tatooine, where they become friends with a young boy known as Anakin Skywalker. Qui-Gon is curious about the boy, and sees a bright future for him. The group must now find a way of getting to Coruscant and to finally solve this trade dispute, but there is someone else hiding in the shadows. Are the sith really extinct? Is the Queen who she really says she is? and what's so special about this young boy? (Source: IMDB)
Starring: Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman
Released: 1999

 

Megan's Movie Review:
I remember when this movie came out, it was awesome! I think the newer movies of star wars are sooo much better than the old ones. The old ones have a good story but I enjoy the technology of the new movies. The graphics are a lot better and it makes it actually seem real. The best part of the movie is the racing scene. I love star wars. I love how creative everything is. It was truly a good movie. The light saber fights were pretty awesome too. Much better than the old ones and its because they actually look like they are fighting in these.

Star Wars fans?

Christmas Vacation

Stars:
3 3/4 stars

Yule crack up!

It's Christmas time and the Griswolds are preparing for a family seasonal celebration, but things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen and their two kids. Clark's continual bad luck is worsened by his obnoxious family guests, but he manages to keep going knowing that his Christmas bonus is due soon. (Source: IMDB)

Starring: Chevy Chase
Released: 1989

 Megan's Movie Review:
As a family, it is tradition to watch this movie every Christmas Eve. It is hilarious! It never gets old and I love this movie. Chevy Chase is awesome! One of my all time favorite parts of this movie is the squirrel part. It's awesome. The dog, Snots, is disgusting. And it's just plain funny when the old aunt packages her cat. I could go on but it's great and hilarious. There is one part in this movie that we always skip, and it is when he daydreams. Not a good part and I wish they didn't put that in this movie. Oh and also that part in the mall too..
Your thoughts?

Home Alone

Stars:
3 1/2 stars

When Kevin's Family Left For Vacation, They Forgot One Minor Detail: Kevin. But Don't Worry... He Cooks. He Cleans. He Kicks Some Butt.

It is Christmas Time and the McAllister family is preparing for a vacation in Paris, France. But, the youngest in the family named Kevin got into a scuffle with his older brother Buzz and was sent to his room which is on the third floor of his house. Then, the next morning, while the rest of the family were in a rush to make it to the airport on time, they completely forgot about Kevin who now has the house all to himself. Being home alone was fun for Kevin, having a pizza all to himself, jumping on his parents' bed and making a mess. Then, Kevin discovers about 2 burglars, Harry and Marv about to rob his house on Christmas eve. Kevin acts quickly by wiring his own house with makeshift booby traps to stop the burglars and to bring them to justice. (Source: IMDB)

Starring: Macaulay Culkin
Released: 1990
Megan's Movie Review:
This is one of my all time favorite Christmas movies! I remember watching this so much when I was a kid. Now this isn't the greatest movie ever but it sure is enjoyable. It is pretty cheesy and corny but that's okay. It is funny and entertaining and you can't help but love this movie when you are a kid. You want to be like him and "kick butt". But.. don't become like him in real life, he is a punk..that's a different story. I did feel though that at the beginning of this movie, everyone was mean to him and even his uncle, like when he called him a little jerk. No way.. I wouldn't allow someone else to call my son that. Anyways, good movie for Christmas.

What do you think?

Tron Legacy

Stars:
4 1/4 stars

The Game Has Changed.

Sam Flynn, the tech-savvy 27-year-old son of Kevin Flynn, looks into his father's disappearance and finds himself pulled into the same world of fierce programs and gladiatorial games where his father has been living for 20 years. Along with Kevin's loyal confidant, father and son embark on a life-and-death journey across a visually-stunning cyber universe that has become far more advanced and exceedingly dangerous. (Source: IMDB)

Starring: Jeff Bridges, Garrett Hedlund, Olivia Wilde
Released: 2010

Megan's Movie Review: This was a good movie and I really liked watching it. We saw it in 3-D and I wouldn't recommend it. Most of the movie wasn't in 3-D and even when it was, I wasn't impressed. I did love the racing scenes in this movie. I wished there were more because I felt that was the coolest part of the whole movie. This new actor, Garrett Hedlund, was actually pretty good. I liked him in this. It was kind of weird to see Jeff Bridges all computerized but it was only because they had to make him look younger. The machines in this movie were awesome and so neat looking. I liked how when they would race or drive they had a "line" follow them. I don't know what they are called (can't remember). Good movie, I want this as part of my collection.

Did any one like this movie? How about the old movie? (I never saw it but how was it compared to this one?)