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Disturbingly entertaining...... For some people, this might not be their type of movie. First of all, if you hate horrorthrillers....turn away now. If you can't stand blood, don't even consider it. Lastly, if you are expecting a fast paced, action-filled psycho killer movie....think again. ...

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A decent family movie. Great if you have kids. One of my favourite actors, Jackie Chan starrs in this movie, and when I first heard of this movie, I was quite hesitant to watch it, afraid that this will spoil the image of such a great martial artist. However, I think it's because of his silly...

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Be drawn into the world of Greek mythology with the story of Perseus, the son of Zeus. Many of us have heard about Greek mythology and some of the gods and demi-gods that were once believed to rule the earth. However, how much do we know Clash Of The Titans tells the story of Perseus, a d...

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On March the twenty eighth, nineteen seventy-seven, the Academy of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences declared that a small film called Rocky was the best picture of nineteen seventy-six. Four decades and five sequels later, Rocky is now nought more than a pop culture punchline. A carica...

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It's lonely in space. There's millions of kilometres of sweet nothing between you and anyone else. It's a young man's game, gallivanting around the galaxy in the name of the United Federation of Planets. Admiral Jim Kirk is no longer this young man. He's behind a desk at Starfleet Command. Spock ...

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I want a refund!! Charles Dickens wrote a fantastic story, he created memorable characters and left a heart-warming message for all. This was the stepping stone from which this movie adaptation should have leapt off, instead, it plunged into a never-ending abyss of disappointment. I was s...

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Jigsaw returns for Saw VI, but I won't be returning if there's a Saw VII. After 6 installments of Saw, there reaches a point where you just get sick of it. The 6th one really did it for me. It felt like they had run out of creativity. The twists weren't as smart or unpredictable as the previo...

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3D glasses that give you motion sickness coupled with extremely gory scenes, "I can feel my dinner coming back out"..... ...at least that's how i felt when i watched this fourth installment of the popular movie. Coming into the movie after watching the first three installments, gore was prett...

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America's solution to "Shaun Of The Dead". If you enjoyed movies like "Shaun of the dead", you will enjoy this because it is pretty much the same thing. A bunch of humans stuck in a world of zombies. Although, this movie was very similar to "Shaun of the dead", it still made me laugh and w...

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One of the worst Disney movies. I have always been a fan of Disney animations, from the original fairytales that we grew up with to recent animations like "Lilo and Stitch". However, i was dissapointed by "G Force". Though "G Force" isn't completely an animation, I still expected something...

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A Must-watch movie for all ages. This is one of the movies you MUST NOT miss out on while it's still in the cinemas. I loved the storyline, the characters, the music and the funky glasses you get when watching this movie. Expect to laugh, to cry and to be on the tip of your toes with susp...

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Ticket Seller "Here, take some tissues, you'll need it". I need to start off by saying that i've never been a fan of dramas. The only dramas I've ever watched are either to accompany friends or those that are highly recommended. This movie was both. I always find it difficult to be emoti...

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Absolutely Hilarious!! This was such an entertaining movie, It was so fun to watch that I didn't want it to end. Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler were both perfect for their roles and there was definite chemistry. I originally expected this to be a typical chick flickromantic comedy, ho...

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The Loved Ones	Red Chilli Sichuan Restaurant (Sydney)	The Spy Next Door
Clash Of The Titans 3D	Rocky	Taken
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan	A Christmas Carol 3D	Saw VI
THE final destination (3D)	Zombieland	G Force
UP (3D)	My Sister's Keeper	The Ugly Truth

The Loved Ones

October 5th 2010 09:47

Disturbingly entertaining......

For some people, this might not be their type of movie. First of all, if you hate horror/thrillers....turn away now. If you can't stand blood, don't even consider it. Lastly, if you are expecting a fast paced, action-filled psycho killer movie....think again.

The Loved Ones centres around a boy who rejects a girl who asks him to the school dance.......only to find out later, she is a psychotic serial killer who finds joy in torturing boys that she likes..... and he is her next victim.

I think this movie was leaning on the edge of being an artistic type of film, with its silent, suggestive moments......smartly placed camera angles......and filming techniques. The movie is smart, in that it plays with your emotions. One moment you are completely disturbed and disgusted, the next you are laughing at the unbelievable scene on the screen.

It was definitely an interesting movie, and quite different to what I expected. I would recommend it to those that want something out of the ordinary, smart and disturbingly entertaining......

After watching this movie, you would definitely think differently about your Formal, Prom, School Dance.....or whatever you call it......

Location: In Cinemas November 4th.
Times: Check Session time closer to release.

Price: $15-$20 a person
Overall Rating: 3/5

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Red Chilli Sichuan Restaurant (Sydney)

May 14th 2010 08:01

As the weather is cooling down, it is the perfect time to eat some spicy and hot food to warm up. I ate at this restaurant in Chinatown this week. I've been here a few times as their Sichuan dishes are delicious.

The restaurant provides two types of dining experiences:
-A La Carte
-Hot Pot/Steamboat

If you are looking for good quality authentic Sichuan dishes, the A La Carte menu is great. Though a bit pricey, it is definitely worth a try. A warning though, their dishes can be EXTREMELY spicy, so make sure you know what you are getting yourself into before ordering. I especially remember ordering their "Ma Po Tofu" (Grandma Tofu), which noone on the table ended up eating more than one spoon from because it was just so spicy. However, the other dishes we ordered were nice and their vegies were very fresh. I think it's because their food is spicy it makes their vegies taste especially fresh and sweet.

Whenever I come here I prefer going upstairs for their Hot Pot/Steamboat. It is a great experience when you go with a big group of friends, as they offer buffet and the atmosphere is great for catching up with friends and everyone can eat at their own pace.. One complaint though, the service is horrendous and 90% of the waiters have extremely limited english. The soup base and variety of food is good though, and the price is reasonable. Again, be careful when ordering the spicy soup, even "mild" can be too spicy for some people. I generally ask for chicken soup and choose no-seafood buffet and whoever on the table wants spicy can get some chilli sauce. I like choosing the sesame sauce. This is great on a cold day and with a lot of friends, it is more about the experience than the food.

Location: 3/51 Dixon St Haymarket NSW 2000, (02) 9211 8122 (Generally need bookings).
Times: Open Daily 12pm-10pm
Price: Average $20 a dish OR from $20pp for Hot Pot Buffet.
Overall Rating: 3.5/5

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The Spy Next Door

May 13th 2010 14:52

A decent family movie. Great if you have kids.

One of my favourite actors, Jackie Chan starrs in this movie, and when I first heard of this movie, I was quite hesitant to watch it, afraid that this will spoil the image of such a great martial artist. However, I think it's because of his silly looks and his tendency to starr in comedies that saved him from falling into a point of no return.

We have seen other action stars attempt to do family movies, which have come out lame, cheesy, and ultimately changed their image to a point that they can't seem to go back to action as we can no longer take them seriously. However, with Jackie Chan, he is such a versatile actor that he can jump around between roles easily.

"The Spy Next Door" ties in with some of Jackie Chan's previous movies, which gives it a sense that it is a continuation of his previous movies rather creating a completely new character. So even though it is a family movie, those that have seen his other movies get reminded that he is not just some lame boring family movie actor but a great action star that is attempting something new and expanding to a larger audience. Rather than what would seem like a downgrade, it feels like he is upgrading himself by expanding.

The movie is definitely intended more for the kids, with cheesy jokes and child actors. However, the action scenes are still worth it for the adults. How can you ever get sick of the stunts that Jackie Chan pulls?. The child actors are not bad and some of their lines, though cheesy, still made me laugh a bit because it suited the family genre.

Don't go into this movie expecting hardcore fight scenes and endless action. Find a nice quiet night, gather the family, and sit around the couch. This is definitely a movie to share and a great chance for some family bonding.

Location: At Home. Hire or buy this on DVD.
Times: Anytime.
Price: Under $20. I watched this for free at a friends place.
Overall Rating: 4/5

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Clash Of The Titans 3D

April 10th 2010 07:13

Be drawn into the world of Greek mythology with the story of Perseus, the son of Zeus.

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Rocky

March 14th 2010 10:33

On March the twenty eighth, nineteen seventy-seven, the Academy of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences declared that a small film called Rocky was the best picture of nineteen seventy-six.

Four decades and five sequels later, Rocky is now nought more than a pop culture punchline. A caricature of an elderly man attempting to defeat men half his age at one of the world's hardest sports

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Taken

March 13th 2010 10:37

Taken is a film that shows even a simple plot, powerfully driven, can keep a viewer on the edge of their seat.

Liam Neeson plays a textbook ex-CIA agent with an immaculate apartment and an estranged family. His continued attempts to be present as a father since retiring have not been well met. When his daughter asks to go to Paris with a friend, he protests, stating that it is too dangerous. He eventually yields to pressure from his ex-wife and daughter, insisting only that she call him upon arrival

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Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

March 13th 2010 08:56

It's lonely in space. There's millions of kilometres of sweet nothing between you and anyone else. It's a young man's game, gallivanting around the galaxy in the name of the United Federation of Planets.

Admiral Jim Kirk is no longer this young man. He's behind a desk at Starfleet Command. Spock is now a teacher, giving his wisdom to the next generation. Doctor McCoy is older and mellowing. They're all old, and they know it

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