The Tide Turner - Angela McAllister
Cal has always lived in the half dark, her life shrouded by secrets.
On the day she sets off to uncover the truth she is swept up in a current of strange events. Drawn into her fatestream are merciless predators and improbable friends; Orcara, the kelpish healer, mysterious Tarian who trades in power and knowledge, and Jake, a boy as lost and hunted as Cal herself.
Who can they trust? Who should they fear?
RATING: 8/10 - It is a nice little read between books, especially when reading a series :)
Melon xxx
Monday 30 May 2011
Atori's book series of the week - Darkest Powers Trilogy
If your interested in reading this series, please don't read the following synopsis' as it may give too much away, but please scroll to the ratings :)
The Summoning - Kelley Armstrong
Chloe Saunders sees dead people. Yes, like in the films. The problem is, in real life saying you see ghosts gets you a one-way ticket to the psych ward. And at 15, all Chloe wants to do is fit in at school and maybe get a boy to notice her. But when a particularly violent ghost haunts her, she gets noticed for all the wrong reasons. Her seemingly crazed behaviour earns her a trip to Lyle House, a centre for disturbed teens.
At first Chloe is determined to keep her head down. But then her room mate disappears after confessing she has a poltergeist, and some of the other patients also seem to be manifesting paranormal behaviour. Could that be a coincidence? Or is Lyle House not quite what it seems…? Chloe realizes that if she doesn’t uncover the truth, she could be destined for a lifetime in a psychiatric hospital. Or could her fate be even worse…? Can she trust her fellow students, and does she dare reveal her dark secret?
The Awakening - Kelley Armstrong
If you had met me a few weeks ago, you probably would have described me as an average teenage girl—someone normal. Now my life has changed forever and I’m as far away from normal as it gets. I’m a living science experiment—not only can I see ghosts, but I can raise the dead without even trying. Trust me, that is not a power you want to have. Ever. I’m running for my life with three of my supernatural friends and we have to find someone who can help us gain our freedom back before the Edison Group finds us first. Or die trying.
The Reckoning - Kelley Armstrong
My name is Chloe Saunders. I’m fifteen, and I would love to be normal.
But normal is one thing I’m not.
For one thing, I’m having these feelings for a certain antisocial werewolf and his sweet-tempered brother–who just happens to be a sorcerer–but, between you and me, I’m leaning toward the werewolf.
Not normal.
My friends and I are also on the run from an evil corporation that wants to get rid of us…permanently.
Definitely not normal.
And finally, I’m a genetically altered necromancer who can raise the dead, rotting corpses and all, without even trying.
As far away from normal as it gets.
RATINGS:
The Summoning: 7/10
The Awakening: 9/10
The Reckoning: 10/10
Atori xxx
The Summoning - Kelley Armstrong
Chloe Saunders sees dead people. Yes, like in the films. The problem is, in real life saying you see ghosts gets you a one-way ticket to the psych ward. And at 15, all Chloe wants to do is fit in at school and maybe get a boy to notice her. But when a particularly violent ghost haunts her, she gets noticed for all the wrong reasons. Her seemingly crazed behaviour earns her a trip to Lyle House, a centre for disturbed teens.
At first Chloe is determined to keep her head down. But then her room mate disappears after confessing she has a poltergeist, and some of the other patients also seem to be manifesting paranormal behaviour. Could that be a coincidence? Or is Lyle House not quite what it seems…? Chloe realizes that if she doesn’t uncover the truth, she could be destined for a lifetime in a psychiatric hospital. Or could her fate be even worse…? Can she trust her fellow students, and does she dare reveal her dark secret?
The Awakening - Kelley Armstrong
If you had met me a few weeks ago, you probably would have described me as an average teenage girl—someone normal. Now my life has changed forever and I’m as far away from normal as it gets. I’m a living science experiment—not only can I see ghosts, but I can raise the dead without even trying. Trust me, that is not a power you want to have. Ever. I’m running for my life with three of my supernatural friends and we have to find someone who can help us gain our freedom back before the Edison Group finds us first. Or die trying.
The Reckoning - Kelley Armstrong
My name is Chloe Saunders. I’m fifteen, and I would love to be normal.
But normal is one thing I’m not.
For one thing, I’m having these feelings for a certain antisocial werewolf and his sweet-tempered brother–who just happens to be a sorcerer–but, between you and me, I’m leaning toward the werewolf.
Not normal.
My friends and I are also on the run from an evil corporation that wants to get rid of us…permanently.
Definitely not normal.
And finally, I’m a genetically altered necromancer who can raise the dead, rotting corpses and all, without even trying.
As far away from normal as it gets.
RATINGS:
The Summoning: 7/10
The Awakening: 9/10
The Reckoning: 10/10
Atori xxx
Friday 27 May 2011
UWN Graduate Fashion Show May 26th 2011
Melon: At the end of every University year the Fashion Design course has a Graduate Fashion Show in the Riverfront Theatre. (I know this as I was on the course for three years, and was in the show myself last year.) The show was once again a success and some of the designs were amazing, some beautiful and some commercial... I have collected some images of my favourite designs and collections. Except one, which I couldn't find any suitable photos for and that was:
(If I find any images to show this collection I will add them at a later date.)
The other collections and designs were:
Hannah Cooper: VISIONARY - Structural Shapes, powerful sexuality, tough luxe with an edge of sophistication. Clothes that show contemporary realism for the intoxicatingly cool. Creating a second skin, an extension of oneself in a relaxed form of glamour. Inspired by visionary imagination.
Amanda Bishop: Rebellion - A rebellious womenswear collection inspired by British ceremonial military uniform; focusing on masculine structure, untraditional style lines, cut and feminine detail, a collection of flamboyant tailored jackets and coats.
First Year Collection: Every year they have a large selection of the first and second year designs entering the stage together, the following design was in the first year section. I love the design of the coat.
Franky Hesketh: Drop Dead Gorgeous - A sense of drama production and performance... embracing the female form of femininity seductively devine and elegantly with dark intimidating undertones of vampire inspired lavish couture.
Emily McCarthy: Traje de Luz - Costumes of light - A contemporary Spanish inspired collection drawing on heritage and personal passion for this heavenly, cultural country. Simplistic silhouettes have been entwined with rich bold beautiful fabrics fusing technology with tradition innovating light technology and beautiful surface decoration is combined on the catwalk.
Rachel Higgins: Iridescence - Collection inspired by the Pembrokeshire seashore - shell shapes, clams on rocks and the way nature has shaped the shoreline. Draping... beadwork... hand embellishment. Silhouettes inspired by icon Grace Kelly and her flirtatious hourglass feminine silhouettes.
Anne-Marie Hodder: 1950's Edge - A collection inspired by the classic 1950s with a modern, eclectic twist. The collection brings a very retro feel but with contemporary construction methods; Combining alternative fashion design and unconventional ideology.
Claire Andrew: Tomorrow is now - Act now, grasp life, and appreciate the world around you! Nature and contrast continually inspire. Clouds, landscapes, cityscape's and dragonflies captured the imagination. Textiles, textures and surfaces inspired by nature are combined to create organic contemporary silhouettes. Visual dynamic photographic prints set the scene for this breathtaking fashion collection.
Melon: Collections: 9/10 (there were some really amazing collections, but some just missed the mark)
Overall experience: 8/10 (I loved the show, but the small TV screens were hard to see and they were different colours.)
Atori: Collections: 6/10 - I didn't really like too many of the collections. Except a pair of polka dot, 50's shorts.
Overall Experience: 7/10 - Because I missed half the show because some mans big head was in the way. haha.
Melon and Atori xxx
Wednesday 25 May 2011
Atori's TV series of the week - Queer as Folk
Queer as Folk - Starring: Gale Harold, Randy Harrison, Michelle Clunie, Thea Gill, Scott Lowell, Peter Paige, Hal Sparks, Sharon Gless, Robert Gant and Jack Wetherall.
For five compelling seasons, Britains Smash-Hit saga became Amercia's taboo-busting touchstone of contemporary gay life. The stories of Brian, Michael, Justin, Emmett, Ted, Melanie and Lindsay are the stories of your friends, your family, our world.The setting is Pittsburgh. The characters are 20- and 30- somethings concerned about love, friendship, family and career. But any similarity to other TV shows stops there. Because Queer as Folk is an edgy, frank, startling and compelling view of contemporary gay life.
Follow Emmett, Ted, Justin and arrogant hunk Brian as they find romance in the arms of a string of Mr. Wrongs - and an occasional Mr Right - in a series that 'opens the closet of gay TV, sexuality and chucks in a neon stick of dynamite.' (James Poniewozick, Time). Set to a soundtrack as urgent and hip as the lives of its characters, Queer as Folk will shake you up, win you over, rock your world.
RATINGS: 10/10
Firstly you should know that there are a lot of graphic sex scenes, but don't let that deter you from watching it as the story lines behind the sex are greatly developed. Each character has a wonderful story to tell and a great journey to take you on.
I loved Brian Kinney and Justin Taylor's relationship and how it grew through each series. Brian Kinney was my favourite character development as he grew the most, I like him because people always saw him as the 'selfish' one and he allowed people to view him that way, but throughout each series he was always the one doing stuff for others and never letting them know it was him. Some story lines were really good, the only ones that I thought were bad were the drug scenes, as it made it appear that all they did was take drugs and have sex all the time. It also made it appear that all straight people were against gay life. It opened my eyes to how people used to react to gay culture and how its still very prejudice now, but its less taboo now.
QUOTES:
'No matter what you look like, somebody will always be dazzled by your beauty' - Emmett Honeycutt
'I'd set you up with my sister... Only, she looks like me in a dress' - Ted Schmidt
'It's not lying if they make you lie. If the only truth they can accept is their own.' - Brian Kinney
'[to Craig Taylor](Justin's Dad) So in other words, for Justin to live here with you, he has to deny who he is... what he thinks... and how he feels. Well, that's not love. That's hate.' - Brian Kinney
'Well listen up, now that your hearing has returned... This queer says "FUCK YOU".' - Justin Taylor
'A leopard can't change his stripes and neither can a queer.' - Debbie Novotny
'[to Justin, about Brian] If you ask me, he's been pretty good to you. He saved your life, he took you in, he's putting you through school, he protects you, he looks after you... And whether you believe it or not, he loves you, more than he's ever loved anyone.' - Michael Novotny
Atori xxx
For five compelling seasons, Britains Smash-Hit saga became Amercia's taboo-busting touchstone of contemporary gay life. The stories of Brian, Michael, Justin, Emmett, Ted, Melanie and Lindsay are the stories of your friends, your family, our world.The setting is Pittsburgh. The characters are 20- and 30- somethings concerned about love, friendship, family and career. But any similarity to other TV shows stops there. Because Queer as Folk is an edgy, frank, startling and compelling view of contemporary gay life.
Follow Emmett, Ted, Justin and arrogant hunk Brian as they find romance in the arms of a string of Mr. Wrongs - and an occasional Mr Right - in a series that 'opens the closet of gay TV, sexuality and chucks in a neon stick of dynamite.' (James Poniewozick, Time). Set to a soundtrack as urgent and hip as the lives of its characters, Queer as Folk will shake you up, win you over, rock your world.
RATINGS: 10/10
Firstly you should know that there are a lot of graphic sex scenes, but don't let that deter you from watching it as the story lines behind the sex are greatly developed. Each character has a wonderful story to tell and a great journey to take you on.
I loved Brian Kinney and Justin Taylor's relationship and how it grew through each series. Brian Kinney was my favourite character development as he grew the most, I like him because people always saw him as the 'selfish' one and he allowed people to view him that way, but throughout each series he was always the one doing stuff for others and never letting them know it was him. Some story lines were really good, the only ones that I thought were bad were the drug scenes, as it made it appear that all they did was take drugs and have sex all the time. It also made it appear that all straight people were against gay life. It opened my eyes to how people used to react to gay culture and how its still very prejudice now, but its less taboo now.
QUOTES:
'No matter what you look like, somebody will always be dazzled by your beauty' - Emmett Honeycutt
'I'd set you up with my sister... Only, she looks like me in a dress' - Ted Schmidt
'It's not lying if they make you lie. If the only truth they can accept is their own.' - Brian Kinney
'[to Craig Taylor](Justin's Dad) So in other words, for Justin to live here with you, he has to deny who he is... what he thinks... and how he feels. Well, that's not love. That's hate.' - Brian Kinney
'Well listen up, now that your hearing has returned... This queer says "FUCK YOU".' - Justin Taylor
'A leopard can't change his stripes and neither can a queer.' - Debbie Novotny
'[to Justin, about Brian] If you ask me, he's been pretty good to you. He saved your life, he took you in, he's putting you through school, he protects you, he looks after you... And whether you believe it or not, he loves you, more than he's ever loved anyone.' - Michael Novotny
Atori xxx
Melon's Film of the week - The Notebook
The Notebook - Starring: Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling
Behind every great love is a great story.
As teenagers, Allie and Noah begin a whirlwind courtship that soon blossoms into tender intimacy. The young couple is quickly separated by Allie's upper-class parents who insist Noah isn't right for her. Several years pass, and, when they meet again, their passion is rekindled, forcing Allie to choose between her soulmate and her class order. This beautiful tale has a particularly special meaning to an older gentleman who regularly reads the timeless love story to his aging companion.
Based on the best selling novel by Nicholas Sparks, The Notebook is at once heartwarming and heartbreaking and will capture you in its sweeping and emotional force.
RATINGS: 10/10 Just magical!
I first watched this film when I was 17 and it is now one of my all-time favourite movies. I love the way that Allie and Noah's relationship blossoms. I love how much of a gentleman Noah is :) ... I used to say to Atori, 'one day I'm going to get myself a Noah.' I think it's really hard for me to choose a favourite scene as I loved the entire movie. I did watch the film before I read the book, so when i read the book, I was a little confused as the book is in the opposite direction to the film... the end of the film is how the book starts. The film shows a lot more detail about their relationship than the book as it just mentions their courtship rather than saying how they met and places they went etc. If you love chick-flicks then you will love this movie! :D
Melon xxx
Behind every great love is a great story.
As teenagers, Allie and Noah begin a whirlwind courtship that soon blossoms into tender intimacy. The young couple is quickly separated by Allie's upper-class parents who insist Noah isn't right for her. Several years pass, and, when they meet again, their passion is rekindled, forcing Allie to choose between her soulmate and her class order. This beautiful tale has a particularly special meaning to an older gentleman who regularly reads the timeless love story to his aging companion.
Based on the best selling novel by Nicholas Sparks, The Notebook is at once heartwarming and heartbreaking and will capture you in its sweeping and emotional force.
RATINGS: 10/10 Just magical!
I first watched this film when I was 17 and it is now one of my all-time favourite movies. I love the way that Allie and Noah's relationship blossoms. I love how much of a gentleman Noah is :) ... I used to say to Atori, 'one day I'm going to get myself a Noah.' I think it's really hard for me to choose a favourite scene as I loved the entire movie. I did watch the film before I read the book, so when i read the book, I was a little confused as the book is in the opposite direction to the film... the end of the film is how the book starts. The film shows a lot more detail about their relationship than the book as it just mentions their courtship rather than saying how they met and places they went etc. If you love chick-flicks then you will love this movie! :D
Melon xxx
Book and Film of the week...
Every week, or when we remember, we will each post a film/TV series and a book of the week, one that has been read before and it could be any film that means something to one of us, a TV series we've enjoyed watching or it could be something from our childhood that we enjoyed reading. It's going to be a new feature for our blog :)
Melon and Atori xxx
Melon and Atori xxx
Tuesday 24 May 2011
Pirates of the Carribean - On Stranger Tides (SPOILERS)
We've just got back from the cinema today, after watching the newest Pirates of the Caribbean. In the famous words of Ronald Weasley 'That was Bloody Brilliant.'
And for those of you like ourselves that are huge Johnny Depp fans, don't even bother reading this, just go watch it! You know you'll love it anyway, even if it's just for the eye-candy! (New eye-candy for you in this one too.)
Melon: I absolutely loved this film! Everything about it was enjoyable from start to finish... I was told by others who have seen it before me that I shouldn't get my hopes up about it, but it was better than the second and third films (which I thought were amazing anyway), so naturally my expectations were high and I am happy to say I wasn't disappointed. I thought it might be a little strange watching it without Elizabeth and Will in this one, but it wasn't that bad as the new characters were amazing and suited the storyline perfectly. One new character in particular was rather nice to look at called Philip, I think it was the long hair, the muscles and the romantic storyline. For any guys reading, there is more than enough eye-candy for you too, what with Penelope Cruz as one of the main characters and the large amount of mermaids. Barbossa and Gibbs were as cool as ever, and the newest pirate SCRUM is a great edition to the story. I would say that the only thing that was upsetting for me really was no more Pintell (Hello Poppet) and Ragetti (The one with the wooden eye)... But if I remember correctly they were on Davey Jones Ship/Will Turner's?... Great watch, would recommend to everyone :)
Atori: The first Pirates film without Keira Knightly and Orlando Bloom, but with double Deepness and a new hunk Sam Claflin, it didn't disappoint. The story is centred around the fountain of youth, and each character has a different goal. It opens with one of Jacks many great escapes along with Gibbs. There's a new love interest, this time for Jack with Angelica - Penelope Cruz. A new bad ass in the name of Blackbeard and an added love interest between Philip and the mermaid Syrena. Great action, romance and some good twists. I missed Jack the monkey, though he did make an appearance. A must see film, even without some of the well-loved characters from the last three films, the new cast has made up for it. So watch it already :]
RATINGS:
Melon: I think the overall film is: 10/10 The New characters: 10/10 Special Effects: (mermaids, flame ship etc) 10/10
Atori: Overall Film: 10/10 Storyline: 9/10 New Characters: 10/10
Footnote: For those of you like me (Melon) who like the special features on the DVDs, you'll realise that Johnny Depp has added more to the character of Captain Jack. Like the shin bone that appeared on his head scarf in the third film. He has now got new markings on his face, under his right eye is a small cross and on his chin is a burn/brand mark.
Please watch the film right up until after the credits as there is once again a hidden scene :)
And for those of you like ourselves that are huge Johnny Depp fans, don't even bother reading this, just go watch it! You know you'll love it anyway, even if it's just for the eye-candy! (New eye-candy for you in this one too.)
Melon: I absolutely loved this film! Everything about it was enjoyable from start to finish... I was told by others who have seen it before me that I shouldn't get my hopes up about it, but it was better than the second and third films (which I thought were amazing anyway), so naturally my expectations were high and I am happy to say I wasn't disappointed. I thought it might be a little strange watching it without Elizabeth and Will in this one, but it wasn't that bad as the new characters were amazing and suited the storyline perfectly. One new character in particular was rather nice to look at called Philip, I think it was the long hair, the muscles and the romantic storyline. For any guys reading, there is more than enough eye-candy for you too, what with Penelope Cruz as one of the main characters and the large amount of mermaids. Barbossa and Gibbs were as cool as ever, and the newest pirate SCRUM is a great edition to the story. I would say that the only thing that was upsetting for me really was no more Pintell (Hello Poppet) and Ragetti (The one with the wooden eye)... But if I remember correctly they were on Davey Jones Ship/Will Turner's?... Great watch, would recommend to everyone :)
Atori: The first Pirates film without Keira Knightly and Orlando Bloom, but with double Deepness and a new hunk Sam Claflin, it didn't disappoint. The story is centred around the fountain of youth, and each character has a different goal. It opens with one of Jacks many great escapes along with Gibbs. There's a new love interest, this time for Jack with Angelica - Penelope Cruz. A new bad ass in the name of Blackbeard and an added love interest between Philip and the mermaid Syrena. Great action, romance and some good twists. I missed Jack the monkey, though he did make an appearance. A must see film, even without some of the well-loved characters from the last three films, the new cast has made up for it. So watch it already :]
RATINGS:
Melon: I think the overall film is: 10/10 The New characters: 10/10 Special Effects: (mermaids, flame ship etc) 10/10
Atori: Overall Film: 10/10 Storyline: 9/10 New Characters: 10/10
Footnote: For those of you like me (Melon) who like the special features on the DVDs, you'll realise that Johnny Depp has added more to the character of Captain Jack. Like the shin bone that appeared on his head scarf in the third film. He has now got new markings on his face, under his right eye is a small cross and on his chin is a burn/brand mark.
Please watch the film right up until after the credits as there is once again a hidden scene :)
Philip talking to Syrena
Melon and Atori xxx
Monday 23 May 2011
Prayers For Bobby (SPOILERS)
Today we watched Prayers for Bobby, It was the second time Atori watched it and persuaded me to do the same. I think it's worth a watch if your not shallow minded :)
Atori: I've seen this film twice now, and I still find it informative and uplifting. Based on a true story, it's about a young boy, Bobby Griffith coming out to his family in the 1980's. For the first 45 minutes, my views of the mother were negative. She was very religious and ignorant. At those times, I guess, it was a lot more difficult for people to accept gay people. I think it's because the subject wasn't as talked about and people knew nothing of it. Half way through the film, it starts getting more emotional when Bobby commits suicide. As the family cope with the loss, Bobby's mother seeks guidance from a Methodist church wanting to put herself at ease that Bobby has gone to heaven. Towards the end, the mother's views change and she comes to realise that Bobby was `born different at birth`, that he didn't choose to be gay. The acting, at times wasn't too great but the story makes you think and it moved me.
Melon: This was the first time I've seen this film, and I actually really enjoyed it, at first it was really frustrating to watch because the opinions of people in the film about gay relations. For example 'all gays should be lined up and shot,' URGH! some people just piss me off. This whole story was centered around the Bible and religious values, and the prejudices within it about gay relations. What I liked about this film was the fact that it showed two sides to every argument. I liked the fact that the Reverend helped the Mother to understand a better way of thinking and to help her have a less ignorant outlook. It was really frustrating right up until the last 25 minutes, when Mary started to understand that she needed to change. I thought the speech at the end was very moving and very eye-opening for anyone who doesn't understand the 'gay way of life.' GO PFLAG MOMS! I loved how informative the film is, I think everyone who isn't as accepting of gays as I am should seriously watch this film. It might just open your eyes a little bit more.
RATINGS:
Atori: Acting: 4/10 Informative: 10/10 Overall Film: 8/10
Melon: Acting: 2/10 Sorry Sigourney Weaver Informative: 10/10 Overall Film: 9/10 Frustration: 10/10
Melon and Atori xxx
Atori: I've seen this film twice now, and I still find it informative and uplifting. Based on a true story, it's about a young boy, Bobby Griffith coming out to his family in the 1980's. For the first 45 minutes, my views of the mother were negative. She was very religious and ignorant. At those times, I guess, it was a lot more difficult for people to accept gay people. I think it's because the subject wasn't as talked about and people knew nothing of it. Half way through the film, it starts getting more emotional when Bobby commits suicide. As the family cope with the loss, Bobby's mother seeks guidance from a Methodist church wanting to put herself at ease that Bobby has gone to heaven. Towards the end, the mother's views change and she comes to realise that Bobby was `born different at birth`, that he didn't choose to be gay. The acting, at times wasn't too great but the story makes you think and it moved me.
Melon: This was the first time I've seen this film, and I actually really enjoyed it, at first it was really frustrating to watch because the opinions of people in the film about gay relations. For example 'all gays should be lined up and shot,' URGH! some people just piss me off. This whole story was centered around the Bible and religious values, and the prejudices within it about gay relations. What I liked about this film was the fact that it showed two sides to every argument. I liked the fact that the Reverend helped the Mother to understand a better way of thinking and to help her have a less ignorant outlook. It was really frustrating right up until the last 25 minutes, when Mary started to understand that she needed to change. I thought the speech at the end was very moving and very eye-opening for anyone who doesn't understand the 'gay way of life.' GO PFLAG MOMS! I loved how informative the film is, I think everyone who isn't as accepting of gays as I am should seriously watch this film. It might just open your eyes a little bit more.
RATINGS:
Atori: Acting: 4/10 Informative: 10/10 Overall Film: 8/10
Melon: Acting: 2/10 Sorry Sigourney Weaver Informative: 10/10 Overall Film: 9/10 Frustration: 10/10
Melon and Atori xxx
'Before you echo Amen in your home or place of worship, think and remember. A Child is listening.'
Mary Griffith
Sunday 22 May 2011
Insidious (SPOILERS)
So we went to watch Insidious last week on Tuesday 10th May (I know it was a Tuesday, because it was cheap Tuesday at the cinema, OH YEAH! And not an Orange Wednesday).
Melon: I thought it was a pretty good film to be honest. It was very jumpy (those are the best type of 'scary' films). I thought the storyline was good, up until the last say 45 minutes, when the whole 'red demon' thing started happening... mainly because the Demon looked like Darth Maul after he's had a few too many to drink crossed with Edward Scissorhands. The other 'ghosts' were more believable especially the freaky child who enjoyed 'tip-toe through the tulips' - which is now one of the freakiest songs I have ever heard. (Especially when your Mother gets it stuck in her head and sings it as she walks along the landing back and forth from her room to the bathroom) Scary Times! The four freaky smilers at the bottom of the staircase were a close second as well... Overall I think it was worth a watch and definitely better than Paranormal Activity which was the first film I have ever wanted to walk out of...
Atori: Okay, so... I wasn't too sure on the film. The whole plot, overall, was good. But I must have been one of the only ones in the cinema who didn't jump - nothing makes me jump in scary movies, mainly because I'm always expecting it. Unless it's the snake Nagini when that flung out on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Prt. 1, that time my heart went. Anyway, back to Insidious... I spent most of the film trying not to laugh at the lad within a group of guys in front of us, who was jumping every five minutes. Other than the scariness and jumpiness thing, which could be just me because I'm not one to pull a cushion over my face, (Melon: Cheeky bugger) I did like the storyline. Astral-projection is one of those things that interests me [yep, I do believe people can do that stuff, and Melon does too] I agree with Melon on:
RATINGS:
Melon: I'd give it a 8/10 for scary jumpiness and for the last 45 minutes of plot 4/10
Atori: I'd give it 3/10 for scary jumpiness and for the overall plot 5/10
For anyone who's interested in the freakiest song for the month of May here is a link:
Tip-toe through the Tulips - Tiny Tim
Melon and Atori xxx
Melon: I thought it was a pretty good film to be honest. It was very jumpy (those are the best type of 'scary' films). I thought the storyline was good, up until the last say 45 minutes, when the whole 'red demon' thing started happening... mainly because the Demon looked like Darth Maul after he's had a few too many to drink crossed with Edward Scissorhands. The other 'ghosts' were more believable especially the freaky child who enjoyed 'tip-toe through the tulips' - which is now one of the freakiest songs I have ever heard. (Especially when your Mother gets it stuck in her head and sings it as she walks along the landing back and forth from her room to the bathroom) Scary Times! The four freaky smilers at the bottom of the staircase were a close second as well... Overall I think it was worth a watch and definitely better than Paranormal Activity which was the first film I have ever wanted to walk out of...
Atori: Okay, so... I wasn't too sure on the film. The whole plot, overall, was good. But I must have been one of the only ones in the cinema who didn't jump - nothing makes me jump in scary movies, mainly because I'm always expecting it. Unless it's the snake Nagini when that flung out on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Prt. 1, that time my heart went. Anyway, back to Insidious... I spent most of the film trying not to laugh at the lad within a group of guys in front of us, who was jumping every five minutes. Other than the scariness and jumpiness thing, which could be just me because I'm not one to pull a cushion over my face, (Melon: Cheeky bugger) I did like the storyline. Astral-projection is one of those things that interests me [yep, I do believe people can do that stuff, and Melon does too] I agree with Melon on:
I thought the storyline was good, up until the last say 45 minutes, when the whole 'red demon' thing started happeningThe demon thing just made me laugh. The ending too, I was disappointed with, though it does give a good opening for a sequel.
RATINGS:
Melon: I'd give it a 8/10 for scary jumpiness and for the last 45 minutes of plot 4/10
Atori: I'd give it 3/10 for scary jumpiness and for the overall plot 5/10
For anyone who's interested in the freakiest song for the month of May here is a link:
Tip-toe through the Tulips - Tiny Tim
Melon and Atori xxx
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