X-Men Origins: Wolverine

X-Men Origins: Wolverine is a 2009 superhero film based on the Marvel Comics' fictional character Wolverine. The film is directed by Gavin Hood and stars Hugh Jackman as the title character, along with Liev Schreiber, Danny Huston, will.i.am, Lynn Collins, Taylor Kitsch and Ryan Reynolds. It is the fourth installment of the X-Men film series, and serves as a prequel to the previous installments, being primarily set roughly ten to seventeen years before the film X-Men. The film focuses on the violent past of the mutant Wolverine.

It tells the story of Wolverine's epically violent and romantic past and about his complex relationship with his half-brother Victor Creed. The plot also details Wolverine's early encounters with Colonel William Stryker, his time with Team X and the bonding of Wolverine's skeleton with the indestructible metal, adamantium, during the Weapon X program. Along the way, Wolverine encounters many mutants, both familiar and new, including surprise appearances by several legends of the X-Men universe whose appearances in the film series have long been anticipated.

To be honest, this movie surprised me. I didn't think it would be so good. The action scenes are amazing and the plot is well structured. Basically, any questions you have about Wolverine will be answered by this movie. But, I suggest watching the other films before this one - It'll then be easier to follow.

Terminator Salvation

Terminator Salvation is a 2009 American science fiction film written by John Brancato and Michael Ferris and directed by Joseph McGinty Nichol (McG). It is the fourth film in the Terminator series, and stars Christian Bale as future Resistance leader John Connor and Sam Worthington as cyborg Marcus Wright. The film also introduces a young Kyle Reese from the original 1984 film, played by Anton Yelchin, as well as depicting the origin of the T-800 Model 101 Terminator. Terminator Salvation, set in 2018, focuses on the war between humanity and Skynet - a departure from the previous installments, which were set on the present day and featured time travel.

The year is 2018. Judgment Day has come and gone, leveling modern civilization. An army of Terminators roams the post-apocalyptic landscape, killing or collecting humans where they hide in the desolate cities and deserts. But small groups of survivors have organized into a Resistance, hiding in underground bunkers and striking when they can against an enemy force that vastly outnumbers them. Only one man saw Judgment Day coming. One man, whose destiny has always been intertwined with the fate of human existence: John Connor. In a battle against time, Conner must save Kyle Rees from Skynet to protect the future of the world.

I never have been a big Terminator fan, and this movie didn't change a thing. I didn't like this movie at all. It some good action scenes but the storyline was pretty boring. If you are a Terminator fan, don't expect much, because this one disappoints.

17 Again

17 Again is a 2009 comedy film from New Line Cinema starring Zac Efron, Matthew Perry, Leslie Mann, Thomas Lennon, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Sterling Knight, and directed by Burr Steers. What would you do if you got a second shot at life?

Mike O'Donnell (Zac Efron) is a star on the high school basketball court with a college scout in the stands and a bright future in his grasp. But instead, he decides to throw it all away to share his life with his girlfriend Scarlet and the baby he just learned they are expecting. Almost 20 years later, Mike's (Matthew Perry) glory days are decidedly behind him. His marriage to Scarlet (Leslie Mann) has fallen apart, he has been passed over for a promotion at work, his teenage kids think he is a loser, and he has been reduced to crashing with his high school nerd-turned-techno-billionaire best friend Ned (Thomas Lennon). But Mike is given another chance when he is miraculously transformed back to the age of 17. Unfortunately, Mike may look 17 again, but his thirtysomething outlook is totally uncool among the class of 2009. And in trying to recapture his best years, Mike could lose the best things that ever happened to him.

I loved this movie. It was brilliant and not like any other romantic comedy. This is definitely a must watch.

Angels & Demons

Angels & Demons is a 2009 American film adaptation of Dan Brown's novel by the same name. It is the sequel to The Da Vinci Code, even though the novel Angels & Demons was published first and takes place before the novel The Da Vinci Code. Tom Hanks reprises the lead role of Robert Langdon, while director Ron Howard, producer Brian Grazer, and screenwriter Akiva Goldsman also return.

When Langdon discovers evidence of the resurgence of an ancient secret brotherhood known as the Illuminati – the most powerful underground organization in history – he also faces a deadly threat to the existence of the secret organization's most despised enemy: the Catholic Church. Upon learning that the clock is ticking on an unstoppable Illuminati time bomb, Langdon travels to Rome, where he joins forces with Vittoria Vetra, a beautiful and enigmatic Italian scientist. Embarking on a nonstop, action-packed hunt through sealed crypts, dangerous catacombs, deserted cathedrals, and even to the heart of the most secretive vault on earth, Langdon and Vetra will follow the 400-year-old Path of Illumination that marks the Vatican's only hope for survival.

I thought that this was a pretty good movie, though people say the book is better. Unlike it's prequel - The Da Vinci Code, this one has a very clear and well structured plot. The movie has some good scenes in which the intensity has been built up well. This movie won't be a waste of time so I'd definitely recommend it.

The Hangover

The Hangover is a 2009 comedy film directed by Todd Phillips. The film stars Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Justin Bartha, and Heather Graham. The movie is a comedy about a bachelor party gone horribly wrong.

Two days before his wedding, Doug and his three buddies drive to Vegas for a blow-out night they'll never forget. But when the three groomsmen wake up the next morning with pounding headaches, they can't remember a thing. Their posh hotel suite is beyond trashed and the groom is nowhere to be found. With no clue of what happened and little time to spare, the trio must attempt to retrace their bad decisions from the night before in order to figure out where things went wrong and hopefully get Doug back to L.A. in time for his wedding. However, the more they begin to uncover, the more they realize just how much trouble they're really in.

This was a hillarious movie. I enjoyed it from the start till the end. This is a must watch (atleast for guys).

Valkyrie

Valkyrie is a 2008 historical thriller film set in Nazi Germany during World War II. Written by Christopher McQuarrie, directed by Bryan Singer, and starring Tom Cruise, the film depicts the July 20, 1944 plot by German army officers to assassinate Adolf Hitler and to use the Operation Valkyrie national emergency plan to take control of the country.

A proud military man, Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg is a loyal officer who serves his country all the while hoping that someone will find a way to stop Hitler before Europe and Germany are destroyed. Realizing that time is running out, he decides that he must take action himself and joins the German resistance. Armed with a cunning strategy to use Hitler's own emergency plan--known as Operation Valkyrie--these men plot to assassinate the dictator and over-throw his Nazi government from the inside. With everything in place, with the future of the world, the fate of millions and the lives of his wife and children hanging in the balance, Stauffenberg is thrust from being one of many who oppose Hitler to the one who must kill Hitler himself.

Personally, I loved this movie. It moves at a descent pace without any unnecessary scenes and keeps you interested. Some people have criticized it for being boring at times, but all the conversations have importance and are rather interesting if you actually listen to them. I think the only flaw in the movie was that almost everyone, besides Hitler, had an an American accent. Besides that all the actors played their roles brilliantly.  I'd definitely recommend this movie to people. 

Rock On!!

Rock On!! is a 2008 Bollywood film which released a little over a month ago. Directed by Abhishek Kapoor, the movie stars Arjun Rampal and debutantes Farhan Akhtar and Prachi Desai along with Luke Kenny, Purab Kohli, Koel Purie, Shahana Goswami and Nicolette Bird. The movie is about the reunion of 4 ex-band members in their attempt to relive their glory days as a band.

The plot moves back and forth in time as we learn what Aditya (Farhan Akhtar), Joe (Arjun Rampal), Rob (Luke Kenny) and K.D. (Purab Kohli) do, and did 10 years ago. 1o years ago the 4 youths were part of a successful band named 'Magik'. The 4 of them were living happy and care-free lives. By winning a concert they had gotten their ticket to success. However due to a rise in differences between Aditya and Joe, the band split, causing the 4 youths to go their seperate ways. By now, each of them lead very different lives and all of them are unhappy with their current situations. Fate causes Aditya's wife to meet KD and after some initial awkwardness and hesitation, the four set off again, from where they left, with the goal of rekindling the magic between them.

'Rock On' is truly a sincere and commendable effort to tell a different story. Unlike other Bollywood movies, it is true to life and very identifiable. The music is good but very simple which has caused it to recieve severe criticism. I really liked the movie and I found it to be quite inspiring. This movie is certainly not a waste of time and if you enjoy Hindi rock music, you just might like this one.

Wanted

Wanted is a 2008 action film which is based on the comic of the same name. Directed by Timur Bekmambetov, it stars James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie. It tells the tale of a frustrated office worker's transformation into a superhuman assassin.

Wesley Gibson (James McAvoy) is a frustrated and depressed office worker who works at a dead-end job. He is constantly chewed up by his boss and ignored by his girlfriend, who incidently is sleeping with his best friend. In short Wesley was living a pathetic and pointless life. However, one day his fortunes turn when he meets a woman named Fox (Angelina Jolie) who tells him that his father was one of the greatest assassins in the world and that he had been killed the day before. Wesley does not believe this at first, but soon finds himself bieng trained in the organization his father used to work for known as The Fraternity. The Fraternity, headed by a man named Sloan (Morgan Freeman), is an organization which had the responsibility of keeping justice in the world. Wesley's main aim of joining the organization was to kill his father's assassin. However as the movie unfolds Wesley finds out that all is not what it appears to be and that the truth about his father has been completely manipulated and twisted around by none other than Sloan himself!!

Despite all the negative reviews I heard about this movie plus the far-fetched concept of curving bullets, I still genuinley enjoyed watching it. The entire movie is filled with adrenaline pumping action and I have to say that Angelina Jolie was looking bloody amazing. If you are plannig to watch this movie, I suggest you leave your scientific knowledge outside and just sit back and enjoy this crackling thrill ride.

Quantum of Solace

Quantum of Solace (2008) is the sequel to the 2006 film Casino Royale. It is directed by Marc Forster, and features Daniel Craig's second performance as James Bond. The movie also stars Mathieu Amalric and Olga Kurylenko. Seeking revenge for the death of his love, secret agent James Bond sets out to stop an environmentalist from taking control of a country's water supply.

Betrayed by Vesper, the woman he loved, 007 is determined to uncover the truth. He and M interrogate Mr. White who reveals the organization which blackmailed Vesper is far more complex and dangerous than anyone had imagined. Forensic intelligence links an MI6 traitor to a bank account in Haiti where Bond encounters the beautiful but feisty Camille (Olga Kurylenko), and she leads him to Dominic Greene (Mathieu Amalric), a ruthless business man and major force within the mysterious organization. On a mission that leads him to Austria, Italy and South America, Bond discovers that Greene, conspiring to take total control of one of the world's most important natural resources, is forging a deal with the exiled General Medrano. Using his associates in the organization, and manipulating his powerful contacts within the CIA and the British government, Greene promises to overthrow the existing regime in a Latin American country, giving the General control of the country in exchange for a seemingly barren piece of land. As Bond gets closer to finding the man responsible for betraying Vesper, he must keep one step ahead of the CIA, the terrorists and even M, to unravel Greene's sinister plan and stop his organization.

This movie is filled with action packed scenes from start to finish. The storyline moves at a quick pace and is kind of hard to keep up with. Despite this the movie certainly did not dissapoint me, although I was expecting more from it. According to me Casino Royale was better than this one. I'd say that this movie is must watch if you're a James Bond fan.

Babylon A.D.

Babylon A.D. is a 2008 science fiction thriller film based on the novel Babylon Babies. The film was directed by Mathieu Kassovitz and stars Vin Diesel, Mélanie Thierry and Michelle Yeoh.In the near future, Toorop is a mercenary who takes the job of escorting a woman named Aurora from Central Asia to New York. While he thinks this is just an ordinary mission, he gradually finds out that his guest is carrying twins that have the potential to become the next Messiahs - and everybody wants to get their hands on them.

It is the not-too-distant future. It is a world made for hardened warriors, one of whom, a mercenary known only as Toorop (Vin Diesel), lives by a simple survivor's code: kill or be killed. His latest assignment has him smuggling a young woman named Aurora (Mélanie Thierry) from a convent in Kazakhstan to New York City. Toorop, his new young charge Aurora and Aurora's guardian Sister Rebeka (Michelle Yeoh) embark on a 6,000-mile journey that takes them from Eastern Europe, through a refugee camp in "New Russia," across the Bering Straight in a pilfered submarine, then through the frozen tundra of Alaska and Canada, and finally to New York. Facing obstacles at every turn, Toorop, the killer for hire, is tested like never before, in ways he could never have imagined--as he comes to understand that he is the custodian of the only hope for the future of mankind. For the first time in his life, Toorop has to make a choice: to make a difference or walk away and save himself. Too bad it came on the day he died.

From the trailers this movie did look like it would be brilliant, however it was not so. The action scenes were amazing and the movie moved on at a decent pace. However the reception of this movie was poor. It recieved harsh criticism and even the director was not happy with it. According to me, the first of the movie was good but soon after that the movie lost it's way and I did not like the ending at all. To sum it up, I'd say that this movie is watchable but don't expect too much