Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope

A Long Time Ago In A Galaxy Far Far Away.

Title: Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
Genre: Action / Adventure / Fantasy / Science Fiction
Running Time: 2 hours 1 minute
Release Date: 21st September, 2004 (Original: 25th May, 1977)
Cast: Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker; Harrison Ford as Han Solo; Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia Organa; Peter Cushing as Grand Moff Tarkin; Alec Guinness as Obi-Wan "Ben" Kenobi
Box Office Gross: $460M

When did I watch it? 14th January, 2009
Where? Home
What's the story? The Jedi Knights have been exterminated and the Empire rules the galaxy with an iron fist. A small group of Rebels have dared to fight back by stealing the secret plans to the Empire's mightiest weapons, the Death Star battle station. The Emperor's most trusted servant, Darth Vader, must find the plans, and locate the hidden Rebel Base. Princess Leia, a captive Rebel leader, sends out a distress signal that is intercepted by a simple farm boy, Luke Skywalker. Luke takes up the challenge to rescue the princess and help the Rebellion overthrow the Empire, along with such unforgettable allies as the wise Obi-Wan Kenobi, the cocky Han Solo, the loyal Chewbacca, and the droids R2-D2 and C-3PO.

Reasons to watch this flick: This is the movie that started it all. Released originally in 1977, years later, this would be the benchmark of all sci-fi flicks with impeccable use of special effects.
So how much do I rate it? 5/5

Website: http://www.starwars.com/
Rotten Tomatoes: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/star_wars/
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Yavin

It's All Gone Pete Tong

Title: It's All Gone Pete Tong
Genre: Comedy / Musical
Duration: 90 minutes
Release Date: 1st January, 2004
Date of Viewing: 7th September, 2006
Venue: Home
U.S. Box Office: $ 120,620
Rating: 5/5

Synopsis: Frankie (Paul Kaye) was one of Europe’s most talented and envied DJs and a main attraction for hedonistic youth each holiday season in Ibiza, Spain. Everything about Frankie’s life was over the top: the clubs, the parties, the women and the drugs. But the years of pounding music and heavy toxins took their toll, eventually leaving Frankie stone deaf. His fans, record deal, manager, wife and stepson soon disappeared. The good times gone, Frankie isolated himself in his villa for a year under a pile of self-pity and a mountain of drugs. Determined to pull himself together, Frankie hired a lip-reading instructor, accepting a new way of life and rediscovering the dance rhythms that had defined him. His ultimate redemption returned him to the top of the scene with a renewed connection to the almighty beat. And then - he disappeared.

My Review: Filmed comletely in Ibiza this is one awesome movie. Music, sex, drugs, beach, clubs, women - this flick has got everything that any club head like me raves about. The perfect sunset, the perfect mansions, massive clubs, the beautiful party people is what defines Ibiza - the ultimate party island. Featuring mockumentary interviews of some of the biggest jocks in the scene, the direction of the movie is astoundingly realistic. Its looks more like a documentary rather than a work of fiction. Awesome stuff Michael Dowse.

Website: http://www.itsallgonepetetong.com/

Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind

Title: Eternal Sunshine Of A Spotless Mind
Genre: Romance / Science Fiction
Duration: 108 minutes
Release Date: 19th March, 2004
Date of Viewing: 30th March, 2006
Venue: Theatre
U.S. Box Office: $ 34 million
Rating: 5/5

Synopsis: Joel (Jim Carrey) is stunned to discover that his girlfriend Clementine (Kate Winslet) has had the memories of their tumultuous relationship erased. Out of desperation, he contacts the inventor of the process, Dr. Howard Mierzwiak (Tom Wilkinson), to have Clementine removed from his own memory. But as Joel's memories progressively begin to disappear, he begins to discover their earlier passion. From deep within the recesses of his brain, Joel attempts to escape the procedure. As Dr. Mierzwiak and his crew chase him through the maze of his memories, its clear that Joel can't get Clementine out of his head.

My Review: This movie started off being really slow & dumb & I was expecting yet another cheesy sad love story. But things began changing dramatically when the movie started taking unpredictable turns almost every moment. Then comes the main theme - using science to erase memories of loved ones who you no longer wish to be with. I mean, the theme was intriguing & made the movie all the more interesting. Hats off to the direction & the acting. Both Kate Winslet & Kirsten Dunst were splendid. And Jim Carrey's veteran-acting to top it up. The point I don't understand is why would distributors release this movie after 2 years in India?

Website: http://www.eternalsunshine.com/

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Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen

Title: Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen
Genre: Comedy / Romance
Duration: 89 minutes
Release Date: 20th February, 2004
Date of Viewing: 17th March, 2006
Venue: Home
U.S. Box Office: $ 29 million
Rating: 3/5

Synopsis: Lola (Lindsay Lohan), an egocentric teenager, feels that her life is simply not worth living when she moves away from New York City with her family. Losing every thing she loves and treasures, she is plunked down in New Jersey - what she believes to be a "cultural wasteland." How will this New York doll ever make it as a Jersey girl? Thrust into a suburban high school and determined to upset the established order, Lola sets out on a mission. Convinced that only she deserves to be the most popular girl in the school, Lola competes with another girl who is equally snobby, and who also believes that the school should revolve around her.

My Review: OK, I started watching this movie as a lame excuse not to study! And also Lindsay was one of the reasons I thought I should go watch this. And believe me, this movie being a major chick flick didn't disappoint me. This made me come to a conclusion that chick flicks ain't that bad. I mean if nothing, you get to watch all those babes in their daily tantrums & stuff. Its actually kinda good. Anyway this movie is all about how a teenage girl always desires to be with her one & only celebrity stereotype! That she'll do everything it takes to catch one glimpse of him.. yada yada... Go watch it!

Website: http://disney.go.com/disneypictures/teenagedramaqueen/

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