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Sunday, November 25, 2012

Geisha Assassin(Geisha vs. Ninjas) (2008, Movie)

The actress needs serious training in swordsmanship, or maybe the editor just used less than perfect takes of some of the combat, either way the girl doesn't convincingly wield a blade. The story was slow and the movements were over dramatic.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

First Position (2011, Documentary)

A wonderful documentary about kids from age 7 to 19 who live for ballet. As a dancer, it was nice to see a movie made about dancers where dancers starred as "the dancers."   The dance students that the movie follows could all be considered prodigies, and it felt as though even if something went terribly wrong, they would be okay no matter what. It's fascinating look at what kind of childhood these kids have; their dedication and their passion. 

Monday, November 19, 2012

Act of Valor (2012, Movie)

Active duty SEALs play the lead fighting roles in a saga based on actual events from their service.The SEALs display courage beyond courage. The action in the movie was very intense and realistic. It gives you a small glimpse into the lives of these hero soldiers on and off the battlefield.

Sunday, November 18, 2012

IRIS by Cirque du Soleil

The acrobatics weren't that complex but the costumes were artistic as usual. The story is about a boy trying to find his love that entered into some kind of entertainment business. Not much detail went into the story line.  The "pit orchestra" is absolutely amazing (if you can call it that, most of the sound is pre-recorded except for the eight live musicians sitting in the boxes on stage right/left). 

It was just okay. Nothing amazing about it, but definitely not up to Cirque standards.

Saturday, November 17, 2012

Underworld: Awakening (2012, Movie)

Kate Beckinsale is back in black latex returning as Death Dealer Selene. This movie takes place after humans "cleanse" the world of vampires and lycans.