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FILM RECOMMENDATIONS: SUPERHERO (1978-2018)

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Warner Bros. Pictures Age Certificate: 12 IMDb: 7.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 71/100 Plot The Dark Knight of Gotham City begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes the clownishly homicidal Joker. Review One of the best superhero films of the decade; when it was first announced that Michael Keaton will play the dark crusader, the audience were not convinced that a comedian could portray a dark vigilante such as Batman. Yet, Keaton steps in the role of Batman, regardless of the audience's initial response to him, and delivers one of the best Batman performances in film history. But what gave the film its positive reviews was Jack Nicholson who took on the role of the iconic villain, the Joker. Nicholson is considered one the best actors of our generation, coming from the film 'The Shining (1980)', it was already evident that Nicholson was fit to play another villain such as the Joker. This film was the reason why I lo...

FILM RECOMMENDATIONS: NOSTALGIA (1971-2009)

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20th Century Fox Age Certificate: PG IMDb: 7.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 90/100 Plot Edward, a synthetic man with scissor hands, is taken in by Peg, a kindly Avon lady, after the passing of his inventor. Things take a turn for the worse when he is blamed for a crime he did not commit. Review Like how you would know you're watching a Christopher Nolan film based on the practical effects that is used on a large scale or watching a Michael Bay film from the number of explosions you see on screen, you would recognise Tim Burton's signature style in film. It is what differentiates his films from others and is called 'Burtonesque' because of the specific aesthetic he has for all his films. The visual aesthetics for this film is filled with bright coloured houses whereas the main character, Edward, has a dark academia look to him. The contrast of the film conveys that the town people are friendly whereas Edward is not. However, that is not the case when you watch the film...

FILM RECOMMENDATIONS: 00'S NOSTALGIA (2003-14)

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Legendary Pictures, Universal Pictures Age Certificate: 15 IMDb: 6.3/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 24/100 Plot As his kingdom is being threatened by the Turks, young prince Vlad Tepes must become a monster feared by his own people in order to obtain the power needed to protect his own family, and the families of his kingdom. Review I'm surprised this film got a low rating from critics as the reviews and rating from the audience has been really good. I wouldn't consider the film to be of the horror genre but unlike Twilight, I prefer vampire films such as this. An origin story well told. My rating:   8/10 HanWay Films, Picturehouse Age Certificate:  15 IMDb:   6.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes:   91/100 Plot A soldier introduces himself to the Peterson family, claiming to be a friend of their son who died in action. After the young man is welcomed into their home, a series of accidental deaths seem to be connected to his presence. Review Whilst watching the ...