Summer Movie Review 1

So far this summer I have seen my share of movies.  However, in this article I will only focus on three. Stay tuned for more reviews! 

It is always interesting to see what re-makes will capture the essence of mixing the old with the new, as well as, what new life concepts have mirrored themselves on film.

Let’s start with the the remakes:

Rise of The Planet of the Apes is next on my list of movies to go see. From Charlton Heston’s character George Taylor’s famous line “Take your stinking paws off me, you damned dirty ape” to that weird romance between Mark Wahlberg and Estella Warren. This film franchise is sure to creep its audience out once again. The 2001 Tim Burton film received terrible reviews but still managed to make over 178 million at the box office.

Final Verdict:

Though I have not seen it yet, I’ll be honest my expectations are low for this second remake. Do not go in with High Expectations for a transcending film that will revolutionize the generation, Rise of the Planet of the Apes is not that. To be frank, It’s more like that Amusement Park experience where you want to ride something you are familiar with before taking on what’s brand new and exciting. Like the Wayan’s World rollercoaster at King’s Dominion, it’s nostalgic, a bit cheesy but ultimately a safe pick to get you started for your day’s amusement or entertainment.

Critiques of What I Seen:

Comic Book Movies:

It started this summer with X-Men: First Class:

This was a entertaining and enlightening film that ultimately was a pretty good pre-quel to the, Marvel Comic franchise. This film gave you a look back at a young Professor X and Magneto and how they worked together to establish the first school for mutants. For the most part the acting was pretty good. For all you guys out there, Zoe Kravitz will definitely satisfy your eye-candy cravings. Overall Grade=A-

Thor:

I really enjoyed this film. The acting was along the same lines, as Iron Man. Which isn’t bad considering there was a different director for this film. Jon Favreau directed Iron Man But needless to say the film does satisfy the urge of its audience. In the film, we are introduced to Thor, played by Chris Hemsworth, (Star Trek) 

and learn his upbringing in this one. There is some action to satisfy the need for the film but more backstory to set up a sequel. Anthony Hopkins plays his father the King, who banishes his son Thor to earth. The reason behind his banishment is what fuels the story. If you are not a comic book fan or you did not like Iron Man, then you will not like this movie. However, if you are a fan of the films, definitely add this one to your repertoire. Overall Grade=A-

Stay Tuned for more Critiques from InsideTheBooK. Up next is Cowboys & Aliens, Crazy Stupid Love & The Green Lantern.

It's Time I Get to Know Kreayshawn

Who is Kreayshawn? That’s what I was wondering when I saw a Youtube pop-up ad for her new music video “Gucci Gucci”. I must admit at first glance I was like, “Ahh hell here we go, another over the top gimmick”. It turns out after watching the video, I like it just like the other 8.9 million people who have viewed the video.  I really liked the part when she says “I’m rolling up my catnip and S*****n in your litter”. It’s a very catchy flow and I appreciate her rapping about how such material things, like Prada and Gucci are basic. This song is a nice anthem for young hip hop girls today.

Honestly, she is a breath of fresh air! She is one of the answer’s to my previous post, “Hip Hop, Where is my lady”. The Oakland native takes her image seriously and really wants to make a difference and inspire women.  Though she respects other female artists, like Nicki Minaj, she doesn’t always agree with their message. As she mentions in a recent article, “No disrespect to [Nicki Minaj] because she’s got talent. But when it comes to inspiring young women, her message is to be a Barbie—to be plastic, to be fake, to all have blonde hair.” This type of response makes me lol! I appreciate her being honest and true and not being fake.  Some are even calling her the latest controversial white rapper.  

Despite how some may feel, she is on such an inspiring road for many to behold. I wonder if she even knows it. We shall see only time will tell. Her music resonates with me a great deal. I dig her originality and willingness to just be creative and raw. Like when she was rocking her Fred Flintstone hoody in her first video “Bumpin Bumpin”. Not everyone can do that and get away with it. Definitely a sought after artist rumor has it she has signed with Sony and Columbia for deals of over a million dollars. Whatever the truth is she is hot commodity in the industry today. She is a fresh new face making a lot of noise.

Even Lil Wayne, has taken notice as he rapped on the “Gucci Gucci” beat for his new mixtape. Although his hook and verses just totally blow away the substance of the original song, Wayne fans will still love it.