The Host

So a few weeks ago I went with a friend to go and see 'The Host'. Now both of us are huge fans of the book and therefore had really high expectations. And I don't think either of us were disappointed.

The book by Stephanie Meyer is really something incredible. For those who do compare this book to twilight really shouldn't because they are nothing alike. 

The film directed by one of my favourite directors Andrew Niccol, really did stay as true to the book as possible. The film is filled with action, romance, adventure and all the things that really make a film great. If you are a guy then there are plenty of car/helicopter chases and guns as well as combat. 

I think that the cast were very well selected. Obviously Saoirse Ronan was fantastic as her two characters Melanie and Wanda. The way she pulled off both really was impressive as it can't be an easy job at all. Then of course there was Max Irons as Jared and Jake Abel as Ian. Both were exactly how I imagined them through the books. The chemistry between these three actors was really interesting and well performed.

Other actors that to me stood out were William Hurt as Jeb, Diane Kruger as the seeker and Chandler Canterbury as Jamie. These are characters which all play a key role within the story and therefore needed to be cast well. I think that they all were.

Without saying too much, I loved the ending and I think it leaves the film open to future films. I has been said that Meyer will be writing another two books so fingers crossed for the films too. 

So anyway, go see this. I really do recommend it. The film should not be based on twilight because it is so different. For those who enjoy sci fi and action, you really can't go wrong with this!!!

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'The Host'

Okay, so I know that there is always going to be a massive divide between those who love Twilight (Twihards) and those who hate the series, so I'm not going to discuss this. However I would like to discuss the up coming film 'The Host'.

Now before anyone turns their nose up at this I would like to say that it isn't like Stephanie Meyer's twilight series. In fact 'The Host' really is something much more unique and original. I'm personally looking forward to the film after having read the book a fair while back.

The film is currently in production and is due for release on the 29th March next year. I am particularly encouraged by the fact that the film is being directed by Andrew Niccol (Director of 'In time'), so fingers crossed that he puts the novel to justice. I am also looking forward to Saoirse Ronan who will be playing the part of Melanie Styder and I'm guessing Wanderer.

Other actors playing starring roles include Diane Kruger, Max Irons, Jake Abel and Chandler Canterbury. So there is a lot to look forward to for this film. I guess we shall see. In the meantime here is the first initial trailer. Enjoy! Oh and please once again those who have read the novel, no spoilers for others :) Thanks

'In Time'

A few weeks ago I was researching the Irish actor Cillian Murphy on IMDB to find out what other film he's been in apart from Batman and Inception. I think that he is an amazing actor and  plays a really good  evil villian (Particularly with those striking blue eyes). Having seen him as the scarecrow in the Batman trilogy, I was interested in what other sorts of roles he has been cast in, so I started to watch some of the trailers and came across the trailer for 'In Time'.

The film is basically about a world where everyone is designated a certain amount of time (one year) to live once they've hit their 25th birthday. The way to earn more time is to work and/or to steal it from others.  The idea is really that time is money, as they are expected to pay for everything by giving up some of their time e.g. a minute or 2 months. Each person has a green clock on their arm which slowly counts down. Once they've hit 0 they 'time out' and die.

What is brilliant about this film is how the director and writer Andrew Niccol creates this hierarchy where the rich have all the time they need which means they live for years and years and are therefore immortal. The poor people on the other hand are living day by day to survive and are constantly close to 'timing out'.

The lead character (Will Salas) is  played by Justin Timberlake, who  I haven't ever really seen in a film before. I was therefore rather impressed with his acting in this film. The lead female role was performed by the talented  Amanda Seyfried who I have seen in many other films before such as Red Riding Hood and Dear John. This however is perhaps my favourite film that Amanda has been in due to her incredible portrayal of the character Sylvia Weis. And then there was of course the brilliant Cillian Murphy, who was very entertaining as his role as the timekeeper Raymond Leon, a coldhearted man who is pursuing Will and Sylvia.
The film contains a great deal of action and is really gripping throughout. If you like gun fights, car chases and casino type scenarios this film really won't disappoint. The concept is original and intriguing and has you on edge throughout the film. The cast all played their roles brilliantly.

I really would recommend watching this film.

If anyone has seen it please feel free to add your comments. Just please don't give away any spoilers for other readers unless you give a notice.

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