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The Social Network

The Good: This is one of the most riveting, narratively interesting, emotionally driven and overall well done films I have seen in a long time. After walking away from this film, you cannot help but sit and discuss every aspect with the person you went to see it with and as we did, go home and google even more about the Internet genius Mark Zuckerberg. Especially coming from the Facebook generation, it was fascinating to see how this website we practically live our lives through came to life. Each character was cast perfectly and with a script featuring such heavy dialogue, each actor proved their superb talents and delivered each character flawlessly. The character development was crucial to the film and thankfully so was done perfectly. I felt I knew the relationship between each character and the interconnected emotions they experienced with one another. You are completely gripped in the narrative adventure that is the story of Facebook and feel emotionally attached to each character in some way. I felt the cinematography was interesting, the crew race as an example, and the style of dialogue was innovative and interesting. To be honest, the whole film fits in this category of The Good.

The Bad: My only complaint about the film was the opening scene. It was long, dragged out and quite frankly a little confusing. Originally, when it first started I was thinking to myself I might end up walking out. However, after this little blurp at the beginning, the rest of the film makes up for it.

As you soon as you walk out of this movie, you can probably guess what you will go and do next. Sign on to Facebook of course. I give this movie an A+.

Catfish

There was a lot of hype prior to seeing this movie. Watching the trailer, it promises you an emotional journey unlike anything you have ever experienced before. My friends said to expect a dramatic twist at the end that you had no idea was coming. Don't get me wrong, this movie has an absolutely insane story line that is definitely news worthy, however, I didn't think it lived quite up to what I was promised. I will not do a full post on this film because I do not want to ruin the whole point of it which is to be surprised. I think it is a unique story and the characters in the film, Yaniv and his hysterical friends, made the movie into the gripping narrative it was. My only complaint was that there was no dramatic twist truly because you could see it coming. Overall, it was a unique film that you should definitely see and ultimately I believe each person should take their own individual meaning from it. I give this movie a B+.

Easy A

Now heres a movie that has left me confused. Why do you ask? Prior to seeing this movie, I was told it was funnier than Mean Girls and the best teen comedies combined. When I saw advertisements, I was not impressed, however, with such rave reviews how could I not see it? Not only was I fooled by word of mouth but rotten tomatoes gave this movie an 85%. What is wrong with our world today that a shit movie like this gets such great reviews? I'm stuck there. Now that I have explained my confusion when it comes to this movie, its time to break it down.

The Good: I will admit there was a total of 2 funny scenes in this movie. The amazing Stanley Tucci played Emma Stone's dad in the film and he definitely had some great one liners in I think the 2 scenes he had. For example when talking to his adopted black son he asked, "Where do you originate from? The other funny scene was of Emma dancing to a singing card. Other than that folks, thats about it.

The Ugly: Now heres for the ugly...the rest of the movie. It was some of the worst acting (cough cough Amanda Bynes, Cam Cigandet, Alyson Michalka, Lisa Kudrow just to name a few) and a drawn out uninteresting story line. I don't know how this got such great reviews, but I advise all my readers to not waste their money on this comedic flop. I was disappointed to see a cast filled with notable actors do so horribly and I hope Stanley redeems himself with his next film.

I walked out of the theater angry because there were such great movies out and my friends had coerced me into wasting my money on this film tragedy. I give this movie a D.

Glam Gab: The Town's Blake Lively

Tall, Blonde, Skinny, and Gorgeous. This girl could wear anything and look like a million bucks. What has made Blake such a fashion icon for our generation is her ability to look trendy, sexy, and classic at the same time and all without the help of a stylist. Her looks for the “The Town” press tour proved no different.  She opened up her press tour with a stop at Live with Regis and Kelly. Blake showed off her spunky side with a Matthew Williamson embellished jacket and the London- based designers leather pencil skirt. One of my favorite looks from this It girl came in the form of  a red sequined Chanel Couture dress. The floral detail at the hips added that special feminie touch that the house of Chanel is famous for. And leave it to Blake to find the perfect set of  stand-out ruby cocktail rings. Taking a cue from her character on Gossip Girl, Blake hit a high-note in a formfitting Antonio Berardi with peek-a-boo lace detail. While this last look isn’t a part of her press tour, it is just too fabulous! While attending the NYC Fashion’s Night Out Show, Blake looked vivacious in a brightly colored tribal printed Marchesa mini from the house’s resort collection. This look is sophisticated, fun and fashionable, everything that this fashion maven does best!

By Lauren Wilson 

The Town

I waited quite some time with great anticipation to see this film. If any of you have seen the trailer, it gave the appearance to be action packed, studded with an all star cast and equipped with a narrative twist. I couldn't wait to see how it all played out because the trailer definitely leaves you on a hanger. Also, I was anxious to see Ben Affleck back behind the camera. Not only did he direct the movie but he also co-wrote the script so this was definitely a big one for him. Well, The Town delivered on all levels.

The Good: Featuring an enormous cast, numerous overlapping plots, several car chases and shootouts and even a stickup at Fenway Park, The Town delivers big. I can say this is some of the best work Ben Affleck has done. His directing was natural and riveting. It was fast paced both visually as well as in regards to the narrative. I never looked away and was entirely engrossed in the story and gripped to each new interestingly different action sequence.  And he did not stop there. His role as Doug McRay was flawless. His role was so unique in that it was real and honest. And Ben definitely was not alone in this category. The star studded leading cast included Jon Hamm, Rebecca Hall and Jeremy Renner. Jon Hamm looked like a stud as always and Jeremy Renner did what he does best, the dangerous yet light hearted partner in crime. And who knew the fashionista Gossip Girl could act? Blake Lively has made a profound stride for her career as she came out full force as the cracked out mother doubling as a prostitute. That Boston accent and tense sex scene was her in an entirely new light. This drastic change in character role has made me excited for her next career move. And Rebecca Hall was the perfect choice for this female lead. She is relatively unknown, has natural beauty and oozed a naturally sweet demeanor necessary for the role. The chemistry between her and Ben was titillating.  I think what sets this film apart from all the other action movies out right now was the character development. Not only did this movie have visually amazing action sequences but each of the characters were real. You knew who they were and where they came from. Therefore, you were attached and wanted them to succeed. This movie had a heart to it. For instance, the Blake Lively character might have been removed in other films, however, her role showed the real person Ben was and the background his character had. The monologue of Ben as he sat in the garden with Rebecca was beautifully done describing the compassionate person he had inside himself. And they even developed the relationship between Ben and his father. The film felt complete and left me satisfied in every aspect. Not only was it an action drama but it was filled with comedic quirks. As Jeremy Renner is surrounded by the cops and caught with no way out, the police urge him to come out. He comedically responds, "Fuck you." I could truly go on and on.

Go and see it now! You will stay gripped to the screen and riveted to each character. I give this movie and A+.

Going The Distance

This movie is a laugh out loud true to form comedy that makes this horrible thing known as long distance relationships into something relatable and light hearted. Definitely no oscar contender but in terms of feel good comedy, this is it.

The Good: I can't really think of many movies where I was literally laughing out loud but this movie did it to me. At one particular scene, I had my hand over my mouth because I was laughing so hard. The casting was great, ranging from Garrett's friends Box and Dan to Erin's sister Corinne. It was a fresh take on comedy, nothing overplayed or stupid.  What I loved most about the movie was the amazing chemistry between Drew Barrymore and Justin Long. I'll admit it that when actors are dating in real life and are then leading roles in a love story together, it makes the story so believable. Their performance was so convincing and you fell in love with them as a couple because you knew it was real.

The Bad: Drew's acting was not exactly her best. Her character was supposed to be this outspoken laid back cool chick but at times she was just awkward trying to be this character. In no way am I saying she bombed, however, she just couldn't pull off that character the entire movie. This is for all the people out there that have been in long distance relationships. My friend and I have both been in serious long distance relationships that are now over and certain parts were very hard to watch.  Any time an airport goodbye came on, the water works were uncontrollable. My friend and I were laughing because the two of us were so embarrassing. So just as a caution to anyone who has been in a long distance relationship, it is tough to relive those times again.

Overall, this movie was a feel good comedy with a great message. In terms of romantic comedy I give this movie an A-.