The Kings of Summer

This is a super cute coming of age film about two best friends, and another random boy named Biaggio thrown it, who decide to leave their homes to live out in the woods after building their own house.

It's got an awesome message for youths, that things don't always work out the way you imagine them, and how it's important to accept that sometimes, but it does so with a pretty witty script. It portrays young teenage boys well and is one of those easy-going, lazy sunday films, that definitely cheered my day up.

The Call

This is an attention-catching film that actually offers some handy hints, if you ever happened to be kidnapped and put into the boot of a car! Call Centre operator Jordan, played impressively by Halle Berry, answers the emergency call and works with the young girl that's been kidnapped to try and find her, as her kidnapper drives around LA.You do have to have some patience with this film as it's not one full of action until the very end, however I found the storyline to be pretty gripping and interesting, though it's probably not for you if seek a realistic plot.

The Purge

The tagline given to this film really sums up the entire plot, 'One night a year, all crime is legal'. So basically, anyone is free to commit any crime without being punishment in order to purge and for the rest of the year crime is pretty much non-existent. The plot focuses on one family in a neighbourhood as they go into 'lock down'. The idea behind it is rather clever, though as horror goes it is fairly predictable in places. That being said, it is one that gets you thinking of what you'd do in that kind of situation and does have a few decent jumpy scenes.

The Bling Ring

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Right then, The Bling Ring, I saw this the other day despite hearing quite negative things about it I thought I'd give it a go. I can see where some people are coming from, especially if they're part of an older generation, as it very much tries to relate to younger minds. However, I have to say it is an enjoyable watch and is filmed in a way that makes the audience feel as if they were another member of the group. Alexis Nears, played by Emma Watson, has stated on her blog, found here, that the true facts will never be known so I wouldn't look into the film as being too accurate, but it does show an insight into how easily the lifestyle can rope people in. All the acting is pretty solid though I wouldn't say there's anything challenging about the roles. And as much as I love Emma Watson, i'm not quite sure she can pull off an american accent, which to me, seemed to stick out quite a bit. Other than that, its definitely one to watch, especially if you're a fashion lover.

We're the Millers

We're the Millers is a refreshing new comedy that's recently been released, that I have to say I really enjoyed. It's based on this middle-aged drug dealer who gets himself into trouble and ends up attempting to smuggle drugs into America, by finding a goofy 'family' to get across the border. The plot isn't the most original and it does have a little 'Hangover' feel to it, though the writers have done well to ensure that it doesn't go over the top or spiral out of control. I think it's simple comedy that'll give you a good few laughs; there isn't that much more to say about it!