Friday, March 12, 2010

What now?

On a cheerful note, everything was just great. It feels like I've come out of my comfort zone a bit. Staring people in the eye, approaching them, standing up for myself, it's been good. On the down side, it feels as if the ego in me seems to be building. Before you know it, I get cocky, and start thinking I'm better than everyone else. Disappointing.


Now, since I've started this column on a dramatic note, it's time to take a step back. See, it's obvious. We are who we are. Sometimes, people like me, we need to be reminded of that. As much as we like to change into who we want to be, in the end, we all stick to who we are.


So, what's the point then? We all try to become who we want to be, but after all, we tried. Pessimistic, I feel, but hey, in case you didn't notice. Optimism is making the whole world feel more pessimistic. But, think about it, nothing is impossible, so, if you'd like to Barack Obama, then please, do so. There is no reason whatsoever to be intimidated by others, and let them decide on what you should be.


Yes, I have felt a little clueless, trying to come with excuses. People tell me to do this and that, but I say NO! I believe, sometimes, you have to come up with your own opinions. Only you know who you are. What say you? ( WARNING: This could lead to arrogance)
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Review of The Week!

Movie : The Avengers (2012)

Awe-inducing, funny and action-packed, this could be the superhero movie of the year (not that there are many).


It is unusual for directors to modify the genre of superhero movies. To be precise, if we are looking for some popcorn entertainment, Joss Whedon could have easily turned this into a full-blown alien-versus-superhero affair (that actually would not be too bad). Interestingly to note however, he does not. With an affinity to blend action scenes with tongue-in-cheek humor, he balances the tone of the movie to be both rewarding and most definitely, superhero-themed.

There are plenty of noteworthy things you can brag about this movie. The cinematography, the script, the visuals, the cast, the production design. Surely though, there would be one or two flaws, but they are not really meant to be called 'flaws' per se. Bending the laws of physics, 'saving the world' is saving the US and how Hulk manages to comply to orders are just some of the minor 'flaws'. These are probably things that you would just like to ignore for the sake of giving the director the benefit of the doubt.

It is quite evident that Whedon has made this film his own. He incorporates humor into almost every scene, as if things are not to be taken too seriously in the world of The Avengers. And it should be like that. Again, the emphasis on superhero movies usually lie on destruction, life-saving and personalization of characters. But here, there is some of that, but not completely. No chessy lines. No rushed pacing. No cliche-ridden narrative. (Just Loki speaking in a not-so-sharp English accent.)

The movie can also be likened to last year's Deathly Hallows (Part 2); a lot of hype, and duly delivered. At least we could expect how the last Harry Potter movie was meant to be : an emotional, epic battle. The Avengers did deliver but there is something different to the whole theme that somehow manages to change our view on how superhero movies should be in the future. Is it Robert Downey Junior's Shakespearean jab at Thor? Or is the excellent cinematography of sticking to single shots instead of quick-fire editing? Heck, it could even be Scarlett Johansson's semi-obscene display of bust. Anyhow the movie is a success, most definitely.


Unprecedented, now that is one word to decribe Joss Whedon's take on a superhero movie.


Personally*... Stay in your seats till the end; there are rumors that an extra scene is added to the US version of The Avengers, for compensation of the late release.

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