The Prestige (2006) – Rhys Andersen

Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale play two rival magicians who become locked in a desperate battle to be the greater magician. The desire to learn the secrets of each others tricks leads both men to gamble everything including assistant Scarlett Johansson. The acting is really good, the storyline is interesting, twisting & turning and kept me guessing until the very end. Michael Cain also does a great job. If you liked Memento and Batman Returns you will probably enjoy as it is from the same writer/director, Christopher Nolan.

Rating: 8/10

Kenny - Rhys A

Kenny is a thoroughly enjoyable Australian mockumentary about a down to earth bloke who works as a plumber/port-a-loo installer. With elements reminiscent of both 'The Castle' and 'Crocodile Dundee', the film follows Kenny's day-to-day existence including visits to the Melbourne Cup, Calder Park and the St. Kilda festival. You can't help but laugh as Kenny shares his ockerish observations and insights only gained through his particular line of work. We are drawn to Kenny and his good humour as we share his struggles with work, family and even a romance. The toilet-humour is generally understated and the audience is never grossed-out. A feel-good film that if nothing else will make you think next time you visit a port-a-loo!

Rating: Four and half out of five.

The Transporter 2 - Rhys A

<>This movie is full of action, outrageous stunts and violence – what more could you ask for in an action flick? If you can accept that sometimes the plot is a little thin and some stunts are total BS (still enjoyable though!) it is easy to be entertained by Jason Statham as Frank (an ex-army-type for hire) who’s amazing driving skills, quick thinking and martial arts abilities come in handy when taking on the bad guys and outrunning the police. If you liked The Transporter, you’ll be pleased by the sequel. I reckon this movie is worth watching for some of the stunts, particularly to see what this guy can do with a fire hose as a weapon.

Rating: 7/10