The Love Guru (2008) - Victor Kwong

There was only one reason why I watched this movie... Jessica Alba. Everything else in this movie was garbage. The jokes fall short of their mark and I would rather cut the Queen’s toe nails than have to watch this movie again.

The Love Guru is about an American who was abandoned by his family and raised by Gurus in India. Seeking fame and fortune in the US with his methods of self help and love, his chance arrives when he is asked to reunite Darren Roanoke (a famous ice hockey player) with his estranged wife who has left him for Jacques Grande a Canadian bloke packing some heavy “artillery”. While helping Roanoke reunite with his wife, Guru Pitka too falls in love....

Rating: 3/10

Watch this movie only on DVD and only if there is absolutely nothing else to rent!

Tropic Thunder (2008) - Victor Kwong

4 Narcissistic actors embark on a journey to make the best and most expensive war film ever! But with clashing egos and a ballooning movie budget, the director decides to throw his self absorbed actors deep into the jungles of Southeast Asia not realising the real danger which hides within...

This is a real humdinger with heaps of action, over the top comedy and one of the best intros to a movie! I have gained immense respect for Robert Downey Jr. after watching this movie. From his Australian accent, his role as an African American soldier and his “Award Winning” role in “Satan’s Alley” (this was a classic scene!), He puts in an unbelievable performance with some truly diverse and challenging roles which in my opinion he fully pulls off!

Special mention to Tom Cruise who surprised me with his hilarious performance!

Rating: 9/10
Watch this movie if you like: Zoolander, Mystery Men, Happy Gilmore

Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008) - Victor Kwong

In the eyes of Hollywood they were seen as the next up and coming glamour couple. Sarah Marshall is the lead actor in a highly successful TV series while her partner Peter Bretter was a successful music composer on the rise.

It seemed like nothing could stop this power couple, however truth be told, Peter is a struggling musician who stays at home all day while Sarah struggles to remain committed in their relationship.

Following their devastating break up a dejected Peter goes on vacation to Hawaii unaware that Sarah was vacationing in Hawaii too..... With her new boyfriend!

This movie is an absolute classic! Full of great one liners and truly awkward moments. If you enjoyed movies such as Super Bad, The 40 year old Virgin and Knocked up then you will definitely enjoy Forgetting Sarah Marshall!!!

Rating: 8.5/10

Guys and Dolls....(The Documentary) - Victor Kwong

Ok so this isn't exactly a movie but it is quite interesting none the less. Guys and Dolls takes a look into the lives of 4 individuals who lead a unique lifestyle..... they have dolls for girlfriends.... yes I kid you not these guys justify a life of living with dolls!

Off the bat, this sounds like a documentary that is 'taking the mickey', but it is actually a serious documentary informing us that these people are "normal" and the general core reason these individuals acquire these dolls is because they can't find a suitable female companion.

Guys and Dolls also delves into other aspects such as the doll industry, the requests made by customers and how these dolls are maintained (This is funny!)

When I found out about this documentary I thought this would be full of hilarious moments however I was mistaken and rarely laughed throughout the documentary. All and all this is a very interesting look at how these people live their lives.

After watching this documentary I doubt I will laugh if I see a bloke watching the streets with his doll.... Anyone interested in watching this documentary let me know. I give it an 8/10

The Hills Have Eyes (2006) - Victor Kwong

This movie revolves around police detective "Big Bob" Carter and his family who travel to California in celebration of his wedding anniversary. What is suppose to be a fun and relaxing vacation turns out to be the trip from hell as their car unexpectingly breaks down in the middle of the desert near a town which was used as part of nuclear testing by the American military. The result of nuclear testing has mutated and deformed the residents of the small town and anyone who passes near their town dies a horrific death.

There is some disturbing and quite graphic scenes in this movie so it's definitely not for the faint hearted. I also recommend not watching it late at night (as I did). Lots of gore and violence, I give it 6/10.

Chicago (2002) - Victor Kwong

Full of really catchy tunes, Chicago is based in... well where else? CHICAGO! During the time where cabarets were big and fame and fortune was a necessity... an aspiring performer named Roxie Hart (Renee Zellweger) wanted it all... the fame… the fortune.

Roxie's obsessive pursuit for fame and fortune leads her to murders her philandering boyfriend whch lands her in jail. She hires a slick high priced lawyer (Richard Gere) who builds her up as America's sweetheart through public deception.

There are so many great songs throughout this movie which makes it quite enjoyable to watch. There’s never a dull moment.

8/10

The Break Up - Victor Kwong

Don't be fooled by the marketing of this movie! IT IS A COMEDY... BUT A COMEDIC CHICK FLICK! I came into this movie expecting something along the lines of wedding crashers (low on the chick flick, high on the comedy) instead I find myself in a cinema full of 13 year old girls and heart-breaking scenes which sent them into tears!

The Break Up is a movie about a couple who end a relationship on bad terms however they discover breaking up becomes quite complicated when they each own half of the up market apartment they are living in. What follows is a series of war tactics with the objective to drive each other mad in order to claim ownership of the apartment.

This movie primarily sends the message that women are the victims and men have no idea what’s going on in a relationship… WHATEVER!!

Rating: 6.5/10

Wedding Date - Victor Kwong

Wedding date, is about a girl (Debra Messing from Will and Grace) who hires a male escort to her sister's wedding to show her family that she isn't lonely and is "happy" with life. What she didn't expect was to fall in love with her male escort! The movie is packed with twists here and that have as much impact as being punched by an 80 year old lady.

This movie is low budget (and low on the laughs)... and being an experience campaigner in watching the 'chick flicks' this isn't one I would recommend. Wait till this movie comes on normal TV (and even then I'm not sure you would want to watch it).

Rating: 4/10.
Age group : 25-35 year old
Genre : Chick flick

Cinderella Man - VK

I know I did a review on Cinderella Story and there seems to be a pattern that perhaps i've only being watching "Chick" flicks... however Cinderella Man has a deceiving name. It's based on a true story about a boxer living in America through the Great Depression. It's a feel good movie about a man trying to provide for his family and basically doing whatever it takes (in this case boxing) to provide for them.

Great movie, thought it would be crap... the only bad thing I would have to say about the movie is that it was a little long...

If you like Gladiator or Rocky then you will like Cinderella man (not Cinderella Story!)


Rating: 8/10

Cinderella Story - VK

I saw Cinderella Story and it was an awesome movie!!!! Hilary Duff is a very convincing actress. I would recommend it to all 13 year old girls!!! two thumbs up!