90. Map For Saturday (4.25/5)

So far, this is the only documentary that I have on the list. But then as I visit back to the day that I watched this movie, I can say that I was totally moved! AS IN! I already want to go backpacking and see the world the next day! But then, life is not that easy--- of course, I would like to also pursue a career in writing, and creating videos.

It is inspiring seeing people on the documentary go and enjoy their life. Brook Silva-Braga inspires me as well as a filmmaker. I want to do what he did, create a film and travel at the same time. But I think it is not yet time. Coz I don't have a HD video cam yet! Hehehe!

All I can say is that the best asset of this film is to capture the moment and feelings of travelers on a specific moment. It also made us realize that the world is awesome and there is just so much to learn.

I give this movie 4.25/5

85. Series of Unfortunate Events (5/5)

For a child at heart, this is definitely, definitely a nice movie. I do not know, I am a child at heart and I really really really enjoyed this movie.

                I know this movie is quite old, I might be still in grade school or high school when this movie was showed on the big screens. It is kind of sad because I didn’t watch these types of movies when I was a child. All I did was playing video games.  Yes, I might have watched a few anime here and there, and hiraya manawari and all those children’s show, but I didn’t watch movies in the big screen. The only movie I remember watching on the big screen was Flubber, the borrowers and Home Alone 3. Nothing more.

                Well… this is turning in to a diary, a trip to memory lane. But I can’t help it. The main characters of this movie are children, so I can’t help but remember my childhood. It is amazing though that all the important lessons and values in life are found on simple stories like children’s books and movies.

                I love the character of the three kids: Violet, Klaus and Sunny. It is cool because they love learning, and simply enjoy what they want to do. I want the lesson that this movie leaves the audience—that there is always something. Always something to discover. That even though the times could appear so tough, there is something that could make you happy. Something that could solve your problem. There is always something for you to learn. I really really really love that inspiring words.

                I also love the late letter of their parents.  About the good and bad in the world. Although bad exists, there actually more good in the world. If you find it hard to believe… you just have to look harder!

                I love love love love this movie.

                I am cheesy.  A very child at heart. Movies like these reminds me why I want to create stories. I want to inspire! The hell. Who would care if I can’t make intelligent and mind blowing movies? I prefer simple, heart-warming and inspiring movies first.  

I'll be making a separate blog about this movie soon on my personal blog! I NEED TO MAKE A SPECIAL REVIEW ABOUT THIS! YEA! :)

I give this movie 5/5, if you want.. 6/5! Hehehe. 

84. Cars (4.75/5)

Recently, I had this realization that I might just write stories and scripts for animation. Once I become famous and once I have more money, I would produce PIXAR-like animated movies here in the Philippines.

                Having this said, I thought of watching CARS. I think this is the only PIXAR film that I haven’t watched yet by that time, and since CARS2 would be showing soon… I didn’t hesitate downloading it.

                I love this movie. It is light, and full of inspiration. That is what I love about PIXAR, it makes me feel fired up, makes me feel inspired all the time. But unlike some PIXAR and animated movies where the protagonist starts as a loser, the protagonist of this movie starts as cool, popular and full of dreams. The protagonist is a car that could run very fast, a rookie young car that plays with speed.

                Yes, this movie is about dreaming big, but this movie tells us also that it is not enough to dream big. Our motives in dreaming big are another thing that we need to consider. Some people dream big because they have selfish motives… something to feed their ego, or they simply want to be cool and popular. They want to go to the top and will do anything to go there—even though it means being egoistic, being boastful, and being full of themselves to the point they see everything else insignificant.

                Come to think of it, if you look at yourselves, you would feel that one point in your life you had become egoistic. Only a hypocrite would say they had never been egoistic ever in their life. Maybe there are some people who had pure hearts and intentions, but since we are all just humans, at one point, we had felt the need to put ourselves first, especially at times when you feel fed up already. But this is not the moral lesson the story of cars. It made us reflect of those times we put ourselves and dreams first. Therefore, it will make you realize that it is not enough to dream, it is better to dream with friends, it is better to find friends along the journey.  

                This is a movie about friendship, about dreaming without looking down to others. It is about dreaming without losing the enjoyment of the process. It is about reaching your dreams and realizing the essence, friendship and relationships you find while you are on your journey.

I give this movie 4.75/5

78. The Blind Side (4/5)

If you are looking for a tearjerker, you should watch this movie. At first, I don’t know how to take this movie because it could be sappy and too corny, but then, hey… I love it.

                This movie is comparable to I am Sam, Forrest Gump, you know, those types of movies about a person who is not accepted by many, but then finds happiness, acceptance and love in the end. The great thing is that this is a true to life story and it also valued the importance of family and dreams. If you want to get inspired, watch this movie. It may be corny for some, but in the process of watching, you’ll end up feeling warmth, touched and happy.

                To be exact, this story is about a big black American boy who doesn’t have a functional family to support him. He goes to a prestigious school because his father convinced the faculty to take his son. Because of his physical stature and his potential in football, the Football coach convinced the faculty to take him. On his days in school, he was aloof, always alone and is sometimes feared by children. But then, a wealthy woman saw him and adopted him even though he is almost 18.

                There and then, he was groomed; he was introduced to a new life. He never had a functional family that he could eat with, never had a support from a family member regarding studies. He might not be smart, but it was then found out that he had a great percentile in defending and protecting people he loves. Later on in the story, this characteristic was used by Big Mike as an advantage for his football career.

                I love the character here of the little guy who acts as the adopted brother of Big Mike. He pretends to be a trainer and loves attention. He is such a cool kid. And Sandra Bullock’s character is very touching too. I also love the essay that Big Mike wrote about Courage.

                If you want to watch a movie that values family and the value of acceptance… watch this film. It is a great film to watch with your loved ones, but if you want you can also watch it in your own so that just in case you feel like crying, no one could see it. 

I give this movie 4/5

76. Valiant (2/5)

This movie is one of the 3d animated movies I found on a DVD compilation lying at home. I have this feeling that this wouldn’t be a great one, and I was right. I am not as bias after all, because even though I love animation, this one failed me.

                As a general realization, animated movies normally talks about dreams. Valiant is indeed a movie about reaching for you dream-- it is about a pigeon who wants to be a courageous soldier, or in their world, a mail carrier during the World War II. The mythology was really amazing, the world created was really great… but then, Valiant doesn’t seem to outshine Dreamworks and Pixar animations. It is far too common and not even touching. I don’t know if I am affected with the accent of the birds, but I think not. There is something really missing. I wasn’t able to really relate to the movie, like I wasn’t touch, I didn’t feel empathic.

                This movie could pass for a great movie for children, but not for adults who had watched a couple of deep and touching movies from PIXAR and DREAMWORKS.

I give this movie 2/5

74. Amelie (4.97/5)

If you would ask me how I found out about this movie, you might have a laugh. Having no idea what to download, I then browsed some of my FB friend’s favourite movies. I saw Amelie on some of my friend’s profiles, so I downloaded it. I am very happy to download this movie because it is really great and amazing.

                Amelie is an eccentric woman who sees things differently. She does what makes her happy, she helps people find love, and then she tried finding the man who owns the treasure box she found on her house, and in the end, she finds herself her true love as well.

                I loved this movie. I find myself smiling and laughing several times because of Amelie’s quirkiness. I love her character, she is very free-spirited, and I love that because she doesn’t care about what people would say about her. She simply does what she loves. I really love how she played as a mysterious lady luring the guy she likes. It was like playing games, yet, with a very genuine and child-at-heart motive.

                In conclusion, this movie is light, very fun; it brings back the free-spirited in you. If you want to watch something that could make you feel young, adventurous and free-spirited, watch this. 

I give this movie 4.97/5

69. The Secret of Kells (3.95/5)

Great animation, great animation, great animation. Rich vivid colors, unique drawings, unique lines and shapes.

I love it visually. REALLY.

Story-wise, it is for kids. Honestly, since I am a kid at heart and I am trying to write a fantasy now for work...  this piece of masterpiece made my mind wonder...  I even thought of a fantasy character! I don't know why, but even though the movie is simple, it made my imagination working! Nice one!

About a boy who wanted to see the book that has magical powers. The boy who has the courage to oppose his ruling brother... in belief there is so much to learn, and their are other ways. Very free-spirited kid.

I give this a 3.95/5

67. 5 centimeters per second (4/5)

I am sappy and cheesy. Even though I don't remember some parts, I remember it as very dramatic. CHEESY. This movie reminds me of some anime I had watched... probably like the anime Boys Be.

I love the picturesque scenes. I love the longing of the characters, the deep love of the characters. Childhood love turned in to... deep, great love.

The story of distance.... so poetic, I love it. Although I am sure some wouldn't like this movie.

But sorry, I do.


I give this movie 4/5