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The Dark Knight (2008)
Believe the Hype!
As A Kiwi living in Aussie, I was skeptical about the level of sentimentality surrounding this film after the passing of Heath Ledger. I tried to go into the screening last night without having my expectations too high.
I have to say though... I was blown away. The reports say Ledger is brilliant and takes the Joker to a new level. They are absolutely right. This is a an intelligent, dark film, far removed from the neon colours and slanty buildings of the Burton-era films.
This is certainly not a "kids" superhero movie, it deserves the M rating it received here. It's a thought-provoking and subtle the film explores the Dark Knight as a vigilante, not a hero. A force of good that needs the opposite force of evil to exist. The scenes between Batman and the Joker are fantastic and riveting. The Scene stealing Joker's manic yet understandable musings are that of a new "smater" villain that doesn't rely on too many jokes or tricks take this to "Great Films of All Time " territory.
a must see.
Bro'Town (2004)
Best Show Ever!
i dunno what this other fulla is on, but all i can say is, "Not Even...Ow!!!!".
Bro town is a timely and pertinent look at the cultural diversity that New Zealand can now finally boast after years of stumbling around in a pseudo-bi-cultural daze.I believe kiwi's are ready to see themselves on screen as they are, and to laugh about it. Sure there are stereotypes present in this show, but that's what makes it so funny. No-one is spared, Maori, Pakeha, Islanders, South Africans, Indians and more are satirised expertly. and as an educated Pakeha, i can say - I laughed. This show is topical - focusing on issues currently causing debate in NZ like CYFS, gambling and racial discrimination.
or as JC puts it best - MARVELLOUS!
After two excellent series i look forward to many more.
MORNINGSIDE FOR LIFE!!