Prometheus: The Beginning Draws Near

And so the Viral Campaign for Prometheus begins. Those of whom love the Alien franchise will find the video below interesting. Now initially I would have considered this to be a spoiler, however it is apart of the viral campaign so I rule it out as being one. For more those who do not know what Prometheus read more after the video for a brief explanation as well as other interesting Alien related information

REVIEW: Chronicle

Chronicle is the best found footage film ever made. It's that simple. Up until this point, I felt that Paranormal Activity was due to its originality. It was also the only film that I felt fully legitimized the use of the cameras in a non cinematic way. Cloverfield came close with it's use of taped cameras. However there were moments in Cloverfield where in reality the individuals involved would have turned the camera off or at least had the camera away from the action(i.e. the Subway sequence). It felt too convenient and forced. I understand that filmmaking is supposed to suspend the belief of reality, but it is hard to dissociate yourself with what is taking place and having a camera man documenting everything even as you are being chased. However Chronicle completely resolves this issue in the most creative way yet. It is ingenious, however I only see this method working in this film, which adds to the brilliance.

CONCERT REVIEW: Better With U Tour

I attended the December 18th show of the Better With U Tour. Sadly One Direction was not present for the west coast performance, as they were originally planned. Daniel bought me and my sister tickets for the show in because when the dates were first announced February 18th was on there. Although we were sad about One Direction's absence and are not hardcore Big Time Rush fans, we still managed to enjoy ourselves. It was actually a very good concert.

REVIEW: Safe House

Safe House had the potential to be a solid film, but because of horrid editing the film loses it's edge and becomes a mediocre bargain bin thriller. I imagine this film  must have had a nice script. The film is action packed to say the least in moments you would least expect it. However due to a chaotic approach to editing, I found it very hard to follow the action at hand. I was always aware of what was taking place, but when the heavier action sequences were taking place, I found myself to be often disoriented. It seemed as though the editor did not have any wide footage to work with. You almost are always in a tight medium or close up during the action sequences. It's like MTV style editing on speed.

Dealing With My One Direction Infection Part II

After meeting them life went back to normal until December. Things got crazy again because of the Bring1DtoUS competition. This was a competition between States in the U.S. to get One Direction to visit them and host a special event. I was so determined to see them again. I wanted to get my last two pictures with Zayn and Louis. I literally was Up All Night until the challenges were over. Everyone I know was so annoyed with me because of all the dedication I had with this competition. Although it was honestly stressful and time consuming, it was great because I found so many other Directioners. Yes, the competition got very intense as States started hating each other and accusing one another of cheating. I was apart of the #Bring1DtoLA but unfortunately we didn't win. Dallas won, and although I am jealous, I congratulate them because they obviously earned it. We did get second place however so LA Directioners are still anxiously waiting for further information about their future arrival.

Dealing With My One Direction Infection Part I

Hey it's Ana. It has been awhile but let me start off by saying that 2011 was fantastic! Last time I blogged I informed you guys about my obsession with One Direction, well guess what? I met them! Yes, you read that correctly. It was June 25th 2011. It was very late..or very early (which ever you prefer), around 1:45 am. It was great since I was not able to see them when they came the first time in January. I was tired, had no make up on and was badly sunburned. They, of course looked beautiful. Seriously, pictures do not do them justice.

2012 Brit Awards

If you do not have Fuse you can tune in now to watch the Brit Awards. Look out for One Direction who are nominated for the British Single Award.

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Updated 12:41 P.M. : Congratulations to One Direction for winning the British Single Award!

REVIEW: 30 Minutes or Less

Director Ruben Fleischer's Zombieland was a fresh take on the zombie genre. It was a nice addition. His follow up film 30 Minutes or Less is not as strong as Zombieland but still manages to accomplish what it set out to do. The film is well cast and is funny when it needs to be. 

REVIEW: A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas

3D is all the craze now. Hopefully it dies out soon. It's not that 3D is bad, well actually, yes it is. For every good 3D film like Avatar or Martin Scorsese's Hugo, you also get a bag full of films that become unbearable to watch because of horrendous and distracting 3D. Luckily for me I did not watch this film in 3D or I most likely would not have enjoyed it at all. A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas easily falls into the category of horrible 3D films. 3D is an excuse to milk the film for all its worth. This film is the weakest of the three, however that does not mean there are no laughs to be had.

REVIEW: Melancholia

In honor of Valentine's Day here is my review to a film that doesn't really have a love story, but would be an interesting flick to watch with your significant other. Lars von Trier's Melancholia is a wonderful film that explores someone with a deep state of depression coupled with a cataclysmic event. This film is definitely not for everyone, but it was one of the more profound movie experiences I have had in a long time.

Louder Than Words

I cannot call myself a filmmaker without making films myself. Here is one I recently completed for my USC Cinematic Arts application entitled Louder Than Words.

REVIEW: The Devil Inside

I am tired of found footage films. Once in awhile found footage films work, like Cloverfield  and the original Paranormal Activity.What makes them work is the simple fact that they are creative and they bring new and fresh takes to the genre. This film neither has any creativity nor does it bring anything to the found footage genre. 

REVIEW: Drive

Drive is an excellent display of what films could be if you removed all the extra Hollywood non-sense. The set up is simple. A stuntman/getaway driver falls for his next door neighbor, Irene. After a few weeks it is revealed that Irene(Carey Mulligan)actually has a man that will be soon released from prison. Throw in members of a crime organization and you have Drive.