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The Inbetweeners Movie (2011)
Funny, poignant, truthful--not your average teen movie
Let's get this straight. The Inbetweeners Movie is not just a film for a specific demographic, nor is it for everyone. What it will do, though, is strike a deep chord inside anyone who remembers, or is experiencing, the joys and pitfalls of being a young adult--while cracking you up with a whole lot of laughs along the way.
The plot is simple; our four lovable lads, neurotic, self-conscious Will (Simon Bird), jabbermouth Jay (James Buckley), lovably dim-witted Neil (Blake Harrison) and sensitive Simon (Joe Thomas) go to Malia for a summer holiday, for a trip full of booze, clubs, culture and young love. Of course there's problems along the way, most notable of which is Simon's relentless pining for his ex-girlfriend Carly, and chaos ensues with every passing minute--and you'll love it.
The main quartet impress once again with their chemistry and knack for making you laugh in all the right ways. The jokes are funny, rude and vulgar at times, but never straying into territory too mean, and Will's voice-over narration is as delightful as ever. Will we ever grow tired of Simon Bird's spot-on witticisms? He may be typecast in the near future, but like Michael Cera, that may not be a bad thing.
Buckley is on form as ever, spouting all the best lines with that charming potty-mouth of his; the underrated Thomas brings sense and sensibility to the picture; and Harrison is, as always, everyone's beloved Neil. His dancing defies the laws of gravity, his stupidity the boundaries of common sense, and we love him for it.
The film's biggest trump card, however, is in the love interests of the lads. They could have too easily been just plain Jane fodder for the boy's escapades, but each are unique in their very own way. Laura Haddock is both sexy and eloquent as Will's opposite Alison, Lydia Rose Bewley is radiant as Jane, who carries a soft spot for Jay. Lisa, played by the stunning Jessica Knappett, is give rather less to do, but gets one of the most memorable scenes with Neil, but the best of the bunch is Tamla Kari, who is so gorgeously sweet as Lucy that you simply won't understand how Simon can even think twice about choosing the manipulative Carly over her.
Elsewhere, the casting choices are mixed; Theo James is a decent antagonist,while a select few characters from the series are given fine cameos. Theo Barklem-Biggs character, however, is a bit of a misfire; his character didn't add much to the story, and the way he's dealt with is a bit unsettling. Still, he brings what he can to the role.
The directing is excellent, as is the editing, and the script is as great as ever. Watch The Inbetweener's Movie--you won't want to miss it.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005)
Great Film!!
Potter films are superb,but not everyone likes them.mostly,the reasons are: 1.They hate harry potter books 2.They are big fans,but hate the movie 3.Think the movies are not dark enough,and................. 4.Just don't like kid stuff.
But,this film will probably satisfy these potter 1,2,and 3 haters.This movie is not childish(in fact,it is pretty dark),is not too humorous(but we still get the funny weasley lines)and shows Harry,Ron and Hermione going through difficult times in teen life.Of course,this movie could have been better,but it is easily the best Harry Potter MOVIE YET!!!!!! Thank warner bros.,mike Newell and Daniel Radcliffe,rupret grint ,Emma Watson and everyone involved in the making of this very,very good movie!
10/10,***** out of *****!