Thursday, October 15, 2009

English Movie Ninja Assassin 2009 Watch Online Movie Trailer Review Cast And Crew



English Movie Ninja Assassin 2009

Cast And Crew

Cast: Rain as Raizo
Naomie Harris as Mika Coretti
Sung Kang as Hollywood
Director: James McTeigue
Producers: Joel Silver, Andy Wachowski,
Larry Wachowski, Grant Hill
Music Director: Ilan Eshkeri
Genre Action, Martial Arts
Open: November 26, 2009
Language English

Synopsis

Raizo (Rain) is one of the deadliest assassins in the world. Taken from the streets as a child, he was transformed into a trained killer by the Ozunu Clan, a secret society whose very existence is considered a myth. Haunted by the execution of his friend by the Clan, Raizo breaks free from them and prepares to exact his revenge. In Berlin, Europol agent Mika Coretti (Naomie Harris) has stumbled upon a money trail linking several political murders to an underground network of untraceable assassins from the Far East. Mika digs into top-secret agency files to learn the truth behind the murders. Her investigation makes her a target, and the Ozunu Clan sends a team of killers, led by the lethal Takeshi (Rick Yune) to silence her forever. Raizo saves Mika from her attackers and must now trust each other to survive and bring down the elusive Ozunu Clan.

V for Vendetta director James McTeigue re-teams with that film's producers Larry and Andy Wachowski for this action-packed tale of a skilled assassin who was trained by a mythical secret society, and patiently awaits the day he will avenge the death of his best friend. Swept off the streets as a young boy, Raizo (Korean pop star Rain) is transformed into an unstoppable killing machine by a secret society known as the Ozunu Clan. The Ozunu Clan is so proficient at keeping their existence a secret that most people think they are only a myth, but the moment Ozuno assassins kill Raizo's friend, their days in the shadows are numbered. In the aftermath of that killing, Raizo manages to break free from the gang, subsequently biding his time until the day he can take the entire Ozunu Clan down.
Later, in Berlin, Europol agent Mika Coretti (Naomie Harris) discovers a money trail connecting multiple political murders to a mysterious network of elusive assassins from the Far East. While her superior Ryan Maslow (Ben Miles) orders Mika to back down and stop asking questions, she stealthily begins searching through classified agency files on a relentless mission to discover the truth about the murders. Singled out as a target as a direct result of her investigation, Mika is marked for death by lethal Ozunu assassin Takeshi (Rick Yune). Just as Mika is about to be silenced forever, Raizo saves her from certain death. But Raizo knows that Takeshi and the rest of the Ozuno Clan won't stop until he and Mika are both dead. Now, as Raizo and Mika are hunted through the winding streets of Europe, their only hope for survival is to trust one another and stay alive long enough to bring the Ozunu


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Ninja Assassin is an upcoming martial arts film directed by James McTeigue and starring Rain. Raizo (Rain) is one of the world's deadliest assassins, having been kidnapped as a child and raised by the Ozunu Clan, believed by the world to be a myth. When Raizo's friend is executed by the clan, Raizo flees into hiding.
He later reemerges, seeking revenge. Meanwhile, Mika Coretti (Naomie Harris) is a Europol agent who investigates money linked to political murders and finds that it is linked to the Ozunu Clan. She defies her superior, Ryan Maslow (Ben Miles), and retrieves secret...
Views of one fan of Rain
I flew from the Bay Area on Thursday specifically only to see Rain and hear all the talk about Ninja Assassin. What I got out of it was its gonna be a sexy hot, kick ass movie and me and my peeps cannot wait to see it. We will also be going to the premiere in LA. and promote if as best we can. We Love Rain!! We are Rains USA Fangirls!

Reviews Of The Film Coming Soon!

Korean Movie My Girlfriend Is An Agent 2009 Watch Online Movie Trailer Review Cast And Crew




Korean Movie My Girlfriend Is an Agent 2009


Cast And Crew

Cast:
Kim Ha-neul, Kang Ji-hwan, Ryoo Seung-yong
Director: Shin Tae-ra
Writer:Seong-il Cheon (screenplay)
Genres: Martial Arts, Action Comedy, Spy Film,
Romantic Adventure, Romantic Comedy, Action
Runtime:112 min
Country:South Korea
Language:Korean
Color:Color
Certification:South Korea:12 | Singapore:PG
Open: November 05, 2009

Also Known As:7-geup gongmuwon (South Korea) (alternative spelling)
7th Grade Civil Servant (International: English title) (literal title) My Girlfriend Is an Agent (International: English title) (promotional title)

Synopsis

A Russian organised crime group is set out to steal an advanced chemical weapon from Korea and two secret agents are out to stop them. One is a veteran secret agent named Ahn Soo-ji who is a master of all forms of martial arts and envied by her comrades. Another is a rookie named Lee Jae-joon who's never been out on the field and always goofs up on the job. The two agents don't know each other's secret identity. All that they know is that they hate each other. As a couple that is... Soo-ji and Jae-joon were once a passionate couple until Jae-joon couldn't take her lies anymore. But all Soo-ji was trying to do was hide her secret identity. Nonetheless, the two went on their separate ways and by coincidence bump into each other years later while out on the job. As the two work out their screwy relationship, they go behind each other's backs to fulfil their mission to save the world.

Plot Summary


This slick and tense thriller with comedic elements from South Korean director Shin Tae-ra concerns an aggressive unit of the Russian mafia, detached to infiltrate Korea and filch a cutting-edge chemical weapon. The Korean government issues two secret agents to stop the Russians - both masked by undercover identities: Ahn Soo-ji (Kim Ha-neul), a tough-as-nails female martial arts pro who continues to draw the envy of all of her colleagues, and her male counterpart, klutzy and inept rookie Lee Jae-joon (Kang ji-Hwan), whose unfortunate presence leads to a series of outrageous blunders. Complicating matters, it seems, is the fact that the couple (polar opposites, who hate each other passionately), were once romantically involved. Soo-ji's requirement to maintain a secret life as an agent destroyed the couple by preventing them from maintaining an open relationship. Now, as it so happens, both are agents, and happen to serendipitously run into each other on the job. Though it seems nearly impossible, they must figure out a way to navigate through the possibility of a rekindled relationship, and attempt to save the world at the same time. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

Reviews


When I went to the theaters, I was not expecting much from this film. My only thoughts were,"Great... A Korean attempt at Mr. and Mrs. Smith." Boy, was I surprised when I saw this film!

First off, the acting, which I thought was pretty decent throughout. At first, I mistook Kang Ji Hwan's acting as "over-acting". However, that was his way of acting comically. After getting used to that, his actions and reactions were simply quirky and cute. I loved his high-pitched screaming! Usually, the foreigners who act in Korean films/dramas are awful. I have no idea why. In Chilgeup Gongmuwon, they were mediocre, which was a relief because I did not have to cringe whenever they were on screen.

Next, the action and plot. The action was probably the worst part of the film. It was not terrible. It just need some, or maybe, a lot of work. Some of the stunts were too unrealistic and poorly choreographed. (i.e. the jet ski, fencing thing...) The plot maintained a great speed. Like the action, the one turning point of the plot suffered from being a bit questionable. However, do not let these faults turn you off because the comedy makes up for it entirely.

Finally, the comedy. The film starts off right away trying to get the audience to laugh. And it succeeds. Some scenes are predictable. Yet, it is still hilarious! My family and I laughed at all the scenes meant to be laughed at.

Overall, Chilgeup Gongmuwon is a movie purely for laughs and should be watched lighted-heartedly. You will not get any meaning from this film, but it is sure to entertain you until the very end. So if you are lucky enough to have a theater near you playing it, I recommend you go see it!

Notes: The subtitles in my theater made me laugh. They used "cuz" instead of "because", which made me think that the translator instant messaged too much or something. Instead of "spicy rice cakes", it was translated to "dumplings", a completely different food. But I guess, it is easier for a non-Korean audience to understand, so I might be being a little technical here. Otherwise the subtitles were generally accurate.

Indonesian Movie Merantau Warrior 2009 Watch Online Movie Trailer Review Cast And Crew


Indonesian Movie Merantau Wirrior 2009

Cast And Crew

Casting
Iko Uwais, Sisca Jessica
Christine Hakim, Mads Koudal
Yusuf Aulia ,.. Alex Abbad
Yayan Ruhian, Laurent Buson,
Doni Alamsyah, Ratna Galih.... more
Director:Gareth Evans
Writers:Gareth Evans (written by)
Daiwanne Ralie (translation)
Release Date:5 November 2009 (Singapore)
more In USA 8TH October 2009
Genre:Action | Drama more

Tagline:Every journey must begin with one small step. more

Plot:In Minangkabau, West Sumatera, Yuda a skilled practitioner of Silat Harimau is in the final preparations.
Plot Summary

In Minangkabau, West Sumatera, Yuda a skilled practitioner of Silat Harimau is in the final preparations to begin his "Merantau" a century's old rites-of-passage to be carried out by the community's young men that will see him leave the comforts of his idyllic farming village and make a name for himself in the bustling city of Jakarta. After a series of setbacks leave Yuda homeless and uncertain about his new future, a chance encounter results in him defending the orphaned Astri from becoming the latest victim of a European human trafficking ring led by the wildly psychotic, Ratger and his right-hand man Lars. With Ratger injured in the mêlée and seeking both his "merchandise" and bloody retribution, Yuda's introduction to this bustling city is a baptism of fire as he is forced to go on the run with Astri and her younger brother Adit as all the pimps and gangsters that inhabit the night hound the streets chasing their every step. With escape seemingly beyond their grasp, Yuda has no choice but to face his attackers in an adrenaline charged, jaw-dropping finale. Written by PT. Merantau Films

Reviews

In Indonesian culture, a merantau is a rite of passage, the journey that every young man must experience before he can be considered a man. Think of it as an Indonesian Bar Mitzvah. And you can think of the film Merantau as an Indonesian Bar Mitzvah with loads of impressive ass kicking and a fantastic story that engages every second its on screen.

Yuda (Iko Uwais) is a skilled Silat fighter who is heading from his family farm to the big city to try to make his way in the tradition of merantau. Instead of getting a job there, he saves a young girl named Astri (Sisca Jessica) from ruthless thugs and becomes her guardian as a pair of mob bosses attempt to kidnap her to sell her into sex slavery.

It’s movies like these that put me in an awkward position. As some of you may realize, my very first review here on FSR was for Ong Bak and I gave it an “A.” After all, it deserves it. It’s a fantastic movie that’s fun and displays some incredible martial arts. But considering that Merantau is much, much better than Ong Bak, I find myself searching for a grade above “A.”

That may seem like a bold claim, but it’s obvious to anyone who’s seen both films. Merantau is a brilliant display of a complex martial art where the fighting is organic to the characters and the camera picks it up exactly how it needs to be. There are no repeated shots here for effect – just good old-fashioned cinematography that keeps a keen focus on the two (or the thirty) fighters that are going at each other. It adds to the scene while allowing the fight to naturally show off its intensity without the aid of fancy edits or camera tricks.

Beyond that, the story is actually meaningful, the characters are rounded and I ended up feeling for each and every one of them – even the villains. Here is a simple story that’s been told many, many times before but Merantau does it with fantastic adeptness that stems from the writing skill of writer/director Gareth Evans. He’s managed to do the impossible by making an action film with depth. The key, it seems, is writing tight scenes of emotion and dialog that aren’t just cliches. That way, we get a connection to the characters, but we don’t have to feel like we have to eat our dramatic vegetables before getting to the ass kicking dessert.

The other key is offering up a ton of ass kicking dessert. Unlike some martial arts films, Merantau delivers fight after glorious fight. It doesn’t make promises with a huge opening fight scene only to roll out an hour of exposition and gloominess before a climactic battle. No, friends. It promises an unnatural amount of fighting and then drops it right into your lap. Case in point: where some Save the Girl movies would see the young lady kidnapped while the hero broods for several scenes about how he’s going to infiltrate the old mill/discotheque/palatial estate where the baddies hang out, when the girl gets kidnapped in Merantau, the next scene is Yuda busting down a door and beating the bloody life out of the henchmen. Why waste time planning when we all know you’re going to end up fighting a bunch of disposables anyway? Merantau takes that question to heart, and then answers it with a boot to the face.

Sure, there are a ton of lame fighters who fall down easily at the fate of Yuda’s fists, but there are also plenty of fights where he’s evenly matched. The best example is the final fight scene where both mob bosses happen to the best fighters in the gang. The scene is complex, lasts a satisfyingly long time, and they all end up bloodied by the end. Even more refreshing is the fight choreography which sees the opponents learning from each other. They all evolve during the fight, finding and attacking weaknesses and then fortifying their own weaknesses against the attacker. Hands down, that final fight scene is one of the best I’ve seen in a fairly healthy history of watching people beat the living soul out of one another.

But you can get some great fight scenes out of a lot of movies, right? That’s what the genre is there for. The difference here is that I actually cared about the characters, and that only served to enhance the fights. I was rooting for a definite winner not because he was “the hero,” but because he’d earned my respect and had truly connected with the people around him that he was trying to save. It also helps when the villains and the hero have a personal connection, a rapport and a mutual respect for the skills of the fellow fighter. Instead of a cookie-cutter mob boss chomping down on a cigar, Ratger (Mads Koudal) and Luc (Laurent Buson) seem more likely to offer Yuda a job after punching his jaw into pulp than to shout at two poorly trained goons to toss him in a river somewhere. That sort of thing shines out. The fights become more brutal and more fun at the same time.

Speaking of brutal, there’s a scene in the film that stuck out in my mind as far more amazing stunt-wise than any single fight in Ong Bak. I wouldn’t want to spoil it, but it teaches a valuable lesson about leaping off a building at your attacker, and will probably go down in history as The Pole Scene.

And after picking my jaw off of what seemed like an unsanitary floor, just a half hour or so later I found myself misty-eyed. That’s the combination this film works with – mind-exploding action sequences coupled with genuine emotional impact. Yuda’s relationship with his mother is created simply and, like Yuda’s relationship with damsel in distress Astri, is built with phenomenal understatement. Winning the battle becomes more fulfilling, and the ending of the movie is one of the most cathartic and challenging that I’ve seen in a marital arts flick.
Over all, Merantau doesn’t hold back on the expert display of Silat or the emotional value of characters. It builds lasting connections between everyone on screen without outstaying its welcome when the kicks start to fly.


A trailer for Indonesian martial arts film Merantau. The film star new martial arts star Iko Uwais. It looks pretty good. Merantau is the first martial arts film coming from Indonesian in a long time. After looking at trailer, it wont be last. Hopefully, it wll arrive in North America soon. The guy at end trailer gets it real bad.

English Movie Lesbian Vampire Killers 2009 Watch Online Movie Trailer Review Cast And Crew


English Movie Lesbian Vampire Killers 2009

Cast And Crew


Cast: Silvia Colloca, James Corden,
Tiffany Mulheron, MyAnna Buring, John Pierce-Jones
Director: Philip James Claydon
RunTime: 1 hr 24 mins
Released By: Shaw
Rating: M18 (Violence and Coarse Language)
Opening Day: 22 October 2009
Genre: Horror/Comedy

Two no-hopers. One cursed village. One hell of a night!

Synopsis:

Two no-hopers. One cursed village. A bus full of foreign female students and an army of salacious lesbian vampires. It's gonna be one hell of a night!

BAFTA winning comedy-duo James Corden and Mathew Horne ( Gavin & Stacey ) decide to escape their problems and head to the country for a weekend of debauchery.

Things don't quite go according to plan and they find themselves stuck in a village where all of the women have been enslaved by a legendary vampire curse. As the night unfolds the boys have to put all of their fears (and dreams!) behind them in order to rise to the challenge of becoming Lesbian Vampire Killers.
Fletch (James Gorden) and Jimmy (Mathew Horne) decides to temporarily escape their woes and go on holiday to a remote village, only to find that all of its women have been enslaved by lesbian vampires due to an ancient curse.

Reviews And Views

Lesbian Vampire Killers helmer Phil Claydon has been hired by New Line to shoot its '80s action parody Dan Mintner: Badass For Hire The film is apparently a "light-hearted homage to 1980s action fare including Cobra and Missing In Action. Our hero sports tight, acid-washed jeans and a matchstick permanently sticking from his mouth as he confronts the issues of kicking arse in today;s world. "Phil was basically hired off the title alone of his first film," producer Beau Flynn jokes to The Hollywood...

Fantasia Festival is North America’s premiere (and largest) genre film festival. On Episode 138, we continue our coverage on the 2009 edition with reviews on Lee Demarbre’s new film Smash Cut. In addition we have an interview with the director and stars, David Hess and Sasha Grey. Also we’ll share our views on Lesbian Vampire Killers, I Sell The Dead and the latest entry into the French new wave or horror, Mutants.

I had a choice to see one of two Fantasia films playing at the same time: A Gay American Werewolf In London or Lesbian Vampire Killers. I went with the latter because: 1) The first movie doesn’t exist, and 2) I’m a sucker for catchy titles. However, horror films, like porno flicks, with memorable monikers usually don’t live up to their names. But Lesbian Vampire Killers (which screened at Montreal’s Fantasia Film Festival this month) does—and not in all the ways you would expect. I was anticipating a bunch of girl-on-girl action with topless, bloodsucking lesbian ladies engaging in titillatingly licentious and raunchy sexual and violent acts, and while Lvk does have its share of girl-on-girl kissing and bloodletting, director Phil Claydon stays away from profligacy and pornography and instead delivers a crowd-pleasing, entertaining horror-comedy in the vein of Shaun Of The Dead.

Just based on the title alone, you can tell the movie Lesbian Vampire Killers isn't so much a film as a calling card, a promise that the people behind this madness will bring you the exploitation goods should you choose to hire them. And for the movie's director Phil Claydon, the gambit worked.

He's been hired to direct New Line's Dan Mintner: Badass for Hire, a comedy about an 80s-style vigilante stuck in modern times. Even Contrafilm's Beau Flynn, who will be producing Dan Mintner, admits that it was Claydon's cheeky film that got him the job: "Phil was basically hired off the title alone of his first film." Tripp Vinson, another producer, was also in the spirit of things: "Plus his film had our two favorite things in cinema: vampires and lesbians." The idea behind Dan MIntner sounds solid, especially given how many 80s action stars still walk »