The King's Speech

Connor's Movie Review

Movie Title:    The King’s Speech

Released:   December 2010

Movie Rating:  PG-13

Star Rating: «« ««

Movie Summary:

George VI, also known as Bertie, has suffered from a speech impediment ever since he was a child.  His wife, Elizabeth, wants to help him, so she hires Lionel Logue, a speech therapist, to help Bertie.  Over the course of time, Lionel begins to change Bertie’s life, as well as helping him overcome his impediment.  They soon become friends.  Bertie’s father suddenly dies.  And to make matters worse, Bertie’s brother, Edward, next in line, decides to abdicate the thrown, therefore Bertie is made King.  When World War II begins, Bertie, with the help of Lionel, must make a radio broadcast speech to rally the forces of England against Hitler. 

“The King’s Speech” is an inspiring movie that teaches everyone to always believe in yourself and remain firm, even in the darkest of times.  Headed by a great cast, led by Colin Firth, who shows excellence in portraying King George VI, and Geoffrey Rush, who does an incredible job in playing Lionel Logue.  “The King’s Speech” won 4 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Colin Firth), and Best Director (Tom Hooper).  “The King’s Speech” contains some language, but otherwise, it is a great movie that I would highly recommend!  

“Ladies and Gentlemen, I ask that you watch this incredible movie!”

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The Movie Critic, Connor

Tron: Legacy

Connor's Movie Review

Movie Title:    Tron: Legacy

Released:   December 2010

Movie Rating:  PG

Star Rating: ««««    

Movie Summary:

Electronic extraordinaire Kevin Flynn is the owner to a large electronic empire known as Encom Industries.  His son, Sam, looks up to him, but one day his dad unexpectedly disappears out of nowhere.  Sam runs away, scared and lonely, and 15 years later, Sam discovers his dad’s arcade.  Unexpectedly transported to a virtual universe known as the Grid, he finds out that in order to escape the game and get back into the real world, he must fight to survive a dangerous gladiatorial competition.  Sam soon meets his dad, who has been trapped in the game since Sam was a kid.  Kevin explains to Sam that one of his virtual creations, Clu, has turned evil and turned against him, threatening to destroy him.  Together, Sam and Flynn battle Clu and his army of warriors and they, along with Kevin’s loyal assistant and friend Quorra, fight to survive the game and escape. 

“Tron: Legacy” is an awesome sci-fi action film, with some impressive special effects, and exciting action sequences.  I’d recommend seeing this movie in 3D.         

Get on your lightcycle and speed to the theater to see “Tron: Legacy”!

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The Movie Critic, Connor

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

Connor's Movie Review

Movie Title:    The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader

Released:   December 2010

Movie Rating:  PG

Star Rating: «««1/2  

Movie Summary:

The next chapter in the Chronicles of Narnia unfolds as Lucy and Edmund Pevensie, along with their arrogant cousin Eustace, are transported to Narnia through a magical portrait and come aboard a Narnian ship, the Dawn Treader.  They meet up with familiar friends, along with new ones.  The Pevensies and the crew of the Dawn Treader join forces and embark on a dangerous journey across the sea, exploring mysterious islands to find seven long-lost lords of Narnia. 

I think “Dawn Treader” is a good family movie, but it isn’t as fun and exciting as its predecessors.                     

Embark on a “Voyage” to the theater to see “The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader”!

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The Movie Critic, Connor