War Horse

Connor's Movie Review

Movie Title:    War Horse

Released:   December 2011

Movie Rating:  PG-13

Star Rating: «««1/2

Movie Summary:

Setting in the midst of World War I, “War Horse” tells the story of a young teenage boy named Albert and the strong friendship he shares with his horse, whom he names Joey.  When Joey is taken by the U.S. Army to be trained as a military horse, Albert enlists himself in the Army because he is determined to be reunited with his beloved horse. 

“War Horse” is a movie that contains what you would expect in a war film, a lot of violence.  It is also very touching and teaches the morals of friendship, courage, persistence and the willing to fight for what you believe in.            

Gallop on over to the movies to see “War Horse”!

  

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The Movie Critic, Connor

The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn

Connor's Movie Review

Movie Title:    The Adventures of Tintin:  Secret of the Unicorn

Released:   December 2011

Movie Rating:  PG

Star Rating: ««« 1/2    

Movie Summary:

The movie sets as a young reporter, Tintin, buys a very interesting model ship from a vendor.  As he buys the model, a man comes up to him and warns him to return the model or he will face extreme danger.   Next, a man named Red Rackham asks if he can trade him for the model ship, and he wants it badly.  This strikes Tintin’s curiosity.  So he investigates the object and is stunned to find a piece of paper containing a strange clue hidden in the model.  Just as he begins to piece together the clue, he is taken hostage by Rackham.  He learns of Rackham’s desperate attempt to find the three missing model ships which all contain hidden clues.  Rackham thinks that the clues will lead him to an infamous treasure, a treasure that was aboard the mystical pirate ship, The Unicorn.  Tintin escapes and joins forces with his faithful dog, Snowy, and Captain Haddock, descendant of the Captain of the Unicorn to embark on a globe-trotting adventure to get to the treasure before Rackham finds it first. 

“Tintin” is directed by Steven Spielberg and has the same thrilling spirit of excitement and adventure that his Indiana Jones films possessed.   However, it is somewhat violent for an animated family film and contains alcohol consumption throughout the movie.  Overall, I think “Tintin” isn’t the best film, but is certainly a good adventure movie that makes for a fun ride! 

Tintin may not be a “tin” « movie, but it is well worth the watch!   

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The Movie Critic, Connor

Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol

 Connor's Movie Review

Movie Title:    Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol

Released:   December 2011

Movie Rating:  PG-13

Star Rating: ««««1/2

Movie Summary:

“Ghost Protocol” is the fourth installment in the “Mission: Impossible” franchise.  In this film, IMF agent Ethan Hunt and his team, consisting of first time field agent Jane Carter, and technology expert Benji Dunn, are assigned on a mission to infiltrate the Kremlin building.  But as their plans unfold, they soon realize that someone’s after them.  They barely escape before the Kremlin is unexpectedly bombed by an unknown enemy agent.  The entire IMF organization is framed for the bombing, and Ethan and his comrades are disavowed.  The President of the United States initiates the Ghost Protocol program, forcing the agents to resort to an immediate plan of action.  They soon discover that the bomber of the Kremlin is attempting to begin a nuclear war with the United States.  On their own, Ethan, Jane, Benji, and a mysterious IMF analyst named William Brandt, risk everything to clear their organization’s name and must work together to stop the bomber before the world engages in war.

“Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol” is a fun ride, with lots of action and suspense.  The action sequences in the film are very exciting and imaginative.  The sequence in which Ethan scales the Burj Khalifa building in Dubai is pure awesome.  When watching this movie, I just couldn’t stop saying “Whoa!” “Ghost Protocol” sets the standard for action movies, turning up the thrill meter as far as it can go.   So, if you’re up for an exhilarating and awesome action thriller, then this movie is for you!        

              

Your mission, should you decide to accept it…is to see “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol”.  This movie review will self-destruct in 5 seconds.  Good luck.  

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The Movie Critic, Connor