On the Job (2013)

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On the Job (2013)

Date seen: 31 August 2013

Rated R-16, 121 mins.

IMDB User Rating: 8.6

Metascore: Not listed

Tomatometer: No reviews yet

Movie Notebook Score: 9.50/10

Recommendation: A - Highly Recommended

Grade: QT - Watch if you want to have Quality Time

Notes:

I just hope this gets elected as Philippines' entry to the Oscars 2014. Excellent story and screenplay, editing, sound, visuals, and cinematography. Joel Torre shines and deserves a trophy for his portrayal. Likewise, Joey Marquez should earn a recognition for his drama. The rest of the main characters were delivered in a mediocare/pretentious/spirit-less acting. Nevertheless, this movie is something Filipinos should be proud of. We deserve more Filipino movies of this quality. Great job Director Erik Matti!

For your consideration:

• Filipino Film of the Year
• Directing: Erik Matti
• Story: Erik Matti and Michiko Yamamoto
• Screenplay
• Acting: Joel Torre as Mario "Tatang" Manghari
• Acting: Joey Marquez as Sgt. Joaquin Acosta
• Cinematography
• Editing
• Sound

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Scores are as of posting.

Despicable Me 2 (2013)

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Despicable Me 2 (2013)

Date seen: 05 July 2013

Rated PG, 98 mins.

IMDB User Rating: 7.9

Metascore: 62/100 (User Score: 7.8)

Tomatometer: 75% Certified Fresh (Audience: 89%)

Movie Notebook Score: 9.95/10

Recommendation: A - Highly Recommended

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

The Minions made it again. This flick will be one of the year's most memorable animated films that touches both young and adult audience with its humor. Despicable Me 2 will make you beg for another sequel, maybe Minions: The Movie?

After watching the film:

You'll say "gelato" once you see an ice cream stand/parlor.

For your consideration:

• Voice: Steve Carell as Gru
• Voice: Kristen Wiig as Lucy
• Voice: Russell Brand as Dr. Nefario
• Voice: Pierre Coffin as Minion
• Voice: Chris Renaud as Minion
• Animated Feature of the Year
• Character Design
• Production

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Scores are as of this posting.

Movies 2012: Taken 2 (2012)

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Taken 2 (2012)

Date seen: 12 October 2012

Rated: PG-13, 91 mins.

IMDB User Rating: 6.8

Metascore: 45/100 (User Score: 5.9)

Tomatometer: 21%, Rotten (Audience: 61%)

Movie Notebook Score: 6.00

Recommendation: C - Selectively Recommended for those who simply want to watch something on the bigscreen.

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

Poorly written. Won't stand as a lone movie, relies much of its developments to its predecessor Taken (2008). 

After watching the movie:

You'll be reminded that Liam Neeson is not that young at all.

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Scores are as of posting.

 

Movies 2012: The Road (2012)

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The Road (2012)

Nobody Leaves The Road (2011), Philippines

Date seen: 22 June 2012

Rated R, 110 mins

IMDB User Rating: 5.4

Metascore: 71/100 (User Rating: 6.4)

Tomatometer: 71%, Fresh (Audience: 70%)

Movie Notebook Score: 7.0

Recommendation: B - Recommended for appropriate audiences based on regulatory rating.

Grade: QT - Watch if you want to have Quality Time

Notes:

The film was well-packaged from the satisfactory delivery of the cast to the technical aspects in sound, screenplay, editing, cinematography, costume design, production design, and directing. Admittedly not even near to what is near perfect for a multi-genre film as its story progressed--from horror to suspense to murder to psych and to drama--but still attention- and watch-worthy. Wishing more quality movies from the Philippines.

After watching this movie:
You'll get by.

For your consideration:

• Acting: Carmina Villaroel as Carmela
• Acting: Rhian Ramos as Ate Lara
• Acting: Louise de los Reyes as Joy
• Acting: Marvin Agustin as Boy's Father
• Acting: Alden Richards as Teenage Luis
• Acting: Renz Valerio as Boy Luis
• Acting: TJ Trinidad as Luis
• Directing
• Screenplay
• Cinematography
• Costume Design
• Make-up
• Editing
• Sound

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Scores from IMDB, Metacritic, and Rottentomatoes are as of posting.  

Movies 2012: Man on a Ledge (2012)

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Man on a Ledge (2012)

Date seen: 05 May 2012

Rated PG-13, 102 mins

IMDB User Rating: 6.7

Metascore: 40/100 (User Rating: 6.4)

Tomatometer: 31%, Rotten (Audience: 54%)

Movie Notebook Score: 6.5

Recommendation: B - Recommended for those who just want to enjoy a movie.

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

This one is entertaining enough even though the plot is easily predictable. As the title implies, Man on a Ledge is not-that-heavy nor not-that-light--fit enough for movie-goers 13 years and above. May not be among the best of its type, but will certainly keep you eating that popcorn in front of the screen with occasional jaw drops.

After watching this movie:

You'll be reminded that Sam Worthington is Australian.

For your consideration:

None.

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Scores from IMDB, Metacritic, and Rottentomatoes are as of posting.