Enemy Movie Preview

We have not heard much about "Enemy" starring Jake Gyllenhaal but luckily we stumbled across the trailer last night. Not only does it star Gyllenhaal but it is also directed by the same person who directed "Prisoners" (2013), Dennis Villeneuve. 

From what we can tell from the trailer it certainly looks very similar in style to "Prisoners" with a dark overlook on each shot.  It seems like it is quite an interesting story line and hopefully it can match "Prisoners" and the suspense that brought.  We are certainly looking forward to being able to watch "Enemy". 

Have you been lucky enough to see "Enemy" already? If so let us know your thoughts by commenting below.

You can view the trailer for Enemy here:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVvgt3jIUsc&feature=share

Do You Watch Movie Trailers?

Recently there has been a bit of a spotlight on movie and film trailers.  Why? Well firstly because of the Super Bowl Half Time show which featured many new and extended trailers for upcoming movies.  And secondly, because of a news story that broke recently where cinema owners have asked for shorter movie trailers.

This raises an important question that we like to ask all movie fans - Do you watch film trailers?  For us answers can fall into three categories:

100 % Yes - I make a point of watching movie trailers as soon as I hear they have been released.

50 % Sometimes - I am not fussed whether I see them or not. If one comes on I will watch it but make no real effort to.

0 % No - I make every effort to avoid catching a glimpse of a movie trailer.  It gives too much away and ruins the film for me.

We fall into the first category. We love films. We love trailers. We will look for the latest news to see when a trailer is released to make sure we see it as soon as possible. However, we do know some people who are totally the opposite of ourselves and they will sit at the cinema with there eyes shut and hands over their ears during the trailers to make sure a film is not spoiled.  

What are your views on film trailers? Do they give away too much or do you love them as they are? Does it matter whether it is a film that's not released yet? If the film has been out for a few years but you are yet to see it does it make a difference to you about watching the trailer.

Let us know your thoughts but commenting below. We will of course reply and look forward to the discussion.

M+F Reviews Week 3 Update

It is that time again for our weekly of update of our review site M+F Reviews. It has been a great week and we have stuck to our target of getting on average one review done each day.  So here is a list of the reviews we have compiled this week in alphabetical order:

12 Years a Slave

District 9

Elysium

The Hangover Part III

I'm Not There

Snatch

We're the Millers

 

 

Highest M+F Rating: 12 Years a Slave

Featured Film: Prisoners

 

It has been a great week for us as we have had our first comment on the site (It appears on our "12 Years a Slave" review. We have another great week of film reviews coming your way, starting with none other than "The Big Lebowski" (1998).

 



Non-Stop Movie Preview and Trailer

So after the success of "Taken" (2008) and "Taken 2" (2012) Liam Neeson returns in "Non-Stop" this February.

 

Whether this is a gamble or not remains to be seen but from the trailer, the film looks like it could have some success.  What we can tell is that Neeson plays an air marshal who is set-up and is made to look like he is high-jacking a plane.  It is then up to Neeson to clear his name and save everyone on the flight.  The trailer is filled with action but is it going to offer us something new? We certainly hope so.

 

 

The film also stars Lupita Nyong'o who recently had success with "12 Years a Slave" (2013) and Julianne Moore.  The trailer looks good but does seem to give away a lot. We will have to wait and see whether the whole film is a success or whether it will fail to impress. "Non-Stop" is released in the United Kingdom on the 28th February 2014.

 

Are you looking forward to this film or are you not interested at all? Let us know by commenting below.

Should You Go To The Cinema?

 

As movie lovers we have watched films both at the cinema and at home on either DVD or Blu-Ray disc.  But which is better? We thought it would be fun and interesting to do a head-to-head of both to see what comes out on top.

 

Cost

When it comes down to choosing something to do, cost is always one thing that is looked into especially in more recent times.  The average cost of a cinema ticket in 2013 was $8.13 in the US and £6.53 in the UK.  Obviously these prices are only estimates but it gives us something to work with. On average a new DVD in the UK costs around £10 and a Blu-Ray costs around £15-20.  These numbers will vary along with cinema ticket prices - as obviously it will cost more to watch  an IMAX or 3D film at the cinema.  On face value to actually watch a film it seems that going to the cinema will come out on top. There are however other costs involved, like travel and snack costs (we have a separate section on snacks). The costs for sweets, popcorn and drinks at the cinema is extortionate and is almost nearly 3 times as more expensive that if you purchase them in shop.  This added with travel costs we are going to give this head-to-head to DVD/Blue-Ray. On average it would be cheaper to buy a DVD or Blu-Ray disc compared to going to the cinema.

 

DVD/Blu-Ray 1 - 0 Cinema

 

Comfort

For us, nothing beats the comfort of your own home.  Your familiar surroundings - everything is how you like it.  At the cinema however it isn't.  You rarely get to choose where you sit. You have no control over the lighting and you are limited to your seat. It is very difficult to stretch out which can be a problem as films are generally lasting for longer and longer these days.  This has not stopped movie theatre chains like Odeon trying to make the cinema experience more homely and luxurious, however this comes at an added cost.  Home comforts really are the best and cannot be matched by going to the cinema.

 

DVD/Blu-Ray 2 - 0 Cinema

 

Atmosphere

There is a certain atmosphere at the cinema that is impossible to recreate at home.  It's cliché but it is magical.  The big screen, dimmed lights and loud speakers makes watching films at the cinema all that more special compared to being at home.  Although it may be less comfortable especially when the cinema is packed but when there is a funny scene and the whole cinema erupts in laughter that atmosphere is special and unique.

 

DVD/Blu-Ray 2 - 1 Cinema

 

Snacks

We have already looked at the cost of snacks but lets look at the snacks themselves.  In our eyes, cinema snacks cannot be matched. Yes, you can buy popcorn from the shops and eat it at home but it is not the same as cinema food.  The popcorn, nachos and drinks albeit overpriced taste much nicer at the cinema and are worth the extra money.  Of course at home you can cook your own dinner and can pretty much have anything you like but for us cinema snacks win.

 

DVD/Blu-Ray 2 - 2 Cinema

 

Quality

Now this is a difficult one. Unless you go to the IMAX a normal cinema screen can sometimes look a bit blurry. The majority of people at home will have a HD screen to watch a film on making the screen quality better but obviously smaller.  At the cinema though the sound is very good. Loud and clear - it really adds an extra element to the film you are watching. You can feel the sound vibrations which really improve action films etc. At home their is a limit as to how loud you can have the sound.  This is a shame and unless you have a home cinema surround system it will not be the same as at the cinema.  Overall we think the cinema just edges it because of the large screen size and the sound effects are much better.

 

DVD/Blu-Ray 2 - 3 Cinema

 

Time

Watching films takes time, obviously.  Films generally range from anywhere between 75 minutes to up to 3 hours.  This is a long time to be out and it generally is nicer to watch longer films at home. At the cinema you do not get a break where as at home you can pause it.  There is also the added bonus of saving time as you will not need to travel to the cinema. Time-wise watching a film at home is better, you will save time and can watch a movie when it suits you rather than having the hassle of getting to the cinema and having to watch a film at a set time.

 

DVD/Blu-Ray 3 - 3 Cinema

 

Release Dates



Transformers: Age of Extinction can be seen in the cinema
 long before it can on DVD

 

There is only one winner here in the last category -  Cinema. The films at the movie theatres come out a long time before they appear on DVD or Blu-Ray which means if you wait to see something at home, you can be waiting months.  There really is no arguing in that if you want to see a film as soon as it comes out you have to go to the cinema to do so. 

 

DVD/Blu-Ray 3 - 4 Cinema
 

And the winner is...

The winner is Cinema. That concludes our head-to-head and we believe that you should go to the cinema over watching a DVD/Blu-Ray at home. Of course other circumstances can change this but if you have the opportunity to go to the cinema - take it, it is a great experience and very enjoyable.

 

Let us know what you prefer and why by commenting below.