7/10 [highly Recommended]underrated gem filled with rich characters and an incredible new world.
Transplanted to Mars, a Civil War vet discovers a lush planet inhabited by 12-foot tall barbarians. Finding himself a prisoner of these creatures, he escapes, only to encounter a princess who is in desperate need of a savior.
What's not to love? Action, fight scenes, alien creatures, civilization on mars, and Taylor Kitsch in the lead.
The story telling style of John Carter is very unique as it explores the world of both earth and mars. It is not a simple story to follow if you aren't paying attention. There are many characters, endless new vocabulary to get used to, and a lot of 'clans' that are at war with one another.
Taylor Kitsch is perfect as long haired hero, John Carter and Lynn Collins as the princess of Mars. James Purefoy's character is also worth noting as it brought much comedic element to the film.
Though the graphics was not as extravagant as Avatar is was very believable and real. I feel that I enjoyed John Carter more than Avatar, not because of the graphics but rather the story and character development. John Carter explored more character depth and has much more complicated plot.
I highly recommend this film and pay close attention, as it is a thrill ride from minute one.
After giving The Man from Nowhere a 6.5, I don't know Wenke!I may check it out! We will see! Peace! Wenke-Qi!
ReplyDeleteA Movie you must see: Abnormal Beauty (Taiwan Horror), Last Life in the Universe (Japanese/Thai Drama), Millenium Mambo (Taiwanese/Japanese Drama), Beijing Rocks (Chinese Rock Drama) Bandage (Japanese 90's Grunge Drama), and Tell Me Something (Korean Thriller), and H (KOrean Thriller)
I will have to check out Tell Me Something and H. i like thrillers, but will have to skip the horror. Thanks for the recommendations dwight!
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