A young reindeer named Niko dreams about flying like his father who he believes is a member of Santa’s famous Flying Forces.
Despite suffering from severe vertigo, he sneaks out of his home to take flying lessons from his friend Julius, a clumsy flying squirrel.
magic
Warning:- this post does not contain the films Goofs.
Surprisingly, Twilight wasn’t that bad of a film.
I expected it to be much worse, it’s hard to make a convincing film - they had to over act looks to try and communicate without many words.
Edward falls in love with Bella but knows the further they progress in their relationship the more he is putting Bella and those close to her at risk.
Edward warns Bella that she should leave him but she refuses to listen and to understand why he is saying this.
have fun! magic
Warning:- this post does contain the films Goofs. May spoil the film.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
Catherine Hardwicke
Writers
Melissa Rosenberg
Stephenie Meyer
Release Date
19 December 2008 (UK)
Genre
Drama | Fantasy | Romance | Thriller
Tagline
When you can live forever what do you live for?
Disney has done nothing but pump out rehashed ideas in the form of inane sequels to classics loved by my generation or weak under developed characters.
Well not this time.
Bolt the “super” dog was full of funny and emotional characters the likes of which Disney has not produced in a while.
When the canine star of a hit TV show is accidentally shipped from his Hollywood soundstage to New York City, he begins his biggest adventure yet - a cross-country journey through the real world.
Warning:- this post does contain the films Goofs. May spoil the film.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Directors
Byron Howard
Chris Williams
Writers
Dan Fogelman
Chris Williams
Release Date
13 February 2009 (UK)
Genre
Animation | Comedy | Family | Fantasy
Tagline
A hero is unleashed 2008.
Easily the most impressive piece of the City of Ember puzzle is the delightfully ominous science-fiction visuals.
The massive sets were built in Northern Ireland in the shipyard-turned-soundstage of the location the Titanic was actually constructed in (now the largest soundstage in the world) and it’s never more apparent than in the beautiful crane shots through the underground city.
The CG elements are also top-notch, but the practical effects flawlessly immerse the audience in the fantasy world of pipeworks and generators.
For generations, the people of the City of Ember have flourished in an amazing world of glittering lights.
But Ember’s once powerful generator is failing … and the great lamps that illuminate the city are starting to flicker. Something needs done.
enjoy! magic
Warning:- this post does not contain the films Goofs.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
Gil Kenan
Writers
Caroline Thompson
Jeanne Duprau
Release Date
10 October 2008 (UK)
Genre
Adventure | Family | Fantasy
Tagline
Discover The Secret
The movie is very predictable to the extent that the viewer can clearly differentiate the “good guys and the bad guys” within the first few minutes.
But, that is not important.
This thriller is more fun than anything and it is basically just an easy way to pass the time when you want to veg out.
oooohh yeeaahh magic
Warning:- this post does not contain the films Goofs.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
David Burton Morris
Writer
Edithe Swense
Release Date
21 September 2008 (USA)
Genre
Crime | Mystery | Thriller
The acting is top quality.
All characters, especially the one portrayed by Shea, are portrayed exceptionally well.
The plot keeps you glued to your seat, and you can’t wait to see what happens next or how they will think of a way out of their predicament.
The only problems lie in the filming of the “monster” and to a lesser degree, the sound.
I’m not a personal fan of the “flicker” style of filming so it may work for others.
My only gripe is the cinematography. 
I can understand for artistic and probably budget reasons why the camera shakes.
It can be a bit disorienting at times, but it won’t give you a headache like the last two Bourne movies.
Also, I wish we could have seen more of the creature.
However, it is used effectively.
Our group consisting of a couple, a druggie, and a thug get trapped in an isolated gas station where a parasitic creature has entrapped them. Waiting to assimilate it’s prey alive.
The effects are pretty good for an independent feature. Not too much reliance on CGI which is good. The location filming served well too giving a raw and realistic look to the picture.
get those cusions out! magic
Warning:- this post does not contain the films Goofs.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
Toby Wilkins
Writers
Kai Barry
Ian Shorr
Genre
Horror
Tagline
It will get under your skin.
The plot was intelligent, original, interesting and emotionally engaging.
All of the characters in some way evoked my sympathy and the standard of acting was excellent.
There wasn’t as much dancing and music as I expected, but for me that didn’t matter since I was more interested in the story.
I don’t see why anyone of a romantic nature (male or female) wouldn’t thoroughly enjoy this film.
Highly recommended.
A young woman from a small town who moves to Chicago with dreams of entering the Chicago School of Music and Dance.
But after rejection and a series of misfortunes she finds herself working in a burlesque club.
enjoy! magic
Warning:- this post does not contain the films Goofs.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
Darren Grant
Writers
Duane Adler
Nicole Avril
Release Date
8 August 2008 (UK)
Genre
Drama
Sophie, who lives with her mother in a dilapidated hotel on an idyllic Greek island, wants nothing more than for her father to be at her forthcoming wedding.
The trouble is her father could be any one of three men with whom her mother dot dot dotted twenty years ago.
So Sophie invites all three of them to her wedding and, as expected, complications ensue.
The story, such as it is, is quite strong enough to enable the songs to be hooked onto it.
Over 24 chaotic, magical hours, new love will bloom and old romances will be rekindled on this lush island full of possibilities.
Inspired by the storytelling magic of ABBA’s songs from “Dancing Queen” and “S.O.S.” to “Money, Money, Money” and “Take a Chance on Me,” Mamma Mia! is a celebration of mothers and daughters, old friends and new family found.
(and the remixes are not bad either!) magic
Warning:- this post does contain the films Goofs. May spoil the film.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
Phyllida Lloyd
Writer
Catherine Johnson
Release Date
10 July 2008 (UK)
Genre
Comedy | Musical | Romance
Tagline
Take a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget
What makes the movie work so well is the amazing platonic and romantic chemistry of the two leads, Rogen and Elizabeth Banks.
I can’t think of two performers who have skyrocketed more in terms of fame over the last three years.
Have faith in the fact that this film, despite being controversial and borderline wrong in some parts, is one of the funniest and romantic comedies of the decade.
What happens when you mix Kevin Smith’s witty and snappy dialog with the outrageous humor of a guy like Seth Rogen? Pure brilliance, that’s what.
Roommates and longtime friends Zack (Seth Rogen) and Miri (Elizabeth Banks) meet a gay couple (Brandon Routh and Justin Long) at a high school reunion held on the eve of Thanksgiving.
One of these guys (Routh) is so handsome and charming Miri crudely and of course futilely propositions him on the spot.
It turns out the gay men produce and act in their own profitable line of gay porn films.
magic
Warning:- this post does contain the films Goofs. May spoil the film.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
Kevin Smith
Writer
Kevin Smith
Release Date
14 November 2008 (UK)
Genre
Comedy | Drama | Romance
This was a very funny film, excellent screenplay, with engaging characters, film plot, and a good ending.
I recommend this highly to anyone who appreciates a good comedy.
Two energy drink spokesmen, Wheeler and Danny (Seann William Scott and Paul Rudd) get in trouble with the law after Danny has a break-up with his girlfriend (Elizabeth Banks who is in everything these days).
They are given the choice of jail or community service with troubled kids, and choose the latter.
Danny is given a boy Augie (Christopher Mintz-Plasse of Superbad) who wears a cape and is into role-playing games.
Wheeler is given a foul mouthed terror of a boy (Bobb’e J. Thompson).
magic
Warning:- this post does contain the films Goofs. May spoil the film.
… now for Magic’s Technical Bit:
Director
David Wain
Writers
Paul Rudd
David Wain
Release Date
2 January 2009 (UK)
Genre
Comedy
Tagline
Danny and Wheeler were just sentenced to 150 hours mentoring kids. Worst idea ever.