TV Review: Black Lightning Series 1 Episode 4 "Black Jesus" [Emz]

So here is Episode 4. I am a few episodes behind in writing, but I will be reviewing all episodes asap.

So this episode is called Black Jesus. The episode aired on Netflix on the 13th February 2018.

Here is the synopsis:

Black Lightning is recruited to rally against the 100 gang; Anissa investigates the new drug hitting the streets; familiar faces begin to reappear.

Review:

This episode has very strong themes of Gang Violence and Drug Use.

The theme of drug use start at the beginning of the episode with Jefferson responding to a situation in the boys bathroom. Jefferson arrives to see a student acting irrationally, to stop the boy from hurting himself on anyone else, Jefferson has to use his powers to knock him out. As it later turns out the boy was high on a new drug called Green Light.

Anissa later spots some of her students being sold Green Light and manages to get them away from the drug dealers empty handed.

Jefferson, as Black Lightning interrogates a drug dealer to find out who is supplying them. He is given the name 2-Bits.

After hearing the boy is going to be expelled for the school, Jefferson tries to get him a second chance at the school.

Tobias finds out that Black Lightning is not dead and has the Mortician who identified him originally killed.

Following the previous episode Jennifer visits Khalil during Physio therapy and overhears that Khalil may never walk again.

After a heated discussion over dinner with her parents and the Inspector, Anissa confronts two drug dealers and uses her power on them. She ends up knocking them unconcious and then calls 911 and leaves the scene..

The episode ends with Jefferson greeting 2-Bits.

I enjoyed this episode. Emotions are everywhere though, you feel angry about the damage the drug is doing and how easy it is for kids to get their hands on it, sad for Khalil and the situation he is in and at the same time sad for Jennifer who is trying to be there for him. 

I can't wait to see Anissa grow in confidence and eventually learn who Black Lightning actually is, that will be interesting.

I will have the next episode up next week.

Till then

Emz x

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TV Review: Black Lightning Series 1 Episode 3 "LaWanda: The Book of Burial" [Emz]

On to episode 3 of Black Lightning.

This episode picks up not too long after episode 2 and we begin with the funeral of Lawanda White.

Here is the synopsis:

HOLDING OUT HOPE — As Jefferson Pierce tries to determine if the community can survive without the help of Black Lightning, Anissa starts to come into her own. Meanwhile, Jefferson and Lynn try and figure out their new dynamic. Finally, Jennifer reveals to her parents that she has been grappling with something big.

Review:

The theme of Gang violence is a strong theme throughout this series and continues once again in this episode. Sex is also a theme of this episode.

Following the death of Lawanda White, a march is planned, which Jefferson is against. But both of his girls and his ex-wife plan on attending.

The theme of Sex comes into this episode. Jennifer discusses having sex with her boyfriend and proceeds to inform her parents that she will be having sex with her at the weekend.

Anissa is looking into what is happening to her, she records herself testing out her strength at the city dump. for the reason she is suddenly bulletproof and super-strong. She then meets Grace at the library and gets invited to a costume party. During the costume party he is accused on cheating by her girlfriend. We later learn that she broke up with her.

During the March which, Lyn, Anissa, Jennifer and Khalil attend, Jefferson as Black Lightning stops a shooter, but whilst protecting them, Tobias and his associate, try another attempt. They manage to shoot the Pastor and the bullet goes straight through and hits Khalil.

I enjoyed seeing Anissa testing out her powers but found it emotional seeing Jennifer getting upset over Khalil.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Black Lightning Series 1 Episode 2 "Lawanda: The Book of Hope" [Emz]

So here we are with episode 2. This episode is called "Lawanda: Book Of Hope."

This episode picks up not too long after the first episode.

Here is the synopsis:

IS HE BACK? — As the community struggles with the violence surrounding them, a glimmer of hope appears: Is Black Lightning back? Lynn Stewart, noticing the changes in the community, is also left wondering. While Jefferson Pierce struggles with his decision, Gambi urges him to take up the mantle once more and return to life as Black Lightning. Anissa and Jennifer try to deal with the aftermath of their jolting experience.

Review:

This episode keeps the recurring themes of Gang Violence, drugs and alcohol. There is also the theme of sexuality as we delve a little deeper into Jefferson's daughters love lives.

Gang violence is shown in quite a but of this episode.

Following the last episode, Jennifer stays at home and gets threatened by a young child that has been sent by Lala. This scares not only Jennifer but also Jefferson and sparks him into going to see Lala, but as himself, not Black Lightning.

We meet Lawanda who is the mother of a missing person who was a former student at the High School. She is asking the question that is on many peoples lips, why did Black Lightning save his children only? She ends up becoming a bit of a Vigilante in order to save her daughter. This results in Lala killing her.

The themes of alcohol are recurring as the pressure of having to act 'perfect' being the Principal's daughter constantly leads Jennifer to act out and drink.

The theme of Sexuality is explored through the love lives of Jefferson's daughters. I mean Jefferson's love life is clearly complicated with his ex-wife but we don't really know much about his daughters. We discover that Anissa has a long term girlfriend and that her parents are aware of her sexuality. Also Jennifer starts a relationship with her friend Khalil.

The death of Lawanda eventually leads Jefferson to become Black Lightning again after feeling guilty for her death as he feels he could have helped.

I think this series grows with each episode and there is more to uncover.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Black Lightning Series 1 Episode 1 "The Resurrection" - Series Premiere [Emz]

So this is the latest TV show to come from the DC TV universe, following after Arrow, The Flash, Legends Of Tomorrow and Supergirl.

The show is currently airing on The CW in america and unlike the other DC shows which air on Sky One in the UK, it is currently airing weekly on Netflix.

The first episode was released on the 23rd January on Nexflix.

The show stars Cress Williams as Jefferson Pierce/ Black Lighting, China Anne McClain as Jennifer Pierce, Nafessa Williams as Anissa Pierce, Christine Adams as Lynn Stewart, Marvin "Krondon" Jones III as Tobias Whale, Damon Gupton as Billy Henderson and James Remar as Peter Gambi.

Here is the Synopsis

A former superhero with the power to control and harness lightning, Jefferson Pierce, otherwise known as Black Lightning, unrolls the secrets of his past to protect his city and his family.

Review:

So there are a couple of familiar faces in this show. Cress Williams has previously starred in Hart Of Dixie, China Anne McClain has starred in ANT Farm on Disney Channel and most recently portrayed Uma in Disney's Descendants 2. Finally I recognized the actress who plays Jefferson's ex-wife Lynn Stewart, She is portrayed by Christine Adams, I remember her from an episode of Doctor Who in 2005 called The Long Game, her characters name was Cathica.

Anyway, I have currently watched 3 out of 4 episodes that have been released on Netflix ( I will watch the latest one tonight.)

So I find the themes of this show interesting, Gang Violence, Racism, drugs and alcohol to name but a few. 

Racism is shown when Jefferson gets pulled over by Police and is handcuffed before he is identified as not being the culprit behind a robbery. Drugs and Alcohol are shown when Jefferson's youngest daughter Jennifer, goes to a club and uses drugs and drinks alcohol, Gang Violence is shown when Jefferson's daughters are kidnapped by a member of the 100 gang and are to be used as prostitutes.

So When the show first airs we are treated to flashbacks of Jefferson as Black Lightning almost dying after trying to kill Tobias Whale and he tell Lynn (his then wife) that he is going to give it all up. (Jefferson has the ability to harness and control lightning). So when we return to present day, he hasn't masqueraded as Black Lightning in quite some time. In his retirement he has become the Principal of Garfield High School.

Jefferson bring Black Lightning out of retirement to save his daughters lives, his tailor, Peter Gambi is behind the Black Lightning outfit and has given him an upgrade.

Following Jefferson reusing his powers to save his daughters, we are treated to a clip of Anissa having a panic attack and breaking the bathroom sink, this could be a sign of things to come as in the comics both Jefferson's daughters are superhero's also.

I will be posting about the following episodes soon.

Till then

Emz x

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DVD Review: Wonder Woman [Emz]

I recently purchased this DVD a couple of weeks ago. I really enjoyed this film when I sawe it at the Cinema and couldn't wait to see it again.

The film stars Chris Pine and Gal Gadot.

Here is the synopsis of the film:

Before she was Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), she was Diana, princess of the Amazons, trained to be an unconquerable warrior. Raised on a sheltered island paradise, Diana meets an American pilot (Chris Pine) who tells her about the massive conflict that's raging in the outside world. Convinced that she can stop the threat, Diana leaves her home for the first time. Fighting alongside men in a war to end all wars, she finally discovers her full powers and true destiny.

Review:

This film was brilliant. I enjoyed the way Gal Gadot portrayed Diana (Wonder Woman) as a member of the amazons at the beginning, being naive to the world outside. The way she didn't understand the way people lived and dressed, her mind was only focused on one thing.

Of course when Chirs Pines character of Steve, an american Pilot comes crashing through the barrier between the amazons home and the outside world everything changes.

Diana's character seems to grow throughout the film, becoming aware of things around her but still set on one important mission.

Of course not everything goes to plan and just as she thinks she has succeeded in her mission, she suddenly realizes that her mission hasn't been completed and the battle is just about to begin.

The fact that the story is set during World War 1 makes the tale more interesting, looking back into the past and the way this story works around alongside the war and doesn't overlook it completely. 

We realize that the Diana that we meet in Batman V Superman as been around quite some time and has become accustomed to how people live.

I enjoyed this film immensely and feel that a female hero (origins story) is what is currently lacking in Marvel until 2019 (Captain Marvel) and that DC has pulled this film off very well.

There is supposed to be a sequel being released in 2019, where this film will fall in Diana's timeline i'm not sure but it will be interesting to see.

I look forward to seeing Justice League from the 17th November.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: The Flash Season 3 Episode 5 " Monster" [Emz]

Now this episode is again a little different. The hint of the difference is in the title.

So "Monster" originally aired on the 1st November 2016 on The CW.

Here is the synopsis:

Caitlin visits her mother to help her understand her growing meta-human powers; Barry tries to convince Julian to let him help investigate a new meta-human that is attacking Central City.

Review:

So it seems a monster is terrorising Central City. Barry and the team are having trouble with it. The other problems that they are facing are Barry being shown up  to his boss by Julian as he is late a number of times and disappears alot. 

The team are also having issues with H.R. Wells as he hasn't really done much since he arrived. 

Caitlin has taken time off and went to meet with her mother to see if she can help her with her Ice powers, they go through a number of tests until her mothers colleague doesn't want to let her go.

In the end Barry seems to make some leeway with Julian after they work out that the Monster is a Hologram and is being programmed by a young boy.

The team also realise that H.R. isn't a scientist at all.

I enjoyed the way this episode went but flt sorry for Barry and Caitlin, but laughed alot at H.R and the way he kept repeating everything Cisco and Barry said.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: The Flash Season 3 Episode 4 "The New Rogues" [Emz]

Now episode 4 "The New Rogues". It was originally released on the 15th October 2016. This is an interesting one. We begin with a flashback from three years before. We also have a guest appearance from Leonard Snart aka Captain Cold (Wentworth Miller), who is currently, as far as Barry knows with the Legends.

Here is the Synopsis:

Mirror Master joins his old partner, Top, and looks to even the score with Snart; Jesse joins the chase, but her decision to defy one of Barry's orders results in terrible consequences.

Review:

I enjoyed this episode. It was a little bit different. Instead of this pair getting powers from Doctor Alchemy as they are calling him, this couple - Sam Scudder and Rosalind Dillon (aka Mirror Man and Top)

They are old "cohorts" of Leonard Snart aka Captain Cold. So they appear t have received their powers at the same time as Barry, when the particle accelerator exploded. Fast forward to present day in this episode and Rosalind is in Jail and we discover that Sam has been trapped in a mirror for 3 years.

Elsewhere, with Earth 2's Harry Wells preparing to go home along with Jesse, he helps the team search for another Harry Wells from another of the multiverses.

We also see Caitlin ice powers take hold, when Barry gets trapped in a Mirror when fighting against Sam and Jesse is unable to help as whilst battling Rosalind she is affected by Vertigo. SO, after Harry and Cisco's attempt to free Barry doesn't work, she freezes the mirror and he manages to escape.

It was also interesting to see a relationship between Jesse and Wally. Plus finally we meet anther Harry Wells, who calls himself H.R.

I each episode gets more interesting and I look forward to the next one.

Till then

Emz x

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TV Review: The Gifted Season 1 Episode 1 "eXposed" [Emz]

So I had originally thought that The gifted had already aired in America, for a complete season, but it has only just started as of the 2nd October.

It is definitely not what I expected, but that's a good thing.

So The Gifted stars Stephen Moyer, Amy Acker and Jamie Chung.

Here is the synopsis for this episode:

Set in the “X-Men” universe, family adventure series THE GIFTED tells the emotional story of a suburban couple whose ordinary lives are rocked by the sudden discovery that their teenage children possess mutant powers. Forced to go on the run from a hostile government, the family seeks help from an underground network of mutants and must fight to survive.

Review:

This episode was brilliant. I like the way the whole story is set in an alternate timeline where the Xmen disappear and the humans take back control and start rounding up the Mutants, especially if they used their powers.

So we meet Reed Strucker (Stephen Moyer) who is a District attorney, he has dealt with Mutant cases in the past and is in the middle of a case when he discovers that both his children are mutants.

Of course as these cases go, The Sentinal Services try to take the kids away but they manage to escape.

Things don't really go to plan but with the help of an underground Mutant organisation they manage to escape, but Reed get taken away. 

The episode was quick paced but it was very good and didn't lack on the details of two hormonal teenagers and that if they didn't get the children away, no one knows what would happen.

I look forward to seeing where this story will progress next.

Till next time

Emz x

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Movie Review: American Assasin [Emz]

So I recently saw this at the cinema. I didn't realize it was an 18 until the movie began, but that didn't matter. The film stars Dylan O'Brien, Michael Keaton & Taylor Kitch, to name but a few.

Dylan O'Brien is best known.. well to me anyway in The Maze Runner series. He has also been starring in Teen Wolf.

Here is the synopsis of the story:

When Cold War veteran Stan Hurley takes CIA black ops recruit Mitch Rapp under his wing, they receive an assignment to investigate a wave of random attacks on both military and civilian targets. After discovering a pattern of violence, Hurley and Rapp join forces with a lethal Turkish agent to stop a mysterious operative who wants to start a global war.

Review:

Even though the beginning was very brutal, I enjoyed this film. 

Just to make it clear I saw this film last Wednesday (27th September) before the attacks in Las Vegas and my heart goes out to everyone affected.

So in this film,  Dylan O'Brien's character of Mitch is trying to take down a Terrorist cell single-handedly after his fiance was murdered by them whilst they were on Holiday. 

He gets recruited by the CIA for Black Ops and i is trained by Michael Keaton's character Hurley, of course he is a loose cannon right from the beginning but he completes his training.

Turns out there is more to Hurley than meets the eye as the mastermind behind the mission they are training for is a previous recruit trained by Hurley (Taylor Kitch) 

The fact that Mitch kept doing his own thing instead of completely following orders made this movie much more interesting. Of course he was still trying to complete the mission, just finding a different way of doing so.

I enjoyed the film and the way it ended, but hopefully there wont be a sequel as some films should just stand on there own.

Till next time

Emz x

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Movie Review: Kingsman: The Golden Circle [Emz]

So I went to see this film at the weekend. This is the sequel to Kingsman: The Secret Service.

This film Stars: Taron Egerton, Colin Firth, Jullianne Moore, Channing Tatum, Halle Berry, Mark Strong and Jeff Bridges

Here is the story Synopsis:

With their headquarters destroyed and the world held hostage, members of Kingsman find new allies when they discover a spy organization in the United States known as Statesman. In an adventure that tests their strength and wits, the elite secret agents from both sides of the pond band together to battle a ruthless enemy and save the day, something that's becoming a bit of a habit for Eggsy.

Review:

I really enjoyed this film, there were certain parts which were a bit unexpected for the lack of a better word. I liked the way we meet Statesman but we were also reintroduced to old characters, whether they be good or bad.

There were a few sad moments in the film, which came as a surprise. I was slightly disappointed that a certain character was killed off and that Channing Tatum's Character didn't have an awful lot of screen-time although he had more screen-time than action-time. I did like the way all the Statesman were named after alcoholic drinks (Tequlia, Whiskey, Ginger Ale) like the way the Kingsman are named after King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table (Galahad, Lancelot, Merlin)

I also enjoyed the completely bonkers scenes from Elton John.

I really feel like watching the first one again now.

Till next time

Emz x

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What i'm currently Watching #1 [Emz]

I have a few shows that I am currently watching. I'll give you a quick rundown so you know what other reviews i'll be writing in the near future.

1. Daredevil - Season 2 

Now I had been trying to complete season 1 for a long time and have only just managed to finish. Not because I didn't like the show, just life got in the way and then I ended up watching other shows, including Jessica Jones.

The best thing about this being a Netflix original is that the series is not going anywhere so you can take your time.

I am almost at the end of the first episode where we are introduced to a new villain.

Once i have finished this season I will review it.

2. Strike: The Cuckoo's Calling

So this is a brand new series on BBC One in the UK. It follows a private investigator being hired to look into the death of a model who fell off a Balcony.

The twists in the episodes are enough to keep you hooked. Monday night's cliffhanger was one that you saw coming but left you wanting answers straight away.

I will be reviewing this after next Sunday's episode.

3. Designated Survivor - Season 1

This show is kind of a post apocalyptic type of show.  The twists and turns throughout the series have really kept me hooked. i am currently on episode 10 but as the series is exclusive to Netflix in the UK I am able to take my time with the series. Definately worth a watch if you have seen films like Olympus has Fallen... and the other two like it.

Once I have completed this series, which I hope is before the end of the year, I will review

What are you currently watching? Anything to recommend?

Till next time

Emz x

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Movie Review:The Hitman's Bodyguard [Emz]

I finally got to see this film on Saturday and really enjoyed it.

The film stars Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L Jackson.

Here is the premise:

The world's top protection agent is called upon to guard the life of his mortal enemy, one of the world's most notorious hit men. The relentless bodyguard and manipulative assassin have been on the opposite end of the bullet for years and are thrown together for a wildly outrageous 24 hours. During their journey from England to the Hague, they encounter high-speed car chases, outlandish boat escapades and a merciless Eastern European dictator who is out for blood.

Review:

To be honest I needed a good laugh along with the action and that is what I got. Reynold's character is a Protection Agent who after the death of a Client loses his top ranking status. 

Following this a Hitman (Jackson) is being taken to Brussles to the Hague to give evidence in a case against an evil European Dictator. 

Reynold's Character ends up protecting him after an Interpol Agent discovers a leak within the agency.

So they end up travelling from the UK to Brussels via The Netherlands and they are being pursued every step of the way.

The funny thing I found was, after just finishing watching Marvel's The Defenders, who should pop up in this film but the Actress who played Elektra, Élodie Yung.

The film also starred Gary Oldman as Vladislav Dukhovich, a merciless dictator of Belarus, Salma Hayek as Sonia Kincaid and Richard E. Grant as Seifert.

I would recommend this film as the cast are brilliant and all the funny bits link in to the action also. By the end of it I was no longer picturing Deadpool and Nick Fury.

Hope you enjoyed the review.

If you have seen this film, let me know what you thought.

Till next time

Emz x

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What I'm Excited For - TV Edition #2 [Emz]

So Netflix have indulged us with 2 Marvel series so far this year, but there is one more to come.

Next up is the Series that almost never existed, The Punisher.

Frank Castle AKA The Punisher appeared in Season 2 of Daredevil, so this series is a Spin-Off.

Here is the Premise:

Frank Castle is haunted and hunted after the murder of his family and becomes a vigilante known in the criminal underworld as "the Punisher", who aims to fight crime by any means necessary.

This series sounds really good and has a bit of a different theme than Daredevil.

We have Deborah Ann Woll reprising her role as Karen Page from Daredevil. But we also have some new characters.

One of which i'm intrigued by is Billy Russo. This character is portrayed by Ben Barnes. He has appeared in quite a few films and TV series but is know for playing price Caspian in the Narnia movie series.

The Series does not yet have an air date but is rumoured to be airing in November 2017, so with new series and movies airing on Fridays i'm going to guess at 17th November.

I guessed this due to Iron Fist airing on the 17th March 2017 and The Defenders airing on the 18th August 2017.

The series will have 13 episodes.

Till next time

Emz x

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DVD Reviews: DC's Legends Of Tomorrow - Season 2 [Emz]

First of all apologies for my absence. It was my birthday on the 17th and then I went away for the weekend.

Anyway, before I left I started watching DC's Legends of Tomorrow Season 2. Now i've been waiting a along time to watch this season after finishing the last one.

In case you haven't seen it *SPOILERS!*

Here is a quick summary of the two seasons:

Time Master Rip Hunter goes rogue after Vandal Savage murders Hunter's family. Intending to stop Savage, Hunter recruits a team consisting of Ray Palmer / The Atom, Sara Lance / White Canary, Martin Stein and Jefferson "Jax" Jackson, who together become the hero Firestorm, Kendra Saunders / Hawkgirl, Carter Hall / Hawkman, Leonard Snart / Captain Cold, and Mick Rory / Heat Wave. They discover that the Time Masters are backing Savage in his domination of the world in 2166 to facilitate a successful repulsion of a Thanagarian invasion. Due to Snart's sacrifice, the Time Masters are destroyed.
In season two, with the Time Masters defeated, the team are left to guard the timeline themselves, and learn to cope in Rip's absence after he disappears. However, they are continually plagued by the Legion of Doom, a time-travelling supervillain team led by Reverse Flash (Eobard Thawne), who has recruited past versions of Damien Darhk, Malcolm Merlyn, and Leonard Snart to help him find the Spear of Destiny of Biblical fame, with which they can rewrite their fates. The team is joined by new members Amaya Jiwe / Vixen, an African superhero from 1940s superhero team the Justice Society of America, and Nate Heywood / Steel, a modern-day historian with the power to become solid metal.

Now i've not watched the complete season yet but I will review what I can.

Review:

Now at the end of the last series we lost Snart and said goodbye to Hawkman and Hawkgirl as they decided to stay behind where they were and not to continue travelling.

So, at the beginning of Season 2 they are already down 3 members. The first episode begins with a link up between a new character called Nate Heywood and Arrow's Green Arrow (Oliver Queen) to go hunting for the Legends as they seem to be in trouble.

Now due to Arthur Darvill filming Broadchurch, Rip Hunter is not in this series at the beginning having disappeared after kicking everyone off the ship.

This was a really strong and interesting opening to the second season, the remaining legends eventually regroup and they end up with new recruits.

Now I actually like the 2 new arrivals to the team Nate Heywood becoming Steel and Amaya, the Vixen joining the team from the 1940's

There are a few dealing with racism during this season which helps Jefferson' (Firestorm) character to grow more.  

Since we lost Snart (Captain Cold) in Season 1 it has been nice to see how Mick Rory's (Heat Wave) characters has progressed and bonded with the team, although I think he a a slight dislike for Ray.

I look forward to watch the team up with Arrow, Flash and Supergirl laster in the Season.

Following that bring on Season 3.

So far i give the Season: 8 out of 10 as I haven't watched it all yet.

Till next time

Emz

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What i'm excited for - Movie edition #1 [Emz]

I though as I has posted about what i'm currently looking forward to on TV i'd post about movies also.

Now this film looks so funny. As it says above it is called The Hitman's Bodyguard.

The film features Ryan Reynolds as the Bodyguard and Samuel L. Jackson as the Hitman. Although when I see this I just picture Deadpool and Nick Fury (Marvel Reference haha) 

The film also stars Gary Oldman, Salma Hayek and Richard E. Grant. 

In the trailer it clearly shows that Samuel L. Jackson's character is not keen at call on having a Bodyguard, probably as he is a Hitman and he usually works for other people not the other way around.

Here is the Synopsis:

A special protection agent (Ryan Reynolds) is tasked with guarding the life of his mortal enemy, who is one of the world's most notorious hitmen (Samuel L. Jackson), and taking him from the United Kingdom to the International Court of Justice. On their way, they are on high-speed car chases and boat escapes as deadly assassins are pursuing them and they are forced to work together in order to defeat a ruthless, powerful and bloodthirsty Eastern European dictator (Gary Oldman).

Ok... so that explains a lot.

Anyway I am super excited to see this next weekend (26th August) for my birthday.

Fingers crossed it's as funny as it looks.

It is released on the 18th August.

Let me know if you watch it and let me know what you think.

Till next time

Emz x

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Top 10 Upcoming Disney Films I'm Looking Forward To [Emz]

There are a lot of movies by Disney that are going to be released over the next few years and below are the one's i'm really looking forward to. This includes Marvel Movies.

Some may lap over from my previous post about movies before the end of 2017.

1.Thor: Ragnarok

Release Date: 27th October 2017 (UK)

So this is the third and possibly final Thor film. 

It takes place before Avengers: Infinity War.  It looks really good but there appear to be funny moments included. 

I also remember reading that Doctor Strange will have a Cameo in this film. Obviously we know that Bruce Banner/ Hulk will be in the film as well.

Obviously he will be without the famous hairstyle and weapons and with Cate Blanchett as the Villian this will be one interesting film.

2.Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Release Date: 15th December 2017

So we have had to wait 2 years for the follow-up to The Force Awakens, i'm sure it will be worth the wait.

The only sad thing is that Carrie Fisher will not appear in the follow-up to this film after her sad death last year

After watching Teaser Trailer for this I have been slowly getting more and more excited.

Roll on Christmas time.

3. Black Panther

Release Date: 16th February 2018

So From what i've seen and heard, this film will be really good. It has a few names in it that a recognise Such as Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o and Forest Whittaker.

I'm hoping for good things after the stint he had in Captain America: Civil War.

4.  A Wrinkle in Time

Release Date: 9th March 2018

So I don't know an awful lot about this film, but I know it has an all-star cast. From Oprah Winfrey to Reese Witherspoon. It also stars Chris Pine and Mindy Kaling.

This is the Premise:

After learning that her astrophysicist father is being held captive on a planet that houses all the evil in the universe, Meg Murray works with her brother Charles Wallace, her classmate Calvin O'Keefe and three astral travelers to save him.

5. Avengers: Infinity War

Release Date: 27th April 2018

This film is one that I am so looking forward to. I remember watching the first Avengers Film and thinking it was brilliant. I am more than ready for this one.

Here is the Premise: 

Four years after the events of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, the Avengers, torn apart after the events of Captain America: Civil War, join forces with the Guardians of the Galaxy to battle Thanos, who is trying to amass the Infinity Stones for a gauntlet that will allow him to inflict his will on all reality.

6. Star Wars: Han Solo 

Release Date: 25th May 2018

There isn't alot known about this film yet. The title is self-explanatory so, we know who it is about though.

It has quite a few well-known names in this film: Emilia Clarke, Donald Glover, Woody Harrleson and Thandi Newton.

Here is the Premise:

Themed as a space Western, the film is centered on a young Han Solo, the roguish smuggler who later meets Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker in the Mos Eisley Cantina in Star Wars (1977), and his adventures with his Wookiee partner Chewbacca, including their encounter with Lando Calrissian.

7. The Incredibles 2

Release Date: 15th June 2018

So I can't even remember how long it's been since the first one was released, but I seriously cannot wait for this film! Ok so I just looked it up and it is about 14 years (2004).

This film is supposed to carry on from the last one. I'll have to make sure I've watched the first one again before I go and see it.

Here is the synopsis on the movie:

The Incredibles 2 follows the adventures of the Parrs, a family of Supers (humans with super abilities). The Parrs include the father, Bob, also known as Mr. Incredible who possesses super strength, Helen, his wife also known as Elastigirl for the ability to stretch her body, and their children Violet, who can become invisible and project force fields, Dash, who possesses super speed, and Jack-Jack, their infant who can transform into a number of forms. The sequel will start "a minute" after the end of the first film, according to Pixar's chief creative officer John Lasseter, where the Parrs are just about to face the Underminer.

8. Ant-Man & The Wasp

Release Date: 6th July 2018

After watching the first film, I am really looking forward to how this film goes. With Michelle Pfeiffer joining the cast as Janet Van Dyne. This should be one brilliant film.

Here is the Premise:

Set after the events of Captain America: Civil War, Scott Lang tries to balance his home life as a father with his responsibilities as Ant-Man, when Hope van Dyne and Hank Pym present him with a new mission, requiring him to team up with van Dyne as the Wasp.

9. Captain Marvel

Release Date: 8th March 2019 (UK)

There is no current Plot for this film but hey it's got to be good it's Marvel's first Female Superhero movie. I'm a little bummed that we have to wait till 2019 but hopefully it will be worth the wait.

We know that Brie Larson was cast in the main role and that it is rumoured to be set in the 1990's.

10. Mulan

Release Date: 20th December 2019

 I don't know alot about the live action version of this film. But I hope it is brilliant as I love Mulan. It is one of my favourite Disney films.

Here is a very basic summary of what the movie is about

A young Chinese maiden disguises herself as a warrior in order to save her father.

I sadly couldn't post them all but these are my current 10.

Are there any I haven't put down that you are looking forward to by Disney?

Emz x

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What i'm excited for - TV edition #1 [Emz]

So I thought I would post what i'm excited for on TV.

I am super excited for the upcoming TV show for Netflix, The Defenders.

Basically it's all 4 of the Netflix Marvel heroes coming together for a TV show.

So we have Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist, all together in one show

To top it off the Villain will be portrayed by Sigourney Weaver.

The Premise for the series is as follows:

Set a few months after the events of the second season of Daredevil, and a month after the events of the first season of Iron Fist, the vigilantes Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist team up in New York City to fight a common enemy: The Hand.

The Hand is the enemy we come to know about in Iron Fist, which I am enjoying watching. 

I admit to the fact that I haven't watched all 4 series all the way through. I'm almost at the end of Daredevil Season 1, I've watched all of Jessica Jones so far, I couldn't get into Luke Cage and I am working my way through Iron Fist.

The Series is released onto Netflix everywhere on the 18th August.

The Series will consist of 8 episodes.

If you have watched any of the Marvel Netflix shows i have mentioned, let me know what you think in the comments, which one was your favourite? So far mine would have to be Jessica Jones.

Till next time

Emz x

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