Your Highness
Directed by: David Gordon Green
Written by: Danny McBride, Ben Best
Length: 1 hr 42 min
Rated: R
Cast: Danny R. McBride, James Franco, Natalie Portman
Synopsis:
Throughout history, tales of chivalry have burnished the legends of brave, handsome knights who rescue fair damsels, slay dragons and conquer evil. But behind many a hero is a good-for-nothing younger brother trying just to stay out of the way of those dragons, evil and trouble in general. Danny McBride and James Franco team up for an epic comedy adventure set in a fantastical world--Your Highness. As two princes on a daring mission to save their land, they must rescue the heir apparent's fiancée before their kingdom is destroyed. Thadeous (McBride) has spent his life watching his perfect older brother Fabious (Franco) embark upon valiant journeys and win the hearts of his people. Tired of being passed over for adventure, adoration and the throne, he's settled for a life of wizard's weed, hard booze and easy maidens. But when Fabious' bride-to-be, Belladonna (Zooey Deschanel), gets kidnapped by the evil wizard Leezar (Justin Theroux), the king gives his deadbeat son an ultimatum: Man up and help rescue her or get cut off. Half-assedly embarking upon his first quest, Thadeous joins Fabious to trek across the perilous outlands and free the princess. Joined by Isabel (Natalie Portman)--an elusive warrior with a dangerous agenda of her own--the brothers must vanquish horrific creatures and traitorous knights before they can reach Belladonna. If Thadeous can find his inner hero, he can help his brother prevent the destruction of his land. Stay a slacker, and not only does he die a coward, he gets front row seats to the dawn of an all-new Dark Ages.
Wow that is one long synopsis. Your Highness looks to be your standard stoner-movie. You shouldn't expect any substantive content in this movie. What you should expect is a lot of poop and wiener jokes. As well as Natalie Portman kicking ass in a bikini, which I should clarify is definitely not a bad thing. If you are of the age of 18-29 and you and your friends have nothing better to do this weekend, go see Your Highness, it should be worth a few good laughs.
Arthur
Directed by: Jason Winer
Written by: Peter Baynham, Steve Gordon
Length: 1 hr 50 min
Rated: PG-13
Cast: Russell Brand, Helen Mirren, Greta Gerwig, Jennifer Garner
Synopsis:
In this fresh new look at a classic story, Russell Brand reinvents the role of loveable billionaire Arthur Bach, an irresponsible charmer who has always relied on two things to get by: his limitless fortune and the good sense of his lifelong nanny and best friend Hobson (Helen Mirren), to keep him out of trouble. Kind-hearted, fun-loving, and utterly without purpose, Arthur spends every day in the heedless pursuit of amusement. But when his unpredictable public image threatens the staid reputation of the family foundation, Bach Worldwide, he is given an ultimatum: marry the beautiful but decidedly unlovable Susan Johnson (Jennifer Garner), an ambitious corporate exec who can keep him in line, or say goodbye to his billion-dollar inheritance and the only way of life he knows. It's a deal Arthur would be inclined to take...if he hadn't just fallen for Naomi (Greta Gerwig), a New York City tour guide who shares his idealism and spontaneity. The independent Naomi sees Arthur not only for who he is, but for who he could be, and finally gives him a reason to take charge of his own life. All he needs to do is stand up for what he wants. But at what cost? With some unconventional help from Hobson--the one person who always believed he could do anything--Arthur will take the most expensive risk of his life and learn what it means to become a man.
Man what is up with the long synopese this week? The first word that came to mind when I saw the trailer to this movie was, 'ugh'. I can only handle Russell Brand in ten minute intervals, any longer than that and I start to lose my mind. Good luck to anyone who decides to go see this movie.
Hanna
Directed by: Joe Wright
Written by: Seth Lochhead, David Farr, Seth Lochhead
Length: 1 hr 51 min
Rated: PG-13
Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Eric Bana, Olivia Williams, Jason Flemyng
Synposis:
A teenage girl goes out into the world for the first time - and has to battle for her life. Director Joe Wright weaves elements of dark fairy tales into the adventure thriller Hanna, filmed on location in Europe and Morocco. Hanna (played by Academy Award nominee Saoirse Ronan of Atonement, also directed by Joe Wright) is 16 years old. She is bright, inquisitive, and a devoted daughter. Uniquely, she has the strength, the stamina, and the smarts of a soldier; these come from being raised by her widowed father Erik (Eric Bana), an ex-CIA man, in the wilds of North Finland. Erik has taught Hanna to hunt, put her through extreme self-defense workouts, and home-schooled her with only an encyclopedia and a book of fairy tales. Hanna has been living a life unlike any other teenager; her upbringing and training have been one and the same, all geared to making her the perfect assassin. But out in the world there is unfinished business for Hanna's family, and it is with a combination of pride and apprehension that Erik realizes his daughter can no longer be held back
I have to say that I am rather excited about seeing Hanna. Thematically, it reminds me of a strange blend of Leon and The Bourne Trilogy. Early reviews are extremely positive, this will be the next movie I go see in theaters.
Conclusion:
Out of the three major release movies, which one should you go see? Clearly, my money is behind Hanna. You can't go wrong with a solid action thriller like this. While I think Your Highness will be worth a few laughs, it isn't worth the price of admission. Check this one out when it comes to Netflix. As far as Arthur goes, don't waste your time or money on this one.
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