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24 FILM The Stag | 6 th March 2012 film@thestagsurrey.co.uk Film Review: One for the Money (2012) By Tiffany Tucker, Film Editor Released on 24 th February, One for the Money stars Katherine Heigl who plays the initially unemployed and freshly divorced Stephanie Plum. This action-comedy is excellent if you’re looking for a film that is lighthearted but full of laughs. One for the Money is a film adaptation of Janet Evanivich’s novel, and brings to life the vibrant hilarity which holds true to the book. Plum is in desperate need for cash and lands a job at her cousin’s bail bonding business, otherwise known as a bounty hunter. It is important to note the similarities the film has to The Bounty Hunter. The back and forth attacks between Heigl and the handsome Jason O’Mara, and the obvious sexual tension between their two characters, meant that the ending resulting in a romance was inevitable. Not quite a chick-flick, yet it possesses enough female empowerment to shout girl power! Overall, One for the Money is certainly entertaining, if a little predictable. Review: Bad Teacher (2011) By Tiffany Tucker, Film Editor Bad Teacher was released last year, and I have been meaning to watch it for a very long while. I settled down to expect a fairly mediocre flick and was actually pleasantly surprised. Cameron Diaz is rude, quirky and her ‘I don’t give a damn’ attitude is authentic and convincing which was, in my opinion, what made the film successful. There was something very refreshing about the main character playing the villain: time after time with films we’re all presented with the classic loveable and generic lead who fails to excite or amaze us in any way. Diaz, on the other hand, is ruthless, and takes what she can get by any means possible! The story follows Elizabeth Halsey (Diaz) who is dumped by her wealthy fiancé and reluctantly returns to the middle-school in which she teaches (well, I’m not sure if ‘teaches’ is the word). Halsey is anything but concerned about providing her students with an enriched education, and would rather show films and sleep in class. However, with the arrival of none other than Justin Timberlake, she begins to act as if she loves her job in order to impress him. She is also desperate for a boob-job, and when she discovers that there is big money to be made by being a good teacher she switches gears, proving that she is a teacher for a reason. Halsey is a marijuanasmoking thief, but despite all of these things I came to admire her complete disregard for society. Her unconventional method of teaching is oddly effective and, in the end, she proves herself to be the opposite of the film title. If you haven’t already watched this film, I would definitely give it a chance: it won’t change your life, but it is laugh-out-loud funny at times and not as predictable as first expected. Review: The Room (2003) By Caroline James, Film Team If you’re a Film Studies student, a cult movie lover, or have friends who fall into one of those categories, then it’s possible that you’ve heard of The Room (2003), dubbed by critics as “the Citizen Kane of bad movies.” The central plot is a typical melodramatic love triangle between philanthropist banker Johnny (Tommy Wiseau), his fiancée Lisa (Juliette Danielle) and his conflicted best friend Mark (Greg Sestero). However, a significant amount of the film’s running time is also dedicated to a series of unrelated subplots involving the friends of the main characters. For example, Denny, a weedy college student whom Johnny financially supports, and Lisa’s friend Michelle, who is seen in one scene sneaking into Johnny and Lisa’s apartment to have sex with her boyfriend. At this point you’re probably wondering why some people enjoy watching this film. The reason? Because although it was originally only shown in a limited number of Californian cinemas, the film quickly developed a cult following as fans found humour in the film’s various technical and narrative flaws. For instance, there is one scene in which Lisa and Denny inexplicably crouch down and talk on the floor with the sofas only a few feet away. Furthermore, at midnight screenings of the film, audience members cry out ‘Spoons!’ and start throwing plastic spoons towards the screen whenever the unexplained framed photo of a spoon is visible in Lisa and Johnny’s living room. Most importantly though, the highlight of this film is the performance given by Tommy Wiseau (who also wrote, directed and produced the film). His indistinguishable accent, his terrible annunciation and the way he wanders through the film and its dialogue as if in an intoxicated haze, make his performance so enjoyably bad, that in some ways it’s iconic. Therefore, if I’ve left you unconvinced about the wonders of The Room, then I suggest looking up the theatrical trailer, or even looking at the Nostalgia Critic (thatguywiththeglasses.com) review if you have time. Though if I’ve somehow successfully encouraged you to witness this rather unique masterpiece, then I strongly suggest looking out for its screenings in London’s Prince Charles Cinema – the ultimate cinema for cult movie lovers. Who knows, you might just be lucky enough to see Tommy Wiseau and Greg Sistero give a Q&A session at the start!
Film Editor: Tiffany Tucker | Copy Editor: Candice Ritchie The Stag | 6 th March 2012 FILM 25 Review: The Vow (2012) “Life’s all about moments, of impact, and how they change our lives forever. But what if one day you could no longer remember any of them?” By Candice Ritchie, Film Team Broad shoulders, bulging biceps, defined torso, cheesy grin and allround stunning exterior: I can only be describing one man – Channing Tatum. Combine that with the most beautiful woman in Hollywood – Rachel McAdams – and the perfect line–up just became reality. Paige (McAdams) and Leo (Tatum) are newly married, when a car accident places Paige in a coma. Waking up with severe memory loss, Paige fails to remember who Leo is, and the race to win her heart again begins. At first, The Vow seems to convey vast similarities to 50 First Dates, which surrounds the notion of a rekindled daily love following a bout of amnesia. However, as the film progresses, the distinctions between the two are clearly defined and Leo’s strive for his wife’s love is more than simply re–enacting day–to– day tasks. Leo stops at nothing: from returning her to the car–park which they first met, introducing her to their favourite café, and attempting to reunite her passion for sculpture, he is determined not to let this ‘once-ina-lifetime love’ pass him by. However, when her memory seems like it will never come back, Leo is faced with the ultimate decision of a man in love: to keep fighting or to walk away? Channing Tatum displays the struggle of Leo’s character perfectly, and we are drawn in to both sympathise with him, and truly feel his heartbreak. The audience is left hoping for their rekindle just as much as Leo himself. The Vow is a wonderful, heartwrenching story, which proves that we should make every day count. A simply stunning film, and the most emotional since My Sister’s Keeper – I challenge you not to cry. Nonetheless, with leading roles from stars known for two of the most romantic films of the last decade (McAdams in The Notebook and Tatum in Dear John) The Vow was set for success from the very beginning. If you’re taking a trip to the cinema anytime soon, make this your film! Sam VP Education - Ensure high standards in learning and teaching - Provide training and support to the academic reps - Negotiate with senior university staff on educational matters Contact me about: Problems with your course or problems with the library DAVE VP Welfare - Run campaigns to benefit student welfare - Ensure high standards in University services - Support individual students with welfare needs Contact me about: Accommodation, safety & security, anything that could be improved about University life! Osama President - Oversee all Union activities - Negotiate with University senior management - Plan the future direction of the Union Jake VP Societies & Individual Development - Assist and encourage Societies to develop - Provide Training and Volunteering opportunities - Represent students on Union Activities Contact me about: Joining a society or starting a new society and iFestival Trung VP Sports & Recreation - Oversee sports clubs - Negotiate with the Sports Park on behalf of students - Develop the future of Surrey sport Contact me about: Joining a sports team, starting a new sports team, feedback on the sports park.
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