THE BOOK OF LIFE - Have a taste of Mexican culture !

THE BOOK OF LIFE

It's the story of three childhood friends - Manolo, Maria, & Joaquin, who grew up together in Mexico. When they grew up, they had to go their separate ways. One had to pursue her studies; the other two had to find their true calling. 

This could easily pass as one of the top animated features of the year. Colorful, vibrant, magical ! Director Jorge Gutiérrez and Producer  Guillermo Del Toro  bring to us a taste of Mexican folklore through the festivities of Dia de los Muertos (day of the Dead). The animation is unconventional as they make use of hand-painted figurines made of wood. While the story is about family, courage, and love. 

 

Featuring the voices of Diego Luna as Manolo, Zoe Saldana as Maria, and Channing Tatum as Joaquin. Kids and grown-ups will love this ! 

GONE GIRL - Powerful, Shocking !

GONE GIRL

On the day of his fifth wedding anniversary,  Nick finds his beautiful wife, Amy, has gone missing. As police continue investigating, causing a media circus; Nick seems to be more and more guilty. Now everyone is asking : Did Nick kill his wife Amy ?

I haven't read the book so when I came into the theater, I knew nothing about the story - which is a good thing. It kept me glued to the screen thinking should I believe in Nick or listen to Amy ? 

The movie, which is based on the best-selling novel by Gillian Flynn is totally engaging. Brilliantly adapted onscreen by Master Director David Fincher (who gave us Se7en, Zodiac, The Social Network ). Ben Affleck delivers one of his best performances as Nick. While Rosamund Pike in a career-changing role owns the show.  She is just amazing ! Catch it in cinemas if you still can !