TV Sundays

Criminal Minds and Girls.

Every Sunday I'm going to do a post about one of my favourite TV shows; past or present so look out over the next few weeks for reviews on Grey's Anatomy, Blue Bloods, The Following and more.

Criminal Minds is a show that I have became obsessed with recently and watching episodes from various seasons has convinced me enough to buy the entire boxset on DVD. This show has everything: entertaining and intriguing characters, suspenseful storylines and interesting insight it how serious criminals operate. I've never been a huge CSI fan - the only one I watch occasionally is CSI:NY - but I do love a good crime/police show. This definitely pushes all the right buttons, and you should definitely give it a watch. More than anything, you might learn exactly how to deal with a serial killer waltzing through your door.

RATING: *****

Girls is one of the best comedies I have seen in a while. These are the kind of situations more realistic in a womens' life than Carrie and her 'I can't pay my rent but look at my new louboutins'. Hannah, the main character is like marmite; you either sympathise with her or think 'jesus christ, you are so self-obsessed'. Her friends, Marnie, Jessa and Shoshanna provide great comedy and are exactly the kind of friends you want in life. The guys are intriguing but at the same time a little crazy - they really how to pick 'em. It's onto season 2 now, which I will admit hasn't been as good as the first season; with the exception of episode three which is without a doubt the funniest episode of any comedy I have seen in years. If you're going to give it a watch season two is currently airing on sky atlantic, but I recommend watching season one first.

RATING: ****

A Good Day To Die Hard

***
I saw AGDtDH earlier this week and whilst I've never paid much attention to this franchise before, I did think the trailer for the 5th instalment looked pretty good. I wouldn't say that Die Hard 5 is disappointing; it has some great action scenes that really show off how amazing effects can be these days, and some good comedy moments. Bruce Willis is totally at home playing John McClane and comes out with some funny one liners. I must admit I don't remember seeing Jai Courtney before, but he puts in a good shift as the junior McClane. However, if you're looking for intelligent and riveting action, this won't be your cup of tea. Overall, I did enjoy the film but I wouldn't bother buying the DVD in the future.

Highlight: A couple breathtaking action scenes that are totally unbelievable but still incredible to watch.
Lowlight: Holes in the plot, as I said, it is not an intelligent action film.

Warm Bodies.

*** 1/2
I saw Warm Bodies this week and I have to say it was better than expected. Being single, I preferred it to the usual Valentines romantic movies that we have seen year after year. Yes, Warm Bodies is about a young romance; but the zombies, creepy skeletons and John Malkovich make this l very different from the usual rom coms! The film revolves around R, a zombie who appears to have a lot of feelings, and Julie, a human who he keeps safe after saving her from an attack. Nicholas Hoult who plays R, is brilliant as the love struck zombie and Teresa Palmer -Julie- reminds me of a happier Kirsten Stewart. Analeigh Tipton (Crazy Stupid Love) also gives a hilarious performance as Julie's friend, Nora. The real star of the movie however, is the soundtrack: M83, Guns N' Roses and Bruce Springsteen to name a few play during the film and really set the tone. Overall the film has enough laughs to be a comedy but the ending also has an important message about life and not forgetting to appreciate it.

Highlight: The Soundtrack
Lowlight: Dave Franco is in it for less than ten minutes, I would have appreciated seeing more of his beautiful face...