Movie Review: Insurgent

Warning: This might have spoilers

 Yesterday I went with some friends to the mall to watch Insurgent, we were all exited bacause most of us had read the series and loved it . I was hesitant to watch the movie, because I saw the trailer and there was this mysterious box that only a divergent could open and that wasn't even in the book, but of course I was going, it is a book to movie adaptation of a book I have read and loved.

 I watched it in 3D and the quality was perfection, it look like it wasn't even real. Tris hair was awesome, I love how they cut it short just like Tris from the books. Caleb was just as annoying in the movie as in the book (no ofense to people who like him), but Peter was amazing just like in the scene of the book that he saves Tris. Four what can we say, it was Four.

 The only thing that bugged me was the box. Like where did that box come from? Not from the book that is for sure. It didn't ruined the book, in the end everything came together just like in book. I know that book to movie adaptations aren't that accurate, they will always take something out or mix the order of things, but what is the need of adding something that the author did not even write about. Stick with the book people, stick with the book! It is a premade script.

 I think I could point out more imperfections, but I am not going to, because 1- I don't want to be that fan that hates all book to movie adaptations and 2- I really don't remmember much details from the book because I read it 2 years ago. And that is probably why my friends did not like the movie, because they have read the book too recently and they were restless, just looking for flaws in the film.

 I can't say hated it, like my friends said, because I loved it. Of course there were all those imperfections, but regardless of that I still appreciated the movie. The actors and the special effects were amazing, the sound track was stupendous. And it is a movie, not a 100% faithfull one to the book, but it went a lot of work and effort of a lot of people in it, and I think that should be appreciated.

I am not going to say anything more, because I don't want to spoil anybody or influence someones's opion towards the movie. Hope you all are having great weekend.

Ana

My February Netflix Picks

I had a busy month, but of course I found time to watch netflix. I love browsing netflix and looking for some interesting movies and tv shows, sometimes I spend hours just searching for something instead of watching something. These are the tv shows/movies that I really liked this past month and I hope that this post helps someone who is looking for new movies to watch.

1. Bates Motel

I was looking for a new Tv show to watch and stumble upon this one. I didn't thought it was going to be good, but it amazed me. I had never seen something like it, it was just so interesting and mysterious. And the show debates a serious topic that is human trafficking, a very efficient way to get people self aware of this "in the shadows" crime that is not that shown in the media. I have to say that it might not be everybody's cup of tea, but give it a try if you are looking for a new show. 

There is the first season on netflix.

  

    2. What If

Gosh this is such an adorable movie. I think Daniel Radcliffe made it 10X more lovable, but all of the actors were great in this movie, they all had such chemesty. I would say that this movie is a romantic comedie, but I don't want to categorize it in any way, but if you are in the mood for a light/adorable/funny movie this is the one for you.

A lot of people don't know this movie, because it's in the independent movies category on netflix, I really recommend you checking out that category bacause of it's unique and never seen movies. I absolutely love watching independent movies, kind of a personal preference.

     3. Sweet Home Alabama

Who doesn't love Reese Witherspoon. I was looking for some of her movies and found this one, it's kind of and old movie, but a good one. I think it is kind of a romantic comedy movie, and well I love this types of films. Of course, it's not one of her best movies, but if enjoy her movies and you are in the mood for a light film, I recommend it.

    4.   The silence of the lambs

So many mixed feelings about this movie. I liked it, I really did, but I feel that there is a lot more behind the story than it was shown . It is an old movie, 1992. I really enjoyed watching it, although it kind of creeped me out in some scenes. If you like CSI, police/investigative movies, you will absolutely like this movie.

     

    5.  Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters

I was really in the mood for a witch type of movie, but I was looking for a new released one and found Hansel and Gretel. I love fairy-tales-retolds and this was an awesome twist on the typical hansel and gretel story. It is just full of action and great bad-ass characters.

Feel free to express your opinions on any of this movies/tv show or if you have any netflix recommendations be my guest and comment down below.

Have an awesome weekend.

Ana

Book/Movie Review: If I Stay

 I picked up the book on a black friday sale last year, but I only got to read it this summer (January). It was a quick summer read, it has less than 200 pages, and I thought it was so good. I really liked the writing style of the author, it was like hearing the main characters voice talking and telling you her story. The flashbacks were cool, it made the book unique and fast paced. 

 I really liked the main character, Mia, she was very related full, and the plot too. The plot was something real, something that could happend to anyone, and just thinking about that during the book made me a little emotional some of the times. I am probably going to read the second book.

 I watched the movie before I read the book. I went to the theaters with no commitment to read the book, well I didn't even know that it exsisted then, and I didn't know what was the movie about, but I absolutely loved it. ( My opinion before reading the book) I thought the movie was magnificent, the actors were great all together, the family's involvement with Mia's life was something I have never seen in a movie before and I cried a lot in the movie, because you can relate with the plot and the main character, is something that could happend to anyone.

 I thought that when I finished reading the book my opinion would change about the movie, because it is hard to see a movie that is true to it's book, but this movie was very faithful. However there are some things that the movie missed like, when Mia went to summer camp and the physical appearance of the character, especially Mia's. Well, I really don't bother about physical appearance matching, but Mia described herself as ordinary because of her dark hair and eyes, and in the movie she is not like that. Well, this is my opinion about the book and movie, feel free to tell yours, if you read the book or watched the movie.

Summer Playlist ♫ Songs I'm Loving

 I adore the way music makes people feel, how it makes me feel. How it can suddenly make you feel alive and carefree, like if it was touching the soul, your own state of mind.
 This summer I am listening to a lot of different artists and genres, these are some of the ones that I am really liking at the moment. There are some brazilian artists that I would highly recommend you, even if you don't understand the lyrics, to listen to the song or just feel the beat. If you are interested in learning Portuguese, these songs are nice to start with.

Favorite Netflix TV Shows

 1- Prison Break

Michel Scofield is determined to get his brother, Lincoln Burrows, out of prison. Lincoln was convicted for a crime he didn't comit and put on Death Row. Michael robs a bank to get himself incarcerated. With an escape plan, not just in his mind but tatooed on his body, tries to free himself and his brother from the inside of Fox River State Penitentiary, and prove his brother innocence by battling an intricate political conspiracy.

This might be my favorite TV show of all time, it just so well made, it's genius!

When I read the synopsis I thought it was going to be kind of  a cliché action movie type, but I was totaly wrong. The character development is outstanding, and you will get attached to them. You will love this show if you are a huge action lover.

 2- Lie To Me 

 Dr. Cal Lightman, studies facial expression, body language and tone of voice to determine when a person is lying and why, which helps law enforcement and government agencies uncover the truth. 

I really like this show. I didn't hesitate to watch it, the plot was very interesting to me, probably because of my love for CSI. Though it has just 3 seasons, 2 seasons and a half to be more specific, because it was canceled mid season. But don't get hesitated, just because it was canceled, it does not mean that's a bad TV show.

 3- Once Upon a Time

1. This TV show tells the story of a new world, one in which fairy-tale legends and modern life collide. Emma Swan, we can say she is the main character, is comfortable in her life as a bail bonds collector when Henry, the child she gave up for adoption 10 years ago, suddenly shows up. He is convinced that she is the daughter of Snow White and Prince Charming, who sent her away before the Evil Queen could cast a spell, and that she is the only one who can break the curse that's upon Storybrooke. After taking Henry home, Emma decides to stay in the town to keep an eye on him, and she discovers he may not be wrong after all.
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I didn't think I was going to like this show, I thought that was just going to be about some cheesy fairy tail stories and romances, but is just the contrary. It has the right amount of action and romance, a show filled with adventures. And the coolest part is that you can see how your favorite fairy tail characters are in human form.

 4- The Walking Dead

It's based on a comic book series by Robert Kirkman, and the story is set in the U.S in the middle of a a zombie apocalypse. The story follows Rick Grimes, a police officer, his family and a group of survivors in search of a safe home, and in constant battle, not just with zombies, but with other survivors.

One thing that I absolutely love about the show is that each season there is always a new adventure and situations. Probably the scariest show I have ever watched. Of all of the tv shows I talked about, this is the one with the biggest character development. There are already 4 seasons completed, and season 5 is up.