LONG TIME NO SEE!-YORK

So in my last post I said I was going to be attending a short film festival in york! If you want to check that out go for it! :-) However, I was not allowed to take pictures of any of them films (obviously haha) or anything, which I thought was abit silly. However, I just want to say its so inspirational to see the ideas and creativity in some of the films and from many independant film makers. And to see the potential of what could be hitting out cinema screens in the next few years is truly inspirational. I especially enjoyed the thriller films that were shown, and you were shown a series of short films in around an hour and a half. 

We were then given the oppurtunity to do a little bit of sight-seeing round York. And it is such a beautiful place (I have included pictures for you all!) And it is just my dream place to live! Its so old-fashioned, cultural and so scenaric. I love the old antique shops and cobbled streets. Oh its just beautiful and a great venue for the ASFF (Asthetica Short Film Festival. 

This was then followed by a masterclasses at York Theatre Royal, where we joined Barry Ryan for a discussion about Warp Films, creators of pioneering British cinemas including Four Lions, This is England and Dead Man’s Shoe. This was particularly inspirational as I want to go into film writing as a career, and to hear his journey and work was amazing aswell as hearing what I could be writing about in times to come.

Well thats basically the summary of it! 
Goodbye, thankyou for reading!

A sneaky picture of the masterclass! Shh haha :-)

IM GOING TO A FILM FESTIVAL...

AESTHETICA SHORT FILM FESTIVAL. (ASFF)

On Friday 8th November, I will be attending the ASFF with my college which is taking place in York!

I feel this would be a great oppurtunity for me to gain more knowledge around film, aswell as discovering pure british talent in film!

And then to share the experience with you! :-)

The Aesthetica Short Film Festival (ASFF) is a celebration of independent film from across the world, and an outlet for championing and supporting short filmmaking. The ASFF is an established and dynamic player on the UK film festival circuit. 
The festival champions filmmaking talent from across the world, spanning all genres from Comedy to Drama; Animation to Documentary and Art to Experimental Films.

I will have the chance to experience a masterclass from one of the founders or Warp Films, one of the UK’s most successful independent production companies.
I will experience the real world industry of short film exhibition and an insight into film production and the UK film industry.

I am so so excited and will be filming majority of what I can, and will be taking many photos to share with you! 
If you are going to one of the days between 7th November-10th November, let me know and share you experience! I'd love to hear it!

THE ASFF WEBSITE!
-Check out the website!

THE 2013 PROGRAMME!

-Check out the programme!

RESULTS OF CURRENT UK BOX OFFICE.

CURRENT UK BOX OFFICE!       

                                 

1    Captain Phillips    
Weekend   Gross    Week                                     
£2.45M       £7.89M      2
2    Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 
Weekend   Gross    Week   
£2.11M       £3.66M      1
3    Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa  
Weekend   Gross    Week          
£1.94M       £1.94M      1
4    Turbo     
Weekend   Gross    Week                                                    
£1.32M       £6.2M        2
5    Ender's Game    
Weekend   Gross    Week                                      
£1.16M       £1.16M      1
6    One Chance         
Weekend   Gross    Week                                     
£718K        £718K        1
7    Escape Plan   
Weekend   Gross    Week                                         
£500K        £2M            2
8    Prisoners  
Weekend   Gross    Week                                                
£317K        £6.76M      5
9    Sunshine on Leith   
Weekend   Gross    Week                                 
£254K        £3.84M      4
10  Blue Jasmine        
Weekend   Gross    Week                                   
£213K        £4.56M      5

Here I have shared with the you, the current UK Box Office Statistics, they change often, but I have shared with you the most recent results. And thought that some of you maybe confused with what this all means. So I will briefly explain! :-)

The position of course means, what position it is in, in the Box Office. So Captain Phillips is currently top in the Box Office.
The title is of course the name of the film. See how many you can recognise and how many you've watched! :-)
The weekend column, basically means how much money the film made in thier opening weekend. In this case Captain Phillips yet again takes the top spot, by raking in £2.45M. 
The gross column, basically is how much the film has made overall. However the amount depends on how many weeks it has been in the Box Office. For example Blue Jasmine grossed £4.56M in 5 weeks, however Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 grossed £3.66M in just 1 week. It entirely depends on the popularity of the film.

So as a film blogger, I'll make sure to update you on the ever-changing Box Office.

Thankyou! :-)


Information researched from-IMDB

WHATS ONT' TELE?

DRACULA…

(Drama/Horror)

In the UK, Sky Living has introduced us to the new series called Dracula! In the USA, I believe it is shown on NBC!

The names its self gives away the plot of the series. DRACULA.

Dracula arrives in London, posing as an American entrepreneur who insists that all he wants to do is bring modern science to a Victorian society. However in reality, he hopes to wreak revenge on the people who ruined his life centuries earlier. There's only one problem that can potentially interupt his plan. Dracula falls hopelessly in love with a woman who seems to be a reincarnation of his dead wife.

In the UK, this series has already began, being first broadcast Thursday 31st November. And I was intrigued by the trailer, and decided to watch it.

I have been very adventurous with my television programme choices recently, as I have watched and liked so many, that I never thought I'd watch, such as Bates Motel, Breaking Bad and Dracula.

I really enjoyed the first episode, as its such a teaser of an episode, as it leaves so many un-answered questions, which will then hook you to the whole series. And the first episode its self leaves you on such a cliffhanger, and I simply can't wait for the up-coming episodes.

There seems to be an anticipated romance on the cards. So if like me, you love a romance in a series, this may be up your street. I just love it when two characters need to be together, but it keeps you anticipated as it seems to take forever for it to happen. (OMG I sound so sad!) 

I loved series such as the White Queen, which had so many romantic story lines in it, which I also recommend you watch! True Blood, Teen Wolf, even How I Met Your Mother! 

So yeah! If you fancy a new tv programme to sink your teeth into! (Made a terrible joke!) then this may be for you! So go ahead and throw yourself into something new!

Then we have to talk about the "eye candy". Which is Jonathan Rhys Meyers, who plays Alexander Grayson a.k.a Dracula! And lets be honest, he is gorgeous! I admit, he's not they type I'd usually say was good looking. (In my own opinion)! 
But wow! He is a very gorgeous man! And the way he performs as his character is just extremely seductive and sexy in a way. However him as a professional actor, he does the character Dracula justice, and really makes the programme and his character real and believeable, which is of course a key part of a successful television series. 

All in all, I am particularly impressesed, to say this wouldn't have been my type of series. And would advise anyone who likes a romantic drama, with that touch of gothic horror. And anyone who fancies being adventurous!

In the UK it is on Sky Living, every Thursday at 9:00pm!
In the USA, I believe it is aired on a Friday on NBC 10/9c! However the USA is further ahead in the series.

So go check it out!
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Thankyou for reading!

The Official NBC Dracula Trailer.-Channel/Trailer on Youtube!

BITSTRIPS!

 BITSTRIPS IS AMAZING!

You can use this on your laptop/computer via facebook or download the app on Android or Apple.

And you basically create your avatar to look like you, and you can then add yourself into cartoon scenario's such as the one above of me.

They can be so funny! And you can also add friends into them too, and have so much fun with them!

So have a look guys! Its so much fun!

🎃 Top 10 Films for Halloween! 👻

31st October. Halloween. A day filled with frights and treats. From carving a pumpkin, to trick or treating, to hiding behind a cushion whilst watching a classic horror film. 

So what will you be doing?

Here I will share with you my TOP 5 FILMS FOR HALLOWEEN. To help you choose the perfect flick to scare you senseless on the night of Halloween. These aren't in any particular order.

So here we go!

#1

Has to be the obvious choice which is John Carpenters "HALLOWEEN".

There are 9 different films of Halloween, the first one being released in 1978 and the most recent being released in 2007. However it depends on your preference of date, if you prefer old, classic films or updated, brand new films!

Obviously the quality of visual effects is alot better in the 2007 version, as there is more advanced technology and so on. But everyone loves a classic, "tomato ketchup blood" flick!

However, the film is based upon a serial killer, famously known as Michael Myers! As the mental serial killer causes frights and keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout each film! Just a classic, original horror film, from a classic horror film director.

Rate:  ★★★★☆

#2

The next film I would recommend would have to be "FRIDAY 13TH".

Now I know what your thinking. "Your supposed to watch this on Friday 13th". However, I personally think that this a great film to stick on, on Halloween night. 

Again, there are 9 different films of Friday 13th, the earliest being released in 1980, to the most recent being released in 2009.

Again, as I explained previously, the visual quality of the films will be different, regarding when they were released. But it completely depends on your own personal preference.

Most of the films are based around Jason Vorhees. The 2009 version being based upon a group of teens, who camp in an abandoned summercamp, to be distrupted by the presense of Jason. 

Rate: ★★★☆☆

#3

This next film I would recommend would have to be "JEEPERS CREEPERS".

This film is a classic, thrilling, terrifying film! Which will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat or keep you hiding behind your pillow!

This film is a triliogy. (Consisiting of 3 films) But in this case, I would most definitely recommend the first film! Its a classic, and definitely beats the rest. I'm not saying you shouldn't watch the other two, but personally I would definitely go for the first!

It was released in 2001 and the visual quality of the film is exeptionaly good, given the date it was filmed and the quality of film technology then. 

It is based upon a brother and sister driving home from spring break, to then encounter a flesh-eating creature in the isolated countryside that is on the last day of its ritualistic eating spree.

Rate: ★★★★☆

#4

Next, I would recommend "SAW".

A well known film to many! I wouldn't say this is particularly scary, just more gory! So if you prefer more of a gory horror (That sounds weird, but people may prefer different types of horror) then this is the film for you!

There are 7 different Saw films, however the difference with these films is that they are all linked. So basically you have to watch them all in order, to grasp the whole story line. So if you haven't seen any of the Saw films, but fancy watching one for Halloween, then I do highly suggest you watch the first one. Because if you watch the 4th film, without watching any of the previous films you just won't understand the whole story line and you will just be lost. 

The first one being released in 2004 and the last and most recent one being released in 2010. (WHICH IS ALSO IN 3D)

However the basis of the film is based upon a serial killer nicknamed "Jigsaw" who puts people who abuse life in deadly traps. Which then gives them the chance to choose between life and death. There is many different story lines in each film, but I would be here forever explaining them all! Haha! 

A classic, popular, gory horror! Directed by the amazing James Wan! (Director of Insidious and The Conjuring!)

Rate: ★★★★☆

#5

And finally, I recommend the film "SCREAM"

A popular and classic slasher film and franchise! There are 4 films, the first one being released in 1996 and the most recent being released in 2011. 

In my personal opinion, I prefer the first SCREAM, as its the original, and "nothing beats the original"! Haha.

They all have a similar storyline, this being a serial killer named Ghost Face, terrorsing the local town! However the basis of the first film is about the killer known as Ghostface, as he begins killing off teenagers. Then one girl, who is called Sydney and her friends find themselves contemplating the "Rules" of horror films as they find themselves living in a real-life one.

A popular, classic slasher movie. Filled with shocks and thrils, and will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout. A definite favourite for a Halloween flick!

Rate: ★★★★☆

Thankyou so much for reading, I hope this helped in some kind of way, and I will speak to you soon!

Halloween 2007 Trailer. 👻

Friday 13th 2009 Trailer. 👻

Jeepers Creepers 2001 Trailer. 👻

Saw I 2004 Trailer. 👻

Scream I 1996 Trailer.👻

LAUGHS...

SCARY MOVIE 5!

Released April 12th 2013

Starring: Ashley Tisdale, Simon Rex, Erica Ash, Charlie Sheen

Happily-married couple Dan and Jody begin to notice some bizarre, and un-usual activity once they bring their lost nieces and nephew home. But when the chaos expands into Jody's job as a ballet dancer and Dan's career as an Ape researcher, they realize their family is being stalked by a nefarious demon. Together, with the advice of a psychic and the aid of numerous surveillance cameras, they must figure out how to get rid of it before it's too late.

Well, the title just says it all! SCARY MOVIE has returned and with a bang, because this film is great! I have to be honest, I was not all that keen on seeing this movie. As I had seen the other ones, and never found them that funny, possibly because the humour didn't suit my age, or the films were quite out-dated. However! I decided to take a leap of faith, and go to watch this film. And it was the best thing I ever did! It was so so funny from beginning through to the end. And I was literally crying and screaming with laughter in the middle of a busy cinema. Yeah. Not cool.

It contains quite recent films such as Mama, Cabin in the Woods, Paranormal Activity, Evil Dead and even a reference to 50 Shades of Grey! 
I do seriously think I found this film more enjoyable because the humour is more relatable to my age, and the age we live in really. And some parts of the film are so cleverly done, because you sit there and laugh along with it, whilst thinking "OMG! I thought that when I watched it" if you know what i'm blabbering on about!

My favourite scene would have to be the pool cleaner scene. Sounds weird. But basically, they take the mick out of the pool cleaner in the Paranormal Activity 2 film, when the ghost "spookily" lifts the pool cleaner out of the pool.
But in this film, they have a whole group of pool cleaners having some random party, getting drunk, sniffing washing powder, and then a whole bunch of hoovers come in! But you just immediately relate because you just think how stupid and not scary it was in the real film. But I was laughing my head off, I was literally crying with laughter as soon as the scene kicked in! I will try and find it and put it in this blog...but oh my...that was a cinema experience to remember! I know it may not sound funny now, but trust me, its hilarious when you watch it!

I also have to add that Ashley Tisdale was suprisingly good in this film! From her being know for High School Musical and Suite Life of Zac and Cody, you kind of think "ooo i'm not sure if she will suit this film or not". But she was actually really funny, and made the film funny really. She just comes across as so naturally funny, and bizzare, and she was just great in it. So big thumbs up for Ashley Tisdale! 
They also had Charlie Sheen in it, who's been in a few of the previous films, along with Lindsey Lohan. And to be perfectly honest, that just bored me, they both just irritate me so much! But besides that the rest of the film was brilliant!

Yeah. So I would highly recommend this film, to absolutely everyone! It's such a funny, feel-good, amazing film! 

Just to put it out there, I personally think you have to watch the whole film to find this clip funny and you have had to have watched Paranormal Activity 3 but hey you might find it funny! 
Anyway enjoy and please leave me any feedback!