I was finally able to watch Hansel and Gretel movie on its 2nd week shown in cinemas. This movie was a treat for me, it has a fair enough story, good action, ok horror, unexpected comedy, some pun on "Edward" of twilight reference and lots of gore. Oh almost forgot, a bit of nudity.
I have to admit, this movie caught me by surprise, this isn't a bad movie at all. It has just the right story pace, the action is ample, mystery was good, and it did keep the audience hanging and wanting for more.
How was the visuals?
The visuals were good enough, there's no Oscar's award for this movie, I can tell you that. But the effects are good enough for the feel and theme of the movie. I got to admit, the weapon design they have on the movie is almost unique. Dark ages weapons, combined with gunpowder and clock mechanics, it's a wonder how two "A" list stars were signed up for this movie.
Character design and monster designs were very good. Their costumes where nicely done, almost believable as an alternate universe.
How was the story?
Story was good enough, and fitting for the target audience. I don't think this movie wanted the audience of "Life of Pi", rather they are after the teen crowd or the young male adults to watch this movie.
The story was actually based on the fairy tale, but not the entire story. The origins are a bit different and the continuation was justifiable. Don't want to be a witch, when Hansel and Gretel are in town. They're almost like contract killers or exterminators.
How was the movie, overall?
Over all, I give this movie a 4.5 out of 5 stars. Reason: there is something lacking on the computer graphics side of the movie. Aside from that, I guarantee most people will like this movie, based on the reaction of the audience I was with in the cinema, they are satisfied with the movie.
Jeremy Renner provided good action fight sequences, and let me tell you, the action sequence are very good. It's not the type of action sequence, where the villain get's the upper hand or the good guy doesn't get knocked out, it's a good choreographed fight. There was one scene where we just laughed on how ridiculous, the way he entered the room and the villain gets him good. Unexpected comedy for us, that time.
This movie is just begging to have a sequel. And I would watch the 2nd movie if it ever gets made.
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