The Crusader's Corner returns, and just in time for Marvel's big superhero blockbuster movie "The Avengers"! To celebrate the release of one of the most anticipated films of the year, Timzster reviews two product line promotions tied to the film and making waves in the Philippines! First up and coming from Petron is the snazzy looking Avengers Tumblers, featuring the big four members of the team - namely Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, and Hulk! Lastly, 7-Eleven gives consumers reasons to comeback with their Avengers Collector Cards promo! If you're looking forward to seeing Earth's Mightiest Heroes in theaters, find out why these items must be a part of your collection!
The Crusader's Corner - Marvel's The Avengers Petron Tumblers and 7-Eleven Trading Cards Review!
The Avengers assemble in theaters on April 25th internationally and May 4th in the US! Also, a non-spoiler review about the film is up, so see it here!
Opening in theaters today, April 25th, in international theaters, Walt Disney Pictures, Paramount Pictures, and Marvel Studios proudly present the crowning jewel and long anticipated superhero team up movie everyone has been waiting for - The Avengers! The culmination and fruit of four years of work since 2008's Iron Man ushered in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is finally here, and it's bringing out a storm of fans and viewers into theaters the world over. Anyone who's followed all five films of Marvel Studios knows that everything is connected and has led up to this. While it has yet to open in US cinemas until May 4th, this Spoiler-Free review will give you an idea of just why you should see this comic book film dream come true if you still have any reservations. That being said, read away and learn why it's awesome, true believers! Also, if you do watch, finish the whole thing to the end, and don't leave while the credits roll!
Movie: The Lucky One Starring: Zac Efron, Taylor Schilling Release Date: April 20, 2012
I've never seen The Notebook or Dear John, and I've never been much of a romantic movie watcher either. However, once in a while I find myself seeing these movies with a little love and chemistry to them, and The Lucky One just happened to open up and premiere on a month where a little excitement with upcoming and much anticipated movies. Anyone looking for romance can check this up in theaters, but is it a good draw? Find out in this review, and thanks goes to Warner Bros. Philippines again for the screening!
As the title implies, The Lucky One is a movie that literally centers on a man who gets lucky, namely Zac Efron. Playing a US Marine soldier named Logan Thibault, he returns from his third tour of duty from Iraq, having survived several near death encounters while serving his country. He attributes his good luck to a picture of a woman he finds during his time there, and makes it a point to find her and thank her for saving his life. After stumbling on a local kennel ranch in Louisiana, he meets the very woman in the photo named Beth (Taylor Schilling), and suddenly enters her life and family as a result. A romance blossoms between the two, and Logan suddenly realizes that there's more to the woman he's fallen for than being his guardian angel.
The Lucky One Trailer
For starters, The Lucky One is a decent romantic movie with your typical "destined love" plot that will get hearts pounding and couples giggling for sure. However, there isn't much else to speak about other than the actors credibility to their roles. Zac Efron plays a decent role as Logan, and while it feels pretty one-dimensional most of the time, he's got the hot stud look to him that will get the attention of the ladies out there. Taylor Schilling is credible as Beth, and even as a single mom raising a son and going through troubles with an ex-husband, she's a hot and driven woman who falls for the complex yet honest Logan. Blythe Danner adds that old and wise grandmother charm as Beth's Nana, and Jay R. Ferguson plays the guy you love to hate as Beth's ex-husband Keith. There isn't much else to say after that but enjoying the movie and it's romantic drama tale, and the actors and actresses play their parts well from start to finish.
Overall, The Lucky One will appeal to most audiences and its target demograph, but it's nothing new on the romantic movie scene. Fans of Scott Hick's films Nicholas Sparks' works will be drawn to this as much as their other works, and will serve a nice blend of fun, love, and drama in one sitting. The film also serves up good exposure for Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling, so those looking into their talent and acting skills should be given a look.
