Comedy and violent action films take the spotlight for this month’s edition of movies to watch. Banned movies in Malaysia cinemas are the highlights once again. As usual, contemporary films and a classic are featured here. Comic book characters come to life, a revenge-fueled action packed film, a talking teddy bear, an adventure of 2 stoners and the rise and fall of a drug lord round up the summaries of the movies listed here. Enjoy your weekends and we hope you like the movies here.
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1. Sin City (2005)
Based on the comic book, Sin City is a series of neo-noir tales full of stylish action set in the fictional Basin City. Born from the dark mind of Frank Miller, also known for his work on popular comic books characters Daredevil and Batman, you will be blown away by the film’s striking visuals while you are bombarded by the brutality of the violence. Featuring an all-star cast, comic book and action fans will not be disappointed.
2. The Raid 2: Berandal (2014)
The sequel to The Raid, the Indonesian action film is back with even more mind blowing action scenes! Rama (Iko Uwais) is once again on a rampage, taking down both corrupt police officials and the gangs of the criminal underworld all in the search for the murder of his brother. This sequel certainly does not disappoint. Look out for “Baseball Bat Man” and “Hammer Girl”. This is one of the best action movie in recent years and the scenes can only be summed up in 1 word: SICK.
3. Ted (2012)
Seth McFarlane’s voices Ted, the cute, adorable teddy bear with a foul-mouth born from the wish of his childhood friend John Bennett. Their friendship is tested when John’s girlfriend wants more from the relationship. If you have ever watched Family Guy or American Dad, you will know that these 2 sitcoms are heavily censored and with good reason so watch this if you enjoy McFarlane’s brand of humor.
4. Pineapple Express (2008)
Starring James Franco, Seth Rogen and ahem, a very hot Amber Heard, the story is about stoner Dale Denton’s quest to acquire a particularly rare strain of weed, Pineapple Express, from his perpetually stoned dealer Saul Silver. But when they both witness a murder, they have to run for their lives and what ensues is a series of events including weed-fueled paranoia in the forest, car chases and a hilarious dinner scene. Funny from start to finish, don’t miss this.
5. Scarface (1983)
Murdering and butchering anyone who stood in his way, Al Pacino’s Tony Montana becomes the meanest cocaine drug lord in the state of Miami. But wars with fellow Columbian drug lords and the closing in of the police serve to challenge his reign at the top. Also starring Michelle Pfeiffer, the movie highlights the rise and the eventual pitfall in the life of a fictional drug lord. A loose remake of the 1932 movie of the same name, it features Pfeiffer’s breakthrough role, one of Pacino’s most memorable characters and that classic one liner: “Say hello to my little friend”. A must watch film if you are a movie buff.
