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This film is based off the comic series of the same name by DC Comics. This story follows Hal Jordan. Hal witnessed the death of his father during a flight test, and has never been able to forget the memory. Years later, during a flight test he finds those old memories resurfacing. Shortly after, a Green Lantern's ring, that belonged to the alien Abin Sur, chooses him to replace him and protect a section of the galaxy. From this Hal must make a choice to protect the galaxy, and his home planet, or to give in to his fears.
This film was directed by Martin Campbell. Now super hero comics are challenging to create, and this was no different. I can't say how loyal this was to the comics because I've never read them. But it is surprising who the villain was, and I think it is very much left open for a sequel. This film had a bit too much to explore, and not enough time to do it. There was focus on both the Green Lantern corps and Earth, but there wasn't enough done for either. However, there was a fairly decent balance of both. A lot of what makes this film good is the subtleties that are tucked away in the film, such as movements, costume design, even ring design. The idea behind the costume was great, and it looked great, but it looked a little too computer animated. The mask also looked like face paint instead of an actual mask. The human villain, Hector Hammond, didn't present anything to the film. The look of his transformation was way too grotesque, and he presented so much more anger than fear. The storyline created in the film was great though, it might've left a lot unexplained, but it explained just enough to keep audience's in tune with the film. There could've been more to the human human relationships, other than just being his friends. There is great action in this film, and it features Hal Jordan's famous giant fist punch. All of the action happens from their mental thoughts of will, or fear, and not their physical strength. It's a unique change to other super hero action films. I also really enjoyed all the subtle special effects involving the actor's eyes. It was well done.
Ryan Reynolds played the character of Hal Jordan, or the Green Lantern. He's great in creating this very complex character. He presented a playboy slacker whose actually fearful of life and responsibility. Peter Sarsgaard played the role of Hector Hammond. He did good with the script he was given. He made a decent opponent for Hal, but at the same time he could've done something different. Blake Lively, Carol Ferris, was great in her role. She is the woman who brings humanity to Hal Jordan, and it comes through greatly in the film. Mark Strong, Sinestro, was great in this role. He created a highly complex character who is placed in charge of the Green Lanterns, and with protecting them. Geoffrey Rush voiced the character Tomar-Re, and Michael Clarke Duncan voiced the character Kilowog. These two characters present two very different warriors on the planet Oa, home for the Green Lanterns. It was great seeing the difference in these characters because it presented life to this alien planet.
I give this film a 3 out of 5 stars! It's a good super hero, and science fiction film, but it was too much presented in a 114 minute film. It's a film with a good story, and good action, but it's not the best super hero film of the year.
Answer to last blog: In 2004 Disney released the hand drawn animated film Home On The Range. (Which was the last hand drawn animated film created before The Princess and the Frog).
Que: What other super hero character did actor Ryan Reynolds perform as?
Deadpool
Hulk
Spider-Man
Batman
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This film is based off the comic series of the same name by DC Comics. This story follows Hal Jordan. Hal witnessed the death of his father during a flight test, and has never been able to forget the memory. Years later, during a flight test he finds those old memories resurfacing. Shortly after, a Green Lantern's ring, that belonged to the alien Abin Sur, chooses him to replace him and protect a section of the galaxy. From this Hal must make a choice to protect the galaxy, and his home planet, or to give in to his fears.This film was directed by Martin Campbell. Now super hero comics are challenging to create, and this was no different. I can't say how loyal this was to the comics because I've never read them. But it is surprising who the villain was, and I think it is very much left open for a sequel. This film had a bit too much to explore, and not enough time to do it. There was focus on both the Green Lantern corps and Earth, but there wasn't enough done for either. However, there was a fairly decent balance of both. A lot of what makes this film good is the subtleties that are tucked away in the film, such as movements, costume design, even ring design. The idea behind the costume was great, and it looked great, but it looked a little too computer animated. The mask also looked like face paint instead of an actual mask. The human villain, Hector Hammond, didn't present anything to the film. The look of his transformation was way too grotesque, and he presented so much more anger than fear. The storyline created in the film was great though, it might've left a lot unexplained, but it explained just enough to keep audience's in tune with the film. There could've been more to the human human relationships, other than just being his friends. There is great action in this film, and it features Hal Jordan's famous giant fist punch. All of the action happens from their mental thoughts of will, or fear, and not their physical strength. It's a unique change to other super hero action films. I also really enjoyed all the subtle special effects involving the actor's eyes. It was well done.
I give this film a 3 out of 5 stars! It's a good super hero, and science fiction film, but it was too much presented in a 114 minute film. It's a film with a good story, and good action, but it's not the best super hero film of the year.
Answer to last blog: In 2004 Disney released the hand drawn animated film Home On The Range. (Which was the last hand drawn animated film created before The Princess and the Frog).
Que: What other super hero character did actor Ryan Reynolds perform as?
Deadpool
Hulk
Spider-Man
Batman
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