Robert Pattinson returns to the big screen in “QUEEN OF THE DESERT” at Ayala Malls Cinemas

Robert Pattinson, best known for his role in the highly-successful young adult blockbuster “Twilight” films essays a more mature role starring with Nicole Kidman and James Franco in the true-to-life story of trailblazing woman  in “Queen of the Desert” directed by award-winning Werner Herzog.

DANGEROUS WALTZ IN “WATER FOR ELEPHANTS”

Oscar winning actor Christoph Waltz stars opposite Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson in “Water For Elephants” based on the book of the same name by Sara Gruen.  The movie tells of a thrilling tale of adventure and forbidden love, set against the vibrant backdrop of circus life in the 1930s.

Waltz plays the circus’ ringmaster August who is married to the circus’ star, Marlena played by Reese Witherspoon. Charismatic and charming, August is also dangerous, duplicitous and cruel. Pattinson plays Jacob, the young veterinary student who gets a job in the circus taking care of the animals after his parents died and falls for the beautiful Marlena..

August runs ‘The Benzini Bros. Most Spectacular Show On Earth,’ outwardly all charming and charismatic, he is wildly unpredictable and abusive towards his wife and the animals, including Rosie the graceful and noble elephant who is central to the story.  “Water For Elephants” is an exciting love story about two people from vastly different walks of life who find love against the odds, but are thwarted by the man who is intent on keeping them apart.  Both have developed a special bond with an elephant that draws them closer together.

Director Francis Lawrence shares why casting Waltz is the perfect choice for the character August, “Christoph is the greatest. He came to us with such a love for the character and the story and the world and the themes. He was perfect because of his electric charm and the danger he portrays. He is intelligent, sharp and funny.”

“I really liked the depression era setting a lot. I liked the fact that these people had a job when most people didn’t have work. They had to take upon themselves certain hardships that we would consider unbearable today in order to maintain their lives. The responsibility to keep the circus running in the interests of everybody was enormous and that is something that one tends to neglect when considering August. They say ‘oh August is such a villain’ when he throws people off the train and then just leaves them lying there. But sacrifices have to be made individually in order to keep the whole thing going and that is what I found interesting,” says Waltz of his character.

Cristoph Waltz has had a long and varied career, doing extensive and highly praised work in television and film in Europe. His formidable talent came to the attention of world-wide audiences when director Quentin Tarantino cast him as Colonel Hans Landa in “Inglorious Basterds in 2009.  Waltz won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role in the film, as well as many other awards including the Golden Globe for Best supporting Actor and the BAFTA Best Supporting Actor Award.

“Water for Elephants” opens May 4 in theaters from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros.

Robert Pattinson and Reese Witherspoon - Secret lovers in Water for Elephants

Oscar winning actress Reese Witherspoon stars opposite global heartthrob Robert Pattinson in the sweeping drama, “Water For Elephants” based on bestselling tome by Sara Gruen set during the Depression era.

“Water For Elephants” is an original and compelling story that takes the audience back in time to 1931, when the circus offered a welcome escape from the rigors of daily life and economic hardship. Robert Pattinson plays Jacob, a talented student, heading for a career as a vet. His world changes dramatically when he discovers that his parents have died in an accident. Destitute, he has to abandon his studies and look for work. He boards a train out of town and only later does he realize that he has joined a circus train.
 

Drawn to Marlena, the radiant and talented equestrian star of the ‘”Benzini Bros.’ Most Spectacular Show on Earth,” he accepts a job taking care of the animals. The relationship between Marlena and Jacob develops furtively. Already married to the moody, possessive and dangerously abusive August (Christoph Waltz), the ringmaster who runs the show, Marlena secretly develops a relationship with Jacob. Both Jacob and Marlena form close bonds with Rosie, the dignified and graceful elephant who has a central role in the film.
    

Directed by Francis Lawrence who also helmed global hits “Constantine” starring Keanu Reeves and “I Am Legend” starring Will Smith, “Water For Elephants” introduces us to an era long gone bedecked with the circus’ thrilling backdrop where an exciting and moving love story unfolds.
 

Asked in a recent interview on his choice of Robert and Reese, Lawrence enthuses -“Reese was the first person I cast in the film and she was a great creative partner in the early days when we were putting this project together. I think she is a fantastic actress. She has a timeless beauty, she loves animals and has no fear of trying anything. Also the character Marlena in our film is a bit tough and hardened. She isn’t a victim and Reese is tough. She is very strong.”
    

He also notes that Robert is the only right one to play Jacob - “I decided to cast Rob after sitting down with him for a couple of hours. After that I thought he was naturally perfect for Jacob Jankowski. It was tough to try and find a young man of 23 or 24 who didn’t feel like a boy. Rob was already becoming a man. He is thoughtful, intelligent, empathetic, strong and confident while still being a bit uncomfortable in his own skin,”  Lawrence concludes.
    

“Water For Elephants” opens very soon in theaters from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros.

The Twilight Saga - Eclipse movie review

 

I am a movie fan. That is why I have to watch Eclipse.  I have watched the previous 2 movies, I have not read the book but I can say I am a fan of this movie franchise.  

The movie is pre-plotted, meaning to say that what the book has written will be the outcome of the movie.  Everyone who has read the book knows what is going to happen, but why do Twilight fans still come in line to watch this movie adaptation?  Is it because of Bella (portrayed by Kristen Stewart)? I don't think so, it is because of the 2 other main characters that are always at conflict because of their love interest in Bella.  

The cold, heartless, glittering but always a charmer vampire Edward Cullen ( portrayed by Robert Pattinson) and the stubborn but selfless, muscle-bound werewolf Jacob Black ( portrayed by Taylor Lautner).  There were moments of tension, awkwardness but most of all cheesiness.

It is a movie about love, about how love can bring out the best in them (not to spoil too much), and how one can make sacrifices to ensure the safety of the one he loves.

The third film in the Twilight series explores a love triangle between Bella, Edward and Jacob is the werewolf pack and the Cullen clan join together to fight a new breed of vampires. Melissa Rosenberg provides the screenplay for the Summit Entertainment adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's best-selling novel, with director David Slade calling the shots behind the camera. Bryce Dallas Howard joins the cast as Victoria, the role originally played by Rachelle Lefevre in the first film.

It will be full of surprises, treachery but most of all full of love.  You will coming out of the movie theater in smiles.  But before I end this, ladies in the audience were very synchronous when Jacob shows and when he comes out topless.  There was a huge cheer and then a sigh....I guess you get it, and it was quite a lot of scenes to cheer on.

Now Showing at your favorite theaters nationwide.

Directed by David Slade

Released by Pioneer Pictures

The Twilight Saga..... Eclipse trailer

The Twilight Saga continues..... Eclipse.....

And here is the trailer:



It all begins with a choice.