Having seen both Edge of Tomorrow and 22 Jump Street very recently I thought it would probably be best if I clumped both reviews into 1 post. Sounds logical I guess...
Edge of Tomorrow
Edge of Tomorrow is directed by Doug Liman, the man behind the Bourne Identity, and stars Tom Cruise, arguably the biggest movie star in the world, alongside Emily Blunt. In a dystopian future, practically unbeatable alien creatures called mimics invade the earth and Tom Cruise's character is sent to the front line in order to help with the invasion. However after failing miserably the first time he obtains the ability to wake up after death and re start the day. I liked Edge of Tomorrow but it was not perfect. Firstly, Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt are great in their roles and do have really good on screen chemistry. The direction from Doug Liman combines a hand held style which works when it needs to along with epic wide shots which look awesome. The battle sequences work because you can actually see what is happening on screen; there is no quick cuts and shaky cam, which is a relief! The action is pretty incredible and the first 2 acts of the film are solid science fiction movie making, its exhilarating and refreshing at the same time. For example, in this film Tom Cruise has a different story arc to what you'd expect because he's a coward. Only through endlessly repeating the day does he become and efficient badass in combat, which Emily Blunt is from the first time you see her on screen. She is an incredibly strong female lead and was probably the second best thing about the film, behind the action of course! The film, despite showing the same day over and over, never felt repetitive, which gets a thumbs up from me! However there were issues for me with pacing in the final act of the film. Personally, I thought it was trying to rush things and it came to an ending which, for me, didn't work. It isn't a popular opinion but I honestly thought that the film's ending just wasn't satisfying enough. It pains me to say it but it is true. However, the first 2 acts were dynamite at times, and I recommend you see it!Rating - B
22 Jump Street
22 Jump Street is directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and stars Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum. 21 Jump Street was a really good comedy as it was so refreshing. I was afraid that the sequel wouldn't capture the same tone the first did, but it turns out that 22 is actually funnier than 21. 22 Jump Street is a kick-ass comedy film with nearly perfect consistency. The comedic timing of Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum is exceptional and I honestly think the person who said "let's put them 2 in a buddy cop comedy movie" is a genius! There isn't really much else I can say about 22 Jump Street other than it is very funny and at 3 times I was gut busting. Ice Cube is so much funnier in this film compared to 21 and has one scene in where I literally had tears. There's 2 other scenes like that. It is so rare that a comedy sequel can be better than the first but these guys honestly made it work. The film is also so self aware and does a great job at spoofing the fact that it is practically the same film as the first as well as spoofing the idea of sequels, having a larger budget, action movie clichés and so on! The film does have a few completely predictable moments, it does border into sappy at times and the supporting cast is made up of a few characters which were pretty annoying. But the film was so funny! It is a great time at the theatre, I recommend going with a few friends as you will all enjoy dying of laughter sitting next to each other!Rating - B+
If you're reading this, what did you think of Edge of Tomorrow and/or 22 Jump Street? Did you like Edge of Tomorrow's ending? Whatever your thoughts I'd like to know!
Thanks for reading,
Matt
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