Scream 4 - Review.

Scream 4 was better than I originally thought it was going to be. Although, I don't think everyone agrees with me. In the actual screening of the film there were many empty seats and the ones that were filled were either middle aged men, or people under the age of 15 who had obviously managed to sneak in (not including me and my friend).

Ten years have passed and Sidney Prescott returns to her hometown of Woodsboro to promote her new book about her experiences and she battles with a familiar face, Ghostface. She and her family and friends struggle to survive whilst having help from Sheriff Dewey and wife, Gale. There is a race against time to catch the killer before it strikes again. 

Before I went to go an see this film I had only ever seen the first Scream, so I knew what to expect, even if I hadn't seen the other two films the whole idea for these films are pretty much the same. However, I did enjoy watching this film as I thought the whole finding out who the killer is, was unexpected. Throughout the film I found myself trying to guess who the killer was, and I never suspected who it actually was. Well, not seriously anyway. 

The only thing I didn't like was the casting. I understand having Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox and David Arquette in the film as they have been in the films in the past, but I didn't like seeing Emma Roberts as one of the lead characters. Growing up watching shows on the television I've always seen Emma Roberts portrayed as someone innocent, really girly and sweet. I personally think that it's the only role she can pull off. Seeing her in films such as ''Aquamarine'' or ''Wild Child'' or even the television program ''Unfabulous'' seems like the best place for her. 

From this...

...to this. It just doesn't work. 

However, I really liked the opening scene, you didn't know which bit was actually part of the film or one of the films in the film. It got confusing, but I liked it. The overall film was okay, and I'd like to watch them all now, but if I was the casting director, I would of chosen someone rather than Emma Roberts, someone who can actually pull the role off.

Rating: ****

A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Analysis.

Film marketing and merchandising.

Marketing:
To market your film you could be in a film festival/premiere, create an internet buzz by mentioning your film online on a discussion board or on a social network, attend film conferences and attend other film festivals/premieres.

Merchandising:
There are so many different types of merchandise you can use to promote your film such as, Calendars, Diaries, Desk pads, Wall planners, Pens, Pencils, Key Rings, Mugs, Glasses, Mouse Pads, Household items and also Clothing.

 
Film Festival.


Film Premiere.


Harry Potter Mugs.


Anchorman Shirt.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 - Review.

This wasn't the first time I had watched this movie and it won't be the last. This first half of the final Harry Potter film (*cries*) was certainly emotional and entertaining. 

As Harry found out in The Half Blood Prince (film that was made before this) he has to find and destroy Horcruxes to finally defeat Lord Voldemort and he and his friends set off on a race against time to find them. They then discover the three most powerful objects in the wizarding world, The Deathly Hallows. Seeing some familiar faces as well as finding out about new characters and their backgrounds. 

(The Deathly Hallows book along with the Author, J.K Rowling.)

Throughout the Harry Potter films the directors have changed from Chris Columbus, Alfonso Cuarón, Mike Newell and David Yates. I personally don't have a preference as I think that all the films are successful so far, however I do think David Yates has put a better edge on the films as he didn't cut as much out, which was good for all the fans who read the books first.

If, like me, you are a big Harry Potter fan, you won't be disappointed at this film as it lives up to its expectations and it doesn't cut as much out from the book as the others have. The film is gripping, emotional and funny at some points. It definitely leaves you wanting more and teary eyed. If by any chance you are not a Harry Potter fan then I don't recommend you see this film, as it could be confusing by the new characters and if you haven't seen any of the films before, or read any of the books, you won't understand. This film shouldn't of been broken up into two parts because I can't stand the wait until July for the second half to be released but when that day comes, I hope to see some of you queuing to get into the screening. I'll be the one in fake glasses, a cloak and a drawn on scar. 

Rating: *****