ONG BAK 2* (Released to Theaters Germany 2008)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.1|5.0 Starsìììì  Ong Bak 2—Thailand movie—is violent in some places but the violence has been stylized to make it less impactful. Tony Jaa acts in this prequel movie. There is no lack in the makeup department; each scene is incredibly realistic mostly due to the unbelievably good makeup artistry. The film is tailored for the adult audience.  Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images Storyline  A wealthy family's son is relegated to the care of a wise man due to political unrest.    Additional Thanks  Thank you to Directors Tony Jaa and Panna Rittikrai  for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Prachya Pinkaew, Tony Jaa, Panna Rittikrai, and Akarapol Techaratanaprasert for making the film possible. Cast includes Tony Jaa, Nirut Sirijanya, Sorapong Chatree, Sarunyoo Wongkrachang, and Primorata Dejudom.   Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. For the adult audience it works; but know this movie is not for the 'faint of heart'.  Also Known As: Ong Bak 2: The Beginning Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

MONSTER HUNTER (Released to Theaters China 2020)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.7|5.0 Starsììì  Monster Hunter—Milla Jovovich—needs better camerawork. The script is shallow and nothing is new or particularly creative. It works at the suitable to okay range and audiences may feel they lost their money on this one. Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images  Storyline   A female military officer, while on patrol with her crew, is sent to another world.    Additional Thanks  Thank you to Director and Producer Paul W.S. Anderson for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Howard Chen, Edward Cheng, Hiro Matsuoka for making the film possible. Cast includes Milla Jovovich, Tony Jaa, Ron Perlman, Tip T.I. Harris, Diego Boneta, Meagan Good, Josh Helman, Jin Au-Yeung, Hirona Yamazaki, and Jannik Schümann.  Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Maybe. The movie may gain cult status and over time develop a solid fan base.  Milla Jovovich plays a strong role in the film and Tony Jaa has been well-chosen for his role.  Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers