The Mummy- Movie review! No spoilers!

Can I just start off by apologising for being so neglectful! Life has just been super busy at the moment, but I'm back (literally just from the cinema) so here is my review on this movie.


The Mummy! And is also like the 8th version of this? I'm not sure, theres a lot though. And yet again an evil dead creature about 5,000 years old thats roaming the earth..and another sandstorm with a face in it..which was pretty cool.
However this is the first chapter of Universal realising their 'Dark Universe' which is their cinematic universe of monsters. That's The Mummy, Dracula, The Invisible Man, Jekll & Hyde etc. I'm super excited..love my monsters!
So Tom Cruise plays Nick Morton, this sort of solider but is really a looter. You also have Annabelle Wallis playing Jenny Halsey, and they team up to solve this old mystery surrounding a mummy played by Sofia Boutella. YES! A female, badass mummy for once. I mean I know you had Anck Su Namum in the 1999 movie, but it was aaaaaaaall about Imhotep. Ah Imhotep..my guilty pleasure.
So when I walked into the cinema tonight, I had no idea what to expect, the trailer didn't really impress me. When I left I though 'ermm, yeah it was fine.'
The beginning, it had some really cool things, it started off quite well I thought, the production design was excellent. However I think the thing that let it down, was the screenplay.
I walked out of the cinema and thought, even though Tom Cruise was good and you could see how dedicate to the role he was, as he is with every role he plays, I left feeling that I didn't think Tom was right for that role. I had no idea why I thought that because, even though he is best known for his action, and doing his own stunts in things like 'Mission Impossible', 'Edge of Tomorrow', 'Minority report' etc, he still is also known for being amazing at other roles. 'Interview with the vampire' for example which is one of my favourite movies, so it isn't anything Tom did wrong in this movie, its the screenplays fault. This film has no real emotional direction. Some scenes can be really entertaining, but as a whole its really crumbly, and it is defiantly down to that screenplay.
There were action sequences in this movie that were really good, then all of a sudden they would let in a joke from time to time in this, which I thought didn't really work. It was almost like they were trying to be a bit like the 1999 'The Mummy' and how Brendan Fraser was in that, and also with John Hannah, and it didn't quite fit in I thought. It's super serious until it's super not.
This movie also had this thing where it had to explain what was going on..ALOT. The setup was fine because it explains what happened thousands of years ago, this is why this mummy lady is evil. However someone else would stop and be like 'this, this this this, happened..I think this is why this, this, this, this happened' It's a lot of explanation. When characters do that, they are telling the other character..but really they are telling you..the audience.
Russell Crowe is also in it. I won't tell you who he plays, because I actually didn't know. He, for myself, was one of the brighter spots of this movie. He played this character really well I thought, and in when he has scenes with Tom Cruise, these two heavyweight actors together..it was a lot of fun to watch.
Annabelle Wallis playing Jenny..ah. Honestly? She was just the damsel in distress, all the time. She was a useless character is such a big budget movie..and I haven't seen that in a while. She doesn't really bring anything, she doesn't really solve anything. She may known some locations to go to from time to time..but thats about it. This was another disappointment.
The ending aswell...it was meant to be a build up for the upcoming movies they have in store for us in the future..and even that didn't do it for me.


Overall, this movie does have some fun sequences and a lot of great action moments, however the screenplay by far is what has let this movie down. I also honestly feel they made a slight mistake is Universal went big budget when films like these should be gothic horror.
So I will give this movie 4/10, please let me know what you thought of the film, and if your looking forward to what they will be bringing in the future!

S'laters!
Ellie
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Hacksaw Ridge - Movie Review! No spoilers!

Guess whose back!! No not me with another movie review..I'm on about Mel Gibson. He's back, and oh boy he came back with a bang! Well..several explosions.

WOW! What an incredibly inspiring film this is. I'm writing this review after the second time of seeing this, because the first time just wasn't enough..that and because I went to see a late showing the first time and was too tired to write a review about it and I don't like to do the next day it if its not fresh in my mind.
This film is amazing, I can't express my love enough for this film. The story about it, the TRUE STORY about it, that a young man, Desmond Doss, did what he did, is so inspirational.
I love that 'movie makers' find stories such as this, where the majority of the population have never heard about the story until now, and thats me included! And they make films so they can share these brave, incredible stories about their lives and what incredible things that they accomplished.
The film starts off before the big battles scenes, the majority of it, is getting to know Desmond and his life just before he goes to war, this is including learning about his religious belief as a Seventh- day Adventist.
As the story carries on, you see him go through some terrible things, even before he goes to battle. To know that this man stuck to what he believed in, no matter how hard things got, no matter what people and life were throwing at him, he never stopped staying true to himself and his beliefs which I watched in awe.
I don't have anything negative to say about any of the actors in this film, they all did such an amazing job.
Andrew Garfield played Desmond Doss, he was nominated for an oscar for this role. Enough said. He played this man so amazingly well, and you really truly believed he is Desmond. He has these looks in his eyes that just draw you in. He is sooooo good at being optimistic, that you really cheer him on and hope that he does well.
Hugo Weaving plays his dad, he's known for his previous roles such as Agent Smith or Elrond, so to see him in this role has totally changed my prospective on him forever. This may sound awful but I think he moved me, more than any other character in this film. There are times where you really don't like him and then other times where you just want to hug him, because he is just this broken man who just deep down wants the best for his sons, but not to go through and see the things he did when he fought it World War 1. I was pretty gutted he wasn't nominated for an oscar as a supporting role, but that may be because he's not in it for long enough, but any way..Academy Awards..Im a little disappointed.
I also want to mention Vince Vaughn, he really surprised me in this, because in his previous films I feel like he is just Vince Vaughn in every comedic role he played. Not in this, he plays the drill sergeant..he still has funny moments but in such a different way. I looooove that Vince took on this role, it was a totally different side to him. It reminded me of David Schwimmer in 'Band of brothers' you think 'oh hey your Ross...oh holy shit your not always Ross'
So I encourage Vince to do more roles like this, and not always the comedic roles because he is really good!
Then the battle scenes! For a while you forget that it was Mel Gibson who directed this film, and then the first battle scene happens and your just sat there like 'oh yeah! This is a Mel Gibson war movie..holy moly where did that come from?! It is going doooooown!' It just hits you like a train, which has a fantastic affect. They are so brutal and so terrifying realistic. Oh Mel..how I've missed you!
I haven't watched a war battle scene this amazing, since watching for the first time the beginning to 'Saving Private Ryan'
I read a review the other day which mentioned that they thought this movie was pushing Christianity onto people, which I disagree completely! This movie is about a man who had such strong beliefs and it depicts his struggle to maintain them, the film doesn't tell YOU that you should have the same beliefs, it just shows the story about this one man and his beliefs.

Overall I am going to give this film a 10/10! It left me with a few tears, and affected me deeply. I haven't had a film make me feel anything like this for a looooooong time.
Let me know what you thought of this film!

S'laters!

Ellie
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Valentines Day makeup

So Valentines Day is just around the corner! So whether your going out for a romantic meal with your partner or spending it with your friends celebrating that your all single pringles, this look is perfect for both.

I don't know about you, but when I think of Valentines Day, the colours that come to my mind are red and pink. So my blush that I normally use, I did add more than usual (obviously not too much that you look like a clown!)
I also used a couple of different eye shadow palettes. I started by using one of my Estee Lauder palette.

 I start by applying this shade, which is called 'Nude Fresco' on the crease of my eye lids, and blend it with my blending brush.

 I then I apply this colour, 'Tranquil Moon' on top of the previous colour, and..you got it..blend.

 I then move onto this beautiful Maybelline 'The blush nudes' eye shadow palette. This palette have some beautiful light eyeshadows, mostly pinks, if you want to go for a more natural look.

 I apply this colour, which sadly has no name, on the outer corner of my eye, its a bit darker than the last colours I used but if you blend it out enough it does make a much subtle, softer look.

I then also apply this colour, also, on the outer corner of my eyes, a blend it more higher, just above the crease of my eye.

I then go back to my Estee Lauder palette and add this, more purple, colour 'Berry burst' also on the outer corner of my eye, just to make the look that tad bit more darker to really make your eyes pop. Then, again, blend it, again, higher past the crease.

I then, finally, add this colour 'Ivory Slipper' on my eye lids. This will make your eyes that extra shimmery. I also use this colour as a highlighter on the bridge of my eyebrow and also in the inner corner of my eye. I finish off my applying the fist colour I used on my eyes, on the bottom of my eyes, so its quite a subtle touch. Then I use my liquid eyeliner to make a very pretty cat flick. Its hilarious when boys can't understand how we do this! I then add mascara to the top and bottom lashes.

For my lips I use this beautiful Estee Lauder lipstick. Of course I went for red! You want to leave evidence when your kissing..

If you really want to make your lips pop you can first add a lip pencil to outline your lips before applying the lipstick. I chose not to, just to show you what its like without.

And then your done!

I hope you enjoyed this look and that you try it out. 

And whatever you choose to do this Valentines Day, I hope you have a wonderful time, and spread lots of love!

S'laters!

Ellie

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My 'smouldering' smokey eye makeup look

Hey peeps! I'm so sorry it's been sooooo long since my last blog post..life has literally taken over...well...my life! But I'm so excited to be writing again and I promise it won't be so long for the next one!
So a little update, I have found my wedding dress! That's right! I found it a week today, I was quite surprised I found it on the first appointment I was actually only going to have a browse and see what suits me and what doesn't, but when I was wearing it, I just knew. I cried. Yep. Like a baby. And so did a few of my family members.
So I thought, now that I have my dress I can play around with things like my hair, makeup to give me an idea on what I want on the day, and this look is one of those "playing around"
I know, I know, I know! My wedding is still over a year away, but hey..what else am I going to do on my day off?! Errands? Nah.

So of course I do the same foundation routine as I have before.
The eye shadow palette I use for this look is Sleek Makeup, and its called 'Au Naturel 601'

So I start by applying this shade which is called 'Honeycomb' on the crease of my eye lids and sort of wing it out and end of my eye.

I then apply this to the outer corner of my eye with my flat eye makeup brush, this shade is called 'Regal' and blend it with my blending brush, I blend it upwards to where I applied the honeycomb shade. Then I just do what I normally do and keep adding that colour and blend it in until I'm happy. If you want to add quite a lot to make it that bit smokey, go for it!

I put this shade 'Nubuck' on my eye lids. Whenever I think of smokey, the colours that come to my mind are, brown, grey, white and black, so this colour is perfect for the eye lids.

I also apply this colour 'Nougat' on top of the other colour just to add a bit of shimmer to it.

I then add this black shade in 'Noir' in the outer corner of my eyes where I put the brown shade, and blend, blend. Because I wanted it quite smokey I did add more than I normally would.

I finally add this shade 'Taupe' in the inner of my eyes, almost using it as a highlighter just to really make my eyes pop and sparkle.

After I apply all the different shades of eyeshadow, I then use my black pencil eyeliner under my eye, to make it really dark and also on my waterline..I also then rub the eyeliner on my waterline with my finger, just so it smudges slightly. Then just to make it that extra smokey I add the brown shade with an eyeliner brush just under the waterline.
Then to finish off my eyes I add my liquid eyeliner, and I really get it as close to my tear duct and finished it with a cat flick. I then add mascara to the top and bottom lashes.

I then apply this Avon lipstick, I think this colour is beautiful and its quite subtle, so it won't take the focus off your beautiful smokey eyes.

I love this look, it isn't very often I wear quite heavy makeup on my eyes, but when I do..I really make an effort. But it didn't even take take that long to do, its just all about the blending!
To make this look even more, you can add fake eyelashes.
I hope you enjoyed this look, and I promise..there is a lot more to come!


S'laters!
Ellie

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