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Wow! It's been awhile. I think I'll do a fresh post
These are my top five favorite movies. I'll include a few honorable mentions at the bottom.
Movie #1
The Fellowship of the Ring- 2001
(Extended Edition)
Of course I like "The Two Towers" and "Return of the King" too. But this is still my favorite.
Cover: Samwise Gamgee, Strider, Frodo Baggins, Gandalf the Gray, and Arwen Undomiel
Synopsis: The future of civilization rests in the fate of the One Ring, which has been lost for centuries. Powerful forces are unrelenting in their search for it. But fate has placed it in the hands of a young Hobbit named Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood), who inherits the Ring and steps into legend. A daunting task lies ahead for Frodo when he becomes the Ringbearer - to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mount Doom where it was forged.
Main Character
Frodo Baggins
I know, I have shocked people when I said it, but I don't like Frodo. :D
Age: 13+
Movie #2
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe- 2005
(This was the first movie I saw in theaters)
Cover: Susan, Edmund, Peter, Aslan, Lucy. White Witch in front.
Synopsis: During the World War II bombings of London, four English siblings are sent to a country house where they will be safe. One day Lucy (Georgie Henley) finds a wardrobe that transports her to a magical world called Narnia. After coming back, she soon returns to Narnia with her brothers, Peter (William Moseley) and Edmund (Skandar Keynes), and her sister, Susan (Anna Popplewell). There they join the magical lion, Aslan (Liam Neeson), in the fight against the evil White Witch, Jadis (Tilda Swinton).
Main Characters
Edmund, Peter, Lucy and Susan Pevensie
I liked all the kids in this movie. But I liked them less in the sequels. Except Edmund and Lucy are best in "Prince Caspian" in my opinion.
Ages: All ages. Depends on parents, I mean there are some bad guys who might scare some small children. Maybe six and up.
Movie #3
The Ash Lad in the Hall of the Mountain King- 2017
(Norwegian dubbed film)
This one is so funny. Good clean humor. There are a few things here and there, like all movies.
Cover: Espen "Ash Lad"
Synopsis: Espen "Ash Lad", a poor farmer's son, embarks on a dangerous quest with his brothers to save the princess from a vile troll known as the Mountain King - in order to collect a reward and save his family's farm from ruin.
It's based off of some Norwegian fairy tales.
Main Character
Espen "Ash Lad"
This is one main character I really enjoy. Usually I'm more of a side character person. I don't always like the heroes. But I got to say two of my favorite heroes are Espen and Aladdin.
Movie #4
Unplanned -2019
(Yes, I really liked this movie)
Cover: Abby Johnson
Synopsis: Abby Johnson becomes the youngest clinic director in the history of Planned Parenthood, then a life-changing experience turns her into an anti-abortion activist.
This movie is clearly not for everyone. First time I saw it, I cried. Second time I watched it, I turned away during that scene. There are a couple disturbing scenes. At least one of them will probably be to hard on certain people.
Main Character
Abby Johnson
Ages: 18+ Possibly a bit younger for a girl. But it all depends on the person.
Movie #5
Aladdin -2019
(Best Disney remake since Cinderella)
Cover: Jasmine, Rajah, Sultan, Abu, Genie, Aladdin, Aladdin, Magic Carpet, Jafar.
(Yes, Aladdin's on their twice)
Synopsis: Aladdin is a lovable street urchin who meets Princess Jasmine, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace, Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful, wisecracking, larger-than-life genie. As Aladdin and the genie start to become friends, they must soon embark on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom.
Main Character
Aladdin
"Oh come be the first to meet his eye,
You're going to love this guy."
Age: Family friendly. I'd say sixish, same as Narnia. Some kids might be intimidated by Jafar's sorcerer phase.
"Aladdin" and "Cinderella" are the only two Disney remakes that I really liked. Some I thought were okay, but "Aladdin" was still the best.
Honorable mentions in no particular order, I'm also probably forgetting some:
The Adventures of Tintin- 2011
Synopsis: While shopping at an outdoor market, young reporter Tintin (Jamie Bell), accompanied by his faithful dog, Snowy, buys a model of an old ship called the Unicorn. A shady character named Sakharine (Daniel Craig) and later an American named Barnaby (Joe Starr) try to buy the model from him, but Tintin refuses. The lad discovers that the ship contains a clue about a hidden treasure, but before he can locate it, Tintin is kidnapped and given over to the custody of drunken Capt. Haddock (Andy Serkis).
Best Character: Captian Haddock
The Two Towers- 2002
Extended edition
Synopsis: The sequel to the Golden Globe-nominated and AFI Award-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring," "The Two Towers" follows the continuing quest of Frodo (Elijah Wood) and the Fellowship to destroy the One Ring. Frodo and Sam (Sean Astin) discover they are being followed by the mysterious Gollum. Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), the Elf archer Legolas and Gimli the Dwarf encounter the besieged Rohan kingdom, whose once great King Theoden has fallen under Saruman's deadly spell.
Best Character: Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, Eowyn (oops, that's 4)
The Return of the King -2003
Extended Edition
Synopsis: The culmination of nearly 10 years' work and conclusion to Peter Jackson's epic trilogy based on the timeless J.R.R. Tolkien classic, "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" presents the final confrontation between the forces of good and evil fighting for control of the future of Middle-earth. Hobbits Frodo and Sam reach Mordor in their quest to destroy the `one ring', while Aragorn leads the forces of good against Sauron's evil army at the stone city of Minas Tirith.
Best Character: Gandalf the White, Legolas, Gimli, Eowyn (oops, 4 again)
Prince Caspian -2008
Synopsis: One year after their previous adventure, the Pevensie children (Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, Anna Popplewell) return to the magical land of Narnia and find that 1300 years have passed there. War has come to Narnia once again, and the children join forces with Prince Caspian (Ben Barnes) to overthrow the evil King Miraz and restore peace to the land.
Best character: Edmund, Lucy, Repeechiep
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader -2010
Synopsis: Visiting their annoying cousin, Eustace, Lucy (Georgie Henley) and Edmund Pevensie (Skandar Keynes) come across a painting of a majestic ship called the Dawn Treader. Suddenly, the painting comes to life and draws the youths into Narnia, where they meet their old friend, King Caspian (Ben Barnes). Caspian is on a quest to find the seven lost Lords of Telmar, whose swords will save Narnia from an evil green mist that enslaves men's minds and bodies.
Best character: Eustace, Repeechiep
Cinderella -2015
Synopsis: After her father unexpectedly dies, young Ella (Lily James) finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and stepsisters, who reduce her to scullery maid. Despite her circumstances, she refuses to despair. An invitation to a palace ball gives Ella hope that she might reunite with the dashing stranger (Richard Madden) she met in the woods, but her stepmother prevents her from going. Help arrives in the form of a kindly beggar woman who has a magic touch for ordinary things.
Best character: Fairy Godmother
Pride and Prejudice -1995
Synopsis: Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters attempt to navigate the world of love and high society in an age where class and money matter. Despite their differences, Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy manage to look past social standings and fall in love.
Best character: Mr. Darcy
An Unexpected Journey- 2012
Synopsis: Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) lives a simple life with his fellow hobbits in the shire, until the wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen) arrives and convinces him to join a group of dwarves on a quest to reclaim the kingdom of Erebor. The journey takes Bilbo on a path through treacherous lands swarming with orcs, goblins and other dangers, not the least of which is an encounter with Gollum (Andy Serkis) and a simple gold ring that is tied to the fate of Middle Earth in ways Bilbo cannot even fathom.
Favorite Character: Bilbo, Gandalf, Elrond, Kili, Gullom, Bofur, Fili, Lindir
That's all for now.
