So after a really busy end to the term, I've finally got a little free time (aside from mock revision & interview preparation!) this holiday to put up my promised 'Mockingjay' review. I'll try to keep it brief, as I don't want to give anything away to those who haven't seen it yet.
To be honest, I wasn't expecting much from this. I loved the first two novels and subsequent movies, however there was something about the mood of the last book that I just didn't love. I found it a bit slow paced and depressing. But this movie was great from start to finish - the vast majority of the acting was superb, particularly from the film crew and Liam Hemsworth. I enjoyed the really uniquely shot scenes, and the score was atmospheric and helped to bring an underlying tension to the film, which perfectly reflected the thrill felt throughout the film.
For me, the highlight was 'the Hanging Tree' and the scenes around it. It was beautifully orchestrated and arranged, and it's use in the film was ingenious and chilling. Definitely the best bit, in my opinion. A lot of my friends found the ending to be the best bit, however, for me, it didn't really strike a chord. I've never loved Katniss & Peeta's relationship massively, so it didn't have the same effect that it could have done.
All in all, it was a good film that I really enjoyed, and I am looking forward to the penultimate film a lot more than I previously was!
Have you seen 'Mockingjay'? What did you think? Drop me a comment and let me know!
15 December 2014
02 December 2014
Life Update
So...
These past few weeks have been absolutely manic! I had my grade 6 last Saturday, which went really well! The following Monday, I popped out to see Mockingjay part 1 and got a Nandos with some friends, which was lovely, and the film was amazing! Stay tuned for a review coming up soon (hopefully...).
Then, on Tuesday, something amazing happened. Well, it probably doesn't sound that fab to everyone else but I was super chuffed! I got an email inviting me to interview at one of the medical schools I applied to! I'm thrilled, and I can't wait to head up North in December and attend. So this was the special point of my week by far.
I also chatted to a surgeon on Thursday, and that was really interesting. It was great to get an insider's view into the profession and he also suggested a few things that I should check out in order to improve my general knowledge!
This week's also looking pretty good to be honest! I've got my staff Christmas party in the middle of the week, followed by performing with the chamber choir in a concert in a church at the weekend, then a friend's 18th birthday meal! All in all, looking pretty exciting!
These past few weeks have been absolutely manic! I had my grade 6 last Saturday, which went really well! The following Monday, I popped out to see Mockingjay part 1 and got a Nandos with some friends, which was lovely, and the film was amazing! Stay tuned for a review coming up soon (hopefully...).
Then, on Tuesday, something amazing happened. Well, it probably doesn't sound that fab to everyone else but I was super chuffed! I got an email inviting me to interview at one of the medical schools I applied to! I'm thrilled, and I can't wait to head up North in December and attend. So this was the special point of my week by far.
I also chatted to a surgeon on Thursday, and that was really interesting. It was great to get an insider's view into the profession and he also suggested a few things that I should check out in order to improve my general knowledge!
This week's also looking pretty good to be honest! I've got my staff Christmas party in the middle of the week, followed by performing with the chamber choir in a concert in a church at the weekend, then a friend's 18th birthday meal! All in all, looking pretty exciting!
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