Fire is Catching: First Look at "Catching Fire"

Congrats to The Hunger Games for dominating the People's Choice Awards with its multiple wins, particularly in the Favorite Movie and Franchise categories! All the Tributes really pulled through in giving it an even larger "global voice".

Just recently, the first look images of its upcoming sequel Catching Fire have been released by Entertainment Weekly. Fans of the new heartthrob Finnick Odair (who made his first appearance on Book 2 of the trilogy) can now see actor Sam Claflin in character as he and our tough heroine Katniss Everdeen share a seductive scene, as shown on this shot:

Having followed his earlier acting works (including Snow White and the Huntsman and Pirates of the Caribbean 4), I definitely approve :) He's the type of actor who actually has that rare combination of magnetic charm and soul that largely defines Finnick.

Watch the Girl on Fire

If there's ever a post-Harry Potter phenomenon that's worth all the hype, The Hunger Games is definitely the one. In fact, this should actually be a must-see for today's generation!

Not only the series supports the idea of a modern revolution, where ordinary people are capable of standing up against wrongful authorities. It also promotes female empowerment, which we can see in our proactive, daring heroine Katniss Everdeen - the "girl on fire". This is exactly the right era for strong female leads to grace the big screen, which shows women have what it takes to make an impact on the world. Behind all the Katniss-Peeta-Gale subplots, those are the main themes that make this series relevant in today's society. It's such a winner!

If you missed it in the cinema, the first movie is now available on DVD and Bluray. For old and new "tributes" (a.k.a. fans) alike, the best-selling books by Suzanne Collins will entertain you while you wait for the movie premiere of the much-anticipated sequel Catching Fire in 2013. 

May the odds be ever in your favor...

That Old Black and White Magic Called "The Artist"

Does reinventing Old Hollywood in the modern times create a fresh movie-viewing experience for today’s generation? With the tastefully produced The Artist, which just snagged the title of Best Picture at this year’s Academy Awards along with a Best Actor win for Jean Dujardin and also Original Score (of course, we're also not forgetting the Golden Globes and Cannes), there’s no denying that black and white cinema still holds the power to charm and bewitch many film lovers and critics from all over the world. Not to mention Uggie the Dog is utterly adorable and captivating. Brownie points for his fine acting chops!

Indulge yourself in a grand adventure where movie-making magic is at its finest, complete with all the glitz and glamour that the 1920’s offer. The Artist is there for your entertainment. It’s delightful, it’s delicious, it’s de lovely!

Watch the trailer for this silent movie: