So after crazy hype all through the weekend, I
finally decided to see this valentine special. ''Fifty shades of grey'' sizzled at the weekend box office, setting new
records for the highest-grossing Presidents Day holiday opener of all time and
ranking among the biggest R-rated debuts in history.
The erotic
drama performed like a comic book movie, albeit one with much naughtier
costumes, picking up $81.7 million from 3,646 locations over the three-day
period. That easily trumped the holiday’s previous record-holder, the 2010
debut of the romantic comedy “Valentine’s Day,” which kicked off with $56.3
million. Now tell me one reason why I wouldn't have gone to see it.The movie has tens of millions of devoted fans set to queue up, and tens of millions more wondering what all the fuss is about. And … how to put this delicately? It couldn't possibly be as bad as the book.
First and foremost, I'd like give kudos to the
Silverbird Galleria team. I noticed the time slot was changed from 7 to 9pm,
good stuff. I guess they noticed too many children (you know these days the way
those kids grow is quite alarming) were interested in seeing the movie. Truth
be told, unless you are a strong-willed person, you mustn't for any reason at
all go see this movie.
I read the book three years ago, so I was very curious to see its movie adaptation. Hoping curiosity won't kill this cat.
So I got dressed and I made my way to the cinemas. First thing I noticed was the abundance of ladies around. Young working class ladies looking very "toastable". A lot of couples too, I sat beside a (lebanese) couple that kept kissing all through the movie. I did enough amebo last night that I saw older men with mistresses and I began to wonder what happened to madam at home. I know I must remain hot till I'm grey. so help me God.
After several movie trailers, the movie started at
9:30pm with the first scene ushering in Christian Grey, the chief executive
officer of the Grey Empire. They show us how organized he is in terms of his
clothing. He obviously has a good taste in classy ties (I like). Then it moves
on to Anastasia Steel, a final year English University graduate who was
requested by her friend to help conduct an interview with Christian Grey. During
the interview, she and Christian began to connect. Just like in the book, he
begins to stalk her till they finally get very close.They almost had their chance in the elevator but some passengers interrupted. On one night, he took her
on a ride in his private helicopter to his place. They walked round the house
and spoke about all sorts. It was on this same night he deflowered her. That
was my best part because the lovemaking was sensual even though our dear
Christian Grey says he doesn't make love, he f**ks. #joker
No doubt the movie had a lot of steamy sex scenes,
explicitly so. The story line is basically about a man who didn't want to
love, his past made him incapable of loving sincerely so he settles for a
contract based relationship where he is the dominant and his girlfriend, the
submissive. A very convenient plan for him and maybe for his partner if she’s
on the same wave length as he. No one gets hurt as long as they stick to the
rules according to the contract. Anastasia was very reluctant to sign this
contract because it just didn't make any sense to her. She wanted a real
relationship and love, he wanted to dominate her and not necessarily love her.
My best part was when he bought her a car and warned
her not to roll her eyes on him but she did subconsciously. He carried her in,
laid her on his thighs and smacked her lightly.
Ana: Why do you want to spank/whip/tie me up? Why can’t we be an ordinary couple?
Christian: Because this is what I am.
My verdict however is that 50 shades of grey is not really about sex. Its about class. How Christian Grey tries to use his wealth to dominate humble Anna. It also depicts domestic abuse borne out a damaged childhood Christian experienced. Abused.
At the age of fifteen he was sexual molested by his mother's friend and for six years it continued. This experience damaged him emotionally so much so he became abusive and possessive to his lovers. He makes them sign a contract and during that period, they are under his will.
At the age of fifteen he was sexual molested by his mother's friend and for six years it continued. This experience damaged him emotionally so much so he became abusive and possessive to his lovers. He makes them sign a contract and during that period, they are under his will.
Its lifestyle porn as well as actual porn. it’s definitely not a
movie to watch at the cinemas. This is a two-hour film containing maybe half an hour’s worth of anything actually happening. So many scenes where cut out which made it look more like porn than a movie with a story line.
It’s something an adventurous couple should have at home to watch once in a while whenever they feel like being naughty, the
sensual scenes though. I personally don’t think I’d like my man hitting me with
a horsewhip while in the act.
In all, absolutely stunning suits on Grey, great choice of lingerie on Anastasia, top notch production, excellent choice of music, first-rate attention to details, superb decor.
Anyone notice the first bed spread they made love on? ce était absolument incroyable!!!
The movie adaptation by director Sam Taylor-Johnson of E. L. James's bestseller succeeds in toning down the book's most egregious elements—but reveals that there's very little left underneath.
Lastly, I sense a part two setting in. I doubt if I'll be going to see it. For me, this movie gets a generous 2 out of 10 and that's me being generous. Not a lot of acting to rate.
That's all folks, enjoy the rest of the day.
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