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WATCH ORDER: THINGS TO WATCH BEFORE SILENT HILL 2 REMAKE

The Silent Hill 2 Remake is the iconic horror movie loved by gamers, which is going to be released on 8 October 2024. The game follows a little kid who has gone through a trauma and was killed by a cult with no fault of her own, this kind of hatred turns her into a curse where she begins to spread the darkness all over the town and haunts them trying to get her revenge. It has all kinds of gory, scary, spooky, eerie, creepy, horrifying and so many more chilling elements which makes it one of the best experience-driven games out there.

1. Silent Hill (2006)

This movie is one of the best horror movies that I have watched, I am not talking about the best scares, I am talking about the plot, most of the horror movies these days have been done to just get a few scares out of people, with almost the same kind of repetitive plot. But this is different it is an amazing adaptation of the game, it starts with a little girl who sleepwalks to a mine whispering Silent Hill and almost falls into the mine, thankful her mom comes to the rescue, this wouldn't have been the first time, fed up by all this, Rose and the Sharon go to Silent hill a forbidden town closed off to prevent the darkness from exiting the town. As they enter Sharon gets abducted soon after and Rose spends the whole time in search of her.

Sharon and the crazy hag trying to hide from the cult "Silent Hill(2006)." IMDb  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0384537/mediaindex/

Not only does Rose deal with the darkness herself, but it's not just Sharon who was abducted for a reason, Rose was made to find her daughter for a reason, to show her the true nature of the town. There are a lot of people in the town, but they are all afraid of the darkness and protected by the church and the underground cult. It's the plot that has so many layers which is what makes it a good movie, the antagonist is not really who you think it is, nor the protagonist, but the story in the end does have a kind of closure, with the background to the whole thing explained pretty explicitly, which is what makes it a must watch.

2. Silent Hill: Revelations (2012)

This movie is the continuation of the previous one, like Part 2, I would suggest you watch the previous one before you read this. As seen in the previous one Sharon and Rose after defeating the cult don't escape Silent Hill, the fog remains, somehow Rose manages to save one of them and sends Sharon back to the real world, where she is taken care of by her dad, and both of them keep moving trying to hide from the darkness. She would have completely forgotten about Silent Hill and Dad tries to keep it that way. But soon enough she comes across people of a cult coming after her as well as the darkness following her around in her dreams and real life. Only this time around her dad gets abducted and she has a helper Vincent.

Heather stuck in the amusement park about to face her worst fears  "Silent Hill: Revelations(2012)." IMDb https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0938330/mediaindex/

Vincent falls in love with her and both of them go to Silent Hill in search of her father, she enters the town and Vincent gets abducted, it has some elements of the previous movie, including the deadly nurses and the Pyramid head, it has all the elements this franchise has to offer, a lot of gruesome deaths, a lot of flesh and monsters which are obscene to watch. With Silent Hill 2 remake around the corner, this movie gives an overall of what to expect from it, Heather (Older Sharon) faces exactly what her mother had faced in the first movie, although she is brave and the spot thinker, she can handle herself throughout the movie. This movie might not be as great as the first one but still makes for one of the better horror movies with a decent plot.

Alright, there is the list of everything to watch before you play the game, hope you guys have enjoyed the read, if you did make sure to spread the word about this blog to others interested as well, cause I am only going to be bringing you guys more of what you guys just read, hopefully I have at least motivated you to give one of these movies mentioned a watch. Well, I only wish to improve your experience in entertainment. 

THE EXPENDABLES : Rogue justice


1. OVERVIEW

    Expendables is an action filled movie, characterizing a group of rogue specialists who work for themselves as a vigilante group of men, these men in todays layman terms can be called as free lancers, who do impossible jobs involving assassinations or destruction of an evil plan set up by a dictator of sorts.

    These men are prepared with their ammunitions and amazing fighting skills, they are able to take down a whole entire army just by using their ability to understand the environment and adapt to the situation, the team is made of six people and one leader who tells them about which missions they have available.

    


    Of the six of them, the first one is the leader of the group, the second one is a guy who can use blades and throwing knives, the third member is an Asian who knows martial arts, the fourth member of the team is the muscle of the group ,the fifth member is a gun man who knows everything about guns and bombs, and the sixth is an ex military army man.

    In this movie the team chooses a mission which includes going to an island called Vilena and then removing the army rule their by killing the commander, the island is completely overcome by the dictator commander and this movie shows how the expendables deal with this situation.



2. CHARACTERS

    Barney Ross played by the one and only Sylvester Stallone is the one who abides by justice and he is the kind of a person who doesn't get sleep when he knows there is injustice or there is someone in pain which he could have prevented. He is great with handling the team and managing the team such that there is as much less quarrel between them as possible. He is great during the cowboy showdown type situations as he is great with his pistol and doesn't not miss his target.

    There is a sense of selflessness in him that the viewers would really look up to and one his qualities that people cherish about him. Sometimes he does things in his own out of his own will and the team members support him in any way possible and get him out of any situation and this is the kind of leader that an explicable team deserves.



    Lee Christmas played by none other than Jason Statham is the Blade specialist, he has great aim and can throw daggers and throwing knives at great speeds and great accuracy, he never misses his targets, his skill set works great for an assassination type of a mission since the knives don't make as much noise and its a silent weapon. He is a nice guy overall and believes in justice and is a man with kind heart and trust.



    Tool played by Mickey Rourke is the leader of the Expendables squad and he is one of the ex members of the squad itself, he doesn't attend the missions because of a horrific past that haunts him everyday. He assigns missions to the squad as well as takes care of the mental well-being of the squad. He is a tattoo artist on the side which adds the extra element of goth and punkish vibe to him.

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    Yin Yang played by Jet Li is the Asian in the group, he is an amazing martial artist and can physically take down each of the team members on his own, he is good with his fighting skills and his ability to use the environment on his favor. He assumes the team is not in his favor cause he is an Asian and that he is so short, everyone in the team makes fun of this fact and this adds the extra bit of humor in the movie.




    Gunner played by Dolph Lundgren in the movie struggles with anger management and temper-related challenges, this character struggles to control his emotions, leading to heated conflicts and impulsive decisions. The inclusion of such a character adds a layer of tension and volatility to the narrative, potentially influencing the relationships and events within the movie.




3. CINEMATIC APPEAL

    The movie is characterized by an intense plot involving a lot of unwanted and unexpected gore and violence. These scenes include the intense combat, fights, or confrontations that are visually explicit and showcase the brutality of the story. 

    The inclusion of such graphic scenes adds the element of shock, flinch and rawness to the narrative, appealing to audiences seeking an adrenaline-fueled viewing experience, some viewers would find this part of the movie really exciting.



    The movie is action-packed, featuring numerous sequences involving intense action and thrilling chases. These scenes are meticulously choreographed and filmed to captivate the audience, showcasing a blend of physical combat, stunts, and fast-paced pursuits, as well as making the best use of the environment. The use of dynamic action sequences enhances the overall excitement and energy of the movie.



   
    Incorporating the environment creatively into fight scenes is a hallmark of a great movie. Characters utilize their surroundings strategically during fights, adding an innovative dimension to the action. This aspect not only showcases the characters' adaptability but also enhances the realism and excitement of the fight sequences, this makes the viewers adore the fight sequences.

4. PERSONAL OPINION

    The movie features a diverse array of characters, each with their own set of principles or beliefs and each of them having their own but of inside jokes which adds the element of whimsy. Some characters adhere to a moral or ethical code, guiding their actions and decisions, while others may lack such principles and operate based on personal motivations or survival instincts. 

    The diversity in character values contributes to the complexity of the story and influences the interactions and conflicts within the movie, since the principles of one might coincidence with the other and that's when they work together and make impossible happen or at times when they go against each other and that leads to a world of pain for the entire team.



    A prominent theme in the movie is the betrayal of comrades or allies. The trust between the members of the team is broken and the balance of the team is at stake, the characters face betrayal from those they consider close or on the same side. 

    The betrayal element introduces internal conflict, emotional turmoil, and moral dilemmas- which pretty much questions if people actually deserve a second chance when the things they have done is of utmost horrifying kind. This deepens the plot and character development, potentially driving the story in unexpected directions.



    The movie prides itself on defying predictability. It keeps the audience on the edge of their seats by incorporating unexpected plot twists and turns that deviate from conventional storylines. The unpredictability engages the viewers, challenging their expectations and delivering a unique and surprising viewing experience, the intercrossing of different plot lines and different relations between the characters in the movie adds to the unpredictability.

    Beyond the main characters, the movie introduces third-party elements that disrupt the anticipated narrative flow, this part of the movie is completely unexpected and very surprising. These unexpected twists could come from external forces, unforeseen alliances, or hidden agendas, throwing the characters and audience off balance and intensifying the story's intrigue and suspense.



5. CONCLUSION

    The movie features a cast of physically imposing characters, often referred to as "buff dudes." Their imposing presence aligns with the high level of action showcased throughout the film. This abundance of action scenes, of high quality and intensity, ensures that the movie lives up to the expectations of action enthusiasts, providing a visually exhilarating experience.



    I would give this movie a rating of 3.5/5. I feel the need for a bit of backstory to better understand the characters and the overarching situation. A lack of adequate background information can leave viewers wanting more context, particularly regarding the characters' motivations, past experiences, and the overall setting. A well-developed backstory enhances character depth and enriches the storytelling. 

    At times the movie looks like a piece of a bigger movie where only the best action parts were cut and made into a new movie, just because of the fact that there is no pre or post parts of the movie properly explained.