This time Lucy (Georgie Henley) and Edmund Pevensie (Skandar Keynes) will return to Narnia with their cousin Eustace (Will Poutler), where they find themselves on the Dawn Treader along with Caspian the boy they helped become king in the second Narnia story Prince Caspian as well as the warrior mouse Reepicheep (Bill Nighy).

The Dawn Treader is King Caspian’s ship and they sail to find the seven lost lands of Narnia. Where they encounter many strange and magical folk such as dragons, Dufflepuds, slave traders and the all powerful lion Aslan voiced by Liam Neeson.

The Dawn Treader was probably one of my least favourite of the Narnia books, but as I see the story come alive, even I admit they may be more to the Dawn Treader than when I read it several years ago. Roll on December.

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: *******½~~ (7.5/10)

UK Release Date: 10th December 2010

Director: Michael Apted

Writer’s: Christopher Markus (screenplay), Stephen McFeely (screenplay), Michael Petroni (screenplay), C.S. Lewis (Novel)

Links: IMDB, Official Site

Much like the original TV series (that ran for a respectable five seasons from 1983-1986), the film focuses on four U.S. soldiers who are wrongly imprisoned for a crime that they did not commit. This time however, to add a contemporary spin on the proceedings, they are Iraq War veterans, desperately trying to clear their names with the U.S. military, who suspect them of committing a crime for which they were unduly framed. And how does one go about clearing their name? With plenty of guns, action, fast-cars, familiar catchphrases, and beautiful women of course (what other way is there?).

We are assured by writer Michael Brandt that the film adaptation will breathe new life into the franchise, with a more ‘gritty’ attempt at paying homage to a series that remains known in popular culture for its cartoon-like use of over-the-top violence and formulaic episodes. Like most TV series of its time, it also featured a distinctive theme-tune, coupled with familiar ‘one-liners’ such as “I love it when a plan comes together“, “Hannibal’s on the jazz“, and most memorable to even those unaware of the original series, “I ain’t gettin’ on no plane!” But rest assured A-Team fans, as judging from the trailer and costume design, the film does not appear to want to deviate too much from the original concept and alienate its cult following. You would have to ‘pity the fool’ (in this case Director Joe Carnahan) if such an imprudent decision were ever to be even entertained….

The trailer does contain one prudent line from Lt. Templeton ‘Faceman’ Peck that may quite adequately sum up this venture in a nutshell, “this is beyond nuts boss”. Arguably, any attempt at improving upon the infamous original characters with an entirely new cast may be ‘beyond nuts’, however the film certainly promises to be entertaining, especially for action junkies and muscle-bound testosterone fuelled men, who no doubt will delight in the film’s guiltless attempt to appeal to our baser instincts. Nonetheless, I pity the fool (no pun intended) who cannot at least take some level of satisfaction from watching this classic team of elite soldiers kicking ass again in the 21^st century.

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: 7/10

UK Release Date: 30th July 2010

Director: Joe Carnahan

Writers: Brian Bloom (screenplay), Michael Brandt (screenplay)

Links: IMDB, Official Site

Live in the moments

Robert Pattinson plays Tyler in this romantic drama – a rebellious young man in New York City who has had a strained relationship with his father (Pierce Brosnan) ever since tragedy separated their family. Tyler doesn’t think anyone can possibly understand what he is going through until the day he meets Ally (Emilie de Ravin) through an unusual twist of fate. Love was the last thing on his mind but as her spirit unexpectedly heals and inspires him, he begins to fall for her. Through their love, he begins to find happiness and meaning in his life. But soon hidden secrets are revealed, and the circumstances that brought them together slowly threatens to tear them apart.

With super teenage heartthrob Robert Pattinson and Emilie de Ravin(Lost), Remember Me is a story about the power of love, the strength of family and the importance of living passionately and treasuring every day of one’s life.

See it if you liked: Twilight (2008), Two Lovers (2008), 500 Days of Summer (2009)

Certificate: 12A

Genre: Drama/Romance

Release Date: 2 April 2010

Clash of the Titans

The Clash Begins 2.4.2010

A remake of the 1981 mythical adventure film about the myth of Perseus played by Sam Worthington. To win the right to marry his love Andromeda (Alexa Davalos) and fulfil his destiny, Perseus must complete various quests and battle both Medusa and the Kraken monster in order to save the Princess Andromeda. Directed by Louis Leterrier who also brought us The Incredible Hulk (2008) and Transporter 2 (2005), this is sure to be a huge-hitting action blockbuster!

Also starring Liam Neeson as Zeus, Ralph Fiennes as Hades and Jason Flemyng, Gemma Arterton and Tine Stapelfeldt.

See it if you liked: 300 (2007), The Last Legion (2007), Avatar (2009)

Certificate: 12A

Genre: Action/Adventure

Release Date: 2 April 2010

How To Train Your Dragon

Meet Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III, heir of the Viking chiefdom, but a boy with one very big problem – a hero he is not. This is a riotous story of Hiccup’s quest to hunt down the fiercest dragon, bring it into submission and hopefully pass his initiation. Instead, he ends up with the smallest, most ornery dragon – it’s even toothless! Thus begins the hijinx of the world’s most lovable, unlikely hero and a reluctant ‘beast’. Packed with energetic drawings and plenty of action, this boisterous tale is just right for fantasy fans or anyone with a spirit of adventure.

Based on the book by Cressida Cowell, How To Train Your Dragon features voices from  Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Jay Baruchel.

See it if you liked: Shrek The Third (2007), Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008), Kung Fu Panda (2008)

Certificate: PG

Genre: Family/Animation

Release Date: 31 March 2010

Julianne Moore stars as Catherine alongisde Liam Neeson who plays David as the “perfectly married couple” with a teenage son but when David misses a flight and his surprise birthday party – Catherine starts to suspect that there is more than meets the eye. Her imagination runs wild with thoughts of David cheating on her and she decides to hire an escort to test his loyalty. Catherine employs attractive young Chloe and directs her encounters with David and Chloe reports back exactly what goes down in those encounters. However, as the meetings multiply, descriptions get more graphic and things start to get very out of control…

Directed by Atom Egoyan who previously brought us Where the Truth Lies (2005), you are fore-warned that the sexual scenes are going to be of graphic nature, however fear not, it’s not trashy porn material – we are reassured that the eroticism is tastefully done.

If that doesn’t persuade you to see this erotic thriller – Julianne Moore gives a truly excellent performance whilst Amanda Seyfried is absolutely stunning as the steamy “seductress” – 100 times better than her performance in Jennifer’s Body.

The Film Buzz Anticipation Rating: 7/10

UK Release Date: March 26th 2010

Director: Atom Egoyan

Writer: Erin Cressida Wilson (screenplay), Anne Fontaine

Links: IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes

Clash of the Titans is a remake of the 1981 film by the same name that starred Laurence Olivier (Spartacus) and the wonderful Maggie Smith (Professor McGonagall in Harry Potter). This time around, Sam Worthington (Avatar) takes on the role of Perseus to battle sea monsters – Medusa, the God of the Underworld, and win his love Andromeda. Tantalizing stuff indeed, check out the trailer above.

Clash of the Titans Poster

So what did you think? Pretty awesome looking I think you’ll agree. Worthington is joined by a host of stars for this retelling including Gemma Arterton (Quantum of Solace), Liam Neeson (Taken) and Nicholas Hoult (Skins).

The Film Buzz Antcipation Rating: 7/10

UK Release Date: 26th March 2010

Director: Louis Leterrier

Writer’s: Phil Hay, Matt Manfredi, Travis Beacham & Beverly Cross (original screenplay)

Links: IMDB