Thought-provoking "Chronicle" Movie Unleashes Teen's Dark Side!

Gravitating towards the disturbingly unimaginable, “Chronicle” reckons what teens are capable of when given such endless overwhelming powers.

20th Century Fox brings Josh Trank’s debut feature film to the big screen – “Chronicle,” like so many of us, the lead teen actors portray regular everyday people obsessed with chronicling their lives, however mundane – or in their case, however extraordinary. For Andrew, Matt, and Steve have stumbled upon something beyond their – or anyone’s – understanding. Their discovery leads them to acquire powerful telekinetic abilities; in graphic novel parlance, they have superpowers.

They’re now capable of, well, almost anything. They can move objects just by thinking about them, crush cars through force of will. They learn to fly… the ultimate wish fulfillment. Then things get dark.

What would you do if it happened to you? What would you be capable of? Those are the intriguing questions posed by “Chronicle,” a new film unlike any you’ve seen before. It’s a superhero movie that’s not really a superhero movie. On the surface it belongs in the relatively new sub-genre of “found footage” or “P-O-V” films, but it turns their conventions on its head. It’s thrilling, yet relatable; rich with creatively conceived and executed camera work and visual effects, but grounded in reality.

So, what would you do if you suddenly obtained abilities beyond comprehension? Would you don a special suit, fly off, and battle evildoers? If you were a teenager, the likely response would be: "hell, no!" You’d have a blast with them, pull elaborate pranks, and maybe exact revenge on those who’ve wronged you. Maybe those powers would amplify your less noble qualities. Or worse.

“Chronicle” is now showing in theaters nationwide from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros. If you want to read a movie review of "Chronicle" you may want to click here. The full movie trailer of "Chronicle" is shown here. Enjoy.

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Mariah Carey to host US "X Factor"?

A few days ago, it was reported on different websites that music mogul and US "X Factor" judge, Simon Cowell has axed the show's host, Steve Jones for some reasons. It was also buzzed that judges Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul have some major music concerts coming in a few month's time and it's the reason why they are also "removed" from the show's upcoming second season.

Now, reports are also circulating around the Internet that the 52-year old, Simon Cowell is eyeing Mariah Carey to replace one of the judges because according to buzz, "Simon (Cowell) only wants nothing but the best for the 'X Factor' and Mariah is the best".

However, Mariah Carey's husband, Nick Cannon, known for hosting 'America's Got Talent', was quick to claim the role would be a step down for his superstar spouse. He explained: "Why would my wife want to be on a show like that? For somebody who has a legendary career I don't know why they would."

For whatever reasons Simon Cowell has, I think, it would be best if we see Mariah Carey doing what she likes best on television. Besides, Mariah Carey has already done her part in the music industry. It would be best for her and her fan if she share her music talent to the young generations who equally loves music like her. It would be also best for Mariah Carey to become visible once more by helping people in the industry she loved most. (With snippets of news taken from STV.tv)

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Ten Minutes of "War" Preview in "Chronicle" Movie Opening

The highly intense edgy teen thriller “Chronicle” tags ten-minutes of “This Means War” footage when it opens in theaters nationwide on February 2 (Thursday).

“This Means War” stars Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, and Tom Hardy in a love war triangle when CIA agents and childhood best buddies find out they are dating the same woman. Hilarity and hard-core action ensue as the trio try to work on the situation the best way possible brought by Hollywood’s ensemble of hit filmmakers. “This Means War” is helmed by director McG whose worldwide hits include “Charlie’s Angels,” “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle” and “Terminator Salvation,” written by scribe Simon Kinberg who penned the incredibly thrilling films “Mr. and Mrs. Smith,” “X-Men: The Last Stand,” “Jumper” and “Sherlock Holmes,” and produced by Will Smith to create 2012’s most enjoyable adult romantic-action-comedy.

Consecutively opening this February - “Chronicle” (February 2) and “This Means War” (February 22) are from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros. in theaters nationwide.­

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