5 Films You Should Be Watching This Christmas

Hey guys! With Christmas literally just around the corner, I figured now would be a great opportunity to plan my Christmas movies for this year. Y'know, just in case they're not on TV or if what they actually put on over Christmas is a load of twaddle.. So yeah, I thought I'd make a list of the Christmas films which you must watch over Christmas, regardless of whether the people who run TV channels view them or not! Let us begin..

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Elf (2003)

  Let's be honest, everyone loves Buddy - best elf ever!

The Holiday (2006)

Absolutely love this film, can't go wrong with a good RomCom - especially when they blast out Mr Brightside ♥

Miracle on 34th Street (1994)

Whoever says Santa isn't real has no trust in the big man. A lump of coal for you, nonbelievers!

Love Actually (2003)

Now, this year will be the first time I will actually watch this film all the way through.. But I'll trust my best friend's judgement when she says it's amazing

The Muppett Christmas Carol (1992)

My childhood Christmas' all summed up! I remember having this recorded on a video - that shows how old it is..

However, if you fancy hitting the big screens anytime soon, I would definitely recommend you go and watch Disney's latest release, Frozen (2013)

Such an amazing film and fun for all the family. I saw this a few days after it was released and instantly fell in love with it.In particular, the loveable snowman called Olaf. I love him so much, my brother and his girlfriend got me a huuuuge Olaf for Christmas.. Cheers, bro!

Enjoy your Christmas movie selection, guys! :-)

Films You Should Watch This Halloween!

Hey guys! First of all, HAPPY HALLOWEEN! :) whether you're trick or treating, pumpkin carving or having a quiet one today, I hope you have an amazing day. Now, thanks to today's ITV's This Morning, I thought I'd do a Halloween themed film post as I don't seem to have many film posts so this would be a pleasant change! With Halloween, the best movie selection involves a healthy mix of some horror films and some children's monster movies. Either way, a good line up is coming your way.. Let us begin!

1.  Monsters Inc (2001)

 

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Let's be honest, this isn't just a children's film. I'm 19 and this is still one of my favourite Pixar films of all time.. Alternatively, you could wait for Monsters University (2013) which is due to be released in November!

 

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2. Casper (1995)

 

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We need a friendly ghost for Halloween, what a classic!

3. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

 

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Some watch this for Christmas, some watch it for Halloween..

4. The Addams Family (1991)

 

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Need I say more?!

5. Scooby Doo 2 - Monsters Unleashed

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What better kid's horror than Scooby Doo?!

6. The Ring (2002)

 

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To this day, I am still terrified of this film!

7. The Purge (2013)

 

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One of the latest releases to hit the shelves, would recommend a watch.Definitely puts a spin on reality and would could happen..

8. Paranormal Activity (2007)

 

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Who doesn't love a haunted house?! Watch the whole quadrilogy if you dare.. Be warned, if you watch them in the order they should be in - 3, 2, 1, 4 - it may become scarier as it all makes sense! If you fancy something along the same lines, I would recommend The Blair Witch Project (1999) 

 

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9. A Nightmare On Elm Street (1978)

 

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Or you could watch the 2010 remake!

10. Saw (2004)

 

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Definitely a more psychologically thrilling horror, with extra gore on the side! Could go further and watch the entire collection, if you dare.. And have good control of your stomach

11. Insidious (2010) 

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After seeing the sequel recently, I would say this is a pretty good horror! Would definitely recommend Insidious 2 (2013) - explains a lot of the unexplained in the first! For my review of Insidious 2, click here

 

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12. Scream (1996)

 

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Seeing as this is one of the most popular masks around Halloween, why not see what all the fuss is about?! With the latest Scream 4 being shown on TV recently, why not relive the others?

13. House At The End Of The Street (2012)

 

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Let's just say I don't look at my neighbours the same way after seeing this! You never know what happens behind closed doors... Scary

14. Sinister (2012)

 

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Can't go wrong with a good horror, this is by far one of my favourites.

15. Halloween (1978)

 

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Or you could watch the 2007 remake, along with the other Halloween films!

16. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

  

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Nothing scarier than the sound of a chainsaw once you've seen this.. With the recent release of the 2013 remake, definitely one to see

 

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17. The Shining (1980)

 

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Personally, I didn't find this overly scary. But I'd love to hear what you guys think!

18. House of Wax (2005)

 

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You'll never look at candles or walk around Madame Tussauds the same way again..

19. Child's Play (1988)

 

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Well, let's just say dolls have never been scarier once you've seen Chucky!

20. The Scary Movie Collection (2000-2013)

 

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What better way to end a horror night with comedies which basically take away the horror of the films and, with the latest being released in 2013, you can round off your collection..

 

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21. Woman In Black (2012)

 

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Not even going to lie, I still have nightmares about this film

22. Final Destination Collection (2000-2011)

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Possibly the only series of gore films I can actually watch without throwing up and a pretty interesting storyline!

23. The Human Centipede (2009)

                                                                 

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Say no more.. Very disturbing film 

24. The Conjuring (2013)

 

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For more hauntings and spooky occurrences! To read my review, click here

25. Ghostbusters (1984)

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Need I say more. My all time favourite film, 100% recommend! 

Have a great Halloween, guys!

Console war - PS3 vs. XBOX

Hey guys! Right, I've recently decided I want a games console but I am really stuck for choice as to which one I should get. So I thought I'd weigh up the pro's and cons to see which one is better. Plus, I'd really love your input on this as I am really indecisive and some personal opinions would really help me in this situation. So, I've narrowed it down to two choices: 

Playstation 3 vs. XBOX.

 
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 Admittedly, I've wanted a gaming console for years. After getting my first games console when I was 16, the Nintendo Wii, I really wanted a more gaming console for me. We use the Wii as a family console, but I really want something I can call me own and use it at my own convenience. Be it watching a film on Lovefilm or Netflix or having a stress-free day where I can be lazy and play games all day. This was triggered more so after the recent release of GTAV (not a personal choice for me) as everyone was ranting on about how awesome gaming it and going on about their different consoles, and it really got me thinking. If I was to get one, which one would I get? Which one is better for me?

For starters, the PS3 has a Bluray player. This is an instant pro for me as I'm starting to invest in more and more Blurays and this could come in great use! Whereas, XBOX doesn't have Bluray. Admittedly, not the biggest problem in the world but it does sway the decision a bit. Next, they both have internet. As a film nerd, I love watching my films online. I've noticed both consoles have access to the likes of Lovefilm and Netflix. This would come in great use for me, but is it free to use on the consoles? I don't know. I have accounts on these sites (obviously), but can I access them for free on the console? 

Secondly, all I hear about the XBOX is the 'ring of death'. I never hear anything positive about it, apart from the fact it is really good for gaming. But how good? I usually hear how the PS3 is good with some games, but not so good with others. Which is the best for gaming? Admittedly, I will not be playing the typical GTA, FIFA or COD. They are not of interest at all. I like games such as Sims, Rayman etc. Y'know, older games which I would've played as I child. My final issue is cost. Let's be honest, I'm on supermarket wages and I'm a student. This means I am not made of money, unfortunately! This is a major issue as I want value for money and don't want to waste it on a console which isn't what is right for what I want it for.

As you can tell, I am really indecisive about this and in need of some direction to help me in the decision making. I am absolutely clueless and want the best console for what I want. 

PLEASE HELP ME, GUYS.