300: Rise of an Empire Trailer 2013 Official Teaser - 2014 Movie [HD]

Hmm...this looks pretty good...larger in scale, but hopefully not losing that original, graphic novel feel. Time will tell, no doubt.

That's it for now,

Monty

Classic War Films Upgrade

I'm very aware of my lack of posting lately - there is painting (of sorts) going on in the background - but life has been soooo busy recently.

I will put some stuff up soon, but in the meantime, I though I would quickly highlight my latest classic war film upgrading to blu-ray from DVD (yes, extravagant, I know - but necessary...)

All are fantastic conversions with excellent full HD picture quality and Dolby 5.1 sound which breathes new life into them all round.

More to follow, including The Dambusters, which should have arrived with these, but has been delayed - drat!

That's it for now,

Monty

Happy New Year!

I've been wallowing in the annual festive fug  and all normal routine has been duly kicked into touch. However, prior to breaking off for Christmas I did complete a number of long term jobs I had on the go for some time and will post them upon my return to London in the New Year.

In the meantime a picture of my very modest Christmas swag will have to suffice - the little woman and I decided upon austerity measures this year due to the impending, delayed global financial collapse.  There are a couple of things missing, a few bottles of grog and  a blu-ray of one of my favourite films, Gangs of New York.

Two things worth mentioning; wargaming took a back seat on my austerity list, as I already have numerous uncompleted projects littered about the place. However, I can't wait to get my mitts on Conquest Games' Norman Infantry, which upon initial inspection, look great.

Another pressie I'm looking forward to getting to grips with is 'Decision Points' - the political memoirs of George W.Bush. We all know he is widely ridiculed - often unjustifiably - particularly among the naturally Left-leaning European press and has made a number of gaffes, usually during public speaking events; however, I find him fascinating and am looking forward to reading his account; my thoughts of which will be posted in due course.

2013 is a monumental year for me on a personal front, as redundancy looms which brings to an end nearly twenty-nine years service as a soldier in the British Army due to defence cuts. Suffice to say, new challenges abound!

All that remains though is to wish you all a very Happy New Year and look forward to more painting, gaming and blogging (but almost certainly not in that order!)

That's it for now,

Monty

World War Z Official Trailer

Here is the first official trailer for the much-delayed and publicised maligned film version of Max Brooks' novel of the same name. While I think the trailer looks pretty good, it bears no resemblance to the book which I read a couple of years ago.

There has been a lot of talk regarding apparent production issues, re-shoots and script problems meaning it will not now be released until next summer.

Let's hope it has all been worth it..

That's it for now,

Monty

Dredd Exclusive Trailer Debut [HD]

As a Judge Dredd fan from way back in Prog 2 and having despaired at the Stallone Hollywood-ised 1995, this looks pretty good and reminds me of the original Dredd concept and in particular the opening episode 'Whitey'...looking forward to September...

Iron Sky Official Trailer #2 - Nazi's on the Moon Movie (2012) HD

Another film preview, but this does look excellent for all the wrong reasons, it's even inspired me to dig out my Secrets of the Third Reich stuff...and start painting it again...


That's it for now,


Monty

Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter

This looks good fun, although I haven't read the book it's based on, I do own and have read Seth Grahame's other mash-up novel, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, which I recommend.

I am painting and making stuff, although fairly incoherently in the background, and will post some of my latest bits and pieces soon; in the meantime, enjoy ...


That's it for now,


Monty

Guns at Batasi

I mentioned the brilliant film 'Guns at Batasi' - which the good lady bought me last Christmas - back in January, and thought I would belatedly post this classic sequence of scenes for your perusal. 

For those that haven't watched the film, Richard Attenborough is at his best as RSM Lauderdale, the career soldier and focal point for his regiment, now under siege in his own mess following a mutiny by native troops in colonial Africa following a coup.

There are fantastic performances all round which are well worth an afternoon's viewing with your feet up; and while there may be no gun-play to speak of, despite the title, they demand your full attention.

Highly recommended.


That's it for now,


Monty 

The Professionals

Yeeesss! That classic series of the 80s' which no kid would be seen dead missing is coming to the big screen!

I only hope they don't 'Hollywood-ise' it, but keep it in its original early 1980s' setting, cast British actors; and keep Guy Ritchie well away....

In the meantime, another tangent is about to be turned, as I begin to research acquiring die- cast Ford Capris, Escorts and Mk 2 Transit vans...

Any suggestions for suitable figures...?

Regards,

Monty

Sucker Punch

Got to see this...

Monty

Centurion Exclusive Battlefield Clip HD

This is a 15-rated clip of the recently released Centurion film - so, if you are of a nervous disposition (or, indeed below that age) DON'T watch it! - which shows off Neil Marshall's trademark blood and guts approach brilliantly.

I enjoyed it much more than I thought I would and it's inspired me to dust off and complete my Warlord legionaries, which can't be bad!

Aside from the obvious flaws (hasta instead of pila and one obviously miscast actor, to name a couple) much of it - I thought, anyway - was pretty good; the legionaries' armour and helmets, for instance, put Gladiator's to shame and the whole thing had a more gritty, authentic feel to it (albeit due to budget constraints) making it far more accessable than its big budget rival.

History is isn't, however, it is a rollicking good ride!

Halo ODST Live-Action Battle

In preparation for the Halo Reach launch next week, I thought I would post this live actioner from Halo ODSTfor your perusal...

Zulu!!

...and now for something completely different...

Centurion Film

Hello all! I think most of you may have seen this already, but I think it looks pretty good...



Models to follow soon,

All the best,

Monty