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CHOICE WEB STAR: FEMALE
Bethany Mota (WINNER)
Eva Gutowski
Grace Helbig
Jen McAllister
Michelle Phan
Lele Pans

CHOICE WEB STAR: MALE
Cameron Dallas (WINNER)
Matthew Espinosa
Joey Graceffa
Ryan Higa
Felix Kjellberg
Tyler Oakley

CHOICE SUMMER SONG
“Worth It” -Fifth Harmony (WINNER)
“Bad Blood” – Taylor Swift & Kendrick Lamar
“Cheerleader” – OMI
“Cool For the Summer” – Demi Lovato
“Fight Song” -Rachel Platten
“Good For You” -Selena Gomez & A$AP Rocky

CHOICE FASHION: FEMALE HOTTIE
Fifth Harmony (WINNER)
Miley Cyrus
Cara Delevingne
Selena Gomez
Rihanna
Taylor Swift

CHOICE MUSIC: FEMALE ARTIST
Fifth Harmony (WINNER)
Barden Bellas
Cimorelli
HAIM
Icona Pop
Little Mix

CHOICE SELFIE TAKER
One Direction (WINNER)
Justin Bieber
Kim Kardashian
Kylie Jenner
Rihanna
Nicole Scherzinger

CHOICE FASHION: MALE HOTTIE
One Direction (WINNER)
5 Seconds Of Summer
Justin Bieber
Ryan Guzman
Austin Mahone
Zayn Malik

CHOICE TV ACTOR: COMEDY
Ross Lynch, Austin & Ally (WINNER)
Anthony Anderson, Blackish
Jamie Camil, Jane The Virgin
Chris Colfer, Glee
Jim Parsons, The Big Bang Theory
Andy Samberg, Brooklyn Nine-Nine

CHOICE MUSIC: PARTY SONG
“No Control” – One Direction (WINNER)
“BBHM” – Rihanna
“Blank Space” – Taylor Swift
“I Want You To Know” – Selena Gomez & Zedd
“Shut Up & Dance” – Walk The Moon
“Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson & Bruno Mars

CHOICE TV: DRAMA SHOW
Pretty Little Liars (WINNER)
Castle
Empire
The Fosters
Grey’s Anatomy
Nashville

CHOICE MOVIE ACTOR: ACTION
Paul Walker, Furious 7 (WINNER)
Vin Diesel, Furious 7
Ansel Elgort, The Divergent Series: Insurgent
Theo James, The Divergent Series: Insurgent
Taylor Lautner, Tracers
Dylan O’Brien, The Maze Runner

CHOICE MOVIE: ACTION
Furious 7 (WINNER)
The Divergent Series: Insurgent
Kingsman: The Secret Service
San Andreas
Tracers
The Maze Runner

CHOICE TV ACTRESS: SCI-FI/FANTASY
Nina Dobrev, The Vampire Diaries (WINNER)
Candice Accola, The Vampire Diaries
Jennifer Morrison, Once Upon A Time
Danielle Panabaker, The Flash
Emily Bett Richards, Arrow
Eliza Taylor, The 100

CHOICE MUSIC: R&B/HIP HOP ARTIST
Wiz Khalifa (WINNER)
Iggy Azalea
Drake
Nicki Minaj
The Weeknd
Kanye West

CHOICE MALE ATHLETE
Stephen Curry (WINNER)
American Pharoah/Victor Espinoza
Tom Brady
Lebron James
Cristiano Ronaldo
Jordan Spieth

CHOICE MOVIE ACTRESS: DRAMA
Chloe Grace Moretz, If I Stay (WINNER)
Felicity Jones, True Story / The Theory Of Everything
Blake Lively, The Age of Adaline
Britt Robertson, The Longest Ride
Kristen Stewart, Still Alice
Reese Witherspoon, Wild

CHOICE MOVIE ACTOR: Drama
Scott Eastwood, The Longest Ride (WINNER)
James Franco, True Story
Chris Hemsworth, Blackhat
Jonah Hill, True Story
Logan Lerman, Fury
Eddie Redmayne, The Theory of Everything

CHOICE WEB STAR: MUSIC
Shawn Mendes (WINNER)
Christina Grimmie
Jack & Jack
Tori Kelly
Lindsey Stirling
Sam Tsui

CHOICE TV: BREAKOUT SHOW
Empire (WINNER)
Becoming Us
Blackish
iZombie
Jane The Virgin
Younger

CHOICE MOVIE ACTOR: Sci-Fit/Fantasy
Josh Hutcherson, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 (WINNER)
George Clooney, Tomorrowland
Robert Downey Jr., Avengers: Age of Ultron
Chris Hemsworth, Avengers: Age of Ultron
Liam Hemsworth, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1
Channing Tatum, Jupiter Ascending

CHOICE COMEDIAN
Ellen DeGeneres (WINNER)
Jimmy Fallon
Kevin Hart
Jimmy Kimmel
George Lopez
Amy Schumer

CHOICE MOVIE ACTOR: COMEDY
Skylar Astin, Pitch Perfect 2 (WINNER)
Robbie Amell, The Duff
Jim Carrey, Dumb and Dumber To
Bradley Cooper, Aloha
Kevin James, Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2
Ben Stiller, Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb

CHOICE MOVIE ACTRESS: ACTION
Shailene Woodley, The Divergent Series: Insurgent (WINNER)
Jordana Brewster, Furious 7
Alexandra Daddario, San Andreas
Maggie Grace, Taken 3
Michelle Rodriguez, Furious 7
Kaya Scodelario, The Maze Runner

CHOICE MOVIE: Drama
If I Stay (WINNER)
The Age Of Adaline
Fury
The Longest Ride
McFarland, USA
The Theory Of Everything

CHOICE MOVIE: Sci-Fi/Fantasy
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (WINNER)
Avengers: Age of Ultron
Cinderella
The Hobbit: Battle Of the Five Armies
Mad Max: Fury Road
Tomorrowland

CHOICE MOVIE ACTRESS: Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Jennifer Lawrence, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 (WINNER)
Mackenzie Foy, Interstellar
Lily James, Cinderella
Scarlett Johansson, Avengers: Age of Ultron
Mila Kunis, Jupiter Ascending
Brit Robertson, Tomorrowland

CHOICE MOVIE: COMEDY
Pitch Perfect 2 (WINNER)
Aloha
The Duff
Dumb and Dumber To
Night At The Museum: Secret of the Tomb
Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2

CHOICE MOVIE ACTRESS: COMEDY
Anna Kendrick, Pitch Perfect 2 (WINNER)
Raini Rodriguez, Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2
Emma Stone, Aloha
Mae Whitman, The Duff
Rebel Wilson, Pitch Perfect 2
Reese Witherspoon, Hot Pursuit

CHOICE MOVIE: VILLAIN
Bella Thorne, The Duff (WINNER)
Rose Byrne, Spy
Vincent D’Onofrio, Jurassic World
Jason Statham, Furious 7
Donald Sutherland, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1
Kate Winslet, The DIvergent Series: Insurgent

CHOICE MOVIE: CHEMISTRY
Anna Kendrick and Brittany Snow, Pitch Perfect 2 (WINNER)
Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels, Dumb and Dumber To
The Cast of Furious 7
Thomas Mann and RJ Cyler, Me and Earl and the Dying Girl
Dylan O’Brien and Thomas Brodie-Sangster, The Maze Runner
Sofia Vergara and Reese Witherspoon, Hot Pursuit

CHOICE MOVIE: LIPLOCK
Shailene Woodley and Theo James, The Divergent Series: Insurgent (WINNER)
Jennifer Lawrence and Liam Hemsworth, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1
Blake Lively and Michiel Huisman, The Age of Adaline
Mae Whitman and Robbie Amell, The Duff
Rebel Wilson and Adam DeVine, Pitch Perfect 2
Reese Witherspoon and Sofia Vergara, Hot Pursuit

CHOICE MOVIE: HISSYFIT
Anna Kendrick, Pitch Perfect 2 (WINNER)
Lewis Black, Inside Out
Bryce Dallas Howard, Jurassic World
Melissa McCarthy, Spy
Reese Witherspoon,Hot Pursuit

CHOICE MOVIE: SCENE STEALER
Chris Evans, Avengers: Age of Ultron (WINNER)
Adam DeVine, Pitch Perfect 2
Green Bay Packers, Pitch Perfect 2
Nicholas Hoult , Mad Max: Fury Road
Hailee Steinfeld, Pitch Perfect 2
Miles Teller, The Divergent Series: Insurgent

CHOICE MOVIE: BREAKOUT STAR
Cara Delevingne, Paper Towns (WINNER)
Thomas Brodie-Sangster, The Maze Runner
Scott Eastwood, The Longest Ride
Taron Egerton, Kingsman: The Secret Service
Thomas Mann, Me and Earl and the Dying Girl
Elizabeth Olsen, Avengers: Age Of Ultron

CHOICE SUMMER MOVIE
Paper Towns (WINNER)
Inside Out
Jurassic World
Me and Earl and the Dying Girl
Spy
Terminator Genisys

CHOICE SUMMER MOVIE STAR: MALE
Channing Tatum, Magic Mike XXL (WINNER)
Dwayne Johnson, San Andreas
Chris Pratt, Jurassic World
Paul Rudd, Ant-Man
Adam Sandler, Pixels
Nat Wolff, Paper Towns

CHOICE SUMMER MOVIE STAR: FEMALE
Cara Delvingne, Paper Towns (WINNER)
Emilia Clarke, Terminator Genisys
Bryce Dallas Howard, Jurassic World
Evangeline Lilly , Ant-Man
Melissa McCarthy, Spy
Amy Poehler, Inside Out

CHOICE MUSIC: MALE ARTIST
Ed Sheeran (WINNER)
Jason Derulo
Nick Jonas
Shawn Mendes
Pitbull
Sam Smith

CHOICE MUSIC: FEMALE ARTIST
Taylor Swift (WINNER)
Iggy Azalea
Selena Gomez
Demi Lovato
Ariana Grande
Rihanna

CHOICE MUSIC GROUP: MALE ARTIST
One Direction (WINNER)
5 Seconds Of Summer
Fall Out Boy
Imagine Dragons
Maroon 5
One Republic

CHOICE MUSIC: COUNTRY ARTIST
Carrie Underwood (WINNER)
Luke Bryan
Florida Georgia Line
Hunter Hayes
Miranda Lambert
Blake Shelton

CHOICE MUSIC SINGLE: FEMALE ARTIST
“One Last Time” -Ariana Grande (WINNER)
“All About That Bass” – Meghan Trainor
“Bang Bang” – Jessie J, Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj
“Heartbeat Song” – Kelly Clarkson
“Pretty Girls” – Britney Spears & Iggy Azalea
“Shake It Off” – Taylor Swift

CHOICE MUSIC SINGLE: MALE ARTIST
“Thinking Out Loud” – Ed Sheeran (WINNER)
“Jealous” -Nick Jonas
“Lay Me Down” – Sam Smith
“Stitches” – Shawn Mendes
“Uptown Funk” – Bruno Mars & Mark Ronson
“Where R U Now” – Justin Bieber, Skrillex & Diplo

CHOICE MUSIC SINGLE: GROUP
“Steal My Girl” – One Direction (WINNER)
“Centuries” -Fall Out Boy
“Cool Kids” – Echo Smith
“Sugar” – Maroon 5
“What I Like About You” – 5 Seconds Of Summer
“Worth It” – Fifth Harmony

CHOICE MUSIC: INTERNATIONAL ARTIST:
Super Junior (WINNER)
2NE1
5 seconds Of Summer
Girls’ Generation
Little Mix
One Direction

CHOICE MUSIC: COUNTRY SONG
“Little Toy Guns” – Carrie Underwood (WINNER)
“21” – Hunter Hayes
“Kick The Dust Up” – Luke Bryan
“Sippin On Fire” – Florida Georiga Line
“Take Your Time” – Sam Hunt
“That Ghost” – Megan and Liz

CHOICE MUSIC: R&B/HIP HOP SONG
“See You Again” – Wiz Khalifa & Charlie Puth (WINNER)
“BBHM” – Rihanna
“Earned It” – The Weeknd
“Four Five Seconds” – Rihanna, Kanye West & Paul McCartney
“I Don’t Like It, I Love it” – FloRida, Robin Thicke & Verdine White
“Watch Me” – Silento

CHOICE MUSIC: ROCK SONG
“Take Me To Church” – Hozier (WINNER)
“Budapest” – George Ezra
“I Bet My Life” – Imagine Dragons
“Renegades” – X Ambassadors
“Tear In My Heart” – Twenty One Pilots
“Uma Thurman” – Fall Out Boy

CHOICE MUSIC: LOVE SONG
“Night Changes” – One Direction (WINNER)
“Black Magic” – Little Mix
“Earned It” – The Weeknd
“Sledgehammer” -Fifth Harmony
“Sugar” – Maroon 5
“Thinking Out Loud” – Ed Sheeran

CHOICE MUSIC: BREAK-UP SONG
“Bad Blood” – Taylor Swift & Kendrick Lamar (WINNER)
“Don’t” – Ed Sheeran
“Exs & Oh’s” -Elle King
“The Heart Wants What It Wants” – Selena Gomez
“Lips Are Moving” – Meghan Trainor
“Where R U Now” – Justin Bieber, Diplo & Skrillex

CHOICE SUMMER MUSIC STAR: FEMALE ARTIST
Taylor Swift (WINNER)
Selena Gomez
Ariana Grande
Demi Lovato
Rihanna
Nicki Minaj

CHOICE SUMMER MUSIC STAR: MALE ARTIST
Ed Sheeran (WINNER)
Justin Bieber
Jason Derulo
Andy Grammer
Shawn Mendes
The Weeknd

CHOICE SUMMER MUSIC STAR: GROUP
One Direction (WINNER)
5 Seconds Of Summer
Echosmith
Fifth Harmony
Little Mix
Maroon 5

CHOICE SUMMER TOUR
On The Road Again Tour, One Direction (WINNER)
The 1989 Tour, Taylor Swift
Boys Of Zummer Tour, Fall Out Boy & Wiz Khalifa
The Honeymoon Tour, Ariana Grande
Rock Out With Your Socks Out Tour, 5 Seconds of Summer
X, Ed Sheeran

CHOICE MUSIC: BREAKOUT ARTIST
Little Mix (WINNER)
Andy Grammer
ToveLo
Rachel Platten
Meghan Trainor
The Weeknd

CHOICE MUSIC: THE NEXT BIG THING
Bea Miller (WINNER)
Clark Beckham
Kailin & Miles
Skate Maloney
Neon Jungle
Spring King

CHOICE MUSIC: COLLABORATION
“Bad Blood” – Taylor Swift & Kendrick Lamar (WINNER)
“Hey Mama” – David Guetta, Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha & Afrojack
“Pretty Girls” – Britney Spears & Iggy Azalea
“See you Again” – Wiz Khalifa & Charlie Puth
“Uptown Funk” – Mark Ronson & Bruno Mars
“Where Are U Now” – Justin Bieber, Skrillex & Diplo

CHOICE MUSIC: SONG FROM MOVIE OR TV SHOW
“See You Again” – Wiz Khalifa & Charlie Puth, Furious 7 (WINNER)
“Believe” -Shawn Mendes, The Descendants
“Flashlight” – Jessie J, Pitch Perfect 2
“Gotta Be Me” – Teen Beach 2 Cast, Teen Beach 2
“Love Me Like You Do” – Ellie Goulding, Fifty Shades Of Grey
“You’re So Beautiful” – Jussie Smolett & Yazz, Empire

CHOICE TV ACTOR: DRAMA
Ian Harding , Pretty Little Liars (WINNER)
Keegan Allen, Pretty Little Liars
Jake T. Austin, The Fosters
Nathan Fillion, Nashville
Terrence Howard, Empire
Jussie Smolett, Empire

CHOICE TV ACTRESS: DRAMA
Lucy Hale, Pretty Little Liars (WINNER)
Taraji P. Henson, Empire
Maia Mitchell, The Fosters
Shay Mitchell, Pretty Little Liars
Hayden Panettiere, Nashville
Kerry Washington, Scandal

CHOICE TV: FANTASY/SCI-FI
The Vampire Diaries (WINNER)
The 100
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Arrow
Once Upon A Time
Sleepy Hollow

CHOICE TV ACTOR: SCI FI/FANTASY
Jared Padalecki, Supernatural (WINNER)
Stephen Amell, Arrow
Joseph Morgan, The Originals
Bob Morley, The 100
Ian Somerhalder, The Vampire Diaries
PaulWesley, The Vampire Diaries

CHOICE TV: COMEDY
The Big Bang Theory (WINNER)
Austin & Ally
Awkward
Girl Meets World
New Girl
Young & Hungry

Choice TV Actress: Comedy
Lea Michele – Glee (WINNER)
Dove Cameron – Liv and Maddie
Emily Osment – Young & Hungry
Gina Rodriguez – Jane The Virgin
Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting – The Big Bang Theory
Zendaya – KC Undercover

CHOICE TV: ANIMATED SHOW
Family Guy (WINNER)
Adventure Time
Gravity Falls
Regular Show
The Simpsons
Star Wars Rebels

CHOICE TV: REALITY SHOW
The Voice (WINNER)
Dance Moms
American Idol
Keeping Up With the Kardashians
Lip Sync Battle
Masterchef Junior

CHOICE TV: VILLAIN
A, Pretty Little Liars (WINNER)
Tom Cavanaugh, The Flash
The Dread Doctors, Teen Wolf
Terrence Howard, Empire
Matt Nable, Arrow
Chris Wood, The Vampire Diaries

CHOICE TV: SCENE STEALER
Dylan O’Brian, Teen Wolf (WINNER)
Trai Byers, Empire
Kat Graham, The Vampire Diaries
Sasha Pieterse, Pretty Little Liars
Bella Thorne, Scream
Ashley Tisdale, Young & Hungry

CHOICE TV: BREAKOUT STAR
Grant Gustin, The Flash (WINNER)
Candice Patton, The Flash
Gina Rodriguez, Jane The Virgin
Yara Shahidi, Blackish
Jussie Smolett, Empire
Yazz, Empire

CHOICE TV: CHEMISTRY
Jensen Ackles & Misha Collins, Supernatural (WINNER)
The Cast Of The Big Bang Theory
The Cast Of Empire
Kat Graham & Ian Somerhalder, The Vampire Diaries
Grant Gustin & Candice Patton, The Flash
Ross Lynch & Laura Marano, Austin & Ally

CHOICE TV: LIPLOCK
Nina Dobrev & Ian Somerhalder, The Vampire Diaries (WINNER)
Candice Accola & Paul Wesley, The Vampire Diaries
Jennifer Morrison & Colin O’Donoghue, Once Upon A Time
Candice Patton & Grant Gustin, The Flash
Emily Bett Richards & Stephen Amell, Arrow
Gina Rodriguez & Justin Baldoni, Jane The Virgin

CHOICE TV: SUMMER SHOW
Teen Wolf (WINNER)
Baby Daddy
Chasing Life
Faking It
Scream
So You Think You Can Dance

CHOICE TV SUMMER STAR: MALE
Tyler Blackburn, Pretty Little Liars (WINNER)
David Lambert, The Fosters
Ross Lynch, Teen Beach 2
Tyler Posey, Teen Wolf
Gregg Sulkin, Faking It
Mike Vogel, Under The Dome

CHOICE TV SUMMER STAR: FEMALE
Ashley Benson, Pretty Little Liars (WINNER)
Troian Bellisario, Pretty Little Liars
Willa Fitzgerald, Scream
Laura Marano, Austin & Ally
Maia Mitchell, Teen Beach 2
Italia Ricci, Chasing Life

CHOICE FEMALE ATHLETE
U.S. Women’s Soccer Team (WINNER)
Bella Twins
Simone Biles
Danica Patrick
Ronda Rousey
Serena Williams

CHOICE WEB STAR: COMEDY
Colleen Ballinger (WINNER)
Dude Perfect
Nash Grier
The Janoskians
Josh Peck
Lily Singh

CHOICE WEB STAR: FASHION/BEAUTY
Zoe Sugg (WINNER)
Andrea Brooks
Rachel Levin
Bethany Mota
Ingrid Nilsen
Michelle Phan

CHOICE SOCIAL MEDIA KING
Justin Bieber (WINNER)
Jimmy Fallon
LeBron James
Bruno Mars
Pitbull
Justin Timberlake

CHOICE SOCIAL MEDIA QUEEN
Caitlyn Jenner (WINNER)
Miley Cyrus
Selena Gomez
Nicki Minaj
Katy Perry
Taylor Swift

CHOICE TWIT
Taylor Swift (WINNER)
Justin Bieber
Lady Gaga
Katy Perry
Shakira
Justin Timberlake

CHOICE VINER
Cameron Dallas (WINNER)
Matthew Espinosa
Brittny Furlan
Logan Paul
Josh Peck
Lele Pons

CHOICE INSTAGRAMMER
Ariana Grande (WINNER)
Beyonce
Justin Bieber
Selena Gomez
Kylie Jenner
Kim Kardashian

CHOICE YOUTUBER
Kian Lawley (WINNER)
Conor Franta
Jenna Mourey
Bethany Mota
Tyler Oakley
Lilly Singh

CHOICE FANDOM
Super Junior (WINNER)
5 Seconds Of Summer
Fifth Harmony
Lady Gaga
Demi Lovato
One Direction

CHOICE DANCER
Chloe Lukasiak (WINNER)
Alison Holker
Derek Hough
Les Twins
tWitch
Maddie Ziegler

CHOICE MODEL
Kendall Jenner (WINNER)
Hailey Baldwin
Cara Delevingne
Gigi Hadid
Karlie Kloss
Robyn Lawley

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Movie Review: Katamarayudu

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Directed by: Kishore Kumar Pardasani

Written by: Siva

Studio: North Star Entertainment

Runtime: 149 minutes

Genre: Action, Drama

Cast:

Pawan Kalyan as Katamarayudu

Shruti Haasan as Avanthika

Siva Balaji as Katamarayudu’s younger brother

Ajay, Kamal Kamaraju, Chaitanya Krishna in supporting roles


Katamarayudu is a Telugu-language remake of the Tamil film Veeram. This movie blends family drama with high-octane action sequences, delivering a narrative that is quintessentially rooted in southern Indian cinema’s flair for heroism and larger-than-life characters.

The story revolves around Katamarayudu, a righteous and fiercely protective elder brother who has dedicated his life to looking after his younger siblings. Known for his aversion to marriage, his life takes a turn when Avanthika, a poised and graceful woman, enters his life. The movie skillfully combines lighthearted romance, brotherly camaraderie, and intense action sequences, creating an engaging watch for the masses.

Kishore Kumar Pardasani delivers a visually grand spectacle while staying true to the essence of its Tamil original. While the screenplay lacks novelty, it compensates with fast-paced action and emotional beats. The dialogues, although simple, hit the right chords when it comes to showcasing family bonds and love.

Pawan Kalyan is the heart of the film. His screen presence and charismatic portrayal of Katamarayudu dominate every frame. Shruti Haasan offers a refreshing on-screen presence, and her chemistry with Pawan Kalyan adds charm to the narrative. The supporting cast, especially the actors playing the brothers, do justice to their roles, adding depth to the storyline.

The film boasts meticulously choreographed fight scenes, which are a visual treat for action lovers. Anup Rubens’ background score and songs elevate the emotional and action-packed moments. His mass appeal and command over action and emotion anchor the movie effectively.

The film adheres to a conventional template, leaving little room for surprises. At 149 minutes, the film feels stretched, especially in the second half.

Katamarayudu is a feast for fans of Pawan Kalyan and action-packed family dramas. It carries the essence of mass entertainment but doesn’t break new ground. While it caters to the sensibilities of Telugu cinema audiences, others might find its predictability a drawback.

Rating: 8/10 Fans of Pawan Kalyan and high-energy action films will undoubtedly enjoy this one, but those looking for a novel story might find it wanting.

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You Are Not Ready for ‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes On’

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“Do you want to watch a film with me? It’s called Marcel the Shell with Shoes On”

“What?”

“It’s about a little shell named Marcel who wears shoes.”

“…”

And that about sums it up! It’s the blob of a week between Christmas and New Year so it was the optimum time to watch a very surreal film recently added to UK Netflix. 

Released in 2021 (a blob of a year) Marcel the Shell with Shoes On is about a one-inch-tall shell called Marcel who lives with his grandmother, Connie, in an Airbnb. Marcel usually stays out the way of the house’s various guests as he utilizes his only means of fast transportation (a tennis ball) and walks his pet lint on a string (Alan). This is until a documentary filmmaker named Dean, who is staying at the Airbnb, discovers Marcel and his unique lifestyle.

As filmmakers are wont to do Dean begins to film interviews with Marcel, consequently we get an insight into Marcel’s world both inside and out. Yes, Marcel is a stop-motion hermit crab shell with surprisingly expressive googly eyes but he feels very human. I was unsure about Marcel’s age and gender because he sounds a lot like Lisa Simpson, I did even check that Marcel wasn’t voiced by Yeardly Smith. But Marcel is voiced superbly by Jenny Slate. Marcel comes off as quite childlike with his wide-eyed optimism and naivety (he is a shell I suppose). Yet, like many children, Marcel will utter something so profound he will seem more of a fossil than a shell. When Dean uploads Marcel’s interviews onto YouTube Marcel of course becomes a viral sensation. Marcel reads the comments on his videos, using his tiny shoes to activate the laptop touchpad, which is just adorable! Despite his obvious popularity, Marcel remarks; “It’s an audience. It’s not a community.” Which just drives a stake into the heart of social media.

No, Marcel does not become a teeny-tiny-TikToker, he in fact uses the internet to find his lost community. The house used to be full of anthropomorphic objects including Marcel’s own shell family. They had been living in the house for generations, Connie herself came from the garage travelling by coat pocket to the main house; it’s why she has an accent. Among the community there are anthropomorphic pieces of cereal and because the internet notices this stuff; a tampon! An unfortunate event occurred and the community were accidentally removed from their home one tragic night, leaving Marcel and Connie on their own. 

Being an A24 film I knew it would get deep. Marcel’s journey gives the audience a unique perspective of life, death, and community. In a modern world where we are more connected than ever but loneliness has been recognized as a universal health crisis. We could all learn something from this talented little shell and his grandmother. Be like Marcel and don’t get sanded down by life, stay connected to your community and know you are not just rattling around on your own!

It’s a beautifully poignant and quirky film. Despite its metaphysical and existential content, the film doesn’t take itself too seriously. Whether it’s Marcel making rope by winding together the pubic hairs he finds in the drain (he calls them ‘hardy hairs’) or sleeping on slices of bread referring to them as his ‘breadroom’. The film is painstakingly detailed and you can see its roots in a short film. It’s a delightful adventure that has something far bigger to say than its minuscule protagonist.

Five stars. 

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As an anime enthusiast and entertainment journalist, I’ve curated a list of the top five must-see anime series of 2024. These selections showcase the diversity and creativity that define the medium, offering compelling narratives and stunning animation.


Delicious in Dungeon
This series combines culinary arts with fantasy adventure, following a group of dungeon explorers who cook and eat the monsters they defeat. The unique premise and mouth-watering depictions of fantasy cuisine make it a standout this year. Kaiju No. 8
Set in a world plagued by kaiju attacks, the story centers on a protagonist who gains the ability to transform into a kaiju himself. The series offers a fresh take on the kaiju genre, blending action with deep character development.


Kaiju No. 8
Set in a world plagued by kaiju attacks, the story centers on a protagonist who gains the ability to transform into a kaiju himself. The series offers a fresh take on the kaiju genre, blending action with deep character development. Solo Leveling
Adapted from the popular web novel, this anime follows a weak hunter who becomes the world’s strongest after a mysterious system grants him unique abilities. Its dynamic animation and gripping storyline have captivated audiences worldwide.


Solo Leveling
Adapted from the popular web novel, this anime follows a weak hunter who becomes the world’s strongest after a mysterious system grants him unique abilities. Its dynamic animation and gripping storyline have captivated audiences worldwide. The Elusive Samurai
Set in feudal Japan, this historical series follows a young samurai who uses his agility and wit to survive in a turbulent era. The anime’s blend of historical context and engaging action sequences has garnered critical acclaim.


The Elusive Samurai
Set in feudal Japan, this historical series follows a young samurai who uses his agility and wit to survive in a turbulent era. The anime’s blend of historical context and engaging action sequences has garnered critical acclaim. Dragon Ball Daima
The latest installment in the iconic Dragon Ball franchise, this series introduces new transformations and challenges for Goku and his friends. Its high-octane battles and nostalgic elements appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers.


Dragon Ball Daima
The latest installment in the iconic Dragon Ball franchise, this series introduces new transformations and challenges for Goku and his friends. Its high-octane battles and nostalgic elements appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers. These anime series exemplify the innovation and storytelling prowess that continue to drive the medium’s global popularity. Whether you’re a seasoned otaku or new to anime, these titles are essential viewing for 2024.

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