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It is now time to get serious and start studying for finals. But we all know we still need time to relax to relieve some of the anxiety. If you are looking for an excuse to take a break from studying for your finals you should check out one of these movies.
 
Thor
 
The Marvel comic superhero, Thor, has been adapted to the big screen. Thor did a great job adapting the comic book to the screen. Although there are many elements that were taking out of the film (such as Thor being placed into a different body when sent to Earth), the movie was still entertaining. Chris Hemsworth takes on the role of Thor and plays the hunky egotistic warrior well. Natalie Portman is also a great addition to the film bringing her charm and humility to the role.
 
Overall the film was good but lacked a lot of plot when it came to explaining the romance between Thor (Hemsworth) and Jane (Portman). If you are looking for a packed with action and a warrior looking for redemption then Thor is the movie to see.
 
Reasons why you should see Thor:
-Natalie Portman is an amazing actress.
-If you have a crush on someone that is into comic books this is a good excuse to ask them out.
-Thor is a prequel to the upcoming film The Avengers. It will come in handy to know some of the plot when the movie is released.
-And of course Chris Hemsworth (aka Thor) is hot!
 
 
 
The Hangover Part II
 

The Hangover Part II is the sequel to the The Hangover that was released in 2009. The plot of the film continues with the loveable cast moving their crazy adventures from Las Vegas to Thailand. Another wedding is taking place for Stu (Ed Helms) and during a pre-wedding meal the chaos begins for the guys again.
 
Overall the film is hilarious but cannot match the comedy power of the first film. But if you are in the mood for a good laugh then this is the movie to take a break for.
 
Reasons why you should see The Hangover Part II:
-It is definitely a good laugh.
-Bradley Cooper is hot!
-Zach Galifianakis is hilarious
-There is a monkey in the movie!
 
Other movies you may want to check out that have been recently released:
Bridesmaids
Kung Fu Panda 2
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
Rio
Fast Five
Something Borrowed
 
 

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Madeline Hunt is a senior at UCLA majoring in Communication Studies with a minor in Spanish. Originally from the laidback beach-town of Santa Barbara, the California native finds the fast-paced nature and eccentricity of LA extremely exciting. Once more, she decided to expand her horizons when she studied abroad this past fall in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Madeline wants to pursue a career in the entertainment industry and is considering broadcast journalism and public relations as potential options. On campus, she is currently the Public Relations & Marketing Director for the student- run organization Fashion and Student Trends and an intern at E! News. She served as an entertainment reporter on UCLA’s accredited student newspaper, The Daily Bruin, under the video division and is a current member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. During her free time, she enjoys playing tennis, exercising, going to the beach, shopping (online shopping will be the death of her!), reading Glamour and Cosmo, eating Mexican food and sushi, spending time with her friends, practicing her Spanish, and satisfying her weakness for caffeine with Starbuck’s lattes.