Archive for September, 2012
Reviews: Film – Arbitrage
by Suzan Ryan on Sep.26, 2012, under Reviews
Directors: Nicholas Jarecki
Cast: Richard Gere, Susan Sarandon, Tim Roth, Brit Marling, Laetita Casta
MADMAN FILMS
RICHARD Gere puts in a compelling performance as hedge-fund magnate Robert Miller that’s sure to have him getting a few nominations come awards season. Robert exudes power and control over every aspect of his life, but it’s clear that cracks are starting to show as he attempts to hide the stresses of the crucial sale of his business that’s not quite on the level.
His daughter Brooke (Marling), who works for Robert, catches wind that something is amiss while internally auditing the business acquisition. To further complicate matters, Robert’s mistress Julie (Casta) is sick of playing the role of ‘other woman’ and the cracks are starting to show in their secret affair.
In order to keep his mistress happy, Robert proposes a road trip but, after falling asleep at the wheel, is involved in a car crash that threatens to bring his love affair into the public eye; a revelation that will affect his home life and the sale of his business. When the persistent Detective Michael Bryer (Roth) takes on the case with his vendetta against the 1%, Robert has to work hard to keep the right people quiet and ensure the business transaction goes ahead.
Arbitrage can be slow in parts, but is driven forward by the intriguing characters and tense events that frequent the storyline. It’s certainly not everyone’s cup of tea—particularly given its exploration of topical albeit alien-to-most 1% characters—but it is a dramatic thriller that constantly pushes Robert to new lows when plot turns consistently ask, ‘What are you willing to do to keep the status quo?’
If you’re a fan of character-driven corporate-level films such as the recent (and brilliant) Margin Call, Arbitrage is bound to have you hooked from start to finish.
ARBITRAGE is in cinemas on the 27th of September.
Review: Nathan Lawrence
Reviews: Film – Looper
by Suzan Ryan on Sep.25, 2012, under Reviews
Directors: Rian Johnson
Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis, Emily Blunt, Jeff Daniels, Pierce Gagnon
ROADSHOW FILMS
2012 has been a big year for sci-fi, but while the various remakes (Total Recall), prequels (Prometheus) and sequels (Men In Black III) have proven to be divisive among critics and cinemagoers, one sci-fi film is set to impress across the board.
Best of all, it doesn’t slot into any of those aforementioned categories. Looper offers a breath of fresh air on the time-travel formula. As with any great film that has time travel, the sci-fi mumbo jumbo takes a back seat to strong characters, a compelling storyline and, in the instance of Looper, plenty of action to move it forward.
Joe (Gordon-Levitt) is one of a group of hitmen known as ‘Loopers’ in the year 2042. He has the job of waiting in a field for his targets—hooded and bound—to be transported back in time for assassination. Joe then disposes of the target body that technically doesn’t exist, collects the silver bars that are strapped to the target’s back, and enjoys all of the perks of a well-paying gig.
To kill time, Joe practices a foreign language; all part of his bigger plan to eventually leave the Looper lifestyle and comfortably retire far away from his old life. Joe’s plans are unravelled, though, when his future self (Willis) is sent back in time and escapes before Joe can knock him off.
Because of his failure, Joe’s boss (Daniels) sends his goons to hunt down present and future him. Present Joe is keen to ‘fix the mistake’—that is to say, kill his future self—while future Joe is willing to go to any lengths to protect the woman he loves; a woman that present Joe is years away from meeting.
After barely escaping capture, present Joe stumbles onto a farm that’s occupied by Sara (Blunt) and her son Cid (Gagnon). With both versions of Joe being hunted, it’s only a matter of time before an inevitable showdown between them and the mob goons that are pursuing both men.
Aside from some pacing issues in the first half of the film, Looper is an immersive and engaging world right from the beginning. Writer/director Rian Johnson has come a long way since his humble beginnings with cult-classic detective noir high-school tale Brick; even if some of that noir influence is present in Looper.
Thanks to some impressive prosthetics work and a lot of acting skill, Joseph Gordon-Levitt plays such a believable version of a younger Bruce Willis that you’ll wish they had more screen time together. Watching them talk it out, shoot it out or, hell, even stare it out, are some of the most entertaining moments of the film.
Everyone brings out their A-game for Looper, too. Gordon-Levitt and Willis carry the film, but the supporting cast brings the goods to the table, lifting Looper to impressive heights. Jeff Daniels adds depth to his mob boss character, Emily Blunt puts in her best performance to date as Sara, but special praise has to go out to child-actor Pierce Gagnon who sinks his teeth into a layered character in much the same way that Hayley Joel Osment did in The Sixth Sense. This kid is one to watch for future films.
While the action is solid and frequent enough to keep action-junkies sated, the real surprise is just how dark Rian Johnson is willing to go with the material. Present Joe’s insistence on killing his future self is really only the beginning. Once you see how far future Joe is willing to go to protect the woman he loves, you may have to collect your jaw off the ground.
It’s because of this and the alignment of all the factors that make a film great—performances, plot and character arcs—that keeps Looper fresh from start to finish. Looper isn’t just one of the best sci-fi films of 2012; it’s one of the best films of the year. Go see it.
LOOPER is in cinemas on the 27th of September.
Review: Nathan Lawrence
WINNER: PET OF THE YEAR 2012
by nick on Sep.15, 2012, under Pet of the Year, Splash
NIKITA SAGE
CONGRATULATIONS to Australian Penthouse PET OF THE YEAR 2012, Nikita Sage.
The 28-year-old all-natural Melbourne model is also October 2011 Pet of the Month
Nikita will shoot her December 2012 edition Pet of the Year cover & centrefold next Tuesday with renowned glamour photographer Andrew K. The issue is on sale November 14, so call 136 116 now to subscribe and secure your copy of our hottest issue of the year!
Photography: Richard Arthur / shot on location at Minx Bar, Sydney
My awesome year as a Penthouse Pet!
by Nikita Sage on Sep.14, 2012, under Nikita Sage
Wow what a year!
I can’t believe it’s already time for the annual Australian Penthouse Pet of the Year Party.
In the past year I’ve been all over the country and internationally promoting Penthouse and myself to win the Pet of the Year.
I’ve enjoyed meeting my wonderful fans, all the beautiful fellow Penthouse Pets, making new friends and business contacts, traveling and seeing parts of the country I’ve never been to before.
The past year I’ve promoted at Discovery Nightclub in Darwin, Men’s Gallery in Melbourne, Melbourne Sexpo, Calendar Girls in New Zealand, Santa Fe Gold in Townsville,
Hollywood Show Girls on the Gold Coast, Capital Men’s Club in Canberra, Men’s Gallery in Hobart and Minx Bar in Sydney.
I was also a presenter at the Eros Shine Awards which was such an awesome thing to be asked to do!
It’s been an amazingly hectic schedule! With interstate and international appearances along with my weekends being booked out solidly in Melbourne, I’ve been a very busy girl and
I’ve loved every second of it.
It’s been such an incredible experience and I’m excited to announce that I have even more tours lined up in future!
Thank you to Australian Penthouse for giving me the opportunity to be on the front cover of your amazing magazine! You have made my dreams come true! And it is such an honor to work for you!
I’ve had some amazing people in my corner who I’d also like to acknowledge:
Thanks to 2010 Australian Pet of the Year Jewell Tyler, 2012 American Pet of the Year Jenna Rose, Penthouse Store and Vince Neil from Motley Crue for helping with voting, as well as all of my friends and family who posted it everywhere for me!
Also I would like to thank the fans for buying my magazines, voting for me and making me feel so appreciated, You guys Rock!! 
Well its time that I start getting ready for the POTY party! I’m so looking forward to it See you all at Centerfold Lounge tonight! Fingers crossed
Love Nikita xxx
@CassidyCruise Twas the night before
by Cassidy Cruise on Sep.13, 2012, under Cassidy Cruise
WOW, I can’t believe it’s almost time for Pet Of The Year 2013… it’s seems like it was only a few weeks ago I was out as March Pet of the Month but the calendar says it was 7 months ago! Well, I have had a great time… dancing in NZ and the Pet Party at Hollywoood on the GC, featuring in Perth & my benefit night at Minx in Sydney and of course shooting so many of Aussie babes and international stars. It’s been a real honour to be a Pet and it’s amazing what doors open when you say you’re with Australian Penthouse Mag
I’m flying down to Melbourne tomorrow morning so see you all there and of course best wishes and good luck to the 6 other beautiful Pets who will also be performing at tomorrows big show.
xoxox and thanks for all your support!
Cassidy
Gallery: Brett Rossi
by Suzan Ryan on Sep.13, 2012, under Girl Galleries, Web Exclusives
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We’re so very glad that sexy Brett Rossi dropped out of nursing school to become an erotic model and film star…
Photography: PRESTON GEOFFREY PARKER
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Pet of the Year 2012 – Voting has now closed!
by SteveH on Sep.13, 2012, under Pet of the Year, Vote for your Pet
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The Pet of the Year represents the modern woman: confident, assured, fit, healthy and intelligent. Not only is she at her physical peak, she represents balance—she hasn’t gone overboard with cosmetic procedures—she remains herself; she is the best that she can be. She is fit, strong and confident. She is professional, a great brand ambassador; she is a beauty inside and out. It takes more than a pretty face to take the title. Have your say. Vote now! VOTING HAS NOW CLOSED!
SEE YOU AT CENTREFOLD LOUNGE, KING STREET, MELBOURNE THIS FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 14 AT AUSTRALIAN PENTHOUSE MAGAZINE’S PET OF THE YEAR 2013!
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Melbourne hottie Nikita Sage just can’t stop winning. As well as being crowned our 2011 Aussie Babes champion, she was recently named Best Female Stripper at the Australian Adult Industry Awards
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Sensual Jessica Zaine can hold her liquor and has a Sunday tradition that involves girlfriends, a steam room and a bucket of water…
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Three-times Pet of the Month Cassidy Cruise really knows how to please…
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Queensland stunner Angelina Le Sway likes her music heavy and her sex kinky, which makes her a perfect Pet of the Month…
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Gorgeous Gabriella Grace is a showgirl at Centrefold Lounge in Melbourne, but this is her first-ever nude photoshoot. And boy was it worth the wait!
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Hot Sydneysider Zena may be a first-time glamour model, but she clearly has the goods when it comes to getting her gear off
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Byron Bay babe Jayden Paris may not be a member of the mile-high club, but her sexiness soars in her first-ever nude shoot…
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Pet of the Month October 2012, Kelly Surfer
by nick on Sep.12, 2012, under Current Issue, More Pets, Pet of the Month, POTM Feature, Splash, The Magazine
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MAKING WAVES
Born in Canberra, kinky Kelly Surfer has gone from Australia’s Capital to the porn capital of the world, and is taking the American adult industry by storm…
Photography: Dylan Keyes
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4 days to go til POTY 2012!
by Nikita Sage on Sep.11, 2012, under Nikita Sage
Hey guys! Make sure you come down and support your favorite Pet this Friday 14th September at Centerfold Lounge- 22 King Street, Melbourne! Starts at 9pm
I’ll be performing a sexy stage show and selling signed copies of my magazine so don’t be shy come up and say HI!!
If you haven’t done so already there is still time to vote for me to be the next Pet of the Year, every vote counts! x
Looking forward to catching up with all of the beautiful Pets and fans!
Love Nikita xxx
All of the stunning Pets (and me lol) up for the title this year!
@CassidyCruise – 5 day countdown to POTY
by Cassidy Cruise on Sep.10, 2012, under Cassidy Cruise
Well it’s down to the last week before the big POTY party at Centerfold Lounge in Melbourne this Friday!!! It’s gonna be a great bunch of shows so if you don’t have your tix get them now. I (along with all the other Pets I’m sure) have been feverishly busy trying to get ready… I’ve gone through a bunch of ideas as to what to wear (if you’ve been following my posts you will have seen some of my concepts) but have now finally finalized everything so it’s been a busy couple days sourcing things and refreshing my sewing skills:
Can’t wait for Friday and see you all there!
xox Cassidy
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