G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra

18 January 2010

I have never been a fan of the G.I. Joe characters, whether in comic book form or as toys. Primarily because G.I. Joe is a US produce that didn’t really make it in Italy where I grew up. So, I was a bit skeptical about watching the movie. I thought it was going to be an over the top, plasticky film made for kids. I was wrong.

Yes, it is an over the top, full blown fantasy of a movie but it is incredibly well done. The special effects are excellent and the pace is great. It’s a non-stopping streak of explosions, car chases and incredible photography, under water, in the desert and in the sky.

I am now a fan and can’t wait for the sequel. If you enjoy action packed movies like X-Men or Start Trek, you’ll love this one too.

I should probably add that watching Sienna Miller/Ana DeCobray and Rachel Nichols/Scarlett O’Hara wearing a series of very hot costumes through out the movie and fist and kick fighting against each other in one of the best sequences of the film, is by itself worth the price of the ticket.

I can’t honestly remember who the male actors in the movie are.

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The Water Rat

Description and Character Traits
Chinese Symbols	Animal Symbol	Ancient Symbol	Element Symbol

	The Rat	The Child	Water
Brief Description	The Rat is highly imaginative, charming and very generous. They can sometimes be quick tempered and overly critical.
Positive Traits	charming, protective, compassionate, communicative, dynamic, familial, thrifty, skilful, sober upright, attractive, idealistic, prosperous, experimental, calm, sensual, loving, talented, adaptable, open-minded and brilliant entrepreneurs
Negative Traits	possessive, picky, defensive, excessive, addictive, fickle, stingy, bumptious, bossy, exploitive, anxious, argumentative, opinionated, overbearing and self-obsessed
General Description of All Rats	Being born under this sign determines many talents, as well as other characteristics that may not be so commendable. Rats are very lively and need a lot of mental and physical stimulation. They can be calm and perceptive, but sometimes their brains can cause a mental restlessness, tempting them to take on too much, only to discover they are unable to meet their commitments. Rats are blessed with one of the best intellects going. Add to their intelligence a curiosity and a bright imagination, and they seem as sharp as a needle. The sign of the Rat is the first sign in the cycle giving Rat people exude great leadership qualities and are good at taking the lead. They don't mind a lot of responsibility and they demonstrate a strong presence that other people respect. For those with the Rat nature, status and monetary satisfaction are the greatest motivation.
Detailed Description of The Water Rat	Being guided by the Water element means these Rats have a knack for influencing people. With their strong intellectual powers and great insight, they are also great puzzle solvers. They are quick to understand others and are incredibly practical people. Rats apply their talents to their everyday lives, making them obliging, generous and compassionate to other people. Generally, they are liked and respected by everyone. Like all Rats, however, they can be determined to seek their own gain, and will not mind using these talents to achieve it - though generally without losing anyone's respect in doing so.

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