Law Abiding Citizen advanced screening a soaring success

Even though the advanced screening of Law Abiding Citizen, hosted by YEAHBO.DOT.NET, started a bit late because it was screened at the same theatre the Michael Jackson film screened (which overan its time), it was still a sounding success.

The guests started arriving as early as 16:45, amongst the early birds the very dignified and talented Lindelani Mkhize and his wife. I was very humbled and appreciative of their understanding of the late start to the joyous occassion.

Before the beginning of the movie, as usual I took to the mic to give away great goodies, including Bruno hampers, Virgin Active hampers, VIP tickets to MTV Base Night's monthly soiree taking place this coming friday, 06 November 2009, the same day Law Abiding Citizen hit cinemas throughout the country, as well as Jamie Foxx's Ignition CD's (thanks to Sony Music). The giveaway exercise proved very long when guests couldn't find the pieces of papers stuck beneat their seats, but recovered nicely as I got into a nice interaction with the guests, asking them questions related to the movie, as well as related to MTV Base Nights, (where hip hop outfit Jozi will be launching their new alabum), as well as related to YEAHBO.DOT.NET.

Although I had watched the film more than 2 weeks ago, I sat through the second half because I wanted to see the reactions of the guests when my favourite scene was running. As precisely as I had expected, everybody reacted the very same way I did; I chucked as they literally jumped off their seats. Law Abiding Citizen will keep you thrilled for the complete duration of the movie with the suspense, the mystery, the espionage and spycraft elements of the movie, the interesting and unique story, as well as the sterling performances from all the actors involved. The chemistry between the main rivals, Clyde and Eric, played by current Hollywood leading man Gerard Butler and Jamie Foxx respectively, is dynamic and superb. F. Gary Gray definitely has another winner in his hands. His directing shows his flair and understanding for the art.

It was great getting positive responses from the guests after the movie. People like Unreleased Records owner Draztik and actor and TV presenter Fezile Makhanya (whom I caught up with after not seeing him for a while) gave me their two cents, and my great friends Melanie Ramjee and Louise Pillay echoed their sentiments via Twitter minutes after seeing the movie. Below is more email responses I received from some of the guests that came through and who thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Thanks so much for the invite yesterday. The movie was awesome. Ninel you will
have to see it. More importantly thanks for distributing our flyers at your
events. Much appreaciated my friend. Melanie Ramjee

This movie was top-notch Khabazela!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tx for the
invite.
Mangaliso Pewa

Thanks for the invite . .movie was too nice,
Lets do this
again. Charlene Vilane.

Thanks for Sunday, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Belinda Belseck.

What a movie!!!!! I thoroughly enjoyed myself last nite. It may
have started late but it was worth the effort. Will definitely watch it again
and encourage friends to watch. Dimakatso Machepa.

Overall, it was a fun afternoon. Thanks top all that came through for the
support. Don't forget, Law Abiding Citizen is at cinemas nationwide this
coming Friday, 06 November 2009. Most have referred to it as the best movie
of the year. Go and check it out and tell us what you think.