I know I'm in the minority here but I don't really understand why people are mad about this short. I went into Coco not knowing this was the short ahead of it and I enjoyed the whole thing. Obviously people are entitled to their own opinions but I found this inoffensive and sweet like the rest of Frozen. It came a few years after the over saturation so it wasn't annoying to me. Also I didn't even realize how long the short was, it felt normal short length for me (10 minutes max).
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Crazy Rich Asians
(2018)
One of the best romantic comedies I've seen
15 April 2019
Like seriously. The last 10-15 years have been pretty much useless when it comes to good romantic comedies. The story was meaningful and the sets and costumes were awesome. Also the soundtrack was practically flawless, usually I like 1 or 2 songs but I loved the whole thing.
Incredibles 2
(2018)
If you're complaining about this film then you obviously didn't watch the first one...
12 July 2018
Warning: Spoilers
I enjoyed this film, it's not as good as the first but it's still way better than any of the Toy Story films (in my opinion). Sure the story is flawed but the animation is gorgeous and I think all of the recurring characters are represented well.
To those parents who are complaining about curse words, alcohol, and other "adult content" in this film: did you watch The Incredibles (2004)? Like even a little bit? Because there are many questionable scenes and elements that I think you're forgetting:
And probably many other things... Remember that both films are PG which means PARENTAL GUIDANCE, so it's your job to decide what is appropriate for your kids to watch, NOT filmmakers. Don't blame them when you took your kid to see the film.
And to you people who have a problem with the "feminist" message: grow up. Nothing in this film contradicts the previous film's lore in any way. Elastagirl was always a strong hero who didn't want to leave saving the world to the men.
To those parents who are complaining about curse words, alcohol, and other "adult content" in this film: did you watch The Incredibles (2004)? Like even a little bit? Because there are many questionable scenes and elements that I think you're forgetting:
- A guy attempts suicide in the first 15 minutes of the film (stopped by Mr. Incredible). He later sues him for "ruining {his} death".
- A man is THROWN through the walls of an office building by MR. INCREDIBLE in a fit of rage. He sustains FULL BODY injuries.
- A robot asks Mr. Incredible if he'd "care for more mimosa", for those who are complaining about Helen drinking in this film...
- MULTIPLE onscreen deaths throughout the film (mostly redshirts), including a whole montage of Supers dying from cape-related fatalities. The skeleton of a Super is even shown. The body count is around 21, with 15 mentioned deaths. I mean, Syndrome is freaking sucked into a jet engine by his cape and blows up.
- Helen suspects Bob is cheating on her when he's doing the hero work (I think this is pretty heavy for a kids film, don't you think).
- Mr. Incredible threatens to crush Mirage "like a toothpick" after he thinks his family has been killed by MISSILES.
- Characters (including children) are shot at, mostly by automatic weapons.
- Children are punched and thrown by henchmen.
- Syndrome talks about Mr. Incredible and Elastagirl getting "bizay".
- When Edna first sees Bob on the camera she says, "My god, you've gotten fat!" For those who are complaining about the use of the Lord's name in vain.
And probably many other things... Remember that both films are PG which means PARENTAL GUIDANCE, so it's your job to decide what is appropriate for your kids to watch, NOT filmmakers. Don't blame them when you took your kid to see the film.
And to you people who have a problem with the "feminist" message: grow up. Nothing in this film contradicts the previous film's lore in any way. Elastagirl was always a strong hero who didn't want to leave saving the world to the men.
Finding Christmas
(2013 TV Movie)
Genderbent, more Family-Friendly Version of "The Holiday"
10 December 2016
Warning: Spoilers
I went into this knowing that the synopsis of this film was nearly identical to "The Holiday", but I was still curious to compare the two. And the title of this review is pretty much all you need to know. This was a decent movie, the acting is passable, and if I hadn't already seen "The Holiday" I probably would have thought the idea was pretty unique. The problem is that the story lacked the depth and charm that "The Holiday" has. They took elements from the original movie and watered them down.
I'll give some examples but just be warned, mild spoiler alert. Two guys suffer major relationship blows right before Christmas and they decide to do a house swap. Now I know house swaps are a thing but they're not really that common. Instead of England and LA, the guys trade their places in New York and North Carolina. The city guy has a difficult time adjusting to country life at first, just like Cameron Diaz's character in "The Holiday". Country boy makes friends with City boy's assistant and the slow-burn romance commences. City boy meets Country boy's sister who is unlike any woman he's ever been in a relationship with. They date, all the while she keeps her son a secret from him. This works in "The Holiday" because you don't previously know that Graham has daughters, so it's a shock (and pleasant surprise) that the girls who are calling him aren't looking for a hookup, they just miss their dad, whereas in "Finding Christmas" you know from the first or second scene that Ryan has a son. City boy's almost-fiancée follows him to the country to get back with him. All of the problems are resolved and both couples spend the holidays together.
Like I said, it's an OK film (plus Owen is pretty cute!) but "The Holiday" is so much better. This story is very superficial and bland, but in "The Holiday" you see real character development from all of the characters, especially Iris and Amanda. I am definitely biased because "The Holiday" is one of my favorite movies of all time, let alone favorite Christmas movie.
I'll give some examples but just be warned, mild spoiler alert. Two guys suffer major relationship blows right before Christmas and they decide to do a house swap. Now I know house swaps are a thing but they're not really that common. Instead of England and LA, the guys trade their places in New York and North Carolina. The city guy has a difficult time adjusting to country life at first, just like Cameron Diaz's character in "The Holiday". Country boy makes friends with City boy's assistant and the slow-burn romance commences. City boy meets Country boy's sister who is unlike any woman he's ever been in a relationship with. They date, all the while she keeps her son a secret from him. This works in "The Holiday" because you don't previously know that Graham has daughters, so it's a shock (and pleasant surprise) that the girls who are calling him aren't looking for a hookup, they just miss their dad, whereas in "Finding Christmas" you know from the first or second scene that Ryan has a son. City boy's almost-fiancée follows him to the country to get back with him. All of the problems are resolved and both couples spend the holidays together.
Like I said, it's an OK film (plus Owen is pretty cute!) but "The Holiday" is so much better. This story is very superficial and bland, but in "The Holiday" you see real character development from all of the characters, especially Iris and Amanda. I am definitely biased because "The Holiday" is one of my favorite movies of all time, let alone favorite Christmas movie.
Rabbit Hole
(2010)
One of the worst films I have ever seen.
20 September 2016
Warning: Spoilers
Honestly I wish I could give this movie a 0 because that's what I truly think about it. Also sorry in advance if my review seems kind of disjointed. This is basically a rant.
My dad made me watch this movie a few years ago and he really liked it but I absolutely hated it. I really didn't like the message of the movie. Basically the only reason the couple stay together is to put on a show. Pretend everything is alright even though they are on the brink of divorce. I know people grieve in different ways but I didn't like how the characters acted after their son died. The woman was very mean and angry (she even slaps a mother in a grocery store across the face because she wouldn't buy her son fruit snacks...). The man skipped out on support group meetings with a woman he became friends with and they decided to smoke weed in her car instead. And the couple together just weren't very nice people. They were very high strung and annoyed every time someone tried to comfort them. Sure, not everyone is good at comforting people but you could at least appreciate the effort. Also, I'm not sure 100% but the score sounded completely recycled from other films.
My dad made me watch this movie a few years ago and he really liked it but I absolutely hated it. I really didn't like the message of the movie. Basically the only reason the couple stay together is to put on a show. Pretend everything is alright even though they are on the brink of divorce. I know people grieve in different ways but I didn't like how the characters acted after their son died. The woman was very mean and angry (she even slaps a mother in a grocery store across the face because she wouldn't buy her son fruit snacks...). The man skipped out on support group meetings with a woman he became friends with and they decided to smoke weed in her car instead. And the couple together just weren't very nice people. They were very high strung and annoyed every time someone tried to comfort them. Sure, not everyone is good at comforting people but you could at least appreciate the effort. Also, I'm not sure 100% but the score sounded completely recycled from other films.
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