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Abigail (2024)
Lose the excitement, it's a background movie
What a disappointment.
The movie falls short of its intriguing tagline, devolving into a bland teenage comedy devoid of substance or intellectual depth.
Melissa Barrera's amateurish acting ruins the movie, with her performance lacking consistency, authenticity, and impact. She is expressionless, uninteresting, annoying, and hard to watch.
Kathryn Newton's performance is equally appalling, offering no redemption at all.
While Dan Stevens delivers decently, Kevin Durand's character falls into the realm of absurdity, but maintains to captivate the viewer to some degree.
As a vampire movie, it lacks the excitement and surprise expected, with vampires portrayed as weak and unremarkable. Giancarlo Esposito's portrayal stands out as a brief moment of satisfaction, showcasing the dark intensity needed to elevate the film, reminiscent of clashes with Wesley Snipes as Blade.
1923 (2022)
Overall, it disappointed, considering the praise it had gotten
1923 presents a mixed bag, weaving interconnected storylines but stumbling in various areas.
Notably, Jacob Dutton's depiction as an old wimp lacking strategic intellect and grit disappoints.
The drawn-out and overdramatized romance between Spencer and Alex overstays its welcome, bogging down the narrative.
The delayed climax of Spencer's return as the Dutton legacy's savior and warrior arrives too late, dampening viewer interest during the show.
The show's excessive mini drama stories and irrelevant violence over western violence detract from its historical authenticity.
It felt like a soap opera and didn't have the magic of 1883 or Yellowstone.
Despite some engaging moments, the lack of impact by episode 6 leaves viewers disenchanted, leading to a disappointing finale with episode 8 which is an utter disappointment of the show.
TV shows that I score 8 and above are exceptional, with minimal flaws, while those I score 7 or below are good, but fall short of reaching the elite tier.
Code 8: Part II (2024)
There's nothing to recommend about this movie
Fails as an action movie. There is no action. Fails as a technical sci-fi movie. There is no sci-fi, just a lot of digital glimmer. Fails at whatever it tries to accomplish. It basically just looks like a low-budget low-rated wannabe blockbuster movie. Bad acting. Bad directing. Bad filming. Bad story. Bad music. Bad sounds. They put sound effects on emotions and feelings making those scenes unbearable to watch. If someone hurts, sound effects. If someone cries, sound effects. If someone struggles, sound effects. They made every potential action scene in slow-mo and last less than 10 seconds without actually getting to any action. When someone is about to use their supernatural powers, the scene immediately enters slo-mo and then almost immediately cuts straight to another scene without showing us the execution. Every scene with point of view from drones or robots, is filled with information that is so small, you can't read it. It's a disappointment and can't recommend watching this for any reason.
Creed III (2023)
Meaningless, like a tv show that goes on too long.
Watch Southpaw instead.
Creed III is visually well made. I don't like the Adonis character, not the way he's acted. Too childish and too much cry baby face. He's not a very likable or admirable character. Might hit well among a teenage and high school audience, it's not a very mature film. Decent story, but lacks proper context. Ridiculous that someone who has never been in the professional ring and has been incarcerated for 2 decades can come into professional boxing, easily win his first match, and almost beat Adonis, even make it to 12 rounds. The fight and ending, felt like a bad copy of Warrior. Even without comparing, the attempted emotions were theatrical and had no memorable impact. As a fight movie, the boxing weren't very realistic too.
Safety Not Guaranteed (2012)
Unexpected delights, time travel and charm
I accidentally stumbled upon this movie because I found out Mark Duplass is in it. While he may not be broadly known and do huge blockbuster movies, he is such an excellent and charismatic actor. Aubrey Plaza is absolutely lovely too and I think she's likable to a lot of people for being so authentic.
Anyhow, I love movies that stay realistic while being a bit goofy and in that way isn't too serious, but has this quirky realism that I think most of us can connect to.
The theme is very interesting if you're into sci-fi and time travel, while it isn't a sci-fi movie, being centered around the idea of time travel, it keeps us at suspense until it's actual revelation. There are many other themes that makes it such a lovey movie including feeling different, finding love in odd places, following our dreams, making friendship, judging others before we should, regret, and many other human relatable themes with the underlying idea of going back in time: if we could go back and change things.
Overall, it's a feel good movie and has many small feel good moments throughout the movie.
Would definitely recommend for anyone that's looking for something that's not heavy, not totally ridiculous and overly comedic, but touches the before mentioned topics and in some ways enlightens you.
Raymond & Ray (2022)
A movie about life: Humor, Heartache, and Humanity
This movie is a captivating journey through the complexities of human existence, anchored by the remarkable performances of Ewan McGregor and Ethan Hawke. As always, Hawke delivers a tour de force performance, imbuing his character with a raw range of emotions that resonate deeply with audiences. Alongside McGregor, he breathes life into characters grappling with the weight of their pasts and the uncertainties of their futures.
Despite the heavy themes, the movie infuses moments of humor and absurdity, maintaining a close connection to the heart while exploring the intricacies of life's trials and tribulations. Through its poignant storytelling, the film leaves viewers with a feel-good experience and a renewed belief in the resilience of the human spirit.
With its stellar acting and profound themes, the movie is an enjoyable watch, offering a poignant reminder of the beauty and complexity of life. Whether viewed on an early evening or a lazy Sunday afternoon, it's a film that lingers after the credits roll, leaving audiences with a newfound appreciation for the intricacies of the human experience.
Miller's Girl (2024)
Worth the watch, but get ready to be disappointed.
For the first half, the movie initially promises a heartwarming journey with its lovely premise.
However, as it delves deeper into darker themes, it veers off course. The transition from warmth to seriousness ultimately undermines the film's potential, turning it into a mediocre experience at best. By blurring the line between realism and entertainment, it loses its focus and fails to deliver on the promise of a memorable feel-good movie.
Martin Freeman's remarkable talent anchors the film with depth, while Jenna Ortega captivates despite not yet reaching standout status. Had the filmmakers stayed true to the dreamy fantasy and maintained a clear distinction between reality and entertainment, the movie, could have been a standout film. Unfortunately, it falls short of its potential, leaving viewers with a sense of disappointment instead of fulfillment.
Warrior (2011)
A must watch, over and over
This movie is a cinematic masterpiece that intricately explores the depths of familial bonds through the lens of two estranged brothers. Nick Nolte's portrayal of their flawed yet deeply human father is nothing short of outstanding, evoking a raw and emotional performance that deserved accolades. The film's portrayal of fighting is grounded in realism, adding weight to the story's gradual build-up towards a climactic showdown that is both heart-pounding and emotionally cathartic. You will cry, cringe, laugh, cheer, and experience a rollercoaster of emotions while watching this unforgettable journey unfold on screen. A must watch.
Prisoner X (2016)
Had potential, didn't deliver. Don't watch it.
Low level directing and bad actors. The idea of the movie seemed interesting, but the movie couldn't achieve its purpose: to execute it.
Scientific accuracy and persuasiveness:
Despite its attempt at scientific use, this film falls short, offering a poorly researched and inaccurately portrayed depiction of scientific concepts.
Relatedness to the real world:
The display of political intrigue fails to grasp the complexities and realities. The depiction of presidential and CIA characters lacks authenticity and fails to capture the intricacies of their roles in real-life politics and intelligence operations.
Acting and characters:
Michelle Nolden. Horrible to watch. Being the main character, she's the biggest fail of the movie. If the given dialogue was bad, improve it. If she improvised, even worse. Great actors have great skills for acting. They have a high EQ and are skilled at character analysis, observation, psychological insight, subtext interpretation, and physicality. They master dialect and language, voice control, tonality, modulation, body language, improvisation, and adaptability. Michelle Nolden doesn't demonstrate any of this.
Michelle Nolden portrays her character with such inconsistency that it becomes unbearable to watch. Every scene with her in it will make you cringe and want to look away. Ultimately, she ruins the story and demolishes the potential of the movie.
Now, the other characters weren't great too, but that's what you can expect from a low tier movie. They're just good enough.
Recommendation: Warning: Do not watch.
It's not a recommended movie to watch. If you just stumble upon it and decide to watch it, you will regret it. You deserve quality, this isn't it.