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Lupin III: The First (2019)
Way better than I expected
The animation was amazing! The voices and characters were just like the show! The plot was very tight with very few loopholes. I was expecting something less well done because Lupin isn't an extremely famous anime, but this shattered my expectations. An hour and a half you wont regret spending :)
Upgrade (2018)
Must Watch! On Par with Ex Machina
This movie was written, filmed, and acted incredibly! I was not expecting something this amazing. Like I said in the title, this film is just as mind bending as Ex Machina, and deserves the same attention.
Halo (2022)
Verrry subpar (minor spoilers)
The only thing that this show has going for it is that it has the Halo name and the cool spartan suits. That and a few bits of deep Halo lore. Most everything else about this show is terrible.
The acting seems dull and forced, not natural at all. Most of the cast are new actors so its understandable, but it sadly detracts from any sense of realism. Some of these spartans don't even look like they can fight, its laughable.
The cgi is very noticeable, and not in an semi-endearing way like the Star Wars prequels. For instance, the background and the foreground seem completely detached, as if the lighting or air is misaligned. Also, a girl jumps off a small ledge, and her landing is cgi, and then she continues running in reality. This wouldn't be a problem if it wasn't just so blatantly obvious. The aliens' animation is so clunky too. Super awkward. It's not always terrible, but 80% is noticeable to an unfortunate degree.
The scene writing and overall story writing is just so, so bad. For small plotpoints, an example of this is seen when a guy, leg pinned under scrap metal, watches as the covenant kill a room of children. As soon as the kids are dead, he can suddenly, easily get his leg free and retaliates. Another example is when this same guy gets stabbed by a single alien for no reason at the end of the battle, while masterchief is conveniently offscreen. He just walks right on in when the guy gets stabbed, as if chief didn't care whatsoever. If these examples seem petty, I suggest watching the first 15 minutes of episode one to see what I mean.
The entire creation of this show is a cash grab. There is no appeal to the soul of the game, simply trying to get tons of money. That's why, if you'd like to watch the show, don't do it officially. You can easily stream it on pirating websites without giving Amazon any more money. If they don't see an increase in Amazon subscriptions due to this show, it will discourage making mockeries like this again.
Peacemaker (2022)
i dont even know
Overall the show was ok, but I found the never-ending half-hearted humor muddied the whole thing. Its better than some DC movies so its a step forward, but Peacemaker and Vigilante's characters were both pretty insufferable which is sad. The redeeming quality of this show is its soundtrack. I'd love another DC show with respectable and relatable characters, because this one had potential.
BlacKkKlansman (2018)
Equality for All
I'm sure nobody is going to read this review, but I greatly enjoyed this movie. As a white man with Jewish blood I am often called racist and also discriminated against. I love the message of this movie, that its not JUST black lives and not JUST white lives, but ALL lives that matter. We should all be equal and support each other. Camerawork, acting, and writing was phenomenal. If you haven't watched this, please do.
Blush (2021)
Heartwarming
This story was inspired by a real couple and is just so amazing. I wont spoil this, but just watch all the way through the credits. Some of the best ten minutes I've ever spent, no lie.
The Tomorrow War (2021)
Absolutely Fantastic
This was an excellent story idea with no real plotholes. Almost everything about this movie sets it far above your average Hollywood sci-fi action film. It has very unique alien design and believable, heartwarming character development for many characters. Action scenes were phenomenal and spaced out well through the film. Great choice in actors (I love Chris Pratt and J. K. Simmons' interactions in the movie, especially towards the end). The music is very good as well. Im surprised that this hasn't gotten better ratings because this is totally one of my top ten favorite sci-fi action movies. Definitely watch this.