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These scores are:
1. My personal enjoyment. The more enjoyable I find the film the higher this rating will be. This is reflected in my IMDb score.
2. The rating I believe it deserves as a movie. The lower this is the less competent I find the movie on a technical, storytelling and/or visual level. This score is reflected in my LetterBoxd score. [https://letterboxd.com/extendedpoint/]
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Maleficent (2014)
The Mistress of all Evil but the Mistress is a Stepmom and a Vindictive Ex
This movie loses all of what makes Maleficent an interesting and memorable villain. She is the one, and only, Mistress of all Evil who was scorned by being the only one not invited to the coronation of Princess Aurora, with knowing nothing but evil, hatred and a willingness to make those who stand against her suffer. This movie however makes her a sensitive victim, a dark fairy with a heart and one who IS NOT evil and was scorned by the man she loved, and who stole her wings. Its dumb. Angelina does a fine job though.
The Incredibles (2004)
One of the Best Superhero and Pixar Movies
The Incredibles is a great movie about a family of superheroes. Edna Mode is the breakout star though every character is great. Recommended for everyone.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 9/10
Akira (1988)
A look at a Beautifully Ugly Future
Akira is an intense thrill ride that is both gorgeous and revolting. The world of Akira is depressing, it is bleak and it is unforgiving. It is hard to define the experience. Recommended.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 8/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 10/10
The Shape of Water (2017)
Enjoyably Quirky and Beautiful
While there are a couple things I did not like in this Film (namely the Villain) there is much here that is good. The Shape of Water reminds us that communication without words is possible, and many times words will just mess everything up. The use of water in this film, from the pool to the rain and the cleaning there is much that is said through the visuals alone. Definitely not for everyone.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 8/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 9/10
Drive (2011)
Deeply Emotional and Poignant
Drive is a slow burn action flick that focuses more on the main character's social anxiety and the difficulties in the life he has chosen. With an insane third act this film surprises you from beginning to end. I never found it boring and the soundtrack fits every scene. A Real Hero is an amazing song choice, adding so much more meaning to every scene.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 9/10
I, Tonya (2017)
Its Like this Film was Made for Me
Everything about this film hits a cord with me, there is almost nothing I dislike about it. This may even be one of my favourite films of all time, I'll just have to rewatch it to make sure. Funny, emotional and full of spunk. Highly recommended.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 8/10
Mean Girls (2004)
Changed a Generation
Endlessly quotable and surprisingly insightful, Tina Fey harnessed the essence of being a teen and made a deliciously funny and endlessly entertaining film. Everything in Mean Girls works, and it will continue to influence North American society for more years to come.
#3 on my list of Top 10 films of all time.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 9/10
2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
The Most Terrifying Film I've ever Seen
The first time I ever saw this Film was in IMAX (August 2018). The pure amount of anxiety, terror and awe this film evokes is unreal and otherworldly. If not for my partner I would have left the theater during the final chapter as it was sensory overload and I shed tears due to how overcome I was. It was not only the music, but the sheer size of it all, and the loneliness and vast emptiness of space that completely consumed me. I was afraid. It was one of the greatest things that I have ever experienced in my life.
The VVitch: A New-England Folktale (2015)
Madness and Cruelty: The Life of a Pilgrim
The Witch is a deep, dark pit of dispair and torture for the family we follow. I thoroughly enjoyed The Witcher, though I never found that I was scared or terrified it was never boring.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 7/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 8/10
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003)
Anywhere, Anytime.
Kill Bill: Vol. 1 is action-packed, bloody, cheesy, hectic and nonsensical. And I love every single second of it. I can't exactly pinpoint what exactly it is but Kill Bill Vol. 1 is a Film I can watch anytime, anywhere. Everyone is great in this, the camera shots and filters are perfect, the action is outrageous and every scene is finely crafted. The soundtrack elevates an already amazing film into a level all its own. My favourite film of all time.
#1 on MY list of top 10 films of all time.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 9/10
Aliens (1986)
Epic Return of Ripley but this time With More Guns and Newts
Ripley returns in this film, however this time things take a different turn. Deviating a bit from the Horror/Thriller aspects of the original Aliens is an action-packed Sci-Fi with heart. Once again everything is meticulous and deliberate, creating a near perfect film. Newt is one of the best, if not the best, kids in film history. She also speaks one of my favourite lines. Director's Cut/Special Edition recommended as the Theatrical release is not as well crafted and loses some of its depth.
#2 on my list of top 10 Films of all time.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDB): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 10/10
Alien (1979)
One of my Favourite Films. Truly Outstanding.
Ripley is one of the greatest heroines in film history. Alien is a slow burn that some may find boring, however it builds the suspense and lets you learn more about the characters. The camera work, sound design and set are all greatly crafted and deliberate. While a different genre Alien is equally as good and enjoyable as Aliens in my opinion.
#2 on my top 10 Films of all time.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 10/10
Hereditary (2018)
Creepy Atmosphere and Great Camera Work with a Few Hiccups
Toni Colette delivers an amazing performance in this creepy horror film. I did not find it scary, as I don't find many films to be scary, but I appreciated that it avoided the traps so many horror movies these days fall into, namely jump scares. Milly Shapiro was also outstanding, and deserved more screen time. I have never been a fan of Alex Wolff and his acting in this film has not changed that. The ending is also iffy and there a few goofy scenes that I chuckled at. Over all pretty great.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 8/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 8/10
Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)
Better Than Antman in my Opinion
A great Superhero Flick that has a great Antihero (Ghost) and some really fun moments. Paul Rudd does it again, and this time everyone else is better than ever before. There are obvious issues but I really enjoyed my time watching this one.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 9/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 6/10
The Social Network (2010)
I Feel the Same Way about This Move as I do about FaceBook
An admittedly great film that I found both annoying and boring. I have never been a fan of Jesse Eisenberg or Mark Zuckerberg. I tried really hard to enjoy this but I just could bring myself to. Still, there are a lot of great scenes.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 3/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 8/10
Lady Bird (2017)
That Middle Bit Though
A great coming of age dramedy full of character, characters, energy and laughs. Lady Bird has a nearly flawless opening and holds strong for a good portion of the film. However it starts to show cracks when it lands in its cliched middle portion. In the end it gains back some of its steam but the cliched, dragged out portion with the "cool kids" is honestly a let down and hurt what otherwise is a fantastic look at a strained mother-daughter relationship.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 7/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 8/10
Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
A Comic Booky Romp with a Ton of Characters
The is one of the best movies in the MCU line up, based purely on a storytelling and action. The villain(s) are great and the visuals are astounding. However on a personal level I lost a lot of enjoyment based solely on who was more of a main character than who. A lot of the characters I find annoying or boring had more time to do things in this movie than those I enjoy. Also Ebony Maw was dispatched too quickly. Movie loses its appeal the more time passes.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 6/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 7/10
Ant-Man (2015)
Comedy and Family Values truly Shine in this Superhero Flick
An enjoyable romp about one of my least favourite Super Heroes. Paul Rudd really brings out some of the best laughs the MCU has to offer. We need more of this.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 8/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 6/10
Incredibles 2 (2018)
Edna Mode Shines while the Family Loses itself
Edna is the only one really holding their own here. Still a fun movie but no where near as good as the original. Mr. Incredible is a huge ass in this while Elastigirl starts to grow as a separate character beyond her family. Violet is miserable while Dash is annoying. Not bad, but not at all great.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 7/10
Movie Score (Letterboxd): 6/10
Ready Player One (2018)
Anime, Video Games, Comic Books, Cartoons oh my! No one is safe.
A poorly envisioned world made up of nostalgia and references. If you aren't blinded by these you'll see how shallow and ridiculous much of this movie is. It constantly misses the point, and everyone is stupid. Also the whole club fight scene. No thanks.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 3/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 4/10
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)
Lava Doesn't Work that Way, or Two Short Movies Smashed Together
Jurassic World continues to meander with awful plot points, characters and CGI. About as stupid as Jurassic World I but more incoherent, it's almost like they had two ideas for a plot so they used both instead of just fleshing out one. It makes money though.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDB): 2/10
Movie Score (Letterboxd): 5/10
The Hours (2002)
Everyone Shines in this Film about Depression, Desire, Dispair and Desperation.
The triple threat of Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep makes each of the main protagonists unique, believable and empathetic. Everyone brings their A game, every supporting character is great and even the children actors don't detract from the strengths of the film. Kidman deserved the Oscar, though for me Julianne Moore was the stand out.
Personal Enjoyment Score (IMDb): 10/10
Movie Score (LetterBoxd): 9/10
Deadpool (2016)
Adult Fun with a bit of Heart
One of the best "Superhero" films to date. Mainly due to the humour and how much fun you can tell the actors were having. A fun romp that drags on near the end but recommended for those who are a fan of comics or Deadpool.
Personal Enjoyment Score(IMDb): 7/10
Movie Score (Letterboxd): 7/10
Deadpool 2 (2018)
More Fun Sexy Times with Deadpool
A fun action comedy that sees Deadpool still being Deadpool only this time with a better supporting cast and a breakout star in Domino. Better than the original in my opinion. Still silly and has some strange pacing issues but good overall.
Personal Enjoyment Score(IMDb): 7/10
Movie Score (Letterboxd): 6/10
Justice League Dark (2017)
Corny and a bit Rushed but a Fun Time
A good animated DC movie about the more magical aspect of the DC Universe. Better than any of the live-action DCU movies released in recent years. Zatanna and Constantine are both interesting and great characters in this. I have a few issues, including how Swamp Thing is handled. Batman didn't need to be in it but he isn't over used so it was fine. But all in all I enjoyed it.
Personal Enjoyment Score(IMDb): 7/10
Movie Score (Letterboxd): 6/10