Without competition one of the best story and character developments in anime, there are no filler nor unnecessary scenes and the 64 episodes are executed really well, the pace if flawless and the characters are the soul of the show. Definitely deserves to be in top 2 in MAL. Although this isn't my favourite anime of all time, deserves to be in my top 5/10.
Even if you aren't a fan of anime, I recommend giving this one a shot, the first few episodes are really interesting, the middle episodes leans more onto developing for a far satisfying ending and the last 20 episodes are one of the best running episodes of all time in my opinion.
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I didn't understand the point it was trying to make with Lennon's arc.
So, according to the delusion, if you save a missing person, you eventually become psychotic and go missing yourself, because "a body is owed". So, rangers "learned" to become apathetic towards missing person reports, in fear of getting lost themselves? Is that why Lennon left the last missing person alone? Kind of a depressing end, without any payoff, after all of her psychological traumas that were surfaced.
Is the movie supposed to be a call for help, to raise awareness on the mental issues caused by social isolation that rangers have to deal with?
Some scenes at the 1-hour mark felt like they were ripped right out of Hideo Kojima's P.T. :sweat_smile:
I think it over-relied on the hallucinations/flashbacks to show her backstory, over her acting. IMO the wrong way to do "show; don't tell".
I wanted to like this one, but it just has too many different concepts without focusing on developing them properly. Until after the party, it was okay, but then it really went to waste.
Wow. I'm speechless, the plot is as cliche as it gets but this was so sad, for me this was even sadder than A Silent Voice which people regard as one of the most emotional movies of all time. But this is the first time I've actually been hurt by a movie. Felt lonelier than ever before. I'm definitely crying myself to sleep tonight.
tc <3
4th entry of the Kung Fu Panda franchise which in many aspects seems to be a cash-grab project. Without a doubt there is some astounding animation in this movie, coupled with some memorable voice acting performances and some really good jokes that make you laugh out loud.
But all that doesn't save this movie, what made the first kung fu panda movie good they have diluted everything in this...the furious five, the writing, the villain and the side characters all look and feel heartless. The jokes do land at times but I cant shake the feeling that this was made for the money bag. It has the same conventional, predictable, boring silly story. Kid's will definitely enjoy this one but as someone who grew up with these movies, they lost their charm years ago.
Overall this series is getting progressively bad with each entry...
One of the worst things I've watched. I don't know if it's the acting, writing or the combination of both but fuck me this show is bad.
Cramming all these plots together is weak and the dialogue is painful.
Don't even get me started on Azula and her crew. Jesus.
Ofc people are excited coz they said the cabbage line. Damn. Talk about easily pleased.
Imagine thinking that combining The Mechanist, Jet, Omashu, and Zuko in the same episode was a good idea :clown::clown::clown:
Dune 2 is like a second scoop of ice cream, still cool but not as tasty and kinda mushy towards the end.
Dune 2 is a great film. Not as great as Dune, imo, which I finally learned to appreciate during my third watch, but still a great film. I felt like the visuals weren't was consistently striking as in the first part, and the pacing felt drawn out in the first two acts and then rushed in the third, but yeah, it's a great film. See it on the biggest screen possible.
(Seen in IMAX)
I watched the 3 hour version and I'm going to be brutally honest; the first hour was a chore to get through, and even after that, it was action here and there, and the story seemed so messy to me. However, after all that messiness, I was surprised at how well-made this war movie is. It's so intellectually and narratively deep. Coppola gave us two of the best war characters in one movie, and one barely had one minute of screen time. Marlon Brando walked onto the set for one minute and literally obliterated every other performance out of the park—an absolutely haunting portrayal of the cruelty of war.
What in the weird dystopian Colin Farrell starring tomfoolery did I just witness. This movie is so not my type but I liked it more than I expected, just...not much. It's weird, deep in themes I don't even understand fully yet. Commentary on society and relationships stuff I don't really get those much. But this was such a fresh movie, really took me out of my comfort zone. This is my first Yorgos movie too, so I actually dig the first part of the movie, the setting was really good, the hotel, the characters and the deadpan performance by Farrell with Beethoven's theme in the background really works. But this is probably one of the least entertaining, sluggish, slow weird movies I've watched like ever. It's so disturbing at time and messes with my brain. It's impressive in many aspects technically, the score matches the movie perfectly and the lighting was so good. I should probably re visit the movie in a couple more years, when I'm matured enough to understand what the shit happened.
"I think the dead should shut up unless there is something to say"
Not the biggest fan of the original, thought it was overrated. But 3 is slightly better. Unlike the original they cutback on the supernatural stuff mostly and focuses more on the mystery. It's slow burning and dialogue-heavy but there weren't any moment throughout the runtime that had me bored. Some really intriguing and mysterious scenes, with The Gemini Killer being my favourite character along with George's main character. The performances were really good and Brad's performance is probably one of the best acting performances I've seen in a while. I would've loved to see more supernatural killings or even a bit more scares. The final moments were solid but feels rushed.
Day 11 (Final) of Ryan Gosling binge
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind"
-Neil Armstrong
The weakest Chazelle project up to date, after two music-heavy movies Chazelle went out of his comfort zone to create a history biopic, which unfortunately became underwhelming in most aspects. The score by Justin Hurwitz is my favourite, I've been listening to "Astronauts Cabin" on repeat because it's so calming and finally hearing it in the movie sent some chills. The music is okay and the cinematography is nothing too special. Ryan Gosling also gave a solid performance. Was it groundbreaking? No. Was it good? Yes. It's nothing crazy but his portrayal of emotions masterful and tragic at the same time. However though Claire Foy was great, she stole the spotlight every time she was on screen and carried most the part between their relationship. Chazelle tries to evoke some tension drama into the movie and focuses a tad too much on Neil's private life, which seems to be the problem in most modern biopics.
Overall a solid attempt by Damien trying to go out of his comfort zone. 10/10 for Justin Hurwitz.
First Man- 6.4/10
Ryan Gosling 7.3/10
It has been said countless times but yes this is one of- if not the best usage of found footage ever, no shaky camera, not camera man yappin bullshit, but really smartly handled through just a computer screen. Searching unfolds beautifully the mystery of a lost girl, even with the usage of cliche elements the movie uses it's own twists to keep you guessing till the end. The mystery was intriguing but just something about it seemed "gimmicky" for some reason. It's still a solid take on the mystery found footage genre.
A haunting and a horrifying experience from beginning to the end, a masterful achievement in cinema. Denis Villeneuve crafts a gripping narrative that resonates with the viewer emotionally, seamlessly weaving together a mystery thriller between past and present unravelling a family history full of tragedy and horrifying dark twists.
The film is heavily complimented by the powerhouse of a performance by Lubna Azabal who manages to deliver raw emotions and portrays the character deeply. The quest to unravel family history had me glued to the screen through the runtime, mostly due to the masterful direction of Denis. The beautiful cinematography and the brutality of the premise and the landscape does a good job at the story which unfold on the background. "Incendies" is a movie that demands to be experienced leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
However, the movie is carried by the twist at the end, as horrifying and disturbing it is, I would not recommend this movie to everyone. It relies on the twist way too much and is probably Denis's least re-watchable movie yet.
What the fuck even happened here :sob:
Without a doubt a technical masterpiece, the sound design rivalling movies like Oppenheimer even, the camera angles, cinematography and the colors all compliment the premise of the movie beautifully.
But here's the thing: as stunning as it looks and as horrifying as it sounds. There is absolutely no direction in terms of plot or character arcs. It's like wandering off in a beautiful landscape without any sense of direction or a map. The acting is solid and it does a good job at exploring the cruelty of war, but without any narrative development. It feels like a repetitive slob making me nod off more than twice.
Beauty Will Take You Only So Far
Day 9 of Ryan Gosling Binge
"No Jamal you be trippin"
Right Person at the Wrong Time
Perfectly encapsulating the bittersweet essence of the cinematic beauty that is "La La Land," Damien Chazelle's masterful direction delivers a romance masterpiece. Coupled with eye-dazzling visuals, enchanting music, and dance sequences accompanied by Justin Hurwitz's beautiful score, the film follows Mia, a passionate actor, and Sebastian, a passionate jazz musician. Portrayed by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, the duo provides one of the best on-screen chemistries ever seen. Through its dazzling visuals and captivating performances, Chazelle seamlessly grabs the viewer's attention and never lets go. While the storytelling can be slightly shaky at times, the depth of the characters and emotional resonance elevate the movie beyond its limits. The vibrant cinematography grandly compliments the film along with the score. An emotionally stirring experience from the beginning, however, "La La Land" is not without its flaws. The storyline may not be the movie's strong suit, and it can feel a bit disjointed at times. The pacing may meander occasionally, and at the end, I was left feeling somewhat underwhelmed by the movie as a whole.
La La Land- 8.0/10
Ryan Gosling- 7.5/10
Haven't seen many found-footage movies and I hate shaky camera it makes my head spin, but I found the usage of shaky camera quiet okay. They really compliment the intensity and the brutality of the premise. The mystery of the monster and the CGI added tension throughout the runtime and the brief characters introduction was handled pretty well for a horror movie. The characters are one-dimensional, the mysterious background the monster was okay but some explanation could've have been more intriguing.
Overall, it's a thrilling and a fun ride from start to finish.
Went in blind as recommended by @Acoucalancha and consider me surprised, halfway through the movie I kind of had an idea that this movie will be one of those that will fall into place beautifully, and it did, the execution was so beautifully handled. I was thoroughly engaged throughout the movie, the premise was interesting and the lead actress gave a convincing performance. It's not without flaws like the messy CGI which is not a big problem assuming this probably a low budget horror.
Highly recommend to go in blind.
The beginning of arguably one of the best franchises ever. The characters, the fantasy the story everything checks out. I remember reading the books as a kid, I was in love with them, then I discovered the movies, from that point rest is history. I remember being obsessed with the movies and the books. Rewatching this brought back so many memories and washed me with pure nostalgia. These movies all used to be 10/10 for me as a kid but as I grow up you realize some flaws in it like the inconsistent CGI.
So many modern sci-fi movies owe their look partially to this movie, it still holds up incredibly well. Gorgeous cinematography and worldbuilding, it’s a true piece of art. The score is also incredible. I typically don’t listen to a lot of film scores because they’re often written specifically with the visuals of the film in mind, however this score is so atmospheric, detailed and jazzy that it works without the context of the film. The story is good, but I think that Blade Runner 2049 showed that you could delve into these concepts a little deeper on an emotional and intellectual level. Not that it’s surface level, it certainly isn’t, but I think it could’ve filled its runtime more interestingly when you have a scene where Harrison Ford talks to his television for 3 minutes. Ford’s performance is excellent, I think they found the right balance where you feel invested in his character while maintaining some of the secrecy that he’s shrouded in. All of the performances are excellent, in fact. It’s just the pacing and lack of more depth that keeps me from calling it a masterpiece.
7.5/10
Awesome job… if only you had separate lists for tv show and movies when they are released for streaming it would be better. That way if a movie leaves this list I know exactly where it has gone
Day 5 of Ryan Gosling Binge
This was so much fun than I anticipated it to be, extremely star-studded cast with Ryan Gosling and Steve Carrell being the obvious standouts, I've never seen a Carell project before and he was so funny in this. It's a dumb rom-com which somehow managed to show some depth in the characters without being overly pretentious or over-dramatic. The layered and intertwining narratives kept me glued to the movie and that whole 'fighting' scene made me laugh so hard for some reason. Some moments felt a tad too predictable and there are some cheesy moments here and there but it works well. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Crazy, Stupid, Love- 7.8/10
Ryan Gosling- 7.7/10 (I just love seeing him being the 'charming guy')
As I can see, your list is the only one that properly tracks all upcoming movies. But there are too many horror movies with disturbing posters on your list. It would be great if you could make a separate list of movies in horror genre and make the main 'Upcoming Anticipated Movies' list that appear under other movies outside of this genre more attractive. Thanks:thumbsup:
Almost good. Such a unique yet universal idea. Some scenes were played out slightly choppy, but other than that, the silliness was easy to deal with, except Marcus. The acting was believeable but not from everyone. Every time someone was tired, I reminised the feel-good you get from shutting your eyes after a long, hard day. The score/soundtrack was very much thrilling. It was well used for sure. I found the sterotypical scary things not really as scary as everything else. A few scenes really annoyed me, but what annoyed me more was the fact that they could have been fixed. Also, the director needs a new watch. The timing for things happening in this movie was awful. It took me out straight out of the experience. The cinematography, though, was cool. The camerawork really went with whatever was happening on screen.
I think it was a good concept. Some of the hallucinations were freaky, even though they weren't necessarily scary. A decent one to check out.
Day 3 of Ryan Gosling Filmography Binge
Fracture is yet another cat and mouse psychological thriller starring Anthony Hopkins and Ryan Gosling. While the first act delivers us with a nicely executed set of sequences filled with mystery and intrigue, it doesn't fulfil the potential it could've been. The first act was great but the second act felt more sluggish although the third act pays off better with a more tense and satisfying ending, the plot twist was also easily predictable for viewers who are rather polished in the genre. The characters portrayed masterfully by Hopkins and Gosling are great however they seem slightly under-developed and lack the depth required from such a movie. The obvious strengths of this movie apart from the lead performances are the court room drama and the psychological battle between the 2 leads.
In conclusion Fracture does a good job in grabbing the viewer initially, but it does not live up to the expected expectations of the other counterparts in the genre.
Fracture- 6.8/10
Ryan Gosling- 7.7/10
Awesome start, im going to wait for more episodes before I continue as i don’t usually like to wait week to week for more episodes
Heart-wrenching setup and absolutely beautiful fight choreography… I am well and truly on board with this and would binge it all if it was out.
I don’t know what the overarching story will be (other than revenge and the revealing of this world/character), but I am very much here for it.
Wow Ninja John Wick. Great start I love it!
