The second season starts off well. The group of teens poses a bigger challenge than the first season, but… there’s always a but. The episodes go from bad to worse. By the end of the season, the story loses its course and the writers even include earthquakes. Dunno, I almost didn’t even care how it ended.
The show’s ok. As a stand-alone series, it isn’t very strong, but just because it’s connected to the MCU, it automatically becomes better. By the way, I truly hope that the musical stays in this series… good lord! It’s cringeworthy!
I thought it was gonna be worse than I had expected. That alone deserves a 5, the extra point comes from some character development and their moral dilemmas. The rest is just boring stuff… there were quite a few things that bothered me… silly things like why create an Eternal with hearing impairment, I wish they’d included her impairment as part of the story. Don’t know… something like… she decided to go silent because of… whatever. Some of them had pretty useless powers… creating illusions? Really? Ajak’s healing factor was ok, but her death happened so stupidly. It’s also very slow… I did enjoy some of the battles and a little more.
I have a serious problem with films that depart from an ethical question, such as “who must die to save the others?”. Basically because writers usually pose the most difficult circumstances and situations for the characters to face. This makes it hard for me to really connect with the story. The acting doesn’t help either. What’s more, writers’ not knowing much about how things work in space makes me angry. They conveniently have the spaceship provide artificial gravity and the crew back on earth are incapable of predicting when a solar storm will occur or are so inept that they can’t anticipate problems with the life support system, like having just enough oxygen for three people and not four. Some writer do abuse of Murphy’s Law.
I haven’t read the source material. I didn’t even know it was based on a novel until I read it in the opening credits. That said, I can’t make any comparisons, but if the novel is at least 50% the same as the movie, then it’s a waste of time.
Although I find interesting the premise of a planet whose atmosphere (or magnetic field) has that effect on all males species, I think it was poorly executed. I’m a linguist and I feel that the writers have no idea what cognitive science says about Steven Pinker’s “Mentalese”. The human brain doesn’t work with a specific language and the visible effect would probably be more abstract, with more images and fewer words. Also, given that Todd grew up in the planet, it’s only natural that he would become a freaking expert on how to control his noise and use it in the most creative ways, pretty much as the Mayor. After all, it’s nothing more than an extension of your way of expressing yourself. It’s just clumsy and lazy writing… the possibilities are endless. What I get is that the noise is gone when they speak, as if the brain stops thinking when they speak.
Instead, we get a story that doesn’t even explore what it shows. What about the native species? It leaves you with nothing.
I don’t know… it’s just a very lazy movie.
I saw this in a private screening thanks to Warner Spain. I believe this is an improvement to the previous installment of the franchise. Just so everybody knows, it has all the elements and characters to give you the feel that it’s a sequel without being a sequel. James Gunn took what worked in SQ and gave it more color. Think of this film as the over-the-top violence that you’ve always wanted to see in Guardians of the Galaxy. It’s got comedy, blood, jokes, and the chemistry between the characters is fantastic. Each one has their moment to shine and show their skills.
My least favorite character was Harley, maybe because there wasn’t much development or that her scenes were a bit shoehorned. The music was quite inconsistent, I know it’s a Gunn trademark but with Guardians there’s more consistency and coherence.
John Cena’s Peacemaker has some hilarious moments, as well as King Shark… they were my favorites.
The movie is quite enjoyable and the action is a visual feast with all the graphic violence you’d expect from the Suicide Squad.
You'll see that it's definitely a movie based on a play: 4 characters in a single space (an apartment) and a lot of verbal exchanges. And that's my only qualm, I believe that a film gives you much more to play with, meaning that's free of all the limitations of a play with a live audience. I haven't seen the play, so I can't compare which one is better. That aside, I think it's a clever story with lots of things that may resonate with many couples, whether gay or straight. What I do appreciate is the level of maturity in which the topics were handled. The comedic moments do stand out, and the actors' performances are a delight.
I don’t even know how I convinced myself to watch this first episode. It’s a hello and goodbye for me. Clark and Lois have no frigging clue about being parents. They raised an almost spoiled brat who treats his twin brother horribly, and Clark has no idea how to talk to the other teenage son who has an important mental condition. I mean, after 14 years and someone as clever as sups doesn’t know how to raise a family?
I’m sorry, but I see no chemistry between Superman/Lois and the teens. They’re a step away from being quite a dysfunctional family. The writing and the lines are just awful... After being raised by the Kents as an incredible person, Clark is borderline pathetic as a father. I didn’t feel the values that he learned from papa Kent.
One son is the stereotypical jock and the other is the stereotypical angsty teen, which really gets on my nerves.
After all, it’s a CW show... you can’t ask for much.
The movie lasts 1 hour 35 mins approximately and it felt like 4 hours of garbage. What an awful film!
I didn't really like it. There is literally zero character development and I'm left off with very little information as to why they burgle houses. The moments of tension have been seen in so many films of the same genre that you can basically predict the whole film. Anyway...
Netflix has become a sort of refuge for animation styles that major studios no longer bring to theaters. They’ve given us gems like 'Apollo 10 1/2,' 'The Cat Burglar,' and 'Klaus.' But despite these hits, 'The Sea Beast' ends up being a letdown.
Visually, 'The Sea Beast' is stunning, with some of the year's most beautiful imagery. The monsters are charming, the ocean is gorgeously animated, and it captures a sense of wonder and adventure. It makes you want to join the characters on their journey. However, the story feels like a mix of 'Moby Dick' and 'How to Train Your Dragon,' making it predictable and slow at times.
The film excels in its action scenes, which are thrilling and reminiscent of 'Pirates of the Caribbean.' Director Chris Williams, known for 'Moana' and 'Big Hero 6,' skillfully balances action and visual appeal. But unlike what you might expect, this isn’t a comedy-driven adventure. It’s more serious, with characters dealing with trauma and loss.
Rather than rushing through a familiar story, the film takes its time to explore its world and characters. Most of the movie focuses on epic sea battles, government conspiracies, and a revenge plot. Although it borrows heavily from 'How to Train Your Dragon,' it manages to feel fresh by diving into the emotional journeys of its characters.
Interestingly, the film also touches on modern issues like fake news and propaganda, which is unusual for a children's movie. While it has plenty of cute monsters and fun moments, it sometimes feels torn between being a serious film about rebellion and growth and a lighthearted one designed to sell plush toys.
In the end, 'The Sea Beast' aims high but doesn’t fully deliver. It’s not a bad movie, and it looks incredible, but its derivative plot holds it back. Despite impressive battle scenes and well-developed characters, the overall story leaves much to be desired.
Just watched "No One Will Save You" and I've got to say, it's a mixed bag. The film attempts a minimalist, high-tension narrative with little dialogue—a bold choice that might have aimed for a deep, contemplative vibe, but ends up feeling underwhelming.
I would surely praise it for its visual and sound design, but it struggles to connect on an emotional level. The narrative starts in medias res and doesn't provide enough backstory or character development, which makes it hard to care about Brynn's plight. As the plot unfolds, the lack of context turns what could be a compelling story into a series of repetitive and tired cat-and-mouse chase sequences. This slow-burn thriller is supposed to keep you on edge, but instead, it's a frustrating watch that fails to maintain interest or momentum.
It's not just about leaving things to the audience's imagination; it's about making them care enough to want to piece things together. Unfortunately, "No One Will Save You" doesn't quite manage to build that investment, leaving many questions unanswered—not out of a deliberate narrative choice but seeming more from a lack of depth. While the film's approach to storytelling is undoubtedly ambitious, it feels more like a missed opportunity than a thought-provoking journey.
If you're into films that heavily rely on atmospherics and can forgive a sketchy plot, give it a shot. Otherwise, it might just leave you as bewildered and detached as it left me.
Just watched this "Road House" remake, and oh boy, where do I even start? The original with Patrick Swayze was an absolute gem, right? That mix of 80s grit, charm, and Swayze's undeniable cool made it iconic. But this 2024 version with Jake Gyllenhaal... I feel they missed what made the original so special.
Gyllenhaal tries his best, sure, but the whole thing feels like it's stuck in a weird limbo between wanting to pay homage and trying to be something new, and it just doesn't gel. The action scenes, which should be the highlight, feel like they've been zapped straight out of a video game with all that CGI. Remember the raw, in-your-face brawls from the original? This one's got none of that visceral punch.
And Conor McGregor as the villain... I mean, I like the guy, but acting might not be his calling. It's like watching a tiger trying to moonwalk - amusing but ultimately you wish it would stop. His character's like a cartoon villain but without the charm.And what’s with that walk? Cringey as F.
The whole thing just feels like a missed opportunity. They had the chance to build on the original's legacy but ended up with something that's more forgettable than memorable. There's a reason classics are classics, and some shoes are just too big to fill, I guess.
I need to take something out of the way first: Eduardo Verastegui and Mel Gibson (producers) are definitely NOT on my nice list. Their religious agenda will always be too obvious, and quite honestly, I was expecting it in this film.
That said, I must admit that this film is very well done! They kept the religious bullsh*t to the bare minimum. What matters here is the story and the performances, which I can say are STELLAR! The movie was made to BREAK… YOUR… HEART.
It’s sad yet full of hope. And the kids did an amazing job. My kudos to them! Seeing their eyes filled with such innocence and sadness was gut wrenching.
Seriously, everyone must go to the theater and see this film.
Just wrapped up watching "Ballerina (2023)," and I've got some mixed vibes. The film hooked me in with its action sequences - they're tight, brutal, and every punch lands with a crunch that's oddly satisfying. The protagonist is a petite powerhouse who holds nothing back, reminding me of a more human Jane Wick. Her quest for vengeance, fueled by a heart-wrenching backstory with her ballerina friend, adds a touch of emotional gravitas to the bullet ballet.
However, the pace hits a slow-mo button in-between the action, making me wish for a fast-forward option. I craved more insight into her past life as a bodyguard or hired gun. Despite a 90-minute runtime, it felt like there was room for some character depth that went unexplored.
The flashbacks create a nice rhythm between the past and present, but I found myself wanting more from the non-action scenes. I'm landing on a 7 out of 10 for this one - the fight choreography is a show-stealer, but the slower sequences could use a kick of adrenaline.
Watched the first episode and this is not for me. Too disturbing in my opinion.
I went for a chronological order viewing experience. Even so, I realize that it was the right thing to do for me because I would’ve learned what happened to everybody (Pink episode) before watching the actual heist (White episode) and none of the characters really stuck up to me to really care about what happened to them. I think the concept of choosing your viewing order experience is interesting and I could watch a second season provided it’s a different story, with better character development. And please, stop forcing situations just to benefit a certain storyline, I hate it when writers make characters do “convenient”, but IMPLAUSIBLE things just for the sake of stirring drama. I can smell plot twists from a country mile when the do that.
This show should’ve had 5 episodes. It has so much added stuff that makes it go so slowly. The acting is great. Evan Peters and Niecy Nash shine above anything else, but the show gets quite boring. Sorry but I wasn’t convinced by it.
Just finished the first season. With all the time they’ll take to bring season 2, and the mixed feelings I got from the season finale, I’m not sure if I’ll continue. I gave it a 6/10 because there are things that can be salvaged. But despite knowing very little about what happened during the first half of the Second Age, meaning that writers had quite a leeway to take their licenses, they decidedly wanted to screw up the timeline we already know. I wasn’t expecting the creation of the 3 elven rings of power so soon. Where is the storyline with Annatar? I sincerely felt robbed of seeing Sauron act as The Lord of Gifts in a possible second season. Then the destruction of Numenor in the third season, the creation of Angmar and the fall of Minas Ithil in the fourth season to finish with the Last Alliance battle in the fifth one. Dunno… I feel cheated.
I know I said in a previous comment that this show was ok, that it was quite faithful to the spirit of the comics. How...eeeeeever... this is literally going nowhere. They had to bring Matt Murdoch in the last episode (#8) to inject a little action and life. Kevin Feige is kind of losing his mojo because Moon Knight and Ms Marvel were a hot mess.
I’m into the third episode and the show is sooooo lackluster. The only Queer as Folk thing is the lesbian couple having kids and the name of the show. I give ZERO f:asterisk_symbol:ck about any of the characters. If Brody is supposed to be the reimagining of Brian Kenney, at least make him a successful medical student. The guy’s is just freaking loser who knows nothing about what he wants in life. I think I’ll just stop watching it.
It’s bad… really bad. If they’d marketed it as a comedy film, I would’ve given it like 7/10. Sorry, Sly… maybe next time.
I’m about 15 minutes in and the main character is ANNOYINGLY unlucky… I’ll keep posting.
I actually had to force myself to finish this… and it’s only 6 episodes. Not even the final battle between Ben and Anakin, and Liam Neeson’s cameo made me change my mind. I’m not going to continue.
5/10
Those 5 points go for the fantastic, top-notch animation team. Even so, that a movie doesn’t save… the story is unbearably boring. Gracious me! I couldn’t see the end of it.
I already liked Anthony Starr from Banshee (if you haven’t seen it, you’re wasting your time) and I liked Karl Urban from… well, pick any role… I don’t f:asterisk_symbol:&€:pound_symbol: care. They’re a match made in heaven for our “watchgasm”. This show is 10x better than ANYTHING Marvel has released for Disney+ and if you push it a bit further, better than 90% of the MCU films.
I’m watching this because my husband is literally hooked on this show. That said, can I go on and say this second season broke all records of cringeworthiness? (Not sure that word even exists)
Good lord! I’m so fed up with the Shawarma sisters and their drama! This show is even worse than those Latin American telenovelas.
The worst part is that my hubby WILL make me watch the whole season.
This movie is so much fun! If you love Sam Raimi, you're in for a feast! Marvel has opened so many doors, this way establishing new characters and stories to tell... and I'm not talking only about America Chavez. I definitely need to see it again. Also, for those complaining about the length... the movie delivers everything you were expecting, and more!
My only qualm with the movie is Stephen's third eye, it looks so fake. I saw it in the trailer and I was hoping they'd fix it in the final product. But no... it looks just as tacky and fake as you can imagine.
First episode in and I’m like… WTF did I just watch? I would really like to know what they smoked during the sales pitch for this show.
This must be the worst gay couple film ever. Paul Rudd and the other guy suck at being a gay couple (pun intended). After ten years together, and they can’t have a moment in which they show the viewers that they truly love each other. At least in the beginning. Paul Rudd is just being Paul Rudd pretending to be gay. Lame! Waste of time.
