Different from the first in all the right ways while expanding its own identity. The villain becomes secondary to a larger plot in a natural way.
This sequel takes even more liberties with the art style and uses each dimension’s art to set them apart beyond just structure. Gwen’s universe in particular uses constantly shifting colors and focuses to show character emotions visibly, which I appreciated more the second viewing. The story, this time, still features Miles but isn’t only about him. At first, I was upset, but the film came to balance all the threads. I kept fluctuating between hating and loving other characters (Gwen). Also, this film isn’t afraid of silence and pauses, which was refreshing in this ‘constantly stimulated’ day and age.
Incredibly rare for the first and second to be this highly rated by me. The first is more emotional, second brings more conflict and group dynamics.
A fun and good animated movie. A lot of element-related jokes - that often aren't that funny. Overall really solid tho.
My personal rating:
-Plot (Story Arc and Plausibility): 6.5/10
-Attraction (Premise & Entertainment Value): 7/10
-Theme (Identity & Depth): 6.5/10
-Acting (Characters & Performance): 7/10
-Dialogue (Storytelling & Context): 6/10
-Cinematography (Visual Language & Lighting, Setting, and Wardrobe): 8/10
-Editing (Pace & Effects): 7.5/10
-Soundtrack (Sound Design & Film Score): 7.5/10
-Directing (Vision & Execution): 6.5/10
-The “It” Factor (One-of-a-Kind & Transcendent): 6/10 [The city feels like a rip-off off Zootopia]Overall: 7/10 || 68.5/100
Liked it. Simple good fun and more mature than other animated movies. Could see young kids hating it but older ones prob would and adults prob would enjoy it too
"Which would be worse: To live as a monster, or to die as a good man?" Very touching words ..
Music track, Sound effects were good. Story and Plot, meh and old. The diaz and lady chemistry(they tried) was half baked and out of place. I still don't understand how one piece was in Sudan and other in Peru? and what was she doing in NY? wasn't she suppose to keep it safe, like other primates were trying to. Overall, if someone love autobots, they should watch just for the love and joy of seeing them in action.
Its transformers, so you already know what you're getting. You don't complain at McDonald's when you order a McChicken and they serve you a McChicken.
Definitely better than the previous movie, and Mads is much better in the role of Grindelwald than Depp was. But honestly, there's not much more to say. The movie is fine, but I came away feeling it was lacking. It doesn't really feel like all that much really happened. I also wasn't a fan of what they did with Queenie. I liked that they had her change sides at the end of the last movie, but this movie doesn't really use that fact all that well, and instead, they undo her big decision without all that much explanation. The first movie is still easily the best in this series.
Quite disappointing.
Too many scenes of characters being abusive to each other, without remorse nor acknowledging that they're doing harm.
The film could've had a lot of teachable moments but too many concepts, ideas and behaviors were left unexplored: disgust, intolerance, child neglect, religion, rituals, expressing gratitude etc. etc.
Fuck religious people and fuck Liz for enabling his disordered eating.
Based on the play with the same name, The Whale is such an impactful piece. I found myself so heartbroken watching how the main character Charlie, played by Brendan Fraser, deals with his depression and life regrets. Speaking of Brendan Fraser, such a sweet soul and he played the role beautifully. I was able to go to an opening night Q&A with him speaking. My favorite part was hearing how they wanted to make Charlie look human despite how you may see other movies with actors in "fat suits". This movie also has no small roles. Sadie Sink and Hong Chau as supporting actresses uplifted the turmoil that one man’s suffering can ripple to the people around you. Definitely adding this movie to my list of favorite Darren Aronofsky films.
“These assignments don’t matter. This course doesn’t matter. College doesn’t matter. These amazing, honest things that you wrote, they matter.”
Do yourself a favor and watch this film.
I was not the only one sobbing in the theater.
Anyone who claims this film "lacks empathy", "leers and ogles in disgust", or is "fatphobic" is simply betraying their own lack of empathy.
SFX and soundtrack made the film captivating. However without much effort at all, the once-loved Science Fiction classic that touched the ideas of Creation with a subtle hand, was bitch slapped into a full blown biblical dramatisation. Interesting and thought provoking, but the not-so subtle religious subtext annoyed me.
I remember one critic saying Tron Legacy is more of a amusement park ride than a movie. The movie isn't strong on plot but it is visually stunning with a fine cast.
The Daft Punk score is fabulous as well. While Michael Sheen is a show stealer and should have been in more of the movie. Olivia Wilde is hot and at her best too.
Was great watching this film again earlier, the production is flawless. I am just sad that there will not be a follow up movie, well...for now at least!
This one has a far better plot than the original and everything else is also improved slightly. I don't get why everyone was bitching about it when it came out.
I left the movie theater and I still cannot believe they approved this script for a Barbie movie. Brilliant!
Thought it was really good, wasn't expecting to enjoy it as much as I did. Both the comedy and plot landed for me. The 4th wall breaking and ending were both a bit weird, but I still thought it was a solid movie.
Extremely unrealistic movie! I mean who would choose the real world over Barbie world
Margot Robbie is a gift to cinema. This movie is a gift to our society. It's enjoyable and fun but part way through it become a pretty good commentary on our society and how men and women treat each other. It talks about capitalism, consumerism, feminism, the patriarchy, men's mental health, and how wrong we get the simple act of living sometimes. I'm sure there's gonna be people who think this is ultra woke, but maybe (and ironically), that's some people need.
I went for the laughs and left the movie theater with an existential crisis. I loved it <3
I wasn't going into this movie with the highest of expectations given it was from a genre I rarely enjoy, but it pleasantly surprised me. I disliked the character of the wife at first, as she came across as extremely arrogant and entitled but we soon saw a humble, even kind side revealed amongst the turmoil in a tiny Chinese village riddled with cholera. It was heart warming watching their relationship slowly and painfully rememerge from the ashes, to see her finally respect and appreciate the kind and forgiving character of her husband. A true love story; where you've to overcome countless hurtles and doubts, to actively choose to continuosly stand by and nurture your relationship.
If holywood wants people to stop pirating movies, then they have to stop making absolute garbage like this. Seriously glad I didn't waste any money on this.
Something felt off about the pacing and the fights looked like they were from a video game.
Creed lll is formulaic and predictable, yet entertaining. It was easy to enjoy despite its plot weaknesses. And Jonathon Majors was fantastic.
I've never seen Luther so can't comment on how good or bad this might be compared to that show. Regardless, I enjoyed this thriller, and it has inspired me to catch up on the original TV show.
Man likes dogs, shooting guns, and friends. He faces an old enemy, stairs.
“Yeahhhh” — John Wick
I don't know what is the movie everyone has seen here, but I truly believe this one to be the weakest entry in the franchise. Not saying it's bad, just saying it's not THAT good.
They never should have made this into a "universe".
Overly-complicated long fights that make no sense.
Keanu has 10 lines literally.
The only time he delivers lines with emotion is when he's speaking to Laurence Fishburne or - surprisingly - when he's talking in Russian.
Too many new characters that are there only to be killed / to be forgotten and basically nobody cares about them.
The villain is weak.
Too long, which equals too boring.
I am convinced that people just don't get what a good action movie is these days, not only because of the majority of the comments here, but also most people in my theatre liked it so much. Just because there are long complicated fight scenes, doesn't mean that this is a good action movie.
First John Wick film is a perfection. Second one was also very good. I will rewatch them and pretend that this was never a "universe".
Every time you thought the fight scenes are almost over, there’s still more and it gets crazier! Some people might think low of Keanu Reeves’ acting range, and it shows clearly here, but he seems to fully accept that and enjoys the ride. That’s the least of the problems though, when it comes to doing action scenes, he totally delivered as always. The story is kinda meh and pedictable, but at least the cinematography is neat and lots of beautiful shots to please our eyes. 7.5/10
R.I.P Lance Reddick
