One of the most perfect television series you could ever see. To this day I have yet to witness a better series finale than the unpredictable, hugely satisfying conclusion this show offered.
I fucking love The Shield.
One of my favourite films in general. Too many people think a horror/thriller can only be scary, which is dumb. It's allowed to have a story too. In this case the story is so good that the creators were confident enough to add some comic relief, and it worked.. really well.
After seeing the second chapter of Insidious, I can honestly say this franchise is only 1 film away from being the perfect trilogy. James Wan and Leigh Whannell are just too talented for their own good. Brilliant movie.
This film is more than just a horror, if it doesn't scare you that doesn't make it a bad film. Insidious is just as much about the story as it is the scares. It does a fantastic job of setting up a solid atmosphere, trying out new scare techniques while still dabbling in the tried-and-true methods of your typical jump scare.
This "sequel" is more of a natural continuation of the story. It picks up right where the first film left off and does the story real justice. It expands the mythology behind "The Further" while dealing with Josh's new-found possession. If you don't feel you can watch it for the scares then watch it for the story because it's a bloody good one.
One of my favourite things about this film is it's not only a sequel but also works it's way as a prequel too. It takes us right back to when Josh was a kid and how he first came into contact with the woman in black. Not only that but this film does a beautiful job of linking back to the unexplained scenes in the first film which, when experiencing that for the first time, is an absolute treat.
Don't listen to reviews saying it wasn't scary enough or it was worse than the first film. This is just the second chapter of the same story. It doesn't care for rehashing the first film but instead does something different. You don't discriminate between chapters of a book complaining one wasn't as scary as the other, one wasn't as good as the other. They're all chapters of the same story and work together to create this fantastic, whole story.
Insidious is just that. With the 3rd film confirmed it's clear that Insidious is one big story not just about the scares, not just about the Lambert family but instead the bigger picture is about "The Further" and the story behind it. The entities involved, whether they're parasites or demons.
If you liked the first film you'll love the second. It's still got the familiar atmosphere, the comic relief from Specs and Tucker, and even features a music score that takes inspiration from the first film's soundtrack while offering something to keep things feeling fresh.
I'm a sucker for a well-written story and the Insidious franchise is no exception. Leigh Whannell (who funnily enough, also plays the character Specs) does a great job in penning the screenplays. The story is fresh, exciting an after Insidious: Chapter 2 I feel fully confident in the Insidious series/franchise and am very much looking forward to full trilogy.
Whether this film scares you, makes you laugh or doesn't let you sleep.. you can't deny it's a solid, original story. Forget the labels and just enjoy the film for what it is. Really. Fucking. Good.
One of only two films that tugs right on the heart strings. Brilliant movie.
One of my all-time favourite films. Great cast, great story and the method of storytelling is refreshing. Highly recommended.
This is like a live-action graphic novel. Sure, the action is exaggerated and the nudity is at times gratuitous but that's part of the charm. And it works, really well.
The acting (especially from the likes of Ulrich Thomsen, The Wire's Frankie Faison and The Sopranos' Matt Servitto) is incredible as are the characters themselves. The storylines are engaging, genuinely edge-of-your-seat stuff. And the overall tone and cinematography of the show is breathtakingly refreshing and rich. Especially in season 2, with an episode featuring cinematography equivalent to the movie Drive. I love what it's achieved and where it's going. The attention to detail via unusual means is also a blast with the evolving title sequence including clues for what's to come and the post-credit scenes that add a touch more insight into the character's lives.
This is honestly one of my all-time favourite shows. Very much worth the watch and a well deserved 10/10.
Justified is some of the best, most original and witty television you will ever see.
Finally got the damn thing on blu ray, still one of the best films I've ever seen
Amazing sequel, actually furthered the story instead of regurgitating the first film. Really enjoyed it.
Definitely one of the best films of all time
One of the best shows I've ever seen, with the most intense pilot and finale episodes ever.
Adverts made me doubt the film, didn't like the look of the Mandarin etc. But now that I've seen it..
Wow. Like seriously, wow. This was miles better than number 2, exceeded expectations by a shit tonne and even though there's only 3 I am totally content with saying this is one of the best Iron Man films I've ever seen.
Really well done, everything you expect to happen they turn it upside down and surprise you with raw Iron Man at its best. Loved this film, just really fucking well done.
God damnit. Such a breathe of fresh air this show was. Not simply another tired cop procedural but a genuinely good show backed by the man himself, Shawn Ryan. Although I'm pissed this was cancelled it still worked out as a really decent mini-series which I'm thankful for.
Also, for those interested -- this is the correct order to watch the episodes:
01 - Pilot
02 - Hog Butcher
06 - The Gold Coin Kid
05 - O'Leary's Cow
07 - Blackhand and the Shotgun
08 - Wild Onions
09 - St. Valentine's Day Massacre
10 - Bathhouse & Hinky Dink
11 - Black Sox
03 - Gillis, Chase & Babyface
04 - Cabrini Green
12 - Greylord & Gambat
13 - Mike Royko's Revenge
Wow. Those were some of the best 5 seasons of television I've ever seen. Was originally worried about the DirecTV change but nope, that season was great and the final season was even better.
Fantastic show, highly recommended and jesus christ I wish they'd release this all on blu ray..
Watched this for the first time recently, only because I've heard so many people go on about it. Surprised me a lot, turned out to be nothing like I expected the film to be and I am so grateful for that.
Amazing story, strong acting and the twist at the end was just brilliant.
One of my favourites, such a great film.
3 episodes in, really enjoying it. Had me hooked from the pilot, looking forward to more
In the words of TNT; "one of the best police dramas ever made".
This show is not quite a procedural, not quite a serial, so to end it the way they did was the best way they could have. Despite my reservations towards the bleeping, which really kills the immersion, I thought this was an all-round solid show. 5 season of gripping, gritty drama. Some really moving episodes, always keeping things original and fresh. Yep, this is certainly a 9/10.
Really gonna miss this show.
One of the all-time classics. Can't go wrong with this film, just perfect
Definitely one of my favourite films, solid storyline, strong acting and the ending was spot on. Alternate ending on the blu ray was interesting but I'm glad they went with the current one in the end. Great film. Easy 9/10.
Binged through all aired episodes (currently 11) and I can safely say really love this show. It has genuine creepy/horror elements which is so rare in TV shows, I love it. Add to that an amazing cast, especially the actor playing Hannibal who shows real character, along with the original story lines.. the cinematics.. it just ticks all the boxes for me.
Can't wait for the next 2 episodes, this has been a big surprise for me. Never expected the show to be this good.
Season 4, definitely their best season so far!
Critique put me off watching this for a while, dumbest decision I've ever made.
This film was great, plain and simple. It's dark and full of action. The flashbacks are a nice change for introducing the origin story. And I thought they cast Superman perfectly, great actor and is practically the spitting image of Christopher Reeve.
Best adaptation of the Superman story since the originals, loved it.
It's like a Canadian Borat. This guy is genuinely hilarious
Arnold, Stallone, Sam Neill and Jim Caviezel? Man this film was a tonne of fun. Really enjoyed it.
This is how a sequel is done, by turning everything up to 11. My god that was glorious
Slow start but the final 2 episodes of the first season have been fucking incredible. Hopefully the show will stay at that quality for season 2. 8/10 so far, great show.
One of the few cases where the sequel is as good, if not better than the original. Now I patiently wait to complete the trilogy with 28 Months Later (come on Danny, hurry up).
One of Cage's best, great film.
Reviews made me pass on this film, finally watched it and it was decent. Great end to this weird ass trilogy. Loved the post-credits scene too, hilarious and a nice nod to previous films.
Like seriously, this film is much better than everyone else is making it out to be.
