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Meg Baird recommended The Apu Trilogy (1959) in Movies (curated)

 
The Apu Trilogy (1959)
The Apu Trilogy (1959)
1959 | Classics
(0 Ratings)
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"I was so excited by the news of this incredible release and restoration. Every moment is beautiful—as, of course, is the soundtrack by Ravi Shankar. Some scenes even seem to be able to penetrate the boundary of your own personal memory. Electrifying but peaceful. Throughout the entire trilogy, everything is leaving Apu behind, but the final scene shows all currents flooding home to him."

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Meg Baird recommended Pather Panchali (1955) in Movies (curated)

 
Pather Panchali (1955)
Pather Panchali (1955)
1955 | Drama
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"I was so excited by the news of this incredible release and restoration. Every moment is beautiful—as, of course, is the soundtrack by Ravi Shankar. Some scenes even seem to be able to penetrate the boundary of your own personal memory. Electrifying but peaceful. Throughout the entire trilogy, everything is leaving Apu behind, but the final scene shows all currents flooding home to him."

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Fifty Shades Freed (2018)
Fifty Shades Freed (2018)
2018 | Drama
Can't complain
I enjoyed this, I don't think the story came across as it did in the book but I was thankful there was more focus on the story behind rather that the sex scenes which I think took a lot from the movies originally. Sometimes I found the acting quite awkward but I think that was part of the way the film is and how they should come across.
  
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Dean (6921 KP) rated Ford v Ferrari (aka Le Mans '66) (2019) in Movies

Nov 21, 2019 (Updated Sep 13, 2020)  
Ford v Ferrari (aka Le Mans '66) (2019)
Ford v Ferrari (aka Le Mans '66) (2019)
2019 | Action, Biography, Drama, Sport
Great cast (2 more)
Awesome racing scenes
Cool cinematography
Bale's accent (0 more)
If this were a beauty pageant we've just lost
This looked a class act just from the trailer and the full film doesn't disappoint. Based on the true story of how 2 men helped Ford design a Car to challenge the dominance of Ferrari. The chemistry between the Damon and Bale is great. The driving and race scenes look great, giving you the feel as if you are behind the wheel at times. It's a quality and all round well made film. If you liked @Rush (2013) check this out as it has a similar feel to it.
  
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Jun 16, 2017  
Wonder woman, pretty good I thought but the photography was a little poor in the night scenes. Too grainy and not enough detail for my liking.
The story line was good enough. Dc are still miles behind mcu though, can't see them gaining much ground any time soon if this is the standard they're producing.
I know that last part is a little damning but I still enjoyed the film
     
The Guard (The Selection, #2.5)
The Guard (The Selection, #2.5)
Kiera Cass | 2014 | Dystopia, Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Young Adult (YA)
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7.5 (8 Ratings)
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By now you will be quite familiar with Aspen Leger. The man who first broke America's heart and the main reason she signed up for the selection in the first place. But who is the man behind the sweet words and tender kisses? The man who thought he had nothing to offer.

"We know you're strong, but accepting help is its own kind of strength."
- Happily Ever After (The Guard) - page 244

There are several scenes that overlap from The Elite in this novella. It was enlightening to see these scenes unfold through Aspen's perspective. Very helpful overall to learn more about his character. It is perfect to read AFTER The Elite.
  
We Have Always Lived in the Castle
We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Shirley Jackson | 2009 | Fiction & Poetry
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8.0 (15 Ratings)
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A cautionary tale of mob mentality
This is absolutely tragic. The last few scenes remind me of Frankenstein. This mystery novel surrounds a quirky young woman, her older agoraphobic sister Constance, their disabled uncle and an enigmatic cousin. They have a rather hideous family secret that is revealed midway but the reasoning behind it remains unknown. It is a fascinating story, engaging, and straightforward.
  
The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
2012 | Action, Sci-Fi
6
6.9 (33 Ratings)
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Not so amazing
I'm not sure we really needed this re-boot so soon after the other films! It seems to stay faithful to a lot of the ideas behind Spiderman and therefore some scenes are just like the first film, which makes me think why not try something totally different?! It's a good film though and the action and SFX are very good, overall I think it missed some of the charm of the recent first film.
  
Forensics: The Anatomy of Crime
Forensics: The Anatomy of Crime
Val McDermid | 2015 | Biography, Crime
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9.5 (2 Ratings)
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Psychology (5 more)
Crime
Patterns
Clear chapters
Educational
Photos
Extremely interesting
Took this book on holiday with me and could not put it down! Managed to read it very quickly. So interesting to learn about forensics and pathology! Behind the scenes of crimes that ordinary people would not realise. Read about interesting cases as the forensic/pathology/psychological/detective work that goes into solving such crimes. Fascinating! Clear chapters also. Including some pictures!
  
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Cary Elwes recommended Which Lie Did I Tell? in Books (curated)

 
Which Lie Did I Tell?
Which Lie Did I Tell?
William Goldman | 2001 | Biography
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"The second non-fiction book by the legendary novelist and screenwriter responsible for such classic films as The Princess Bride (a personal favorite), Marathon Man, All The President’s Men and Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid. Like the prequel, Which Lie Did I Tell includes candid behind-the-scenes stories, a window into the process of how to write good scripts and how The Princess Bride became his first screen credit in nearly nine years. A thoroughly entertaining insider’s look into how Hollywood works."

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