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Peter G. (247 KP) rated Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) in Movies
Jul 29, 2019
Lacklustre sequel that has lost its heart.
Howard again seems to stand about adding zero value to the narrative, thankfully we dont get as many close ups of her shoes this time.
The third act picks up a little as the dino auction scenes were quite entertaining, but this isnt enough to plaster over the holes in the plot and the overuse of CGI, worth a watch but nothing special.
Howard again seems to stand about adding zero value to the narrative, thankfully we dont get as many close ups of her shoes this time.
The third act picks up a little as the dino auction scenes were quite entertaining, but this isnt enough to plaster over the holes in the plot and the overuse of CGI, worth a watch but nothing special.
Peter G. (247 KP) rated Van Helsing (2004) in Movies
Aug 1, 2019
If there was ever a movie that built hype and promised so much, it was this one.
What a complete let down, from the ropey and excessive use of CGI to the poor story which effectively was one action set piece after another, and did I mention how dark and poorly lit it is, possibly done in this way to disguise the poor effects.
This is not worth your precious time.
What a complete let down, from the ropey and excessive use of CGI to the poor story which effectively was one action set piece after another, and did I mention how dark and poorly lit it is, possibly done in this way to disguise the poor effects.
This is not worth your precious time.
Bostonian916 (449 KP) rated Shazam! (2019) in Movies
Jun 29, 2020
Given the overall tone of the current DCEU in film, this was surprisingly lighthearted and fun fair. Zach was a perfect fit to play the titular character. The story was well done and the CGI were about what you would expect out of Warner Brothers. Gaping door was left wide open for a continuation. Honestly, I'll go see it in the theater if they do decide to make that happen.
Kevin Phillipson (10021 KP) rated The Call Of The Wild (2020) in Movies
Oct 18, 2020
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Just watched I liked it a lot the perfect Sunday movie especially for the family to watch and Harrison ford always worth a watch in any movie he's in even when he's upstaged by a cgi dog the real star of the movie who u want to survive out in the wild and will pull you're heart strings. As it's on Disney + worth s watch again
Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back - Evolution (2019)
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The 22nd installment in the Pokémon film series and a CGI remake of the first film.
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Welcome to the official LARVA channel by TUBA n. TUBA n is an animation studio well known for its...
David McK (3425 KP) rated Jumanji (1995) in Movies
Jan 15, 2023
1995 heavily dependant on CGI movie starring am (extremely young) Kirsten Dunst and the late Robin Williams, with Williams doing his usual man-child stichk as a young boy who got trapped in the mystical game Jumanji before being accidentally released nearer 30 years later, and who must finish the game to undo the events it has caused.
Surprised this got a PG rating; not even a PG-13 or 12A!
Surprised this got a PG rating; not even a PG-13 or 12A!
LeftSideCut (3778 KP) rated Power Rangers (2017) in Movies
Jan 31, 2020
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About 85% of this reboot of the popular 90s show Power Rangers is quite a broody and charming enough story about a group of five (mostly outcast) teenagers finding a bond and friendship after discovering that they've be given superpowers. This is spliced with the odd training montage of them all learning how to harness their new found powers.
It pretty straightforward, and thanks the main cast, it's fairly enjoyable.
Lead by Jason (Stranger Things' Dacre Montgomery), the five friends are probably the main positive about the film.
As the movie draws on, we are teased with just enough Power Rangers material to keep the intrigue afloat - the presence of Zordon (Bryan Cranston), Alpha 5 (Bill Hader) and Rita Repulsa (Elizabeth Banks), glimpses of the Zords and so on, but the narrative never strays too far from this core theme of strength through friendship.
That is until the final act of course...
I'll admit that I felt a swelling of excitement when the Power Rangers finally appeared in full armour, kicking the shit out of faceless CGI henchman, but it's at this point that director Dean Israelite goes FULL POWER RANGERS. We even get the classic theme tune as the Rangers charge towards Goldar (eye burning CGI, but kind of cool) and Rita in their Zords (also kind of cool) but here in lies the main problem with the film as a whole.
The nostalgia is laid on so thick that it feels like a completely different film. With the first 3/4 being somewhat grounded in realism (sort of), with serious themes and relatable human characters, the final act of flat out Power Rangers absurdity doesn't quite gel. I have no problem with either approach, but I feel like maybe the writers should have picked one and stuck with it.
The well developed teenagers that we've spent and hour and half with at this point are suddenly wise cracking and quipping like there's no tomorrow. The big climatic battle looks ok, but it has that really overplayed Kanye West song obnoxiously blasting throughout (which just gave me *shudder* Suicide Squad vibes), and after being built up to be a genuinely threatening villain, Rita is easily dispatched by a big CGI bitchslap into CGI space, by the big CGI hand of the big CGI Megazord (still kind of cool).
It's just a little meh.
I have fond memories of Power Rangers from my childhood, and I realise that this modern retelling is also aimed at a younger audience, and in that respect I'm sure it's very entertaining, and I give credit to the writers for touching upon more adult issues, but overall, I wish it had been better. Power Rangers is silly, but it does genuinely have scope to be an epic franchise.
Final note - the running Krispy Kreme joke got old very quickly 🖕
It pretty straightforward, and thanks the main cast, it's fairly enjoyable.
Lead by Jason (Stranger Things' Dacre Montgomery), the five friends are probably the main positive about the film.
As the movie draws on, we are teased with just enough Power Rangers material to keep the intrigue afloat - the presence of Zordon (Bryan Cranston), Alpha 5 (Bill Hader) and Rita Repulsa (Elizabeth Banks), glimpses of the Zords and so on, but the narrative never strays too far from this core theme of strength through friendship.
That is until the final act of course...
I'll admit that I felt a swelling of excitement when the Power Rangers finally appeared in full armour, kicking the shit out of faceless CGI henchman, but it's at this point that director Dean Israelite goes FULL POWER RANGERS. We even get the classic theme tune as the Rangers charge towards Goldar (eye burning CGI, but kind of cool) and Rita in their Zords (also kind of cool) but here in lies the main problem with the film as a whole.
The nostalgia is laid on so thick that it feels like a completely different film. With the first 3/4 being somewhat grounded in realism (sort of), with serious themes and relatable human characters, the final act of flat out Power Rangers absurdity doesn't quite gel. I have no problem with either approach, but I feel like maybe the writers should have picked one and stuck with it.
The well developed teenagers that we've spent and hour and half with at this point are suddenly wise cracking and quipping like there's no tomorrow. The big climatic battle looks ok, but it has that really overplayed Kanye West song obnoxiously blasting throughout (which just gave me *shudder* Suicide Squad vibes), and after being built up to be a genuinely threatening villain, Rita is easily dispatched by a big CGI bitchslap into CGI space, by the big CGI hand of the big CGI Megazord (still kind of cool).
It's just a little meh.
I have fond memories of Power Rangers from my childhood, and I realise that this modern retelling is also aimed at a younger audience, and in that respect I'm sure it's very entertaining, and I give credit to the writers for touching upon more adult issues, but overall, I wish it had been better. Power Rangers is silly, but it does genuinely have scope to be an epic franchise.
Final note - the running Krispy Kreme joke got old very quickly 🖕
Sarah (7798 KP) rated Justice League (2017) in Movies
Aug 19, 2018 (Updated Aug 19, 2018)
Trying and failing to be like the Avengers
The main problem with this film is that it is trying so hard to be like the Avengers, and it fails miserably - everything from the script to the supposed humour, the team and the CGI, they're all truly terrible. This is by far one of the worst films I've seen in a long time.
It's a shame really as Wonder Woman wasn't half bad for a DC film, but this undos everything. Ben Affleck is a terrible Batman, the Flash is just irritating and his humour falls flat, and Cyborg just seems to have been thrown in for his technological abilities. Of the new additions, only Jason Momoa comes off well. I've always liked him since his Stargate days, but sadly even he couldn't save the terrible lines he was given (even if he did look cool saying them). Steppenwolf as the bad guy looks atrocious and the CGI isn't great, and he's entirely forgettable. For the enemy, he never really came across as very threatening and as such the ending wasn't very effective.
And whoever decided to digitally erase Henry Cavill's moustache needs firing. It is SO obvious that every time Cavill is on screen you find yourself staring at his top lip. It actually looks like they had to redo all of his scenes, as he always looks like he has a dodgy CGI face. Terrible.
It's a shame really as Wonder Woman wasn't half bad for a DC film, but this undos everything. Ben Affleck is a terrible Batman, the Flash is just irritating and his humour falls flat, and Cyborg just seems to have been thrown in for his technological abilities. Of the new additions, only Jason Momoa comes off well. I've always liked him since his Stargate days, but sadly even he couldn't save the terrible lines he was given (even if he did look cool saying them). Steppenwolf as the bad guy looks atrocious and the CGI isn't great, and he's entirely forgettable. For the enemy, he never really came across as very threatening and as such the ending wasn't very effective.
And whoever decided to digitally erase Henry Cavill's moustache needs firing. It is SO obvious that every time Cavill is on screen you find yourself staring at his top lip. It actually looks like they had to redo all of his scenes, as he always looks like he has a dodgy CGI face. Terrible.
Sheridan (209 KP) rated Chappie (2015) in Movies
Jul 12, 2017
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AI Concept is Ace
A Cult Classic
From the same director that brought us, District 9 and Elysium. We have the masterpiece that is Chappie. I can't express how much love I have for this film. So much love. The cast is ace, the CGI is incredible and the story...oh man the story is a work of art. Sigourney Weaver known as the alien go-to lady, plays an interesting role in this film, I liked her portrayal of the CEO. Hugh Jackman *sigh* I adore him and he shines in this role (as always) but he unfortunately plays a total a**hole :( Yo-Landi and Ninja the world's worst parents but in the best way :) (They both members of the band Die Antwoord, which has some top tracks, well worth a listen) Overall, this is just an epic film. Watch it. You won't be disappointed!