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Rebecca Hope (5 KP) rated The Island of El Dorado in Tabletop Games
Aug 11, 2018
Great table top game
I thought this game was quite enjoyable. I am not personally the greatest fan of strategy-based games, and the dice-rolling adds an element of luck to the game that I thought made the game more fun. Easy enough game to learn, I think new players could pick it up relatively quick. Good choice in game to learn.
Matthew Krueger (10051 KP) rated Hitman (2007) in Movies
Jul 6, 2019
I actually like this movie.
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Even though hitman is a movie based off of a video game. I liked this movie. I thought timothy olyphant was a great choice for hitman.
The plot: Raised from childhood by the mysterious Diana organisation, Agent 47 is the perfect killer, but when he is dispatched to kill the Russian president, 47 discovers that his employers have betrayed him. Taking prostitute and possible witness Nika with him, the enigmatic assassin flees from both Interpol and the Russian secret service as he fights to uncover the root of the conspiracy.
To me hitman is a good movie, even though its a movie based off of a video game.
Its still a good movie unlike the 2015 film.
The plot: Raised from childhood by the mysterious Diana organisation, Agent 47 is the perfect killer, but when he is dispatched to kill the Russian president, 47 discovers that his employers have betrayed him. Taking prostitute and possible witness Nika with him, the enigmatic assassin flees from both Interpol and the Russian secret service as he fights to uncover the root of the conspiracy.
To me hitman is a good movie, even though its a movie based off of a video game.
Its still a good movie unlike the 2015 film.
Nickg24 (492 KP) rated What We Do in the Shadows- Season 1 in TV
Jun 3, 2019
Having loved the film that this show is based on i was expecting something really good from this and boy did it deliver.
The casting of Kayvan Novak and Matt Berry (2 well known comedians in the Uk) was an inspired choice,the storylines were executed perfectly and every joke hit the spot..every time.I dont want to give to much away in case there is anyone who hasn't seen the series yet but i hope this brief review will persuade you into seeing it and loving it as much as I did.
The casting of Kayvan Novak and Matt Berry (2 well known comedians in the Uk) was an inspired choice,the storylines were executed perfectly and every joke hit the spot..every time.I dont want to give to much away in case there is anyone who hasn't seen the series yet but i hope this brief review will persuade you into seeing it and loving it as much as I did.
David McK (3425 KP) rated Twisted Metal - season 1 in TV
May 4, 2024 (Updated May 4, 2024)
Twisted Metal, the console game, is a post apocalyptic racer of sorts from all accounts.
I've never played it.
It does seem to be a strange choice for an action-adventure comedy series, but I actually found this to work quite well, largely based in the chemistry of the co-leads (Mackie as the 'milkman' John Doe, hired to deliver a package cross country and encountering Beatriz's Quiet along the way) and the antagonist played by Thomas Haden-Church.
Oh, and never forgetting the murderous clown Sweet Tooth who steals pretty much every scene he is in ...
I've never played it.
It does seem to be a strange choice for an action-adventure comedy series, but I actually found this to work quite well, largely based in the chemistry of the co-leads (Mackie as the 'milkman' John Doe, hired to deliver a package cross country and encountering Beatriz's Quiet along the way) and the antagonist played by Thomas Haden-Church.
Oh, and never forgetting the murderous clown Sweet Tooth who steals pretty much every scene he is in ...
Garth Davis recommended My Name Is Joe (Mein Name ist Joe) (1999) in Movies (curated)
RəX Regent (349 KP) rated JFK (1991) in Movies
Feb 19, 2019
A gripping and highly complex drama/thriller based around the true and supposed events surrounding the assassination of JFK. This film passionately presents in argument that he was assassinated by members of his own government, and whist on paper Oliver Stone is saying such, the film spins a complex web of theories and conclusions that suggest and dismiss and reignite themselves, leaving a whole host of culprits.
But second shooter, Bell Helicopter, or Johnson’s coup or not, this film demonstrates the power politics meeting celluloid, dazzling its audience with such a plausible argument, and presenting it with such zeal that by the time you take a breath, you’re not sure what to believe, and often opt for the easy choice, taking on board the smoke and mirrors.
But when all is said and done, this is just a movie, and like the books it is based upon, not fact, just theory. But as a film, this is powerful and persuasive stuff…
But second shooter, Bell Helicopter, or Johnson’s coup or not, this film demonstrates the power politics meeting celluloid, dazzling its audience with such a plausible argument, and presenting it with such zeal that by the time you take a breath, you’re not sure what to believe, and often opt for the easy choice, taking on board the smoke and mirrors.
But when all is said and done, this is just a movie, and like the books it is based upon, not fact, just theory. But as a film, this is powerful and persuasive stuff…
Kevin Phillipson (10021 KP) rated Dr. Who and the Daleks (1965) in Movies
Aug 11, 2022
Peter cushing (2 more)
Daleks
Roy castle
Watched today I've seen this movie several times over the years and still I love the movie based on the BBC TV show doctor who not many realise back in the 60s they made two movies with the doctor and the daleks in colour and it really is amazing the casting of Peter cushing as the doctor is the best choice in the role plays it so well and then there's Roy Castle who would go on later for a lot of children in the 70s and 80s to make a tv show called record breakers plays the comedy side rather. And then there's the daleks looking glorious in colour for the first time. Recenlty the film had been restored in glorious HD looking better than ever which is the version I watched today. Overall good movie based on a tv but dalek invasion earth 2150 still my favourite of the two
Micah Ulibarri (79 KP) rated The Week Of (2018) in Movies
May 6, 2018
Adam Sandler has been pretty prolific recently thanks to a contract with Netflix. This most recent film involves a team up with long time collaborator Chris Rock as fathers of the bride and groom, respectively.
Obviously, based on the actor choice, this is a comedy. So the question is: Is it funny? Answer: YES! It actually is. Frankly, I've been pretty down on Sandler recently, but he still has some decent jokes to pull out. I laughed out loud hard about 5 times and chuckled or smiled quite a bit throughout.
The film was very well acted and the big scene between Sandler and his daughter is particularly touching.
It's not a masterpiece, but a decent Netflix only film.
Obviously, based on the actor choice, this is a comedy. So the question is: Is it funny? Answer: YES! It actually is. Frankly, I've been pretty down on Sandler recently, but he still has some decent jokes to pull out. I laughed out loud hard about 5 times and chuckled or smiled quite a bit throughout.
The film was very well acted and the big scene between Sandler and his daughter is particularly touching.
It's not a masterpiece, but a decent Netflix only film.
Logan Eccles (135 KP) rated Bumblebee (2018) in Movies
Oct 1, 2020 (Updated Oct 2, 2020)
I See You... Bumblebee
Wasn't directing and thought it'd be a drama based Transformers? Well, news flash Bay basically did direct it without directing it he handpicked his replacement who is pretty much his protégé. The film is just like any other Micheal Bay movie FUN, STUPID, and full of EXPLOSIONS! However, I do feel like the writing was stronger in this film at least it was more story-driven than the previous Transformers movies. I thought it was a weird choice to have Halie Sienfield in this but she was great. Her performance was both strong and adorable mixed together which also sums up this movie. And of course, before I finish this review I have to address John Cena's performance or my headline won't make since (You can't see me) ok anyway Cena actually left me wanting to see more of his character. It was an odd choice to have Cena cast as this character in my opinion but he does pull it off. If you want a movie to watch with your kids go buy this, this weekend you will all enjoy it.
Erika (17788 KP) rated The Witch's Heart in Books
May 1, 2021 (Updated May 1, 2021)
Oooof, apparently I should have read the synopsis more closely. The writing was good, and I would be willing to try another book by this author.
This book just wasn't my jam, my brain turns off as soon as the story line becomes solely about having kids and sacrificing oneself for family. I can't relate, and I find it completely snooze-worthy.
This rating is so low, because this just wasn't my cup of tea. It only gets a 2 because I liked the writing style. I know it's based on a myth, which is en vogue right now, but why can't strong, childless (by choice) women exist in books? This novel to me was just a growing problem that I'm having with novels in general at this point.
This book just wasn't my jam, my brain turns off as soon as the story line becomes solely about having kids and sacrificing oneself for family. I can't relate, and I find it completely snooze-worthy.
This rating is so low, because this just wasn't my cup of tea. It only gets a 2 because I liked the writing style. I know it's based on a myth, which is en vogue right now, but why can't strong, childless (by choice) women exist in books? This novel to me was just a growing problem that I'm having with novels in general at this point.