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Andy K (10823 KP) rated Hellraiser (1987) in Movies
Jun 8, 2018
Still a masterpiece!
The first time I saw Hellraiser I was amazed and disgusted simultaneously which doesn't happen too often when going to the movies nowadays.
I was thoroughly mesmerized by the gothic world Clive Barker had created and the interesting, yet enigmatic characters he created. The film has a unique look which is impressive considering the low budget.
I can see how those seeing it for the first time now would consider some of the optical effects dated by today's CGI perfection standards, but the ideas and themes are still compelling.
I have revisited often when I want a good creep.
I was thoroughly mesmerized by the gothic world Clive Barker had created and the interesting, yet enigmatic characters he created. The film has a unique look which is impressive considering the low budget.
I can see how those seeing it for the first time now would consider some of the optical effects dated by today's CGI perfection standards, but the ideas and themes are still compelling.
I have revisited often when I want a good creep.
Andy K (10823 KP) rated It's Not Yet Dark (2016) in Movies
Dec 10, 2018
Emotional and compelling
I was moved to tears by this Netflix documentary about filmmaker Simon Fitzmaurice. He is a man with ALS (MND) in Ireland who still pursued his dreams despite losing so much in his personal life including his ability to walk, talk and basically live off of a machine and the assistance of others to survive.
Watching a film like this puts your own petty problems into perspective and makes you not only want to be a better person, but count every blessing you have and every day you continue to awaken each morning.
Everyone should check this film out.
Watching a film like this puts your own petty problems into perspective and makes you not only want to be a better person, but count every blessing you have and every day you continue to awaken each morning.
Everyone should check this film out.
Chrissie-ann (78 KP) rated Unsane (2018) in Movies
Jul 1, 2018
Creepy and unsettling
Being in the horror category I was expecting this film to be different, to me it was more like a thriller. I liked the way this film was made, it seemed at the beginning like the relationships were forced, but I think that added to tension leading to unsettleness as the film went on. From what I read I wasn't really sure what to expect, I also didn't know what was real at first. But I found it compelling but without connecting with the characters, watching from the outside. The story was good and I like the way it progressed albeit slightly slower than expected.
Leah Rothwell (170 KP) rated Venom (2018) in Movies
Oct 9, 2018
Funny but doesn’t rely on it (1 more)
Captivating
Loved the humour!
I’ve heard a lot of people say it relies on humour too much or takes too long to show venom but I actually think that for the first Venom movie of at least 3 that it worked really well.
The humour made the story flow with ease rather than it dragging, and I couldn’t stop laughing at the random outbursts Venom has about food.
I unfortunately haven’t read all of the comics but I can’t wait to see where the story goes, the mixture of dark humour and action makes for a really compelling series of films.
The humour made the story flow with ease rather than it dragging, and I couldn’t stop laughing at the random outbursts Venom has about food.
I unfortunately haven’t read all of the comics but I can’t wait to see where the story goes, the mixture of dark humour and action makes for a really compelling series of films.
Bluesquirrel (69 KP) rated Altered Carbon in TV
Nov 14, 2018
Compelling storyline (3 more)
Cast
Character development
Special effects
Extraordinary
Altered carbon offers a unique telling of a futuristic world. Whilst continued if over representative, the rich get richer and the poor get poorer concept. It gives view to the struggle of society. Through a well scripted action packed series. The character developments is done well through the episode. Though the story does seem to lose itself in places where certain lacking details are clearly evident, this is compensated in other parts which brings the episodes back together. This is must watch show, for sci-fi and crime dectice enthusiast. It like a good book, once you start watching you can't stop.
Kate (355 KP) rated Apparitions in TV
Jan 8, 2019
Discovered this on Amazon Prime and hadn't heard of it before now. There is only one season consisting of six episodes and yes I did binge watch them in one day. Martin Shaw is the main character playing a priest who carries out exorcisms. The story does run through all six episodes and it does finish at the end of episode six. Not sure how season two would be played out as the story did finish. You don't get all the special effects in today's films and TV series but it is still compelling and makes you think. Also what lady can resist Martin Shaw.
Tallulah22 (211 KP) rated You in Books
Jan 4, 2020
It was a great read that I didn't want to put down. The tale of Joe is an imaginative one and you want to keep reading to find out what is going to happen between he and Beck next. Lots of swearing and sex scenes so it is not suitable at all for younger audiences. It is a thrilling view of what people may really be thinking about in the real world without you knowing about it.
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