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Erika (17788 KP) rated Kingdom of Heaven (2005) in Movies
Jan 16, 2018
Orlando Bloom (2 more)
Eva Green
Edward Norton
**Disclaimer: This is one of my favorite movies.
This movie holds up through multiple viewings. It's one of a very few (recent movies) concerning the Crusades, which is an interesting era of history. It was a nice balance of both sides of the conflict.
This movie holds up through multiple viewings. It's one of a very few (recent movies) concerning the Crusades, which is an interesting era of history. It was a nice balance of both sides of the conflict.
Ari Augustine (10 KP) rated On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness in Books
May 4, 2020
I absolutely LOVED "On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness". It's funny, adventurous, magical, and so heartfelt. I loved that it's about family and friendship above all else. It's such a beautiful little tale packed with the tug o' war of conflict, beasties galore, and an unforgettable world!
Ross (3282 KP) rated The Hero of Ages in Books
Sep 4, 2017
Thrilling conclusion to (age 1 of) the mistborn series. The action follows on nicely from the well of ascension, Vin and Elend are now somewhat driven apart by abilities, suspicion and conflict.
A really satisfying end to the series, with all loose ends tied up and all characters ending where they should.
A really satisfying end to the series, with all loose ends tied up and all characters ending where they should.
Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Raven, Fire, and Ice (Touch of Truth #1) in Books
Dec 25, 2018
This fantasy/steampunk novel was a glue read, one you can't put down and sticks with you. The development of the characters relationship was almost a character itself and a strong driving force in the story. The conflict and draw of the three main characters will keep you reading that "one more page".
Ari Shapiro recommended Birdsong in Books (curated)
Erika Kehlet (21 KP) rated Siege and Storm in Books
Feb 19, 2018
This continuation of the story started in Shadow and Bone has Alina running from the Darkling, the Apparat, and at times even trying to run from her own power and the person she is becoming. I thought the author did a good job keeping the dynamics between the characters from getting stale while still keeping them believable. Whenever there is a romance (especially, it seems, in YA), there has to be some type of conflict to keep it interesting if it is going to span a series. Here there is conflict both within Alina’s inner circle and from without, which keeps it interesting and keeps the story flying along at a fast pace. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series!
Ross (3282 KP) rated Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) in Movies
Sep 25, 2017
Great film. The opening sequence with the battle to protect the "Harbulary batteries" is exquisite.
The humour present in the first film is still there, though at times it is somewhat buried under conflict between Star Lord and Rocket.
I'm looking forward to seeing how the Guardians interact with the Avengers in the Infinity Wars films.
The humour present in the first film is still there, though at times it is somewhat buried under conflict between Star Lord and Rocket.
I'm looking forward to seeing how the Guardians interact with the Avengers in the Infinity Wars films.
Peter G. (247 KP) rated Blade II (2002) in Movies
Jun 5, 2019
Prior to his run in with the law, Snipes was quite the action star and this follow up to the surprising original gives us another action packed comic book entry that kicks ass and is an exciting watch with an interesting new villain.
There is also an interesting conflict introduced into the plot that augments an aleady good storyline.
There is also an interesting conflict introduced into the plot that augments an aleady good storyline.
Julia Cafritz recommended Quadrophenia (1979) in Movies (curated)
Phillip McSween (751 KP) rated Old School (2003) in Movies
Jan 25, 2021
Terrible Pacing Wasn't the Only Thing That Ruined the Story
After a man catches his girlfriend in an orgy, he moves into a new house near a college campus to get his life back together where shenanigans ensue.
Acting: 10
Beginning: 10
Characters: 3
Cinematography/Visuals: 10
Conflict: 5
One of the laundry list of misses for me in Old School. It felt like one big party movie which is fine provided there is some kind of conflict driving the story a la The Hangover. Because of the lack of conflict, I had no interest in rooting for the main character. Any conflict scenes that did exist felt forced and unnecessary.
Entertainment Value: 7
Memorability: 6
While there are a few memorable scenes that had me cracking up, the movie as a whole reminded me that I had seen better comedies. The wedding singer was hilarious as well as the funeral for Blue and I can think of at least two more strong comedic moments that had me cracking up. Unfortunately the sum of its parts didn’t really amount to much.
Pace: 4
Plot: 3
Resolution: 5
A resolution that didn’t really blow me away. To be fair, even if the ending had been better, it wouldn’t have been enough to save the movie as a whole. It was already too far off the rails at this point for me.
Overall: 63
Many tout Old School as a cult classic and I can understand why. There are quite a few moments that got the job done making me laugh. As a whole, it just wasn’t enough for me.
Acting: 10
Beginning: 10
Characters: 3
Cinematography/Visuals: 10
Conflict: 5
One of the laundry list of misses for me in Old School. It felt like one big party movie which is fine provided there is some kind of conflict driving the story a la The Hangover. Because of the lack of conflict, I had no interest in rooting for the main character. Any conflict scenes that did exist felt forced and unnecessary.
Entertainment Value: 7
Memorability: 6
While there are a few memorable scenes that had me cracking up, the movie as a whole reminded me that I had seen better comedies. The wedding singer was hilarious as well as the funeral for Blue and I can think of at least two more strong comedic moments that had me cracking up. Unfortunately the sum of its parts didn’t really amount to much.
Pace: 4
Plot: 3
Resolution: 5
A resolution that didn’t really blow me away. To be fair, even if the ending had been better, it wouldn’t have been enough to save the movie as a whole. It was already too far off the rails at this point for me.
Overall: 63
Many tout Old School as a cult classic and I can understand why. There are quite a few moments that got the job done making me laugh. As a whole, it just wasn’t enough for me.