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Gina Carano recommended True Romance (1993) in Movies (curated)

 
True Romance (1993)
True Romance (1993)
1993 | Action, Drama, Mystery
8.5 (25 Ratings)
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"True Romance would definitely be in my top five. I particularly loved Patricia Arquette in True Romance. I loved how delicate she is but also how down she is in the fight scene in that film — it’s by far one of my favorite fight scenes ever. It’s just so real. I loved that hotel fight scene. And of course I loved the dialogue. I loved how you could just get so attached to the characters. That’s kind of like a fairytale for me: to think that two people could meet like that and be completely, you know — just 100 per cent have each other’s back, instead of all the bullshit we go through in everyday life. Two people that just fell in love, and their dedication to each other — that really comes through in the film. And I think the whole story, and the dialogue, is just really cool."

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Charlotte (184 KP) rated Once Upon a Broken Sky (Grimmfay, #0.5) in Books

Apr 21, 2023  
Once Upon a Broken Sky (Grimmfay, #0.5)
Once Upon a Broken Sky (Grimmfay, #0.5)
M.T. DeSantis | 2023 | Science Fiction/Fantasy
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Enchanting afternoon read

Oh my! A magical story without a fairytale ending.....well, not a classic happy ever after at least.
    Once Upon a Broken Sky is a mix of childlike wonder, manipulation, growing up fast, magic, illusion and so much more.
    I think I was a bit slow working out who some of the characters were before their life at Grimmfay but it made so much sense when I realised and things fell into place.
    I like that it mirrors real life slightly, in that one situation is replaced with another that appears to be better but actually isn't. I can't explain it as you seriously need to read this and find out for yourself.
    I'd recommend this for teenagers and above, partly as there would be a better understanding of the story and partly for some great talking points that create awareness for real life.
  
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Morgan Sheppard (1007 KP) created a post

Dec 13, 2023  
Apple Seeds in the Snow (Zemkoska Chronicles #2) by #HelenRyghPedersen is LIVE!!!!

Now is the time to grab a hot spiced cider (or beverage of choice), curl up in a blanket and lose yourself in this Winter Wonderland!!

The snowy hills of Bergam will chill you, the slow-burn spice will make you sweat and the love story will warm your heart!

Zemkoska is a land of fairytale creatures and adventures, high stakes, passion and romance....and the tales of the Domonov Dynasty are just the beginning!

Apple Seeds in the Snow is available in ebook format on most retailers including from my own store 🔗 and in paperback format.
For my audio readers out there, don't worry, the audiobook will be coming in the new year!

#appleseedsinthesnow #thezemkoskachronicles #fantasyromancereads #romantasybooks #romantasy #slowburnromance #forcedproximity #huddleforwarmth #winterreads #narniavibes #fairytalevibes #spicyreads🌶️🔥 #outnow #bookrelease #releaseday #indieauthor #indiefantasyromance #forbiddenromance #FaRoAuthor
      
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Morgan Sheppard (1007 KP) created a post

Dec 1, 2025  
December settles over Melthkior as the weight of the crown presses ever closer. Harri stands on the brink of his coronation, determined to unite old faith and new, to heal his kingdom, and to raise a healer’s hall where hope can take root.

Among the honoured guests is Ffion—keen-eyed, steady-hearted, and deeply bound to the old ways. Her arrival for the Heir’s Blessing stirs something Harri never expected… and something she can’t quite name.

But when divine forces disrupt the ceremony, goddesses Arianrhod and Creiddylad entwine their fates with ancient magic, winter dreams, and a curse that may demand more than either is ready to give.

✨ Daffodils and Dreams — a fairytale-rich, myth-woven retelling steeped in romance, Welsh lore, and the fragile bloom of hope.

🌼 Are you ready to dream?

#Fantasy #Romance #WelshGods #BrodyrAlarch4 #BrothersGrimm #FairytaleRetelling https://books2read.com/DaffodilsAndDreams
      
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Gareth von Kallenbach (980 KP) rated Red Riding Hood (2011) in Movies

Aug 7, 2019  
Red Riding Hood (2011)
Red Riding Hood (2011)
2011 | Horror, Romance
5
5.5 (11 Ratings)
Movie Rating
In a small village a wolf has been killing villagers who wander out alone. Yet for rule-breaking Valerie the desire to venture out and spend time with her true love overpowers all logic. However, drama sets in when Valerie finds she has been betrothed to a wealthy villager around the same time that that the big bad wolf returns.

Amanda Seyfried stars as Valerie in Red Riding Hood a reworking of the classic fairytale of the same name. The film also stars Shiloh Fernandez as Peter, Valerie’s childhood best friend turned love interest, and Max Irons as Henry, the wealthy suitor who has been selected to wed Valerie. The supporting cast includes some additional familiar faces such as Michael Hogan (The Reeve) best known for his work as Colonel Tigh in the Sci-Fi series Battlestar Galactica and Michael Shanks, known for his work on the hit television series Stargate SG-1 , who plays Adrien Lazer.

The concept of building more depth into the Red Riding Hood story is a good idea however the execution in this bland who-done-it comes a crossed as scattered. The film lacks cohesion and fails to build interest in the storyline focusing instead on sweeping landscapes and overly intense one-on-one character interactions.

The wardrobe is impressive with clothing that aptly represents both village life and fairytale ideals. However, much like the rest of the film, the wardrobe seems to be taking cues directly from other movies. Among the numerous familiar scenes is an ending that could have been plucked from The Lord of the Rings.

The film is not missing any major components but the lack of originality is a fatal flaw that impacts the entire tale. The scary moments are not scary. The intrigue lacks potency. And the romantic triangle fails to generate the intended drama.
Moviegoers will see far worse films this spring but Red Riding Hood does not deliver on what could have been a brilliant adaptation.