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Cassie (47 KP) rated The Missing - Season 1 in TV
Jul 31, 2017
writing (2 more)
direction
cast/acting
I started watching this show (on Starz in the US) because I like limited series. Limited series are awesome because they're kind of like long movies, long enough to know the characters, but without having to worry about show runners milking old story lines. The first episode of this series feels both fast and slow. You learn a lot, but it doesn't come screaming at you. The suspense builds the further in you get and the intrigue increases along with it. I think I enjoyed the characters and their development more than the actual overall plot. However, it was still a good story all in all. A good mystery/crime drama to satiate your needs.
Kevin108 (2 KP) rated Alien: Covenant (2017) in Movies
May 5, 2018
Visuals (2 more)
Sound/music
Michael Fassbender's dual roles
Script (2 more)
Overall story
Character choices
So much potential...
I will admit to being in the minority of those who enjoyed Prometheus. Flawed? Yep. But at least it was trying something new and wasn't a strict retread of Alien. It offered some thought-provoking ideas, great performances, amazing visuals and some genuine sci-fi terror.
Then comes Covenant. The shame is that instead of it being Prometheus 2 it became Alien 5, offering nothing new to the table.
Some of the performances are great, particularly Michael Fassbender (nothing new) but the characters make stupid decisions, the story is built on too many coincidences and it all feels like something you've already seen and seen done better.
Then comes Covenant. The shame is that instead of it being Prometheus 2 it became Alien 5, offering nothing new to the table.
Some of the performances are great, particularly Michael Fassbender (nothing new) but the characters make stupid decisions, the story is built on too many coincidences and it all feels like something you've already seen and seen done better.
A book written to attempt to address disability and the exclusion of wheelchair users but feels more of a slap in the face rather than supportive in its tone. Firstly, Where am I coming from with this statement. I have grown up around wheelchair users and those with a wide range of disabilities, both physical, mental and learning. The choice of an outdated invalid chair rather than a modern, brightly coloured sports chair was the first thing that jumped out at me, and possibly someone without my close association with this area would think this my first overreaction, however, when this book is aimed at inclusion, this image is not in line with that thought. Overall, I would not recommend this book.
Ruth Frampton (577 KP) rated Roxy the Raccoon: A Truth & Tails Story in Books
Apr 10, 2018
A book written to attempt to address disability and the exclusion of wheelchair users but feels more of a slap in the face rather than supportive in its tone. Firstly, Where am I coming from with this statement. I have grown up around wheelchair users and those with a wide range of disabilities, both physical, mental and learning. The choice of an outdated invalid chair rather than a modern, brightly coloured sports chair was the first thing that jumped out at me, and possibly someone without my close association with this area would think this my first overreaction, however, when this book is aimed at inclusion, this image is not in line with that thought. Overall, I would not recommend this book.
Movie Metropolis (309 KP) rated Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) in Movies
Jun 10, 2019
This film started my love affair with the wonderful Robin Williams and his loss feels raw even today.
Mrs Doubtfire has become something of a cult classic over the years and its impressive script means it still remains relatable today – and just as hilarious.
Chris Columbus, who later went on to direct the first two Harry Potter films crafted a near-perfect adaptation of Anne Fine’s Madame Doubtfire. Most people don’t realise the film is based on a novel, and I have to admit, I only discovered this a few years ago.
Even decades after its theatrical release, Mrs Doubtfire proves films can still throw up a few surprises if you look deep enough.
https://moviemetropolis.net/2017/07/04/films-that-influenced-me-adam-brannon/
Mrs Doubtfire has become something of a cult classic over the years and its impressive script means it still remains relatable today – and just as hilarious.
Chris Columbus, who later went on to direct the first two Harry Potter films crafted a near-perfect adaptation of Anne Fine’s Madame Doubtfire. Most people don’t realise the film is based on a novel, and I have to admit, I only discovered this a few years ago.
Even decades after its theatrical release, Mrs Doubtfire proves films can still throw up a few surprises if you look deep enough.
https://moviemetropolis.net/2017/07/04/films-that-influenced-me-adam-brannon/
Michael Packner (32 KP) rated Super Mario Bros. in Video Games
Jun 15, 2019
Pioneered video gaming. (4 more)
Challenging but doable levels.
Easy to learn gameplay.
Beautiful and colorful levels.
Variety of adversaries.
This game is an absolute must play for anyone who even calls themselves a casual gamer. Without Super Mario Bros it's entirely possible gaming as we know it today might not exist. This is such an influential piece of entertainment history. The game has 8 vibrant and colorful levels divided into 4 sections each. Each level is unique in one way or another and presents the player with it's own unique challenges. There are plenty of hidden treasures to discover and while the game is challenging, it never feels impossible. We all owe so much love and respect to the original.
Myst (0 KP) rated Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses in Books
Feb 8, 2018
Loved this book, caught me at the first page that I forgotten to take note of what town it is placed in for my map. Feels a little cookie-cutter along the lines of Trading Christmas/When Christmas Comes and a few of Debbie Macomber's other holiday books. If you enjoy Debbie Macomber's holiday books you will definitely like this one! I find it funny that in this book and another series I read they both use the last name Sinclair for grouchy millionaires. Have to keep an eye out for more books by Jenny Hale, already signed up for her newsletter.
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~Crossposted at <a href="http://detetiv.wordpress.com">What's Detetiv Doing now?</a>
[I do not get paid for this arc review]
Isaiah Douglas (2 KP) rated Hunt Showdown in Video Games
Feb 27, 2018
This game is filled with a lot of action, whether it be avoiding hordes of monsters, or sneaking up on players and killing them. This game feels very real and has a natural vibe to it. The game just got released to the public, but I am sure it will be one (1 more)
The game just got released to the public, but I am sure it will be one of the most played games of 2018.
Phenomenal New Game
I would highly recommend this game to suspense and action lovers.
Jcadden76 (64 KP) rated Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) in Movies
Jun 19, 2018
We lose a good character but the plot rockets forward.
Order of the Phoenix is almost the Empire Strikes Back of the Harry Potter series. You don't end with a whole lot of good feels at the end of this movie. The lot does really take off and you stay on the edge of your seat for the better part of the film.
This might have the best pacing of the entire series. The ups and downs the good vibes and the bad fall at just the right time. To me this is the movie that had to be made because it is the "book" but there is not a whole lot of upside in this one - except for some tremendous acting all the way around.
This might have the best pacing of the entire series. The ups and downs the good vibes and the bad fall at just the right time. To me this is the movie that had to be made because it is the "book" but there is not a whole lot of upside in this one - except for some tremendous acting all the way around.
My son really enjoyed it and asked me to read it as well., I was not as impressed as he was. Feels like a mix of Hunger Games and Divergent, with a few other dystopian ideas tossed into a blender and mashed up to create a new world. It wasn't horrible, but not what I would consider a great book. I will give it points that the end did leave you wanting to know what happens next, so made me want to move on to the next in the series. I will give it brownie points for capturing my son's attention. He is very picky about books, and mainly chooses non-fiction, so any fiction book that captures him deserves some credit.