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David McK (3533 KP) rated Inferno (Film Tie In) in Books
Jan 18, 2020
Yes, I've read all of Dan Brown's books (including this one)
No, I've never really got the love for them all.
The latest of his novels to receive a film tie-in, with Tom Hanks reprising his role as Harvard symbologist Professor Robert Langdon, this time in a race against time to decipher the clues that will lead him to the source of a biological weapon that is set to explode and release a deadly plague into the world.
No, I've never really got the love for them all.
The latest of his novels to receive a film tie-in, with Tom Hanks reprising his role as Harvard symbologist Professor Robert Langdon, this time in a race against time to decipher the clues that will lead him to the source of a biological weapon that is set to explode and release a deadly plague into the world.
Bostonian916 (449 KP) rated Captain Marvel (2019) in Movies
Jun 29, 2020
Exactly what you would expect from an MCU movie in this day and age. Great effects, good acting, several tie ins to the overarching franchise, and plenty of doors left open for a continuation if the studio sees fit.
I thoroughly enjoyed the timeline setting of the movie. That was actually one of my favorite things.
It was also nice to see Fury's eye patch explained on film.
I thoroughly enjoyed the timeline setting of the movie. That was actually one of my favorite things.
It was also nice to see Fury's eye patch explained on film.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Resident Evil: Afterlife (2010) in Movies
Oct 13, 2017
Great in 3D (1 more)
Cool creatures
I preferred this more than the last one to be honest. Although that might be because I saw it at IMAX in 3D. The 3D elements work really well and add to the sense of being in the action, seeing the guns popping right out of the screen. There is plenty of action and at last some more of the important characters from the games make an appearance. Once again this doesn't really tie into any of the game stories. The story in the film is very weak to say the least. However as a 3D roller coaster ride for the eyes, it's an entertaining action film.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Resident Evil: Degeneration (2008) in Movies
Oct 13, 2017
Detail in the animation (1 more)
Ties in to the Resident Evil games time line
Excellent animation
A very good CGI animated film with a great level of detail, really makes it realistic as possible. They even used motion capture for the characters in the film for greater realism. At last a Resident Evil film that does tie in with the games! Bringing Claire Redfield and Leon S.Kennedy back together for more Zombie mayhem. Set 7 years after the Resident Evil 2 game where Racoon City was nuked and in the time line of the games after Resi Evil 4 and before 5. The story plot is simple but this is really like watching a playback of playing the game. If your a Resident Evil fan you will love this. The DVD also has tons of extras, making of, Leon interview, Resident Evil 5 footage plenty to entertain you.
Yuen Woo-Ping recommended Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2001) in Movies (curated)
Dean (6927 KP) rated Halloween (2018) in Movies
Oct 26, 2018
Plenty of homage to the original (1 more)
A few genre flipsides
More treat than trick
This definitely plays tribute to the original in many ways. With certain scenes, settings and especially the music. These are nice touches and definitely tie it in as a new direct sequel to the original.
I was surprised a lot of the kills weren't that gory and quite often not on screen. Often leaving the horror for your mind to image. Overall a good film although the ending felt a bit abrupt, but I liked the little details put in.
I was surprised a lot of the kills weren't that gory and quite often not on screen. Often leaving the horror for your mind to image. Overall a good film although the ending felt a bit abrupt, but I liked the little details put in.
David McK (3533 KP) rated Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance most fowl (2024) in Movies
Dec 29, 2024 (Updated Dec 29, 2024)
It's been, what, nearly 20 years since the last Wallace And Gromit feature length film (Curse of the Were-Rabbit).
That's from 2005.
A Matter of Loaf and Death is from 2008, and was the last tie the dynamic claymation duo were on our screens.
In the intervening time, the voice of Wallace - Peter Sallis - has passed away.
Which, if I'm being honest, did make me wonder how the new film would cope with somebody else (Ben Whitehead) voicing Wallace.
I have to say that, thankfully, he actually does a pretty decent Peter Sallis impersonation.
This film also sees the most-anticipated return of the evil penguin Feather McGraw (from "The Wrong Trousers"), who hijacks Wallace's latest invention too break out of Jail (aka the Zoo).
Gotta love the Blofeld bit ...
That's from 2005.
A Matter of Loaf and Death is from 2008, and was the last tie the dynamic claymation duo were on our screens.
In the intervening time, the voice of Wallace - Peter Sallis - has passed away.
Which, if I'm being honest, did make me wonder how the new film would cope with somebody else (Ben Whitehead) voicing Wallace.
I have to say that, thankfully, he actually does a pretty decent Peter Sallis impersonation.
This film also sees the most-anticipated return of the evil penguin Feather McGraw (from "The Wrong Trousers"), who hijacks Wallace's latest invention too break out of Jail (aka the Zoo).
Gotta love the Blofeld bit ...
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Frightening, heartbreaking and exquisitely calibrated, THE CONSTANT GARDENER is a profoundly moving...
Dean (6927 KP) rated Fast & Furious (2009) in Movies
Jun 28, 2018
Original cast members (1 more)
Cool cars
Back on track
At last the majority of the original cast are back for a true sequel. It's great how some of the film relates back to what happened in the first and some of the locations are still the same. I heard mixed reviews of this but I thought it was great and the 2nd best in the series now after the first. Even Han from Tokyo drift makes a brief appearance at the start to tie things in a bit. There is plenty of action and cool cars and a great street race scene thats better than the 1/4 mile race of the first. There are rumours there could be a couple more yet, if they get the cast to stay together and a good story it could make for an even better film.
Gareth von Kallenbach (980 KP) rated Antebellum (2020) in Movies
Sep 21, 2020
Janelle Monáe stars as Eden who at the start of the new film “Antebellum” is brought back to a Southern Plantation against her will by Union Soldiers. The consequences of her escape attempt are brutally taken out against two others as the rest of the plantation looks on in submissive silence.
Weeks later more slaves arrive and are given the rules by the brutal Overseer who demands silence and utter obedience at all times.
The slaves are made to work the fields and serve the plantation including the women being assigned to whichever soldier desires them.
Their plight grabs you from the start in its brutality as they have no rights, live in fear daily, and are subject to whatever whims those in charge desire and they are required to obey and suffer in silence.
One night after the General falls asleep after having his way with her; Eden awakens to a different reality. One set in the modern day where she is a wife, mother, and very successful author and activist. The film follows her life in the modern world before springing the twist which makes doing an in-depth review difficult without spoiling things. While I was able to predict the twist coming; it was still effective and chilling in how it was carried out.
The film does get a bit lax in the final act as it relies on too many Hollywood clichés which while highly entertaining for me undermined the messages of the film and the situation.
Gerard Bush and Christopher Rend both wrote and directed the film and there are some powerful and highly gripping moments to the film but it grabs you from the start and is compelling and deeply disturbing.
The cast is very strong and the film is unforgettable. My biggest issue with the film was the final act as I alluded to prior. The film tries to tie things up a bit too neatly yet fails to adequately explain key aspects of the story. The audience is given some information and forced to fill in the gaps for themselves which in many ways makes the film even more disturbing.
In the time of deep division in our country it is very upsetting to see how little has changed for many who do not see equality and justice applied equally and still live day to day with fear and uncertainty.
“Antebellum” is the rare film that entertains, informs, and makes you think and will remain with you after the movie ends.
4 stars out of 5
Weeks later more slaves arrive and are given the rules by the brutal Overseer who demands silence and utter obedience at all times.
The slaves are made to work the fields and serve the plantation including the women being assigned to whichever soldier desires them.
Their plight grabs you from the start in its brutality as they have no rights, live in fear daily, and are subject to whatever whims those in charge desire and they are required to obey and suffer in silence.
One night after the General falls asleep after having his way with her; Eden awakens to a different reality. One set in the modern day where she is a wife, mother, and very successful author and activist. The film follows her life in the modern world before springing the twist which makes doing an in-depth review difficult without spoiling things. While I was able to predict the twist coming; it was still effective and chilling in how it was carried out.
The film does get a bit lax in the final act as it relies on too many Hollywood clichés which while highly entertaining for me undermined the messages of the film and the situation.
Gerard Bush and Christopher Rend both wrote and directed the film and there are some powerful and highly gripping moments to the film but it grabs you from the start and is compelling and deeply disturbing.
The cast is very strong and the film is unforgettable. My biggest issue with the film was the final act as I alluded to prior. The film tries to tie things up a bit too neatly yet fails to adequately explain key aspects of the story. The audience is given some information and forced to fill in the gaps for themselves which in many ways makes the film even more disturbing.
In the time of deep division in our country it is very upsetting to see how little has changed for many who do not see equality and justice applied equally and still live day to day with fear and uncertainty.
“Antebellum” is the rare film that entertains, informs, and makes you think and will remain with you after the movie ends.
4 stars out of 5