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Bird (1704 KP) rated Occupant (2011) in Movies

May 21, 2017  
Occupant (2011)
Occupant (2011)
2011 | Horror, Thriller
5
6.3 (3 Ratings)
Movie Rating
The general plot is plausible and engaging (2 more)
The movie increases with intensity over time keeping you hooked
Some interesting camera shots and effects build with the intensity
Didn't rate Van Hansis (Danny) in the lead role (3 more)
Plot holes larger than the hole in his apartment wall...
What was he trying to do with that chicken wire?
Somewhat predictable and flat at times...
Good idea, poorly executed
In case you haven't seen much of this movie, here is the trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4-mE_3gOuE
  
Slaughterhouse 5: The Children's Crusade - A Duty-dance with Death
Slaughterhouse 5: The Children's Crusade - A Duty-dance with Death
Kurt Vonnegut | 2011 | Fiction & Poetry
8
8.1 (27 Ratings)
Book Rating
Bizarre but brings up important themes
Kurt Vonnegut's renowned novel focuses on the destruction of war, the long term mental health issues at the same time how death is trivialized throughout.

Or so it goes.

It borders on ludicrous at the same time reveals the fragmentation of the mind after such trauma. It is unclear how much of the narrator's account is fact or fantasy.

While I'm usually drawn to these themes, the general oddness may have been a step too far without background explanation.
  
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Elizabeth (429 KP) rated You in Books

Mar 14, 2019  
You
You
Caroline Kepnes | 2014 | Crime, Mystery
9
8.0 (27 Ratings)
Book Rating
Joe, should you love him or should you fear him? That is what Beck has to decide in this awesome thriller. Who know a trip into a local bookstore would change both of their lives forever? She is a writer, he is a book lover, what could go wrong? A lot! This book has a lot of twists and turns and you won't know who you love, who you fear, who you hate, or what you feel in general. I highly recommend this book to everyone!
  
Darkest Hour (2017)
Darkest Hour (2017)
2017 | Drama, History, War
Gary Oldman's performance (1 more)
Fascinating story
Powerful
A very interesting film about Churchill during the Darkest hour. He was hastedly put in place as prime minister, had a King who doubted him and his own war cabinet wanted to explore peace talks as the Germans advance on Dunkirk.
Gary Oldman will surely win the best Actor award at the Oscars for his amazing performance. This peek behind the scenes in the war rooms and Churchill in general at such an important point in the war is fascinating.
  
Tron Legacy (2010)
Tron Legacy (2010)
2010 | Action, Sci-Fi
I want a Tron bike!
A visually stunning film! I would have loved to catch this at the cinema in 3D to really appreciate it. It has very cool sets, amazing SFX that takes CGI to the next level. It has a great soundtrack as well by Daft Punk, a bit more of the Tron bikes would have been nice. Sadly though the plot and story in general don't match the impressive visuals. Instead just marvel at the awesome light suits and technical excellence of the film!
  
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Ross (3284 KP) rated Arrow - Season 4 in TV

May 28, 2018  
Arrow  - Season 4
Arrow - Season 4
2015 | Drama
Season 4 was a bit of a drop in quality, the antagonist Damien Dhark (or some other spelling) being much more hammy and cheesy than previously. It says a lot of someone can out-ham John Barrowman! Dharkkkhk (or whatever) is able to control people through mystical powers and seems unstoppable and hell-bent on taking control of the city by any means necessary. There are some good moments within the season, but in general it is a definite step-down and more of the same.
  
Turtles All The Way Down
Turtles All The Way Down
John Green | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
8
8.4 (60 Ratings)
Book Rating
Characters (1 more)
Story in general
This is my first John Green read and I quite enjoyed it. I had heard a lot about this book before I read it and tried to start it a while ago but put it down for some reason. I’m glad I picked it up again and read it through. I really liked how strong the characters were, I liked that the story did fully focus on the romance between the characters and I’m happy with how the book ended.
  
Where'd You Go, Bernadette?
Where'd You Go, Bernadette?
Maria Semple | 2012 | Fiction & Poetry
10
8.6 (14 Ratings)
Book Rating
A Mother and A Daughter Bond
My mum. Best Mum Ever. In the Whole Entire Universe.

But mums, in general, are amazing. They handle everything without breaking a sweat and still manage to look fabulous.

We all love our mum's. Because they look after us, love us and care for us. And we trust in our mums with our whole heart and we love them unconditionally.

This is what this book is about.

Continue reading my review at: https://www.readsandrecipes.co.uk/2017/05/a-mother-and-daughter-bond.html
  
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Sarah (7800 KP) created a post in Dear Smashbomb....

Oct 9, 2018  
Does anyone have any advice or comments on dating and relationships in general?

After my last post in here from a while ago, I’ve sadly been thrust back into the whole dating scene and tbh, it’s a minefield. I find it all so daunting and even worse when you throw online dating into the mix too. It seems to be strangely difficult to find someone who can actually hold a conversation and is interested in you, and it’s all very soul destroying. It’s a horrible experience!
  
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Sarah (7800 KP) Oct 10, 2018

Thank you both! At the moment I’m not entirely sure if I can be bothered as it’s such a complicated area. This is the time I wish Disney fairytales were real!

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Lee (2222 KP) Oct 11, 2018

I know it's easier said than done but hang in there. I'm now married with kids but there was a very lengthy, very dark and unhappy period in my life where I thought I was never going to meet the right person. Being an introvert too, I just couldn't see a way of it happening. Hopefully you've got a good set of friends, and great family to help enrich other areas of your life until it does happen. Fingers crossed for you, and Andy, Erika, and anyone else in your situation. Sending big virtual hugs to you all! (Yeah, even you Andy ?)