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Ivana A. | Diary of Difference (1171 KP) rated The Iron Man in Books

Aug 3, 2020

The Iron Man

Ted Hughes | 1968 | Science Fiction/Fantasy, Young Adult (YA)

8.5

(4 Ratings)

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I chose to read The Iron Man by Ted Hughes as part of my Potions prompt for my OWLs Readathon in April. I am very glad I picked it up, because it was such a pleasant short read.

This is a Children's book about a little boy an an iron man. The Iron Man starts eating all the metal in the town, and the concerned town members capture him. But when a bigger danger comes around, the might need the help of the Iron Man after all.

The book was beautifully written and it had many illustrations that supported the story. Illustrations are always something I truly admire. These may have been a bit too grim for me though.

The writing is very smooth and easy to digest. I believe that it is able to spark a child's imagination and curiosity. The book is entangled in bravery, friendships and adventure, and I am certain that it will be a child's dear friend forever, should they read it once.

I recommend watching the 1999 animated movie The Iron Giant after reading the book, for better enjoyment.

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Andrew Thomas (363 KP) rated The Purge (2013) in Movies

Aug 12, 2020 (Updated Aug 19, 2020)

The Purge (2013)

2013 | Mystery, Sci-Fi

6.4

(30 Ratings)

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An extremely interesting story with bloody violence and disturbing social implications. (0 more)

Not a whole lot of explanation about the world of the movie. (0 more)

My first exposure to smart horror.

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With the exception of SAW, I didn't have a high regard for modern horror films for a longtime...until I saw The Purge.

For starters, we have quality actors like Ethan Hawke and Lena Headey that portray two seemingly unsympathetic and unrelatable rich yuppies. But eventually they prove themselves to be resourceful and in possession of some morals...unlike the crazies outside who actively celebrate The Purge.

While the very notion of The Purge is outlandish and unrealistic in our own society, the writer/director does an amazing job grounding it in reality and making it appear to be possible. It also forces you to ruminate about yourself and what you would be capable of doing if you could behave however you wish without consequences. It also makes you take a closer glance at your friends and neighbors, forcing you to ruminate about how they might act during The Purge.

The only complaint I have is that the film throws alot of lore at you without any explanation. For example, the emergency broadcast alert that announces the commencement of The Purge includes the quote "blessed be our New Founding Fathers and America, a nation reborn" First time I saw this part I said "I don't like the sound of that" Who were these New Founding Fathers? What the hell has happened to America where The Purge is now the new normal?

In conclusion, The Purge restored my enthusiasm for modern horror and captured my imagination. I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in ultra violent crime thrillers or dystopian future stories.