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Awix (3310 KP) rated Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter (2015) in Movies

Jun 6, 2018  
Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter (2015)
Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter (2015)
2015 | Drama
7
7.0 (1 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Indie drama (with occasional mildly comic overtones) with a rather convoluted genesis (I'm not going through that again). Lonely Japanese woman believes she can change her life by locating the lost ransom money from the (wholly fictional) movie Fargo, sets off for Minnesota.

Brilliant, vanity-free performance by Rinko Kikuchi, who draws you in as a troubled but still engaging character; there are many moving moments. Much of the film is set in urban Tokyo and captures a real sense of the alienation which has such a negative impact on many people in Kumiko's situation. The US end of the film is slightly lighter in tone, equally well written, directed and performed.

Still, even if you've seen Fargo, I imagine this is a rather different and unsettling film, particularly the conclusion. It's ultimately about isolation, delusion, madness and death, and cheerful writing and polished production can only mitigate that so much. But still a very watchable oddity.
  
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Scott Tostik (389 KP) rated Malevolent (2018) in Movies

Nov 2, 2018  
Malevolent (2018)
Malevolent (2018)
2018 | Horror
3
6.3 (8 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Netflix.... Fuck off
Brother and sister team in the 80s try and make a quick buck by faking paranormal activity in "clients" houses...
The sister is allegedly a psychic and all of the activity appears to be EVP related.
I watch paranormal shows... Do i believe in them??? Sometimes..
But this... Is a hard sell.
I get it Netflix, i really do... But stop putting out every little indie horror flick that catches your eye and leave the scares to the pros.
I can honestly say i think ive only seen one Netflix horror movie that i actually enjoyed. And thats because it was written by Stephen King.
I get it, cash in on what people enjoy... Horror... But expecting fans of the genre to be happy with any slapped together piece of dog vomit is insulting to fans.
While this movie had great potential... It just didn't deliver in the finished product.
Back to the drawing board Netflix...
  
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Bong Mines Entertainment (15 KP) rated Great - Single by Androu in Music

Jun 17, 2019  
Great - Single by Androu
Great - Single by Androu
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Album Rating
Androu is an NYC-based rapper from Boston, Massachusetts. Not too long ago, he released an attention-grabbing music video for his “Great” single.

The DIY audiovisual for ‘Great’ is simplistic in nature. Also, the footage keeps viewers entertained and strings them along via an interesting storyline.

In the video, Androu introduces us to the greats in his life by paying homage to his talented friends.

The visual serves as a reminder to surround yourself with the right kind of people. The kind that builds you up, continually inspire you and keep you grounded.

‘Great’ contains a relatable storyline, mellow rap vocals, and vibey instrumentation flavored with an indie hip-hop aroma.

Androu is a musical jack of all trades. The talented artist is a graphic designer by day with Alexander Wang and has a degree in sound art. Also, he writes, sings, produces, and designs all of his material.

https://www.bongminesentertainment.com/androu-great/
  
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Joe Elliott recommended Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers in Music (curated)

 
Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers
Rattus Norvegicus by The Stranglers
1977 | Punk
8.2 (5 Ratings)
Album Favorite

"When I went on my first non parent holiday to Skegness with my mates, this was the soundtrack. We were in a nightclub and 'Go Buddy Go' came on and we were bouncing off the walls. I mean, the Stranglers sounded like the Doors; they were about as punk rock as Genesis, they jumped on the bandwagon. I saw pictures of them from six months before and they were wearing flares, for gods sake! But they were a great band, it didn't matter. They outlived punk. They were making outrageously different music - sometimes limitations create great music. 'Down In The Sewer' - it was great, the bass sound was insane. It did the same thing to my heart as Ian Drury 'New Boots and Panties'; it was just bloody brilliant. I loved it all. That Stranglers record is dark and exciting and weird. A lot of my choices here are a bit off kilter, actually. Indie movies as opposed to Hollywood blockbusters."

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Terry Crews recommended Aliens (1986) in Movies (curated)

 
Aliens (1986)
Aliens (1986)
1986 | Action, Horror, Sci-Fi
9.0 (90 Ratings)
Movie Favorite Watch

"And then I’ll go to my next one. Aliens. Jim Cameron, Sigourney Weaver. Dude, again, I am a “big movie” guy. I like the small, poignant indie, but you know, give me a Summer flick all day long. That’s what I grew up on, that’s my era. I mean, I remember seeing Star Wars at the drive-in; I’m that guy. But Aliens really upped the game for what the horror genre could be, you know what I mean? Because it was this weird mix of action and horror. You know, the first one was like straight horror, like oh my god, the creepiness, the ickiness of this thing. But then in Aliens, you’re like, “Yo, they got Marines! It’s like that? This is nuts!” It just created this frenzy in me that was like, oh, this is how it’s supposed to be done. I’ll never forget it. Any time Aliens is playing, I can’t turn away. I cannot."

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