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Andy K (10823 KP) rated Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) in Movies

Apr 27, 2019 (Updated Apr 27, 2019)

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)

2018 | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

7.1

(185 Ratings)

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Still more dinosaurs...

I'm not sure what a 5th "Jurassic" film can say that wasn't said in the previous 4 films, but they tried anyways.

After a volcano spews hot lava and ash on the original Jurassic island, humanity is left with the choice whether to save the prehistoric beasts or let them become extinct again maybe as it was supposed to be.

One of John Hammond's original partners is involved in trying to relocate several species from the dying island to a new home where they can be free of tourists and left to live their lives out in peace. Of course evil animal poachers seeking to weaponize the ferocious beasts intervene and only Chris Pratt (overrated) and Bryce Dallas Howard (not sure if she wore high heels the entire film this time) are here to stop them.

Not enough new material here to keep the film exciting and fresh. The same people running, getting eaten, etc is present here and I was bored.

Some cool visuals during the first half with our heroes trying to escape the volcanic habitat were compelling, however, the second half was way too predictable and not very exciting.

This franchise should now become extinct.

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Sarah (7800 KP) Apr 27, 2019

? at the comment about the high heels

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Justin Taylor (59 KP) rated Treasure Planet (2002) in Movies

Oct 31, 2018

Treasure Planet (2002)

2002 | Action, Animation, Family

7.8

(40 Ratings)

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Great characters (3 more)

An awesome soundtrack by John Rezenik lead singer of the goo goo dolls

Awesome action scenes

The subtle Easter eggs to it's source material

Basically if you read the story of treasure island you'll notice there's bound to be some changes or cuts and know that it's pretty much the same story (1 more)

It's a product of it's time. You'll definitely know that the film hasn't aged well which isn't the movies fault. Example A. The bad CG animation at the time was great but today's standards.... probably not so great

Treasure planet is good

An underrated Disney classic treasure planet deserves the praise it gets. The movie is swashbuckling fun and a pretty good movie as well. Now let's see just how good it is well...the movie for starters has a great cast of characters from our main character Jim to the awesome John silver. Also the soundtrack is awesome too with songs like I'm still here being the favorite out of the bunch. Also the movie has some pretty intense moments as well as some humor as well.

If I had to pick one bad about the movie is that it's a pretty generic plot and the story is pretty much more or less the same plot of treasure island

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Merissa (13883 KP) rated Island Tales Vol. 1 (Island Tales #1-2) in Books

Jul 16, 2019

Island Tales Vol. 1 (Island Tales #1-2)

KC Wells | 2014 | Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance

8.0

(1 Ratings)

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Island Tales Vol. 1 (Island Tales #1-2) by K.C. Wells

Two feel-good stories in one volume, both set in the gorgeous Isle of Wight, UK. Both of them are written extremely well, with emotions clearly showing, and reasons given for acting certain ways. The pacing is smooth, and the characters are well-rounded.

Out of the two, I preferred Waiting for a Prince. I loved how Mark and Sam became friends before lovers, and how Sam's history came to light. I was 'glad' to read about a woman abuser (although I know that sounds wrong!) It is something that happens all too often, and yet is not really spoken - or written - about.

I enjoyed September's Tide, but the whole business with Clark just annoyed me, especially when Michael got involved. And, to be honest, I still don't know why he did, or what he stood to gain by it. That's just me though.

A couple of great stories that are easy to read, and definitely recommended to read near the sea!

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
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