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Dean (6927 KP) rated Scream 4 (2011) in Movies
Jun 25, 2017
Another great opening (2 more)
The main trio of characters are back
Plenty of twists and turns
The return of Ghost Face
We had a long wait for another Scream film but definitely worth it for fans of the series. Better than the third film and still largely sticking with the same formula. It's brought up to date with modern technology and still makes fun of itself and the Horror franchise.
Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Yesterday's Gone: Episode 1 (Yesterday's Gone, #1) in Books
Jan 12, 2018
This book will definitely appeal to fans of [Stephen King's][The Stand]. A select few people wake up in a world where almost everyone is gone and survival comes first. Soon the good vs the evil begin to emerge. This well paced book had a variety of characters. Although there are similarities to [The Stand] is is a more modern version that has different issues and consequences. Overall an enjoyable read.
Sarah (7800 KP) rated Troll Hunter (2010) in Movies
Aug 11, 2017
Glorious
This is one of those smaller films you expect little from and end up being pleasantly surprised. Yes you need to take it with a pinch of salt as it is about trolls, but it's a really interesting modern take on the old fairy tales. The effects are surprisingly good, it's darkly funny with some good bits of gore thrown in. All in all, a great take on the mockumentary.
Sam (228 KP) rated Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015) in Movies
Mar 3, 2019
Absolutely Beautiful (2 more)
Elegantly Filmed
Making Action Classy
A Fun And Elegant Movie
This new twist to a secret service has put elegance and honor to a modern day spy movie and as few realize has an actual background in real history that brings a complete brilliance to the whole film. Along with being a heart whelming tale about coming of age this film offers a little something for everyone.
GirlzRevil (7 KP) rated Armada in Books
Mar 2, 2018
Set in Oregon, but way cooler to visit than Portland
Full story that ends nicely, with a nerd champion who's behavior and perspectives are realistic and attainable. Makes you question modern games in ways Enders Game or similar stories have not. Also, if you do the audiobook, Wil Wheaton narrates, and he's a wonderful narrator.
Andy K (10823 KP) rated Roots in TV
Mar 17, 2018
The modern standard for a TV mini-series. The original Roots was compelling in every way.
The acting and production values were first rate, but the story is what kept you engaged and coming back for more.
The brutality and inhumanity of slavery will never be repeated at this level and all of us should learn the lessons of treating each other with respect and dignity.
The acting and production values were first rate, but the story is what kept you engaged and coming back for more.
The brutality and inhumanity of slavery will never be repeated at this level and all of us should learn the lessons of treating each other with respect and dignity.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2346 KP) rated Last Light (Restoration #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
The Branning Family has found themselves stuck in the suburbs with no modern convinces. The entire world has been hit, and nothing electric works. But even worse, there's a killer in their neighborhood. This Christian novel grabbed me, and I loved it. Unfortunately, the characters were a bit shallow.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-last-light-by-terri.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-last-light-by-terri.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Awix (3310 KP) rated The Constitution of the United States in Books
Jun 1, 2018
A bit slow in the middle, and I managed to guess the end. Could really do with a bit of a rewrite to keep it relevant to a modern audience. Still, anything which inspired so many episodes of Star Trek must have something going for it. (I tried looking for other works by the same author, but nada: must be one of those 'To Kill a Mockingbird' kind of deals.)
The Craggus (360 KP) rated BlacKkKlansman (2018) in Movies
Sep 12, 2018
Spike Lee uses black comedy to showcase white horror in all its grotesquerie. BlacKkKlansman (2018) #Review
There’s a deep-rooted discomfort at the heart of “BlacKkKlansman” and it’s the fact that instead of being a historical, true story poking cautionary fun at the ignorance of the past, it instead feels like a howl of furious irony at the recidivism of modern-day America. FULL REVIEW: http://bit.ly/CraggusBlacKkKlansman
Juddergirl (14 KP) rated The Stand in Books
Oct 24, 2018
Worlds apart
This is a book I've now read so often I have owned several copies, just replacing well thumbed pages. Superb characterisation and development, a horrendously plausible premise, and even the stranger parts of the plot feel all too real. Although references and phrases may seem quite dated to a modern reader, the themes explored are pretty universal - ultimately, a disturbingly compelling look at the human condition.