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The Nun (2018)
The Nun (2018)
2018 | Horror
Another unnecessary origin film
I have to be honest, I've never been a fan of the Conjuring or Annabelle type films so there was no real interest in watching this film other than it's one of the latest releases on Sky Cinema. And to be frank, after seeing it I'm still completely disinterested.

The film really isnt scary, and relies on obvious jump scares that are ridiculously predictable. The story itself is meh and gets so silly in parts that I didnt have a clue what was going on. I mean blood of christ, really? And then theres the effects which are pretty poor in some scenes, to the point where the nun doesn't look scary and instead looks laughable. With many origin/prequel films they're telling us a backstory of a character that we didnt need to know and this is true of the nun. Do we really benefit from a origin story about the nun? I'm afraid the answer is definitely not!
  
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Ross (3284 KP) rated Pennyworth in TV

Jul 21, 2020  
Pennyworth
Pennyworth
2019 | Action, Crime, Drama
Fantastic violent origin story for Batman's butler
Young Alfred Pennyworth is recently back from duty in the war and looking to set up his own security firm. His need for justice to prevail and his cunning and physical abilities mean he gets himself into trouble quickly and frequently. A great political plot starts to reveal itself underneath Alfred's life story as is his place in the outcome of it.
  
Spider-Man (2002)
Spider-Man (2002)
2002 | Action, Sci-Fi
Tobey Macguire is the only Spider-man I accept as the one true Spidey. I absolutely love this movie. It came out at an interesting time, as it had to be edited to remove the World Trade Centers. I liked the origin story they went with, and I liked Franco as Harry.
  
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Steveh774 (11 KP) rated Logan (2017) in Movies

May 27, 2018  
Logan (2017)
Logan (2017)
2017 | Action, Adventure
Hugh Jackmans performance. Wrenching storyline (0 more)
Final chapter in the original xmen saga?
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No spoilers
This is the ultimate in what potentially serves as the final notes to the best parts of the mythology with one of the best characters. (Minus both vastly different origin story reboot attempts)

Raw, sad and great conclusion
  
Captain Marvel (2019)
Captain Marvel (2019)
2019 | Action, Adventure
The cast is fantastic and the movie is definitely fun. Plenty of jokes and a solid mystery and twist make it not wildly predictable. (0 more)
It's not quite in the top tier of Marvel movies for me. It seems to be pressing a little on the "Girl Power" angle. (0 more)
Good origin story and fun adventure.
  
    Fatima (2020)

    Fatima (2020)

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    Based on historical events, three young shepherds in Fátima, Portugal, report visions of the Virgin...

Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li (2009)
Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li (2009)
2009 | Action, Sci-Fi
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4.3 (3 Ratings)
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Robin shou, Neal McDonough, chris klein, Moon bloodgood (0 more)
Most of the movie (0 more)
An origin story that was better left alone or in better hands.
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In the city of Bangkok, criminal kingpin Bison (McDonough), begins a violent bid for power in the city's slums, eliminating everyone who gets in his way.
with the violence escalating, heroes emerges in an attempt to bring Bison to justice. Fighting for good are Chun-Li (Kristin Kreuk), martial-arts master Gen (Robin Shou) although rarely seen, Interpol agent Charlie Nash (Chris Klein) and his partner, Maya Sunee (Moon Bloodgood).

In their way are also bisons Henchmen Vega (black eyed peas Taboo) Balrog (Michael Clarke duncan) & Catana (josie ho).

Unfortunately this attempt at n origin movie is almost completely flawed.

1) chun li's origin is completely unoriginal
2)both Michael Clarke duncan and Taboo were wrong for the parts visually & given the actor's ages during filming of an origin story wouldn't have helped any possible sequels.
3) chun li is displayed martial arts master...this early??
4) Vega is defeated too easily during first encounter with chun li, considering he's a skilled assassin?!

Although there's obviously actresses who could've been worse I feel Kristen kreuk wasn't the right choice for the role as she seemed physically weak where the character of chun li has always been seen as a strong female character, I would've preferred Ming-Na wen to reprise her role in a new story, with childhood flash backs.
  
Man of Steel (2013)
Man of Steel (2013)
2013 | Action, Sci-Fi
Not a patch on Christopher Reeve's superman but a decent enough origin movie bolstered by emotive turns from Kevin Costner and Diane Lane.
It's a visually appealing story slightly marred by overuse of CGI and a soulless and prolonged ending, I am sure Cavill would have wanted a better script as he makes for a very good Superman.