Search
Search results
Black Death (Reissue) by Black Death
6.5
Rate It
Album Watch
Hells Headbangers has set the release date for a special, long-overdue reissue of Black Death's...
metal
Lee Richmond (19 KP) rated Blade Runner 2049 (2017) in Movies
Mar 2, 2019
The key to the future is finally unearthed.
I must admit, my hopes where not high. Since 2012 I have witnessed Ridley Scott wiping his arse on his past glory with the ever worsening Alien Prequels. I hated Prometheus and the less said about Alien Covenant the better. Not only that but did Blade Runner really need a sequel? I was of the strong belief that it did not. The original was a beautifully told, self contained flick with a strong start, middle and end. Throw in to the mix the fact that generally a movie sequel that appears a few decades after the original is rarely as good as what came before. I'm talking about you Indiana Jones, Dumb and Dumber and so on..
Taking that all into account I sat down to watch Blade Runner 2049 with the most open mind I could muster and as the end credits rolled the only thought in my sci-fi frazzled head was "holy shit what a movie"..
I loved it. Not just liked it. Not just found it to be ok (which was about all I had hoped for). I fucking loved it. My wife found it slow and eventually wandered off for a bath but I loved it. I loved the visuals that burst forth from the screen and penetrated my brain through my eyeballs. The story was equally as compelling as the original. Ryan Gosling was great. Harrison Ford was great. The nods to the original all great and never sickly nostalgic.
I can honestly say that I have never been so happy to be wrong. Although there is a 30+ year gap between both films I didn't feel that the special effects (although stunning here) did anything to spoil those of the original. Hopefully this movie has taught me to be more open minded but somehow I imagine I will always be this cynical old bastard that those who know me have come to love or loathe.
If you haven't seen this film yet, or if like me you're expecting the worst, my advice would be "stop being an arse and enjoy the spectacle and dare I say masterpiece? That Blade Runner 2049 truly is".
Taking that all into account I sat down to watch Blade Runner 2049 with the most open mind I could muster and as the end credits rolled the only thought in my sci-fi frazzled head was "holy shit what a movie"..
I loved it. Not just liked it. Not just found it to be ok (which was about all I had hoped for). I fucking loved it. My wife found it slow and eventually wandered off for a bath but I loved it. I loved the visuals that burst forth from the screen and penetrated my brain through my eyeballs. The story was equally as compelling as the original. Ryan Gosling was great. Harrison Ford was great. The nods to the original all great and never sickly nostalgic.
I can honestly say that I have never been so happy to be wrong. Although there is a 30+ year gap between both films I didn't feel that the special effects (although stunning here) did anything to spoil those of the original. Hopefully this movie has taught me to be more open minded but somehow I imagine I will always be this cynical old bastard that those who know me have come to love or loathe.
If you haven't seen this film yet, or if like me you're expecting the worst, my advice would be "stop being an arse and enjoy the spectacle and dare I say masterpiece? That Blade Runner 2049 truly is".
Charlie Cobra Reviews (1840 KP) rated Aladdin (2019) in Movies
Jul 7, 2020
A Whole New World For A New Generation
Aladdin is a 2019 live-action film adaptation of the 1992 Disney animated movie. It was directed by Guy Ritchie, who wrote the screenplay with John August. The movie is produced by Walt Disney Pictures, Rideback, and Marc Platt Productions and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The movie stars Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, and Marwan Kenzari.
Living in the desert kingdom of Agrabah, Aladdin (Mena Moussad), along with Abu, his pet monkey, befriend and rescue Princess Jasmine (Naomi Scott), when she is caught giving bread to poor children. Meanwhile, growing tired of being "second" in power to the Sultan, Jafar (Marwen Kenzari), the Royal Vizier, along with his parrot Iago seek a magic lamp hidden within the Cave of Wonders.
This movie was really good and a really awesome adaptation of the original Disney animated film. It stayed very faithful to the original and changed very little, also it added somethings, like an original song that Jasmine sang. At first I was "if-ey" about Will Smith being cast as the Genie, but I have to say he did a real good job. Mena Massoud who played Aladdin also gave an excellent performance. I was a little disappointed in the way they went with Jafar's character but not as upset as I was with this film's version of Iago. The original had Gilbert Godfrey, who was extremely funny albeit a little annoying, but this Iago was just terrible. The costumes were great and even the musical numbers of dancing and singing were really good. My favorite was the Prince Ali song/dance. I have to say I wasn't too happy with some of the changes and what they left out. At certain times the direction veered from the plot of the original and the pacing felt off but a lot of it lead to some very comedic scenes. I liked the inclusion of the character of Jasmine's hand maiden played by Nasim Pedrad, she looked very pretty and was very funny. And I thought the CGI looked good, however some critics complained that it brought nothing new to the film. I give this movie a 7/10.
Living in the desert kingdom of Agrabah, Aladdin (Mena Moussad), along with Abu, his pet monkey, befriend and rescue Princess Jasmine (Naomi Scott), when she is caught giving bread to poor children. Meanwhile, growing tired of being "second" in power to the Sultan, Jafar (Marwen Kenzari), the Royal Vizier, along with his parrot Iago seek a magic lamp hidden within the Cave of Wonders.
This movie was really good and a really awesome adaptation of the original Disney animated film. It stayed very faithful to the original and changed very little, also it added somethings, like an original song that Jasmine sang. At first I was "if-ey" about Will Smith being cast as the Genie, but I have to say he did a real good job. Mena Massoud who played Aladdin also gave an excellent performance. I was a little disappointed in the way they went with Jafar's character but not as upset as I was with this film's version of Iago. The original had Gilbert Godfrey, who was extremely funny albeit a little annoying, but this Iago was just terrible. The costumes were great and even the musical numbers of dancing and singing were really good. My favorite was the Prince Ali song/dance. I have to say I wasn't too happy with some of the changes and what they left out. At certain times the direction veered from the plot of the original and the pacing felt off but a lot of it lead to some very comedic scenes. I liked the inclusion of the character of Jasmine's hand maiden played by Nasim Pedrad, she looked very pretty and was very funny. And I thought the CGI looked good, however some critics complained that it brought nothing new to the film. I give this movie a 7/10.
MyPics - A Powerful PhotoAlbum
Photo & Video and Lifestyle
App
Having trouble managing your photos and videos? If you use MyPics, you can freely organize the...
Movie Critics (823 KP) rated I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017) in Movies
Sep 21, 2017
I loved how grimy and odd this film is; it’s got an off-kilter vibe I really dig. Shot in some really questionable areas of Oregon with down and dirty aplomb by stylish cinematographer Larkin Seiple
Critic- Back To The Movies
Original Score: 4 out of 5
Read Review: http://bttm.co.uk/i-dont-feel-at-home-in-this-world-anymore-review/
Original Score: 4 out of 5
Read Review: http://bttm.co.uk/i-dont-feel-at-home-in-this-world-anymore-review/
MusicCritics (472 KP) rated Hi Vis High Tea by Frenzal Rhomb in Music
Sep 21, 2017
Twenty songs clocking in at just over thirty minutes – short and to the point. If you are remotely into three-part vocal harmonies paired with catchy and upbeat tunes and peppered with smart lyrics, this will be right up your alley.
Critic- Scene Point Blank
Original Score: 8 out of 10
Read Review: https://www.scenepointblank.com/reviews/frenzal-rhomb/hi-vis-high-tea/
Original Score: 8 out of 10
Read Review: https://www.scenepointblank.com/reviews/frenzal-rhomb/hi-vis-high-tea/
MusicCritics (472 KP) rated Crooked Teeth by Papa Roach in Music
Sep 21, 2017
Papa Roach looks like they’ve picked up where many felt they left off at their best.It’s not all perfect, and there are some less than desirable moments, but overall 'Crooked Teeth' is pure, powerful and poignant with all the good things
Critic - Carl O'Rourke
Original Score: 7.5 out of 10
Read Review : https://metalwani.com/2017/05/review-papa-roach-crooked-teeth.html
Original Score: 7.5 out of 10
Read Review : https://metalwani.com/2017/05/review-papa-roach-crooked-teeth.html
MusicCritics (472 KP) rated The Madness by Art Of Anarchy in Music
Sep 21, 2017
his album is one of the most refreshing and dignified hard rock records in some time and deserves to be listened to as such. More than just a super-group, Art of Anarchy have given the best of themselves
Critic- Carl O'Rourke
Original Score: 8.8 out of 10
Read Review: https://metalwani.com/2017/02/review-art-of-anarchy-the-madness.html
Original Score: 8.8 out of 10
Read Review: https://metalwani.com/2017/02/review-art-of-anarchy-the-madness.html
Movie Critics (823 KP) rated The LEGO Ninjango Movie (2017) in Movies
Sep 24, 2017
A blink-and-you’ll-miss-it gag involving the infamous “Wilhelm scream” woke me up, as did the introduction, 50 minutes in, of a dreaded “ultimate weapon” that deftly mixes a live-action feline with the CGI Ninjago team.
Critic- Marc Savlov
Original Score: 1.5 out of 5
Read Review: https://www.austinchronicle.com/calendar/film/2017-09-22/the-lego-ninjago-movie/
Original Score: 1.5 out of 5
Read Review: https://www.austinchronicle.com/calendar/film/2017-09-22/the-lego-ninjago-movie/
Movie Critics (823 KP) rated Friend Request (2016) in Movies
Sep 24, 2017
Friend Request keeps up the pace and throws in a few neat twists to keep the plot from stagnating. What’s more, the Facebook fixation will hit a note with younger viewers, even if the message that ‘self-obsession = bad’ is a little heavy handed
Critic- Ally Wybrew
Original Score: 3 out of 5
Read Review: http://www.empireonline.com/movies/friend-request/review/
Original Score: 3 out of 5
Read Review: http://www.empireonline.com/movies/friend-request/review/