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Dean (6925 KP) rated Prom Night (2008) in Movies
Aug 30, 2018 (Updated Aug 31, 2018)
Firstly no way is this a remake of the original 1980 slasher. They are both called Prom Night and that is it, the stories are totally different! The other problem is this is classed as a horror but only a PG-13?! Pretty straight forward slasher stuff, not scary or gory but done on a big budget. Watch the 80's one it was only just slightly better!
Joelene Marie (28 KP) rated All the Birds in the Sky in Books
Oct 1, 2018
Beautifully written and completely original yet not so far fetched as to be totally unbelievable. Character driven and focused on the relationships between them as well as between humans and nature. I couldn't put it down and read it in one day unfortunately, as it was one of those rare and magical stories that I never wanted to end. I hope to see a sequel in the future. Highly recommended!!
Sarah (82 KP) rated Malevolent (2018) in Movies
Oct 12, 2018
Another decent Netflix original!
Another good addition to the Netflix originals! Love supernatural films and this popped up on my ones to watch! Plot was not what I expected when I watched and left me wanting more. A couple of moments where I really did jump kept me on the edge of suspense.
The actors/actresses have done an amazing job and will be looking for more of their work.
The actors/actresses have done an amazing job and will be looking for more of their work.
Gemma (572 KP) rated A Star Is Born (2018) in Movies
Oct 14, 2018
Blew me away
I really did not expect to enjoy this film as much as I did. I have never seen the original versions so I don't know how it compares but I really loved this film. The acting and singing is so good from Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga. This film just draws you in and make sure you have some tissues handy. I absolutely loved it.
Erika (17788 KP) rated My Plain Jane: The Lady Janies Book 2 in Books
Oct 28, 2018
This was an entertaining riff on Jane Eyre. As with the first book in the 'Lady Janies' trilogy, there are three main characters that cycle through the chapters. I liked that Charlotte Bronte herself was one of the narrators. It followed fairly closely to the original in the beginning, with a few deviations, as would be expected. It was largely predictable, but I didn't mind because I was entertained.
Erika (17788 KP) rated Elf (2003) in Movies
Nov 23, 2018
This film is definitely the best modern Christmas movies that's been released. It still holds up after 15 years (and now I feel old). I re-watched this with my parents, who, had surprisingly, never seen it before? I loved that the costumes from the original stop-motion Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer were used. It'd definitely innocent, family fun that's still enjoyable to watch as an adult.
Hutch (9 KP) rated Batman (1989) in Movies
Jun 17, 2019 (Updated Jun 17, 2019)
Original and still the best
As good as Christopher Nolan's Batman Trilogy was, this is still my favourite and Keaton is still the best Dark Knight. Dark and broody and with eyebrows made for the role, Keaton delivers as both Batman and Bruce Wayne while Jack Nicholson hits the perfect balance of menace and camp with his Joker. Ps -Great soundtrack too
PPS - the Batmobile has never looked so cool
PPS - the Batmobile has never looked so cool
Jessica Erdas (463 KP) rated Stranger Things in TV
Dec 17, 2018
I find the show extraordinarily original. The storyline is suspenseful and keeps you on your toes. The acting is superb, especially for the number of young children staring in it. I've always been a pretty big fan of the horror genre and find that each episode, especially getting into season 2, got more and more terrifying and violent. I can't wait to see where the show goes next.
David McK (3372 KP) rated Storm Front (The Dresden Files, #1) in Books
Jan 28, 2019
Edited on 07/01/19: The graphic novel sticks pretty close to the source material, too!!
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One of the best books I've (re)read in a long time, "Storm Front" introduces us to the world of Harry Dresden, paranormal investigator for hire.
Superb entry in a new series by (to me) a new author: I think I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for future entries!
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One of the best books I've (re)read in a long time, "Storm Front" introduces us to the world of Harry Dresden, paranormal investigator for hire.
Superb entry in a new series by (to me) a new author: I think I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for future entries!
MelanieTheresa (997 KP) rated Heathers (1988) in Movies
Aug 7, 2019 (Updated Aug 7, 2019)
Remains one of my favorite movies in any genre.
No, I didn't watch the ridiculous TV reboot or the short-lived Broadway show, nor will I. The original holds up just fine with its commentary on society and political correctness. Christian Slater does some of his best work, and Winona Ryder can do no wrong. Plus, baby Shannen Doherty! (she's just 17 here!)
An absolute classic in my book.
No, I didn't watch the ridiculous TV reboot or the short-lived Broadway show, nor will I. The original holds up just fine with its commentary on society and political correctness. Christian Slater does some of his best work, and Winona Ryder can do no wrong. Plus, baby Shannen Doherty! (she's just 17 here!)
An absolute classic in my book.
