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Paige (428 KP) rated Tideland (2006) in Movies

Jul 28, 2017  
Tideland (2006)
Tideland (2006)
2006 | Drama, Sci-Fi
Raw, boundary-pushing, original, ahead of its time (0 more)
Too intense for most people (0 more)
I loved it. Everyone else hated it.
A dark, modern, American twist on Alice's wonderland. This really disturbing, cringe inducing stuff coupled with bizarre charm is part of Gilliam's gift, and I would argue this stands up to his most famous work. Though this is definitely a little smaller in stature than Brazil, it has it's own elements of dystopia- albeit on a more personal level- and hits a little closer to raw emotion. Not for the faint of heart.
  
Cave Story
Cave Story
Platform
Cave Story is still a great game (2 more)
Four different soundtracks
Includes Curly’s Story and time trials
Map too small to read in Handheld/Tabletop Mode (1 more)
No option to switch graphical styles
Cave Story+ isn’t the definitive version of Cave Story—I think that crown still belongs to the WiiWare version, but then again, that version isn’t portable. I do miss the ability to switch graphical styles, but it’s really the only regrettable absentee.
Critic- Zachary Miller
Original Score: 8.5 out of 10

Read Review: http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/44750/cave-story-switch-review-updated
  
Arrival (2016)
Arrival (2016)
2016 | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
The twist/ending (2 more)
Amy Adams
Visual effects
A little slow paced (0 more)
Not your average sci-fi
This isn't your average action filled sci-fi, and it's quite slow paced, however it's a great original take on first contact. The effects are fantastic and there's a very strong performance from Amy Adams who is probably my favourite actress at the moment. The ending and twist was also fantastic. Not everyone would agree on this as it can be seen as confusing, but I thought it was a great way to end and was completely unexpected.
  
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
2018 | Platform
Added Stormy Assent (1 more)
Added the ability to play as Coco in the first two games
Added Time Trials to the first game (super specific timing needed (0 more)
A Tribute to the original trilogy
With new content, graphics and voices this trilogy is a blast from the past. Its from a time when games were made to be hard to beat, and the additon of Stormy Assent just helped it live up to the mantle. So when diving into the trilogy take a deep breath and prepare to die... A lot
  
Echo Arena
Echo Arena
2017 | Sports
Amazing intensity with each match (2 more)
Requires smart teamwork for success
Satisfying movement and disc throwing mechanics
Slight learning curve for new players (1 more)
Major lack of map and game variety
Echo Arena is a great game, easily one of the best multiplayer VR games to date. The fast-paced and intense gameplay is unlike anything else we’ve ever seen and the sheer skill required to nail the timing of group coordination is immensely satisfying.
Critic- David Jagneaux
Original Score: 8.5 out of 10

Read Review: https://uploadvr.com/echo-arena-vr-review/
  
Elite Dangerous Legendary Edition
Elite Dangerous Legendary Edition
2016 | Action/Adventure
The freeform structure and wide variety of roles is impressively liberating. (2 more)
Nuanced but accessible combat controls.
Fun multiplayer options. Decent port from the PC.
very steep learning curve. (1 more)
Earning money at the beginning can get extremely repetitive, as can the mission design, lifeless planets, and identikit space stations.
The pioneering space adventure makes an impressive landing on PlayStation 4, with more content than ever and the promise of even better things to come.
  
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Dean (6927 KP) rated Rope (1948) in Movies

Aug 13, 2017  
Rope (1948)
Rope (1948)
1948 | Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Great directing (0 more)
Ahead of its time
An interesting film based along the lines of being able to commit the perfect murder. Two friends decide to put this to the test and to revel in their deed by inviting the victims family and friends round to a party.
This film has a very simple production and set in just a few rooms. It has the illusion of being filmed in one take. Which to me made it feel like watching a play. An original idea and interesting premise but not quite the most entertaining film.
  
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Dean (6927 KP) rated Pandorum (2009) in Movies

Sep 12, 2017  
Pandorum (2009)
Pandorum (2009)
2009 | Action, Horror, Sci-Fi
Mad Max in Space
A very decent Sci/Fi, thriller effort.....first time I can say that in a long time! A very good atmospheric film with plenty of action. Starts well the middle is patchy, but it picks up again towards the end. Good effects and set design, the overall feel of the film and the spaceship is quite creepy, good use of lighting etc. It's not the most original, it feels like a compilation of ideas from the best known Sci/Fi films. Overall a good effort that most should enjoy.
  
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Dean (6927 KP) rated It (2017) in Movies

Sep 16, 2017  
It (2017)
It (2017)
2017 | Drama, Horror
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7.9 (355 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Great creepy visuals (2 more)
Good young cast
Very funny
You'll float too
Shockingly I've not read the book but do remember the '90 version shown on TV. Some parts are true to the original and there is a lot of new stuff as well. There does seem to be nods to other Stephen King works as well, like Carrie and Stand by me which is a nice touch for fans.
The young cast are excellent and Pennywise genuinely creepy. I wouldn't say it's scary but does have a creepy atmosphere and surprisingly very funny!
  
Happy Birthday to Me (1981)
Happy Birthday to Me (1981)
1981 | Horror, International
One for the Slasher fans
A very good early 80's slasher film with some original kills, even by todays standards! It did feel a little bit long and slow at times but it has plenty of red herrings and quite a twist for a very early slasher film. The poster alone stuck in my head from an early age for quite a while. Not overly gory but still a very enjoyable film for slasher fans. Just seen the lead character was the blonde girl in little house on the prairie.