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ArecRain (8 KP) rated Evan And Darcy in Books
Jan 18, 2018
I was on a Jane Austen kick when this popped up on Net Galley. I was delightfully surprised that this novel wasnt horrible. Jane Austen retellings/rip offs are a dime a dozen, especially modern versions. However, I felt that this was a lovely retelling. I felt is held true to its inspirations and I likes Evan and Darcy almost as much as Elizabeth and Darcy. The side characters were just as meddling and frustrating too!
Bottom line, if you want a cute modern retelling that doesnt butcher the feel of the original, I highly recommend this novel.
Bottom line, if you want a cute modern retelling that doesnt butcher the feel of the original, I highly recommend this novel.
Entertainment Editor (1988 KP) rated Orléans in Tabletop Games
Mar 7, 2018
Orleans is a bag-building and worker placement board game. You must increase your followers to take more actions, get board position and gain more VPs.
Orleans is a mid-weight board game with worker placement and area control mechanics. You must thoughtfully build your crew of followers in order to win.
The components for this game are very nice the art looks medieval and the tiles and chits are all durable. The rules are well written and easy to follow too.
Original Rating: 5/6
Reviewer: Unknown
Read the full review here: http://www.play-board-games.com/orleans-board-game-review/
The components for this game are very nice the art looks medieval and the tiles and chits are all durable. The rules are well written and easy to follow too.
Original Rating: 5/6
Reviewer: Unknown
Read the full review here: http://www.play-board-games.com/orleans-board-game-review/
Dean (6926 KP) rated Lost Boys: The Thirst (2010) in Movies
Feb 14, 2018
A slight improvement over the 2nd film, but that doesn't say much. It's good Feldman links the 3 films, but I have to say his acting is pretty poor. Nice the story is centered around him more in this one. The plot is a bit silly but the effects of the Vampire kills are ok and very Blade like, along with the Vampire club idea. There are a few flash backs to the original and a nice tribute scene to Corey Haim. A better sequel for the fans than the 2nd film, but still quite average overall.
Dean (6926 KP) rated April Fool's Day (2008) in Movies
Mar 31, 2018
A so-so remake of the cult classic, although this time it is totally different characters and story but with the same idea. So if you have seen the original, if not then why?, you already have a good idea of how it will turn out. This is one of the main problems as it loses any sense of tension of the first film with its setting on a remote island. Despite the low budget TV movie feel, it was still watchable with a young trendy cast. Don't rush to see it but it's not that bad.
Dean (6926 KP) rated Sorority Row (2009) in Movies
Mar 10, 2018
A very good fun slasher that has a lot of humour in it. One of the best slasher films I have seen in a while, maybe since House of Wax? It seems the guys working on this know all the right ingredients to give the fans what they want. It doesn't take itself seriously and the characters still make jokes even when being chased by the killer....which was maybe going a bit far. Still it has a cool young cast, good effects, some original kills and a wild party theme throughout. Definitely one for slasher fans!!
Alix Biggs (0 KP) rated How to Hang a Witch (How to Hang a Witch, #1) in Books
Jun 24, 2018
Alot of historical facts hidden Through out. (2 more)
The author her self is descended from the original people of the salem witch trials just like the main character
Theres a second book.
Best Book to date
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You have to read the book. Its based on a girl who moves to salem and has to figure out why people are dying and whether they are linked to the trials or not. She also falls in love and plot twist she is the thing her distant relative hated most. Tells a different side the the witch trials.
Dean (6926 KP) rated Beverly Hills Cop III (1994) in Movies
Jun 28, 2018
The weakest in the series by quite a way. The first 2 were very good and I thought the second film was the best, just a bit slicker than the other two. It's a real shame that the Taggert character is not in this one. It starts with plenty of action but things get a bit silly and camp at the wonderworld theme park. Good to see Bronson Pinchot, Serge, back from the first film though. Hopefully next years 4th installment will have as many of the characters from the original as possible and a better story than this.
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We use Netflix a lot. It has a lot if movies and shows to choose from. The biggest downside for me is the limit of streaming to 4 devices at a time. I have a large family, so obviously there are times when we all want to watch something different, but it limits us to how many of use can use it. My kids also get irritated when their favorites are removed from streaming to make room for new selections. Wish there was a way to keep more of their favorites available to them.
Morgen Frances (21 KP) rated Netflix in Apps
Jul 9, 2018
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Their original content is getting better and better. See classic movies and shows or new release. Depending on the show/channel watch as soon as the season ends on cable. The selection is so large there is something for everyone. I’ve been a subscriber since 2007 when I had the 3 discs at a time membership. I have never been disappointed or had any issues. I love that they pick up cancelled shows and stick with the same cast and crew. They do the fans proud. They also revamp old shows.
Dork_knight74 (881 KP) rated Shimmer Lake (2017) in Movies
Aug 2, 2018 (Updated Aug 2, 2018)
This is a Netflix original "dark comedy" crime drama. The acting was good and the cinematography was too. It's a small town crime story involving a group of people that grew up together and knew each other well. It's told in a backwards style so the events happening are shown in reverse order. The story unfolds quite well and keeps your interest the whole time. It has a few laughs and a pretty good twist to the end that isn't too predictable. I liked this movie overall. Nothing too graphic for kids either. Worth a watch!