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MissCagey (2652 KP) rated Victoria and Abdul (2017) in Movies

Jan 25, 2019

Victoria and Abdul (2017)

2017 | Biography, Drama, History

7.8

(9 Ratings)

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Judi Dench is of course faultless as the acerbic Queen Victoria. This (mainly) true story is about the Queen's friendship with Abdul, an Indian muslim. I was taken aback at what would have been considered open mindedness at the time and this was refreshing to see, this redeemed her in my eyes as she appears to have been generally quite rude otherwise (I'm guessing you're allowed to be when you're queen!). This was compared to the out and out racism and disgust shown by her staff. These parts were difficult and upsetting to watch.
Their friendship was very sweet although when Abdul was found to have lied about a mutiny in India the film does not explain whether he deliberately lied or was mistaken.
This film prompted me to research the relationship further and it is general consensus that Abdul was an opportunistic and rather dislikable man!

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Nickg24 (492 KP) rated Stuber (2019) in Movies

Nov 3, 2019

Stuber (2019)

2019 | Action, Comedy

6.8

(18 Ratings)

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Good Comedic Chemistry between Bautista and Nanjani (0 more)

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Going by the trailers for this film the studio behind this was going for a modern up to date take on the buddy/cop movies like (48 hours,Lethal Weapon) and they actually managed to pull it off.On the one hand you have the hard as nails cop (Bautista) seeking revenge for his partners death and on the other the comedic one liners of the sidekick (Kamani)

The relationship starts off rocky at first but by the end they are the best of friends.We also get the amazing martial art skills of uko iwais (though hes only on screen at the beginning and end of the movie)

Plot wise with this film,well it's been done a million times before with greater success and a few of the jokes fall flat but still an entertaining movie.

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Nickg24 (492 KP) rated The Irishman (2019) in Movies

Dec 2, 2019

The Irishman (2019)

2019 | Biography, Crime, Drama

8.2

(37 Ratings)

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Al Pacino

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So after months of hype does this all star blockbuster live up to the hype...well yes it does.

It's been many years since we have had a great gangster epic and the master of those films finally brings one that will be enjoyed for many years to come.Unlike his other epics this film focuses more on the relationship between the main protagonist frank sheeran and his boss jimmy Joffa.The violence is not as extreme as you would find in goodfellas or casino.

The only tiny criticism I have was the de-aging process used on some of the actors,the faces seemed a little animated and fake.

De Niro was incredible and has to be a strong favourite for the best actor oscar,pacino and pesci were brilliant as well and could get a supporting actor oscar nomination.

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JT (287 KP) rated Spy Game (2001) in Movies

Mar 10, 2020

Spy Game (2001)

2001 | Action, Drama, Mystery

6.5

(4 Ratings)

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As Tony Scott films go this one’s a pretty decent effort. Redford is slick and sophisticated as a retiring CIA agent and Pitt is equally effective as his eager to learn student.

The tight script and shooting make for an entertaining mix of explosions and plot twists. Robert Redford plays Nathan Muir a soon to be retired CIA operative who has spent the past few years training his protege Tom Bishop (Brad Pitt).

When a routine extraction in China goes wrong Bishop is captured behind enemy lines and it is up to Muir to get through all the political red tape to help pull him out.

The film is tense even in the boardroom scenes, and we get a real sense of the relationship between Bishop and Muir with good use of flashbacks. This is first rate and another winning film from the late Tony Scott.

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Morgan Sheppard (1007 KP) created a post

Apr 23, 2020

Pre-order your copy of Get Away Closer by SH Pratt today!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086M3VQYP
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1136776078

“You only get one chance to make a first impression.”

When Charlie Lawrence meets his neighbor, it’s not good.

Lanie Kelly is a small town girl who loves contemporary rock n’ roll; lives the night owl life; and craves peace and quiet.

Charlie is a city boy who loves country western music; sunrise walks with his dogs; and woodworking with his collection of power tools.

They share a driveway and little else.

Sparks fly as summer heats up and a thunderstorm drops a tree on Charlie’s house. As their relationship begins to blossom, a fifty year old family feud and a toxic ex-lover test its strength.
With hearts and homes on the line, Lanie and Charlie must decide to give up or…

Get Away Closer.