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Sep 17, 2017
b.Young (97 KP) rated The Book Thief in Books
May 8, 2018
When I read this book, I was deep in the throes of my WWII obsession. I was reading every book I could find, fiction and non-fiction that had to do witht the subject.
This book is narrarated by Death and I found that rather unique and something that I was not expecting.
I typically do not leave reviews that contain spoilers, and I cannot properly review this book without them, so I will leave on this note: prepare yourself for a marvelously written heart-breaking tale that will leave you contemplating your life alongside an empty box of tissues.
This book is narrarated by Death and I found that rather unique and something that I was not expecting.
I typically do not leave reviews that contain spoilers, and I cannot properly review this book without them, so I will leave on this note: prepare yourself for a marvelously written heart-breaking tale that will leave you contemplating your life alongside an empty box of tissues.
ALilLacey (2 KP) rated The Mortal Instruments 1: City of Bones in Books
Mar 4, 2019
I tried to like City of Bones more after reading many great reviews. It wasn't terrible, I just had a hard time getting into the story line. I felt like Clary only being 15 was my main issue. Decisions she made and the situations she was in were hard for me to place a 15 year old in. I did like the idea of the plot and another world that not all can see. The twist at the end was definitely not something I saw coming and will keep me reading through the rest of the series.
Alli Lamb (4 KP) rated Goodreads: Book Reviews in Apps
Mar 19, 2019
Way to organize your books
I cannot tell you how many times I see a book and think "I need to read this" but then I forget about. It's great to be able add the books to your read list so you can never lose track. You can also challenge yourself by participating in a reading challenge every year and see how you compare to your friends. It's a great place to review and talk with other book lovers.
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Apr 1, 2019
Dean (6927 KP) rated Upgrade (2018) in Movies
May 20, 2019
The technology on show (1 more)
Good SFX for the budget
A great Upgrade
I saw this the other night after seeing good reviews for it. I'm not sure if it got a cinema release in the UK? It's a great Australian made film. A bit like a sci-fi Deathwish mixing humans with advanced Ai technology and body enhancements. The technology shown in the film, set in the near future, is really good and not far from what is available. This made the film more interesting. Throw in some good action and SFX and you have a great film that went under the radar.
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Jun 5, 2019
Movie Metropolis (309 KP) rated Gods and Monsters (1998) in Movies
Jun 10, 2019
McKellen teamed up with director Bill Condon in 1998 for Gods & Monsters. This period drama recounts the partly fictionalised last days of the life of film director James Whale, whose experience of war in the First World War is a central theme.
Although criticised for being overly-simplistic, McKellen’s performance received rave reviews, and he was nominated for his first Academy Award in the Best Actor category. Unfortunately, he didn’t go on to win this time around, but it remained a highlight in a career filled with fabulous work.
https://moviemetropolis.net/2019/05/25/top-5-ian-mckellen-performances/
Although criticised for being overly-simplistic, McKellen’s performance received rave reviews, and he was nominated for his first Academy Award in the Best Actor category. Unfortunately, he didn’t go on to win this time around, but it remained a highlight in a career filled with fabulous work.
https://moviemetropolis.net/2019/05/25/top-5-ian-mckellen-performances/
Movie Metropolis (309 KP) rated The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997) in Movies
Jun 10, 2019
Spielberg has said on record many times that taking this job was one of the worst decisions of his career. He shouldn’t be so hard on himself though as for the most part, The Lost World is great fun.
The characters are fleshed out more and the special effects are once again top-notch but there’s a spark from the first film that’s notable by its absence. Things pick up through the much-maligned finale in San Diego but the franchise began to take a tumble only halted 18 years later…
https://moviemetropolis.net/2017/07/15/jurassic-park-franchise-reviews/
The characters are fleshed out more and the special effects are once again top-notch but there’s a spark from the first film that’s notable by its absence. Things pick up through the much-maligned finale in San Diego but the franchise began to take a tumble only halted 18 years later…
https://moviemetropolis.net/2017/07/15/jurassic-park-franchise-reviews/
Movie Metropolis (309 KP) rated Final Destination (2000) in Movies
Jun 10, 2019
Released 17 years ago in March 2000, Final Destination revolutionised the teen-slasher genre for 00s after Scream did so well for the 90s generation of horror buffs.
The premise was perfectly realised as high-school students tried their best to cheat death after a horrific disaster. The plane sequence in this film still holds up today and remains one of the best horror moments in the last couple of decades.
The acting on the other hand, left a lot to be desired. Though a young Devon Sawa was a magnetic leading presence.
https://moviemetropolis.net/2017/10/15/final-destination-franchise-reviews/
The premise was perfectly realised as high-school students tried their best to cheat death after a horrific disaster. The plane sequence in this film still holds up today and remains one of the best horror moments in the last couple of decades.
The acting on the other hand, left a lot to be desired. Though a young Devon Sawa was a magnetic leading presence.
https://moviemetropolis.net/2017/10/15/final-destination-franchise-reviews/