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The Chocolate Lady (94 KP) rated I, Eliza Hamilton in Books
Oct 6, 2020
Alexander Hamilton was an integral part of the early history of the United States, both in its war of independence and later in the early days of its government. However, to look at his relatively short life and ignore his wife who survived him by 50 years, is as much a disservice to the man he was as it is to the woman who stood by his side, both in life and long after his death. Author, Susan Holloway Scott saw this lack of focus and answered this need in her latest novel "I, Eliza Hamilton." Read what I thought of this book in my review here.
https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2017/09/03/a-founding-mothers-story/
https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2017/09/03/a-founding-mothers-story/
Erika (17789 KP) rated Anna (2019) in Movies
Jun 29, 2019
Entertaining while watching, completely forgettable afterwards.
This is your standard Cold War spy movie with a non-linear time line. I know this film was supposed to be released last year, but Lionsgate pushed it back because of allegations against Luc Beeson. The cast did zero promotional appearances, and I maybe saw the trailer twice.
I went because a) I like seeing women kick some ass and 2) Luke Evans and Cillian Murphy. I did truly find it engaging while I was watching it, it definitely held my attention. But then, a day later, I almost completely forgot about it. Which, is not a good thing. I even had it rated higher right after the movie.
I went because a) I like seeing women kick some ass and 2) Luke Evans and Cillian Murphy. I did truly find it engaging while I was watching it, it definitely held my attention. But then, a day later, I almost completely forgot about it. Which, is not a good thing. I even had it rated higher right after the movie.
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated The Sea of Tranquility in Books
Sep 6, 2019
This book had been on my radar for a few years--I know, a long time, right?--but I'd always put it off due to the price tag and the "do I really want to read it" question. So when I saw it on Scribd I thought let's try it.
I'm glad I did. It had a good build up throughout, both in relation to the Nastya and Josh thing and to Nastya's past. I really liked the relationship, though Nastya almost killed me when she pushed him away. The thing from her past felt a little flat for me, I expected more fireworks but I also understand why there weren't any.
A nice story overall.
I'm glad I did. It had a good build up throughout, both in relation to the Nastya and Josh thing and to Nastya's past. I really liked the relationship, though Nastya almost killed me when she pushed him away. The thing from her past felt a little flat for me, I expected more fireworks but I also understand why there weren't any.
A nice story overall.
Bob Mann (459 KP) rated Pain and Glory (2019) in Movies
Sep 8, 2019
A glorious cinematic treat.
Almodovar's latest, this is a film REALLY worth seeing if you can find it in cinemas. A really thought-provoking tale of a man coming to terms with the state of his life in older age.
If you loved Alfonso Cuarón‘s “Roma“, I think you’ll also love this. This is a movie that has stuck with me since I saw it. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed… but if you are, please comment!
For my full review, please check out One Mann's Movies here - https://bob-the-movie-man.com/2019/08/16/one-manns-movies-film-review-dolor-y-gloria-pain-and-glory-2019/
If you loved Alfonso Cuarón‘s “Roma“, I think you’ll also love this. This is a movie that has stuck with me since I saw it. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed… but if you are, please comment!
For my full review, please check out One Mann's Movies here - https://bob-the-movie-man.com/2019/08/16/one-manns-movies-film-review-dolor-y-gloria-pain-and-glory-2019/
Lee (2222 KP) rated Undone - Season 1 in TV
Sep 15, 2019
Incredible
It's not very often I binge watch a show but from the moment I saw the trailer for this, I just had to watch it all.
It's kind of difficult to explain the show outside of what is hinted at in the trailer - Alma is seeing visions of her dead father, who is now teaching her how to time travel so that she can go back and try to prevent his death!! It's a trippy, sci-fi drama dealing with grief, trauma and mental illness, beautifully told using a rotoscoped animation style and featuring a great cast including Rosa Salazar and Bob Odenkirk. I absolutely loved it and really hope we get another season.
It's kind of difficult to explain the show outside of what is hinted at in the trailer - Alma is seeing visions of her dead father, who is now teaching her how to time travel so that she can go back and try to prevent his death!! It's a trippy, sci-fi drama dealing with grief, trauma and mental illness, beautifully told using a rotoscoped animation style and featuring a great cast including Rosa Salazar and Bob Odenkirk. I absolutely loved it and really hope we get another season.
Mel (490 KP) rated Snow, Glass, Apples in Books
Oct 9, 2019
I'm a huge Neil Gaiman fan so I'd read the short story 'Snow Glass Apples' previously and enjoyed it. Although I've read most of his graphic novels with some of the recent adaptations of short stories I've not been sure if having a graphic novel version was really adding value. So when I saw there was a new adaptation of this one I had a look through before deciding to buy. All I can say is that the artwork is beautiful, Colleen Doran has done an excellent job bringing this to life, with sensitive handling of the more graphic details. I'd definitely recommend this, it's a lovely addition to any collection.
gayga (2128 KP) rated Weasels Ripped My Flesh by Mothers of Invention / Frank Zappa in Music
Oct 11, 2019
Welcome weasels!
I saw the cover for this in a book of album covers years ago. Having come across it again recently I listened to the album on YouTube and couldn’t believe how good it was. I’d always heard of Frank Zappa but had never listened to any of his music but like wow! What have I missed?
I think it would take a few more listens to identify a stand out track for me, but as a brand new Zappa fan it’s certainly wetted my appetite to sample more of his (quite vast) back catalogue. Hopefully I’ll get to review more of this great mans work shortly.
I think it would take a few more listens to identify a stand out track for me, but as a brand new Zappa fan it’s certainly wetted my appetite to sample more of his (quite vast) back catalogue. Hopefully I’ll get to review more of this great mans work shortly.
Carlton Reece (41 KP) rated Rising Sun in Tabletop Games
Aug 17, 2019
Very easy game to play (1 more)
Beautiful game
It looks completed, it's not
If you saw rising sun being played, you probably wouldn't be the only one who thinks there is a lot going on and that it's a complicated game. This is not the case.
After the first season it's very easy to know what's going on, the game flows well through each stage.
With the range of potential decks to use the games can be different each time you play making it great for playing again and again.
Try the game, then see if you still think it's too complicated
After the first season it's very easy to know what's going on, the game flows well through each stage.
With the range of potential decks to use the games can be different each time you play making it great for playing again and again.
Try the game, then see if you still think it's too complicated
Matthew Krueger (10051 KP) rated The Crazies (2010) in Movies
Aug 20, 2019
Crazy or Insane
The Crazies- is one of those horror remakes that not alot of people saw. It is very underrated and more people should watch it because it is good.
Anarchy reigns when an unknown toxin turns the peaceful citizens of Ogden Marsh into bloodthirsty lunatics. In an effort to contain the spread of the infection, authorities blockade the town and use deadly force to keep anyone from getting in or out. Now trapped among killers, Sheriff Dutten (Timothy Olyphant) and his wife (Radha Mitchell) and two companions must band together to find a way out before madness and death overtake them.
Its about survival and surving to see tomorrow.
I would highly reecordmend this movie.
Anarchy reigns when an unknown toxin turns the peaceful citizens of Ogden Marsh into bloodthirsty lunatics. In an effort to contain the spread of the infection, authorities blockade the town and use deadly force to keep anyone from getting in or out. Now trapped among killers, Sheriff Dutten (Timothy Olyphant) and his wife (Radha Mitchell) and two companions must band together to find a way out before madness and death overtake them.
Its about survival and surving to see tomorrow.
I would highly reecordmend this movie.
Bostonian916 (449 KP) rated The Goldfinch (2019) in Movies
Aug 4, 2020
I was excited to view this film when I first saw a trailer for it. The concept seemed very interesting. Sadly, the execution was a bit off the mark.
I stand by my belief that the actual story is quite good and original. But the amount of time taken between relevant scenes build a story that really doesn't need to be told and ends up mudding things up to a degree that when the movie ends there are more questions than answers.
Acting was good. Visually pleasing. VERY SLOW throughout most of the movie. Give it a go if you have unyielding curiosity, a few extra hours, and a desire to be left wanting.
I stand by my belief that the actual story is quite good and original. But the amount of time taken between relevant scenes build a story that really doesn't need to be told and ends up mudding things up to a degree that when the movie ends there are more questions than answers.
Acting was good. Visually pleasing. VERY SLOW throughout most of the movie. Give it a go if you have unyielding curiosity, a few extra hours, and a desire to be left wanting.