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Lee KM Pallatina (951 KP) rated Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) in Movies
Dec 2, 2019
He's back (& apparently never left?)
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After multiple failed attempts at terminator movies since the epic T2 judgement day, the franchise has consistently been tarnished of its unique credibility with only a rewatchable (imo) sequel in terminator : salvation.
Since the announcement of Linda Hamilton reprising her role of Sarah Connor I have been eager to see the outcome & I am very happy with what I saw, especially when it comes to taking into consideration its predecessors (excluding T1 &T2 of course).
Linda Hamilton plays her role as if she'd only taken a short break & with Schwarzeneggers T-800 learning to adapt to human life allows for great character encounters with the T-800 killing John Connor 22 years prior.
Fantastic movie, worth the wait.
Since the announcement of Linda Hamilton reprising her role of Sarah Connor I have been eager to see the outcome & I am very happy with what I saw, especially when it comes to taking into consideration its predecessors (excluding T1 &T2 of course).
Linda Hamilton plays her role as if she'd only taken a short break & with Schwarzeneggers T-800 learning to adapt to human life allows for great character encounters with the T-800 killing John Connor 22 years prior.
Fantastic movie, worth the wait.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) in Movies
Mar 30, 2021
A better cut
Well I gave this a go as the first film was noticeably cut quite a bit and just didn't feel like a complete film. This version is considerably longer, 3hrs 45mins before the credits roll, but it does feel a more complete film. With more back stories on some characters and longer battle scenes. The SFX for Steppenwolf is better. Overall the tone and feel of the film is better.
To be honest I didn't feel like the film dragged despite the long run time as so much is crammed in. I've seen other films over 3 hours long that felt tediously slow in comparison. So if you haven't seen it yet definitely watch this version, worth checking out if you already liked the first version.
To be honest I didn't feel like the film dragged despite the long run time as so much is crammed in. I've seen other films over 3 hours long that felt tediously slow in comparison. So if you haven't seen it yet definitely watch this version, worth checking out if you already liked the first version.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Westworld - Season 3 in TV
Jun 9, 2020
Confusing (1 more)
Doesn't have the same feel
Take me back to the park
Well I'm surprised there is a 3rd series to be honest. We are now in our world, set in the near future. The look and design is amazing along with the technology on show. Delores has gone rouge and is on her own personal mission... But is it to bring our world crashing down?
It's a confusing plot even for Westworld. It's lost something in the feel of the show now it has left the park. Still with some great scenes and great twists. It's only 8 episodes long compared to the usual 10. If you love the show you'll want to watch it, but might be better to watch it in just a few sittings to keep on track with the plot.
It's a confusing plot even for Westworld. It's lost something in the feel of the show now it has left the park. Still with some great scenes and great twists. It's only 8 episodes long compared to the usual 10. If you love the show you'll want to watch it, but might be better to watch it in just a few sittings to keep on track with the plot.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Wonder Woman 1984 (2020) in Movies
Aug 29, 2021
Not a great villian (1 more)
Story is not as good as the first film
Not Wonderful, but good
So finally available on Sky Cinema, missed this at the cinema due to lock down. I had high hopes after the first film was excellent and more like some of the better Marvel films. Often DC struggle to match them.
This was a fun film, I enjoyed the '84 setting there are a few good action scenes. Also Kristen Wiig had a fun character.
However it's a little way short of the first film. The villain wasn't that interesting, with a weak show down and the overall story wasn't as interesting. Some of the Sfx weren't up to the standard of the first film either. So not bad as an action film but not on a level with the original film.
This was a fun film, I enjoyed the '84 setting there are a few good action scenes. Also Kristen Wiig had a fun character.
However it's a little way short of the first film. The villain wasn't that interesting, with a weak show down and the overall story wasn't as interesting. Some of the Sfx weren't up to the standard of the first film either. So not bad as an action film but not on a level with the original film.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) in Movies
Apr 2, 2022 (Updated Apr 2, 2022)
Good cast (1 more)
SFX
I feel the need for...
Well I still remember getting my Sega Megadrive in the early 90's and Sonic the Hedgehog came with it. It was a truly fast, fun colourful game. Not exactly the type of game you'd expect a live action film version of. Glad they redesigned the look of Sonic to suit the game more.
It's a pretty fun, light family action film. The friendship between Sonic and Doughnut Lord (James Marsden) was done nicely. It's fairly amusing at times and even has some big budget effects that look cool. Jim Carrey was made for this type of role of Dr Robotnik.
Whether you played the games back in the day or just need a fun family film this is one everyone should enjoy. The sequel out soon looks pretty good as well.
It's a pretty fun, light family action film. The friendship between Sonic and Doughnut Lord (James Marsden) was done nicely. It's fairly amusing at times and even has some big budget effects that look cool. Jim Carrey was made for this type of role of Dr Robotnik.
Whether you played the games back in the day or just need a fun family film this is one everyone should enjoy. The sequel out soon looks pretty good as well.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Anon (2018) in Movies
May 12, 2018 (Updated May 12, 2018)
Ambitious Sci-Fi Thriller
A classy Neo-Noir detective Thriller. From the same director as @In Time (2011) @Gattaca (1997) This is set in the near future where Humans have a minds eye tech. They can record memories, or anything from their point of view, or even make a type of video call all through the "ether". A kind of online, cloud system for data.
The technology ideas are very impressive and clearly touch on current issues around personal data and privacy laws. Despite this it doesn't have a big blockbuster feel to the film. The Sfx are kept quite simple overall. The film does have a certain visual style to it, including some impressive sets and locations.
A very interesting film that touches on some current issues whilst also being an enjoyable thriller. Short of being excellent but possibly a future cult classic!
The technology ideas are very impressive and clearly touch on current issues around personal data and privacy laws. Despite this it doesn't have a big blockbuster feel to the film. The Sfx are kept quite simple overall. The film does have a certain visual style to it, including some impressive sets and locations.
A very interesting film that touches on some current issues whilst also being an enjoyable thriller. Short of being excellent but possibly a future cult classic!
Andy K (10823 KP) rated The War of the Worlds (1953) in Movies
Feb 21, 2019
One of the original sci fi classics!
Whenever I am in a bad mood (too often lately it seems) I reach back to a classic to lighten my mood. This one has always been one of my favorites.
The story is too familiar now of aliens landing in spaceships willing to vaporize anyone in their path. They seem to come from everywhere and want nothing other than to destroy all life on earth.
The Spielberg/Cruise version is good too in its own way; however, this is the one that started it all. I love the sounds of the lasers and the ships hovering and slowly creeping over the landscape frying the local townspeople.
A lot of the dialogue is corny and the SFX are obviously dated, but the film still has charm and delights you from beginning to end.
The story is too familiar now of aliens landing in spaceships willing to vaporize anyone in their path. They seem to come from everywhere and want nothing other than to destroy all life on earth.
The Spielberg/Cruise version is good too in its own way; however, this is the one that started it all. I love the sounds of the lasers and the ships hovering and slowly creeping over the landscape frying the local townspeople.
A lot of the dialogue is corny and the SFX are obviously dated, but the film still has charm and delights you from beginning to end.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) in Movies
Nov 1, 2019
Great action scenes (1 more)
Very good SFX
The sequel to T2 we have been waiting for!
The trailer alone got my hopes up and seeing James Cameron involved definitely made me think this could be a good Terminator film. T2 set very high standards that sadly the following Terminator films have failed to live up to in various levels.
Finally we have a film that feels like a true sequel to T2. Some old characters are back again, there are plenty of action packed scenes and crazy stunts with a bit of humour chucked in. In many ways it feels a bit like a retread of Judgement Day in terms of the plot. Though if it's not broke why fix it?
So finally we have the Terminator sequel we have all been waiting for. Check it out as who knows if Terminator will be back again.
Finally we have a film that feels like a true sequel to T2. Some old characters are back again, there are plenty of action packed scenes and crazy stunts with a bit of humour chucked in. In many ways it feels a bit like a retread of Judgement Day in terms of the plot. Though if it's not broke why fix it?
So finally we have the Terminator sequel we have all been waiting for. Check it out as who knows if Terminator will be back again.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) in Movies
Jul 2, 2019 (Updated Jul 2, 2019)
Great SFX (2 more)
Cool locations
Plenty of humour
An Amazing Spider-Man Film
I wasn't the biggest fan of Homecoming. It was a good film but lacked something to put it on the level of the best Marvel films. This however is definitely up there with the best of the them and one of the best Spider-man films. Coming so soon after Endgame and set a short while after those events it had a lot to live up to.
The action scenes are great as Spider-man leaves his neighbourhood and battles all over Europe. It still has plenty of funny lighthearted moments. It also deals with Spider-Man coming to terms of being a superhero and trying to have a normal teenage life. Overall another great Marvel film that's up with the best of them. Scenes after the animated credits and another after the final credits to wait for.
The action scenes are great as Spider-man leaves his neighbourhood and battles all over Europe. It still has plenty of funny lighthearted moments. It also deals with Spider-Man coming to terms of being a superhero and trying to have a normal teenage life. Overall another great Marvel film that's up with the best of them. Scenes after the animated credits and another after the final credits to wait for.
Daniel Boyd (1066 KP) rated Star Trek Beyond (2016) in Movies
Jul 19, 2017
Great villian (5 more)
Exciting
Well directed
Crew chemistry
SFX
Soundtrack
A thrillride all the way through
I have no idea why this movie opened to mixed reviews, as it is actually my favourite of the three reboot Star Trek Movies. All of the characters are great, the chemistry that is seen between the cast members due to the circumstances of the plot is fun and well written, the movie is exciting and very well directed by Justin Lin. The stakes are high and the villain is complex and a truly frightening threat. The special effects are beautiful, the tone and the soundtrack are refreshing and the script is well written. I came out of this one having enjoyed it way more than I thought I would going in. Also, it is full of Easter eggs and call backs for long time Trekkies, while also being easily accessible to anyone that isn’t familiar with the franchise.
YTUK (1117 KP) Dec 3, 2019