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Shaun Collins (3 KP) rated Script Doctor: The Inside Story of Doctor Who 1986-89 in Books
Jan 12, 2018
A wonderfully engaging, inside look behind the scenes of Doctor Who in the late 80s. Andrew Cartmel writes a fantastic peek at what was. Unfortunately the tone of the first half of the book is very matter of fact, chaotic production notes and bits of exchanged dialogue from the principles associated with the shows being produced. It's the second half of the book that contains the meaty stories and thoughts of what was trying to be accomplished and wether or not Mr. Cartmel thought they succeeded. While I miss the factoids in the second half of the book, I wish the first half was written with this kind of open honesty and optimism. Cartmel believed then (and now) that they were doing GOOD science fiction and GOOD Doctor Who at the time, and it's a joy to read his insights on the matter. (For the record, I agree with his assessment.) I just wish the tone of the book was constant throughout. If I were to be so bold, I'd suggest a special edition may be in order, to beef up and marry the two styles together.
Regardless, it's an entertaining read, and provides a rare look at a unique time in the shows history.
Regardless, it's an entertaining read, and provides a rare look at a unique time in the shows history.
Kevin Phillipson (10017 KP) rated Doctor Who - Season 18 in TV
Mar 19, 2019 (Updated Mar 20, 2019)
Tom baker (6 more)
Lala ward
Keeper of traken
Logopolis
Blu ray conversion
The master
New theme tune
Getting rid of k9 (2 more)
Meglos
Adric
Its the end but the moment has been prepared for
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Not the best 4 doctor sesaon but not the worst by any means i remember first seeing this when I was at the time wasn't impressed by the new look new titles new theme tune new costume for the doctor. At the time I didn't realise this would be to. Bakers last season.
And it shows in his performance thru out the 7 story's I didn't realise at the time of filming he was really ill and it shows as he gives a moodier performance thru out in my opinion some of his best performances. Some of the storys werent great but both keeper of traken and logopolis stand out for me especially bringing back the master back for the conclusion.
Overall I rate the season 7 but as this also rating the blu ray as well so I give a it 8 it has never looked so good even the bad story's have been too look good as a bonus u get k9 and company as well highly recommend it
And it shows in his performance thru out the 7 story's I didn't realise at the time of filming he was really ill and it shows as he gives a moodier performance thru out in my opinion some of his best performances. Some of the storys werent great but both keeper of traken and logopolis stand out for me especially bringing back the master back for the conclusion.
Overall I rate the season 7 but as this also rating the blu ray as well so I give a it 8 it has never looked so good even the bad story's have been too look good as a bonus u get k9 and company as well highly recommend it
MayDayReject (103 KP) rated Doctor Sleep (2019) in Movies
Nov 3, 2019
Acting (1 more)
Cinematography (including nods to The Shining)
Writing (1 more)
Attempts at recreating original scenes
A good film that does 'The Shining' proud. Sometimes sequals can lack luster but Doctor Sleep earns it's place along side it's predecessor. The soundtrack, cinematography and acting make the film very enjoyable to watch however the script is long winded and there are moments when you wish the film would 'get on with it' as it is a bit slow in some places. If you've got a spare few hours and like Stephan King films then it's worth seeing.
Kevin Phillipson (10017 KP) rated The Suicide Squad (2021) in Movies
Aug 1, 2021
Margot robbie (1 more)
Idris elba
Just watched out of the two suicide sqads this is probably the best of the two it's got one thing that's missing from the first one it's more violent and gory and it's got a shark played by sty stallone can't believe that last one. Of course harley quinn still there being my favourite character from the first one plus the return of Rick flag and amanda waller. And there's Peter Capadi channeling malcolm tucker instead of doctor who which was funny. anyway entertaining couple of hours
Deepak Chopra recommended Space, Time & Medicine in Books (curated)
Kevin Phillipson (10017 KP) rated Doctor Who - Season 13 in TV
Nov 21, 2021
Jodie whittaker (3 more)
John bishop
Mandip gill
Weeping angels
Too short (1 more)
The plots can get confusing
After four episodes I can definitely say this season is better than the previous two seasons and after tonights episode best episode of this season for starters making the weeping angels scary again and the cliff hanger wow. What surprised me the this season is the edition of John Bishop as a companion I'm used to being a comedian but so far acting wise he been good overall doctor who is getting after two average seasons
Clair (5 KP) rated After the Fire in Books
Sep 29, 2017
The second book based around a cult I've read so far this year. This one tells the story of Moonbeam, a 17 year old girl who lives in the Holy Church of the Lord's Legion. The story starts with the cult falling, people are dying and the Base is on fire. We then join Moon again in a psychiatric hospital where she is being seen by a doctor and we find out what has happened through a series of flashbacks. Events are shocking but it is a real page turner. I guessed the "secret" but it didn't spoil the book at all.
Micah Ulibarri (79 KP) rated Avengers: Infinity War (2018) in Movies
Apr 27, 2018
An extremely amazing film with an ending they tell you is gonna happen from the beginning, yet you don't believe it. Characters that get the most development are Thor, Vision, Scarlett Witch, Doctor Strange, Gamorra, Thanos, and the Hulk, which, when you think about it, is still quite a lot.
The ending makes you really feel like something has changed in the world. The acting is great. The special effects are really good. This is the first time I have ever noticed the score in a Marvel film. Go see it as soon as possible in theaters. This is an actual cultural event.
The ending makes you really feel like something has changed in the world. The acting is great. The special effects are really good. This is the first time I have ever noticed the score in a Marvel film. Go see it as soon as possible in theaters. This is an actual cultural event.
Matthew Krueger (10051 KP) rated Pet Sematary (1989) in Movies
Jun 27, 2019
Sometimes dead is better
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Pet sematary- is a good adaption of the novel by stephen king.
Doctor Louis Creed moves his family to Maine, where he meets a friendly local named Jud Crandall. After the Creeds' cat is accidentally killed, Crandall advises Louis to bury it in the ground near the old pet cemetery. The cat returns to life, its personality changed for the worse. When Louis' son, Gage, dies tragically, Louis decides to bury the boy's body in the same ground despite the warnings of Crandall and Louis' visions of a deceased patient.
Its haunted, terrorfying, scary and overall good.
Doctor Louis Creed moves his family to Maine, where he meets a friendly local named Jud Crandall. After the Creeds' cat is accidentally killed, Crandall advises Louis to bury it in the ground near the old pet cemetery. The cat returns to life, its personality changed for the worse. When Louis' son, Gage, dies tragically, Louis decides to bury the boy's body in the same ground despite the warnings of Crandall and Louis' visions of a deceased patient.
Its haunted, terrorfying, scary and overall good.
Just as good the 2nd time around, this forms the first part of 2. Difficult to review them separately, other than to say Nick Briggs has managed to pick up these little threads from so many other Doctor Who tales over the years and weave them together into a stunning story. Paul McGann and Sheridan Smith crush it (as usual)... and then you get to that cliffhanger...
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