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    The LOOP

    The LOOP

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    Tabletop Game

    The LOOP is a quirky co-operative game in which you battle the evil Dr. Faux. Play a Temporal Agent...

    KORG iKaossilator

    KORG iKaossilator

    Music and Entertainment

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    App

    The inspiringly creative Kaossilator comes to iPhone! Korg has revolutionized the musical...

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RəX Regent (349 KP) rated Triangle (2009) in Movies

Mar 7, 2019  
Triangle (2009)
Triangle (2009)
2009 | Mystery
8
7.6 (15 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Warped
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This was an interesting, small budget Sci Fi/Horror flick. It is revealed at an early point during the story that this is primarily a time bending loop narrative, following a small group of people who board an apparently abandoned ocean liner after a storm.

There is some set up at the beginning which introduces the star, Melissa George as she makes her way to meet the rest of the group. Once they board the ship they are fighting for their lives, with varied levels of success and the a time loop takes hold.

This is a well told, acted and directed Twilight Zone episode that just about manages not to out stay it's welcome. The premise is simple but the execution is a little more complex and to an extent, this borders on contrived but overall this an effective thriller.

The twists and turns, though for the most part expected, are generally delivered well and there are certainly memorable moments. Recommended.
  
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Gareth von Kallenbach (962 KP) rated Happy Death Day (2017) in Movies

Jul 11, 2019  
Happy Death Day (2017)
Happy Death Day (2017)
2017 | Horror, Mystery, Thriller
7
6.9 (82 Ratings)
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Using familiar themes can be a risk. What we have seen in previous films that define a style, becomes cliché and bores the audience. Then there are times when movies turn the trope on its head and gives us a clever take on the familiar. Christopher Landon (Scout’s Guide To The Zombie Apocalypse) has directed a fun romp in suspense and horror. Yes, there is the blatant reference to Groundhog Day, but this film is definitely a homage to John Carpenter, the master of the genre.

We know from the trailer that this is a horror/suspense loop and there are expectations set in this type of film. The young, attractive, woman, stalked by an unknown, masked assailant with a penchant for cutlery. As we know, Tree (Jessica Rothe) gets killed repeatedly on her birthday. We know it’s a slasher flick, expecting to see lots of blood and gore. Putting the main character in a time loop is definitely a twist in the storytelling.

Using repetition in film can be a tricky, stalling the momentum of the film. There was a moment during where I wondered when the loop would end, creating the feeling of hopelessness. It is at that time where Tree’s through process shifts and we travel with her in this never ending day. It takes a few times in the loop for Tree’s character to become enlightened She does figure out that each return is a do-over, an opportunity to make different choices.

The film also tips it’s hat to the college/high school, mean girl movies and definitely a nod to John Hughes Sixteen Candles. It had humor, wit and clever character development, I certainly did not expect to enjoy the film as much as I did. I would definitely watch it again to catch all of the references.
  
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Elizabeth (1521 KP) rated Happy Death Day 2U (2019) in Movies

Jul 2, 2019  
Happy Death Day 2U (2019)
Happy Death Day 2U (2019)
2019 | Horror, Mystery
7
6.5 (36 Ratings)
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Gives explanation that was lacking in first movie (0 more)
This is not a serious edge of your seat scary movie. It is Groundhog's Day meets Scream. If you saw the first movie then you will appreciate that you get an explanation as to why there was a time loop to begin with. This movie isn't solely focused on the main character from the first movie and IMO is not quite as funny although it does still have some lol moments.
  
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Dean (6921 KP) rated Happy Death Day 2U (2019) in Movies

Feb 20, 2019  
Happy Death Day 2U (2019)
Happy Death Day 2U (2019)
2019 | Horror, Mystery
6
6.5 (36 Ratings)
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The same cast are back (0 more)
More of a SciFi element (0 more)
Deja Vu
I really enjoyed the first @Happy Death Day (2017) film which was a refreshing mix of Slasher meets Groundhog Day with a comic twist. This sequel is very similar, looks like it was filmed at the same time? This time round we have more of a SciFi theme to explain the time loop in both films. It's still fun but obviously not quite as original as the first offering. The whodunit element takes more of a back seat in this film.
Overall an enjoyable film but you really do need to see the first one before this. If you liked that then you won't mind the Deja Vu watching this.
  
    ABRSM Speedshifter

    ABRSM Speedshifter

    Music and Education

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    App

    Designed for musicians, Speedshifter is a practice tool that enables you to adjust the speed of any...