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Joe Julians (221 KP) rated Breaking In (2018) (2018) in Movies
Jun 20, 2018
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A sometimes effective home invasion thriller, Breaking In gets by on the strength of Gabrielle Union who delivers a powerhouse performance out of a script that needed more work. Billy Burke is the best of the bunch when it comes to the villains, but this is largely a movie that deserved to be better than it ended up.
A sometimes effective home invasion thriller, Breaking In gets by on the strength of Gabrielle Union who delivers a powerhouse performance out of a script that needed more work. Billy Burke is the best of the bunch when it comes to the villains, but this is largely a movie that deserved to be better than it ended up.
Jo (37 KP) rated The Glass Magician (The Paper Magician Trilogy, #2) in Books
Oct 6, 2018
I do have some issues with the story line -in both this and the first book, most especially with the rather poor fleshing of the villains. However, these books are really well-written and have a great flow which kept me turning the pages. They make for an enjoyable, easy read and provided a much appreciated break from reality. Thumbs up and on the next one.
Tim Steinruck (5 KP) rated Avengers: Infinity War (2018) in Movies
Jul 28, 2019
In my opinion, I thought it turned out really good, It had all the action, the tearjerker, and some humor, there was a couple things that I think could have been done differently or just done in general to add into the story, like more background on the villains. Overall it was really good, I'd watch it again for sure and I'd recommend it to anyone!
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2072 KP) rated Hostage in Books
Mar 9, 2018
After a convenience store robbery goes wrong, the villains take a family hostage in their own home. Unfortunately, the family has secrets that will create a nightmare for all involved. The twist on the hostage drama started out good, but it fell apart in the end when it got completely unbelievable.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-hostage-by-robert-crais.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-hostage-by-robert-crais.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Kristy H (1252 KP) rated Cranberry Christmas (2020) in Movies
Nov 7, 2020
Mediocre as Hallmark Christmas movies go. No real chemistry between the main couple nor urgency to the plot. I did enjoy the fact that there was just one couple (estranged) so no side villains to keep an eye on. It was definitely going for a Chip & Joanna "Fixer Upper" vibe with their main cast, who started their own company. Held my attention while working, but wasn't anything special.
Mike Carlson (115 KP) rated Marvel's Iron Fist - Season 1 in TV
Mar 16, 2018
Rand vs. Hand
This show isn't nearly as bad as I had heard. It does have its moments, though.
Throughout the season, Danny Rand swings between two opposing mentalities. He's either moving forward in self-righteous pursuit (one born of being the Iron Fist) or wracked by crippling doubt (which happens whenever he's proven, or told, that he is wrong). That, combined with a shell game of villains, makes this show a little more difficult than the others (Netflix/MARVEL) to concentrate on. I found myself easily distracted while viewing at times.
On the plus side, the action was decent. The villains were good, as numerous as they were (it's almost like they took their turns), and even some of the featured Hand fighters offered promise. There were a couple that I wished had bigger roles than just set-piece obstacles.
All in all, it was entertaining. Hopefully a second season will offer a more captivating story.
Throughout the season, Danny Rand swings between two opposing mentalities. He's either moving forward in self-righteous pursuit (one born of being the Iron Fist) or wracked by crippling doubt (which happens whenever he's proven, or told, that he is wrong). That, combined with a shell game of villains, makes this show a little more difficult than the others (Netflix/MARVEL) to concentrate on. I found myself easily distracted while viewing at times.
On the plus side, the action was decent. The villains were good, as numerous as they were (it's almost like they took their turns), and even some of the featured Hand fighters offered promise. There were a couple that I wished had bigger roles than just set-piece obstacles.
All in all, it was entertaining. Hopefully a second season will offer a more captivating story.
When a neighbor's child is kidnapped on Halloween, it starts FBI agent Chris Miller on the trail of a terrorist attack planned for Thanksgiving. I got really caught up in this excellent thriller and had a hard time putting it down. The only warning here is the epithets used by the villains.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-hell-for-holidays-by-chris.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-hell-for-holidays-by-chris.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Tony Williams (1 KP) rated Black Lightning in TV
Feb 17, 2018
So much more than i expected
I didn't expect a great deal from this show but I'm delightex to say i was completely wrong. The show comes across as totaly convincing with strong performances from all the cast. Jefferson doesn't look the superhero but as soon as the costume goes on he IS Black Lightning. Nice to have a show with down to earth villains rather than wannabe world conquerors.
Lauren Louise Reynolds (45 KP) rated Vicious in Books
Aug 14, 2018 (Updated Aug 14, 2018)
Interesting characters (2 more)
Amazing writing style
Superheroes? Or villains?
Dark and delicious
Schwab does it again with a dark and delicious unique story.
If you like creepy superpowers and questioning morals this is for you!
I loved how it switched to different times, both past and present and between different characters backgrounds, all while not being confusing, to create a complete and interesting story.
I really wish it came with illustrations comic book style
If you like creepy superpowers and questioning morals this is for you!
I loved how it switched to different times, both past and present and between different characters backgrounds, all while not being confusing, to create a complete and interesting story.
I really wish it came with illustrations comic book style
Richard Kearney (93 KP) rated X-Men: Dark Phoenix (2019) in Movies
Jun 21, 2019
Fox mess it up again!! If you watched this without knowing the dark Phoenix saga you would've been confused! Some villains not clear where they come from! Characters in the film just because the actors are contracted no real reason for a few of them! Action was disappointing weirdly found the make up on Jean grey was distracting (never had that before!!) Some new mutants might as well have been wearing red jumpers!!