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tonidavis (353 KP) rated Before I Fall in Books
Jul 7, 2017
Before i watch the film on Netflix today
This is a great High school story what would you do different if you had only one day. I loved the concept and the execution was brilliant. This book has just been made into a film and finally on Netfix today. Personally I cant wait to see if they have done it justice. I hope so film review will be up in a day or two. As a whole im a fan of Lauren Oliver I love Replica having two stories in one book where you had to flip the book to read the others story was amazing. Delirium I had a harder time getting into purely because i had read Matched the day before and the story and characters where so similar it was hard to differentiate between the two. However Before I fall is my favorite of all her stories.
Veronica Pena (690 KP) rated Freedom Writers (2007) in Movies
Apr 5, 2020 (Updated Oct 1, 2021)
This film is one of those movies that motivates you to do whatever you want, in your wildest dreams. Hilary Swank plays Erin Gruwell who is a fighter, a dreamer, relentless, a lover, a great teacher.
This story is incredible. I want to read the book. I want to meet these kids, I want to meet Erin Gruwell, that's how good this film is. It will tug at your heartstrings, it will leave you in awe, it will make you cry (or at least tear up). I loved everything about this film and I want to watch it a million times over. I cannot recommend this film enough. I would scream it from the tallest rooftop if I could, but alas, we're in quarantine so Smashbomb will have to do.
This story is incredible. I want to read the book. I want to meet these kids, I want to meet Erin Gruwell, that's how good this film is. It will tug at your heartstrings, it will leave you in awe, it will make you cry (or at least tear up). I loved everything about this film and I want to watch it a million times over. I cannot recommend this film enough. I would scream it from the tallest rooftop if I could, but alas, we're in quarantine so Smashbomb will have to do.
MissCagey (2652 KP) rated The Snowman (2017) in Movies
Jan 10, 2019
I haven't read the book so cannot compare but when I saw that it was an adaptation from a Jo Nesbo book I was hopeful it was going to be good. The start of the film piqued my interest but it was downhill from thereon. I found it confusing and guessed who the killer would turn out to be. Disappointing.
If you think that this is just going to be a written version of rocketman think again. The film was great, this book was amazing.
I've always appreciated a lot of Elton John's music but I would never have described myself as a huge fan but after this book I can safely say I am now a fan!
This book has made me laugh, cry and feel disgusted but I would recommend it to everyone! Best book I've read all year!!
I've always appreciated a lot of Elton John's music but I would never have described myself as a huge fan but after this book I can safely say I am now a fan!
This book has made me laugh, cry and feel disgusted but I would recommend it to everyone! Best book I've read all year!!
Sarah (7799 KP) rated The Martian (2015) in Movies
Aug 6, 2017
Great film
This is Ridley Scott's best film in years. Considering it's about one man stranded on Mars, it's surprisingly interesting, full of humour and intrigue. Matt Damon puts in a great performance holding a lot of the film on his own, although the supporting cast are fantastic too. It has a really good soundtrack and is also very close to the original book by Andy Weir. One of the best films of 2015.
Paige (277 KP) rated Alien Abduction (2014) in Movies
Nov 15, 2018 (Updated Nov 15, 2018)
Reference to The Blue Book. (2 more)
Reference to The Brown Mountain Lights.
Character Development.
Alien Abduction (2014).
Alien Abduction (2014) is highly recommended. ✔
Initially, Alien Abduction (2014) can be perceived as slow with little action. However, reference to The Blue Book and the visual depiction of The Brown Mountain Lights promptly obtains the attention of its viewers.
To elaborate on this, reference to The Blue Book and The Brown Mountain Lights is indicative of the extent to which this film refers to factual occurrences and governmental intervention, which also contributes towards engaging those whom watch Alien Abduction (2014).
Initially, Alien Abduction (2014) can be perceived as slow with little action. However, reference to The Blue Book and the visual depiction of The Brown Mountain Lights promptly obtains the attention of its viewers.
To elaborate on this, reference to The Blue Book and The Brown Mountain Lights is indicative of the extent to which this film refers to factual occurrences and governmental intervention, which also contributes towards engaging those whom watch Alien Abduction (2014).
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Film Bodies: Queer Feminist Encounters with Gender and Sexuality in Cinema
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The representation of gender and sexuality is well-explored territory in film studies. In Film...
Erika (17789 KP) rated The Woman in Black in Books
Oct 26, 2019
I initially read this book so I could watch the film with Daniel Radcliffe. Let's just say... I never need to see that film, this book was enough.
The novel was atmospheric, and well written. When I finally reached the end, I told myself, whew, that wasn't that scary!
Then, the end. It caught me off guard, and it still creeps me out to this day. From what I understand, it's different from the movie. This novel is definitely worth the read, and isn't that long, from what I remember.
The novel was atmospheric, and well written. When I finally reached the end, I told myself, whew, that wasn't that scary!
Then, the end. It caught me off guard, and it still creeps me out to this day. From what I understand, it's different from the movie. This novel is definitely worth the read, and isn't that long, from what I remember.
Erika (17789 KP) rated High-Rise (2016) in Movies
Aug 26, 2017
Life in a high-rise tower falls into chaos after frequent power outages create a clash between the classes. The film was based upon the book by the same name by JG Ballard. There were obvious differences from book to movie, but the changes made sense. Tom Hiddleston did a good job as Laing, and Luke Evans was savage as Wilder. The score of the film set the perfect tone, and Portishead's cover of SOS was on point.
KatieLouCreate (162 KP) rated Matilda in Books
Jun 13, 2018
A Sweet Little Book
I've just finished reading this as part of my Bucket List on Books to Read on my blog. You can check out more about that here:
https://katieloucreateblog.wordpress.com/2018/02/23/what-i-am-reading-and-what-i-want-to-read-3/
I promised myself to not only read something of Roald Dahl, but to read Matilda. I loved watching the film as a child and it was Madilta's love for books and reading that made me want to pick up books and read too. And I have found no greater happiness than reading and discovering new books.
Because of this, it is hard for me to dislike the book the film was inspired by. I wanted to read the books to see if and how they differ from the film. The answer? The are pretty similar. There are only a few differences that I don't really mind.
The story is a beautiful story for children, well written, with lovely pictures and definitions to help the developing mind.
Unfortunately, I did hype myself up for reading this book. Because I loved the film so much, I wanted to love the book just as much, if not more. Alas, this is there I failed. Although I enjoyed reading the book, it did not wholly meet my expectations. There was just something missing. I think it might have been the ending. It felt a little rushed and under-developed. But that is just my opinion.
Overall, I enjoyed reading the book. A nice quick little read that is great for all ages.
https://katieloucreateblog.wordpress.com/2018/02/23/what-i-am-reading-and-what-i-want-to-read-3/
I promised myself to not only read something of Roald Dahl, but to read Matilda. I loved watching the film as a child and it was Madilta's love for books and reading that made me want to pick up books and read too. And I have found no greater happiness than reading and discovering new books.
Because of this, it is hard for me to dislike the book the film was inspired by. I wanted to read the books to see if and how they differ from the film. The answer? The are pretty similar. There are only a few differences that I don't really mind.
The story is a beautiful story for children, well written, with lovely pictures and definitions to help the developing mind.
Unfortunately, I did hype myself up for reading this book. Because I loved the film so much, I wanted to love the book just as much, if not more. Alas, this is there I failed. Although I enjoyed reading the book, it did not wholly meet my expectations. There was just something missing. I think it might have been the ending. It felt a little rushed and under-developed. But that is just my opinion.
Overall, I enjoyed reading the book. A nice quick little read that is great for all ages.