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Rashad Ernesto recommended The Battle of Algiers (1966) in Movies (curated)
Mr Renard (10 KP) rated Ready Player One in Books
Jul 25, 2017
Promising concept buried under clumsy craftsmanship
A great concept that should in theory be catnip to an 80s kid such as myself. However this is to pop culture junkies what Fifty Shades of Gray was to S&M enthusiasts: poorly written, drawn out fan fiction that is in dire need of a more competent editor.
The 80s pop culture references are so clumsily laid on, they lose any fun they may have held for me after the first chapter.
Sure, the author has done his research, but this reads as if it was written by a machine trying to approximate human emotion and interaction; technical pitches for gadgets yet to be commissioned in place of wit, story and heart.
Very disappointing.
The 80s pop culture references are so clumsily laid on, they lose any fun they may have held for me after the first chapter.
Sure, the author has done his research, but this reads as if it was written by a machine trying to approximate human emotion and interaction; technical pitches for gadgets yet to be commissioned in place of wit, story and heart.
Very disappointing.
Fayce McRobbie (19 KP) rated Out in Books
Aug 24, 2019
An exciting read (1 more)
An insight into another culture
A strong writing style and gripping story
Even though the story itself may seem far fetched, Kirino writes in a way that captures the bleakness and monotony of the women's lives and makes everything they feel, say and do seem so relatable and real that you don't question their motives or seemingly unrealistic decisions.
One of my favourite things about this book was portrayal of uncomfortable family dynamics and the odd state of limbo these women lived in, professionally and personally - something like looking into a window on another culture and generation.
It's a story that manages to be shocking, gruesome, almost inhuman but still somehow so comparable to our own world.
One of my favourite things about this book was portrayal of uncomfortable family dynamics and the odd state of limbo these women lived in, professionally and personally - something like looking into a window on another culture and generation.
It's a story that manages to be shocking, gruesome, almost inhuman but still somehow so comparable to our own world.
BookCritics (259 KP) rated Coming Up For Air in Books
Jun 22, 2017
It does an amazing job of showcasing what it takes to be an elite athlete, while also taking a closer look at today’s hook up culture. I loved every minute of it.
Critic- A Novel Glimpse
Original Score: 5 out of 5
Read Review: http://anovelglimpse.com/2017/05/09/review-coming-up-for-air-by-miranda-kenneally/
Original Score: 5 out of 5
Read Review: http://anovelglimpse.com/2017/05/09/review-coming-up-for-air-by-miranda-kenneally/
Peter G. (247 KP) rated Ghost Dog - The Way of the Samurai (2000) in Movies
Jun 5, 2019
Whittaker is very good in this mash up of Japanese culture meets Italian mob movie, it gives the impression that it is deep and it can be as we see ghost dog steeped in the code of the Japanese samurai, however the performance doesn't match the script that appears threadbare at times...great performance mind you!
Is there such a thing as a bad Calvin and Hobbes book? Not quite as many stories but some sharp looks at our culture that are still relevant 20 years later. And just plan plenty of laughs.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-homicidal-psycho-jungle-cat.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-homicidal-psycho-jungle-cat.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Sarah Betts (103 KP) rated The Trial of Lizzie Borden in Books
Dec 31, 2019
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and the publisher file in exchange for an honest review.
Cara Robertson dug really deep into the Borden trial. The details are exquisitely laid out from beginning to end. not only is this book a fascinating look at the trial itself but also the culture of the time.
Cara Robertson dug really deep into the Borden trial. The details are exquisitely laid out from beginning to end. not only is this book a fascinating look at the trial itself but also the culture of the time.
Entertainment Editor (1988 KP) rated The Little Drummer Girl in TV
Jan 16, 2019
The Little Drummer Girl, BBC1, review: a superbly tense climax to a dark and downbeat spy saga
Though not as glossy as The Night Manager, this adaptation proved John Le Carre is as good as anyone exploring the dark side of human nature
Read more at: https://inews.co.uk/culture/television/the-little-drummer-girl-bbc1-final-episode-review/
Read more at: https://inews.co.uk/culture/television/the-little-drummer-girl-bbc1-final-episode-review/
Mike Birbiglia recommended Metropolitan (1990) in Movies (curated)
