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Awix (3310 KP) rated The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957) in Movies
Mar 14, 2018
The Jack Arnold SF B-movie that was always critically acceptable eschews schlocky thrills, mostly, for a more psychologically resonant drama. Plot sounds daft - businessman gets caught in radioactive cloud, starts to have trouble with his shoe size - but the treatment is absolutely serious.
Film manages to make trying to avoid being eaten by your cat or a passing spider seem like a genuinely deadly struggle, but it is just as much about the psychological effects of the main character's transformation as he struggles to maintain his sense of self-worth (size matters, if you know what I mean). The actual ending is somewhat obscure transcendental bibble-bobble, but this is a typically solid Arnold movie which is unusually open about its serious subtext.
Film manages to make trying to avoid being eaten by your cat or a passing spider seem like a genuinely deadly struggle, but it is just as much about the psychological effects of the main character's transformation as he struggles to maintain his sense of self-worth (size matters, if you know what I mean). The actual ending is somewhat obscure transcendental bibble-bobble, but this is a typically solid Arnold movie which is unusually open about its serious subtext.
Mike Carlson (115 KP) rated The Amazing Spider-Man: The Gauntlet - Juggernaut in Books
Mar 24, 2018
The main reason for this collection is a good 3 issue story featuring a new Captain Universe trying to eliminate the Juggernaut. This is a follow-up to a 2 issue Spider-Man/Juggernaut story from 1982 (which is also included).
I really like it when stories deal with the aftermath of events, especially when the events seem inconsequential. There was no hint that anything in the original tale could have devastating effects, but the new story revealed and dealt with the repercussions very well. Being superheroes, all actions should cause reaction.
Lastly, or firstly since it leads the charge, there is a single issue story about a new Scorpion. The SHIELD tech that makes Spidey lose his powers was interesting. Entertaining, but not remarkable.
I really like it when stories deal with the aftermath of events, especially when the events seem inconsequential. There was no hint that anything in the original tale could have devastating effects, but the new story revealed and dealt with the repercussions very well. Being superheroes, all actions should cause reaction.
Lastly, or firstly since it leads the charge, there is a single issue story about a new Scorpion. The SHIELD tech that makes Spidey lose his powers was interesting. Entertaining, but not remarkable.
Andy K (10823 KP) rated Big Trouble in Little China (1986) in Movies
Jun 26, 2018
Can't get much more 80's than this!
In my experience, few films have had such a different range of reviews by gender than this film. Most women I know utterly hate everything about this goofy 80s campfest starring Kurt Russell at his best while men seem to eat up all the cheesy one liners and mediocre story and visual effects.
I watch this movie a lot when I was a teenager.When revisiting it as an adult, I can see why some people can't get into it as it does look dated now, but it will always be a guilty pleasure for me.
What a perfect blend of comedy, action, romance, sci-fi and fantasy all rolled into one.
I watch this movie a lot when I was a teenager.When revisiting it as an adult, I can see why some people can't get into it as it does look dated now, but it will always be a guilty pleasure for me.
What a perfect blend of comedy, action, romance, sci-fi and fantasy all rolled into one.
T Money (11 KP) rated Tau (2018) in Movies
Jul 6, 2018
Just bad
Just really bad. I stayed watching cause the basic premise s interesting. I get that this is not a AAA, big budget title, but it just doesn't get anything right. It tries to be a B movie slasher pic, but "violence" mostly takes place off screen. The plot has giant gaping holes, such as why on earth is this skanky night club pick pocketer suddenly like MacGyver? Nothing any of the characters say is believable, both because of the things they say and because they are horrible actors. Nor is this movie so bad it's good, a la Sharknado. Life is too short to watch garbage like this.
Roxanne (13 KP) rated Baby Beep! Beep! (Fun flaps) in Books
Nov 14, 2018
This is such a cute book! My baby girl is almost 3 months old and she loves to look at the really colourful pages full of different kinds of shapes. The book is like a mini guessing game as you have to guess what kind of vehicles are hiding behind the flaps. I like that this hardcover book is so sturdy so I imagine that it will last well as she grows. I also like the little sound effects which are written next to each vehicle so you can amuse your little one by making lots of silly noises.
When my baby looks at this she literally drools with excitement and so i'm going to give this one 5 stars as I can't fault it.
When my baby looks at this she literally drools with excitement and so i'm going to give this one 5 stars as I can't fault it.
ClareR (5879 KP) rated Frankenstein in Books
Jun 23, 2019 (Updated Jun 23, 2019)
What will people think of the books published in 2019 in 2119, I wonder? This scared readers when it was originally released, but I think we've become immune to the effects of this particular book - Frankenstein has been made into so many films over the years, and the story has been manipulated and changed so much, that when I started to read this, I didn't even know HOW the story was going to go! And I've read it before (I was a teenager, and that *might* have been a while ago). I'm glad I read it again, though. Mary Shelley must have really set the cat amongst the pigeons with this subject matter though - and by the fact that she was female (shock, horror!!).
Sarah (7800 KP) rated Gremlins (1984) in Movies
Dec 24, 2019
Brilliant
I appear to be having a bit of a run on Joe Dante films at the moment, but it would be rude not to watch Gremlins over Christmas.
This film is so much fun from start to finish. It's everything you'd want and more from a Christmas horror film - laughs, some festive christmas spirit and a whole host of gremlin gore and wacky deaths. Considering this was made in 1984 the special effects with the Gremlins are surprisingly impressive and very inventive. The scenarios that they get themselves into are hilarious. Admittedly considering it's now 35 years old there are parts that look a little dated, but overall this is such a brilliant and entertaining film and definitely a classic at Christmas.
This film is so much fun from start to finish. It's everything you'd want and more from a Christmas horror film - laughs, some festive christmas spirit and a whole host of gremlin gore and wacky deaths. Considering this was made in 1984 the special effects with the Gremlins are surprisingly impressive and very inventive. The scenarios that they get themselves into are hilarious. Admittedly considering it's now 35 years old there are parts that look a little dated, but overall this is such a brilliant and entertaining film and definitely a classic at Christmas.
Movie Metropolis (309 KP) rated Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) in Movies
Jul 7, 2019
Tom Holland (2 more)
Jake Gyllenhaal
Teenage romantic subplot
Spider-Man: Far From Home is another slam dunk for Tom Holland’s web-slinger. With a script that perfectly balances humour and emotion, it may be the funniest MCU film yet, this is a film with massive re-watch value with lots of nostalgia and a fabulous cast. Nevertheless, the dodgy special effects do pull you out of the illusion at times and that just stops it from achieving a perfect five stars.
Stick around for two post-credit sequences in Spider-Man: Far From Home.
Read the full review: https://moviemetropolis.net/2019/07/05/spider-man-far-from-home-review-marvels-phase-3-comes-to-a-melancholic-end/
Stick around for two post-credit sequences in Spider-Man: Far From Home.
Read the full review: https://moviemetropolis.net/2019/07/05/spider-man-far-from-home-review-marvels-phase-3-comes-to-a-melancholic-end/
Dork_knight74 (881 KP) rated Freaks (2018) in Movies
Jan 11, 2020
Excellent
Wasn't sure what to expect from this one but it turned out to be REALLY good. I won't give too much away but if you're into any kind of movies that have people with special abilities you'll enjoy this story. Think "Firestarter" on steroids.The acting was well done and the cinematography and effects were too. The story itself, while a little bit slow paced at first gradually grows more intense and powerful. The little girl was excellent in her role. By the end I was on the edge of my seat(even though it was a little predictable). And, although it kind of left it open for a sequel, I'm not holding that against Hollywood in this one, cause Id watch it. REALLY worth a watch.
Lee KM Pallatina (951 KP) rated Hitman (2007) in Movies
Apr 13, 2020
Almost perfect
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Based on the world wide videogame franchise phenomenon, Hitman follows a highly trained silent assassin, known only as Agent 47, who after learning of a plot against him possibly stemming from his organizations HQ, he is quickly thrown into a game of cat and mouse with interpol agent's quickly closing in on him.
Timothy Olyphant stars as Agent 47 in this barrel blazing, hardcore action/thriller story of violent retribution.
Fantastic stunt action, edge of your seat combat sequences & superb special effects.
Actually considered the worst of the two (unless you've actually seen both, then ya know better) this is one of the closest I've seen to a perfect videogame movie adaptation.
Timothy Olyphant stars as Agent 47 in this barrel blazing, hardcore action/thriller story of violent retribution.
Fantastic stunt action, edge of your seat combat sequences & superb special effects.
Actually considered the worst of the two (unless you've actually seen both, then ya know better) this is one of the closest I've seen to a perfect videogame movie adaptation.