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Ghost in the Shell (2017)
Ghost in the Shell (2017)
2017 | Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
The Effects (2 more)
The Way Characters Are Built
The Imagery Of The City
Didnt Line Up With The Original Film (1 more)
The Main Character Had More Of A Blank Stare Than I Would Of Liked
The Ghost Never Really Came Out Her Shell, But She Showed Us A Great Time In The Shell
I do like this film, i would not rush to watch it again however. I feel this is a one time watch enjoyment, not the kind of film you can watch on repeat.
It was very dramatic and powerful with great scenes, but something was missing.
  
The Physics of the Dead
The Physics of the Dead
Luke Smitherd | 2011 | Science Fiction/Fantasy
8
9.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
A Kafkaesque bittersweet ghost story
For a first novel, Luke Smitherd has done himself justice bringing together classic existentialism, quite literally, with a touch of magical realism. An incredibly interesting concept discussing the in between phase of purgatory and reincarnation and how as humans, we cease to function without the basic notion of togetherness wrapped up in as easy to follow narrative.

While there were a few holes in terms of lack of character development for the the few people in the plot, the author performed his book well and it held together in the end.
  
The Thirteenth Tale
The Thirteenth Tale
Diane Setterfield | 2006 | Fiction & Poetry
4
8.0 (7 Ratings)
Book Rating
After reading Setterfield's @Bellman & Black, I was excited to read this novel. I was so completely disappointed. I HATE Flowers in the Attic type crap, and I nearly stopped reading. I have no idea why the trope of incest is still used, but it's annoying and so pedestrian.
The Gothic ghost-story is what I stayed for, but, then again, anti-climactic. The whole twin thing started to grate on my nerves, I get that it was a big part of the book, but the main character doesn't have to mention it every single time she narrates.
  
The Haunting of Hill House- Season 1
The Haunting of Hill House- Season 1
2018 | Horror
I have been binge watching this with my mom and we both love the show. I'd heard from a few friends that the pacing is too slow and while I can see what they're talking about, I don't agree. I find the flashbacks and the ghost easter eggs as well as the ways the storylines are being brought together to be very satisfying. I really like that while it has them, it doesn't rely on jumpscares. The acting is hit or miss, but the main cast are all very talented. I would definitely recommend watching it, especially if you prefer old school horror.
  
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Dean (6927 KP) rated Deception (2008) in Movies

Apr 30, 2019  
Deception (2008)
Deception (2008)
2008 | Action, Mystery
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Movie Rating
An very good cast, a good idea but a poor-ish execution only make this an ok thriller. I had high hopes for a lot more but the title alone really gives any idea of a twist away right from the start which was annoying. Hugh Jackman was very good in his role I thought and there are some appearances from Natasha Henstridge (Species, Ghost of Mars) and Maggie Q (Die Hard 4). However it is all too straight forward to work out if you have seen any decent thriller before. Ok for a look but nothing special, you might prefer Derailed instead.
  
This book did not disappoint in any way. It was just amazing as the two others in this series. The Castle Lighthouse and The Fakerville Power Station were catching as the third installment.

The Font family consist of Edgar, Audrey and Garrett Font. The Fonts get a mysterious package delivered to them. They encounter a young ghost, who strongly needs their help. They must piece together clues and break the ancient spell. If they fail, they could be trapped forever. They meet up with an unexpected foe of Edgar. Can the Fonts break the spell and find the treasure? I strongly recommend it.
  
Beyond the Darkness
Beyond the Darkness
Society & Culture
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Podcast Rating
Dave and Tim - the hosts (2 more)
The content
the guests
I want more a week! (0 more)
Thought provoking and sometimes scary as hell!
I love this podcast. Paranormal investigators, Dave and Tim talk over all topics from ghost to aliens, cryptids and everything in between. Weekly they do a Supernatural News and Parashare episode that is one of the highlights of my podcast feed. Other episodes are very topic driven and guest driven. Make sure you give it at least 3 episodes to decide if you like it or not.

Limited, personalized commercials keep them on the air. Or you can join with Patreon.
  
The Secret of Marrowbone (2018)
The Secret of Marrowbone (2018)
2018 | Drama, Horror, Thriller
6
6.0 (6 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Good acting (1 more)
Enjoyable watch
Misleading tag line on trailer (0 more)
Some secret won't remain buried....because you need to bury them.
A mother and her four kids emigrate from the United Kingdom to America to escape her evil husband. Sadly the mother dies shortly after moving and the kids fend for themselves, keeping it secret she's gone.

The father finds them, but they fend him off....but a ghost seems to be bothering them.

It was an interesting movie to watch and I have to admit I didn't see the twist coming....I think the tagline was quite misleading though.
  
Cosmic Ghost Rider
Cosmic Ghost Rider
Donny Cates | 2018 | Comics & Graphic Novels
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
one of the most fun and fresh changes to the punisher character in a long time (0 more)
not really a fan of baby thanos (0 more)
Contains spoilers, click to show
ripped right from the pages of thanos rising comes a stand alone series featuring the popular supporting character frank castle once known as the punisher now the cosmic ghost rider when king thanos was defeated frank died again but was given a second chance by odin now he must travel back in time in a attempt to guide a baby thano down a righteous path i am not making this up i promise
  
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Dean (6927 KP) rated The Nun (2018) in Movies

Sep 12, 2018  
The Nun (2018)
The Nun (2018)
2018 | Horror
Jump scares (0 more)
A decent film
I was really looking forward to this after watching @The Conjuring 2 (2016) which was genuinely creepy. Which introduced us to the Nun character. Unfortunately this doesn't quite create the same atmosphere of that film. Mainly going for jump scares. Which for me were predictable, the guy next to me jumped quite a bit though.
It was still an enjoyable film and links nicely to the Conjuring universe. Maybe if it was an 18 rating it would be scarier and less like a ghost story. Overall a good back story if a slightly missed opportunity.