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Haley Mathiot (9 KP) rated How to Make White People Laugh in Books
Apr 27, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. It was clever and hilarious, and there were lots of great stories. Farsad brought a lot of heavy topics to the table, but in a way that showed the problem without pointing fingers and hating. I laughed the whole time and really enjoyed myself. Farsad referenced her documentary and comedy show The Muslims Are Coming quite a bit. I have totally added it to my To-Watch list. See the trailer below. - See more at: http://www.thelifeandlies.com/2016/07/how-to-make-white-people-laugh.html#sthash.2hEUhgFJ.dpuf
Erika (17789 KP) rated Dopesick : Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company that Addicted America in Books
Mar 20, 2019 (Updated Mar 20, 2019)
This book was a heavy read, and I was upset after I finished it for a few days. While the 'opioid epidemic' may seem strange outside of the US, and even where I live, because it's not as bad as the region that this book covered.
This journalist interviewed people that were involved in all aspects of OUD (opioid use disorder), from the people that have OUD, their families, and numerous doctors and counselors. It's a very comprehensive look at the whole situation. It was very haunting, and tragic.
This journalist interviewed people that were involved in all aspects of OUD (opioid use disorder), from the people that have OUD, their families, and numerous doctors and counselors. It's a very comprehensive look at the whole situation. It was very haunting, and tragic.
Dana (24 KP) rated Siege and Storm in Books
Mar 23, 2018
I need the next book now. The development of Alina and the other characters was beautifully written. I loved that the story was taken out of Ravka and we got to explore more of the country. I also loved how we learned more about the politics of this country. I found new characters to love and I am so happy about that. The more heavy scenes made my heart hurt as much as the light hearted scenes made me exuberant. An amazingly written novel. I would definitely recommend this to my friends!
Andy K (10826 KP) rated Hard Candy (2005) in Movies
Jun 9, 2018
Weirdly interesting
Kind of hard to describe details of this film without giving things away.
Patrick Wilson and Ellen Page are mesmerizing both playing deeply flawed characters in this very interesting film. The movie will make you cry, wince, cringe and be disgusted all at the same time and different emotions throughout as you try and figure out character motives and backstories.
I enjoy a thriller you can't figure out, and this one definitely foots the bill. The heavy plot is not for everyone so be warned.
Patrick Wilson and Ellen Page are mesmerizing both playing deeply flawed characters in this very interesting film. The movie will make you cry, wince, cringe and be disgusted all at the same time and different emotions throughout as you try and figure out character motives and backstories.
I enjoy a thriller you can't figure out, and this one definitely foots the bill. The heavy plot is not for everyone so be warned.
ashezbookz (32 KP) rated Love & Gelato in Books
Jul 5, 2018
Oh my gosh ! what an adorable book - but a bit heavy on the content too - Lina was a strong presence to read about and Ren was just a cutie - I thought their "drama" was a bit overdone an it could have gone without but hey, a book needs a bit of something something to make it a bit more - then again, the whole Lina situation was drama in itself so I think it would have been good either way - also, I think this book would make a spectacular movie!
Vegas (725 KP) rated Murder on the Orient Express (2017) in Movies
Sep 5, 2018
Story (1 more)
Cast
Slow in places (1 more)
Poirots moustache
Good remake of a classic
An enjoyable, if a little slow at times, star heavy adaptation of the Agatha Christie story - set on the Orient Express.
As good to watch as the original version with the cast making the most of limited screen time each, we may know the outcome of the story, but,even knowing that, the film doesn't disappoint, and Kenneth Branagh with his bizarre moustache fitting in well as Poirot, a role, I'm sure most people wouldn't have been able to see him playing.
As good to watch as the original version with the cast making the most of limited screen time each, we may know the outcome of the story, but,even knowing that, the film doesn't disappoint, and Kenneth Branagh with his bizarre moustache fitting in well as Poirot, a role, I'm sure most people wouldn't have been able to see him playing.
Cumberland (1142 KP) rated Second Act (2018) in Movies
Jan 12, 2019
A Good Mix
This movie was a great mix of funny and serious. Maya was an awesome character that you really wanted to see succeed even if she didn't go about it in a traditional way. For me the thing that really made this movie great were Maya's friends. All of them were hilarious, and it was nice to see such a strong group. They did a great job of mixing serious moments in without making this movie to heavy. I would highly suggest this if you are looking for something fun to watch.
Dork_knight74 (881 KP) rated Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016) in Movies
Jun 23, 2019
Better
This prequel turned out much better than the original. The acting and cinematography were spot on and the story unfolded much cleaner. There's plenty of "creep" factor in this one. Not heavy on jump scares but the creatures and effects were pretty cool. Watching the other one will make it so you kind of know what will happen but it doesn't take away from the entertainment value at all. The good news is you don't have to see the original to enjoy this one. It's a good stand alone film. Worth a watch!
James Koppert (2698 KP) rated We Are The Romans by Botch in Music
Oct 30, 2019
One of the greatest of all time
We Are The Romans is simply one of the greatest albums of all time. Period. Their second studio album Botch took it up a notch. It's like discordant emo if it had only listened to Coalesce and took steroids. It's incredibly heavy but also beautiful. It's hard without being macho, it's orchestral without being over the top. I can listen to this album over and over again and never get bored, just constantly absorb the emotion it gives me. An incredible album.
Peter G. (247 KP) rated Hellraiser (1987) in Movies
Oct 30, 2019
The Lament Configuration, that little box of pain and misfortune along with the cenobites had me at hello back in the day when this was released as it satisfied my horror fix and was certified X rated, which could be seen as a little heavy handed nowadays.
This film explores many subjects including sadism and sex and Clive Barker interweaves these wonderfully with gore and creepiness and pinhead the leader of the cenobites became a cult character that helped spawn many sequels, although I hear they never reach the heights of this classic.
This film explores many subjects including sadism and sex and Clive Barker interweaves these wonderfully with gore and creepiness and pinhead the leader of the cenobites became a cult character that helped spawn many sequels, although I hear they never reach the heights of this classic.