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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
The Marinated Meeple (1848 KP) rated The Shining (1980) in Movies
May 10, 2018
the visual tricks to keep you feeling unsettled (1 more)
So much nightmare worthy material
The Shining is a masterpiece is a lot of ways, Stanly Kubrick is Amazing
an Iconic Film. A must for the Horror fan. I highly recommend seeing the documentary on the visual tricks the film used, like the layout of the building and how it's impossible to actually be the way it is. Plus here's a alternate movie poster from Tom Whalen, one of my favorite movie poster creators.
Whatchareadin (174 KP) rated Barack and Michelle: Portrait of an American Marriage in Books
May 10, 2018
I learned a lot about the Obama's from this book. I think the book is an inspiration to anyone who has big dreams...if you set your mind to it, you can do it. The author could have left out some things to focus more on the relationship. The story of their wedding was a page...I would have liked to know more about those days and the birth not their children as opposed to so much involving just the political aspect. Overall I enjoyed the book...although more informative than enjoyable.
Sarah (7798 KP) rated Going in Style (2017) in Movies
Apr 7, 2018
Inoffensive but forgettable
With 3 huge stars and a director in Zach Braff, you'd be forgiven for expecting a lot from this film. It just sadly doesn't live up to its stars.
It's plot is a little predictable and there sadly isn't as much humour as you'd expect, although there were a few odd moments that made me laugh. The ending isn't a surprise and is almost a little too cheesy. It's not a bad film and it's pretty inoffensive, it just wasn't great either and was sadly altogether forgettable.
It's plot is a little predictable and there sadly isn't as much humour as you'd expect, although there were a few odd moments that made me laugh. The ending isn't a surprise and is almost a little too cheesy. It's not a bad film and it's pretty inoffensive, it just wasn't great either and was sadly altogether forgettable.
Steve Smith (932 KP) rated World of Warcraft in Video Games
Apr 25, 2018 (Updated Apr 25, 2018)
Huge world to explore. (5 more)
Play how you want to.
Loads of dungeons and raids.
Fair few playable races.
Good lore.
Room for a lot more expansions.
Can be repetetive at endgame. (3 more)
Has been known to have a large 'content drought' betwwen final patch and a new expansion. (Though this does seem to be improving)
Can be overwhelming for new players going it alone.
VERY disjointed story after the Catacylsm expansion (needs to update TBC and WotLk zones for a smoother experience!)
Easy to see why it's the most successful MMO
Bubblesreview (110 KP) rated Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Books
Feb 5, 2019
Imaginative (2 more)
Magical
Short chapters
Captivating
This book is a very easy read, obviously aimed at pre teen and younger. That being said, at the age of 25 I can't even count the amount of times I have reread this, it never gets old. I'm very glad that they kept the film very close to the book and really brang it too life. I love how the book holds a lot more parts that the film missed out aswell, the whole first chapter is almost completely ignored in the film. Makes it more exciting!
Dean (6925 KP) rated Long Weekend (Nature's Grave) (2008) in Movies
Feb 9, 2019
Awful remake
30 years on and we have a remake of the little known, but very weird film Long Weekend (1978). I saw the original when I was very young and at the end you just think WTF?! This is almost by the numbers remake, so I knew what was gong to happen, which effected my overall opinion. I remember the first being a lot more tense, scary and jumpy. This just didn't have the same impact. Check out the 78 version of you want some real creepy thrills!
Sarah (126 KP) rated The Seventh Ward (The Haunting #2) in Books
Feb 16, 2019
Disappointing Direction for the Series
The series title, 'The Haunting' led me to believe that the series would be centred on a haunting - or even hauntings (multiple) - but it really isn't.
The writing feels rushed, it's poorly edited with inconsistencies, and seems to 'borrow' a lot from other writers and stories.
I wasn't sure whether to continue with the series, given how disappointed I was with this book, but given that the whole series was included in the Kindle Unlimited subscription, I decided to give the writer the benefit of the doubt.
The writing feels rushed, it's poorly edited with inconsistencies, and seems to 'borrow' a lot from other writers and stories.
I wasn't sure whether to continue with the series, given how disappointed I was with this book, but given that the whole series was included in the Kindle Unlimited subscription, I decided to give the writer the benefit of the doubt.
Cumberland (1142 KP) rated Caraval in Books
Feb 22, 2019
It's Only A Game
This may be the best book I have ever read. Caraval is an enchanting game, and I loved Scarlett. She is an amazing character who has a lot of growth throughout the book. I was completely captivated the entire time I was reading this. I don't think any other book has ever played with my emotions the way this one did. I can't wait to pick up the next book. Even if its only half as good as this one it will still be pretty amazing.
Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Accidentally Yours in Books
Feb 23, 2019
fantastic read
This is a quick read story but the author has packed a lot into the pages. This is a marriage of convenience romance story with an added twist or two along the way. The characters are so lovable, you just fall in love with them from the beginning. This book is beautifully written and the story was easy to get into. I can't wait to read more from this author in the future.
Highly recommended read
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book
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Highly recommended read
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book
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