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David McK (3245 KP) rated Twisted Metal - season 1 in TV
May 4, 2024 (Updated May 4, 2024)
Twisted Metal, the console game, is a post apocalyptic racer of sorts from all accounts.
I've never played it.
It does seem to be a strange choice for an action-adventure comedy series, but I actually found this to work quite well, largely based in the chemistry of the co-leads (Mackie as the 'milkman' John Doe, hired to deliver a package cross country and encountering Beatriz's Quiet along the way) and the antagonist played by Thomas Haden-Church.
Oh, and never forgetting the murderous clown Sweet Tooth who steals pretty much every scene he is in ...
I've never played it.
It does seem to be a strange choice for an action-adventure comedy series, but I actually found this to work quite well, largely based in the chemistry of the co-leads (Mackie as the 'milkman' John Doe, hired to deliver a package cross country and encountering Beatriz's Quiet along the way) and the antagonist played by Thomas Haden-Church.
Oh, and never forgetting the murderous clown Sweet Tooth who steals pretty much every scene he is in ...
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Bobby Gillespie recommended MetalBox by Public Image Ltd in Music (curated)
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GameCritics (290 KP) rated Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain in Video Games
Sep 21, 2017
Staggeringly deep open-world with huge variety of strategies and item upgrades (4 more)
Impeccable production values and haunting audio
The most-accessible MGS game yet
Ingenious game-structure-as-metaphor with philosophical depths
Attaching an upgraded fulton balloon to *anything*
MGS5 is a masterpiece. It's hard to imagine another AAA game that will be allowed a five-year development cycle, yet feel so completely the work of one man. A game where you can visit a prisoner's cell and hear Joy Division
Critic- Games Radar
Original Score: 10 out of 10
Read Review: http://www.gamesradar.com/metal-gear-solid-5-phantom-pain-review/
Original Score: 10 out of 10
Read Review: http://www.gamesradar.com/metal-gear-solid-5-phantom-pain-review/
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Andy K (10821 KP) rated Phantasm (1979) in Movies
Jul 7, 2018
Campy creepy fun
I had never seen this horror classic until last night. For some reason it had always escaped me.
When teenager Mike stumbles upon some gruesome happenings at a funeral, he decides to investigate. He discovers the mysterious "Tall Man" whom he battles with his brother to see who survives.
It certainly has the low budget film look with shoddy lighting and the usual low budget effects, but there are enough creepy images and those cool flying metal spheres to keep you entertained throughout.
Since I have just purchased the Phantasm 5 pack, I definitely see more Phantasm in my immediate future.
When teenager Mike stumbles upon some gruesome happenings at a funeral, he decides to investigate. He discovers the mysterious "Tall Man" whom he battles with his brother to see who survives.
It certainly has the low budget film look with shoddy lighting and the usual low budget effects, but there are enough creepy images and those cool flying metal spheres to keep you entertained throughout.
Since I have just purchased the Phantasm 5 pack, I definitely see more Phantasm in my immediate future.
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Aasiyah Sidat (34 KP) rated A Silent Voice in Books
Jul 9, 2018
Don't be a bully!
Manga is not my first choice of something I would pick up if I was browsing Waterstones. I did read Naruto when I was at school but I have never had a physical copy. It is only recently that I have been getting into anime because my other half watches a lot and I end up watching it with him; Fairy Tale, Dragonball Z and Full Metal Alchemist just to name a few.
So I decided to pick up something out of my comfort zone and give some proper manga a try.
Continue reading my review at: https://www.readsandrecipes.co.uk/2017/11/dontt-be-bully.html
So I decided to pick up something out of my comfort zone and give some proper manga a try.
Continue reading my review at: https://www.readsandrecipes.co.uk/2017/11/dontt-be-bully.html
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Elizabeth (1521 KP) rated Bellabeat Leaf in Tech
Jan 9, 2020 (Updated Jan 9, 2020)
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This is the original leaf so the design is a bit clunkier than the urban, but it is still far more stylish and versatile than other trackers like the Fitbit. It can be worn on a necklace, leather bracelet, or clipped onto your clothing. Its unique wood and metal design definitely attract attention.
The app developers are continuously adding more new features that makes this a unique tracker. It can also be used with the Spring water bottle to track your water intake. The drawback is that it requires a watch type battery rather than a rechargeable battery that can be docked.
The app developers are continuously adding more new features that makes this a unique tracker. It can also be used with the Spring water bottle to track your water intake. The drawback is that it requires a watch type battery rather than a rechargeable battery that can be docked.
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Sonofdel (6265 KP) rated Wired Gaming Keyboard in Tech
Feb 23, 2020
Great Heavy Duty Gaming Keyboard
I recently had a gaming base unit and decided I needed a decent gaming keyboard to go with it. I bought this not knowing what to expect as I had never heard of the name. Its very impressive and with the back lit keys makes it ideal for gaming. Metal throughout means its a lot more durable than most plastic ones. A good range of keys and simple user interface, comfortable wrist support too. All in all very good value and excellent quality.
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Jimmy Hayward recommended Heavy Metal (1981) in Movies (curated)
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Nickg24 (492 KP) rated A Quiet Place (2018) in Movies
Sep 1, 2019
Not scary at all for a horror film.
Was looking forward to finally watching this but was left disappointed somewhat by it.
First of all this ain't no horror film,its a thriller with some odd looking creatures in it and secondly how did this family survive whatever apocalypse happen to come along and wipe out humanity.A little bit of a backstory would have helped.
I didn't find the creatures that frightening or intimidating,how could they rip through a metal grain silo but not in the car when the kids happened to be inside it.Hopefully the sequel will be an improvement
First of all this ain't no horror film,its a thriller with some odd looking creatures in it and secondly how did this family survive whatever apocalypse happen to come along and wipe out humanity.A little bit of a backstory would have helped.
I didn't find the creatures that frightening or intimidating,how could they rip through a metal grain silo but not in the car when the kids happened to be inside it.Hopefully the sequel will be an improvement
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Phillip McSween (751 KP) rated Lords of Chaos (2018) in Movies
May 28, 2019
This Was a Miss For Me
Lords of Chaos is the tragic story of a teenager trying to bring Black Metal to Norway. Let’s get this out of the way now: The movie is a mess. I didn’t feel enriched after watching it in any shape, form, or fashion. Instead, I left with a very bad taste in my mouth and a desire to cut on a comedy after watching something so morbidly depressing.
Acting: 10
Beginning: 2
”What are you watching?” my wife asked from the other room. “Sounds awful!” She wasn’t wrong as the beginning attempts to explain all the W’s to the backdrop of hardcore, in-your-face metal. The music isn’t the problem, but I feel like they should have chosen one or the other: Either jump right into the metal music and set the tone or narrate the backstory first. Both made for a horrible mix.
Characters: 10
Cinematography/Visuals: 4
Conflict: 5
Genre: 3
Memorability: 4
Pace: 1
Show a gruesome suicide. Burn 100 churches. Stab a man in the woods. There was nothing that could be done to really get me interested in this movie. A lot of the film felt like shock value which diminished my interest in what was happening. My eyes spent more time running from what was happening than being engrossed in it. Pacing is one of the most important parts of a movie. You screw that up and it spells doom for the rest of the movie.
Plot: 7
Resolution: 3
One of the worst endings I’ve seen in movies. The worst part is you absolutely know it’s coming, but director Jonas Akerlund decides to make you sit through it anyway. After it was over, I felt like I had been skunked.
Overall: 49
There are some things that this movie did well. As you watch these characters go off the deep end, it definitely feels genuine and real. Unfortunately, for every one good thing I can name about Lords of Chaos, I can think of ten bad. This was a miss for me.
Acting: 10
Beginning: 2
”What are you watching?” my wife asked from the other room. “Sounds awful!” She wasn’t wrong as the beginning attempts to explain all the W’s to the backdrop of hardcore, in-your-face metal. The music isn’t the problem, but I feel like they should have chosen one or the other: Either jump right into the metal music and set the tone or narrate the backstory first. Both made for a horrible mix.
Characters: 10
Cinematography/Visuals: 4
Conflict: 5
Genre: 3
Memorability: 4
Pace: 1
Show a gruesome suicide. Burn 100 churches. Stab a man in the woods. There was nothing that could be done to really get me interested in this movie. A lot of the film felt like shock value which diminished my interest in what was happening. My eyes spent more time running from what was happening than being engrossed in it. Pacing is one of the most important parts of a movie. You screw that up and it spells doom for the rest of the movie.
Plot: 7
Resolution: 3
One of the worst endings I’ve seen in movies. The worst part is you absolutely know it’s coming, but director Jonas Akerlund decides to make you sit through it anyway. After it was over, I felt like I had been skunked.
Overall: 49
There are some things that this movie did well. As you watch these characters go off the deep end, it definitely feels genuine and real. Unfortunately, for every one good thing I can name about Lords of Chaos, I can think of ten bad. This was a miss for me.