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Shauny (14 KP) rated Star Trek: Discovery - Season 1 in TV

Feb 3, 2021

Fast pacing, mostly good acting across the cast, amazing visual effects, high quality production, a decent plotline (0 more)

The series big plot twist was slightly rushed, did not enjoy the romance plot line between two characters, some of the acting is over done(but giving it's star trek I can forgive that) it's really dar (0 more)

So, I started the series with high hopes and ended it slightly underwhelmed. The first few episodes are fairly gripping if a bit fast paced, but the immediate action ment that I was invested in the plot straight away. The visual effects are stunning, having just watched the original series it's almost jarring to see a star trek series that looks so modern and realistic, the production quality really ups the standard of this show. The overall acting of the show is okay, I particularly enjoyed Sonequa Martin-Greens performance of Micheal. However, I wasn't so keen on her character being the center of the entire plot, and her seemingly endless skills and knowledge, I'm not a huge fan of the 'chosen one' character trope. Compared to the origin star trek series, Discovery is very dark and pessimistic. It's a lot more war focused, a long way away from the original series more optimistic and 'utopian' future. That being said, just because it isn't like the original star trek, it doesn't mean that it doesn't have it's one appeal. The series has an overarching storyline, each episode relating directly to the next, so if your looking for some light watching, this might not be the show for you. There is a particular plot twist near the end of the series that I really enjoyed but felt was slightly rushed, and of course some plot holes but that's inevitable with a show like this. Overall, it's an enjoyable TV series, I would definitely recommend giving it a watch ( just don't go in expecting it to be like other star trek series). Not only is it visually stunning to watch, the plot is engaging, they're are many references that star trek fans will enjoy, and the cast is extremely diverse and refreshing as well!

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BobbiesDustyPages (1259 KP) created a post

Sep 20, 2017

Thanks Smashbomb!
Finally got around to spending the $20 Amazon gift card I won from the GOT sweepstakes.
The Enemy Series by Charlie Higson

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thekrizzakboy (0 KP) rated It (2017) in Movies

Sep 28, 2017

It (2017)

2017 | Drama, Horror

8

7.9

(355 Ratings)

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I enjoyed the kid actors in this version way more than the mini series. A few good scares. Definitely creepy mostly because, well, clowns.

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Jonathan Harwood (2 KP) rated Divergent (2014) in Movies

Sep 30, 2017

Divergent (2014)

2014 | Action, Sci-Fi

5

6.6

(31 Ratings)

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Some of the acting, the overall premice, the stunts (0 more)

The script. Trite and samey (0 more)

Another 'young adult' book series made into a mediocre film

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Danny (187 KP) rated Marvel's The Defenders - Season 1 in TV

Oct 8, 2017

Story well told, action was brilliant, great to see them all finally meet (0 more)

Long wait for next series... hurry up Punisher! (0 more)

Netflix smashed it

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Entertainment Editor (1988 KP) shared own list

Oct 15, 2017

In a new series, the Guardian rounds up the top tracks you need to hear each month in playlists across all major streaming services:

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The Guardian's Best Tracks in October

From Charlotte Gainsbourg’s delicate minimalism to kick-ass indie-punk by Dream Wife – plus Somali disco and elegant techno – here are 10 of the month’s best tracks:

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