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12 Years a Slave (2013)
12 Years a Slave (2013)
2013 | Biography, Drama, History
Gritty and horrifying true story of Solomon Northup who was kidnapped and sold into slavery. Completely gripping but I found that some of the director's shots lingered slightly too long for my liking, such as the tree blowing.
  
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Jan 23, 2023  
"Based on a little-known true story, The Flame Tree is a tale of love and survival against all the odds."

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Veronica Guerin (2003)
Veronica Guerin (2003)
2003 | International, Drama
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Cate blanchett (0 more)
Watched last month forgot to rate the movie its a decent true story with good performance from cate blanchett as the the reporter who took on the drug barrons which eventually got her killed powerful movie
  
Assassin's Creed (2016)
Assassin's Creed (2016)
2016 | Action
5
5.8 (33 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Visuals (2 more)
Fight scenes
Jeremy Irons
Story (1 more)
Not true to video games
I was cranky at the end of this
As a massive Assassin's Creed fan, I was very excited for this movie. I really wanted to like it: the visuals were great, the fight scenes were fun, and an interesting story. However, there were statements said that are absolutely not true about the Assassins and this ruined most of the movie for me. As an action movie, it's pretty good and the fight scenes are exciting. The costuming was great, as were the actors.
  
And That's Why We Drink
And That's Why We Drink
Comedy
8
8.8 (11 Ratings)
Podcast Rating
Exciting stories (1 more)
Humorous
Paranormal activity and a good true crime
And That's Why We Drink is a podcast hosted by Kristina, Em, and Geio the Dog. Em gives a paranormal (usually hauntings) story, while Kristina recounts a true crime story. Together they make the beginning of each week a little less dreadful. On the first of each month there is a "Listener's Stories" episode, which as the name implies, includes the stories that listener send in, whether paranormal, murder, or both. Each week has new and interesting stories for fans of both genres.
  
The Fighter (2010)
The Fighter (2010)
2010 | Drama, Sport
A solid boxing film based on a true story. This is all about the characters and Bale's performance is incredible and steals the show. More drama than a sports film or action film. It would have been nice to see a little more ring action, however the real story is the lives of the family members involved. Great film!
  
The Endless (2018)
The Endless (2018)
2018 | Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Great acting, interesting story. (0 more)
Oddly good
Two adults that escaped a ufo death cult receive a video and decide to go back and see if their resentment was dumbfounded or true. What unfolds is a slow story with a great twist. Better to go into this film with little knowledge and you will enjoy this kooky film.
  
The Tattooist of Auschwitz
The Tattooist of Auschwitz
Heather Morris | 2018 | Biography, History & Politics, Religion
10
8.7 (74 Ratings)
Book Rating
This book was so powerful and sad. I would recommend it to anyone even if you aren't a book lover. It's such an insight to what really went on at Auschwitz as it is based on a true story.
  
Operation Mekong (2016)
Operation Mekong (2016)
2016 | Action, Crime
All the action (0 more)
Phenomenal film with phenomenal actors
I had no idea that it was based on a true story, but nevertheless if you are looking for a Chinese film that totally knocks your socks off, I recommend this film.
  
Finders Keepers
Finders Keepers
Stephen King | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry
10
8.1 (18 Ratings)
Book Rating
Really true thriller
I really enjoyed the second book to the bill Hodges ret-det story. I thought there was a lot of heartbreak and turmoil involved but I still really enjoyed it. Now reading the final chapter of bill hodges.