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Dean (6925 KP) rated Candyman (2021) in Movies

Sep 9, 2021 (Updated Sep 9, 2021)  
Candyman (2021)
Candyman (2021)
2021 | Horror
Some cool scenes (0 more)
Political message (1 more)
Not much of a Slasher
Say his name
I was a bit surprised when I saw Jordan Peele name roll up at the start as a producer and writer for this and it has his hallmark all over it. I loved @Get Out (2017) but you don't expect a strong political message about racism and racial injustice in a Candyman film. Sadly its so prominent that it dominates the story too much.
Working as a sequel to the original it starts OK with some nice back story and scenes about the original told by shadow animation. Although really lacking in the horror department. The film looks good and stylish but it is the wrong vehicle for the message being thrown at you.
  
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Blazing Minds (92 KP) rated Nobody (2021) in Movies

Oct 29, 2021 (Updated Nov 2, 2021)  
Nobody (2021)
Nobody (2021)
2021 | Action, Comedy, Crime
9
7.8 (20 Ratings)
Movie Rating
So I have to say that after seeing the trailer a while back I was intrigued by this new release from director Ilya Naishuller (Hardcore Henry) and write Derek Kolstad who many will know as the writer of the amazing John Wick movies of which I am a massive fan, that being said Nobody certainly has then John Wick feel to it and while we wait for the release of Chapter 4 next year and Chapter 5, this movie is one that certainly keeps the mind keen for that Wick style action genre.

If you love the John Wick movies then Nobody is a great movie to check out, it’s certainly a movie that is going down on my Blu-ray list when it gets a home release
  
The Unforgivable (2021)
The Unforgivable (2021)
2021 | Drama
7
5.3 (3 Ratings)
Movie Rating
A great story with some twists (0 more)
Slightly weak ending (0 more)
Great story
Well after watching a short while I realised this is actually based on a short TV series from the UK in 2009 starring Suranne Jones. A really gripping drama. This is basically a remake but set in the US.
The key story elements are the same as a young woman released after a long period in Prison for killing a cop tries to track down her younger sister. She struggles as her past catches up and the victims family are keen for revenge.
It holds up pretty well to the original, the writer also help produced this. Just the ending seemed a little less dramatic in this version. Still a very good story and a gritty role for Sandra Bullock.
  
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Justice is Red : Dawn of the Red Eye
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9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
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Justice is Red: Dawn of the Red Eye
By Peter Mckeirnon - Writer and Filmmaker
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Hydra City.
Corrupt to its core.

What was once a prosperous city, vibrant, and full of life is now a dark shadow of its former self.

One man is making a stand. A beacon of light burning bright through Hydra's darkest days. One man gives the people hope. One man gives them something to believe in.

His name, is Red Eye.

I freaking love this author. This gave me sun city vibes with that comic strip feel. Peter McKiernon has a way of making you feel that these characters could live just around the corner. His writing style is addictive. Loved this and really need more!!
  
For Better or For Worse (Deathly Beloved #2)
For Better or For Worse (Deathly Beloved #2)
Miranda Grant | 2022 | Humor & Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Independent Reviewer for Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!


This is the second book in the Deathly Beloved series and I absolutely love it! There are so many emotions whirling around that I felt like I was on a roller coaster.


I have fallen in love with the main characters. I really hope that Richard and Arienna have a smooth-ish ride from here on out (probably not too smooth as she does enjoy her punishments!) I also highly hope Jace gets the love he deserves and can work through his feelings that he has bottled up inside!


I really can't rate this series high enough. Miranda is a fantastic writer in whatever she turns her hand to!


I'm ready for the next one Miranda!


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