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While I LOVE that this is a true story, I feel like the script fell short. It seemed like the movie was just a series of timeline events, with no focus on tension or character development. In my opinion, they needed to establish each character so we could care about all their fates. They all seemed kind of one-dimensional with little personality (even the social media guy who acted as a foil to the protagonist). And I also feel like the build up relationship between Arthur and the humans was also rushed. He goes from being a random stray that tags along to a worldwide sensation, but they didn't develop that change. It kind of happened behind the scenes. It seems to me that all the good parts, the main parts of the story, were already shown in the trailer. That being said, I still loved the ending and the true story it told.

I had to give this a 10, simply because it deserves more than what many reviewers are giving it. The minor changes make sense, and if people are down scoring it because it's not the exact script from the cartoon, then they're delusional. The writers got rid of some side quests, fleshed out the characters a bit more, and added grit. I absolutely love the portrayals of the cast. Aang is top-notch. Sokka is brilliant. Katara is great. Zuko is wonderful. And Iroh, who is my favorite character in the animated series, gets better and better as each episode progresses. And to the people who say this was worse than Shymalan's.....you've gotta be kidding me.

You know a movie is bad when you take your Asian immigrant dad to go watch it with you and the first thing he says after watching it is "Okay, which communist wrote this?!" The movie's message seemed to be America: bad; military: bad; Asia: good. And there didn't seem to be any compelling reason to root for the robots other than the fact that the kid was cute and the other AI were poor villagers. It seems to me that in order for a movie to be good, the message should be complex and universally compelling. I didn't get what the message was, other than what I previously stated. Literally every bad guy was white and American. It's either very biased or very patronizing. On the other hand, I did think the actors did a good job, and the cinematography was outstanding.

Just saw "Blue Beetle," and it was fantastic! I was pleasantly surprised. Coming in a little skeptical because DC has a few clunkers and feeling a little jaded from superhero movies, I have to say I really enjoyed this movie. "Blue Beetle" did what the best superhero movies do: focused on character development and people to root for. I LOVED the cast, from the kind-hearted dad, to the sarcastic sister, to the spunky grandma. The actor who plays the protagonist (love him in Cobra Kai) did such a great job in the lead role. Step aside, Fast and Furious franchise; THIS is how you incorporate a "family" theme into your movie. I laughed and I cried several times throughout. While some of the superhero elements have been done before, the blue beetle suit was pretty cool. The soundtrack was good, and Susan Sarandon did a great job as the villain. I have to say that this DC movie is by far better than many of its predecessors.

There is a handful of things I look for when reviewing a show, movie, or book: characters, conflict, setting, pacing and theme. Therefore, I will go over the reasons why I rated this show a 10 based on those criteria I listed. First: characters. A story is only appealing to me if it has complex, well-developed characters that I can root for. This show has many of those. From the very first episode, I am invested in the lives of the people living in the Silo. The writer does a great job of revealing enough about the main characters for us to care about them, but also creating a mystery about them as well. Secondly, conflict. This story has all the different types of conflict that make a multi-layered story: character vs. Character, character vs. Self, character vs. Society, and character vs. Nature: Silo has them all. The conflicts are all extremely relevant to the modern world, too. Third: setting. The world building of the Silo, the social structure, the technology, and the culture are very fascinating. It makes you shiver at the thought of living like this, despite how "ordered" and seemingly functional everything is. The pacing is very good; it's fast-paced and tense when it needs to be while also delivering more intimate and emotional moments. Finally, theme. This story touches upon so many relevant issues: living in fear, the danger and value of being curious, how being a rule-follower can be a good and bad thing, preserving vs. Destroying the past, and making choices between the good of the family vs the good of all. Overall, a very intriguing story told very well through production, music, and smart direction!

Oppenheimer Review: Very good movie, but be forewarned: it's long (3 hours) and very dialogue-heavy. People who aren't interested in history, who are distracted very easily, and who expect a lot of action will be disappointed. Every movie-making and storytelling aspect hit the mark. The cinematography, the musical score, the depth of characterization were all good. I only have one criticism, which is that the jumbled chronology of scenes made it kind of confusing for someone who wasn't paying attention or for someone who didn't have a basic knowledge of the story. However, the black and white shots coupled with the various location settings helped with this. Overall, an excellent film with a very important message: History is made by flawed and complicated people, who sometimes do bad things for good reasons, which can have both rewarding and terrible effects.

How can a franchise that's 25 years old still be fresh and exciting? By doing exactly what this movie does. Let me list the ways this movie excels: awesome action scenes that are multi-dimensional (think runaway train or bomb about to go off), a global level threat that seems so modern and relevant to today's times, new characters that are flawed yet likeable, beautiful scenery around the world, and REAL effects with limited green screen. This movie has it all. Even though the plot seems similar to the missions before, the little details make it new and different. The writers take advantage of every setting, every angle. The music also helps to support the pulse-pounding sequences. And the humor was there, too: never have I seen a car chase be as exciting AND funny at the same time. Thank you, Tom Cruise, for reminding Hollywood what a great movie looks like.

I am shocked at the high scores for this movie. To me, a compelling story must have multi-layered characters and a coherent plot. There were no redeeming qualities in the one-dimensional characters (other than Natalie Portman's character, who was so whiny and self-deprecating that I got annoyed with her), and I kept wondering when the "story" was going to happen. I suppose I understand what the purpose behind the movie is, but there was no reason for me to care about the final resolution. The time jumps were jarring, so it just seemed like everyone was randomly making choices that didn't make sense. I was waiting for character growth, or an AHA moment that mattered. There were none. Just terrible people making terrible choices. If you want to see a cynical, pointless movie about selfish and narcissistic people, this is the movie for you.

I loved this movie. Although it was goofy and anachronistic, the storyline and action made up for it. It even had well developed characters with good arcs. I also loved the fantasy elements, especially the magical hybrid creatures. I loved how the story seemed to come full circle. Chris Pine shined as the protagonist, Hugh Grant was hilarious and quirky, and the rest of the cast did great too. Even though some of the aspects in this movie have been done before, it still seemed fresh and new. If you see this movie, expect to laugh and even cry a little. If they decide to make a sequel, I will not be disappointed!

I love this show. Season 1 and 2 were brilliant. And although it definitely leans a certain way politically, I try to ignore that and just enjoy the good storytelling. However, this episode proves that season 3 is very muddled and a little disjointed. Character development seems to have been forgotten, as new characters are introduced with little to no purpose. Jack, the female boss, Zava, and Shandy (or whatever the name is) have no likeability or even personality. I get that they are all antagonists to specific characters (Zava to Jamie, Shandy to Keely, and Jack to Roy/Rebecca)....however, their purpose seems haphazard and disingenuous. How could Zava be so talented if the team loses three games in a row? Why is Keely friends with a narcissist like Shandy? And since when is Keely interested in girls? A layered character is always welcome, but this character trait seemed to come out of nowhere. And the plot with Ted's son being the bully seemed to resolve almost immediately. I just hope that the disparate parts eventually come together and recreate the magic this show used to have.

Just saw Puss in Boots: The Last Wish because I had heard it was pretty awesome for an animated movie, and I have to say that it totally lived up to the hype! I enjoyed the twist on Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack Horner, and other fairy tale characters. I also thought the fight scenes were pretty amazing for a cartoon. The little dog character was probably the most adorable thing I've seen in a while. It even had a romance story built in. Overall, wonderful animation, complex characters, great humor, and compelling themes packed into one amazing movie! Go see it! It's worth it, even if you don't have little kids!

When one goes to an M. Night Shymalan movie, one expects an amazing plot twist. There was no plot twist here. Everything is given in the trailer. If the movie had added some good character development, it might have been better. For instance, we received flashbacks about the couple, but it didn't really add any necessary depth to the storyline. What would have been better is if the flashbacks were the four guests instead, and their lives leading up to this moment. Nevertheless, there were some good elements. The acting was good, the atmosphere was foreboding, the cinematography was good as well. But I was still confused as heck by the end, because there were no explanations for why or how all this was happening (other than what the trailer already told us). All things considered, I was left disappointed.

If you've seen Gran Torino, you've seen a story like this one. There were some differences, but the arc was very similar. I loved the neighbors and some of the grumpy old man sense of humor, even though many of the tropes have been done before. The flashbacks added depth to the story, but I felt that the wife didn't really have much chemistry with the young Tom Hanks. Another aspect I didn't really like is the political tone, as sometimes it felt like the audience was being preached at. Also, the "villain" of the story barely had any screen time, and the resolution of that conflict seemed to go away a little too quickly. However, it was still enjoyable and moving. I feel like Gran Torino did it slightly better.

Oh my goodness. If you liked the first one, you'll love the second. In the trailer, Jake says, "This family is our fortress," and that is the main theme of the story, which is what makes it so great. What great characters - the dad and mom yearning to protect their family, the older brother with the burden of being responsible for his younger siblings, the younger son wanting to prove himself, the adopted daughter wanting to fit in. Of course it has the environmental aspect, but that takes a backseat to the importance of sticking together and being there for your family, no matter what. On top of it all, the cinematography is outstanding and beautiful. The creatures are imaginative. If you see it, see it in IMAX.

Coming back to rewatch this movie, I was shocked at how low the reviews were. As a former band member myself, I love this movie. It's about an arrogant talented freshman who needs to learn the value of working as a team. From the very beginning of the movie, we're given the important information necessary to know the protagonist's backstory: raised by a single mom, abandoned by his father, a young man with something to prove. I love the supporting characters, who all have their own personalities and backgrounds. I love the band director, who is trying to lead a band while staying true to his own values and ethics. Although this movie might seem like it was made for a very small demographic, its themes are universal. And the music is great to listen to. Give it a chance.

I watched the trailer expecting a horror film, but instead got a character study instead. That being said, it was good for what it was. Just don't expect to feel spooked or scared. A bit slow at times, the film seemed more interested in exploring the narrator's frame of mind and experiences rather than the supernatural element (which doesn't happen until well into the movie). Still, amazing acting and cinematography with an interesting message. I think the main actor did an amazing job and showed an impressive range of emotions. The set was beautiful and haunting. I wish they had fleshed out some of the minor characters more, and had more flashbacks with the mom to provide more depth for his grief.

The chemistry between the two leads was superb. Jenny Slate is very endearing, and Charlie Day was great as the love interest. One thing I loved about this movie is that there wasn't really a villain - even the antagonists (the exes) were somewhat likeable, so I feel the story had more depth in that way. Sure, some were more likeable than others, but each character had some depth to them. Even though the story was formulaic, it checks every rom-com box (in a good way). The only reason I give this a nine and not a ten is because the ending seemed a bit abrupt, but you can still tell what the resolution was.

I have nothing against Keke Palmer; I think she's a great actress. That being said, her role as the host was over the top and a little distracting. I agree with another reviewer who said that everything seemed overproduced, including the audience's OOHS and AHHS. I did like John Hamm and Jimmy Fallon as guests. If they tone it down a little, the show will be better.

As someone who thought the first movie was good but nothing special, I didn't know what to expect. However, I think this movie does a perfect tribute to the first movie while still putting enough new storyline into the sequel to be interesting to new viewers. The action was amazing. I was on the edge of my seat; I cried, I laughed, I cheered.

I understand that at this point in the series, the audience is sympathetic to Walt. However, Skylar gets unfair treatment in this episode. Lest we forget that in the same episode Walt's actions led to two murderers showing up at the house, endangering the whole family? Skylar is reluctant to turn him in because it will destroy not only his life, but the lives of her two kids as well. She is most definitely between a rock and a hard place. Is cheating the answer? No. But I empathize with her need to distance herself from Walt.

As someone who hates remakes and wondered what more could be added with another Batman movie, I have to say this movie exceeded my expectations by 1000. While the movie was extremely long, there were so many "moments" that it was worth sitting through the almost 3 hours. The action was settled on a plot that was actually meaningful, and the message wasn't cliche or pandering. I could go on and on, but watch it. It's worth it.

Although this movie won't win any Oscars, and it is pretty formulaic, it's still good. Some reviews criticized the many subplots, but that's what I enjoyed about the movie.

I think this movie is entertaining, but the writing was so weak. The two antagonists were so one-dimensional, it was hard to tell if you were supposed to hate them or pity them. Woody Harrelson did a good job with what he was given, but I still consider him a forgettable villain. The female villain was also pointless. The best part of the movie was the humor between Venom and Eddie, but then the tone made it feel disjointed.

This movie had it all. It had great action and humor (which you would expect from a Marvel movie), but it was also so well-layered with complex characters, compelling themes, and respect for Asian culture. I found myself laughing and crying at this movie. I also loved the guest appearance from an old character long forgotten and some amazing creatures. This movie deserves all the praise it can get.

This movie checks all the boxes you'd expect to see in a Marvel movie - humor, a lot of action, interesting characters, and a jaw-dropping post-credits scene. David Harbour and Rachel Weisz did a great job, as did Florence Pugh. Some of the action scenes were a little over-the-top, but it's a superhero movie so I didn't expect anything less.