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A mashup of different horror/thriller movies. Not real expensive to rent, but probably only worth it if you're completely new to watching horror movies. Otherwise you've probably seen similar movies that you might like even more. As far as the movie it got a lot of suspense. I liked the characters and I thought the Russia environment was creepy. I only thought the ending was rushed. It was the opportunity to give some depth and meaning to the story as social media played a big role in the movie. Overall the movie is a bit flat but does have a certain charm to it.

One thing that will probably make people like or not like the movie is Laurie Strode's struggle throughout the movie. Yes, it was definitely needed to advance the story, but can be viewed as a bore by Halloween fans who need to wait for a significant chunk of the movie to see some real action. The thing with this part is that Dr. Loomis isn't in the movie. In the original there were enough moments to switch between interesting characters. Like Loomis just being in the Meyers house and just talking about Michael was creepy. Also a great portion of the movie takes place at night. This created an aura of menace like Michael's presence was always there.

Also a thing that might not be appreciated by everyone, is that this movie for the most part takes place during the day in a school environment. Relying on jump scares to keep the audience engaged. A bit of a Nickelodeon feel to it. Seems like lot of horror movies in 1998 some school environment played a role. This movie can be compared most to the 2018 version with the difference that the 2018 version is much more brutal in its violence, a bit of Rob Zombie style of Halloween. While this version feels closer to the older versions. I do think that the 2018 version was more successful in adding more suspense in between Laurie's struggle to keep me engaged. Something that I felt was lacking in this movie. However I do feel the showdown between Laurie and Michael was epic so it was still worth the watch.

I wonder do movies like this still get made? It's hard to tell for me because I don't have a subscription to television anymore. I strictly stream movies and it's always something that I search for. However back in the day it was the other way around. I just watched what was presented to me on television. So maybe these movies still get made but I'm not looking for them, but it does somehow feel 'very 80s'. This movie doesn't take itself seriously. At one point some character had a laser coming out of his hand but we never hear anything about this anymore. You can't help but love the characters. Anything goes it's silly fun. 80s nostalgia American military base, cliched villains, a tropical island, cool background music, some nicely choreographed stunts and of course ninja's and more ninja's. Good nostalgic movie if you're in the mood for silly fun.

Travolta had his moments in the movie but could've worked on his accent. I recognized Travolta in the movie and not always John Gotti. Maybe there were budgetary constraints but they could've picked an unknown actor as Gotti and spend the money saved on better equipment and crew. The visuals were a huge hindrance. So dark and moody visuals for no reason. Maybe if it's a horror movie but a story about John Gotti having a normal family conversation be so dark makes no sense. Also a lot of shaky camerawork, awkward focusing in and out and weird camera angles making it feel like an amateur film at times.

Gotti does have a disadvantage in that the story isn't as glamorous as normal mob stories. So in that regard I feel this movie should get a pass. A lot of people who watch these movies find it more exciting to see somebody rise to the top in a competitive environment and have stories about betrayal, than about seeing them sit around the table with their son to give fatherly advice.

And this aspect does make this movie unique. There were some good moments where it showed Gotti as trying his best to raise his kids to be the best, shows an unique side of him. One can argue though that even then they could've went more into depth with that side of his life and just skipped things like the story with Paul Castellano as most people already know that and therefore didn't add much to the story. The thing with this is also that people will compare it with the 1996 version and maybe feel that one is better. Overall I would say there are some new things you see about John Gotti if you're interested to watch more on his life, but there are some kinks in the movie you got to take into consideration.

I watched this movie on a whim, knowing nothing about the plot. I thought it was a Joie de vivre type of movie. There's beauty in the movie but it's also a bittersweet film. War movies are my least favorite genre however I liked this movie. As I didn't expect what was going to happen the movie had more of an impact. The first half hour was pure bliss. Guido is hilarious and his cheerful personality makes him extremely likable. The scenery was stunning. Everybody was innocent and it was all around fun. Then suddenly it became really dark. I thought the transition was well-directed. Because the first half hour you completely love the characters you keep rooting for them to escape the concentration camp. Every scene either gives hope or scares you that something bad will happen. Guido shows so much strength of character. He never gives into the darkness. You really wanted him to get out of there and get back to his life. It was frustrating to see him be in that soulless place with his family. There was so much suspense. Like the scene with the doctor where you think there's hope but then again it's shown that there really isn't anything you can do in a place like that. Very tragic movie but also beautiful in a way. A big 10 stars from me.

The movie captures a type of upbeat spirit for the first half of the movie. We simply see an aspect of John Gotti's life through his lens. A lot of times upbeat music is played whether in different clubs or just as background matching Gotti's confident personality. Respected by his peers who say his reputation precedes him. The Teflon Don is on top of the world. Even the public loves John. The level of adoration is intoxicating. You get a sense of why it would appeal to be in the mob, but it's not done in a way to glorify that lifestyle.

This movie is a very light watch considering the genre where you normally see a lot of violence. This is more a drama about bonds and showing Gotti's charismatic personality. The way he probably viewed himself. So an unique movie with great performances.

Movies like Avatar make me miss going to the theaters. Let's hope things will turn around in 2021 so the new movie can be released because I'm really looking forward to it. Avatar represents the very best of watching a movie on the big screen. Years after I watched it on the big screen I saw it on television and it didn't capture the magic at all. It felt so puny when compared to the experience in the theater. In IMAX 3D it was amazing. I still vividly remember the experience. It was like you were really there in this huge, immersive world. Cameron's movie was a mega success and deservedly so because it really did change the movie landscape. It was a marvelous technical achievement. And the story was also pretty good as it had a deeper message. A classic.

Pretty slick action movie. Especially the first part of the movie with the long action sequence was cleverly written. Showing the highly skilled hitmen who effectively blend in the normal world while playing a deadly cat-and-mouse game with each other. It's very suspenseful. Great performances by the leads. The contrasting personalities made the cat-and-mouse game fun.

E.T. phone home. If I had a nickle for every time I heard that phrase I probably would be very rich by now. I heard it so many times back in the day. Yet for some strange reason I never watched the movie! There was one attempt when it was on television but I remember being so tired that day that I never really watched it.

And it's a shame. Because this movie is that good. That phrase E.T. phone home is popular for a very good reason. The timing for E.T. to say his first full sentence and then to choose to say that for some reason it really connected with me. How during his adventure mysterious E.T. reveals to his new friends that he missed the love of his peers. It was such a humane moment. Really loved it.

I also liked the atmospheric directing and the good writing with regards to how the kids were doing things real kids would do. E.T. might be the quintessential 80s kids movie.

Pretty decent sequel to the first movie. It definitely doesn't stand out as a horror movie in the genre but is fun to binge watch with the first movie. A bit of a downgrade as the mysterious premise of the first movie isn't there. It made the story unique.

However it could also be seen as more fun as the movie seems to be more about the scary encounters than the first. This is more of of the elements that made the first movie popular, but has a different feel because of the new location.

The location though didn't really have an impact as being scary but I liked how it made me daydream a bit about a vacation and there were some funny moments because of the travel to this place. I also liked how some of the new characters have the same bratty attitudes as in the first part. This resulted in some funny moments. Overall just a fun little horror movie.

Bill S, Preston ESQ. and Ted Theodore Logan are back for one last adventure. Last year when I heard this movie was being made I was surprised, but at the same time definitely interested in watching this as I was a huge fan of the movies back in the day.

However I did have some doubts. The Wyld Stallions do still have all their hair but it's been a pretty long time so I wondered if they still got it? And they definitely do. The nostalgia was great. I didn't really think it felt 'different' and I liked that. I liked that the movie still had all the things I liked about the first two movies. There were a lot of funny moments. I especially liked the scenes with Dad and Death. The old characters were great and funny. I also liked the new characters. Overall just an excellent feel-good movie.

A very underrated movie. You don't often hear people talk about Click, while in my opinion it's a classic. Maybe this movie isn't universally loved because humor is subjective. The style of humor in this movie is goofy and in your face. Nothing subtle and while I found it hilarious and was laughing throughout the movie, this might not be appealing to others. So maybe this is a movie you either love or hate.

There's also an important life lesson. It was powerful and made this movie not just be a good movie but a great movie. What they did right is that the drama didn't get the overhand in the movie with the risk of becoming preachy. The movie is playful for the most part so even if has heavy moments it's mostly a feel-good movie. Overall just a great movie.

I don't know how accurate this movie is or if it was even aiming at that, but it felt very realistic. Tom Hanks as the lead. The best part is definitely the pressure you feel his character is going through as he's stuck on an unforgiving sea, with tremendous responsibility to keep the people around him and himself alive.

The suspense is almost neverending. Great visuals and a lot of attention to detail. Maybe this movie has been done before many times, but I haven't watched many war movies so this experience is new and felt pretty intense. I thought it was a great action movie.

As many I was a big Will Smith fan in the 90s for Fresh Prince of Bell Air. Loved his movies like Bad Boys, but for some reason I've always dodged Independence Day. Was never really into Alien storylines (except for the X-Files) and this is probably also why I also wasn't into Men In Black. However now I like this movie. I like the spirit of it. Humanity under threat of a powerful, seeming invincible power trying to take over, and with its never-ending optimism they show the strength of humanity.

Independence Day has a very popcorn movie feel to it. It must have been a blast watch this in the theater in 1996. If it were to be rereleased it would still look great on the big screen. Funny one-liners, machoism of the hero smoking a cigar after a fight and huge large airships involved in warfare. A great adrenaline fueled spectacle.

Adam Sandler you can never count him out. He has a very long career in Hollywood. And while some stars have eras they dominate and sorta fade out to the background, it seems like Adam over his long career always every few years makes a good movie. Uncut Gems is one of them.

Labeled also as crime and thriller the movie is mostly a drama. Centering Howard's chaotic life but there's also suspense. This is more psychological as you wonder what will happen. You're worried. Adam had a great performance. You loathed the main character but also loved him. The movie intense the drama and chaos is neverending. And it manages to shock too. Well made movie.

Entertaining Netflix action movie. The action scenes are good but this movie also had some deeper moments that explored the topic of mortality which made the movie stand out from your typical action movie. Just a fun watch if you got Netflix.

Palm Springs is a worthy movie to mention alongside Groundhog Day. It's got a lot of similarities. It's funny, more a vulgar type of humor which is great because it gives the movie it's own identity. The characters feel like they're real people who act like you would think a lot of people would do if there really was 'no tomorrow'. Exploring both the good and bad feelings the characters have about their unique reality. The love story also feels genuine. Honestly I didn't expect this movie to be any good but it far exceeded my expectations. One of the best movies of the year.

The elephant in the room are the inconsistencies in the plot. It takes away from the movie as it gives the impression that it was aiming at realism. However you can't help but love this movie. I feel like I haven't seen a classical whodunit movie featuring FBI agents in a long time. With their fast minds at work and witty lines trying to catch the bad guy. All the characters have memorable traits and this movie does keep you guessing. There's cool action scenes. Also the setting of isolation and the feel of a real FBI training program has a charm to it. There is a bit of disappointment when you realize some of the inconsistencies at the end, but hey it's a movie there's more to love than not to love. Mindhunters is pretty entertaining.

With the pandemic I think studios released the movies they were not in love with and are still holding on to their best movies for later this year or the beginning of next year. There was an abundance to stream but The Invisible Man was one of the few movies I thought was actually good.

Elisabeth Moss had an excellent performance. Really making me feel the horror of the situations she was in. The concept was nice. It was executed well with some terrifying scenes. Not just seeing the horror but making you imagine the horror. There were some by the book scenes but the creators also did create some memorable unique scenes. Worth the watch.

Joel Schumacher has made so many great movies. Some of my favorite movies of all time. They represent great memories from my childhood. Batman Forever, The Client, Falling Down were movies I watched many times in the 90s.

Since I've reviewed my favorite movies of Schumacher I wanted to see a new one so I watched The Lost Boys. It's great movie with all the elements of a Schumacher movie. Atmospheric and stylish. The music is memorable and fitting. Great camera shots. During the day it's sunny with carefree crowds. At night there's fog and a sense of emptiness and danger. The 80s rock style also felt fitting for the sinister vampires. The characters are full of personality and have memorable dialogue. Schumacher never takes himself too seriously. So there's always plenty of silliness. It's just a great entertaining movie from one of the most underrated directors.

What a way to tell a classic tale of evil. Kevin Lomax (what a name right?) is a brilliant lawyer who gets an offer to work in New York. Here he gets seduced by power and prestige.

The movie is very captivating. Tall larger than life buildings where multiple times you have characters standing at the highest level of the building. This serves as a metaphor for the devil being on top of the world, the movie got a lot of these references. Also the special effects are creepy but it's subtle, feels very unique and stands out in the movie. But the story also lures you in. A small step at a time Kevin gets more invested in his less admirable vices and makes the wrong choices. If it's not the prestige from being a success in stunning New York, there's always the lust that consumes Kevin. As Milton says he sets the stage, but Kevin makes the choices. I've watched this some time ago but when you watch it again you see how subtle he gets lured in. The devil was working on Kevin from the beginning. To add insult to injury it was also Milton who while being there to corrupt Kevin is also the one advising him to not make certain choices. I loved the pacing of this movie. Kevin slowly being hypnotized throughout the movie with a great third act (this is where movies usually fail). And there's great performances from so many people.

Brad Pitt and Keanu Reeves in the early stages of their careers were often summarized as pretty boys. Brad Pitt more favorably, just as a pretty boy. Keanu Reeves as somewhat of a bonehead. I remember there often would be jokes about him. Probably because some of his earlier work he was these surfer/rocker type in movies like Point Break and Bill & Ted. I always felt that because of this reason both these actors felt the urge to prove that they're not on screen just for their looks. Taking roles in a lot of different genres to show their range while you often see that a star will stay in certain genres.

Brad Pitt shows he's a great actor in this. His performance is easily on of the best parts of this movie. He dominates in many scenes. But he wasn't alone. All the main characters had great performances and the different personalities kept me engaged.

However the movie doesn't explore the topic enough, The topic is interesting. A man who is doing research on serial-killers is unknowingly riding with a serial killer. At the beginning of the movie you get the impression there will be deep philosophical explorations on serial killers. However the violence is just what you typically see in movies. It doesn't really serve much of a purpose as to showing the bad guy is the bad guy, while you kinda expect there would be a deeper exploration as he is the serial killer of course and the protagonist is doing research on people like him. Nothing really special about the protagonist-antagonist relationship. The movie is decent but it could've been great.

This movie was really great back in the 90s. Mid 90s Scream revived the slasher genre. A lot of slashers where made. The trend of continued for quite some time when it started to slow down early 2010s when movies like Insidious and Conjuring made paranormal movies popular again.

I Know What You Did Last Summer was always in the shadow of Scream. Scream was smart. Reviving the genre while giving commentary on the genre. The people loved it. This movie felt more formulaic. Yet when we talk about horror movies in the 90s everyone remembers this movie. It had the 90s vibes. Bratty teens stuck in a crazy situation. Living in a small harbor town (with atmospheric music to match it) being stalked on the 4th of July by a weird man in a raincoat with a fishing hook in his hand. This movie got so much personality how can you not love it? If you watched it back then you loved it and you'll love it now for the nostalgia.

I'm in the minority to say that I like Room 6. I don't believe it will make many people's top 100 movies list but I find it certainly more entertaining than a lot of mediocre movies that are out there.

What I liked was the story. It was captivating. It kept me guessing all throughout the movie. I'm a sucker for Twilight Zone type of movies where the main character is experiencing an odd reality. I thought they did this part well. The special effects and sounds used for the scary scenes were good. It created a creepy atmosphere. The thing that was a bit bad is that at times the movie feels a bit cheap. Shots are in slow motion that feel off and this feels a bit like you're watching a fan film. But this is not a big deal and can be overlooked.

I also liked that Jerry O' Connell is in this one. Sliders was my childhood so it was great to see him on the screen again.

You're able to watch this for free on PBS Frontline's YouTube channel. I haven't watched a documentary in long time. Normally I like fiction, escapism. Something that doesn't really remind me of some of the harsh realities out there. You get enough of that in the real world or read about it every day on platforms like Twitter.

This one was interesting though. Stylishly shot it explores a chilling reality that you see in futuristic dystopian sci-fi movies like Judge Dredd (Dredd was way more fair though). A society where cops are judge, jury and executioner. A president who compares himself to Hitler openly cheers cops who kill people who are somehow involved with drugs, as users or producers. Images of a cop wearing a death skull mask you often see people in violent criminal gangs wear. CCTV footage of a suspected drug user being killed in broad daylight in a busy street in drive-by by two people on a motorcycle. It was with his kid around whos experience is featured in this documentary. On the President's Orders is a surreal experience.

Drugs are a big problem everywhere. No matter what drug it is it always brings many undesirable effects to society. I've read a book by a former self-proclaimed drug kingpin in Europe who stated that he was the reason violent crime was introduced in the trade. That in the 70s it was hippy type who sold weed and were peaceful. A romanticized view. And when he came along he just took their stashes with the dealers being afraid to fight back. However this has always been a fantasy, the drug trade is vicious. There are instances where drugs can be positive like MS where people use medicinal marijuana for symptom relief. And I can even see a recreational user who does it like twice a year. However the statistics show that drugs are often linked to poverty, crime and mental illness. The debate has always been what comes first the drugs or the other problems.

In the Philippines they deal with it in an unorthodox way. My way or the highway. Unforgiving if you are suspected of being involved with drugs you can lose your life. There are supposedly death squads who take out people described as 'pests'. As you can imagine someone can easily be framed and the documentary makes you go through a range of emotions when you realize what would happen when there's no law. The war on drugs in the Philippines is all in the name of keeping the country safe. However you can never create a humane society through inhumanity. But it does make you think what can a government really do to effectively solve the problem because drugs are a problem everywhere? Overall a very thought-provoking documentary.