Gym trainer: “You training for Judo?” Guess my love for rotational moves caught his eye. Next session plan: adding Judo drills to really throw him off (pun intended). LMAO 🤣
P.S. Not a Judoka, never played sports. Just love movement training! Getting mistaken for an athlete? Best compliment ever💪
It's a new year, yet I remain the same old me. You can't shed your identity simply because the calendar year changes. These arbitrary numbers have no real connection to your life. What truly impacts your life? Your choices and actions. So, regardless of the year, I'd remain the same miserable person unless I choose to change my actions. That's why I've stopped focusing on New Year's resolutions and started embracing New Year's assessments.
I enjoyed this delightfully dumb story and how the group of friends reconnects, rekindling their youthful spirit by making a reimagined Anaconda film. The cast brings their own charm and chemistry, making it impossible not to root for them despite their clear foolishness. LOL The jokes are silly and the plot wildly predictable, yet it kept me chuckling throughout with a few genuine laugh-out-loud moments. Of course, I wish the script had raised the stakes and added some character development, much like how the anaconda dramatically elevates the story's tension.
Avatar: Fire and Ash remains a must-see for its immersive visual spectacle, much like the prior films but now on a grander scale with a slightly darker tone. Unfortunately, James Cameron seems to have slowly run out of stories to tell. It tackles the same themes—ecological concerns, family drama, extractive capitalism, and colonialism—while repeating the same structure, recycling familiar tropes, and building emotions through dialogue and situations in nearly the same ways.
This is not a movie. In fact, it's not even an animated series with multiple episodes stuffed into a movie format. This is almost an hour-long highlight reel with a brief introduction to the next season. To say I'm disappointed is an understatement. There's no narrative, just cool visual scenes stitched together without emotional weights. They don't even try to make the story coherent, just slapping in cool dialogue here and there before abruptly cutting to another scene or setting, with no regard for a cohesive plot or even the characters.
This is not a movie. In fact, it's not even an animated series with multiple episodes stuffed into a movie format. This is almost an hour-long highlight reel with a brief introduction to the next season. To say I'm disappointed is an understatement. There's no narrative, just cool visual scenes stitched together without emotional weights. They don't even try to make the story coherent, just slapping in cool dialogue here and there before abruptly cutting to another scene or setting, with no regard for a cohesive plot or even the characters.
I truly love how innovative visual storytelling and filmmaking techniques enhance the atmosphere of No Other Choice. The creative and immersive sound design made me feel as if I were alongside the protagonist, experiencing something new—whether good or bad—for the very first time. The music felt like listening to a great album, and the cinematography operates on an entirely different level with its striking compositions and creative editing. This movie is undoubtedly at the top of its game in every scene and transition, each masterfully crafted.
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I struggled to make writing in my pocket notebook a habit until I found this cover. Slipping my pencil in and out—without relying on pen loops—was a game changer! No dexterity needed; just slide it in, zip it up, and I’m good to go in seconds. Plus, it fits a 256-page AND an 80-page notebooks!
I enjoyed the fast-paced, high-energy vibe this movie delivers, and I especially loved the first act. The performances were great. The movie certainly brings an intense, adrenaline-pumping energy that keeps you engaged throughout the film. I genuinely wanted to love this movie; however, the screenplay is such a letdown that the more I reflect on it after the credits roll, the less I like the film. Firstly, the premise of The Running Man show is simply ridiculous, even within the film’s context.
To begin, I’ve never read the novel or seen any Wicked musicals. My only familiarity with the story comes from the image of Dorothy and her three unusual companions in Oz. I was also unfamiliar with any songs from the second part before watching it. Therefore, this review comes from a fresh perspective, free of prior bias, except for the experience of the first movie, of course. That being said, I expected Wicked: For Good to focus on Elphaba bringing down The Wizard, perhaps with secret allies like Glinda and Fiyero, but nope.
The pacing is quite great for such a lengthy movie, and the cinematography is beyond amazing. I particularly appreciated the camerawork during the car chase scenes, although my father thought they were far too long. The entire cast delivers exceptional performances. I loved Leo’s complex character, he was phenomenal in this film! Sean Penn also gave a remarkable portrayal of a deadbeat struggling with a distorted understanding of love and power.
If you’re interested in watching the third installment of Now You See Me, you probably know what to expect, and it certainly delivers. The key to enjoying this franchise is to simply go with the flow, letting the filmmakers mesmerized you with fascinating tricks until we arrive at the inevitable epic showdown. It’s such a fun journey that I don’t mind switching off my brain (almost entirely! lol) and letting them lead the way.
The story is straightforward and somewhat predictable, but the execution is so good that I ended up thoroughly enjoying it. The movie truly nailed the characterizations, character arcs, storytelling, and acting performances in a way that makes you can't help but root for them. Additionally, the visuals and editing are excellent, adding more emotional weight on top of all the above. Everything comes together seamlessly, creating a satisfying journey from start to finish.
Can someone tell me how safe it is for an Asian (+petite) to take a road trip in Texas? My dad lived there 40 years ago and wants to take the last road trip with me. I want to fulfill his dream, but I feel anxious about it. Any advice on how to prepare would be appreciated 🙏
When I wake up, one of my favorite things to do is open the blinds that completely block out the light and watch the breeze gently caress the trees outside my window, fully embracing the new day’s light. I also have a little ritual: each time I gaze outside, I search for a squirrel. I used to spot one or two quite easily, as if they were waiting for me to discover them.
Bleak and brutal as hell. I truly appreciate the simplicity of the concept, which also delivers a complex and nuanced story focusing on life, survival, and human perspectives on living and dying. The Long Walk is the kind of movie that allows us, the viewers, to think and feel alongside the characters. It never lets us look away from the harsh realities they face, both physical and mental challenges we could never have imagined until forced to confront them in the film.
The Rock truly can act. It's been forever since I last saw The Rock take on even a remotely dramatic role, and his performance is exceptional. However, I feel the film is too artistic and distant for the story it presents. Rather than immersing us in the characters, the film maintains a distance, preventing a prolonged engagement with the raw and emotional aspects of these individuals. The cinematographic choices and the editing were occasionally strange but brilliant at other times, which makes the pacing a bit jarring and clunky.
💪🏻 First time trying pull-overs on a BOSU ball. The back stretch was so intense that I left the gym with a straight back and perfect posture! Let’s see how long it takes before sitting at my desk pulls me back into a hunched-over posture again. 😂
Please do not attempt this if you haven’t trained your back and spine before. 😅