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.
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.
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.
The story is bad. Nothing makes sense.
And yet, it’s the kind of film, that if you’re interested, I encourage watching in theaters. The experience is incredibly cool with outstanding music and visuals. I absolutely love how they utilize the deep bass; feeling the vibrations resonating through my skull was truly a blessing. I haven’t had such an immersive music experience in theaters for quite some time. The visuals are also impressive.
Austin Butler is hot, alright, and if that doesn't seal the deal for you, hear me out: he's playing, and talking to a cat throughout the film. Honestly, who cares about the plot after discovering this perfect duo? LMAO
In all seriousness, though, I didn't like the direction this movie took. It struggles to decide between being dark and comedic, rather than effectively blending crime comedy with a gritty edge. The attempt to anchor the narrative with a tragic backstory for comedic punchlines and a redemption arc, while also letting Matt Smith dressed and behaving like kid cartoon characters in the same film, just didn't match well with me.
Someone should have told me that A Useful Ghost isn’t really about romance but rather about Thai society and politics. When I watched the trailer, I expected some peculiar romance. After a two-hour gym session, I hoped it would lift my spirits and warm my heart after a day filled with fitness training. I was so mistaken. LOL
This movie demands mental energy and critical thinking to grasp its storytelling.
Between someone perfect on paper who never quite makes you feel truly at ease, and a mess of a person who always feels like home, the film asks: Who and how do you choose?
The Materialists invites us to reflect on how we seek and perceive love and life partners. It also challenges us to examine whether our desires align with our values, and if our actions will ultimately lead to a fulfilling life.
This movie is surprisingly better than I expected. Initially, I just hoped to see Jackie Chan's fighting scenes, those awesome and creative sequences he’s known for. And of course, the fight scenes and action choreography are as impressive as always in a Jackie Chan film. Moreover, all these characters are so cool and badass, which makes the film even more enjoyable. It's criminal how cool they are, even more so than their actual crimes in the story!
I was captivated by the visual style and animation of Infinity Castle. The concept of the Infinity Castle itself feels immense and awe-inspiring, with every frame packed with detail and creativity. The action scenes are flashy, fluid, and incredibly dynamic, making every battle a thrilling spectacle. Characters come to life vividly through their emotions and movements. All of this truly showcases how far the animation industry has come. Complementing the visuals is a fantastic sound design and musical score that heighten the emotional weight of each scene.
I really don't understand why this movie marketed itself as a horror thriller with intriguing mysteries when it's clearly a horror comedy. Even the horror elements are mostly from the gore and forced jump scares. I went in expecting thriller components with a dreadful atmosphere and a script that would make me second-guess, filled with suspense and nuanced developments as the movie progressed. And it was somewhat like that…for like 15 minutes.
The Naked Gun surprised me in both good and disappointing ways.
The cinematography are surprisingly great in this movie. And I especially loved how committed the cast was to the humor, especially Liam Neeson. It's impressive to see seasoned actors act silly and fully embrace the absurdity of it all like this. I can only imagine how much fun the behind-the-scenes atmosphere must have been for the cast and crew.
The Naked Gun surprised me in both good and disappointing ways.
The cinematography are surprisingly great in this movie. And I especially loved how committed the cast was to the humor, especially Liam Neeson. It's impressive to see seasoned actors act silly and fully embrace the absurdity of it all like this. I can only imagine how much fun the behind-the-scenes atmosphere must have been for the cast and crew.
I've been thinking about how the Doomsday movie feels like walking a tightrope for Marvel right now. With barely any hype or buildup, it's hard to imagine how they can introduce so many characters properly without stumbling, let alone deliver a compelling storyline. The writers of Doomsday and Secret Wars must be feeling the pressure, like they're about to lose balance and fall off the wire at any moment.
That got me thinking that an Avengers vs.
Fantastic Four: First Steps is a self-contained story that anyone can watch without any prior knowledge of Marvel comics or movies. It certainly reminded me of Superman with how it just instantly throws you into the story, which I believe was a misstep for both films, as audiences could not fully form a strong emotional connection with these freshly introduced characters. The story is simple and straightforward, perhaps overly so; too simple, in a way.
Fantastic Four: First Steps is a self-contained story that anyone can watch without any prior knowledge of Marvel comics or movies. It certainly reminded me of Superman with how it just instantly throws you into the story, which I believe was a misstep for both films, as audiences could not fully form a strong emotional connection with these freshly introduced characters. The story is simple and straightforward, perhaps overly so; too simple, in a way.
Fantastic Four: First Steps is a self-contained story that anyone can watch without any prior knowledge of Marvel comics or movies. It certainly reminded me of Superman with how it just instantly throws you into the story, which I believe was a misstep for both films, as audiences could not fully form a strong emotional connection with these freshly introduced characters. The story is simple and straightforward, perhaps overly so; too simple, in a way.
Karate Kids Legends is one of the most disappointing and frustrating movies I've watched recently. Not because it's unwatchable, but because of the huge untapped potential that got wasted on this project. How could they fumble this so hard?!!
The film has a fantastic cast, impressive choreography, and solid premises, but it suffers from a weak script and some of the worst filmmaking I’ve seen in a martial arts movie. Despite having actors capable of incredible stunts, they are so underutilized it’s criminal.
Karate Kids Legends is one of the most disappointing and frustrating movies I've watched recently. Not because it's unwatchable, but because of the huge untapped potential that got wasted on this project. How could they fumble this so hard?!!
The film has a fantastic cast, impressive choreography, and solid premises, but it suffers from a weak script and some of the worst filmmaking I’ve seen in a martial arts movie. Despite having actors capable of incredible stunts, they are so underutilized it’s criminal.
This sincere and kind-hearted tone suits Superman so well, I'm glad they finally got that right; he now truly embodies a symbol of hope. The story is very fast-paced and plot-driven, which might feel a bit too packed. This is just my opinion, but I would have preferred a character-driven narrative to introduce a new universe like this. Nonetheless, it's a well-crafted action-hero film. The score is amazing. The production is excellent.
This sincere and kind-hearted tone suits Superman so well, I'm glad they finally got that right; he now truly embodies a symbol of hope. The story is very fast-paced and plot-driven, which might feel a bit too packed. This is just my opinion, but I would have preferred a character-driven narrative to introduce a new universe like this. Nonetheless, it's a well-crafted action-hero film. The score is amazing. The production is excellent.
Jurassic World: Rebirth surprisingly arrives as a new sequel following the last trilogy, set five years after Jurassic World: Dominion. This movie marks a return to the franchise's roots, emphasizing suspense and survival horror rather than simply dinosaurs running around and fighting each other off. While the previous trilogy had taken a somewhat comical turn, Rebirth refocuses on genuine tension, incorporating elements of horror and mystery instead of relying solely on CGI-driven action sequences.
Jurassic World: Rebirth surprisingly arrives as a new sequel following the last trilogy, set five years after Jurassic World: Dominion. This movie marks a return to the franchise's roots, emphasizing suspense and survival horror rather than simply dinosaurs running around and fighting each other off. While the previous trilogy had taken a somewhat comical turn, Rebirth refocuses on genuine tension, incorporating elements of horror and mystery instead of relying solely on CGI-driven action sequences.
Is the story predictable? Sure. But it's so goddamn exhilarating that I don't even care. With its stunning cinematography, immersive sound design, and powerful score—though Hans Zimmer feels slightly out of his element here—F1 The Movie is a crowd-pleaser you can't help but enjoy.
The car racing scenes are spectacular. Unfortunately, the storyline outside the races feels fairly average. For a narrative centered on taking risks and trusting the driver, the storytelling often pulls back into the pits instead of letting these fantastic characters take the wheel and make decisions on their own.
Is the story predictable? Sure. But it's so goddamn exhilarating that I don't even care. With its stunning cinematography, immersive sound design, and powerful score—though Hans Zimmer feels slightly out of his element here—F1 The Movie is a crowd-pleaser you can't help but enjoy.
The car racing scenes are spectacular. Unfortunately, the storyline outside the races feels fairly average. For a narrative centered on taking risks and trusting the driver, the storytelling often pulls back into the pits instead of letting these fantastic characters take the wheel and make decisions on their own.
“I just want to belong somewhere.”
Elio is a welcoming surprise. Initially, I had low expectations for this movie after watching the trailer. But after I saw the initial reception, which was quite positive, I became curious to see it for myself. So, I decided to give it a try, and I'm glad I did.
While this movie is clearly aimed more at children than adults, it still tells a touching story.
“I just want to belong somewhere.”
Elio is a welcoming surprise. Initially, I had low expectations for this movie after watching the trailer. But after I saw the initial reception, which was quite positive, I became curious to see it for myself. So, I decided to give it a try, and I'm glad I did.
While this movie is clearly aimed more at children than adults, it still tells a touching story.