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I'm only a couple episodes past you in it (started it but just haven't gotten back to it, which is common for me) but yeah it is great. Swearengen rofl, even his name is good.
yeah this series is messed up, also caught parts of it while my gf was watching it lol.
mikeymikec
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John Wick 3 - Parabellum and John Wick 2
I watched JW2 a while ago and thought it was OK, but since JW3 is a continuation of the same plot line I feel it's only right to judge these two films as inseparable.
After watching JW3, I thought the series disappeared up its own arse. The first film is good: An action flick, a basic plot, a storyline that encourages sympathy for the protagonist, and the story of revenge is over where one expects it to be, and lots of kickass action. Simple! Then a need for a sequel was determined, and this whole 'high table' bollocks, and another sequel with a silly 'Adjudicator' running around with her own little gold badge! She's like a sheriff for criminals!
Does something sound wrong with this concept: A bunch of master criminals feel the need apparently to follow rules absolutely and pretty much without exception? I think there were two ways to do this: One, the series makes fun of the whole 'criminals disappeared up their own arses and make a high table and demand absolute adherence to rules to their own detriment' concept, or do something else, for example the fact that the reason for the second movie was a violation of those rules at least in spirit by the antagonist and have some kind of compromise as a result of that act. Instead, the viewer is supposed to believe that a bunch of criminal organisations waste tonnes of resources going after the unstoppable killbot that is John Wick and will likely continue to do so in JW4.... because of what, a principle for which the basis is pretty muddy?
That's just aside from the apparently unstoppable killbot that is the concierge (despite his minions getting dropped like flies) and the ric-goddamn-diculous from beginning to end raid on the New York Continental. Also, what were nice little ideas to begin with in JW1, e.g. a neutral ground hotel, started to go a bit sour like the 'tasting' in JW2, and while JW being as unstoppable in the protagonist in the first 'Taken' movie is a touch absurd, JW2 pushes the absurdity further with bulletproof suits and JW3 goes even further with utterly bulletproof armour henchmen even against HV bullets as well as some really dodgy "you could have killed the protagonist but you backed off" cliches.
The Matrix reference in JW3 was appropriate because IMO this series went off the rails just like the Matrix trilogy did, and there's a fourth one coming in that series too.
If you've seen 'M' before, I think that film explains pretty well the absurdity of criminals teaming up and starting to make the rules. If you want to do it right (and seriously), then 'The Godfather' is a good reference.
I watched JW2 a while ago and thought it was OK, but since JW3 is a continuation of the same plot line I feel it's only right to judge these two films as inseparable.
After watching JW3, I thought the series disappeared up its own arse. The first film is good: An action flick, a basic plot, a storyline that encourages sympathy for the protagonist, and the story of revenge is over where one expects it to be, and lots of kickass action. Simple! Then a need for a sequel was determined, and this whole 'high table' bollocks, and another sequel with a silly 'Adjudicator' running around with her own little gold badge! She's like a sheriff for criminals!
Does something sound wrong with this concept: A bunch of master criminals feel the need apparently to follow rules absolutely and pretty much without exception? I think there were two ways to do this: One, the series makes fun of the whole 'criminals disappeared up their own arses and make a high table and demand absolute adherence to rules to their own detriment' concept, or do something else, for example the fact that the reason for the second movie was a violation of those rules at least in spirit by the antagonist and have some kind of compromise as a result of that act. Instead, the viewer is supposed to believe that a bunch of criminal organisations waste tonnes of resources going after the unstoppable killbot that is John Wick and will likely continue to do so in JW4.... because of what, a principle for which the basis is pretty muddy?
That's just aside from the apparently unstoppable killbot that is the concierge (despite his minions getting dropped like flies) and the ric-goddamn-diculous from beginning to end raid on the New York Continental. Also, what were nice little ideas to begin with in JW1, e.g. a neutral ground hotel, started to go a bit sour like the 'tasting' in JW2, and while JW being as unstoppable in the protagonist in the first 'Taken' movie is a touch absurd, JW2 pushes the absurdity further with bulletproof suits and JW3 goes even further with utterly bulletproof armour henchmen even against HV bullets as well as some really dodgy "you could have killed the protagonist but you backed off" cliches.
The Matrix reference in JW3 was appropriate because IMO this series went off the rails just like the Matrix trilogy did, and there's a fourth one coming in that series too.
If you've seen 'M' before, I think that film explains pretty well the absurdity of criminals teaming up and starting to make the rules. If you want to do it right (and seriously), then 'The Godfather' is a good reference.
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Muse
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Finally saw Star Trek: Discovery season 1. 7/10
There were two issues I had with this season. The lesser is that they went to hell and back. I don't like the
The story was well done; I just don't like the setting.
The bigger issue was with the Klingons. I don't mind the cosmetic changes so much. The problem was they barely paid lip service to "honor". This I could maybe put aside too, but the ending really doesn't make sense if it's not done to secure honor. They could have easily used the word, but they didn't. That's frustrating!
I think the problem is that the series was originally to be set in the future, fighting the Hirogen, who are cannibals without honor. But I don't know how they would have explained the ending without honor. (And they didn't explain it well anyway.)
Most of the other concepts they introduced, though I thought they might be annoying, turned out kind of interesting.
There were two issues I had with this season. The lesser is that they went to hell and back. I don't like the
mirror universe.
The bigger issue was with the Klingons. I don't mind the cosmetic changes so much. The problem was they barely paid lip service to "honor". This I could maybe put aside too, but the ending really doesn't make sense if it's not done to secure honor. They could have easily used the word, but they didn't. That's frustrating!
I think the problem is that the series was originally to be set in the future, fighting the Hirogen, who are cannibals without honor. But I don't know how they would have explained the ending without honor. (And they didn't explain it well anyway.)
Most of the other concepts they introduced, though I thought they might be annoying, turned out kind of interesting.
purbeast0
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Terminator Dark Fate - 6/10 - I probably would have given it a bit higher if the terminator was a bit better. And the chick that protects the new girl. I don't even remember the name of new girl that everyone is protecting - that is how forgettable the character is. I also did not like how the terminators had "super powers" in the sense that like they could run super fast and could jump super far. They were scarier when they were basically like normal humans just strong and indestructible. And the casting for the new terminator was just bad. He sucked.
Thinking now i probably would also have given the score less without a lot of the throwbacks to the old movies. Best scene in the movie to me was the opening scene. I hadn't heard anything about it so it was like 'WOAH' as soon as it starts.
Thinking now i probably would also have given the score less without a lot of the throwbacks to the old movies. Best scene in the movie to me was the opening scene. I hadn't heard anything about it so it was like 'WOAH' as soon as it starts.
shortylickens
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mikeymikec
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sdifox
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snoopy7548
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EuroTrip - 6.5/10. I've seen it before but not in a long time. I wish they made more stupid comedies like this.
clamum
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That "enhanced" human woman who was sent back to protect that young girl...
(Mackenzie Davis)
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Marriage Story (Netflix) -- 8/10
Just a pretty straight forward drama about a couple's divorce. Both Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson were great in it. Nothing fancy just a good movie I thought.
Just a pretty straight forward drama about a couple's divorce. Both Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson were great in it. Nothing fancy just a good movie I thought.
I wish the ending was less ambiguous and it ended on them getting back together, but that's just a personal preference. When I come to like the characters in a movie I want them to be happy at the end lol.
Ajay
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Pretty much agree, I'd give it a 6.5, just because it kept me engaged (even though that included shouting at the screen a few times!). The new terminator was either super-super human (as you point out) or easier than expected to knock down. Also, the dual body bit - over the top.
Logan Lucky 8/10
I enjoy heist films and this was a good heist film. Soderbergh does this style well and it shares a lot with the Ocean's XX series. Not really a comedy, not really a tense drama, just a light-hearted fun caper. If you like crime flicks and don't want to think too hard it's a good way to pass a couple of hours.
I enjoy heist films and this was a good heist film. Soderbergh does this style well and it shares a lot with the Ocean's XX series. Not really a comedy, not really a tense drama, just a light-hearted fun caper. If you like crime flicks and don't want to think too hard it's a good way to pass a couple of hours.
glenn1
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Weathering With You, 8/10. Japanese anime from the director of "Your Name" (which I haven't seen yet and should). Took my 9 y.o. daughter who highly enjoyed it. Animation is great. Storyline isn't amazing but is completely serviceable. Nice movie to see in the theater so you can truly enjoy the animation and cinematography.
UsandThem
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I Am A Killer 8/10
I just finished the 2nd season of the Netflix series. I really enjoy the show/episodes as most shows like this either are pro-death penalty or anti-death penalty, and the bias is obvious on the people and cases they focus on.
This series is different. With most of the cases / killers featured on here, you leave really debating that. They feature many different sides, and it's a show that makes you think about if the person deserves to die (or to ever be let out of prison). Many are obviously playing their angles for parole boards, many of them get called out for lying/leaving out all of the details of their crime. However, some do seem like they have changed for the better.
I just finished the 2nd season of the Netflix series. I really enjoy the show/episodes as most shows like this either are pro-death penalty or anti-death penalty, and the bias is obvious on the people and cases they focus on.
This series is different. With most of the cases / killers featured on here, you leave really debating that. They feature many different sides, and it's a show that makes you think about if the person deserves to die (or to ever be let out of prison). Many are obviously playing their angles for parole boards, many of them get called out for lying/leaving out all of the details of their crime. However, some do seem like they have changed for the better.
I really enjoyed it, but for Ford GT is my absolute favorite car of all time. Even the new ones. A Ford Cobra (which is also in the movie a lot) is a close second. I like that it was based on actual events, and listening to it with a good sound system is amazing. I would give it a solid 8/10, but am a bit bias towards it.
shortylickens
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Its a lot of explanation. Mostly I agree with Rich Evans.
Michael Clayton 9.5/10
Just got the DVD & watched this again. Can't say enough good things about this movie. One of my all-time favs.
Just got the DVD & watched this again. Can't say enough good things about this movie. One of my all-time favs.
JEDI
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who the F is rich evans?
anyway, just watched Picard eps 3.
yeah, Im not giving high marks.
Pros:
Hugh (drone from Borg sphere) is back!
bet he never thought of being a cast regular 30+ years after his guest appearance.
Cons:
Picard scraping the bottom of the barrel to get help?!
he doesn't have any high level friends with resources?
ie: former high level non-federation friends? or former/current military personnel w/o a sketchy past?
and still with the bad guys with manual aiming phasers?!?!
why not just use long range stun rifles and take them after they're unconscious.
heck, if the bad guys can teleport in, why not just teleport their targets out into a cage or something.
Star Trek plot holes makes this 5/10
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UsandThem
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Doctor Sleep - 6/10
It was OK, but I guess my expectations were too high. I was honestly bored with it for large stretches of the movie. When watching a great movie, I rarely will pause it in order to get a drink/snack/bathroom break, and I ended up doing that many times with this movie.
It was OK, but I guess my expectations were too high. I was honestly bored with it for large stretches of the movie. When watching a great movie, I rarely will pause it in order to get a drink/snack/bathroom break, and I ended up doing that many times with this movie.
CZroe
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