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Fear the Walking Dead (2015)
Well..
I never could get into The Walking Dead,tried watching it several times & only seen two episodes in season one.
However Fear The walking Dead looked a bit more interesting,so decided to watch it & for anyone that does you really don't need to see the other series to understand.
Now far as the series review it had good & bad episodes,frankly some that dragged the storyline out.
All the casting to acting,plus music & cinematography was decent enough..
Did anyone feel as episodes went on the zombie effects,became sloppy almost amateurish to pulled off a Halloween store shelf?
As mentioned below it followed specific seasons from Victoria's arch in the series & onward,was new staff brought in? Yikes!
I enjoyed the seasons it was horrible how Nick died but it was once Victoria's story was a main focus,breaking up the main characters & the atomic bomb making things more apocalyptic..
I was just dragging through each episode wanting season 8 to come & for this to be concluded.
Also the finale was anticlimactic- Felt a bit weak considering the path,we followed for all the seasons.
They messed around with the characters in some bothersome ways too,it just made it hard to root for anyone & so forth..
If this proves anything even good people do evil stuff,all in the name of survival & that's more scary than evil in itself.
Worth checking out,but not a series to watch again.
The Immaculate Room (2022)
Well..
So many flaws or perhaps more accurately,plot holes the size of Swiss cheese..
1. Could of gave us a bit more back story,before the couple entered the room; Made it hard to care/invest in them.
2. Why did their outfits not have neutral tones,instead of being colorful?
3. If they bought any treats that offset prize money,how come nothing was owed if they leave the room early?
4. Why is the crayon green? They could of made it brown or white,to again keep with a theme.
5. If the second treat was a girl than by her leaving,wouldn't it be a contract breach of purchase?
6. How did the gun arrive? Secret door opened,that nobody heard in such a confined space.
7. Why couldn't any treat have options.. Such as a book,couch,actual food or television watching? Instead it's a crayon,girl & drugs.
8. The company offering the money could of made the room a bit more psychological,hoping it encouraged the couple to leave.
9. The video recording was to cause issues that made,one or both individuals hopefully leave?
Overall it was a bit dull.. Story changes to casting,might of improved things.
Are we suppose to feel emphatic towards either character,especially in the final scenes that show Kate must of learned humility by donating her funds? What a gal,ugh!
Not something rewatch worthy,unless you like seeing Ashley Greene briefly naked & in few scenes.
American Murder: Laci Peterson (2024)
Did this really need to be made? Read on..
Per usual just a cash grab via Netflix,far as the docu series..
Wasn't anything new to an old case or even relevant,which changes the final outcome.
You find yourself watching just a rehashing of things mixed with a few,updated sprinkles of memories or opinions.
Do I think Scott is innocent,not exactly! However feel sometimes,police or the public just want for peace of mind closure..
Why truly innocent people can get convicted,not saying that's fact in this case.
It's an unfortunate case & the only real victims was,Laci/Conner & certain loved ones.
I'm sorry but Amber F is not some person I feel that was in the dark about so much with Scott,feel she only came forward/helped the cops to save herself in one way or another.
Watch only if you like this type of series,but otherwise skip it.
In the Dark (2019)
Well..
Decided to watch this & have mixed feelings,will explain as the review continues.
Was Jess actually a good friend? I feel she tolerated Murphy out of obligation,due to knowing her since childhood.
Honestly Jess complained how self-absorbed Murphy was in her own stuff,yet when Murphy risked herself over searching for her there was no gratitude..
Infact real BS of a friend to make her blind friend think,she was dead or kidnapped with no care.
Was Murphy perfect? Hardly! But also the people in her life need to be held accountable,for things they did or didn't do.
Also there was twice dream sequences foreshadowing a death that impacts Murphy,so why did this get overlooked to prevent it? Her dress color or any relevant details could of been said,as they got ready for the benefit & as a result changed the outcome.
It was obvious that Max was going to die but felt it was going to happen sooner,like right after her proposed in the hotel.
Josh was just an annoying character,glad he met such a deadly end.
Felt although Murphy claims that she didn't have the typical blind stereotype/senses many people ask,she did seem to get around and find things out rather normally.
Many episodes dragged & others could of been shortened,it did also have clichés & plotholes..
Of course black people are druggies,cops are useless & being disabled makes you reckless in decisions like drinking or sex.
It was cast & acting was ok,as was the cinematography.
Worth checking out,but not a series to rewatch.
Tarot (2024)
Blah! Death of boredom comes,to those who view this.
Have seen this type movie before,so nothing special.
Not saying movies of similar topics can't be clichéd,however bring some new ideas to the genre.
The storyline moved fast,deaths to effects have seen better & the acting wasn't great.
Also who decided on lighting? Atmospheric dark does not mean,hardly being able to enjoy seeing what's going on.
If a movie is good regardless of time or location,you can make it be a thriller.
Definitely not worth seeing,again.. Even for better perspective.
Writers/producers/directors & so forth.. Do you remember even,what your title is? If not,change your profession.
Fire Country (2022)
Well..
Decided to watch this after,catching a few episodes here & there.
Is the show,realistic? No! But in all honesty,the series really isn't a training video..
So just enjoy it,plotholes & all.
However that doesn't excuse in this technological age,how special effects are done..
But have seen amateurish quality,so this was done just enough to feel"almost"authentic.
I'm sure you will see professionals in the field reviews over the series,but again it's a tv series meant for entertainment not as factual.
Feel some casting changes could of improved things,from Eve to Sharon..
I notice in series if a female has a certain job position that is more held by men,they need to be almost non-feminine.
Overall the acting was fine despite as mentioned,several of the female casting choices..
None of the majority of these females,would be in charge of such positions.
Cinematography,locations & some of the music was handled well.
Worth checking out!
Supergirl (2015)
True review
I have never been really into the whole superhero genre,but for the last year been watching them frequently including visiting a few classics..
Why decided to watch this via Netflix because,of watching the original Superman when I was younger.
So i really enjoyed all episodes & than we get as I feel is best described"the transitioning episode." Winn leaves,Alex takes over as director & so forth..
After that it was hit or miss during many episodes,also many episodes just felt dragged out.
Alex's character bothered me as the seasons progressed,like self-righteous or something..
I notice in a series when a female has mostly a job held by a guy or is lesbian,they make her be a certain way.
Casting,acting,cinematography,effects & music decent..
It will have clichés & plotholes however,it's a series that makes you suspend reasons of logic.
Again maybe I'm biased from being not a huge fan of all the related movies/tv shows,but for anyone looking for a series.. Worth checking out you won't feel too lost,if you don't know certain references or characters involved in varied episodes.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
Well..
Was average to underwhelming.. Expected something grander,especially with the cast & overall storyline.
Unfortunately found myself scrolling my phone while streaming this,with occasionally looking up during potentially interesting parts.
It was cast decent especially with past characters returning,cinematography was nicely done too.
With so much technology these days you would think anyone with a pinky of talent could produce a masterpiece,but unfortunately like so many things we have succumb to mediocrity.
Many parts felt long,rushed or could of been better from special affects & so forth.
Like in past instances a sequel isn't needed unless,it really is beneficial to closing a storyline.. This movie just wasn't needed.
If you're a fan of the franchise or actors,worth seeing otherwise skip it.
Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up (2024)
Facts over fiction,twisted celebrity & all that.
Only in America you can run for office or be a celebrity,when you do criminal activities..
Those following her with support are blindly going by her words or movie interpretations,look up actual evidence & than decide on things.
Sad truth what GRB did was "premeditated" & for all the time with planning,she could of took another way to resolve things..
However she seen a person vulnerable & used it,not saying Nick is innocent but Gypsy should still be incarcerated for life too.
Yet here she is out on parole,using people & being allowed too many freedoms a person with a lesser crime wouldn't get..
She is changing her looks,travel beyond speak engagements,social media access,relationships with men,profiting off her crime & more!
Where is her PO are they ok,did they get paid to ignore Gypsy and her antics? A normal felon would of been,already receiving numerous violations or being put back in.
Why they didn't put her in a halfway house upon her being released,to acclimate back into society is puzzling..
No doubt her motive for marrying Ryan,to get around specific release terms originally.
I've worked in law,etc..
Think many people haven't done their job correct,are biased & because she was a female they are bending legalities.
People feel she is a queen,celebrity or should be women of the year..
Heck the unusual biased treatment she's getting no doubt,she'll be handed the keys to the city once off parole,lol. But seriously,ugh!
In good will she could donate money to a charity that helped her years back even when it was took from deserving families going through actual health issues,would show remorse or she matured.
She hasn't done anything productive unless bullying other parental abuse survivors count,as this narcissistic feels this alone is her platform..
Why isn't she required to have a normal job,take a class or anything beyond her current lifestyle.
For many that enter prison they either come out reformed,never going back & also have those upon release becoming more calculated but do return-Eventually!
Gypsy feels as though everyone needs to surrender any rights or obligations,when she feels triggered or she's justified for what comes next & that makes her a danger to society/repeat offender.
The step-mom is using GRB fame only,her family seem dishonest in one way or another.
If she had unnecessary medical procedures,why isn't she going after the healthcare facilities? Because.. It would expose facts & she wouldn't win,any type of lawsuit for such claims.
Feel worried for her child as GRB doesn't have the patience for anything that doesn't fit her agenda,life won't always be a fairytale full of just her wants..
If she feels trapped & once she no longer can use that baby also,they will be in danger hope CPS keeps tabs.
Paternity & health risks-
If she lies who is the father of her baby or manipulates either into no testing & that child has an emergency-Like needing blood,hope she is held accountable for any life risks of that baby.
Remember not long ago she took plan B to kill a potential baby,her spouses without respect of his feelings because she wasn't ready to donate her time for one..
Was Ryan perfect? Hardly. With that said certain things deserve a discussion,to not be malicious or one-sided & that's not a logical trait of GRB.
Again,where is the PO did they fall prey to manipulation? Considering GRB has a harmful past of internet use,why are they allowing her unsupervised access. Things don't add up!
Also GRB mom wasn't ever officially diagnosed with MBP,it was a tactic her lawyer used to help her defense..
Was her childhood perfect,probably not but does any kid feel that way? From dating,eating junk & so forth. Still in the midst of my parental abuse or even after,never felt murder was the only best conclusion.
The only time any murder is justified & even still can be a fine line,so why her story is lies & her entitlement is outrageous..
If it was in the extreme heat of the moment abuse,where it was self-defense such as a kill or be killed you can sympathize. If you kill someone after the fact,especially with planning than you are not a true victim.
Why this type of series needs to be removed or additional PSA warnings,to not give credit for someone that is nothing short of potentially killing again..
Great message your sending that crime pays,give this type platform to someone deserving!
Roswell, New Mexico (2019)
Out of this world..
Did they pick only people with moles on their faces,was noticing a unique trend especially with any female characters.
Although it did take a few episodes to really get into it,almost did stop watching it..
Completed the series in three days but was left a bit dissatisfied with how it ended,however have seen worse conclusions.
The casting was decent as was the acting,cinematography & music.
You will experience plotholes,clichés & agendas throughout.
Never seen the other series & not sure how it was connected to this one,if it was better or worse but will be checking it out.
Even though as mentioned it ended a bit with wanting more,like did Max return & so forth.. Still worth watching.
Rescuing Christmas (2023)
Hmm..
Shocked! A film not solely in Canada,pretending to be another place..
Just for that will give this positive stars,especially because it was Duluth.
Now on to the rest where it was a bit dumb so she wishes away Christmas & instead of enjoying it but coming to realize,the mistake therefore figuring out how to return things back..
She goes from wishing,waking to the change & trying to get back what not even 24 hours later bothered her.
Considering the whole story plot it felt a bit hypocritical for her statement,about skipping Christmas next year & going to Hawaii..
Because again she is caught in her own feelings over things not going accordingly,as the movie is nearing being over.
RLK acting is a bit bland maybe,it's her voice or something..
Otherwise it was cast ok,acting average & cinematography decent.
Thankfully music didn't overwhelm the talking,like in past Hallmark movies.
Full of clichés,plotholes & a storyline been done before..
Again,it's Hallmark!
Overall worth a watch but,not a rewatch like other Christmas movies.
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (2024)
Honest review of a beloved franchise..
Boring! Felt like a basic nod to a classic franchise,with cameo appearances throughout.
You could feel the age of the characters coming out,so their appearances was more for nostalgia or to boost ratings..
Perhaps why it didn't go into theaters,but instead a streaming service.
The story part with Axel & Jane just didn't help things,which was already bland for this type movie genre.
It was cast fine,acting overall ok to average & music plus cinematography decent.
Even the part of Kevin Bacon was dull.. Just felt like,this movie was a bit lazy overall.
This won't be part of the franchise,will be watching again.
Feel this was just a project for Murphy,but honestly wasn't his best.
Worth a watch if bored,mostly.
Russian Doll (2019)
Well..
I finally decided to watch this & completed it within a day,as it's two seasons with reasonable amount of episodes..
With that said it was enjoyable & than we get into season two,where it started trying to be way too clever & it became a cluster-f@ck in places.
How it ended felt incomplete or perhaps it wasn't,still didn't honestly feel overly satisfying.
Note to writers:
Artsy does not mean clever,does not mean good,does not mean only deep thinkers will understand or leave it up for interpretation that clears you of admitting to viewers & yourself it needed improvement.
Do we need a season 3? Perhaps,but won't be upset if there isn't.
Full of clichés & plot holes,but not overly typical either..
I think where somethings failed,was the storyline in certain episodes- As mentioned trying to be clever,which only made it feel messy.
The other major problem how season one ended was odd in the last minutes,but we get into season two & it didn't feel cohesive in the transition from season one- It almost felt like a new story,even though it did intertwine painfully slow eventually.
It was cast decent,acting,cinematography & music was good also..
Only thing with main actress not saying she is bad however,it seems her acting range is always the same just with different lines/outfits or locations.
Worth a watch,but not worthy of a rewatch either.
Orange Is the New Black (2013)
Well..
Finally.. decided to watch this,glad that I did but wasn't all positive.
I will agree,with several reviews..
Season 1-4 was great,also most of 5 but far as the riot felt dragged out.
We get into season 6 was interesting only because you wanted a follow-up to how it ended previously,what happened to everybody & so forth.
Unfortunately it started losing momentum during several episodes in season 6,perhaps it was the dynamic of the characters being separated & the ones they did show became boring to annoying.
You will find clichés and stereotypes but overall,the acting to actors was decent enough.
I feel the writers got lazy in parts later in the storylines,perhaps to drag things out which is unfortunate.
Still.. Worth a watch.
Your Honor (2020)
Well..
The slowest moving series.. I think if a few scenes were shorter or perhaps cut all together,it really might of helped some.
I did watch it all within two days,but nothing else interested me to stream instead.
It was cast decent & acting was ok also cinematography,felt dull it needing better ambience.
The main kid(Judge's)was hard to feel sorry for,came across as a wimpy loser.
Not a series will view again,despite having such a strong male lead of BK..
If you never seen him in Breaking Bad,go watch it & you will see.
Unsure what else to say.. but 600 words is required,they like you being chatty here.. lol.
The Act (2019)
Facts over Fiction: Understand the difference.
Nothing against any actor they did as written,with that said..
This series only is an interpretation of the actual facts,therefore people are thinking Gypsy was a misguided victim.
Sad truth this was premeditated & for all the time with planning,she could of took another way to resolve things..
However she seen a person vulnerable & used it,not saying Nick is innocent but Gypsy should still be incarcerated too.
Yet here she is out on parole,using people & being allowed too many freedoms a person with a lesser crime wouldn't get..
She is changing her looks,travel beyond speak engagements,social media access,relationships with men,profiting off her crime & more!
Where is her PO are they ok,did they get paid to ignore Gypsy and her antics? A normal felon would of been,already receiving numerous violations or being put back in.
People feel she is a queen,celebrity or should be women of the year. Gulp!
She hasn't done anything productive unless bullying other parental abuse survivors count,as this narcissistic feels this alone is her platform.
Also her mom wasn't ever officially diagnosed with MBP,it was a tactic her lawyer used to help her defense.
Why the series needs to be removed or additional warnings,to not give credit for someone that is nothing short of potentially killing again.
The Prison Confessions of Gypsy Rose Blanchard (2024)
Disgusted..
GR is not deserving of the attention which she is thriving in for personal gain,versus a therapeutic & redemption approach.
Why did they(courts & so forth)allow someone such freedom? She is on parole not probation for early release,which means her sentence wasn't/isn't fully completed..
I've seen those with minor crimes get less liberties,until they prove acclimation into society with time is proven.
To all those letting her act so foolish like the world owes her don't act surprised,when she does anything that puts her back in the system.
If she was volunteering or giving back in some way although it would still take awhile for others to trust her,it would show that she walked away healthier instead we are watching a younger version of her mom unfold.
She actually feels her story is hers alone,she's the only person ever parental abused. If she feels threatened your story could take her spotlight that person/social account,faces being bullied by her or a supporter.
Her mom never was diagnosed officially with MBP it was a defense tactic her lawyer used to help,so GR now uses that only to her advantage.
I'm sure some not all she dealt growing up was bad as claimed,however she played a huge part in killing someone..
It wasn't self-defense versus premeditated,so feel her sentence should of been the same as Nick.
I can't believe her PO allows all they do,makes me think they got paid off or something..
Again she did not serve her full sentence & got early release,therefore why isn't she needing stricter guidelines?
Examples: Continued travel,changing appearance,relationships,social media & more!
She's dangerous & is being given,too much freedom without consequences to harm or perhaps kill again.
Feel worried if she has a child needing attention or makes her feel not free & so forth..
She will approach it negatively,she doesn't have appropriate life skills.
Those giving support calling her queen,etc.. Are not looking at facts,but variety of movie/series "interpretations"instead.
If there was anybody who perfectly fit such a term"Grifter"her/family is that,you can only do shady things or play victim so many times..
Why GRB is a walking time bomb caught in only fantasy wants & desires,anyone dare make her accountable to daily or mundane responsibility she retreats into excuses while hurting anyone along the way.
Shame on you.. Lifetime! Do better give more focus & financial incentives.. For true victims or those,trying to do good for others..
You have given this narcissistic person,way more than 15 minutes-Move on!
Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal (2024)
Well..
A story really that was not compelling or needed to be told,unless it changes minds of those who think deceiving is productive or lucrative.
What bothers me as much as cheaters are those who forgive or push blame,it was the other person & so forth..
Bottom line: Cheaters don't change,really-They just get smarter doing it!
If the victims don't hold people accountable they are only causing a chain reaction,for others to experience the same type fate.
Any website is responsible for how personal data is used,especially after promising things being secure.
Those involved in this didn't seem to learn anything,otherwise this cash cow series wouldn't of been produced.
Lastly- YouTube couple..
Before seeing this did years back catch a few of their videos,they always gave me the ick factor due to not feeling authentic of many things.
The Bad Guardian (2024)
Sad facts..
This movie was upsetting & yet unfortunately,is the reality for many..
I personally feel when anyone(regardless of age)gets appointed a guardian outside family stipulations need to be made.
Examples: Not selling off their property,assets or access to bank accounts until cririteria is met & so forth.
In the case of this movie: Yes the father got injured,which can happen at any age but he was competent & had a loving family that only had his best interests..
Therefore how this guardian took charge so quick,over someone & family had no say but as the movie went on it was obvious why but still proves the system is flawed.
I won't give away how it does turn out,but is a frustrating journey.
Casting & acting was decent,worth seeing if you can.
Black Summer (2019)
Well..
Made no sense,basically..
It was hard to care or invest into anyone,when it didn't give you a beginning narrative..
Than people turn into zombies just by dying,injuries or being bitten?
Regardless the storyline of the military checking out people(zombie status)made no sense,as they wouldn't of been able to tell beforehand anyway.
Than people come out from hiding during sirens to evacuate,again some before everything changed narrative could of helped.
The story dragged & you eventually just want a conclusion,roll credits.
Had typical clichés & plotholes,came across rather low to average budget..
Was hard taking these zombies like the,characters decisions with any real seriousness.
Actors to acting,well.. I wouldn't give out any awards,ugh!
If bored and nothing else on,watch it.. I guess!
Evil (2019)
Here we go,again..
Found this tv series,what feels like a lifetime ago..
Well season one anyway via Netflix & of course it leaves on a cliffhanger,after it gets you invested over many episodes.
It goes to another streaming service for years & finally returned today to Netflix for only season two.
Yet can find season three on another free streaming service,think the new ones are still on Paramount? Heck who cares,talk about disorganized.
In all honesty hardly recall even with the recap,everything that went on during season one.
Still debating if reinvesting my time into this will be worth it,but not a good way to get viewers for any series.
Check out if bored,just remember you might feel dissatisfied.
Don't Pick Up the Phone (2022)
Honest review..
Seen the movie Compliance which got made in 2012,covers enough that Netflix honestly didn't need to cash in on this topic.
It's unfortunate such things can happen & worse managers,that would blindly go along without question.
If my child had this happen.. I would be blaming the company & management,for a variety of violations.
Why did no manager call the police on another line or say until someone arrives,nothing is being conducted..
What logic is anything especially sexual standard protocal,shows how people can so dumb over law & order.
Sad that any person dealt with this & frankly.. I don't feel sympathy for any manager or those they involved,towards the actual victims as those people could of stopped it also!
It did make me wonder if these people in charge could be so quick to act careless,imagine what else they might of been doing over life choices for themselves or others prior? Scary!
Anyway.. Another typical unnecessary,Netflix documentary,.
The Postcard Killings (2020)
Well..
Finally had a chance to see this,reminded me of other similar topics watched.. I'm sure a certain film comes to mind,about a guy who copies & poses his victims after famous killers.
Even a good cast & acting,couldn't make this movie rate above average.
Where this movie kind of blunders revealing who the killers are so early on,than saving it a bit later in a more dramatic way.
However if you watch enough mystery shows,you can piece things together early on anyway.
It was a fairly fast paced movie & felt it all came together in resolve to quickly,but glad it didn't drag on with several filler scenes.
Worth a watch,even just once.
Desaparecer por completo (2022)
Seen via Netflix..
Warning: Harm comes to a dog.
Around 56 minutes in(drugs pet)& the sacrifice scene begins 1:02:16 than ends 1:03:36 approximately..
If you skip ahead you don't miss out on anything pivotal,where it will make you feel confused to the story.
Now onto the remaining review: Was definitely a slow burn,watched it with subtitles..
Interesting premise of a series about consequences,although not original exactly either. One of many topics you find in television or movies,that deal with some curse.
Acting,casting,sound & cinematography was decent enough.
Feel anyone giving this very low ratings is use to in your face horror,with gore at every corner & although this has it within certain scenes it's more subtly placed.
Despite some rough scenes. Worth checking out,even if just once..
Some might not understand how it concludes,but if you think about over the last moments & his final action it does.
Lastly-Will check out other work done,by those involved in this movie.
A Chef's Deadly Revenge (2024)
Hmm..
Typical Lifetime movie..
Are we to believe the(lead)female owns a restaurant,has employees,nice home & car when she looks college age.
Than her friend also has a home,is young & in a successful job.
Only plus on this movie it finally,didn't have the same boring overused actors.
Was full of cliches,plotholes & a storyline seen before.. Stalked & so forth.
Of course the police ignore things(lead)says because she's a female or paranoid after a bad past,but when something else happens the police are quick to take action against her.. At first suspected police,was enabling the stalker.
Felt it was lame such an older guy would stalk a younger person,all because of the circumstances explained-Won't give the main plot away.
Glad the stalkers wife didn't get killed after what she discovered & seemed to be kind,with forgiveness after the movie climax went down.
Worth a watch,but not a masterpiece or worth seeing again.