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Monsters (2022)
S2: Great performances but lies
I suppose it begs the question why Ryan Murphy felt the need to add so much poetic licence to his "show". I mean this is a true story. Lyle & Erik are still alive. And whether you believe they had a reason to do what they did or not, surely Murphy as the shoes creator has a duty to be factual and not sensationalise an already unbelievable story with what appears to be some whopping untruths.
Erik & Lyle have categorically stated they did not have an incenstouous relationship so why paint it as such?
And why were the interrogations so graphic when it comes to explaining the child sexual abuse. I don't think I've ever heard this kind of detail before and tbh, it made me turn it off. We know child abuse is horrific, getting down to the nitty gritty details in the name of entertainment is just crass. It's not like this is a new story.
I stopped at episode 5 and haven't continued watching.
That being said, the acting is good. Especially Cooper Koch.
The Inheritance (2024)
Awful
Please only watch this if you're expecting a comedy and you really love the script writing and acting in Pornos. Because otherwise you are going to be bitterly disappointed.
It's not a bad cast so I don't know whether it's just the horrific cheesey, boring and clichéd script or bad direction (both I think) but the actors are for the most part dreadful. And I don't say this lightly.
It's essentially Fall of the House of Usher but a really rubbish version of it. Mike Flanagan did it so much better and will an outstanding cast. I think any of these actors may have shined it that version but they had no hope with this script.
Sweet Magnolias (2020)
This show makes Virgin River look Emmy worthy
Goodness me. The acting in this show is so sub par it's worse than day time soaps!
The storylines are weak, the script is weaker and sometimes non-sensical. I cannot fathom the show's popularity at all.
There is no substance to any of the characters. Their back stories are weak and full of privilege and do not lend anything to the characters themselves. How does Bill Townsend keep fathering so many children when he has zero personality or charm??? I would quite like the character of Noreen if she wasn't such a bad actress...was Jamie Lynn this bad in Zoe 101? I don't think she was. She is like a child playing an adult.
The actors who play Helen & Erik are so hammy it's cringe and the actress who plays Dana Sue is just downright dreadful. She never seems to know what to do with her hands unless she has a prop.and looks downright awkward 90% of the time.
Cal's anger management / battery / assault issues back story is hilarious. He is the least angry man I have seen depicted in a show.
Maddie and Tyler are probably the only 2 with an ounce of talent but again, the material they have to work with is so poor, even they struggle to be convincing a lot of the time.
When a show makes Virgin River look like it's Emmy worthy, you now you need to turn it off.
From (2022)
Writing could be better but overall great show
Interesting premise. Acting is pretty good. Especially some of the younger cast and love Scott McCord as Victor. Harrold Perrineau is a good leading mad albeit a bit try hard sometimes. Same with Eion Bailey - nice to see him in a leading role for the first time in a while as I e always considered him to be an underated actor.
My only gripe would be the script can be a bit weak occasionally. Tad cheesy and lazy dialogue when something a little more cerebral would really elevate this show to a solid 9 or even 10. A few overly melodramatic monologues too many. You know the type, long pauses, wistful looks into the distance. Sort of annoying.
The feel reminds me of something Stephen King might write and definitely had the potential to go a good few seasons so I hope it gets picked up for a 3rd ( I've just finished the 1st) and they give it a decent conclusion in the not too distant future (maybe S4 or S5) before it runs out of steam like Lost or The Walking Dead. Think more Stranger Things eg less is more.
Also this isn't for the faint hearted. It does get gory at times and does have some jumpy moments. The creep factor is fully dialled up at times and I think that's what makes this so damn watchable as it isn't often a show really delivers on the horror front these days as most things have been done before and better.
Fatal Attraction (2023)
The acting is spot on BUT...
Great performances. But I definitely agree that if you're going to compare Joshua/Lizzy to Michael/Glenn you're going to be disappointed. The new leads don't have an ounce of the sexual chemistry that the original actors did BUT...And this is a big but...it doesn't actually matter. The point of this is that Alex becomes obsessed with Dan spurning her. The lack of real chemistry actually makes it more believable because it's easy to see that it's all in her head...Alex loves the idea of Dan, not who he is because she doesn't know him.
She was weak but he doesn't make her promises and she knows he is married from the start. But she doesn't care.
The chemistry between Dan & Beth on the other hand is spot on. He clearly loves his wife & they have a beautiful relationship. But he is weak and makes the biggest mistake of his life.
There aren't any particular surprises so far. Episode 3 showing what happened so far from Alex's point of view didn't hold any twists. Think we all worked out what happened with the sprinklers in the restaurant etc
I am looking forward to episode 4. Though it is freaking me out to see how much Joshua Jackson is a full grown man and not Pacey anymore!!
The Deep House (2021)
Unbelievable
As with other reviewers, I was intrigued by the original concept. Then I heard the dialogue.
Poorly "voice" acted. Too dark and also all the stuff in the house is virtually intact despite being underwater for decades. Paintings and wallpaper are in pristine condition. It's just not believable and that plus the shoddy script / acting just left me cold. I didn't care what happens.
Neither of the lead actors have a particularly interesting back catalogue either so I don't feel the need to check out any of their other movies to see if this was just a blot on otherwise burgeoning careers.
One movie that could actually do with a reboot with a much better script.
The Truth About Love (2005)
Please don't waste your time
The best performance in this is Simon from Blue. You know, the non-actor. JLH you can do so much better than this. It sounds like it was over dubbed (by the actual actors) which was weird unless the sound guy did such a bad job they had to re-record the dialogue.
The script is sloppy, Love's "sexy" accent when she is calling her husband pretending to be his fake valentine is anything but sexy.
Dougray is his usual mediocre self. Jimi Misty can and has done so much better than this.
Where is the JLH who was so brilliant in Heartbreakers. Broke my heart just how bad this was. There's a reason I've only just discovered it exists in 2023. Terrible. Bad. Awful. Nothing redeeming about it whatsoever.
Wolf Pack (2023)
It's not good
15 mins in & the script is basic at best & full of clichés, the storyline is weak, the CGi is poor & there is a little kid who's supposed to be autistic but is just a dreadful actor. The character of Blake is far too angsty (also over acting much) & the lead kid is mediocre at best. I was hoping for a much better vehicle for the spectacular return of Sarah Michelle Gellar. Sadly it is not this. Hopefully she has realised this and has jumped ship. I highly doubt this will be picked up for a 2nd season as I didn't hold out much hope for the remaining 45 mins of episode 1 (I thought I'd watched half of it but actually had only watched 15 mins... it just felt like longer 😂). I won't be watching ep 2.
The Shed (2019)
It wants to be something it's not...
I wanted to like this as I have loved Vamp movies since I was terrified by Salem's Lot at 11 years old and then fell in love with Michael in The Lost Boys at 16.
It's safe to say the Director here is a big fan of The Lost Boys and probably Near Dark too. The "You sniffin' glue or somethin'" line is pulled straight from The Lost Boys and delivered in exactly the same way. But this movie doesn't have the style or the substance of TLB's or Near Dark. I mean, all the kid needs to do is pull some planks from the shed wall or roof and end of your Vampire problem. I sturdier prison would have made for a more interesting & believable (as a vamp movie can get) premise.
But the lead kid is kinda good and he does remind me a little of Jason Patric so he gets 5 stars all to himself.
Movie 43 (2013)
If you don't think Movie43 is funny...we can't be friends.
Myself & my best friend watched this at the cinema and howled with laughter. Whilst a few other people walked out! It's possibly the most random film ever. But it's funny. Gross out funny. I've made so many people watch this with me...and so far everyone has enjoyed it!
The Final Girls (2015)
This is fun
Ignore bad reviews. It's fun. Nicely acted silly movie fun.
Colony (2016)
Don't watch if you want an ending!
So I got to S2 Ep2 before I read the reviews on here so now I have stopped watching it on Netflix. What's the point of letting us follow a story only to withhold the ending. Such a shame.
Schitt$ Creek (2015)
The first episode didn't grab me...but...
...I am so glad I gave it a second chance...albeit 2 years later...because this is just sitcom gold. Character driven comedy is just the best and the idea that I could possibly fall in love with all of the Rose family seemed ridiculous at first, as none of them are particularly likeable...but over the S1 episodes...I did just that. Daniel Levy is just genius as David but Annie Murphy, Catherine O'Hara & Eugene Levy and the rest of the cast are equally superb. The casting of Noah Reid's 'Patrick' as David's love interest is perfection...David & Patrick may be (are?) the greatest TV couple of all time...EVER. Emily Hampshire, Jennifer Robertson, Sarah Levy & Chris Elliott are the icing on the cake. Gutted it was only 6 seasons but respect to the team for going out on an all time high!
Castle Rock (2018)
Intriguing
Stephen King loves to layer his worlds. If you don't understand that from the get go...I understand why you may have found season 1 tough. I loved it as I have been reading Stephen King since I was 11 so I understand how his mind works. I would implore everyone to give Season 2 a go. Same feel but much more linear...(albeit flashbacks a plenty). Amazing performances from Lizzie Caplin as Annie and the highly underrated Paul Sparks as Ace. I just wish Castle Rock wasn't a paper town so I could visit!!