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Leap Year (2010)
Best rom-com
I loved this movie! It is a romantic comedy, but it is unique and individual than the classic love story. Although somewhat predictable, I never wanted to stop watching because of it. I absolutely loved Amy Adams in this film. She did a great job and really encompassed her character fully. This is definitely a film where you feel attached to the characters and want to continue to see them grow with each other and in themselves as well. The chemistry between the characters was phenomenal. You could truly see and feel the love and tension between them from the very first moment they met. It is a classic enemy to lover storyline, but it really works so well for this film. It is captivating and compelling, and makes you want to continue to watch it. It is so enjoyable to watch, and does not take up any of your energy. I would recommend it as a light-hearted film to watch at the end of a long day to put you in a better mood. The. Production was great and the camera quality was good fro the time it was made. I loved how they had wide shots of Ireland so you got to see what their surrounding areas were like. Overall, I really enjoyed this film. I would definitely watch again. But I will say, after watching, you definitely will want to go visit Ireland, or maybe even move there!
La La Land (2016)
Outstanding production quality
I did not really know much about this movie before watching it. I knew it had won awards and its reputation was that it was one of if not the best movie to come out that year. And I would say it somewhat lived up to that reputation. It was definitely not one of my favorite movies I have seen recently, but the direction and quality of it was too good, it kept me interested. Honestly, part of the reason I did not love it was because of how long it was. I feel like some aspects or scenes could have been cut out, while still maintaining a solid storyline. I also feel this way about the marvel movies that are super long though, so it might just be a personal preference. Ryan and Emma have an amazing chemistry throughout the whole movie. I think it helps that they have played love interests before in other movies too, but they are also just phenomenal actors, so it makes sense. The camera work is one of the best parts about the film. They way it moves with their dancing is so unique. I also like the use of the different angles throughout the film. The coloring is on par and as it would be in real life. Overall, it was a very solid film. I do not fully understand the hype around it, but I can appreciate good cinematography and strong acting, which were both present in this film.
Good Will Hunting (1997)
A classic film
This is a classic film in my opinion, right up next to the Breakfast Club. It is one that will never go out of style, and will never stop being great. Matt Damon is a phenomenal actor, and really dives right into this character in the best way. The supporting characters are also phenomenal and you almost immediately become attached to them, and want to see them grow. The script is very well-done, with snarky little phrases and witty remarks scattered throughout. Again, something that will never go out of style. The storyline is so compelling. You really get to see Matt Damon's character grow and change into this phenomenal man. I think all audiences love to see that in movies- major character growth. I originally started watching this movie for Matt Damon, and because I had heard of it many times before but never watched it. And I am glad I finally made the time to watch it. The styling was one of my favorites from any movie I have seen thus far. The costumes were fun and matched each character perfectly, I loved getting to see Matt Damon's character's friends outfits especially. Overall, a great film and a classic that everyone should watch. It is lighthearted but impactful, and I think it would appeal anyone, not matter which type of film is your favorite. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun friday night movie.
A Simple Favor (2018)
Just kinda strange
When searching on Netflix one night I saw this and thought it would be great since it had both Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick in it. Under the title it said comedy, suspenseful, and I thought it was a weird mix so I decided to watch it. And boy was it a weird mix. It was trying to be both a comedy and a thriller. The plot was weird, and while yes it was suspenseful and you did not really know what to expect next, it was also just strange, and whatever did end up happening next was always a little out of pocket. It was kind of fun to see Anna Kendrick's character switch from goodie two shoes to not so much, especially since she does not play a goodie two shoes very often. Blake Lively was also great in it, as always. The acting was great overall. The production quality was great and the scenes were very well done as well. The assisting characters gave a nice comedic relief when it got stressful. I really loved the lighting in the film as well. It was on par for whatever was happening in the scene. Dark and dreary when it was suspenseful, and light and cheery mostly at the beginning of the film, which showed a great progression. Overall, it was a pretty good film. I am not sure I would recommend it often, but if you are looking for something suspenseful but low-key, this would be good!
American Murder: The Family Next Door (2020)
Chilling
This was a great documentary. I have watched a handful of crime documentaries and this was one of the better ones in my opinion. It was so interesting but spooky to be able to see the police body cam footage from the going to the house. You can also see the neighbors and their distraught faces, which makes it feel so real. Being able to see live footage from that and from the interrogation in the prison, just adds so much emotion to the piece. And that is what I will say, this film is full of emotion. When you see something like this about a family that seemed happy and put together from the outside, and then have this happen to them, it really makes you think. I for one thought that you can never really truly know someone, which is scary. I like how they switched from real footage from hat time, to pictures and scenes from after the incident as well. That made it really keep you attention and make you want to watch more. The quality was great and the direction was done well. You could tell a lot of hard work went into this, and that the director had done their research on the topic vastly. I do not think there would be anything I would change about it, really. Overall, a great and truly chilling documentary. Well done and would definitely recommend to people who like crime documentaries or want to start watching them!
Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal (2021)
Had higher hopes
I was really looking forward watching this, and honestly it was somewhat disappointing. It did not keep my attention well at all and could have been so much more interesting. The colors were all blues and dark, which I understand why they wanted to use it, but it did not add anything good to the film. I think this story is so interesting and it could have been a great film, but within the first 20 minutes of the documentary, I found myself reaching for my phone out of boredom. It was not horrible, and it was somewhat interesting, but it could have been more captivating. I think part of the reason I was not a fan was that it was actors instead of the real people or real footage for most of it. They mentioned how the conversations were real, but not being able to see it from the people themselves was not as interesting. The interviews were stagnant as well. However, the cinematography was great. The quality was consistent and good. Also the angles of the scenes had a good variety to them as well. If this is something you are interested in, I would suggest it, because it does give a really good overview of everything. However, if you are not as interested in it, this may not be for you. It is well done and tells a solid story, but just not my up of tea.
Top Gun: Maverick (2022)
the cinematography!
I really can not recommend this movie more! It is so well done, truly. Not only is the acting great. But the storyline is so compelling and keeps your attention the whole time. The shot types are diverse enough but flow together so well. You get attached to the characters and want to see them grow and develop. The lighting and composition of the shots is one of the best in movies I have seen in the last few years. It matches each scene perfectly. I think my favorite part of the movie is the soundtrack. Every song creates a mood and feeling for the scene. Whether it be fear, anxiety, joyful, sorrow, you name it and the feeling is there. The movie also have a great mix of emotional scenes and fun/energetic scenes. It can make you laugh and cry, or in my case, get a little stressed for the characters. The one thing I would say is that Tom Cruise is not the star of the show. While he may have been previously, I think the younger characters really take the stage in this film. They bring the movie to life and allow the younger audience to connect with them. I think the love scene in the movie is a little unnecessary, but a good aspect of it nonetheless. Overall, a great film and I would highly recommend it to anyone, no matter your likes or dislikes!
Gaga: Five Foot Two (2017)
Very honest and raw
This was a pretty good documentary! It was very raw and gave a really good insight into her life. It did not give a play-by-play of her success and how she got to where she was. It also was not a timeline of her career, but rather just where she is at now and how she is doing. She is 30 when the documentary was filmed, so you get to hear about her processing that and how she plans to live her life from that day forward. She shows the hardships and physical struggles she has faced and continues to deal with. I lot of this she has not put on social media and has not been written about, so it goes unnoticed. The film uses a lot go really raw camera shots. The shots are shaky and there is not really any sit down or formal interview in it. That being said, it gives the film a very honest and real vibe to it. It makes you feel as though you are just following a day in her life with her. Even though the camera was shaky and just very casual, it was still shot with a high quality camera, and the film itself was high quality. You get to see her home and where she writes, and get to meet her family. When it shows her grandmother, the camera angles they used make it feel as though you are in the room there with them. Overall, a great insight into fame and someone who has been in the public eye for so many years now, and continues to grow.
Lewis Capaldi: How I'm Feeling Now (2023)
Great view inside his life
I was not really expecting anything going into this film. I am not really a fan of Lewis capaldi, but know his music and knew very little about himself. I really enjoyed this film! It did not keep my attention the whole time but it was really cool to see the ins and outs of his life. He is such a unique celebrity, in the fact that he does not really give in to the glitz and glam of the Hollywood lifestyle. He is goofy and down to each, and really honest. The film starts off with his current life, and talk about his life and career during the pandemic and also struggles he faced. I was unaware of the hardships in his life, so it brought a whole new layer to him after watching the documentary. I liked the production a lot as well. It was a good mix of interview clips, concert clips, and different shot types as well. I liked being able to hear him sing his music acoustic during some scenes too. I loved when they put in clips that he took himself as well. There were some video clips that were taken off of his iPhone in a selfie mode which was fun because it made it feel personal. He was really open with the camera crew and let the viewers take and honest look into his life. I would definitely recommend for a weekend watch if you are at all interested in Less Capaldi.
Miss Americana (2020)
More than just Taylor Swift
I first watched this documentary because I love Taylor Swift's music, but that's not what kept me drawn in. The documentary discusses more than just her life, but the struggles that come along with being a celebrity, and more importantly being a celebrity at such a young age. It is a real and honest look into her life, and I am sure there are celebrities that have gone through the same thing. By the end of the documentary, you get to see Taylor truly find herself. She has become someone that so many people look up to because of her honestly and authenticity, and this documentary shows that perfectly. The production is great, as well. There is a great mix of interview clips, to concert clips, some that were candid, and some that were in-time with big events happening in her life. The editing was well done as well- it was editing in a timeline of her life. Starting with reminiscing when she was younger, to her current tour that was happening at the time. The quality is phenomenal and allows you a clear insight into bits and pieces of her life. The music was fitting, of course it was mostly her music, but that is what eh fans want to see. And those who were not fans of her got to hear bits and pieces of her songs. There is joy, there are tears, and everything in between and outside of them. Whether you like her or not, she is one of the biggest, more influential people and celebrities of our time.