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Kimitachi wa dô ikiru ka (2023)
Disappointed with this film...not one of Studio Ghibli's best...
Not sure how to feel about it. The Boy and The Heron to me seemed like a very disorganized, messy, and all over the place film. It started off strong, hooking me quickly and even got me tearing up a bit. I was beginning to get excited within the first half, but it didn't match the second half at all. It was confusing and I was very disoriented with it. Random stuff here and there, characters and things that barely added anything to the plot. It felt like a haze. Nothing stood out and lacked the Ghibli magic. It was boring and the events barely did anything to shape the character and felt like they were thrown in for whatever reason. The characters could've used a bit of more personality and the dialogue was fine. The animation, still, is stunning. I didn't get the message at first, but now I do and I found it beautiful. Still, I wouldn't rewatch. Ghibli disappointed me with The Boy and The Heron. Not satisfying at all.
Sister Act (1992)
There is no reason to hate this movie: just pure perfection!
Sister Act was just absolutely wonderful. We all enjoyed watching this and had so much fun with it. I expected it to be extremely and heavily religious and cheesy, but really, it's none of those things. An original plot, executed wonderfully, and engaging and natural dialogue with humor and comedy that is well placed and hilarious. The acting is just so good, they fit their characters well and gave us brilliant performances. They wrote the characters so realistically they are all given their own flaws and quirks and I love it! Whoopi Goldberg is absolutely terrific in this role. It's a sweet and heartwarming story about friendship, with it's fair share of thrills and excitement. Not at all outdated, I was worried it was going to be. It got a little too goofy towards the end, but other than that, this movie is just pure perfection. If you're worried about it being overly religious, it really isn't, or at least, in my opinion it isn't. I'm glad it isn't. But in all seriousness, I can't find a reason to hate it. I definitely recommend this movie. You won't regret it!
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024)
Pretty good.
Just a disclaimer: I've never watched any of the other movies in the franchise, but I'm definitely planning to after watching Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Since I've never watched the other movies, I have nothing to compare it to. Fans of the movie may not like it, and others might.
Furiousa: A Mad Max Saga was honestly pretty good. I enjoyed it to some extent and it was entertaining. I was surprised that Furiosa, the main character, barely had a paragraph of dialogue throughout the entire film. Nonetheless, the acting was great and I liked the casting choices. The violence and the gore was pretty good, sometimes a bit too gruesome in my opinion. It was more gross than it was scary. The special effects were alright in some places, and the fight scenes were choreographed well. They were bloody, action-packed, and engaging. It was also paced very well. I think my favorite thing about this film was the world building. Very well created and written, and so creative and original. If you're new to the franchise, it's a bit hard to understand at first, especially the dynamics between the clans/lands and why this and why that, but it all works out in the end. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is an action packed and bloody thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Not the best movie I've seen, relatively okay, so I give it an 9/10 stars.
Music and Lyrics (2007)
A splendid surprise!
I did not expect Music and Lyrics to be anything special, and I rather thought it'd be one of those terribly predictable and cheesy romantic comedies. But instead I found something just so heartwarming and touching. An original movie, with great execution, and yes, slightly predictable plot, and a brilliant cast who really brought this movie to life! The characters were unique and oddly relatable, and I liked the pacing of it. The chemistry between the two was quite nice, it felt real. The dialogue was nice, natural, and felt smooth, and the writing of it all was just amazing. I will admit this film was just the slightest bit cheesy and dramatic, but aren't all romantic comedies like that? Just to add, a big part of the film was a big pop star who stereotypes and honestly insults the culture and ways of Buddhism just didn't feel right. It's definitely accurate, because pop stars back then did do that, but just enter this film ready that. I was taken by surprise when they added this. I am not Buddhist, but I know many may find this extremely offensive and rude, which it is, so just a warning. Other than that, you won't regret watching Music and Lyrics, for it is a sweet, delightful, and heartwarming romantic comedy worth your time. I recommend.
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (2023)
Glad I could see it without actually going to the concert
Although I'd love to have an opportunity to go to the Eras Tour, tickets are inevitably expensive and we're broke, and the crowds themselves are a bit overwhelming. Hearing about this, we got super excited to see it. It definitely is worth the hype. I loved singing along and it was so entertaining and fun to watch. The songs were fun to sing and it really is an immersive experience. Lovely, fun, thrilling, and exciting. I would watch it again. Singing along throughout the entire movie was incredibly difficult though, my throat hurt! Sort of got boring after a while and it sucked sitting down that long. It was also pretty annoying how we even saw the strange transitions or the speeches she says to the crowd. I would've just preferred songs because they were long and often extremely repetitive. When I re-watched it, me and my family always skipped those parts. I guess for others it's a good break for their voice or they just don't mind it, but I did.
Although it was wonderful, the other people around were the ones who ruined it. They were honestly singing horribly off key, running around, and dancing in front of the screen. It was incredibly annoying. I understand you're a fan, but please let others enjoy the show. In the end, go with friends or family and have fun, but please be respectful of others. Other than that, I definitely recommend it and it was worth the hype!
Spider-Man (2002)
Honestly, I'm not a fan of Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man
I'm not saying I hate it, because I really don't. I just think, compared to the other Spider-Men actors, this one falls a little short. The acting was alright, nothing exceptional, really, and might I say, even a bit too theatrical, and the actors and actresses they chose fit their roles nicely. I think Maguire was a little too old for this film, portraying a high school student, but he still delivered. The action was good, despite the over dramatization of it all. I wish we saw more of the character's personalities and got to know them a bit more personally. The plot was okay, it was interesting but still a bit strange. The music score and actually one of my favorite parts about this film, I thought I was very unique. The humor was good, I suppose, and it kept me engaged. The special effects were alright, but I understand that it's been a while since this came out and I shouldn't hold it against them. Just...if you can't stand old movies or even slightly old ones, maybe don't watch this. With better execution of the plot, I think this would've been a good movie. Overall, this movie just fell a little short and was a bit bland, but relatively good compared to other movies I've seen today. Spider-Man was a bit disappointing, but was alright. Not the best Spider-Man portrayal, although, no hate to Tobey Maguire. Perhaps because he was the original people liked him better? I'm not sure. In the end, it was a decent movie that could've been executed better.
Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
You won't be disappointed by this friendly neighborhood Spider-Man
Spider-Man: Homecoming was really good. Tom Holland portrayed the role as both Spider-Man and Peter Parker very well, and he brought us something unique and different from the others. His character was lovely, a bit more realistic than the previous Spider-Men. I loved every one of the characters, really, all cast extremely well. The humor is on point, a little corny at times but still laughable and it checks out because...it's Spider-Man. The action scenes were intense but fun to watch, thrilling as well as daring and well planned out. The cinematography was great, and so was the costume design. The plot itself was wonderful and was executed nicely. The character development was perfect! I enjoyed watching Peter Parker grow as a person and a hero and they captured it with pure perfection. Definitely one of the better Marvel movies. In the end, Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Homecoming is worth watching and you won't be disappointed by your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man!
Good Will Hunting (1997)
One of the most beautiful and heart-touching movies I've ever watched
Good Will Hunting is honestly one of the most beautiful movies I've ever seen. Although Will Hunting's genius is completely unrealistic, and the plot was somewhat predictable, I'd still give it ten out of ten stars every single time. The characters were so beautifully written, with each their own demons and personalities. You could relate to almost all of them, so unbearably realistic. They captured the darkness but also the beauty of the human race with perfection and I am still in awe. The showed the contradictions, the pains, and the struggles we all go through as an individual. I haven't seen characters with this much depth or personality in a long time. The dialogue was natural and realistic, and the script was even better, heart touching at times. The plot was excellent and the story telling was wonderfully done, told with a certain vulnerability I have not seen in a long time. I cried and I laughed, and the ending was both sad and happy, a strange combination. Good Will Hunting is a tragically beautiful movie that captures the human's essence perfectly, that will leave you in shock once the credits are over and leave you thinking about it for days. I definitely recommend Good Will Hunting.
Easy A (2010)
Pleasantly surprised by this movie.
I really thought this movie would be somewhat outdated or strange, but I actually really enjoyed it. I think it aged alright and it gave me a ton of laughs. Great casting and all the actors and actresses really fit their characters and if anything, added to them. They were all perfect for their roles. I think the dialogue was good. The script was funny and fresh and it wasn't at all stiff or unnatural. The score was good, and the characters were written nicely. It was a good portrayal of high school, nothing too outrageously weird. And it wasn't predictable. There were some twists and turns which I thoroughly enjoyed and although half the movie I was getting second hand embarrassment, I was also laughing and struggling to breathe. It was hilarious. I haven't seen anything like this one, original and pretty good if I do say so myself. The plot itself was good. It either would've turned out great or turned out horrible due to bad execution. But they did a good job. I enjoyed Easy A: anyone can like it, appeals to everyone, and it was a decent, funny, and sweet movie. I recommend it.
Kaguya-hime no monogatari (2013)
One of the most beautiful Studio Ghibli movies I have ever seen-
Honestly, I was a bit anxious and reluctant to watch this one, but I was proven wrong. This is by far one of the best Studio Ghibli films I have ever watched. The story itself is heart wrenching, but powerful and beautiful, and it quickly enchanted me. The animation is stunning, and although it is not the norm, it added so much to the storytelling and feeling of this movie. It is beautifully drawn and almost magical. The characters were so unique and interesting, all with personalities and traits that stood out among the rest. The voice acting was great as well. The soundtrack was amazing. The dialogue was good, smooth and flowed naturally, and the pacing was great. The lesson or moral of this movie was so sad, tragic, but lovely and sweet at the same time, and although this movie made me laugh and smile, it also made me cry. It made me cry for hours afterward. This movie will forever stay with me. Exquisite, beautiful, bittersweet, and tragic, this film is one of the best I've watched in a very, very long time. I definitely recommend The Tale of Princess Kaguya.
Casablanca (1942)
I can see why Casablanca is a classic!
I watched Casablanca recently, expecting it to be outdated and strange, but really, I found myself on the verge of tears and laughing watching this. The acting was beautiful and powerful and the actors all gave extraordinary performances. The plot and story was heartfelt and unique, unlike any film I've seen before. The humor is not at all outdated and I think Casablanca aged very well, decades later, I still found myself enjoying it. The characters all stood out with different personalities and all added to the film in their own special ways. The script and dialogue was all so smooth and realistic, and the cinematography was great. I think it was a lovely romance and drama for its time and ours! At first, it was a little hard to understand, but I quickly got the hang of it. I certainly understand why it's a classic. In the end, Casablanca deserves all the recognition it gets. It was a flawless movie, just not one of the best I've seen. I definitely recommend it though.
Wonka (2023)
I think they overdid it a bit...
After I watched the trailer, I really, really, really didn't want to watch it. But my family convinced me and I decided to give it a try, but I sort of regret watching it now. It was as weird as it was in the trailer. The acting was a bit more theatrical and overly dramatic and strange, but I liked the actors and actresses they chose for the roles. I felt like it was more of a play or Broadway show than a film. The songs lacked any originality or whimsicality and the musical dance numbers weren't very good. The dialogue was...a bit weird, choppy, and unnatural, and the plot was sort of weird and predictable. I didn't really like all the characters. There were some moments that I enjoyed though, and it gave me a good laugh, whether it be from complete and total cringe, or something genuinely funny. This movie was more magical and fantasy-like, and the animation and CGI they used for it was excellently done. They created a beautifully colorful and bright world, and I found that impressive. The lesson or morale was okay. But my younger sister enjoyed it, and I think many other kids would too. It's family friendly, so that's good. As an older teen, though, I don't think I'd re-watch, but I'd definitely recommend it as a family movie night.
Trolls Band Together (2023)
Trolls Band Together fell a bit short from my standards.
Honestly, this film wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either. It was just mediocre. Me and my little sister watched it for fun, and I went in with low expectations and they still fell short. The animations are great. The plot in general had many holes and side plots along with it, which in my opinion, made the movie worse. The songs were decent, great singing, and the voice acting is spot on. But the script was weird and so was the dialogue. Very choppy and unrealistic. And they threw in a ton of adult jokes. Me and my sister were incredibly weirded out by this. I can't imagine little kids watching this. A few of them will go over their heads, but there were a few obvious ones that shocked us. The characters, especially the new ones, were strange and lacked character development or personalities. I don't know how I feel about the two 'villains', the brother and sister Velvet and Veneer. I will admit that this movie was way better than the previous one, but still wasn't at all that good. It's an okay family movie night film, but I still wouldn't recommend it.
World War Z (2013)
Exceeded my expectations.
I had low expectations for the film, but I actually really enjoyed it. It's a solid introduction to apocalypse movies, and me and my family were on the edge of our seats the entire time. The plot was pretty good and interesting. The dialogue was decent, and the acting was good. The gore was minimal and semi-realistic, and the action scenes were pretty intense, but that's what I liked about it. The 'zombies' were a bit weird. I didn't like how they were animated, and they looked incredibly stupid. There were some minor plot holes, but I guess that's okay. Good fighting and great cinematography. I'd say World War Z is a pretty good thriller zombie film despite it's few flaws, and I'd recommend to those who want to get into the genre.
The Kid (2000)
Honestly, this is one of the sweetest movies I've ever watched-
I'm surprised at the low reviews. I actually really enjoyed this movie, and my family did too. It was sweet, heartwarming, comedic and absolutely hilarious! The acting was amazing, and they all really fit their characters. The plot is interesting enough, and it's well paced. The characters are all written so well, so well to the point I almost yelled at the television. The lesson, or moral, was really lovely and it really reassured me that everything would be okay when I grew up. I've always been afraid about what will happen afterwards, but this movie really made all my fears quite literally disappear. However, I don't know if young children would love it that much, because the characters and the plot are more complex than you'd think. It's also not the best film I've ever watched, but it's still better than the other things I see these days. In the end, I really loved this film and it almost brought me to tears. It's too underrated. I definitely recommend!
Me Before You (2016)
Such an emotional, beautiful, and tragic film.
Me Before You is such a touching romantic film that left me crying on the couch not sure what to feel. The actors chemistry together really is something, and the performances were all so powerful and moving. Their characters are so beautifully complex and elaborate, with different and unique perspectives and personalities. Lou and Will are really so perfect together. I loved the plot, it kept me hooked and engaged throughout the entire film. The script and their dialogue feels so natural. Towards the end, though, it's so darkly sad that it made me feel so empty inside. I cried so much at the end. It was hard to deal with that emotional baggage. It was so raw and painful I have no idea how they were able to convey this all into a film. If you can't deal with that, you won't enjoy this movie. In the end, I really loved this movie. Me Before You is a tearjerker that will leave you happy, sad, and confused all at the same time. I recommend. Definitely one of the best romance movies I've ever watched.
Kokuriko-zaka kara (2011)
Honestly, it's not Studio Ghibli's finest...
I was disappointed with From Up On Poppy Hill. At first, it started out amazing. I loved the characters, who were all unique and lovely in their own ways, and I thought the animation throughout the entire film was just lovely. I'm always blown away by the amount of beauty Studio Ghibli captures in 2d. Anyways, then the plot twist comes. And it's honestly shocking. I was absolutely disgusted at first, because they still had feelings for each other despite this secret. They said they'd remain friends but they'd always love each other. I was shook. After that, I couldn't help but hate the romantic tension between the two characters after they revealed it. And then they cleared up the confusion, and gave us the actual answer, and now it was okay for them to love each other. I hated it. This plot twist ruined the entire movie for me, honestly. But even after all of that, it was still a good and relatively wholesome moving that sort of revolves around the loss and grief of family loss, and the value of true friendship and pure love and determination. From Up On Poppy Hill had a lot of potential, and it was an 'okay' film, mediocre at best. I wouldn't watch it again, though. Not one of Studio Ghibli's best...
Omoide no Mânî (2014)
Not bad, but not the best Studio Ghibli film I've watched.
Honestly, I enjoyed When Marnie Was There. It was a sweet, emotional, and lovely film about friendship and loneliness. The characters are unique and different from protagonists we see in everyday films, which I appreciated. I related a lot to both of the girls, and loved seeing their growth and character development throughout the film. The animation was just stunning, and the plot was relatively engaging. For little kids, however, I will say this was a bit confusing to watch, but as an older viewer, I enjoyed it. I liked watching things piece together. Anyways, I was not shocked at the plot twist, but I loved its creativity. Anyways, When Marnie Was There is a sweet, wholesome movie that I enjoyed. I didn't love it, but I don't hate it either. I recommend.
Alita: Battle Angel (2019)
Not bad, not good. Just...mediocre
Alita: Battle Angel was a little overhyped, I think. It wasn't anything exceptional and fell short to my standards. The plot had potential. It still was pretty good, just not as well executed as I would've hoped. The action was decent: it was intense and the gore was appropriate for the scenes. The entire idea is pretty interesting, and the special/visual effects were spot on here. However, to me, the acting was a bit stiff and unnatural. The dialogue was choppy and very scripted. They threw many stereotypical scenes and tropes in here, which annoyed me and my family. I wish they developed more on character development. Their personalities were a dry and there was nothing that made them an individual or different than the others. Alita's whole personality is just being rebellious, dangerous and reckless and that's all. The romance was written horribly. It was also pretty predictable at times. I guessed almost every 'plot twist' there was. I didn't like how it ended on a cliff hanger. But in the end, despite all it's flaws, it was still really interesting and intriguing, and that's why I'm not giving it one star. It's a good introduction to science fiction/dystopian/thriller movies. Still, not the best, and I'm sorry to say that Alita: Battle Angel is just...mediocre.
Inside Out 2 (2024)
Pretty good for a sequel.
I actually loved Inside Out 2. Not better than the original, but definitely close. A very sweet, original, coming of age story that all ages can love and enjoy. So many people were crying in the movie theater, including me, and these people included teenagers, full grown adults, and little kids. It was pretty amazing. The animation in this movie is pretty good, and the concept is interesting. The humor is well paced through out the film. To be honest, I think the whole movie about the teenage experience is a bit exaggerated and dramatic, but it's not too far off, coming from a teen herself. The moral and message of the movie is really sweet and was very entertaining to watch. It's a good family movie and I'm glad Disney and Pixar made a comeback with this one. In the end, Inside Out 2 is definitely worth the hype and worth watching.
The Time Traveler's Wife (2009)
Confusing but still a lovely film.
The Time Traveler's Wife was a sweet, sad, heartbreaking, and touching film that I enjoyed. I've never read the book, but I liked this. The acting was amazing, and the actresses and actors performances really moved me to tears. The plot was well paced and interesting. The romance was written well and the chemistry between Rachel McAdams and Eric Bana was amazing. I will say what I didn't like about this movie was how complicated it was to understand. Me and my family were all so confused during it, up until about half way through the movie we got it. I wish they made it more clear in the beginning so we didn't question it every time. Still, I don't really like time travel movies, for their lack of logic and science annoys me, but I think this one portrayed it the best (not saying that it's entirely accurate, either, but still better than ones I've seen before.) Anyways, The Time Travelers Wife was really good and I enjoyed it. Recommend.
Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)
One of my new favorite comedies!
I'll be honest, I had my doubts about Mrs. Doubtfire. I was worried it would be extremely outdated or boring, but I really enjoyed this. One of my favorite comedy movies. All the actors gave extraordinary performances, even the children, despite their young age. The humor is on point and is still overall quite a comedic film. I will say it was there were a lot outdated dirty jokes and comments. I think this would've made a great movie for all ages if they didn't include that. Moving on, the makeup job for Robin William's was great. They really convinced us, the audience, that he was a woman. The message about family, divorce, and marriage was really sweet and heartbreaking at the same time. These themes were handled very well. In the end, I applaud Mrs. Doubtfire for showing us that comedies can be quite literally serious, sad, heartwarming, funny, and hilarious at the same time. Rest In Peace, Robin Williams.
Hauru no ugoku shiro (2004)
I love this movie!
Howl's Moving Castle is such an interesting, beautiful, and strange film. I haven't read the book, just to get that out of the way. I really enjoyed this movie. The plot itself is so original and complex. A bit hard to understand at first, and there were a few things that were confusing, but everything makes sense at the end. The animation is just stunning and breathtakingly beautiful. The characters were all so great and so realistic. There was a lot of character development here too, which I enjoyed. The romance was written so well and I absolutely adored it. Anyways, Howl's Moving Castle kept me interested and on the edge of my seat the entire time. I loved how strange and intoxicatingly lovely this movie was, and I think it's one of the best Studio Ghibli movies out there. I definitely recommend.
Sen to Chihiro no kamikakushi (2001)
One of the best Studio Ghibli movies I have watched.
I was simply blown away by this film. I've never seen something so original in an animated film. This deep, complex, interesting, and beautiful fairytale enchanted me to my core and kept me intrigued the entire film. The artwork was so beautiful, and the animation was simply stunning. The storytelling was amazing, and the pacing was great. The slight romance in the plot was written amazingly, so pure and heartwarming. The mythology, the legends, and the creatures they built are so interesting and original. The entire experience was just so full of wonder and magic. I get some people may think this movie is strange, which it is, but that's what I like about it. In the end, I found Spirited Away a powerful, lovely, and magical movie, and I definitely recommend.
The Fall Guy (2024)
Not that bad.
I'm surprised by how many low reviews there are for this movie. I actually really enjoyed The Fall Guy. The performances were great and the actors all portrayed their characters perfectly. The humor was good and well placed throughout, and the chemistry is on point. Blunt and Gosling really do make a good pair. The plot was okay, sort of predictable, though, and there were some plot holes that really didn't make sense. As long as you don't think too much into it, you'll enjoy the movie. The action was pretty good. The choreography and cinematography was nice, too. In the end, I had pretty high hopes for The Fall Guy, but it fell just a bit short. It's still enjoyable, fun, and thrilling and will have you on the edge of your seat. I recommend.