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Guadalcanal Diary (1943)
Don't waste your time
This film was one of the worst films I have ever viewed regarding WWII! The depictions of battle are atrocious, from the start. If you have read anything about the battle of Guadalcanal, you know the taking of the airfield was hard fought. The depiction here is a joke and a disgrace to the men who died fighting to take the airfield. Move on and find something worthy of the sacrifices made by the 1st Marine Division. If the film is this bad, I can only imagine how horrible the book must be. The end of this film could not have come soon enough, as I watched it I continued to drop my rating further and further.
1883 (2021)
Gets my Emmy for best writing
I started watching this "Yellowstone" origin story hoping it may reach the level of "Lonesome Dove" for its authenticity and western excitement. The story is told from a completely different perspective and thus did not thrill me, at first. By the 10th concluding episode , I have to say this was one of the most thoughtfully written , scenically beautiful, well acted series I have ever enjoyed. A spectacular, emotional and inspiring story. A year from now, I'll surely watch again! Cowgirls like my cousin Patricia Morine and Lisa Sussman will especially enjoy this western drama. I'll be searching for more from Taylor Sheridan.
Treasure Island (1934)
Yo ho ho, and a bottle of rum!
This is just such a fun film. If I had kids or grandkids to watch this film with, I wouldn't wait a second. This is truly the "mother of all pirate movies!" Don't wait for the kids. Enjoy this treat.
May (2002)
A Halloween treat
If you are looking for an out of the ordinary Halloween film, this could be your treat. May describes herself as "weird," and her friends along the way reinforce this self perception. Excellent acting throughout the film, from some actors of which you may find familiar. For what it is, I'd give it an 8. I found it on tubi.
Busanhaeng (2016)
Aloha 'oe
If you like "zombie," films, as I do, you are sure to like this one. As in any drama you must identify and care about the characters. Plenty to care about here. Some original zombie action themes added to the enjoyment.
Babylon Berlin: Episode #3.9 (2020)
Consummation
The viewer is rewarded in this episode with the emotional character development of our protagonists. I was moved by, what I had been waiting to see happen in previous episodes. This show just keeps growing in me.
Babylon Berlin: Episode #2.8 (2017)
Best so far
Loved this episode, from start to finish. Closed some stories and opened up new ones. Good to see some people get it who should. My personal favorite of the first 2 seasons.
Goin' South (1978)
Surpassed expectation
I liked this film which contained both "classic" performances and homage to many elements of good westerns.
Shakespeare in Love (1998)
Academy got this wrong
I collect DVDs and recently added Shakespeare in Love to my collection of Academy Award Best Picture winners. I recall the night when this film beat out what is perhaps the best combat film of all-time, Saving Private Ryan. I thought, why not give "Shakespeare" a shot and see . Come to learn that not only did this film win Best Picture but also Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress. By the end of the film, I was asking myself, "are you kidding"? A travesty this film somehow won the Best Picture award. And the actresses? Well along with the film, how did these actresses win their categories? Robbery!
Mermaid Down (2019)
Diamond in the rough
I enjoyed this fantasy thriller. Well cast, from start to finish. The "psych ward" aspect far exceeded my expectation. Trust and teamwork. Take a moment to enjoy this little gem.
Joker (2019)
Dark, Powerfully Haunting.
Dark. Powerful. Surpasses "One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest", for its portrayal of mental illness. Haunting original score. I see Oscar nominations for Best Actor, Picture, Director, Original Screenplay and Musical Score. This is NOT a film for "everyone". Prepare to be moved and terrified by the content. For me a 10, another may rate as a -10. Only you can be the judge.
Mute (2018)
On second thought
On second thought, I returned to imdb to lower my original rating. The depictions suggesting the child abuse of young girls is offensive and prurient. These sort of scenes are unnecessary and inappropriate.