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Twisters (2024)
Does anyone know anything about tornadoes?
I shouldn't have watched this...really. I am glad many people got some enjoyment out of the film but is NOTHING like how it happens in real life. Having lived in Oklahoma for most of my life I clearly remember May 3rd 1999. We were in Moore, OK...the center. The tornado was a mile and a half across and 350 mph. Yes, 350 mph. We gave the best meteorological center in the world. In this movie they actually say that some sunrise tornadoes pop up! REALLY? A tornado doesn't just sneak up on you! We know well in advance so we can go into our storm cellars we have installed. The film portrays Oklahomans as ignorant idiots that don't pay attention to the TV. Do you honestly think that weather of this type is a surprise? By the way, there are few tornado experts that are 26 years old and look 17. These twister chasers with stupid catch phrases make me sick. Whoo whoo, I'm gonna chase a tornado, never mind your whacky fun causes over one billion dollars damage and 45 lives were lost in it. My son was 9. No kid should have to wonder if they are going to die. Subsequently, he has PTSD. He's 34 now and large storms still drive him crazy. So here's the deal...if some jackass came to Moore or Norman or Enid and thought he was cool because he was going to chase a tornado he would get his butt kicked down the street. This movie Hollywoodized something shouldn't have been made to look cool.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023)
Aquaman Review
I get it. They try to put some humor in the film to, possibly, make Aquaman more relatable or fun...who knows. How about this for stupid: they show Aquaman as a regular fun loving parent while he is on land. One way to show that? He has a clothesline and his Aquaman costume is hanging out to dry! So he cleaned his suit and needs to dry it? His suit is made for water...also, I can't get over how stupid they make him out to be. There is no real connection. All the relationships are disjointed and the storyline falls short. It's clear they just wanted to put this out at Christmas time to maybe increase viewership. The underwater scenes were the only scenes that were somewhat entertaining. Nicole Kidman as the mother of those two "boys" is a joke. Patrick Wilson (Ocean Master) could be her husband for god's sake! By the way, Aquaman addresses the UN, and the world live on television, it is a serious event. The entire planet is introduced to Atlantis and what does Aquaman do after speaking to the world? He hollers out a nice "yahoo" and acts like a wrestler from the WWA. Wait for it to come out on Disney +.
Blue Eye Samurai (2023)
One of the greatest animated series...ever.
Is that a stout statement? Is it true? Yes, but don't take my word for it. I won't say silly things like "I rarely write a review" in order to prove to you that the series is amazing. Do yourself a favor...DO NOT COMPARE THIS TO ANYTHING! Everything about the series is fantastic. I don't know how to say what I need to about the animation. It has "weight" to it. It moves, it is graceful...even the extremely graphic fight scenes. They are not gratuitous...everything is essential and hinges on each other. The characters are deep and you truly feel for them. Even the enemies. When you watch it you will come to the same conclusion...it ranks up there with the best animated series...ever.
Dredd (2012)
Fun graphic action
If you are looking for a smooth story line with intrigue and mystery this isn't for you. This is basically a movie you watch at home because you are yearning for graphic, blow 'em the heck up, shoot fest. It has some pretty descent actors...but if you expecting Lena Headly to reprise her role in game of throats, think again. It always interests me when these type of films try to make the main criminal look as horrible as possible...like scars, superhuman strength and...wait for it...horrible, rotting teeth. Headly's character, Ma-Ma has control of all the drug flow in the city and makes a fortune but she can't even go to a periodontal surgeon and get those choppers replaced with some nice implants! Heck, maybe she just likes hobo sleep in a dumpster teeth. Anyway, if you like killing and not a deep storyline this the flick. I dug it.
The Bear (2022)
Do yourself a favor...watch this!
There are a number of elements that make this show fantastic...I said it...fantastic. The acting is off the hook, the attention to detail. The good thing is it is done so well you don't have to be in the restaurant business to enjoy it...that said, if you HAVE been in the restaurant industry you will be absolutely blown away. There are entire episodes built on one character or background info. The characters grow...they change. It's amazing to watch. I will say I did not like the "cousin" character Richie. Not at all...but then he grew, he evolved, he took a look at himself and changed. Now he is one of my favorites. So this really is not a "spoiler" review, however, buckle up, things develop in an amazing way!
Boston Strangler (2023)
Not a history lesson.
The acting is fine and the cinematography is purposely dark and moody. It works. As long as you do not go into this like it's a history book or a documentary you will be fine. Much of what they portray is true. If you use Wikipedia on any of the characters you will learn more. Understand that at the beginning of the film they say it is "inspired" by a true story. Do you realize that just by using that statement they can completely create another narrative. I mean, it's just inspired right? I'll give you an example...it was long thought that Albert DeSalvo was the THE Boston Strangler. History has since showed a more plausible explanation. I won't get into that..the example is one they used to create mystery and drama. Reporter Loretta McLaughlin was set to go interview DeSalvo in prison. The night before McLaughlin was set to go DeSalvo is stabbed in prison. DeSalvo WAS stabbed in prison...in 1973 over drug dealing, not in the 60s and not to shut him up. So, the acting is very good, the moody camerawork works, some of the storyline is true and much of it is bologna.
The Last of Us: Long, Long Time (2023)
Everything about this episode is as good as it gets
I enjoy "The Last of Us" quite a bit but I never thought that there would be an episode quite like this. It completely changes the tone of the show. The building of the relationship between Bill and Frank, how they exist, how they relate to one another, and the contrast between their personalities is amazing to watch. I don't say this often, and I never thought I would say this about an episode in this series in particular, the episode was beautiful. I have not seen anything like this in certainly a couple years. The writers nailed it and couldn't pick better actors to play the parts. I love Nick Offerman anyway so I knew it was going to be good...but not this good. It is television like this that makes me believe there are still amazing programs on the small screen. One thing...be prepared to have your heartstrings tugged.
The Assistant (2019)
Many have stated the obvious but...
I do agree with many of the reviews that the film is painfully boring. What no one brings up is the confusion with regard to time. Four characters use a smartphone and can be seen texting. Then look at everything else. The equipment they use seems to be from 1999. Even the blender in the kitchen is outdated. Look closely at her computer screen (which also is outdated). She seems to be using Windows 98, the email program is old Outlook. She works for a film office, they can't afford anything from like...this decade? She actually has DVDs, CDs at her desk....and watches a DVD on a portable DVD player! NO ONE uses any of that technology any longer! They would have internal mail programs, all communications would be handled digitally. She even types some things and hands the papers out. Of course that still happens in an office environment but, again, almost all functions she does would generally be done online. The office really seems like 1998. Watch it...you'll see. Even their outfits look like they're from the 90s....oh, and it is so slow it's mind boggling.
The Day the Music Died (2022)
As a musician the song changed my life but...
If you're reading this I have a sneaky feeling you already love American Pie. So I won't review the doc (it was really great. McLean she'd the light on a lot of things). What got me is Buddy Holly was a HUGE influence on Don McLean. They show archival footage but guess what they don't do? No Buddy Holly music is in the film...which leads me to think Holly's estate didn't give the filmmakers the rights to the music. They play "La Bamba" in the background...heck they even mention "That'll be the Day" but don't play it. For me that sucked.
Titans (2018)
Oh relax would you?
Really? Give it a break! All the bad reviews seem to missing the point...what are looking for? Rating this like it is the horrid Batwoman series is just dumb. It's fun. The acting is pretty good considering it's a true life comic book. Soundtrack cool...effects cool. Guys don't go into it thinking you're going to see the Dark Knight. The only complaint I have is the choice of Game of Thrones' Iain Glen as Batman. Horrible choice. Fake accent, he's an old bag and his acting isn't on par with the rest of the cast. Other than that, have fun! It's make believe dude!
Superman & Lois: Waiting for Superman (2022)
There isn't a lot I can say....
I will not spoil this for you. All I can say is, as a person who has watched this show from the beginning, this is by far the best episode of the entire series. It is incredible. It has everything. Action, tension, love, drama, amazing effects. Just watch it. I'll say it again. It is the best episode of the entire series.
Superman & Lois: Worlds War Bizarre (2022)
Love the show but c'mon!
Ok...I get it. It's fantasy...made up. But some things in this episode are pretty ridiculous. There is a square, red sun in the sky...looming, getting ready to merge two worlds. It seems Smallville is the only place on earth that knows about it. Lana and Lois try to decide about telling the awful truth to the town. Here's the deal, if there was a terrible, square, red sun in the sky, THE WHOLE WORLD WOULD NOTICE! Not just a small, Midwestern town. Secondly, the world are going to merge in 12 hours and will kill all of mankind...so Sam Lane (who heads up defense for the entire United States) sits around Clark's farmhouse trying to figure out what to do! Really? Every country, every scientist, all military woukd be on this to prevent it from happening...but, no, it's up to Smallville. Yeah, The New York Times would just be sitting around. Ok, nuff said. It was entertaining but completely dumb at the same time.
Have You Seen This Man? (2019)
Um...Even though produced by ABC it is better suited to public access
I will try to be concise and get to the point...it is not good. There. What is especially terrible are the actor portrayals. Over the top and corny. Many of the re-enactments were not historically accurate. They never really get to what the point is.
A Million Little Pieces (2018)
If you did what he did in this film you would be drunk in a week
I have been sober for over 40 years. I am not an expert but let me try to put things in perspective. He was told he drank and used so much that virtually every organ in his body was damaged. Do you have any idea how long initially it would have taken him just to detox? He would've needed serious medical care. Not a couple days cringing on the floor. Fast forward...he has NO program. He is sick. It took him years to get to where he was at in his addiction. His way almost killed him...SO he still tries to do it his way. He still tries to resolve his problems like he always has...in an addictive, painful, selfish and dishonest way. Now to the girl. There isn't a rehab in the world that would give two addicts a second chance to stay after being caught in a relationship. Why? Trying to foster a relationship, one which involves honesty, support and compromise while IN REHAB WITH ANOTHER ADDICT WHO HAS BEEN SOBER LESS THAN TWO WEEKS would be a disaster. You don't even know who you are in early sobriety. All you're doing is swapping addictions. While we're at it, the program is one of honesty. If you're sneaking around, hiding a relationship IN REHAB you'll be dishonest in other aspects of your life. You're only as healthy as the secrets you keep. Finally, after 28 days in rehab a discharge counselor would recommend a long term facility for 3 to 6 months so they can get involved deeper into sobriety and learn to live sober. Then, if he is as bad as they said he was, he would go to a halfway or three quarter way house to re-enter society. This film makes it look like you go in for a month and then.... GO TO A BAR WITH YOUR BROTHER, ORDER A PINT
OF WHISKEY JUST TO SEE IF YOU CAN RESIST IT AND THEN SHOOT POOL! The guy has no program, doesn't go to meetings, is 30 days from almost dying and you think he will stay sober? No chance...at all. The film is a horrible example of recovery.
Killing Eve: Hello, Losers (2022)
If you have watched this series from the beginning you will want clobber everyone!
What does that mean? Killing Eve worked on so many levels...drama, intrigue, romance, humor. All the boxes were checked to make this series off the hook enjoyable. There is far too much to go into to convince you of what I am saying. If you are here I assume you're a fan. This episode DESTROYED everything that was good about the series. Villanelle ends. That's right! Just ends! She just dies. No tortured looks into one another's eyes...no final words. Not a shred of closure. Eve just screams. Carolyn has a walkie-talkie. Yippee. Carolyn hints at what her actions might be but it lacks any kind of depth. I cannot describe it. There is a reason so many of us have panned this episode. I am not a proponent of violence...I just think the writers, and all involved that thought this would be a great way to end an amazing series, should at least get whacked in the pants. Villanelle and Eve (and the fans) deserved better than this.
1883: This Is Not Your Heaven (2022)
You don't even have to watch the whole series to be moved by this episode
What I mean is, this episode is so good it stands alone as almost a "mini movie." See where I'm coming from? The scenery, acting and soundtrack make it almost perfect television. That is a stout statement. I had no idea Tim McGraw could have so much depth and emotion. He should get an Emmy. Don't forget Sam Elliott! Good god he was amazing! It is engrossing, beyond well done television. I gave it a 9 (I feel terrible about it) because I would've thought seeing Margaret and James at the end starting to build a life together would've been a better choice than seeing Elsa riding off into the great prairie in the sky...but that's just me. The show was incredible. Can't wait to see what season 2 will bring.
The Book of Boba Fett: Chapter 6: From the Desert Comes a Stranger (2022)
Astounding
If you think people are just throwing down 10s because they are fans and are biased, think again. This episode is right up there with the original trilogy. The story line is incredible, it is heartfelt and one other thing...the CGI of Luke Skywalker is arguably the best EVER in television and maybe film. It is a cinematic miracle to say the least. The fact that they can do this boggles the mind. Will this episode get an Emmy? Yes! Is it groundbreaking? Yes! Best television I have seen I don't know how long. You'll love it!
The Power of the Dog (2021)
If it is meant to be a tale of struggle, anger and resentment okie dokie
I try not to be nit picky about period pieces but c'mon! From the get go you can see Jane Campion was concerned with the script, the story. I get that. Take a look at what they are wearing. As ranchers in that time period you would there would at least be one true "cowboy hat." The clothing was ridiculous. Just looking Cumberbatch's stupid hat is laughable. Guys with long hair, frilly Roy Rogers shirts. I understand Campion is from New Zealand and perhaps ranchers and such looked like that in her country but not in the United States. I did not see ONE authentic cowboy/rancher. The way the spoke, acted and presented themselves was thoughtless. I'm really not sure why there are so many accolades. It is a mediocre film at best. Again, let me remind you of the stupid hats. 3 stars folks.
Station Eleven: Unbroken Circle (2022)
It has everything you could ever want in a finale
I defy anyone to not weep when a handful of people start singing "Midnight Train to Georgia" toward the end. This episode had EVERYTHING. Redemption, forgiveness, love, family and new beginnings. It is incredibly played out. Camera work, soundtrack, amazing acting. What more could you possibly want? It is one of the finest episodes I have seen in years. It is beautiful. Everything is brought back in a full circle. I warn you...it's a real tear jerker.
Supergirl: The Last Gauntlet (2021)
Really?
I have watched this series from the beginning. There have been some bad episodes but this one (and a number of other episodes from this season) takes the cake. I thought it was bad when Kelly, in a previous episode, told a child to call 911 after an entire building blew up. Like "Hey, this building blew up, maybe we should call the cops?" Well this episode is worse. All Alex does is literally (and I mean literally) scream about getting her daughter back. Keep in mind she will drive the point home by screaming "my daughter" in every sentence. Ok, here's the insane part. In order to SAVE HUMANITY Supergirl goes to retrieve a totem. Alex shows up and grabs it out of her hand and says she doesn't care how much destruction there will be, she just wants her daughter. Her daughter is more important than the human race...oh, and Supergirl (who whines to the others that Alex is wrong) doesn't stop her. Pretty much "I know we need the totem to save the world but I don't want to upset my sister..." this is absolutely the worst episode of the entire series.
F Is for Family: Night Shift (2017)
Sarcasm at its finest, especially by the background characters
Having grown up in the 70s Bill Burr's show parodies the era, especially television, brilliantly. One of my favorite characters in the show and in this episode, is the tv star Colt Lugar. Everything he says is over the top chauvinistic, tough guy Quinn Martin cop show 70s. "You just smacked a broad, roll again." Robert Mitchum granit face with a pot belly, judo chops and Beatle boots. Gotta love it.
The Morning Show: Confirmations (2021)
Absolute best
If there is any episode to ever watch from this amazing program it's this one. It is perfect. Period. The acting is flawless. Heart wrenching and powerful. This episode really was like a small film. They handled everything in a way that makes you empathize with all the characters. Remarkably moving.
Chucky: Just Let Go (2021)
I like it but...
I do like the show...fun, creepy entertainment. It's not Emmy material and doesn't need to be. It's just campy fun. However in this episode, Lexy confronts Jake at the hospital and they decide to go back to her house to find Chucky and kill him. Lexy is wearing a blue outfit. When she gets to her house she's wearing something completely different. Petty? Yeah I guess so but I didn't think she needed to find a different set of clothes to kill a possessed doll with red hair.
Halloween Kills (2021)
Let's see....
Ok, so you suspect invincible Michael Myers is in your house...so instead of running you grab a pairing knife and go upstairs to kill him. That's right...a pairing knife. Now Michael kills you, your partner hears it and HE runs upstairs instead of running. Oh, and he has a butcher knife. They love knives in that family.
The Morning Show: La Amara Vita (2021)
We know where this is going...
The episode was good. Great to see Mitch and Alex talking and hashing things out.... BUT...it is a lockdown in Italy because of Covid...Alex drank from Mitch's water bottle, she was totally exposed. Wait and see. Alex will get infected...