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Lost Fare (2018)
Surprisingly Not Horrible
It was definitely a weird movie! The fantasy aspect didn't quite fit with the off the charts obscenities and sexual situations. The acting wasn't bad. It's not gonna win an Oscar, but it was interesting! It didn't feel like it was a waste of time like some movies I try watching to bore me to sleep. It actually kept me engaged which originally wasn't my intention when I streamed it because it turned out not to be a cure for my insomnia. It dragged a little bit but all in all, it kept going. That it was inspired by a true story was cool. How much was accurate is anyone's guess. I gave it 7 stars simply because it surprised me and didn't suck!
Jem (1985)
Jem & The Holograms on DVD
My cousin loved it when she was a little girl having had a tough childhood. I took her under my wing in a way as I was 17 years older. When ever she was in town we'd spend as much time as possible together. My Aunt (actually her grandmother) didn't want her to watch the show because it "promoted fame too much" but of course she had never watched it and only heard the theme song. My little cousin loved it so I checked it out and started taping them for her so she could watch it. My Aunt trusted me implicitly so never questioned what I gave her on the tapes. When it went off the air, she was devastated. I contacted the company that produced the novelties and they were kind enough to send her all sorts of merchandise, some "signed" by Jem which made her very happy. I just found out that Walmart has it on DVD. I watched the whole thing and now I understand certain things my cousin did, said or related to when she was a kid. She grew up to make me proud. She has 3 beautiful kids and is a Therapist. If you're interested in a unique cartoon series with the basis of compassion, kindness and more, it would be as relevant now as it was when it was on TV. Preteens and young adolescents would appreciate it. There may have to be some minimal things related to history perhaps that may need explaining but other than that, Go to Walmart on line! It may be on Amazon but I haven't checked.
The Four Diamonds (1995)
Based on the true story of a young cancer victim in 1972 and his creativity while fighting the cancer.
Potential Spoiler Alert! Based on a true story adapted by Disney, this enchanting and inspirational story revolves around the fight of a young boy against debilitating cancer in 1972 and how he chooses to deal with his devastating malady thanks to a school writing assignment. Anyone who loves a child or has ever known a child who is fighting a serious illness can find magic in a world designed by the youngster in the movie and his unique way of coping with the ups and downs of fighting the disease. Through his assignment, he finds a way to magically explore the feelings that come from suffering, especially from the perspective of children going through serious health conditions.
Personally, I feel it's a shame that it aired from what I'm aware, only in 1995 on the Disney Channel. The story is well done, with a young Tom Guiry in an excellent portrayal of the primary character. Disney needs a retro channel to re-air some of these most impressive movies. They open a world to children and adults who may never have been through such a situation. I can't imagine a better way to encourage compassion in children that have never faced such issues. If you have a chance to view the story, do so. Unfortunately, to even find it on video or DVD, from what I can tell, is near impossible. If only the book is available, it is also an excellent investment!