I had originally planned to give it a 10/10. It was hilarious, not nearly as gory as Monty Python And the Holy Grail, and was quite well done with solid acting on everyone's part.
But the ending ruined it.
I don't see how showing people abandoning you in your time of need and leaving you to die is meant to be funny.
I find it disgusting that it is shown as comedy. I know the movie isn't meant to be taken seriously, but that stuff at the end shouldn't be used to make people laugh!
It totally ruined the movie.
Reviews
97 Reviews
A Good Ending
5 April 2020
So, up until today, I had no intentions of ever seeing this movie, but due to self-isolation, I decided to give it a go.
And, surprisingly, it was a very good and mostly satisfying ending.
I won't go into the plot as I suck at plot descriptions and I think it's better if you all see it instead of me trying to explain it.
It had great special effects - some were so real it was really chilling.
It had AWESOME music; fantastically choreographed action scenes - in fact, this movie is one of the most jam-packed of the whole franchises and one of the most epic ones.
It had great themes, awesome emotion (one of the best emotional ones I've seen, considering how we all know that character development and ewwwy-gooey emotional stuff aren't Star Wars strongest suits).
It's not as bad as all the Star Wars haters make out, but I can see why people hate it. It's certainly not a movie for everyone, and keep in mind that there are always going to be haters, so just watch it for yourself and don't be afraid to like it if you want to - whether a movie's good or bad is ultimately simply a matter of opinion. If you want to hate this movie, go ahead. If you want to like this movie, go ahead. Ignore the haters, the ones that say nonsensical things about it - each new Star Wars movie is always going to be the new one for someone to spread nonsensical, overboard hatred and nonsense for it.
There were a couple scenes early on that I thought could have had more depth to, but since this is Star Wars, I wasn't about to let that stop me from enjoying it. They were just minor complaints and it is a very epic finale to the Skywalker saga with some amazing twists and turns. Very happy that I decided to give it a go.
It's not for everyone, but since it is the end to the Skywalker saga, I recommend that you watch it.
Couples Retreat
(2009)
Why is this hated?
29 February 2020
It's not meant to be taken seriously. It's just meant to be a romantic marriage therapy adults comedy and give you plenty of laughs - which it succeeds at greatly.
Solid and realistic acting from its highly talented cast - Jason Bateman (Nick Wilde in Zootopia), Kristen Bell (Anna from Frozen), Jon Fravreau (do I even need to remind anyone who he is?), Vince Vaughn, etc., etc. (Even John Michael Higgins).
The plot MIGHT be a bit thin, but hey! It's a comedy. Again, not a serious drama that needs a solid, well-built plot. But everything goes the way it should - even with a few bumps and crude stuff a long the way for the characters.
A great movie that you'd enjoy (please don't watch with the kids).
X-Men: Days of Future Past
(2014)
Fantastic
24 February 2020
A perfect blend of the original cast from the original trilogy and the new cast from the prequel trilogy, X-Men: Days of Future Past is an epic, time-travel, action filled movie with, once again, solid themes, top notch visuals, great emotional weight and awesome acting.
The cast - both old and new - worked fantastically together and it was such a pleasure watching them all on screen.
Though, Incredibles 2 clearly took several ideas from this, sometimes practically doing rip-offs.
While I'm not going to get into any debates about the timeline and where exactly it all fits in, I will say this: the complaint about the cast not aging is a bit silly. Logan/Wolverine is the perfect proof that the complaint is silly. He doesn't age one bit over the hundred or so years that he's been around due to his powers, so it falls into logic that the characters' powers and such are probably helping keep them look like they've hardly aged. I could be mistaken there, though.
This is a fantastic movie and highly recommended.
It was...okay
8 February 2020
I love the first Godzilla movie (2014). It was a very well-though out and well-scripted and exciting monster movie. So, I had hopes for this movie, though I made sure that I went into this movie with low expectations so as not be too disappointed if it turned out to be trash.
Well, I was still somewhat disappointed.
The plot was a great idea, but a bit over-the-top and out there when you think about it, and this movie GENERALLY realizes that fact. Though, the first half was boring and tedious to get through. I get it - they want build-up, flesh out and such (I'm an author, I do that, too), but I found in this movie that all that build-up was just boring, to put it bluntly. Once it actually got into it, it was fun and exciting, but there were times that I felt it went too fast and thought that they could have fleshed out some parts a bit more. But I could just be being picky, I'm not sure.
The climax was awesome and exciting - frankly, it was the best part of the whole movie, where we got what we came for: the huge, epic Battle of the Monsters.
The acting was fine. The most memorable, in my humble opinion, where the actresses who played the mother and daughter. ESPECIALLY the one who plays the daughter. Her performance, for some reason, felt the most authentic out of everyone's (though everyone was good in their respective roles) and she shined in every scene that she was in. I can see a bright future for her in the film industry.
The guy who played the father, however, he was...okay. He was just doing what he was told, but he mostly felt out of place, and his character felt underdeveloped and I wish we could have had more in-depth look at him and a more fleshing-out with his character development. I'm sure the actor who played the father is a great actor, but in this movie, there was something lacking in his character. His character just felt like an unnecessary prop.
This movie had some great mythology and some...interesting Biblical parodies. For those who like that sort of thing, I strongly recommend this movie to you.
The visuals were just amazing and looked extremely realistic, which is something that I loved. Made it more tense for me seeing these CGI creatures that looked so much like they were really there.
Overall, an enjoyable sequel that doesn't quite live up to the awe of the first movie, but still manages to pass.
The Emoji Movie
(2017)
Seriously underrated
3 February 2020
I had some concerns that all the hate for this movie was founded, but I have found that a lot of either box-office bombs or hated movies or both are actually better than people make out (with the exception of The Adventures of Scooter the Penguin), so I decided that I would give it a go.
Now, this is by far the most unoriginal movie ever - it's general plot, themes, and stuff are all stuff that we've seen time and time again.
It has some of the cheesiest lines in history (with Aquaman coming in a close second).
It is also extremely predictable.
But it has a talented cast who's voices are just perfect for their roles, great animation, and you know what? It doesn't hurt to hear the message that this movie showcases once again as it is actually relevant.
And while it is predictable it also is entertaining enough to keep you interested. Though, if you don't like the plot, give it a shot for the music. The music in it is fantastic, even if you don't like the plot.
It's meant to be a funny, feel-good, charming movie greatly succeeds in that regard.
Give it a shot, though I can't guarantee whether or not you'd like it.
Avengers: Endgame
(2019)
Best movie ever
27 January 2020
Warning: Spoilers
It has a extremely solid and VERY well-built plot, packed tight with action, tension, and also manages give everyone a moment and provide a very emotional experience.
And despite claims, the use of time-travel does NOT hinder or botch the plot one bit! In fact, it is the ONLY way that they could fix the problem.
And the emotional experience is very moving and authentic. I don't know why some people are upset with the Avengers being depressed after the Snap - they witnessed people being turned to dust right before their eyes; several of them being loved ones and dear friends).
And they couldn't do a thing about it.
Imagine for a second that you were one of the lucky people to have survived the Snap (that's a even 50/50 chance of you either living or dying) but all your family, most of your friends (if not all) dying around you and you were SO close to preventing it and then try and tell me that being depressed and struggling to move on is wrong and annoying. Cause until you experience that for yourself, you have no idea what it would be like and the proper time for grieving to be over and no right to accuse them of such things.
Especially with Thor. As a person who suffered from a 7-year-long depression, I can assure you that the depiction of Thor and the others grieving for all these years is completely realistic and very authentic.
I appreciated the humour - it prevented it from being overly depressing, and, like Infinity War, Endgame has the perfect blend of humour and seriousness.
And the climax! The movie is three hours long, and the climax starts around the beginning of the third hour, so there were some concerns about it dragging, but it doesn't. The final hour is tight with action, tension, emotional weight, and makes it a TRULY epic finale and the best cinematic experience ever!
The movie itself doesn't drag, it all flows smoothly, and you don't notice the time length as the story totally captures your whole attention.
And with regards to that fighting scene with the girls, it didn't bother me. In fact, I found it a hilarious and fun action scene. There are those who hate that scene for no guys being there, but may I point out that early on in the climatic fight, a few of the guys (and ONLY the guys) gang up on Thanos and fight him. Now, if I was to criticize this scene because it was only the guys and no girls at that point and call it cringy, you would probably say that I was being stupid and sexist. And you'd be right. The same applies to those who hate that girl-fight scene because there were no guys. Plus, what is unrealistic about? Why can't that happen, like the scene with the guys vs. Thanos earlier?
And with regards to the Soul Stone scene, Nebula not telling them about the price to gain the Soul Stone is not a plot hole. She didn't know - neither did Thanos and Gamora when they went there in Infinity War as you can see Gamora's and Thanos' shock at hearing the price for the Stone. Nebula wouldn't know simply because Gamora didn't come back - she simply thought that Thanos had murdered her in cold-blood and for being a turncoat, which isn't out of character for him. Also, what's wrong with sending Clint and Natasha, the two Avengers with no superpowers, to get it instead of two with superpowers? Their superpowers would have made absolutely no difference - they still would have had to have paid the same price as Natasha and Clint. It makes no difference.
And how can I write a review without talking about Thanos? He is one of the most formidable MCU villains (alongside the Dark Elves and Peter's dad) and I was surprised to see how strongly he believed in what he was doing - which was great, from a purely cinematic point of view, as it makes the story more intense and makes you really hate the villain, as well you should. Josh Brolin is perfect for his role and totally captures him. An excellent actor and scary villain.
An extremely well-done movie that perfectly concludes the Infinity Saga with a bow.
Allegiant
(2016)
Flawed, but underrated
25 January 2020
After the message the people of Chicago receive from the Outside at the end of Insurgent, Tris and Four gather together a group of people to travel beyond the Wall to find out what's really going on and to see if the people Out There can help set them free. After a daring escape, they find a group of people who assure them that they want to help them with their rebellion. But there's something suss going on not only in their new-found allies but back in Chicago and Four isn't sure that their new buddies are all that trustworthy, causing a rift between Tris and him. Are they really trustworthy? What exactly are their new-buddies actual plans for them? And will they be able to set the world free?
Unfortunately, almost none of these questions are answered - because of this movie's fatal flaw: they tried to copy other popular movies and divide the finale into two movies instead of keeping it as one. Now, that may work for stuff like The Hunger Games and Infinity War and Endgame, but it doesn't work here, and another problem being, this trilogy started being released around a similar time to The Hunger Games, which caused it to suffer. Or more specifically, for the last movie to suffer.
Plus, the Divergent trilogy wasn't the most original to begin with. It follows along similar storylines that other dystopian movies follow, which also didn't help. But, it does manage to provide an interesting enough story to stand on it's one - until it decided to try and copy The Hunger Games and divide the finale into two. That was it's biggest mistake. And as a result, we will never find out what was coming next (as you can't just go read the book as the movies are different enough to them that you can't just go read them and go 'oh, I know what's going to happen next'). If Allegiant had simply done the final chapter all in one movie, then it wouldn't have mattered if it had still flopped as at least we'd all know what would happen next.
Another flaw in this is the fact that, while providing some different stuff and enough to keep us interested and to warrant a '10', "Allegiant" ultimately follows the same pattern that all the other dystopian trilogies I've watched and read follow (with the notable exception of the Maze Runner book trilogy).
Other than that, it boasts great visuals, interesting concepts and themes, great acting, and some questions that, while the story may or may not be all that much, still needed to be answered.
Avengers: Infinity War
(2018)
Lives up to the hype
24 January 2020
Warning: Spoilers
Having known exactly what happened at the end of this movie, I was uncertain for a while about watching it because I figured it wouldn't have the same 'wow' effect on me like it did on all the movie-goers that went in not having a clue about what was in store for them.
Thankfully, though, I had forgotten a couple crucial details, so was still awed by the whole thing.
It has a solid and VERY well-written plot that conveys a perfect balance between dark and light i.e. - manages to convey it's heavy and serious plot with the perfect amount of humour, which is enough to keep it from becoming too depressing and not too much that it can be accused of not taking itself too seriously.
The acting is solid - everyone steps up their game and really gets you involved in their stories and the main story.
I listened to this at night, and so as not to disturb the rest of my family, I had the sound down very low, so I couldn't hear the musical score very well, but the little bit I did catch was haunting, beautiful and evoked many emotions, so I'm fully intending to sit down at some point very soon and rewatch it with sound.
The climax is awesome - very tense, emotional, and just shocking. As I mentioned earlier, I had forgotten a couple crucial (VERY crucial) details, so when I watched it, it made me just as shocked and just as horrified at particular scenes as the characters.
And I applaud the cast for their performances during their characters' deaths or their characters' horror at seeing other people without any warning just disintegrate. They really sold it there and, while I can't imagine what they must have felt watching other people die (especially with Tony - everyone with him died), I really cried. It's a very sobering moment.
Infinity War is my current favourite of the MCU movies that I've seen so far and the best of all time, in my humble opinion.
It has one of the greatest plot twists of all time and really delivers on all the years building up to this one horrifying moment.
Can't wait to sit down and watch Endgame!
Can't emphasise this enough - go watch it!!!!
Darker than the first movie
24 December 2019
This movie is more darker and more mature and much more violent than the first movie. It has great themes and they give you heavy stuff to think about. The animation is spectacular and I love this more than the first movie. The acting is top notch - especially with Shailene Woodley and Kate Winslet. Woodley steps up with her acting and you truly believe that she IS the character she's portraying. She really embraces and doesn't shy away from the issues Tris is struggling and dealing with. She makes Tris extremely relatable and human and I found myself crying at several of her scenes - she's extremely good.
And then there's Kate Winslet. She is PERFECT as the movie's villain. She is cold and evil and she does it extremely well. She is an excellent, excellent actress.
With the violence, while there's definitely more than in the first movie, thankfully they keep it (mostly) just off-camera, but the implication of what is happening is very obvious and if you think about the implication too much, it could make your stomach turn.
It is a solid sequel and I can't wait to watch the next movie!
Abominable
(2019)
Cute
23 December 2019
Boasting a spectacular animation, catchy music, and an unusual plot, Abominable is a surprisingly great family movie. The cast is perfect for their roles, and is has some nice emotional scenes. It's a bit over the top and completely unrealistic, but you don't notice it as you become completely engrossed in this movie.
Recommended.
Frozen II
(2019)
Epic!!!
29 November 2019
In the highly-anticipated sequel to one of Disney's most beloved movies, we find Arrendelle in a rather peaceful time. But Elsa is sensing a mysterious call up North and doesn't feel like she belongs in Arendelle. One night, magical forces force the citizens of Arrendelle out of Arrendelle and they realize that the only way to fix it is for Elsa to go up North as well as trying to figure out the origins of Elsa's magical abilities. (Sorry, I suck at summaries. MUCH better than how this sounds).
Where does one start? The animation was quite excellent and top notch, and the story quite engaging. This is darker and more intense than the first one and explores the Frozen verse's mythology and magical side of things in more depth. The music score is amazing! Haunting in some ways, and the music itself is simply a sweeping epic score. The songs are really, really awesome and I was singing along with them in theaters today.
The acting was awesome and there are several twists and turns and some heavy emotional stuff. The themes are great and surprisingly teenage/adult for a Disney movie.
There were some scenes that I couldn't help but compare to the MCU - if you see it, you'll know what I'm referring to. Still, it doesn't hinder in any way from the sheer spectacle this movie is.
And when you go see it (if you do) make sure to watch it in 3D - trust me, it's so worth it.
Guardians of the Galaxy
(2014)
Awesome Sci-Fi Adventure
25 November 2019
Boasting awesome special effects, a well-written and hilarious plot, plus excellent acting to boot, Guardians of the Galaxy is a fun Marvel movie that the whole family will enjoy.
Great set up for the rest of the franchise and keeps the viewer intrigued from start to finish. There were some very touching scenes and Groot is definitely my favourite character in this movie, followed by Rocket.
Recommended.
Pan
(2015)
Okay
16 November 2019
Warning: Spoilers
I borrowed this expecting it to be like the old animated movie I saw as a child, but was surprised to see that it was an origin story about how Peter Pan became Peter Pan. At first, I didn't know what to make of it, but in the end I enjoyed it. The CGI was great. It's one of those heavy CGI movies, which is okay (in this movie at least), though not everyone will like that. It's not meant to be taken seriously - just a fun fantasy - though sometimes I found it pushing the limits of unbelievability. And that's not because I lack a child's imagination - I have it in bucket loads as I am an author. While I don't mind something unrealistic in movies, sometimes it can go to far. But, maybe I'm just being picky.
The acting was fine - particularly on Levi Miller's and Hugh Jackman's parts - but nothing too memorable. I found some of the fight scenes - particularly between Jackman and Rooney Mara during the climax - not quite as epic as I was expecting.
It has the typical person-sucked-into-another-world-being-some-chosen-one message, though Peter's struggle to live up to his parents legacy is handled quite nicely. It has good messages about being yourself and doing what's right and have confidence in your own abilities. Though, I honestly didn't like the thing during the climax of Peter stretching out his arm and fairies shooting forth as it struck me as too comic-bookish superhero type of thing.
I liked some of the songs in it and the music score. It has some great humour and good emotions - some of which made me tear up.
Overall, it's a good movie, though there are some stupid parts in it. It's not for young kids, more for older kids.
There is one thing in it that I don't quite understand - why did James Hook decided to sacrifice himself? It wasn't like it was going to save someone else. Though, it did help Peter to stop doubting himself and accept his abilities. Still, apart from that, there didn't seem to be much point to it.
Iffy choice.
My top fav MCU movie that I've seen so far
10 November 2019
As the title of this review states (if the rating I gave it wasn't hint enough) I absolutely adore this addition to the MCU. Perfectly cast, top-notch acting and stellar script, The Winter Soldier takes the series a whole new direction. It is filled with intrigue and nothing is as it seems. There are so many twists and turns and to quote Rotten Tomato critics it's "politically astute". Awesome, awesome movie. Captain America is now my top favourite Avenger alongside Black Widow.
It's quite brutal and violent, but not overly graphic. It's themes are entertaining and the emotions hit hard, which along earns this movie a high rating.
I can't stress it enough - if you haven't yet seen this Marvel movie, then sit down and watch it!!! You won't regret it
Cinderella
(I) (2015)
Magical and charming
6 November 2019
It's a more emotional and engaging movie than the original and one of my top favourite remakes of all time. Lily James does an excellent job of playing Ella "Cinderella". She sings excellently (as I found out in Mamma Mia 2) and she brightens up every scene she's in - a true joy to watch. She also makes the character very relatable and I was crying at several of the emotional scenes.
Cate Blanchett is perfect as the Evil Stepmother. As my brother put it - she owns the character. She brings a slight humanity to the character, but at the same time makes you utterly hate the Stepmother.
It has some similarities to Ever After, another adaption of Cinderella, but only minor and is different to all Cinderella adaptions that I have seen.
The Stepsisters were great comic relief and everyone does a great job in their respective roles. The movie even gets away with not revealing the names of some of the important characters.
The person who plays the Fairy Godmother (I've forgotten her name) is perfect for the role. She makes the character funny and lovable.
Awesome and amazing movie! Highly recommended.
Mary Poppins Returns
(2018)
Practically Perfect In Every Way
30 October 2019
The Mary Poppins movies have always been special to me because of their themes of finding your inner child and learning to have fun in life and it's okay to imagine. These movies - particularly the second one - are very relatable to me on an extensively personal level so you can say whatever you like against Mary Poppins and Mary Poppins Returns, but you will never change my opinion that these movies are awesome.
The sequel is better than the original! It has a more magical quality to them (pun intended), great and brand new songs which are memorable and catchy, a bit more intense than the original and a classic, overboard villain played by Colin Firth. The acting is excellent - especially on Emily Blunt's part. She really embraces Mary Poppins and who she is and really brings out her character and charm, but makes her performance very distinctive from Andrews - makes it her own, while still respecting Andrews take on the character.
The new characters are great and really lovable.
The animation is better. Being about 54 years since the original was made, the animation has come a long way. I especially loved the use of traditional animation in some parts of it.
Dick Van Dyke's role in it is great and hilarious. He can still dance - I love watching him on TV.
A very, very, very awesome movie which I want to watch over and over and over again!
Falling for Vermont
(2017 TV Movie)
Predictable, but different enough
27 October 2019
Angela Young is a best-selling author whose books are being adapted into a film. But she becomes stressed with all the interviews, and traveling, and attention, so sneaks out just before an interview and heads for Vermont to take a break and unwind. But on the way, Young has a car accident and loses her memory, leaving her stuck in Vermont and living in the widowed doctors house with him and his kids while she tries to regain her memory.
The acting was fine, but nothing memorable. I was glad to see that Hallmark was handling the romance in a different setting than bakeries or farms and I was glad that it wasn't about some spoiled girl changing. While I figured that Young would end up with the doctor, I was intrigued by the different style it was written in and wanted to see how it played out. The humour was great, and while you could say that there is no or at least hardly any chemistry between the two main cast members, they are pleasure to watch and can be quite funny.
Overall, it's a good movie and if you love romance movies, you might like this one.
Man of Steel
(2013)
Blows my mind
25 October 2019
When I first watched this, I didn't finish it because I found the build up and flashbacks and exploring Superman's past and beginnings somewhat tedious. So, I made up my mind that I wouldn't bother finishing, though I found Russell Crowe's character excellent. But then my siblings started to watch it, so I thought I would give it a second chance.
And I'm glad I did.
While I didn't get to see the middle, I got to see the climax. And it's freaking awesome! It has great tension, an awesome villain, spectacular special effects (amongst the best I've seen), fantastic musical score. There were several times I thought 'this is the end', but it turned out that there was still more to go. And it doesn't disappoint. Very satisfying.
The acting is top notch and I think the person who does Superman does him wonderfully, possibly perfectly, though I can't judge that as this is the first Superman movie that I've seen and I've never read any of the comics.
Fantastic, fantastic movie.
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
(2018)
Whoo, what a blast!
15 October 2019
I read about the sequel on Wikipedia and decided that to watch it would tarnish the spectacular and awesome experience of the first movie. Then, someone I know got it and I decided to give it a shot.
Boy, was I not disappointed!
The original cast is back - which I was so relieved about - and are just as good and hilarious as ever (especially Tanya). They include some of the songs from the first one, but add in other ABBA songs which I had not heard before, and I really loved them. Some of the dance scenes looked and felt like they were trying to replicate some of the dancing scenes from the first movie and that made it feel a little lackluster at times, but it's only a minor complaint and something I only noticed in passing as I was completely engrossed.
I don't think that the flashbacks were necessary, but they were quite good and provided plenty of laughs (and cringes) and I don't think they impeded on the movie one bit.
It's quite emotional at times, and just as outrageous and preposterous as the original and I loved Cher's song sequence with the guy from Geostorm.
If you're a fan of outrageous comedies, you'll probably enjoy this.
Iron Man Three
(2013)
Wow
12 October 2019
I really love Iron Man. I hadn't watched a Marvel movie in a while, so had forgotten how good he was until I watched this and I was grinning from ear to ear in a lot of his scenes (and sometimes crying). Tony Stark is so brilliant and witty!
This movie is narrated by Tony Stark, which is interesting and different. The plot is awesome and has some surprising twists and turns. The animation and CGI is top notch as usual and the dialogue is great and the acting is perfect. It plays like a mystery thriller, specifically like a James Rollins novel, which was awesomely disturbing at times. The villains are interesting and not whom you expect. The climax is so, so, so tense and thrilling and very well-played - actually the whole movie is.
I also loved how this focuses solely on Tony Stark and shows him when he's a rock bottom with no-one and nothing, pressed into a corner with nowhere else to go. Downey really did an awesome job of capturing Tony Stark as he battles PTSD.
Recommend this if you are a fan of Iron Man, Marvel in general, or like a good mystery/thriller.
Awesome, awesome movie.
Toy Story 4
(2019)
Surprisingly works
12 October 2019
Warning: Spoilers
When I heard there was a Toy Story 4 coming out, I had two reactions - excitement that we would get to play with our beloved toys once again and skepticism about a fourth one - I didn't think that it would work at all. So, I put off seeing it in theaters and decided to wait until it came out on DVD. I would have simply borrowed it, but one of my little brothers isn't feeling too well, and he loves Toy Story, so I thought that I would buy it for him as a surprise to make him feel better - especially since he wasn't aware there even was a fourth Toy Story beforehand.
Well, the surprise worked. He really brightened up, which made my day and made me in turn really excited to watch this movie with him.
I was surprised to find that it really works.
The animation is great and you can see how far it has progressed from the first Toy Story. The cast is all back - with some new additions - and are just as impressive as ever. Is it just me or does the cast, specifically the ones who play the original ones, seem to be upping their acting in this movie? The cast for the new additions are perfect and utterly hilarious.
Now, if you have watched the previous three movies in this franchise, you will go to this one thinking you know what message they are going to be trying to tell. Well, you'd be wrong. It completely (or at least almost entirely) defies everything we have been taught about this world. It takes what they taught us in the previous three movies and turns it on its head, expanding on it, creating a whole new world to explore. It brings new messages and themes and plot to the table and it works.
I have never cried or had the urge to cry with the other Toy Story movies, though I thoroughly enjoy them. But, I was surprised to find myself tearing up throughout this movie, particularly around the climax. It handles the climax really well and ties everything all down with a stupendous bow. It packs an emotional punch, and my heart felt like it was breaking at particular parts around the very end - especially with the final line in the movie spoken by Buzz and Woody. While some people may not be happy with how it ends, it's the perfect ending. It's the best decision, and I am happy with it. The movie on a whole - especially the climax - hits all the right notes and really delivers.
Just do me a favour Pixar - no more Toy Story movies. While I love Toy Story 4, I don't think a fifth one would work.
The Rescuers
(1977)
Charming fun
12 October 2019
The Rescuers has nice animation, great voice cast, awesome fantasy setting, great tension, awesome world building, and a great and underrated villain. Okay, Medusa at times felt like another Cruella De Ville, but I don't mean that as a criticism, but as a compliment. It is surprisingly dark in it's setting at times, and wasn't at all how I expected.
It's awesome!
Oh my land!
4 October 2019
Scary and tense
4 October 2019
Attack of the Reptiles is a remake of the old Thunderbirds episode "Attack of the Alligators". This one, though, is more tense, exciting, and has it's own twists and turns. Love the Jurassic Park similarities and the humour. The people were believable and the animation and voice acting awesome.
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