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Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997)
Amazing Comedy Segments! A true classic!
Loved it thoroughly! Very good characters, lots of good goofy moments, very classic takes and cliches, and a good bit of fun and naughtiness. Austin makes for a great, eccentric character with the right balance of wit and humour (and maybe some rizz). And his co-stars are all great supporting cast as well! Absolutely loved the awkward, dragged-out moments that made them all the more funnier. Dr. Evil's laughs and the "baby" are just *chef's kiss* worthy moments. And a LOT of other memey moments as well!
If you want a decent spy thriller/comedy, it doesn't get much better than this! Onto the next one in the series!
Little Man (2006)
An excellent piece of light-hearted fun, a classical relic!
I could say a lot here, but there's a segment where Calvin rescues Darryl during a hockey fight. And the only scene I care to spoil is the one where the 6 ft 6 in hockey player absolutely slams and bodies Calvin... I literally died laughing and couldn't stop 😂
On a serious note, it's very representative and showcases the best of the golden age of hollywood comedy - the late 90s and early 00s. The plot isn't entirely profound or anything serious, but it does its job very well of coming up with goofy moments. You can really just watch it with an open mind and thoroughly enjoy it, and if it's a classic comedy you want (the one that makes you worry about being gaslighted), then this is it - indulge yourself!
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)
Lot of heart and comedy.... and stuff!
Genuinely enjoyed the various themes and life lessons conveyed. The comedy was nice, they broke a lot of traditional film sense and made something super unique. Supporting cast was fantastic, infact I'm surprised at how well they all synergized.
Michael Cera is phenomenal for pulling a crazy role like this, as it was a bit more mature and strong-hearted than most of his other roles. Mary Elizabeth has a beautiful presence in the story, and things just get better and better. The visuals and music are simply 10/10 as well. Though, some parts maybe could've been better in regards to character development. Still worth a good watch, one of the more unique experiences like Tropic Thunder or Everything everywhere all at once!
Goon (2011)
Sean William Scott's Unseen Side
Sean has tried an unconventional role for himself, and boy is he good! I frankly liked his performance, despite it being somewhat average. It means he has more versatility than an aloof drunkard, frat boy and more chops than a fake Monk. Supporting cast was also very nice, especially the MC's love and best buddy.
Also, lot of Canadian content gets bonus points from a maple-syrup enjoyer! The reality of Hockey and pressures at young age are also showed fairly well. Overall, very gritty and rough around the edges, but a real hidden gem for a casual viewing! Hard to see films like these nowadays, so enjoy it as much as you can!
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)
Comedic Masterpiece
I've never quite seen such an unique and unorthodox film, it was funny from the get-go and they worked well with very little resources. And of course, the joke references make it a must-watch!
No Time to Die (2021)
Bond's Legacy Lives!
I see audiences complaining of Craig not having the same personality and charisma as other Bonds, but he definitely shines on his own in a new era of Bonds!
Craig's bond was always more sensitive and gruel compared to the previous light-hearted ones. Just because he's "Bond" just confine him to the previous versions of Bonds. I personally like Craig's Bond on the same level as Moore's Bond. Both are just good at different things, and hell they make magic out of it!
And Rami Malek graces us yet again with his superb skills!
The Northman (2022)
A Breath of Fresh Air
...in this cesspool of repetitive, non-creative, mass-appeasing, and tasteless generation of films. Northman is definitely not for every audience out there, and it might aghast and upset people.
But the brutal and mystic reality of Viking society is captured brilliantly here. From a historic culture, choreography, characters, and cinematic standpoint, this is simply one of the best films to date. Perhaps much more enjoyable in theatres, but don't miss out on this unique gem!
Also, Alexander better receive some recognition for his work here, and Anya is sure to impress as always!
Your Highness (2011)
Good fun & charming, especially when you're lit
You'd normally discount a movie like this, but not this special piece of art. Very thoroughly enjoyable with an actual half-decent plot and lots of funny moments.
The 13th Warrior (1999)
Marvellous Historic Setting
Very interesting premise, definitely some amazing characters, story with a lot of potential, and fairly decent cinematography. You must watch it for the character of Buliwyf alone. A bit slow at times, which is necessary, but very engaging overall. I'd give it 8.5/10, as there are a few improvements to be made in execution of the plot and character development, as well as the cinematography.
Solomon Kane (2009)
A True Hidden Gem
It is rare to come across good films, especially ones that manage to distinguish themselves in their genre by leaps. And I hadn't even heard of this film until 13 yrs later, today. Solomon Kane is an absolutely great medieval fantasy, thriller movie and it has stunning wide-camera shots, pleasant & thrilling music, gruelling characters, and an anti-hero protagonist.
The story is perhaps one of its weaknesses, but it does fairly well against its peers such as the Mummy, Hell Boy, Witch Hunter, etc. The segment with Meredith's family was absolutely great and established a lot of character depth, however, it was overshadowed by the shallow near-end and ending. This movie could've been a 9.5/10 if they took maybe 2 movies to flesh out the characters some more. And, in today's industry, it'd do very well with its gruelling theme, excellent action scenes, pleasant music, and its take on morality & redemption.
Against the Ice (2022)
Subtle and rich, extremely fulfilling
Despite it's slow pace, the movie has managed to capture raw human emotions very well. It has also portrayed realistic characters with a degree of passion and showcased Man vs. Wild in a different-than-usual manner - as it's the desolate Arctic. Both Nikolaj and Joe were absolutely great and the cameramanship (esp the wide shots) was very good!
There are a few hiccups here and there, but they're not very detrimental to the overall experience.
Dune: Part One (2021)
An Excellent Pre-Amble/Setup
I'll start by disclosing that I've never read the books. But, even as a first time viewer with no prior knowledge, I will say Dune was an excellent introductory and setup film. There wasn't a lot of story progression, nor any flashy action sequences, but it set the stage and explored a lot of the story's environment and theme within such a short amount of time.
Of course, the cinematography, cameraman-ship (esp. The wide-angle shots), the cast, and the effects were brilliant. I was so impressed with the film that I'll be reading the books to dive deeper into the world of Dune.
On the cons, the slow pacing was definitely a bummer - but it was necessary to set the stage for the sequels. Some of the cast members' acting also wasn't very convincing, but it was mostly negligible since they had a very small role. And finally, there wasn't a lot of story-telling for most of the movie. Though, I imagine we'll be seeing a lot more of that in the sequel, since events were only in motion near the end of the film. A brilliant film overall, and depending on the sequel, could bring a fresh perspective to cinema and change the industry!
Priest (2011)
Criminally underrated
Don't know why it's not talked about or heard of much, but the effects, cast, cinematography, and theme was excellent. Paul Bettany and Maggie Q deserve more recognition along with this film!