LastMinuteSavior Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 @Colin_Raleigh Hey, I'll respect whatever your opinion is. Movies strike different not only depending on your personal taste, but also on your mood and expectations. To be honest I didn't really feel contented with the movie. The first film had a "keep quiet or get killed" high concept plot and I had the same expectation for the sequel, but it actually felt a lot like a low concept story where we're just tagging along in a few side quests. Everything felt a little bit loose and I didn't feel very invested in the story. The script even falls into some tired old tropes like "the humans are the real monsters" and the possibility of an isolated haven. I'm not even going to discuss how Krasinski dared to reuse the same Deus Ex Machina, just gonna say I don't think this sequel was necessary but, for me, what's really missing is a more interesting journey, not a better ending. And you're absolutely right about Regan. Her vulnerability is what makes her courage stand out and turns her into a compelling character (unlike a certain Mary Sue in a galaxy far, far away). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastMinuteSavior Posted September 3, 2021 Share Posted September 3, 2021 A well put together movie with great action sequences. It's just too damn long. It's a shame the movie wastes a big chunk of its runtime course correcting the bad decisions of the first instalment by bringing people back from the dead and trying to clear the lead's reputation. Apart from that, it's a fun and crazy ride just like its predecessor. The franchise's lore and bonkers set pieces remain highly entertaining. I enjoyed it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StewartBros Posted September 3, 2021 Share Posted September 3, 2021 Saw this in the cinema last night, for the film's 30th anniversary. I also saw it there on August 29th 2017, for the 20th anniversary of Judgment Day. Went with a friend who had never seen T2 before.... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xEl_Cidx Posted September 3, 2021 Share Posted September 3, 2021 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crzy Minus Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LastMinuteSavior Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 I had low expectations going into this movie, but I actually came out pleasently surprised. It's not by any means as good as the first film, and the decision to make this horrible man an antihero is somewhat questionable, but Stephen Lang kicks ass as The Blind Man and it is pretty satisfying watching him deliver punishment to some genuinely bad guys for a change. The first half of the movie is definitely stronger, with a home invasion that - stylistically - takes a lot of notes from David Fincher's Pacic Room. The latter half looks more like an early 2000's slasher flick where you can see the plot twist coming a mile away, but it still manages to be quite fun. A nice watch overall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FocusDR Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 I am now watching School Of Rock ??? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xEl_Cidx Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastMinuteSavior Posted September 8, 2021 Share Posted September 8, 2021 This movie could have used a better story and a little more action but Alicia Vikander made it worthwhile. She has the physicality, the charm, and it obviously doesn't hurt that she's a great actress. Now that I've watched this I'm hoping a sequel with a better script comes to fruition in the near future. I'd really like to see more of Vikander as Miss Croft. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mariner1534 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Such a great ending for the franchise, I loved it 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckallmighty Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 The original Harry Potter movie. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xEl_Cidx Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastMinuteSavior Posted September 10, 2021 Share Posted September 10, 2021 A very well directed blend of comedy and crime mystery with loads of twists, fake-outs, dark humor and meta jokes. The story and dialogue are clever and funny and the whole cast is fantastic, especially Rachel McAdams who - once again - proves she's great at comedy. An awesome piece of escapism. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xEl_Cidx Posted September 10, 2021 Share Posted September 10, 2021 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crzy Minus Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 (edited) Getting back to writing short reviews for stuff I'm seeing onwards, feel free to drop a follow here if you think my take on film is worth noting. Also watched Inu-Oh and Drive My Car at TIFF21, don't expect me to watch much else from the festival. Edited September 11, 2021 by Crzy Minus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckallmighty Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 Finally watched this one and its just not the same without Ron Perlman. The part doesnt suit David Harbour very well. Was a decent waste of time but it is hard to get over the switch in actors. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xEl_Cidx Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EverythingOnFire Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 Not as good as I remembered it being, but it's still a fun watch that's worth seeing. Currently available for streaming on Netflix (in the US anyway). $4 rental everywhere else. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eevee_Everfree Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 Toy Story 4, my nieces and nephews watch Disney+ allll the time. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xEl_Cidx Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EverythingOnFire Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 This one is bananas. Amazingly stupid & cringe one moment, then incredibly awesome the next. I have no idea if it was meant to be funny or not; I'm going to give James Wan the benefit of the doubt and assume that he meant for it to be tongue-in-cheek. Went into it expecting to be bored or have my intelligence insulted, but I have to say that by the 3rd act I was very engaged and entertained. I think I kind of love it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheAbyssWalker61 Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 This masterpiece, man, Sir Nolan it's just amazing omg great ending and one of the best ost in history 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crzy Minus Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 Saw Titane at TIFF21. A strong contender for best film of the year, which makes me glad to say given how lukewarm I was with Raw. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggypossum Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 DUNE (2021) 10/10 Holy shit, that movie... I'm impressed!!! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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