Category: movie reviews
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movie review: fantasy island (2020)
Fantasy Island, directed by Jeff Wadlow, provides a stylish yet muddled horror reimagining of a 1970s TV series. While it features stunning visuals and a compelling premise, the film suffers from disjointed tone, numerous competing plotlines, and convoluted twists, resulting in a lack of clarity and depth. Lower expectations are advised.
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movie review: truth or dare (2018)
Truth or Dare is a disappointing teen horror film that wastes its talented cast, including Tyler Posey and Lucy Hale, on a silly premise. While their performances offer some joy, the absurd plot, poor special effects, and lazy writing make it hard to find merit, ultimately making the film unwatchable.
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movie review: tarot (2024)
Tarot explores supernatural horror through a familiar premise of friends unlocking a cursed deck. Visually impressive but predictable, it features shallow characters and an uneven tone, resulting in a lack of emotional investment. While it offers some creepy fun, it ultimately fails to distinguish itself in the horror genre.
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movie review: sacramento (2024)
Sacramento is an indie dramedy featuring Michael Angarano and Michael Cera as two friends on a road trip that evolves into a deeper exploration of friendship and identity. The film showcases strong performances, particularly Cera’s subtlety, combined with beautiful cinematography and an acoustic score, offering heartfelt moments despite some predictability.
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movie review: the gorge (2025)
The Gorge blends action, romance, and sci-fi under Scott Derrickson but struggles with uneven pacing and a convoluted plot. While Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy shine with chemistry and the stylized action captivates, the film suffers from tonal inconsistencies and overexplained themes. It offers an ambitious, visually thrilling experience despite flaws.
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movie review: the electric state (2025)
The Electric State is a visually stunning yet ultimately uninspiring sci-fi film. Despite impressive visuals and a talented cast led by Millie Bobby Brown, it falters due to weak storytelling, underdeveloped characters, and pacing issues. The film ends up being more style than substance, leaving viewers disappointed.
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movie review: captain america: brave new world (2025)
Captain America: Brave New World attempts to introduce a new chapter in the MCU but falls short due to a weak script and pacing issues. While Anthony Mackie’s performance and the action sequences shine, the film lacks depth and a compelling narrative, ultimately feeling like a forgettable entry in the franchise.
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movie review: barbarian (2022)
Barbarian is a unique horror film that subverts expectations, starting as a standard Airbnb horror before escalating into a complex narrative filled with suspense and surprises. Strong performances, particularly from Georgina Campbell, enhance the experience, while dark humour and social commentary offer depth. Although tonal shifts and unanswered questions may frustrate some viewers, its originality…
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sorting the mythic quest characters into their hogwarts houses
The post analyses characters from “Mythic Quest” by sorting them into Hogwarts houses based on their traits. Ian Grimm embodies Gryffindor’s bravery, Poppy Li represents Ravenclaw’s brilliance, and David Brittlesbee reflects Hufflepuff’s loyalty. Brad Bakshi is a classic Slytherin, while Jo, Dana, and Rachel also highlight house characteristics, blending chaos and determination.
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movie review: nope (2022)
Jordan Peele’s Nope is a genre-defying sci-fi horror-western that captivates with its stunning visuals, strong performances, and unpredictable storytelling. While its slow-burn pacing and ambiguous themes may frustrate some viewers, its thematic depth and eerie ambiance solidify Peele’s status as a leading figure in modern cinema, making it a must-watch.
Chante JVR 