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I'm Thinking of Ending Things (2020)
I loved it, but I get why others hated it
It's not an easy movie to get through and it is definitely one to divide the audience. The movie is labeled as a drama and thriller, which can be misleading because its more of a psychological horror. It delves into the mind of a lonely janitor (Jake) with themes of regret, loneliness, and ageism. I won't leave any spoilers for those who want to watch it, but word of advice....if you enjoy slow movies with deep philosophical conversations this is your movie. For those who are looking for jump scares and twists, skip it and save yourself 2 hours.
Charlie Kaufman is a genius, or for those who watched it, a "genus"
Mr. Robot: 401 Unauthorized (2019)
I'm still sitting here...
Wow. That's honestly all I can say this point. One of the best premieres I have ever seen from a TV show. The pacing in the episode is remarkable, it keeps you intrigued throughout. Rami Malek showed off his acting chops yet again. Cinematography was flawless and Mac Quayle can do no wrong. No spoilers here, just watch the episode and enjoy a near perfect primiere.
Ad Astra (2019)
Not worth the hype
Ad astra begins as a film that looks like an epic space film, but as we delve deeper, it merely resembles a poor adaptation to the movie Gravity. Pacing was off and way too slow, and this is coming from someone who doesn't mind 3 hour films. Brad pitt was okay in the film...definitely not his best but it wasn't awful. I could not for the life of me connect to the characters in any way. Though the score of the film was attempting to connect the audience, the characters and their stories were so far behind, I couldn't feel the movie in any way. I tried my best to sit through the movie, I really tried. If you want to see a lackluster space film with great cinematography, save a half an hour and go see Gravity instead...
3 stars were only given for the cinematography by Hoyte and the masterful score from Max Ritcher. I expected much, much more...
Chernobyl: Vichnaya Pamyat (2019)
It was everything GOT wasn't
What can I say...
Great writing, amazing performances, top notch cinematography, haunting score, and a storyline that isn't linear but yet feels complete. This is one of the few shows that left me in awe all the way down to the credit scene. I hope to see them win big during awards season
HBO, you redeemed yourself after the nightmare of Season 8 GOT
Bravo.
Chernobyl: Please Remain Calm (2019)
Tense, gripping, and exciting
From start to finish, the episode flows very nicely with its haunting score and wonderful cinematography. The acting is flawless and reveals how hectic the whole situation is. I absolutely loved the ending, it puts you on edge of your seat. This is the real deal, well done HBO
Captain Phillips (2013)
This movie deserved Best Picture
First and foremost, this movie was THE best movie of 2013 and deserved a lot more attention. Tom Hanks is one of the best actors around and he consistently shows it through his movies. Captain Phillips is one of these examples, as Hanks takes on the role of Captain Phillips, who finds himself face to face with Somali pirates and no escape plan. This movie is a true nail-biter and I found myself on the edge of my seat when watching this, literally. Plot was amazing, with little to no flaws and it remained true to its story. The power that this movie delivers is also a huge plus, and it mainly derived from dialogue. When Barkhad Abdi stares into Hanks and says "look at me...I'm the captain now" chills run down my back. I highly recommend this movie because it stays true to the storyline while delivering thrills at every corner. You won't be disappointed in this movie. Hanks has undoubtedly shined in his past movies, and Captain Phillips is yet another example of this success.
12 Years a Slave (2013)
What did I just watch?
I am going to be short and sweet with this review and say that this movie is absolutely awful. I decided to watch this movie because of all the hype and attention that was brought upon this movie. Unfortunately, what I got was poor plot, little character development, and scenes that made you want to leave the room. Let's be honest; it is not necessary to incorporate a 5 minute scene of Ejiofor staring into the distance. It is absolutely 100% boring and left me appalled on how this won best picture. The only reason why I gave this film a 3 was because of the superb acting by Lupita Nyong'o who gave the movie a small dose of hope, but it didn't last very long. Ultimately, I will never watch this movie ever again and I am utterly shocked that this won best picture. Movies like Captain Phillips and Dallas Buyers Club should have earned more recognition for their accomplishments, not this.