arsty Reviews

Mulan (2020)

Once again, Capitalism had trampled Chinese culture by arrogance.

[1/10 · 17 September 2020]

22 years ago, while random, meaningless symbols showed on film as Chinese words, I tolerated. At least, they got a good story and very excellent dubbing men.

Today, while I watched this film, I couldn't help but wonder, how lazy editors are. Don't you study any before shooting?

Most background of ancient China is completely wrong. And the worst of all, you don't have any attractive characters in this movie. All their motivation, activity shows pointless, illogical and brainless.

Editors are even so lazy that copy idea directly from Star War so called "Chi".

What the f-word?

I sincerely beg all film related people in Hollywood. No matter what kind topic you want to shoot. Do some study! Please! In addition, write a good story.

What a waste for this IP! What a waste for these actors and actresses!

The Big Bang Theory: The Stockholm Syndrome (2019) Season 12, Episode 24

It's what an ending a comedy should own.

[10/10 · 28 August 2019]

I love sitcom a lot. Very much. "Three's Company", "Full House", "Friends", "How I met your Mother", "3rd planet from Sun", "Community" etc.

You may say I started learning about America by them and they helped me in some very hard time.

When you follow a show until it ended, all these scenes, characters would become one part of you. And what I couldn't stand the most is a show turning it's tone at the very end. Such like "HIMYM". You expected an apple and they gave you a lemon. And no! I wouldn't turn it to lemon juice!

"TBBT" did a very fabulous good job in ending. All characters had grown up into better men or women. It shows us hope and love. And that, is a comedy ought to be ended. That is what we expect wataching.

I once again, sincerely appreciated all your accompany for last 12 years. Even show had ended, you would live in my heart forever.

Look Who's Back (2015)

People who are not our kind, must be monsters?

[9/10 · 11 June 2017]

Ancient Chinese said:[非我族類，其心必異！] People who are not our kind, must think differently(Or must be monsters). It points out one true. Forget about political correct, people would be afraid of those they don't know or those none of their kind naturally.

To overcome this kind of fear is progress of civilization.

When the time is bad and makes people feel hopeless, unfortunately, cunning and provocative man would lead people step on the opposite way. The way to the destruction. Directly or gradually.

This movie show us the possibility of "How people may repeat terrible history again" by a very clear way. Funny, bright, and reversed at the very end.

I recommend people who care or be involved about race issue all should watch this movie. And ask yourself, "Is getting rid of or destroy those no your kind really a good way?" It always seems simpler, easier, but always brings more hate and harm as bloody history.

Cougar Town (2009–2015)

Attracted by Abed, like it by itself.

[7/10 · 28 May 2017]

Since IMDb cancel the discuss board for some reason I don't know, I can't figure out what is the real feeling of most people for this show. I have to say I was not interested in this show at first. Even I know there is Monica here. Still I started to watch it because Abed from "community". And it turns an amusing experience I didn't expect.

I like it!

No, I don't appreciate most life style of the characters. I don't love it as my favorite "community" or my love "friends", "HIMYM" either. But it's a warm, touched, comedy actually.

I really wonder why people feel so different about it. Almost 50% love and 50% hate it. I guess maybe I haven't seen sitcom much. Or maybe people feel it's too girly. Anyway I like it. It may not classic, however it's definitely above the average.

Deadpool (2016)

"Anti" Hero still ends with "Hero"

[8/10 · 26 June 2016]

I didn't expect anything before I saw this film. I know nothing about original comic books. I was surprised in a good way while I saw this film.

I saw a Super Hero who is completely not a typical one. Swearing, murdering, impolite and rude, stupid, childish, nasty. You barely think he looks like a Super Hero. But actually he is. Only he doesn't recognize it and he is crazy indeed. If you observe deeply, you may find he still has his principle and boundary.

It really refresh me after I saw so many typical Super Hero movies. I totally agree with his opinion. If being a super hero means let bad guy live and keep hurting more innocent people, I'd rather being just super.

Also I like the romantic story between Wade & Vanessa. They both carry heavy burden and very lucky to find each other. There is not just sex!

The way Ryan talk to the 4th wall to make fun of X-men series, Movie company and even himself is just funny.

Most people may dislike this movie because the R rate expression and I agree too that this movie is definitely not for children or teenagers. It still can't change the fact of "Deadpool" is a well making, ironic, entertainment movie.

Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015)

Much better then episode I, II, III but the story is still stupid

[8/10 · 26 June 2016]

I'm not a big fan of star war series, but I did enjoy shocking when I saw episode of IV, V VI. After I grow up, I went to theater for episode I, II, III. That really killed my feeling for this series.

Fortunately I gave a chance for episode VII. Although the whole story is still anti logical, I still feel excited by seeing all old character like Han, Luke, Leia C3PO, R2D2 on the film. Besides the way how they tell a story is much improved compared with episode I, II, III.

But! Here comes spoiler with my criticism.

The story is too predictable and stupid! We all know finally Han Solo must die because Harrison Ford is extremely expensive. But I can't understand how lazy & stupid republic and rebellion are.

Why they could sit & see another evil empire raise after episode VI?

Rey seems likeLuke's daughter. Why Luke left behind her?

Why Luke left? Couldn't heteach bunch of students at once? Then even some of his students turn to dark side, the other students could fight as Jedi.

In my opinion, leave everything behind, living alone in a far, far away planet is very irresponsible.

How could Finn & Rey know so much knowledge that they couldn't even touch before? Even they are geniuses, you "can't" suddenly know how to fix a space ship, structure of dead star, how to fight by sword without any education or training.

Anyway, I still kind of like this movie. I'll still pay for episode VIII and IX. See you in the theater.

Independence Day: Resurgence (2016)

Not bad but just feel missed something

[6/10 · 24 June 2016]

Maybe I expect too much. Compared with ID4, I couldn't feel much tension and passion during 2 hours. Be honest, it's still a good popcorn movie, but it just can't make you really high!

Also as a Taiwanese, I strongly felt Hollywood really want to make money by kissing Chinese ass. It's not a bad thing. But even my Chinese friends think the way they used in this film is just too obviously and rough.

Angelababy is a famous young actress in China but her acting can't support the character.

In addition, they also put some sub story line like they did in ID4. However, all story lines combined in a great way in ID4. This time you may feel some story line is not necessary.

I would only recommend people who expect a normal popcorn movie to go to theater. If you are looking for a bible class movie, you may think about it.

PS.: I watched ID4 again after couple days, and I realized 20 years ago, our standard is much lower than present day. Maybe I am just too harsh to this movie.