Movie Mini-Review Thread - Part II

[Neoprod]

Serpico (1973) 7.5/10

Lumet and young Pacino...solid work. Rewatch of Dog Day Afternoon up next

 

[WaxLyrical]

The Shallows - 7.5/10. Stunningly photographed with nail biting tension. Loses credibility toward the end but Blake Lively scores a winner. First worthy successor to Jaws.

 

[mastermamo]

The Shallows - 7.5/10. First worthy successor to Jaws.

U did t just say that (GASP !!!)

 

[KleinBoontjie]

The Thinning (8/10) Youtube Red exclusive

 

[WaxLyrical]

U did t just say that (GASP !!!)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_89XhQjKbqc

 

[Madhawk]

Nerve (2016) - 5/10

Started off well and then half way took a tumble. Had potential.

 

[Spizz]

Westworld (1973) 6/10

I remember loving this when I first saw it probably more than 20 years ago, but although it's still a decent watch, the best bit was the technology which gave a good laugh. It all seemed a bit rushed and rather over acted too.

 

[satanboy]

The Girl on the Train (2016)

Was interesting initially, butt when everything was concluded it turned out to be one big self gratifying wankfest. 5/10

 

[Neoprod]

The Shallows - 7.5/10. Stunningly photographed with nail biting tension. Loses credibility toward the end but Blake Lively scores a winner. First worthy successor to Jaws.

Also enjoyed The Shallows much more than I was expecting to.

Have you seen The Reef (early 2010s)?

 

[Neoprod]

Kicks (2016) - 6.5/10

Almost a very good movie...has some good moments but the direction is a bit fiddley. Cast does very good work and the music is great (hip-hop, rap).

 

[satanboy]

I've watched it 4 times and I love it more and more each time. Great performances. Awesome cast. Love the camera work. Top notch directing. Only thing I didn't like was Colin Farrell trying to overact his role. Wasn't natural at all. Jamie Foxx on the other hand was brilliant.

Yet you give it full marks?

 

[WaxLyrical]

Also enjoyed The Shallows much more than I was expecting to.

Have you seen The Reef (early 2010s)?

Actually never heard of it. Will try to watch.
Another notable entry in Open Water.

Speaking of oldies just finished:

Vertical Limit - 6.5/10. A bit daft but has some heart stopping stunts and action.

 

[FiestaST]

The Mule (2014) 7/10

Aussie movie; interesting premise. "A first time drug mule is caught by law enforcement." Humour & intrigue. Hugo Weaving (Agent Smith) is a character of note.

 

[cerebus]

Serpico (1973) 7.5/10

Lumet and young Pacino...solid work. Rewatch of Dog Day Afternoon up next

Dog Day Afternoon is brilliant. Easy 9/10 for me

 

[Spizz]

Independance Day: Resurgence (2016) 7/10

I don't get the hate for this movie, it could only go one way and indeed it played out in the only way it could. But with a few laughs and lots of big bangs it was quite fun. Good Sunday movie.

 

[Hamish McPanji]

Independance Day: Resurgence (2016) 7/10

I don't get the hate for this movie, it could only go one way and indeed it played out in the only way it could. But with a few laughs and lots of big bangs it was quite fun. Good Sunday movie.

I think that people were a bit miffed that it was a schitter copy of the first one. Kind of. Literally a nothing movie. Watched it a few days ago. I would give it a 5

 

[Spizz]

I think that people were a bit miffed that it was a schitter copy of the first one. Kind of. Literally a nothing movie. Watched it a few days ago. I would give it a 5

To be fair, all of these blockbuster type movies are 'nothing movies' where we already know what's going to happen. It's just how you get there that's the fun. Anyhoo, I thought this was better than the first one.

 

[mastermamo]

Just watched this. Sleeper hit of the year. Brilliantly told and a true gem. A stunningly unique film. Viggo Mortensen shines. I absolutely recommend this one to everyone. Funny, sad, heartwarming, witty and just downright spot on. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ life filled stars from me on this one. This one will take u on a truly unexpected journey you won't easily forget

 

[Icemanbrfc]

Somnus (2016) 2/10

Piece of kark! Not for me that, but others might like it.

 

[faniebraai]

To be fair, all of these blockbuster type movies are 'nothing movies' where we already know what's going to happen. It's just how you get there that's the fun. Anyhoo, I thought this was better than the first one.

My daughter was watching the first one on Friday when I got home, so I sat and watched some of it with her. Damn, that movie was a lot better in my memory than seeing it again.

But I agree with you, the new one was really decent. I think people are pissed of because Will Smith isn't in it.