TheNameBrand Reviews

Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret (2014)

A Must Watch Even For Skeptics

[7/10 · 16 October 2018]

This documentary brings up excellent points about how it's possible that the one thing killing the planet the fastest is the animal agriculture industry. While I don't agree with all the facts, I still think everyone should watch 7/10

Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)

Read This for an Actual Level Headed Opinion

[7/10 · 5 June 2018]

For a movie we didn't ask for: it was pretty good. I loved all the unique sets and aliens and props, it really helped it feel like the Star Wars universe. There's some cliché action bits, and Han Solo tropes, but it could have been much worse. There's also some really good titles on the score.

For the average person just looking to watch a decent movie, go ahead and watch this. Don't pay attention to the butthurt boys leaving one star reviews. It is a well rounded movie, just like the other Star Wars Reboots.

Go get your own opinion for sure.

National Treasure (2004)

Lay Not Up Your National Treasures In Heaven

[6/10 · 1 June 2018]

Ol' Tom Gates decrepit voice spoke ancient words of the Hoily Boible, but despite God's words, lil Nic vacuumed but one word into his ears and one word alone

" T R E A S U R E "

And from that moment, lil Nic KNEW he had sucked the Bible dry.

6/10

Some good Nic Cage moments, and an overall decent story with sub par acting beyond Nic

The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010)

#NEEDMORENIC

[4/10 · 1 June 2018]

The CG for its time is quite poor. Plot is super predictable, acting is way sub par, and the use of Nic Cage is minimal which is my biggest concern honestly. At any rate, It's not hard to see why it has 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, and I couldn't agree with them more.

Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)

Super Well Done.

[8/10 · 1 June 2018]

Even after seeing it 4 (or 5?) Times now, some of the jokes still land exceptionally well and give me a good laugh. Marvel really did a good one, and they even ended up breaking their typical "Movie Model", and it's one of my favorite movies in the MCU.

Ghost Rider (2007)

Ghost Movie

[5/10 · 1 June 2018]

Not my favorite Nic Cage movie, or favorite Pre-Iron Man (2008) Marvel film, but it was surprisingly coherent, and had some decent Nic freak-outs. It's overall kinda bland, and not super worth watching, even just to make fun of it.

Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

Mind Blowingly Good.

[9/10 · 1 June 2018]

Absolutely incredible and kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. There's a few minor things about it that one could pick a fight about, but that can be easily over-sighted by how much of a fun time you're having watching it unfold. Also to note, is we have finally strayed from the Marvel Movie formula, and it feels amazing. Brush up on your Marvel films, and then watch this bad boy with some popcorn to be entertained.

Parks and Recreation (2009–2015)

Best American Television Show

[10/10 · 1 June 2018]

Absolutely incredible series. In fact it's probably the best thing to come out of American television ever and that's the honest truth. It's so impressive how consistently funny it is after season 2. Could honestly start re-watching it again and again and be content.

Ready Player One (2018)

"Reality is real." -Gamers

[7/10 · 1 June 2018]

Been crap talking this since its inception into my brain with its pandering ads, but it's time for me to eat words: I was genuinely entertained. The pop culture was used tastefully, surprisingly. Gamer lingo was SUPER cringe, and the CG definitely could have been better but eh.

A Quiet Place (2018)

Blown Away.

[9/10 · 1 June 2018]

Wow. As someone who doesn't like most horror/thrillers, I'm quite amazed. The movie revolves around a smart family of characters that are expertly written and acted, the plot is new, & it feels fresh to modern cinema. I enjoyed its fun and wild ride, and you will too.

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

How can you not like it?

[9/10 · 1 June 2018]

How do they cram so much good movie in 2 hours? It's so incredibly well built, with great pacing and acting, and it's got the cheesiest fighting scenes, just how could I (and many others) not like it?

Coco (I) (2017)

Classic Disney Fun

[7/10 · 1 June 2018]

Definitely a kids movie, SUPER predictable, but I had a good time appreciating the fluid and fun animation of the skeleton people. And if it was true to Hispanic dia de los muertos lore, then I also learned a lot about that. Overall a Good time.

Kung Fu Panda (2008)

Kung POW

[7/10 · 1 June 2018]

It's probably one of my favorites in the DreamWorks catalog, definitely one of their best. It's an all around well made movie, with a good message to boot. Hopefully they can make more good films like this.

Men in Black (1997)

DANG CLASSIC

[8/10 · 1 June 2018]

Good acting, great world building, great and unique alien design, good pacing, freaking Will Smith, and it's just an overall fun imagining of the ol cryptid tales of the MEN IN BLACK. A must watch.

Trolls (2016)

Hooo boy

[3/10 · 1 June 2018]

Felt more like an illumination film than a DreamWorks film honestly... As an adult it had lots of cringe... Wanted to look away but I couldn't. Anywho, it's probably good for kids but heh I'm in my 20's what do I know bout a child audience

King Kong (2005)

Prince Kong.

[5/10 · 1 June 2018]

The pacing was way too slow. Mr. Jackson took a great 1.5 hour monster movie, and stretched it to 3+ hours. It had it's great parts for sure and the CG still looks good, there's some good action and story beats but you just get bored and want it to end, not to mention how many plot holes there are, and how many questions you're left with in the end.

Chicken Run (2000)

Fun for all.

[7/10 · 1 June 2018]

Ahhhh a claymation classic really. It's fun and good for everyone involved. Had some laughs in there

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009–2010)

MASTERPIECE

[10/10 · 1 June 2018]

One of the best stories anime has ever told and even just one of the best stories ever told. It's exciting, the story elements make sense in world, almost no plot holes, and I'm sad that it ends but happy of how it did. Don't deny yourself the incredible experience of watching it.

Thor: Ragnarok (2017)

Absolute Favorite

[9/10 · 1 June 2018]

This is by far the best of the 3 Thor films. It was different and had an interesting/unique vibe to it, but I think the risk they took on that paid off nicely. Soundtrack was great, the fight scenes incredible. I'd put this on the same level as Winter Soldier, and it's in my top 5 favorite Marvel films, as of 1 June 2018.

The Waterboy (1998)

Classy 90's Sport Comedy

[6/10 · 1 June 2018]

I'm not a sporty guy, so this is the first sports film I've seen in a long time, and it was surprisingly okay. It had its quirky 90's humor that gave me a good chuckle, and the football competition of the movie was generally entertaining, but it more focused on character development, which was entertaining to watch.

Meet the Parents (2000)

Cringe-fest Comedy

[6/10 · 1 June 2018]

A cringe-fest of every man's worst in-law nightmare, set to a comedic tone. BUT, In the last 20 minutes of film it delivers the wholesome message that in-laws should love new additions to their family as long as the couple is happy together. If that sounds like your jam, this is for you.

Thor: The Dark World (2013)

Baby Steps

[5/10 · 1 June 2018]

Definitely below my standards for a marvel film, but I guess they've just gotten better over the years. There were some story beats that I really got into, and some plot holes from the 2nd Avengers that I missed since I never saw this. I'd rather you just look up the summary from the internet honestly, unless you're a major Thor fan, then go for it.

Black Panther (2018)

A Fun, Formulated Time

[7/10 · 1 June 2018]

It was a good Marvel movie with good story beats. I can definitely appreciate (some of) the CG and the unique conflict that's brought up in the film, but you don't have to dig too deep to see the ol' Marvel formula hard at work. But, it's overall a good time worth a watch (but was definitely over-hyped).

The Phantom of the Opera (2004)

Enjoyable Classic

[7/10 · 1 June 2018]

It's got its place in movie history and I can respect the great acting and incredible voice performances. And that synth... 7/10 will get songs stuck in head still

Geostorm (2017)

Comes up short by today's standards

[4/10 · 1 June 2018]

A cool idea, weaponizing weather, but it's executed poorly. The script and acting made it feel like it was translated into English from Japanese. Tries way too hard, but perhaps that's what ya get when the director producer and writer are all the same guy. Honestly I wouldn't bother, unless you get a kick out of making fun of movies.