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Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
Was this meant to be a tv pilot or something?
Remember the old Robocop tv series? Where it kind of had the general idea of Robocop but because kids watched the original they made a cartoon and then they made sequels that had to have kids in it..( because in Hollywood they think kids don't like stuff without kids in it.. ) and goofy gadgets that they could make into toys. Then came the tv series which took all of that stuff and tried to adapt it into something that was even more sanitised and "cartoony".
Well that's what this movie is.. a culmination of the original idea being overly sanitizer and cartoonified and made family friendly.
The idea is there .. but it just feels like a made for tv pilot.
In fact all legacy sequels have the same made for tv vibe. Bright over lit scenes lame references to the original, old actors looking tired and really flat lifeless acting, too much cgi etc etc
That's enough now.
Let's just let it die.
The Voices (2014)
Not a horror comedy
"**The Voices**," starring Ryan Reynolds, is often categorized as a horror-comedy, but this label doesn't quite capture the film's unique essence. At its core, the movie is a profound exploration of mental illness, depicted through the eyes of Jerry Hickfang, played with remarkable depth by Reynolds.
The film's portrayal of Jerry's life is deceptively cheerful, with his bright clothing and optimistic demeanor masking the turmoil within. As we delve deeper into Jerry's world, we realize that the conversations he has with his pets-a benevolent dog and a malevolent cat-are manifestations of his fractured psyche. This narrative device cleverly immerses the audience in the mind of someone grappling with insanity.
What sets "**The Voices**" apart from traditional horror is its light-hearted surface, which only amplifies the underlying darkness. It's not a silly comedy at all. The kills are brutal and the emotional conflict is very real. The contrast between Jerry's sunny outlook and the grim reality of his actions creates a dissonance that is both unsettling and thought-provoking. It's this juxtaposition that makes the film genuinely terrifying-more so than any conventional horror movie.
The movie doesn't rely on jump scares or gore to instill fear; instead, it's the chilling realization of Jerry's normalcy that haunts us. The film invites us to question the nature of evil and whether it can hide behind a smile. Reynolds' performance is pivotal in this regard, as he brings a vulnerability and likability to a character that could have easily been a caricature.
, "**The Voices**" is not ja horror-comedy; it's a rare glimpse into the tragic reality of mental illness, wrapped in a facade of light-hearted optimism. This approach makes the film a uniquely disturbing experience, challenging our perceptions of what horror can be and leaving a lasting impression that lingers long after the credits roll.
Especially with "how" the credits roll. :)
Fool's Paradise (2023)
Watch it in black and white
Fool's Paradise is a satirical comedy that pays homage to the silent film era and the genius of Charlie Chaplin. The film follows the misadventures of Latte Pronto (Charlie Day), a mute man who is mistaken for a method actor and becomes a Hollywood star. Along the way, he encounters a variety of eccentric characters, such as a scheming publicist (Ken Jeong), a glamorous actress (Kate Beckinsale), and a ruthless producer (Ray Liotta).
The film is a hilarious and heartfelt tribute to Chaplin's filmmaking style, featuring physical comedy, social commentary, visual storytelling, and sentimentality. Day's performance as Pronto is reminiscent of Chaplin's iconic character, the Tramp, as he portrays innocence, resilience, and a touch of pathos. The film also makes clever use of black and white cinematography, which enhances the nostalgic and artistic appeal of the story.
Fool's Paradise is a must-watch for fans of Charlie Chaplin and silent film comedy. It is a rare gem that combines laughter and emotion, while celebrating the legacy of one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. Watch it in black and white and with subtitles on. It's amazing!
Best. Christmas. Ever! (2023)
A psychological horror that will keep you guessing
Two old college friends are trapped in a twisted game of envy and deception. Jackie (played by Brandy Norwood) is a ruthless and manipulative woman who writes a yearly newsletter to taunt her friends with her achievements and happiness. Charlotte (played by Heather Graham) is a desperate and unhappy woman who feels tormented and inferior by Jackie's perfect life. When Charlotte accidentally ends up at Jackie's house on Christmas Eve, she decides to stay and expose Jackie's life as a lie. However, as they spend time together, they discover that they have more secrets than they thought. What does charlottes husband have to hide and can he manipulate her through shaming her for her anxieties and own self doubt enough to get what he wants?
The movie has so many unexpected twists and turns I was genuinely up all night afterwards still trying to figure out the implications of what I had just witnessed.
Like how did that bearded man disappear?
And the dollhouse.... If youve seen hereditary you'll know what I mean.
I don't want to spoil anything.
How they managed to convince the censors to only give it a pg rating is a mystery to me.
Best Christmas ever is a brilliant take on the evengelical Christian belief of positive thoughts creating wealth and prosperity.. if you have faith like Brandy.
Bless us everyone.
Walker: Independence (2022)
If you miss Firefly.. this fills the void
If you loved Firefly, you will love Walker: Independence. It is a prequel series to Walker, set in the late 1800s and following the adventures of Abby Walker, a widow who teams up with Hoyt Rawlins, a charming roguish outlaw. The show has the same humor, romance, and action as Firefly. The cast is diverse and inclusive, and the characters are complex and flawed. Walker: Independence is a great show that wouldn't feel out of place in a Whedon, verse.. it's not at all accurate but instead plays on the tropes of the western genre making for a dare I say "campy" and fun but also stands on its own as a compelling and original western drama. The only thing missing is some spaceships, but maybe they will show up in the next season. 😉
Silent Hill: Ascension (2023)
Watch it on tubi and it's actually good
There seems to be a lot of backlash to this because they streamed it with people chatting and paying money to influence the outcome. But I watched it on tubi with none of that stuff and I have to say it's pretty dumb good. It's like watching an edit of cutscenes put together but the story combined with the sound design actually make for a pretty creepy Silent hill experience. I won't spoil anything here but if you are a silent hill fan I recommend it.
Yes it is disappointing that they probably will never make a good silent hill game ever again. After silent hill 2 they just kept rolling out pyramid head and alien endings and recycling stuff. But this is a pretty decent effort at a silent hill story.
Mafia Mamma (2023)
Deserving of cult status
This movie was advertised to the wrong market. It needs to have a grind house style trailer made and be shown to fans of Troma films in their hay day.
It's a euro trash art house comedy that changes genre and pacing at break neck speeds. With serious gross out gore prosthetics and over the top dialogue and camera work. Toni collette shines and brings a suitably over the top performance to the role. She just seems to be having fun with the emptied lesbianism and splatter gore fight scenes. This is the kind of film James Gunn used to make ... and if you love that style of cinema ... I suggest you show this movie to a friend and have them show a friend. ITS AWESOME!!
Do Revenge (2022)
If Shakespeare were alive, this is the type of movie he'd make
Revenge movies have always been morally tricky. On one hand you root for the main character who has had something happen to them and you really want them to get payback on the people who have wronged them.. onthe other hand when they themselves do something that is also bad you ask yourself.. are they really a hero or are they just as f'd up as the other guy?
Do revenge plays with these tropes of the revenge genre and whilst it falls victim to some of those old tropes (evil lesbian psycho cliche) it manages to flip a lot of them on their head in a truly Shakespearean way. I won't spoil any of the twists or reveals.. but I highly recommend this movie if you love films like cruel intentions or Shakespeare plays.
It's fun and engaging and all the actors do a fantastic job.
Plus Sarah Michelle Geller is in it.. so maybe the cruel intentions comparison is intentional?
Tasmanian Devils (2013)
Tassie Devils? I thought they were cane toads!
(Review has been translated to phonetic Australian)
Fohnd thigs beudy ov a gem on tubi.. an I godda say ... mahte it's the mohst bonza moohvee evah!!
Thah Devils look a moit lihke cane toads but thahts obviouhsly tah mahke thehm scariher.
Ahll tha wahnkas on ear who ahre baggin out thah inacuracies obviously hahve nevah watched 'Stralian classihcs loike RazorBack or Wake in Fright!
Jus cos Canadians are doin an accent doesn't mahke our bloody accents any more cringy.
The Batman (2022)
A bad Batman movie
"The Batman" is as bad as the Schumacher movies. Except instead of being too silly and camp it takes itself way to seriously so much so that it becomes camp. It's almost as if the film makers were having a giggle at 15 year old edge lords who (as Henry Rollins once put it) write black poetry in black rooms using black ink on black paper. Because they are so damn moody.
Add to "edgey" atmosphere an unneeded 3hr runtime to tell a watered down (no pun intended) version of Hush meets Se7en and you'll probably find yourself struggling to stay awake.
The thing is.. I love Batman as a character.. I'm just so so tired of the teen angst version of him.. if I want that I'll watch the Crow... at least that's shorter and has a cool soundtrack.
Night Teeth (2021)
Was this an asylum film?
Night teeth feels like the kind of movie that gets made by asylum films (the company behind Sharknado) it's dialogue is all exposition and feels like it was written by that kid we all went to school with who made their own comic books based off their role play game character (who totally wasn't some kind of self insert)
The actors are all wooden and deliver their lines with slightly better skill than porn actors.
The cinematography is also very "tv pilot"'ish.
Give this one a miss unless you are maybe an angsty teen who's just discovered vampires.
Army of Thieves (2021)
A Brilliant stylish heist movie!!!
If you are a fan of films like city of lost children, Amelie and also love a good heist movie, you really need to watch this movie.
It has brilliant cinematography and entertaining characters that will keep you engaged throughout.
Sure it does have all the twists and turns of other Hollywood heist movies. But I do t think that's really the point. It's character driven and serves as a proper prequel to army of the dead in the way a good prequel should. It doesn't over reference the original movie and it gives you a great insight into one of the characters.
Stowaway (2021)
Tarkovsky and Kubrick would be proud.
Stowaway is the kind of science fiction that you mostly find in novels. It's a character piece that takes the amazing and focuses on the mundane. The silence and muffled sounds mixed with shots that last longer than is comfortable create a kind of serine floating sensation that some viewers may have a hard time settling into and might simply write off as being boring. Today's cinema is full of music video style fast cuts and quippy dialogue and if you go into stowaway expecting a "save the cat" style narrative you will be disappointed. Instead stowaway draws its inspirations from films like that of Tarkovsky's Solaris and Kubricks 2001. It never really explains things and it ends abruptly. The scripting is simple and natural which gives the
actors a chance to give amazing performances shifting the focus away from"cool dialogue" to allow the actors to focus on expressing internal emotions and conflicts through their bodies.
Making it feel like a play.
Not a movie for popcorn sci-fi fans
Watch it when you want to engage with a film on an empathetic level.
See (2019)
Comedy Gold!!
Not since Monty python has there been a better absurdist comedy show.