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Kaos (2024)
Total Chaos
Although Jeff Goldbloom was a great choice for Zeus he
has become a psychopathic narcissist and the cute stuff
has imploded. The cast of characters is amazing however misdirected. The plot has become so convoluted that explaining quantum mechanics becomes child's play!
The digressions and subplots are arbitrary and confusing. Sometimes the plot bogs down to endless boredom! The "River Styx" is so wide it would take sn ocean liner to cross it which is what they did. The names of the gods may be well known however, their functions within the realm are muddled and confusing.
Don't get me wrong I was poised to relish this series however, it has turned to horseradish! The first episode set a benchmark for dark comedy. However, just as the Bear imploded thus goes Mt. Olympus.
The Bear: Violet (2024)
The bear is bare
As the lady (Clara keller)in the 80's Wendy's ads said "where's the beef?" Where has the substance of the show? We were absolute fans of the first two seasons. We could not wait to see three and now we can't bear to watch it. The magic is gone! Carmine is asked to call Clare. Well why doesn't he? His search for the ultimate "cheffy" dish is blinding him to those who care for him.
We have decided to truncate our watching of the series.
Will there be a fourth? The radical change of pace and character relevance is so disconcerting as to make one question what the director is trying to portray. That being the case we are done. The key to a great series is to maintain the magic and not compose exploratory Jazz.
The Bear: Doors (2024)
Watching non negotiable
The first two seasons were easily tens. So how does one
totally loose their mojo. The acting is still top notch however it was the Bear's relationships and how he imploded them for the achievement of culinary excellence. This time it is nothing but an f fest for which I could have remained on active duty in the USN. I would like to see him worm his way back into Clare's life. It is one thing to seek excellence from others especially one is their own worst enemy. The show has become soulless
with great supporting actors and a script only designed for those of us who actually got Andy Kauffman. I desperately want the essence ot THE BEAR back!
Masters of the Air (2024)
One of the best yet
This is one of the better depictions of the horrors of war.
The American Army Air force made the decision to adopt
daylight precision bombing. The British adopted nighttime carpet bombing. Both were fraught with extreme danger. This series covers only the American air war. The British suffered in kind. The side stories are interesting and do not detract from the main message.
The flight scenes are as realistic as one could expect watching 20mm canon fire decimate the airframe of a B-17. Along with the human carnage that occurred.
This is not for the faint of heart or those queasy with blood. Great script, great performances and very entertaining. A tribute those who fought and died to rid the planet of fascism in WW2.
Married at First Sight: Crash and Bond (2024)
Geared for failure
Ok so I have asserted that if a major or minor league sports figure had such an abysmal average they would be sacked. After watching from the git go a pattern has emerged. I do believe the experts make every attempt to
find appropriate matches. I really wonder if they are the final arbiters of the selections, hint, hint. The pattern appears to be that many of the participants are not being totally truthful. First I believe every candidate should submit to a polygraph. Further, more consideration should be given to deeply held religious beliefs. I also do not feel that couples that decide to call it quits should be OFF the show. Make it a fair match stop putting people together that are as divergent as they could possibly be!
Married at First Sight: Where Are They Now: Nashville (2023)
Thank the producers for this schlock
Ok we all have observed the copious milking of the post seasons. Now it is been taken to beyond extreme. A final retreat? Where's The great Kevin Frasier digging deep for
the tough answers to equally tough questions. Instead we get the cast of divorced at first sight to deconstruct the failure of their attempted marriages. It's bad enough the "experts" attempt to fuse couples where the participants are not really divulging their true wants and
wishes. The producers now feel that the audience will mindlessly follow any scraps they wish to record. I have really had it with this "milking" format. It is bad enough the block the scenes to create red herrings and entice the audience continue watching obvious chicanery!
Perhaps change the format to look before you leap.
As much as the expert try to facilitate cohesive couples
they can not work attraction into the equation.
Renfield (2023)
Almost punched a hole in my cheek
The implicit notion in its own right is downright funny.
Overall the movie is not so much. Tons of gore more so than many a vampire movie. I think the premise of Renfield seeking help for his codependency is the main humor. I truly believe that Cage a great actor was playing it too straight. I would have loved to see more quips coming from the prince of darkness. A more sarcastic Dracula was needed. This Dracula had powers Superman would have been proud to own. I was entertained however, when something is labeled a comedy I would expect a few yuks beyond the existential
nature of the movie's premise. Truly a tongue in cheek movie! Protect your cheek.
Married at First Sight: Last Call for Music City (2023)
Is MAFS going to be Married at first swap
Again the experts to prove that their thinking regarding contestant compatibility is below chance. Again, a baseball player could not even stay in the minor leagues
with their abysmal averages. I firmly believe it is time for a format change. In the Australian and British shows couples are not married until a final commitment and a marriage ceremony is performed. The US couples are legally married and have to get a legal divorce. This could effect future relationships and even employment opportunities. Perhaps the couples could be brought together by a sneak preview of each other to see if there is any physical attraction. In many instances eg. This season attraction was a huge stumbling block. Perhaps a viewing by potential contestants could be mediated by the "experts" to make sure looks were not as deceiving.
They are also milking with fluff the episodes so as to alienate the viewers. We don't know how much more of this we can withstand. If the networks could find decent shows for a Wednesday we would not have to use this as a filler. The pseudo salaciousnesses is getting old!
La Brea (2021)
Confusing plot and characters
The sub plots and characters are so confusing that it would take an Einsteinian level mathematician to keep tract of them. The twists and turns would give a Fujita
level 5 tornado a run for its money. The character of Veronica appeared deceitful and agenda driven should have been killed off as opposed to some of the other characters. The constant juxtaposition of character loyalty and agendas is astronomical. It seems that every time one watches there is a feeling of; did I miss something? Beyond the suspension of reality and disbelief there should be a suspension of credulity.
Perhaps they folks could be rescued by Picard or the borg collective.
The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
Great acting not so story wise
I loved these two in, In Bruges. This movie was very monotonic. The scenes, acting , humor was exquisite.
The consequences of our actions matter. The story as a hole was droll and meandering. The story may have had a boost if it were in a different era other than a year past the official Irish war for independence and declaration. The cinematography was breathtaking and the soundtrack fit the narrative. I would guess that it depicted the bleak life of 1923 Ireland on an isolated island of the coast of Ireland. I would give the acting a ten as the emotion and angst was played superbly.
However, overall a disappointment.
Interceptor (2022)
Typical of this genre
Firstly, why didn't our government launch a full out strike on the ruskie commies. Second, how can the
heroine absorb so much punishment and still effectively
mess up so many foes. The riuskie sub should have been intercepted and sunk well before it reached the interceptor. Finally, as remote as the interceptor station was there should have been more protection. Ok so it's only a movie, however, how many presses the button
at the last second movies has anyone seen. A C-17 with a halo drop would have been a lot faster deployment of a SEAL team. Finally I hate monotonic movies. The location stays the same; boring. Great bloodshed scenes
may be the only saving grace for this movie. I have seen worse.
Tulsa King (2022)
Menacingly Funny
If ever there was a part for Mr. Stallone then this is it.
After playing a hero, protagonist and man of adventure
it is refreshing to see him on the other side of the law.
The location is interesting as Tulsa is about as far from
New York City culturally as one can get. The humor is implicit similar to That in Young Sheldon, based on truths. A man who has been removed from society for
25 years comes to grips with modern society. Very much like Green Acres and the Beverly Hillbillies with a malevolent yet humorous twist. Stallone imparts a great
feel to his man all alone. He has many associates however, he stands alone.
Nope (2022)
Nope
This could have been a ten :if. First, there was a huge chunk of the movie without getting to the reveal. Second,
the relevance of the side stories although interesting were a distraction. The acting was top notch. The indication that everyone knew about the phenomenon was again distracting. Overall entertaining, however could have been shorter with better editing. I liked the job done by the lead actor. The back story regarding the child actor was prolonged and the audience sign blinking was jokingly ironic. I would have liked to more backstory regarding the main character's father and the ranch.
Somebody Feed Phil (2018)
More than meets the eye and mouth
Oh how I miss Bourdain! Phil presents a near soporific performance without the cocaine driven, antsy, sarcasm ( which I dearly miss) I grew to appreciate.
Where Phil wins is his ability to connect to people instantly. He presents a childish wonderment for all he is presented with. He comes off childishly goofy while discovering some of the best eats I have ever seen. He goes from humble to elegant dining without pretention. He bring a zest for food without the
bias of a Michelin star chef.
The cinematography is spectacular giving one a sense of I gotta go there. This is a foodie _ _ _
dream!
Hoffman Family Gold (2022)
Friggin Crazy!
No spoilers here. Todd is a dick! This man professes to be so religious yet he says frig this frig that. I can't trust a person who can't say what they really mean. He also prays for gold. The bible says G-D helps those that help themselves. Doing everything on hunches and ill researched land is a formula for failure.
Other than the salacious crap he brings to the program what's the big deal? The Discovery channel should have thought this one through. I
would bet there are more haters than fans. It is unfortunate that his family has to endure his infantile schtick! I feel for them and his employees. Yes, I refuse to watch this garbage!
No spoilers here: what's left to be spoiled?
The King's Man (2021)
If not accurate: entertaining even funny
Based on the trailers I was waiting to see a rehash of the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. I was pleasantly surprised the treatment of historical facts. Ok, so they were stretched farther than an Indian Fakir's penis.
This is a definite rebuke of war and all that emanates from it's wake. There is one sword dual that would make any Pirate blush and astound Ninjas, everywhere. It begs the question : who's really behind conflict? The incredulity is
moderated by excellent performances. The scenes are spectacular. The harsh reality of war is depicted in grotesque carnage. It screams WAR IS NEITHER NOBLE NOR INTELLIGENT. The movie will make one think about how political power can be corrupted by a singular person's concepts and feelings. This is especially so for those who are versed in the historical context.
The rest will find it a great action movie.
Conspiracy nuts ( me to a point) will be alight with glee or however else you handle it.
The mediocre reviews do not appear to me to be justified. This move is far more complex than the surface attempts to reveal.
That Thing You Do! (1996)
Attention to details and more details ........
If you were in a band in the 60's and or a fan of the music scene then this is your movie. I
remember going to music store in Cleveland, Ohio (name D_____'s) (you know you did too) and drooling over all the Fender guitars and amps. That Thing has all the correct guitars
and amps. Even the buses in "Erie" Pa reflected the times and infinitely more.
All quips and satire about being in a band were so accurate as to be nightmarishly realistic.
The poke at the music industry was spot on.
The unraveling of the band was so close to my own experience that someone else must have endured the same ordeal. CT who played TES's
girlfriend was every boy's dream if you grew up in the 50's or 60's. A very watchable movie for all those born in the very late 40's or most of the 50's. Those born after Star Wars don't bother. Younger than that definitely not: there isn't a smart phone in sight and wont be for over
thirty years henceforth of the movie depiction date.
The Outer Limits (1963)
Without pretense: outstanding sci-fi
Growing up in the fifties/60's I was use to the rocket belching what looked like a flare on a wobbly trajectory. Gonkculators flashed lights on panels so fake as to make anyone in the electronix business cringe.
The original Outer Limits was a refreshing brake from most sci-fi of the time. Sure there were the
fake flashing lights however, the stories were intelligent, prophetic and well scripted.
Today I enjoy sci-fi however, it is often driven by CG; where as the the original OL had no such pretense.
The Outer Limits: The Guests (1964)
Welcome to
When I first heard the Eagles song my mind sprang back to this episode of the original OL's.
The story in my opinion matches the song so
closely I would have great difficulty believing it was not the impetus for the song.
Departure (2019)
One of the best crime dramas
One of the most engaging series we have seen in many years. Like potato chips(crisps for those so inclined) you can't just eat one. The characters strike a chord with the viewer such that you want to see them in more episodes. Well worth watching: highly recommended.
See if you can watch it without binging. Good luck.
Cinderella (2021)
Schmigadoon meets Hamilton
Ya'll need to lighten up! This was a musical with
known quantities from popular music. Ok so they took some dramatic liberties ; ok a lot. Who cares
it was entertaining with some nice comedic jabs
and bits. James Corden reigned here while Billy
Porter as the Fairy Godmother stole the show.
As much as Hamilton is revered this was for me
entirely more entertaining and if you can make it
through an entire season of Schmigadoon call me for your Tee shirt. This is suited for kids however,
some of the cute references will be lost on them.
Married at First Sight Australia: Grand Finale (2019)
Disingenuousness at its best
All these people get to do an autopsy on their relationships. Purely salacious poo ( Auzi speak).
A meltdown was promised and looks more like a
S show.
My real problem is: the matchmakers ( disguised as "experts") have yet to show any outrage for all the cheating behavior. To me silence means consent. They bemoan the behavior at the dinner debacle yet they fail to call out all the philandering in any meaningful way. The producers should all be wearing Albatrosses around their necks. No sea birds were harmed in the writing of this review.
Monsters (2010)
place snooze Emoji here
This flick takes so long to get to the point that a 75 year old bottle of ketchup will disgorge its contents faster. Able's face might be the only saving grace. Same old Sifi with different monsters. Moral: drink responsibly when a ferry leaves at 0700.
Married at First Sight Australia: Episode #6.33 (2019)
Pure salacious crap
First, these "experts " make the American experts look like Vince Lombardi. The sociopath
jess needs someone to tear her fake lips off. Everything that comes out of her mouth is
prevarication and deceit. The "experts " screwed up on one huge point! They just set a precedent
for a married at first free for all. This sends a very poor moral message! The "experiment " is more important than a moral code. Shame on the producers who obviously perpetrated this fraud. Like the American counterpart the "experts" need to vet their candidates. That is weed out the sociopaths.
Married at First Sight: Atlanta Reunion Part 1 (2021)
Find New "experts!"
The producers should be looking for new "experts." This is based on a 34% success rate. Further, banking on odds that opposites attract.
Please cite peer reviewed research that confirms this hypothesis.
Where in the hell did they find chris williams ll.
This man is an egocentric, short fused, immature, lying phony. I refuse to believe that he was appropriately vetted. Then to have him next to Paige attempting to be contrite was disingenuous on both parts. Luckily, someone as
polished as Kevin Frazier was there to ask the hard questions and keep things in order. Then with the introduction of chris' spiritual advisor Rev. Dwight all hell broke loose This was best seen on HBO. This man was unhinged and threatened Rev. Dwight. The producers attempted to calm him down to no avail.
If were Paige I would apply for a TRO against this maniac. After chris' performance I would hope a judge would be so inclined to award a TRO. I am sure the sponsors are not happy. This may boost ratings, however, there are many which will be alienated this attempt at salaciousness.