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Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Thank you for this masterpiece
Hands down a 10/10 film: it was way more than expected, and I've never enjoyed watching something as much as this. From its intense moments to its emotional ones, this was a brave approach by director Jon Watts, and he absolutely smashed it. Brilliant build-up and storytelling, and an unforgettable climax, I'm sure the fans across the world will be electric when they see this film. I foresee a shift in the box office records after this rollercoaster experience. Thank you for making my day and creating a masterpiece I will never forget.
No Time to Die (2021)
Daniel Craig's Finest Bond Film
Immediately reeled in by the fast-paced action that made me feel ecstatic. I could not say that there was a moment where the film was slow. It was entertaining, unexpecting, and had a fantastic cast. All beautifully put together with its compelling storyline. Hans Zimmer completely fulfils my experience with his contribution to the spectacular soundtrack. One moment that I felt ruined the purity of the film was the scenes with Paloma (Ana de Armas), as her quick departure made it seem irrelevant. Nevertheless a beautiful movie, and Daniel Craig's finest moments playing James Bond.
Juzni vetar 2: Ubrzanje (2021)
If you watched the film and the series, you will enjoy this!!!
I was very fortunate enough to get a ticket for Juzni Vetar 2 since I live in London, and the tickets got sold out instantly. Today was its first premiere here. Being a fan of the first film and the series, I was very excited to watch this long-awaited sequel. I can't praise this film enough: the cinematography was excellent, the soundtrack was hot, and this overall arc in the franchise was a successful approach. It would be rude not to mention the outstanding performances by all the actors. The location manager did a fantastic job, choosing a variety of locations to keep us all engaged. Not everyone will be pleased with how this film ended, but it sets us up for future content. Overall this was a top-quality watch, and if you are a fan of the previous instalments, this is a must-watch!
Reminiscence (2021)
Too focused on visuals, they forgot storytelling
I will begin by saying that the visuals were astonishing. The first couple of minutes where they would establish the setting sure did impress me. There was a clear style they were going for, and they achieved it. The acting was mediocre, and the overall concept was interesting. But it honestly felt repetitive and became tangled towards the end. I have never been a fan of relying on flashbacks to tell the story, and the majority of this film did exactly that. In terms of the mystery they were going for, nothing surprised or stuck with me, as it was predictable. Overall, it was average, but the visuals saved the hell out of this one.
King Richard (2021)
The most inspiring film of 2021
I could not be more privileged to see an early screening of "King Richard" as this was a fun, fantastic, and inspiring experience. I expect a positive response once this releases, and I would not be surprised if this gets nominated for the Oscars. There were some touching moments, and I remember getting goosebumps in the cinema. The plot overall was outstanding, with Will Smith playing his role exceptionally well alongside the supporting actors. On top of that, it was shot beautifully, notably during the tennis scenes, making the film more fast-paced and enjoyable to watch. In my opinion, this has got to be the most inspiring film of the year. Loved it!
Knucks (2021)
Save yourself an hour and six minutes
Don't waste your time on this one. An absolute shambles as I had no idea what was going on and I quickly lost focus. There were abrupt cuts, unappealing sounds, constant close-up shots. The cinematographer should get checked for arthritis. The choice of changing to black & white edits halfway through a scene was unnatural and did not work well at all. And not to mention the ridiculous flashing white stills that almost gave me a seizure. Try watching the first 4 minutes without wandering off because you might actually like this film. Fair enough if this was the work of a student trying to experiment on their work. But for anything besides that, this was appalling. Sad to say that this is my first film on IMDB that I am rating a 1/10.
John Wick (2014)
A classic revenge thriller
If you enjoy guns, action and Keanu Reeves, this one's for you. John Wick is an act of classic revenge, looking for the people that killed his dog and stole his car. The plot unfolds early, and you become quickly into the film. In terms of the technical aspects of the film, not much stood out for me, but I enjoyed the variety of locations. There were a few moments where it felt like it was stalling, but Keanu Reeves handled his role well.
Contratiempo (2016)
Future mystery filmmakers, take notes
My favourite genre unquestionably is a mystery and as far as mysteries go, this one sure impressed me. I played detective the entire time, attempting to figure out what happened before it was present in the film. Some predictions I was miles off, but some such as the main one I was spot on. Brilliant plot and I was thinking the whole way through, exactly what a mystery film should get you doing. The acting was splendid, alongside the sound design, which enhanced the experience. The more the movie progressed, the better it got. I thoroughly enjoyed watching this one, and I would recommend it to all audiences.
Venom (2018)
A good film, big potential for future ones
Being an owner of over 1000 Spider-man comics, I was happy to see one of my favourite villains having his movie. And I wasn't disappointed with the result. Venom has two main parts: establishing the character and an action-packed second half. A smart move since Venom will stay here for a long time in the Marvel Universe and has plenty of room for future collaboration. A funny, entertaining watch, especially the scenes where Venom is having conversations with Eddie. Tom Hardy's performance is always a joy to see, in addition to the VFX, which I found quite satisfying. A good experience, and I am eager for the next one.
Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021)
Quite disappointed, but haven't lost hope
With Carnage being the main villain in this one, I thought my mind was going to blow. But I must say I was left feeling quite disappointed with this one. In my opinion, Carnage's introduction was far too late. Plenty of time-wasting and lazy writing had filled up the majority of the film. Not much had happened until the last 20 minutes, plus the final action sequence felt rushed. Unfortunately, this was not as good as the first one. As a fan of Venom, I felt underwhelmed, but I have not lost hope yet and hopefully, it can redeem itself for its next appearance. That post-credits scene sure hooked me up.
Les animaux anonymes (2020)
A powerful message, but messy
I have mixed feelings about this movie, a lot of disjointed moments that were quite annoying at the start, ruining the momentum in several scenes. However, towards the end, this style was suitable and efficient. The cinematography and colour grading were solid, making it enduring to watch. In terms of having no dialogue in the film, it is understandable, but I think it could have been a more effective result if there was some form of it. An interesting concept, and a powerful message, but I believe the structure was all over the place, damaging the movie overall.
Finch (2021)
All about the characters
As a huge fan of post-apocalyptic content, it was nice to see Tom Hanks embark on this journey alongside his companions. Seeing how the robot, "Jeff", would learn and build human emotions was quite intriguing, but it is a common theme nowadays. The visual effects and the cinematography played a big part in the success of this film. But at the centre, this was mainly about the characters, which pushed this film forward in the right direction.
Last Night in Soho (2021)
A colourful yet dark journey
Edgar Wright creates a decent psychological thriller that explores Eloise's life in the modern-day and her visions of the 1960s. Several things stood out for me: the enhanced colours brought London to its most beautiful, the choreography was astonishing, and the costume design was 10/10. The plot had its gripping twists, alongside some tumbles, which I still question myself after finishing the film. A minor issue I had was the character of Jocasta (Synnove Karlsen). I believe that her purpose is a rather old school portrayal, and in my opinion, her constant bullying and fakeness do not fit the modern-day representation they were seeking. In contrast, Thomasin McKenzie, from start to finish, performed outstandingly and I would not be surprised if she claims awards for her role in this film. An overall investing story, with its surprising moments and a solid outcome.
Rear Window (1954)
I wish I had a view like that...
Set entirely in Jeff's apartment, we witness the lives of his neighbours as Hitchcock creates a unique and entertaining mystery. Each character develops a story by the end of the film and I thoroughly enjoyed observing it. I took a particular interest in the sound, as it played an essential role in keeping the film constantly alive. At some early moments, I could feel the boredom starting to creep in, but I believe this was intentional by Hitchcock, placing us deliberately in Jeff's position. There were also some inspiring moments, especially from an editing perspective which I was aware of. This helped create its stylish outcome and as a result, I admired the film. I recommend this to all audiences but cannot guarantee that you will enjoy it (especially the younger generation).
Primal Fear (1996)
Worth staying until the end
A mystery at first, this film gradually ends up being a slow drama that rewards you at the end. The events of "Primal Fear" is something that you cannot predict and will remain as a memorable piece. Edward Norton's debut performance was one of a kind: As an Oscar Nominee for Best Actor in a supporting role, I believe his performance has stamped his position in this film and I could not think of anyone better to do it. The technical features were standard, not much stood out for me. Apart from being somewhat slow, I'm pleased to say that it was worth staying until the conclusion.
The Usual Suspects (1995)
The mastermind fooled us all
When I finished watching this, I could not sleep that night and started walking like Verbal for the next few days. The "Usual Suspects" is a solid journey that explodes as the film comes to a close. With many hints portrayed as the film progresses, Bryan Singer smartly presents this fiction through Verbal, primarily filmed in a police station. Kevin Spacey's performance of Verbal deserves the Academy Award that it won for Best Supporting Actor in 1996; I would consider it one of the best performances of a character in film history. Brilliant execution from the rest of the cast, each bringing their piece to the table. There were notable standalone scenes that have been valuable to the success of this production, and I loved every part of it. Thank you, Christopher McQuarrie, for writing this gem.
Pulp Fiction (1994)
Work of art
Tarantino beautifully crafts this work as he experiments with the timeline, making it one of the most successful and unique films in cinema history. With different sub-stories displayed, observing the film from a variety of characters has never been more satisfying. An exceptional script, enhanced by the stylish cinematography, makes this film an icon. The cast was grand and a true joy to watch.
Fight Club (1999)
Fight Club is here to stay
I expected this film to be about boxing simply by reading the title, but boy was I wrong. David Fincher successfully caught my attention within the first few minutes, knowing an exciting journey awaits me. The incredible cinematography and editing reeled me in instantly as I could not take my eyes off the screen. Edward Norton and Brad Pitt's performance is first class: tireless, hilarious, all undeniable emotions that give life to this story. I rarely ever rate movies a 10/10 and only give it to a masterpiece. This ladies and gentlemen was a masterpiece.
Se7en (1995)
You won't find anything like this one
The number of emotions I went through when watching this film was insane. At one point I'm feeling intense, the next I'm relaxed, then shocked, I can probably name you seven different emotions but you would have probably stopped reading by now. This psychological crime thriller is one of the greatest of all time: brilliantly planned without any notable flaws in the plot, a work of art production design, and not to forget about the title sequence. The acting was class, especially since my strong point is reviewing character development, this sure hit top marks with David Mills (Brad Pitt). The story as a whole was terrific, leaving me jaw-dropped by the end. A must-watch film that I'm sure you will enjoy.
V for Vendetta (2005)
I see myself watching this once a year
An impressive film, the choreography was outstanding alongside the cinematography and editing. The story flowed well and the character progression for V was beautiful. I constantly had the urge to see Hugo Weaving underneath the mask, but I guess that was not the point. Fabulous performances from the cast, more notably John Hurt as he played Adam Sutler. A classic film that I would place in my recommendations list. Happy 5th November!
Identity (2003)
Prepare to be confused
A film that immediately grabs your attention with the real-time events and perfect choice of editing. The characters were brilliant, the storyline was spot on, the mystery being revealed at the end was indeed a shock but wasn't a complete payoff. Several scenes confused me and I had struggled a bit to understand to a full extent what was happening. Mangold perhaps wanted us to feel this way to represent how his character would be feeling. Other than that, a very good mystery movie, one that you shouldn't be able to forget.
The Guest (2014)
A fine idea
The Guest is an engaging, fun, yet predictable film which manages to make both sides winners no matter whom you were rooting for. The satisfying end alone managed to just tip the rating by a +1 otherwise it would have been an average film. The movie tends to lose momentum towards the end, with its few out of place comedic moments. I see this film being a good watch with the family but would not recommend it.
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
Quite an adventure
It was difficult to make a professional verdict for this film since my least-watched genre is war. The first 20 minutes completely blew me away, fantastic visuals and sound effects, made me think about how it must have been in real life. Afterwards, the momentum started drifting away for me and I quickly started losing interest. I expected to make an emotional connection with a character but I did not feel that way and felt underwhelmed once the film was finished. But having said all this, a good film and the Oscars won at the time were deserved.
Army of Thieves (2021)
Better than its predecessor
A prequel that focuses on my favourite character from the 2021 movie "Army of the Dead", I could not ask for anything more. Matthias Schweighöfer once again as an actor AND director, makes this film very funny and engaging. The editing was brilliantly executed, using character intros for example to represent the heist crew was a perfect decision. The soundtrack, which I normally do not focus on, stood out for me and brought great value to the movie. Known co-stars Nathalie Emmanuel and Ruby O. Fee, played their roles worthy in addition to the rest of the heist crew. In terms of the plot, many scenes were not as intense as they could have been, simply because this was a prequel and I knew what to expect. Army of Thieves is a film I'm pleased that was made and I'm looking forward to any more spinoffs/sequels in the future.
The Little Things (2021)
The Little Things that could have made this film better
I went into this film with high expectations after seeing a big three cast like this. But after witnessing some questionable decisions by Hancock in the prologue, I knew this was going to be a slow film. Even though it was not their best work, Denzel Washington and Rami Malek remain strong throughout. Honourable mention to Jared Leto's performance where I believe he should have been introduced much earlier. Approaching this film from his character's perspective rather than Denzel Washington's could have turned out to be a much more interesting result. Hancock tends to lose momentum in a few places which could have been easily achieved if thought through more. It's the little things that are important. Nevertheless, it was a good film.