Front Cover G
Pretty good realistic portrayal of being gay in the modern
world involving an open Chinese-American and a closeted Chinese actor in New
York. It shows how some people still
have to be discreet in certain cultures and industries. The mildly depressing ending further
emphasizes the harsh world we sometimes have to hide our true selves in. The movie ultimately shows that certain
struggles are universal. 12/3/2016
The Gateway G
I actually did enjoy this unheard-of indie film released
through Uncork’d Entertainment which is known for releasing (generally) below-average
horror flicks. A few minor plotholes
aside, it had my attention during its scant 74 minutes. The practical creature(s) isn’t too bad
either and the evolution of it is quite intriguing albeit mildly
perplexing. 11/28/2016
Moana G
This wasn’t as good as Inside
Out. I have to see every Disney
movie that comes out. At least that’s
one thing I never grew out of. What am I
talking about? I’m very young at
heart. This film looks amazing for an
animation. With Disney’s name attached,
I expect nothing less! Moana would be a better example of
female empowerment over the Ghostbusters
remake which basically rubbed feminism in our faces. There’s some funny moments (kids laughed in
the theater) and some of the songs are catchy but most of them are dull. Much of the film is silly and appears to be
solely for the young’uns and not their adult counterparts. I guess I’m not so young at heart after
all? Shut up, yes I am! I can’t find it in my mostly-darkened heart to
ever truly dislike a Disney movie.
Although I did dislike Cars
and Cars 2 and apparently a 3rd
one is coming out! It better be better
than the first two! I liked this when
all was said and done. I just don’t think
it’s going to be remembered along the same lines as Disney classics (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping
Beauty, Aladdin and many others)
of yesteryear. 11/29/2016
Night of the Living
Deb OK/G
Another zombie movie?
Cribs the title from the George Romero classic but is more in tune with Shaun of the Dead. I liked the two protagonists. It was funny and fun tagging along. It becomes conventional once more characters
enter the picture. I would’ve enjoyed
this more if it revolved solely around Deb and the “one-night stand” guy. There is a slight twist at the end that puts
the entire movie in a different light.
It’s not jaw-dropping by any means, just makes it a slightly different movie
and I kind of dug it. 11/28/2016
Nine Lives OK/G
This body-switch film is actually quite creative at times
and Kevin Spacey is quite convincing as a cat.
It’s funny sometimes too. It’s
cliché as hell too. It contains the
typical I didn’t realize how good I had
it in my other body plus I observe how nasty I may have been to those around me
revelation present in these types of films.
It wasn’t the worst I’ve seen.
Kiddies will probably enjoy it.
Cat lovers might too. Everyone
else will most likely wish this is the only lifetime (not the next eight!)
they’ll see this movie. 11/30/2016
The Ones Below EH
Do we really need another Rosemary’s Baby imitator?
Maybe if it was actually worthy unlike this movie. No curveballs thrown here. Good fences make good neighbors unless you
live in an apartment, half-house or condo.
12/3/2016
Paperhouse G
I can’t believe I never saw this late 80’s film directed by
the same guy that made Candyman. This film was imaginative and thoroughly
enjoyable. There’s sappy moments but
there’s also dark moments and a dash of suspense. I mean, who wouldn’t want to escape to a
world they concocted when their own world is getting to them? 11/29/2016
Summertime OK
Just because it’s a good story doesn’t mean it needs to be
feature-length. This French film about a
lesbian romance amidst women’s rights in the early 70’s fits that description
perfectly. It points out some of the hypocrisies
of movements like women’s rights and depicts how same-sex relationships were
still considered perverted not that long ago, but it didn’t need to be so
boring. Many short stories and short
films have provided long-lasting messages and influences. This film would’ve benefitted from a shorter
format. 11/28/2016
The Unbidden EH/OK
Ever imagined The Joy
Luck Club as a horror movie? Yes,
that was a racist joke because, after all, only honkies (regardless of
sexuality) can be racist right? Barely a
horror movie and more of a drama involving a murder all the Asian women keep
secret for years (one of them appeared to be Caucasian when younger but became
at least half-Asian when older?---whatever, all the older women were
pale-skinned anyway). Oh, there is a
ghost that isn’t really involved until the end.
Although I expected a straight-up horror movie (it was marketed as such and in the horror section on Redbox), it
doesn’t make for a bad dramatic thriller.
Far from perfect and ends sappily.
When most of the cast and crew are Asian-American and involved in
something subpar like this, I am going to mention the race! I love Asian horror movies and many different
Asian foods. I hate everyone, leave me
alone! 11/28/2016
---Sean O.
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