I loved Annihilation. I gave it my highest score (4/4). Sorry you didn't like it, Bill.
I loved Annihilation. I gave it my highest score (4/4). Sorry you didn't like it, Bill.
I loved Annihilation. My favorite film of the year so far. It wasn't just VOD. In fact, it got a pretty decent theatrical release. I was fortunate enough to see it in all its glory on the big screen.
Don't listen to Merlin. This film is not for him. Cerebral, slow burn science fiction is exactly what Annihilation is. If you like that, I see no reason you won't enjoy this film. Alex Garland is a fantastic filmmaker. He'd never make a film with a rating of -1.
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Annihilation is one of the next in my queue. Looking forward to be able to participate in the discussion.
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I think you'll enjoy it, Rick. Its a speculative sci-fi film, don't go in expecting Aliens.
Yeah, that's what I expected after seeing the trailer but now that I know that's not the case, I think my expectations will be more in-check.
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Have you two checked out Vandermeer's next book, Borne? Seeing really good things about it. I love his short fiction, his collection The Third Bear was mind-blowing.
No, it's been in my to-read pile for awhile now. Too many books to read, and too little time
Absolutely.
In the theatre: I saw Solo last week. Give it an 8 out of 10. Loved it - feel good space adventure that is very reminiscent of the original (A New Hope). If Rogue One bummed you out and you're looking to get back the Star Wars love...this one's for you. (I loved Rogue One by the way so not dissing it. It's just much darker.)
On the couch: I saw Despicable me for the first time recently. How did I miss this? Give it a 9 out of 10. "Light bulb".
Upgrade:
A bit of nano-tech, a splash of Kit from Knight Rider, one pinch of the Six Million Dollar man, and a dash of Bruce Lee in this slapped together b-movie. Nothing really original, but still had some laugh out loud moments (in the midst of a dark drama). Not high art, but an entertaining movie. 3.5/6 beers on the RFSRS.
Uprgrade is a cautionary tale against the dangers of giving our lives over to machines. All the tech looks very cool and convenient but we lose our free will. Of course this is nothing new, Stem reminds me of HAL from 2001 but the visuals and the action scenes are pretty sweet! (3.5/4)
There was a preview for Spike Lee's next film before this one, BlacKkKlansman. If you've seen the preview, just imagine the reaction if got from my audience in South Carolina. Quite amusing!
First Reformed:
Paul Schrader (Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, The Last Temptation of Christ), wrote and directed this study of a pastor haing a deep crisis of faith. Filmed in Academy Ratio (1.375:1), it frames closely the faces of the actors to realize their intense angst and sorrow. Pastor Toller (Ethan Hawke), keeps a journal and in a voice-over describes his daily trials and tribulations. When asked to counsel the environmental activist of a pregnant woman against wanting her to have an abortion, Toller begins to question his own beliefs.
An early scene in the 3rd reel may have viewers questioning the meaning (reality?) of what happens. The closing scene will also lead to intense lobby discussions about the movie.
5/6 beers on the RFSRS
A Quiet Place.
I thought it was great, very tense and intense, but my comments are a bit spoilerish, so:
Spoiler:
Eastasia has always taught college students to feel pride or shame according to their race.