What film did you watch last night?

Watched Venom the last dance and thought it was ok.
Compared to the other spiderverse films like Morbius and Madame Web its a masterpiece but it just shows how bad they were as this is just an average comic book film.
5/10
 
Mountainhead - 7.5/10

Just a horrendous cast of characters beautifully brought to life. Some parts are funny, some parts are horrendously believable. Kind of reminds me of Four Lions.
 
The amateur
6.5 / 10

Rami Mallick, basically plays an older version of mr robot (i.e. limited emotion) using hacking skills to take down the killers of his wife.
watchable but even thou things happen, its like not much happens to be honest. dont think i would watch it again tbh
 
The Northman

I do like a bit of Viking violence, so I thought this would be right up my street, but I found the whole thing disappointing from start to end. Some of the imagery is cool, the music is good, and there are some bits which seem to be genuine old Norse and perhaps even historically accurate music without the incongruent use of throat singing that seems to pervade Viking TV shows. But it is a miserable story, with really no-one that you actually root for throughout, the combat is clunky and unconvincing, and there's far too much manly roaring in its place. There are mediocre CGI mythic elements peppering the action, none of which really hit the mark and just make the pacing odd instead. I have no idea why its so well received overall.

4/10. Should have turned it off, tbh.
 
Mr Jack said:
The Northman

I do like a bit of Viking violence, so I thought this would be right up my street, but I found the whole thing disappointing from start to end. Some of the imagery is cool, the music is good, and there are some bits which seem to be genuine old Norse and perhaps even historically accurate music without the incongruent use of throat singing that seems to pervade Viking TV shows. But it is a miserable story, with really no-one that you actually root for throughout, the combat is clunky and unconvincing, and there's far too much manly roaring in its place. There are mediocre CGI mythic elements peppering the action, none of which really hit the mark and just make the pacing odd instead. I have no idea why its so well received overall.

4/10. Should have turned it off, tbh.
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It was pretty dire. I remember feeling it had a Shakespeare vibe to it, then found out it's an adaptation of a Norse story, Amleth, which is also what Hamlet was based on.
 
The Arrival (1996) Full Movie on YouTube


I have seen this decades ago but completely forgot about it so was happy to see it all free and full on the tube.

Like Contact and the more recent Arrival (see below), it's rather thought provoking and one of the few films that really challenge the mind and portray a message.

 
the salt path 8/10
A wife (Gillian Anderson), and her husband (

Jason Isaacs)
lose thier home with it being repossessed they decide to swap their farm house for a tent, and walk the salt path from minehead to Poole, in Dorset, running along Devon, and Cornwall's coastlines
Jolly good film, full of the feels, without it being a tear jerker (thankfully)
the casting is really good, the story is well adapted, as it is a true story, that they transcripted from the diary that the wife kep on their journey,
Devon, and cornwall, look fantastic, and the videotography makes excellent use of that!

there are undertones in this, or at least I think so, of our earth being our home. and what happens when you are kicked out of your home, are homeless, run out of money, and don't have much food either
I recommend watching the film as it is probably a modern classic, and deserves to be seen by a wider audience that it might otherwise reach
8/10
enjoy!
 
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Threepwood said:
the salt path 8/10
A wife (Gillian Anderson), and her husband (

Jason Isaacs)
lose thier home with it being repossessed they decide to swap their farm house for a tent, and walk the salt path from minehead to Poole, in Dorset, running along Devon, and Cornwall's coastlines
Jolly good film, full of the feels, without it being a tear jerker (thankfully)
the casting is really good, the story is well adapted, as it is a true story, that they transcripted from the diary that the wife kep on their journey,
Devon, and cornwall, look fantastic, and the videotography makes excellent use of that!

there are undertones in this, or at least I think so, of our earth being our home. and what happens when you are kicked out of your home, are homeless, run out of money, and don't have much food either
I recommend watching the film as it is probably a modern classic, and deserves to be seen by a wider audience that it might otherwise reach
8/10
enjoy!
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Thanks, Threepwood. I'll give it a go on the strength of such a strong recommendation.
 
Sinners 8/10
Fell just a touch short of greatness for me. Cast is fantastic, music is fantastic, setting is fantastic. It doesn't quite mesh together though, second half falling a little short of the first.
 

Ballerina: High-Octane Action Over Substance - 5.5/10​


"Ballerina" largely confirmed my initial impression that it was a bit of a cash grab, a feeling that persisted after its release. While the film attempts to expand the John Wick universe through a familiar character, her connection to John himself feels notably thin, stemming from what was essentially a five-minute interaction in Parabellum.

It quickly becomes apparent that the film is primarily built around its action scenes, with the story feeling like an afterthought – a basic plot quickly thrown together simply to facilitate the next fight sequence. This imbalance is particularly striking given that Len Wiseman directed it, not Chad Stahelski, the visionary behind the main John Wick films. Although Stahelski served as a producer and was reportedly brought in for extensive reshoots to polish the action, the movie ultimately lacks the refined flow and consistent quality of its predecessors.

While the action sequences are often great, delivering explosive entertainment, some moments are undeniably unrealistic, even within the stylized world of the franchise. In terms of overall polish and narrative depth compared to the John Wick standard, I'd honestly class "Ballerina" as more of a B-movie.

If you're seeking a straightforward action flick and don't prioritize a compelling story, "Ballerina" might satisfy with its strong action. However, for those expecting the nuanced world-building and seamless execution of the core series, it's a less polished experience.

Missed Opportunities in the John Wick World​

"Ballerina" truly feels like a significant missed opportunity, especially considering the rich, pre-built world of John Wick they had at their disposal. With the proven success of the main series and the considerable amount of time this spin-off has been in planning and discussion, it's disappointing to see a film that doesn't fully leverage the potential of its universe. The depth, established lore, and compelling characters of the John Wick saga offered so much more to work with than what was ultimately delivered.

If I were to choose how to continue with the John Wick universe, I believe they may have been better off exploring:

A prequel based on John Wick's own backstory or his legendary "impossible task."
A deeper dive into compelling existing characters we've only briefly encountered, such as Caine (the blind man), the Adjudicator, or the Bowery King.
Building a completely new character that audiences could genuinely connect to on a deeper level, underpinned by a strong, well-developed story, much like they did with John Wick himself.
 
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Richeh said:
It Feeds - 7.5/10

This was surprising, was expecting it to be another cliched trashy horror from a B list cast. But I thought it was really well done, good acting, nicely delving into trauma and lays out the 'concept' early on as in accept it or don't. If you're a horror fan definitely check it out. Actually quite a similar concept to the aptly named 'It Follows' just with a different vibe.
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Funny fact, the guy you see 'Larry' in the first five minutes is the university student drug dealer from the first Harold and Kumar movie.
 
How to Train Your Dragon (2025) - 8/10

A great production all round with a solid plot, stunning scenery and fantastic action sequences.

Some of the actors and pacing felt a bit off and the child friendly drama meant it lacked grit at times, but the stirring ending and exhilarating flight scenes made up for it.

The story of friendship and finding your place in society was told well with plenty of light humor and action and the blend of CGI dragons with real places and people was seamless.
 
mrk said:
The Arrival (1996) Full Movie on YouTube


I have seen this decades ago but completely forgot about it so was happy to see it all free and full on the tube.

Like Contact and the more recent Arrival (see below), it's rather thought provoking and one of the few films that really challenge the mind and portray a message.

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Good movie. I’ll give it another watch tonight .
 
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How to train your dragon live action - 9/10

For me basically nailed it. One of my favourite films. It's a film that brings a tear to my eye and feel quite attached to the main character.
Very much reminds me of the bond I have with my dog. I'm sure many others with pets feel the same.

Basically like for like of the original. With a bit of padding in the action sequences.

Yes it's a remake. But yes I loved it.
 
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