Clay Stablein

She is a highly skilled former competitive ice skater and now a highly accomplished gourmet chef, a fact she keeps from her husband. He would be a stay-at-home dad, were it not for one significant factor: her terminal cancer diagnosis. The film's nonlinear narrative structure, reminiscent of a character's fragmented memories before death, is deeply affecting and will undoubtedly evoke a strong emotional response from viewers. The acting is superb, the casting impeccable, and the direction masterful.

I cannot find a single problem with this film, from the setup, the acting, and the resolution.

The film was satisfactory, though the plot contrivances were somewhat contrived. The acting was adequate but lacked depth. I found the romantic storyline between Rami Malek and Bresnahan compelling. The method by which he manipulated events was not clearly depicted, creating plot inconsistencies. The audience is left to infer his acquisition of both the necessary intelligence and resources. The disposal of the body by his Istanbul contact was not explicitly shown. The film's ingenuity in its plot devices was a significant highlight. There is something lacking in his performance for me.

Question: Why does the kid act the way he does in the killing of a sacred deer? Answer: In "The Killing of a Sacred Deer," the boy, Martin, acts the way he does because he believes Steven, the father figure, is responsible for his father's death due to negligence while operating on him while intoxicated. Martin sees this as a transgression against the divine order and believes Steven must pay the price through a sacrifice, ultimately leading to the family's suffering and the tragic events in the film. Here's a more detailed breakdown: A Retelling of a Greek Myth: The film is a modern retelling of the Iphigenia myth, where a king (Steven) is punished by the gods for a transgression (killing a sacred deer - his father) and must make a sacrifice to appease them. Martin as a Figure of Justice: Martin, in this context, can be seen as a god or a force of divine justice demanding retribution for the father's death. The "Sacred Deer" Incident: The film makes it clear that the father's death was caused by the surgeon's negligence while under the influence of alcohol. Martin's Demand for Sacrifice: Martin's belief in this injustice leads him to demand that Steven make a sacrifice to balance the scales, which ultimately leads to the family's misfortune. The Family's Suffering: The family is afflicted by a mysterious illness, and their lives are threatened. This illness is a direct consequence of Martin's belief in justice and his demand for a sacrifice. The Resolution: The resolution of the film leaves the audience to grapple with the nature of justice, the power of vengeance, and the consequences of personal failings.

Not a really good telling of an origin story. I feel they wasted an opportunity.

Oscar-worthy performances. I watched it on an airplane ride. Great chemistry. Witty. Sad. Scary. The backstory love story? Very well done. Tying it all together? Superb. Blake is a natural. So utterly convincing at every turn. Great plot. Great writing. Pacing was perfect. I can't say enough good things about this film. I wasn't expecting this. I expected some fluff and filler and awkward pieces. I got real-life drama, done cold-heartedly when necessary, real at other moments, witty and engaging when needed. Great main cast. Great supporting cast. All very believable and tragic.

A solid remake, with a positive message that I enjoyed thoroughly with my grandkids.

While considered a career setback by some, I believe *Green Lantern* surpasses *Captain Marvel* in quality. Considering Ryan Reynolds' portrayal of Deadpool, I foresee limited future prospects for *Green Lantern*, despite its initial potential. While it may not reach the heights of *Iron Man*, what script revisions could enhance the film? I find Ryan Reynolds more compelling as Green Lantern than as Deadpool, and less reliant on self-parody. Overall, the acting is well done. This is definitely the best acting from Ryan Reynolds. And, as I alluded to, his caricature of himself as a comedian belies what could have been. It's sad to watch what could have been, a promising career that has unfortunately devolved into a comedic one-liner. The pacing of the film works for me. The setting is well chosen. How he gets the green suit and the exhilaration felt when he learns to fly are well done. The SFX is very good throughout, perhaps especially given that this was 2011.

At first, I thought the woman playing Joan Baez did a better job of drawing me in and making me believe it was her than Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of a young Bob Dylan. I certainly don't know the story, and I've just read a *Men's Health* article describing all the inaccuracies and literary and filmmaking liberties taken with Bob Dylan's real-life story, but I don't care about that. What I do care about is: Was I inspired? Did Bob Dylan come to life? Is this story bigger than life now, based on his music? And did I learn a few things, even if inaccuracies exist? I think there were some, and all that did happen. And I'm a fan of Timothée Chalamet, the actress, the director, and the movie. I don't know Pete Seeger all that well and his effect, but I thought Ed Norton did a good job. This isn't a must-see movie, but it's enjoyable nonetheless, especially for someone who loves music as much as I do.

I wanted to become terrified, but I was sort of grossed out, bored, and uninterested. This is a huge bummer, because I was really looking forward to this retelling of an original take on this interesting story, based on all the reviews I read. I love Dracula films. The 2019 Netflix Dracula is my favorite. The Last Voyage of the Demeter is my second favorite, and generally, I enjoy a good Dracula flick. Not this one. It just didn't do it for me. I don't mind sexual undertones, generally, but this one felt like soft porn a couple of times. It didn't work for me. His minion didn't do it for me. The purported love story—or perhaps grotesquery—was not well done. Why did the vampire wheeze? It was distracting, not chilling. Although the acting was generally good, I found it unbelievable, exaggerated, and out of touch at precisely the wrong moments, when I wanted to be really sucked in. It didn't deliver or dovetail with the basic terrifying tale of the movie. The pacing was off, and the story moved from moment to moment in a way that I could not find a rhythm.