Roe Fox

For some reason this is a under reviewed and underrated sci-fi/ fantasy! The story plot was there and it built nicely - it led you in slowly in the beginning introducing you to the different characters and a conflict, and then the climax was really cool! There were bits of humor sprinkle throughout the whole movie, with the characters being memorable and good actors! The visual effects were awesome, I especially like the gold-yellowy light of their superhero powers in their world, and the cinematography was good- what they did with scale was really awesome. They're superpowers are really cool as well. And overall the messages the movie sent and questions it posed about Humanity made a lot of sense. The only thing that maybe could have been better was adding more distinctive and cool music to different parts of the movies, but their costumes are really cool as well. So I would definitely recommend this to any good sci-fi/fantasy movie lover, it gave me a lot of light and I really hope they make the sequel!!

Stunning. Beautifully gorgeous. Epic. Masterpiece. Brilliant. Genius. Poignant. I am on Cloud 9... these are the thoughts/words and feelings that I had following this movie. The legendary Miyazaki strikes again. The story was deep and very emotionally moving/ compelling. It had a clear beginning middle/climax and thought-provoking end. Miyazaki did an excellent job having the viewers think / feel deeply on existential questions that most of us have and if we don't we should have. The story was also about grief and loss, which every human being experiences, but it also had us dig deeper into the questions of what it means to be human, and to live in this world and, perhaps, how far any of us can go in Playing God.... The story was easy enough to follow and was not at all predictable - there are definitely a couple of moments that left my jaw hanging and that were just unexpected. Besides the story, the characters were well developed, enchanting and compelling- I appreciate the touches of humor that were there:-). The artistry was absolutely stunning- rich with different types of colors, and black and white; with 2D and 3D work. The music was orchestral and classic, and keeping with previous Miyazaki work and was timed well to go with the action in the scenes- just transporting. The actors picked for the American translation were perfect, especially the actor that played Mahito. It is difficult to compare with other Miyazaki movies, but this was in keeping with the best of them like Spirited Away, yet it was different enough to stand on his own. Overall I would recommend this to anyone and everyone, preferably 13 and up for kids, but adults will love it too. Misaki is truly superhuman and his legacy will last years into the future. This just gave me so much light, enjoy!

This movie was just so unique, creative, and fantastical! I love the storyline and actually more so because it was reminiscent of the book, The girl in his Shadow which I also loved so much. I just love, as I ultimately see as one of the movies overarching goals, the journey towards independence and to being a progressive female that the main character, Bella Baxter made. I really enjoyed the costumes - the fashion! The music was just so unique and freaky and it matched perfectly with the scenes. The makeup is also very good. Emma Stone does a brilliant acting job, she is just so dedicated. I was less impressed by Mark Ruffalo's characters, but did like William Defoe's acting. And the cinematography, especially the production sets and scenes were just next level, literally from another world; just colorful, fantastic works of art!! You just know this movie had to come from a tortured mind but only in the best way. I am surprised I did not win Golden Globes and Oscars on all the above mentioned aspects. It did kind of tail out and did not give as much time as I would like to certain aspects in the end, like how Bella comes to being a doctor for example, but overall I enjoyed that it took place in 2 hours and 20 minutes- I think that was sufficient. I'm definitely considering buying it. The only sections that I fast- forwarded through or could not look at where the sex scenes- which I think we're pretty much p***, not needed- at least not at that length. It did take away from the movie for me, but I persisted through and was glad I finished in the end. Overall, this was a genius/ masterpiece film and I would recommend it to anyone:-).

This movie was exciting, riveting, filled with good tension and emotionally provoking. The Boys in the Boat is a historical drama based on one of those stories that definitely needed to be retold- and it was done just so beautifully. Despite the politically- filled era of this movie- the focus on simply the boys and the boat was the right way to tell the story. George Clooney as producer, I know could not have not done a good job. The story was well- paced and told out- the characters just grabbed your heart- really good acting; and everything represented during their time period was just so well done. And great cinematography as well especially for the boat races. I literally like cried three times during the movie! Just such an inspiring story, and just overall such a feel good one as well. I would recommend it to anyone!!

This movie was maybe one of my favorite movies of all time. Timothee Chalamet WAS Willy Wonka, and the rest of the cast was excellent- they all had great voices. I love the story, it was just so solid- it had a great beginning, middle, and end. The special effects were some of the best I have ever seen, including the locations used to film and the sets that were built- definitely reminiscent of Harry Potter as far as quality. The original music numbers were unique and stellar, and the music from the original Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was added in perfectly. Costumes and makeup we're great of course, adding to the whole world that I wanted to be mine! I would definitely classify the movie as a sci-fi/fantasy and Musical/ comedy as well- and I loved all of these components equally, especially the comedic moments that you won't want to miss! But there are also really emotionally poignant moments- I was literally sobbing at the end! But it was perfect. I just love everything this movie represented, the importance of maintaining your inner child, believing in your dreams, and of course the importance of Pure Imagination:-). And I am a chocoholic so I definitely found my place here! Perfect for families- children and adults; it is a movie that I will keep forever and watch again and again. It just made me so happy. Magical and Wonderfully Wonka!!!