Hunting Sunsets

"Barbie" is seriously a great movie. The songs are so catchy, the storyline is gripping, and the actors are amazing as well. I see that a lot of the reviews were about people who do not like female empowerment movies. I don’t think that Barbie is a feminist movie just because there was a female empowerment theme. It is really about the dolls finding their own way. I do think it’s reasonable that the movie is about girl power, just like the classic Barbie dolls we grew up with. Barbie was a symbol of imagination, empowerment, and fashion. That’s what this movie is about too. This movie is pure entertainment gold and a heartwarming throwback to cherish! There is nothing to discuss or dive deeper into about this movie. It is pure entertainment and nostalgia. It is just something to enjoy!

This was one of Disney's successful remakes, and one thing they tend to do is stray away from the main storyline. However, I'm so happy they decided to follow the main theme in this film. We also got to learn a little more about why Eric fell in love with Ariel, and it was truly adorable to watch. I especially loved witnessing the three days they had to make Eric and Ariel kiss. Sebastian, Scuttle, and Flounder were all incredibly cute and funny. The singing was absolutely amazing. Halle has the voice of an angel, and whenever she sang, the theater was completely silent, especially during "Part of Your World." I also really enjoyed the additional songs they inserted; they fit the storyline well and didn't feel out of place. My favorite addition was the song Halle sang when she was taken to the castle by an employee. One thing I have to mention is that the lighting was quite dark. While I appreciate the realism they added, I think they could have brightened it a little to enhance the magical feel of the film. Overall, this was an excellent movie! I would definitely watch it again, and I'm eagerly awaiting its release on Disney Plus. It felt like I was experiencing "The Little Mermaid" all over again. I actually shed a tear at the end. Halle was the perfect casting choice for Ariel; she was beautiful, cute, and kind, truly embodying the character.

The first five episodes of the show were excellent, with great K-Drama vibes and captivating scenes set in Korea. However, the subsequent episodes became confusing. It felt abrupt and unrealistic for Kitty to suddenly develop feelings for Yuri while being drunk and seemingly forgetting about her longtime connection with Dae. Despite the inclusion of LGBTQ+ stories, it seemed like the show was trying to force a narrative by making Kitty bisexual. Considering the movies and books, this portrayal seems unlikely and rushed, lacking proper explanation. On a positive note, Q is my favorite character due to his humor and cuteness, and I enjoyed the friendship dynamic between Kitty and Q. After Dae and Kitty's relationship was resolved, it would have been satisfying to see them genuinely enjoy each other's company without any further complications. Dae's character had potential, but he was used as a mere pawn for a significant portion of the season, which made his ending scene more upsetting for me. The plot twists throughout the show were enjoyable, but they might have been too frequent, giving the impression that the story progressed too quickly. Perhaps longer episodes could have allowed for better plot development and cohesion. I did enjoy the story of Alex finding his parents though. The scene with Yuri’s mom holding her hand and Alex’s was adorable. And when you think about it, we barely learned anything about her mom except that she went to KISS and hid her friends pregnancy. The idea of capturing her mom's essence through the places she visited in school was mentioned by Kitty in almost every episode, but it was only portrayed in a single scene. Overall, the show has a great cast that have amazing chemistry and storyline, but certain aspects lack coherence and can leave viewers puzzled.

So I had the greatest time! I've never seen them in a live concert so I was very excited for this opportunity. Watching it made me realize how much I'm in love with these babies :(