Angie Kinsey

I really wanted to like this one, but the plot is very slow & the director got cute by employing the evil trifecta of suspended disbelief: Low/no lighting, mumbling actors, and a shakey camera. As if getting through this wasn't difficult enough because of the writing! Predictable is OK if done well, but this was NOT done well. Poor story-line, mostly Afflect getting loaded and stumbling around. When he tries to clean up- it's just a matter of will. Riiiiiiight. But, I may have misunderstood since I could only hear the actors when they were screaming obscenities...and it could have been the wrong characters because who can see them!?

This production of Shogun is both well written and well-acted. Anna Sawai as Mariko is phenomenal. She not only inhabits her character but brings to life that of all those around her. Toronaga and Anjin would not be bearable were it not for her understated but powerful performance. Well defined characters bring to life a compelling story about a master tactician who longs to be Shogun. Don't miss this one.

Wonder-fully weird and incredibly poignant- this movie is well written, adeptly shot, and superbly acted. Frances Pugh made me care about something I didn't think I could-- self-inflicted harm. Then, she--with only her acting skill-turned the story on its head and made me realize anything that dims the wonder of a child is the real culprit here. The breaking of the 4th wall wasn't distracting at all- in fact, it was so well done that it hooked me from the beginning. Every now and then a compilation comes along with the right cast, the right director, the right penmen/women, and arrives at just the right time taking us not only by surprise as an audience but as hostages to the story. The Wonder is such a compilation.

This miniseries is beautiful. The cinematography alone is worth a watch. The actors are brilliant. Not a bad performer in the cast. However, and I was reluctant but compelled to point out the obvious, the writing seemed to be over the top with absolutely no payoff in terms of climax. It felt like they were trying to be profound, but just couldn't quite get there. The audience is left wondering wth is going on & we don't care enough about the characters to stay with them thru this choppy convoluted plot line. If you find yourself saying: My God, this is beautiful but what is going on!? You're not alone.

I'm a fan of the books, and this series is a great representation of Lee Child's imaginings. Reacher is as described - big guy, Southern charm, manners, and a calm demeanor until the chips are down- then Reacher explodes with cat-like reflexes and a powerful punch. The characters are well developed. The plot is a nail biter. Definitely worth the wait! If you suffered through Tom Cruise playing this character- you'll be thrilled with this actor!

Nerdiest ᑐᑌᑎᕮ yet! (That’s a compliment) If you're a ᑐᑌᑎᕮ fan (books or movies) you'll love it. If not, there's a 50/50 chance you'll love it. Either way it's visually stunning. Definitely see it in a theater if possible. If not, HBO has done you a favor. WARNING: May be triggering for military PTSD. Fans of the books will be happy with the added details. Be aware this is PART 1 of a series of movies. Therefore, it may seem a bit slow because the stage is being set. Still, a feast for the eyes. For those who have seen the ᑐᑌᑎᕮ movie from the 1980s, you'll notice some similarities. Many of the scenes are almost verbatim but with updated- visually stunning- special effects and new actors. Timothee Chalamette has a less formal character than in previous portrayals. In fact, they're all less formal and more relatable. The actress who plays Lady Jessica is especially commanding In her performance. Javier Bardem is as creepy as ever. Jason Momoa doesn't disappoint. This ᑐᑌᑎᕮ offers a greater sense of place with its sweeping shots and artistic works. The plot is better explained with effotless dialog so we aren't left to guess what many of the terms are from Herbert's work. The sand worms are certainly more frightening. My one big complaint is the score choice- its often terse and sometimes annoying.The Score is just AWFUL. I remember thinking during peak moments of score irritation: it would be better with a Hans Zimmer-type score! Imagine my surprise when I found out this awful mess was scored by Zimmer. Overall, it's entertaining. Enjoy ᑐᑌᑎᕮ and join us in anticipating part two.

No Time to Die is the perfect send-off for Daniel Craig. There's action, gadgets, and excess - of course - but there's also a great plot, a few unexpected twists, and an actual love for our man Bond. This film ties the previous Craig films up in a neat red bow for Bond lovers and gives us the gift of closure.

10/10 Bloody fantastic STILL one of the most cleverly written shows on TV! During the pandemic I had to look back to find a show I couldn't live without- DEXTER is it! Michael C Hall and company act the writing in clever ways upping the game for Dexter. Can't wait for New Blood!

Fantasy for the Fantasy Fan GOT has something for everyone-even if you're not a Fantasy fan. It truly excels in every department. Jon Snow and the Dyneris Stormborn are underdogs, and everyone loves an underdog. The hound and the red queen are unlikely villains one can root for. The writing and brilliant settings keep the watcher intrigued. The characters draw one in and the writers keep us going. I loved how this series ended. I know many may disagree, but it ended aptly and told an age old story of corruption that ended well. Pro-tip: Season one may seem slow, but it's setting the board with characters and introducing us at the same time. You CAN move on to Season two, but you'll circle back to get the important details you miss. Granted, it IS a bit slow and it does have details but they become important later. And then there's the nudity. If that floats your boat- you're in luck. By season two we're off and running.

A Friend told me this is one of the best shows out there. They were right! The writing is top notch, acting stellar, and production is mind blowing. Our scrappy band go up against some interesting villains and it's not always going to go the way we planned. Strap in and hang on for the ride!