Movie review thread...
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The Electric State. Thought this would be great at the start but then it really goes to poo and actually didn't end up watching the end. Seems that's the general consensus. Perfect review here from Imdb:
The Electric State" had all the ingredients for a great sci-fi adventure-an intriguing premise, a talented cast, and a massive $300+ million budget. Yet, despite these advantages, the film falls flat, failing to deliver anything beyond its initial setup.
The movie starts strong, presenting a mysterious and engaging world that grabs attention. However, as the plot unfolds, it becomes increasingly childish and loses its depth, turning what could have been a thought-provoking sci-fi journey into something simplistic and uninspired. The film seems unsure of its target audience, oscillating between serious themes and a tone that feels more suited for a younger crowd.
With a cast of this caliber, the performances should have been a highlight, but instead, they feel wasted on a script that doesn't give them much to work with.
Especially Millie Bobby Brown feels underwhelming. Her acting lacks the emotional weight needed to carry the story, making it difficult to connect with her character.
Visually, The Electric State is impressive, as expected from a film with such a massive budget. The CGI and world-building are well-crafted, but stunning visuals alone can't compensate for a lackluster narrative. Given the talent and resources behind the project, the final result is frustratingly mediocre.
Ultimately, The Electric State is a missed opportunity. It starts with promise but quickly loses its way, relying on spectacle rather than substance. For a film of this scale, it should have offered much more than a pretty but hollow experience.
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Lee (2024). Biopic of American-British war photographer, Lee Miller.
Outstanding film - really enjoyed it. Winslet in a role she seemed born for and it was great to watch a film without any stupid historical inaccuracies to meet diversity targets. Good tit watch if you're into that sort of thing.
4.5 Rolleiflexes out of 5 Leica SL2's
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Watching Commando....
First scene - doesn't make a lick of sense
Not sure it matters... I know the rest is going to be awesome
Second scene - doesn't make a lick of sense...
I'd forgotten it was Alyssa Milano was the daughter. It's rather uncomfortable watching this, knowing how hot she grows up to be. Kinda like watching Portman in Leon.
Everything else thus far... awesome...
WWE-Royal-Rumble style "buried by 8 security guards - then erupt" - chef's kiss
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"All that matters to me now is Jenny"...
"We'll take Cook's car... he won't be needing it."Who was firing at them when they were taking off in the boat-plane?
After that... just ridiculous and fun. Fuck it, why not.
Such good fun. Made nowadays, it would be ripped to pieces. But as a classic - stands tall.
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@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
Watching Commando....
First scene - doesn't make a lick of sense
Not sure it matters... I know the rest is going to be awesome
Second scene - doesn't make a lick of sense...What ?
I can't think of a movie with an easier plot to follow.
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@MN5 said in Movie review thread...:
@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
Watching Commando....
First scene - doesn't make a lick of sense
Not sure it matters... I know the rest is going to be awesome
Second scene - doesn't make a lick of sense...What ?
I can't think of a movie with an easier plot to follow.
Overall plot - yeah definitely - but just watch the first scene in isolation. Not a lick of sense.
Also - just be patient... I'm drunk, watching it for the 50th time, will be updating that post as I go... -
@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
@MN5 said in Movie review thread...:
@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
Watching Commando....
First scene - doesn't make a lick of sense
Not sure it matters... I know the rest is going to be awesome
Second scene - doesn't make a lick of sense...What ?
I can't think of a movie with an easier plot to follow.
Overall plot - yeah definitely - but just watch the first scene in isolation. Not a lick of sense.
a little girl ( before growing up to be the extremely hot Alyssa Milano EDIT I see you just edited your original post
great minds ) doing wholesome things with her huge muscly Dad after he's finished chopping wood ?Whats not to get ?
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@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
@MN5 I'm talking about the garbage truck assassination.
And then the random "steal a cadillac"Do I have to explain everything ?
That is VERY CLEARLY the bad guys taking out Matrix's men. Of which the guy who ran out to put the bins out was one of........
Although if I heard rubbish trucks coming on the wrong day and I was lying in bed I would think fuck it, I'll catch them next week so that scene is very silly, yes......
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@MN5 said in Movie review thread...:
that scene is very silly yes......
Exactly. I'm drunk, belligerent, and not willing to accept that sort of silly shit.
But... "if you want your kid back, you've got to cooperate, right?" ... "Wrong! boom!" - Fred Flintstoneing the pickup as @Tim put it - makes up for it all immediately. All is forgiven.
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@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
@MN5 said in Movie review thread...:
Was the salesman one of Matrix's men who'd decided to give civilian life a go as a car dealer ?
That's the only explanation I have...
In fact - I'm willing to give the 2nd scene a pass based on that.Well based on what we've seen.......
Guy get killed in his jimjams while desperately trying to get rubbish out on time.....shouldn't he have been slightly suspicious ?
other guy gets killed while focusing on a quick car sale instead of remembering his training....
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TWO "elite" soldiers sent to guard Matrix get killed in seconds
based on all that I think the state of the US Army in the 80s was a disgrace.
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@MN5 said in Movie review thread...:
I'm not quite sure why Arnie felt the need to ( SPOILER ALERT ) rip the seat out of Rae Dawn Chongs car......I'd appreciated your take on that.
Just happened... it's so that he could sit below the line-of-sight. Despite the fact that he never actually did that after the fact.
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@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
@MN5 said in Movie review thread...:
@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
Watching Commando....
First scene - doesn't make a lick of sense
Not sure it matters... I know the rest is going to be awesome
Second scene - doesn't make a lick of sense...What ?
I can't think of a movie with an easier plot to follow.
Overall plot - yeah definitely - but just watch the first scene in isolation. Not a lick of sense.
Also - just be patient... I'm drunk, watching it for the 50th time, will be updating that post as I go...You mean the one where the guy goes out with his rubbish bin and gets shot up by Cook? What part is hard to follow man!
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@canefan said in Movie review thread...:
@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
@MN5 said in Movie review thread...:
@Kruse said in Movie review thread...:
Watching Commando....
First scene - doesn't make a lick of sense
Not sure it matters... I know the rest is going to be awesome
Second scene - doesn't make a lick of sense...What ?
I can't think of a movie with an easier plot to follow.
Overall plot - yeah definitely - but just watch the first scene in isolation. Not a lick of sense.
Also - just be patient... I'm drunk, watching it for the 50th time, will be updating that post as I go...You mean the one where the guy goes out with his rubbish bin and gets shot up by Cook? What part is hard to follow man!
Later on Matrix very helpfully explains that they’ll take Cooks car cos he won’t be needing it.
The reason he won’t be needing it is because he’s dead.
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Where’s Sully?
I let him go.
