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A Friend of the Family (2022)
The true face of evil
This series is chilling while remaining tasteful. Although nothing is ever shown, it is clearly implied, and the extent of abuse a man named Robert Bechtold threw on this family is shocking.
It's rare for me to be moved to tears, but the final moments of the last episode were so perfectly acted by McKenna Grace it moved me to tears. She's clearly a future star.
I'm left pissed, but with reason. And if the real Jan Broberg's goal was to worn us to spot this type of predator, and protect our children at all costs, then mission accomplished.
I do want to shout out the set designers as well. It would have been extremely difficult to pull this off as well as they did.
Peaky Blinders: Lock and Key (2022)
Electric finale
I loved this finale. It is always a huge risk leading into the end of a series this big. But this was written and paced beautifully. It is clearly a setup for the film, which will be the true finale, but regardless it is wonderful.
The Boys (2019)
Great show, lots of fun, ruined by politics
This show was very fun. A big escape from the Marvel nonsense. And then the wokes got ahold of it and made it about politics... because they can't handle making a fun show without infusing the bull.
Ephraim's Rescue (2013)
Ok... I know I'm biased but...
Obviously as a film, this falls a bit flat. I get it. The female lead is lifeless, there's a horrible story flow and characters that are hard to connect with. BUT. As an LDS filmgoer, this thing is strong. If I weren't LDS this would get a 4/10. But because I am, and the experience I had spiritually while watching it, it gets the 7.
The Saratov Approach (2013)
I served a mission in Russia. This was horribly done.
The acting is subpar, the cinematography is lacking, and the Russian is not understandable. It's very clear that they didn't have any help with the language. Overall not put together well. Go ahead and skip.
Lamb of God: The Concert Film (2021)
For Any Who Love the Life of Christ
The music lays out the life of Christ in a suburb human way. It was exquisite and very well performed. The most notable performance was that of Peter.
I only give it a 7 because some of the vocalists, especially the women, struggled with higher notes. The cinematography was a bit strange for most of it, and it could have used some other visual references through the concert.
That beings said. I cried throughout because of the strong connection I felt with the final week of Jesus' life. A wonderful work of art.
Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
Straight for DVD Disney
The writing felt like a Disney Channel TV Show desperately trying to appeal to Gen Z. There was no moral depth, no emotional attachment to any of the characters, plot holes farther than the eye could see. Sounds strange to review a "kids" movie this way, but Disney has set the bar so high that when there is a flop it is glaring.
A slight step above Ice Age.
At least it looked nice.
The Social Dilemma (2020)
The Problem With Social Media is The Right
It's ironic to watch something clearly explaining how social media manipulated the way you think, while simultaneously exclaiming that the solution is to regulate social media to only show things that matter on the left. I'm so tired of politics being interlaced into everything we watch and hear. I'm in the center, and if you are too I'd stay away. Unless you want a lecture on climate change, Covid, and 2016 Election.
The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
The Perfect Ending to the Trilogy
I would like to suggest that researching anything to deep about this film is a bad idea. Go into it with a clean slate. The experience will be ruined for you if you do not.
REVIEW IN SUMMARY:
The movie was phenomenal. It never slows, and I was surprised it was over when the time came. If you've disliked the pacing of past Nolan films, you will be fine with this one. This movie has incredible acting, a beautiful story, and is the perfect end to the Trilogy.
FULL REVIEW:
For starters, the Nolan brothers have created a masterpiece of a script. The themes explored in this film are stirring, and inspiring. The story is beautiful, and full of depth. Those of you looking for a simple mindless thriller will probably find this film to be, "alright", but you won't get the hype behind it. You won't understand everyone's obsession with this film. If you haven't liked Nolan's previous work, you won't like this one. It's not about the action, or the simple mindless battles many superhero movies today are all about. It's not as simple as those are. But do not despair, there is more large scale action in this then any of the other Batman films thus far.
But, it is easy to follow. Even if you haven't seen the other movies in the franchise you will understand it. The other movies add depth, so I suggest you see the other two films before you see this one, but all the same you'll be able to follow it.
Chris Nolan tells the story well. It wasn't as choppy and unorganized as some of his past films. This one is by far his best work.
Tom Hardy brings an elegance to the villain of Bane that is addicting. Yes, you read right, and elegance. Class. He is a classy villain, whose motivations are understandable, and frighteningly relatable. This is, in my opinion, his best work aside from Warrior.
As far as comparisons to the Joker go, it's like comparing an apple to an orange. Except when you bight into Bane, and the threat he presents, you'll forget the Joker even existed.
Anne Hathaway won't be disappointing. I know I, like many of you, was worried when we saw that name on the cast list. But she does fine.
This movie will stir your emotions. Satisfy your need for action. Satisfy your need for Batman. And satisfy your need for insurmountable villains. It will also satisfy those who have read the comics. Although this story does not follow in exactness to any original comic, Nolan cleverly manipulates the characters to fit the comic agenda, in a more "modern" or "realistic" sense.
This film is full of surprises. So I suggest you stop reading these reviews, avoid potential spoilers, and go enjoy the show.