Nothing super special and it feels like it just played off of what worked for the first film. They knew the return on investment would be there because of how well the first movie did. I wish it took more of a risk like the first movie. This is a great example of representation in films and I’m sure this will have a positive impact on the next generation of Disney kids growing up.
A few fun facts:
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Yeah so I watched this Saturday because I had always been meaning to watch it and what a regrettable choice. I couldn’t believe how many songs were crammed into this. I didn’t even know it was kind of a musical but I learned that very quickly with the opening scene. This just felt like a money grab after a very successful original and remake. If this re-remake brings the story to whole new generation that also ends up watching the…
This was a great film and my second film noir. This inspired me to add Rear Window to my watchlist. My favorite part of the whole film was the long one-take shots that started with a wide shot and ended up being unbelievably close. The director used these a few times.
Notorious stays true to the film noir genre with the playful use of shadows, close-up shots, and uncomfortable angles. Hitchcock personalized this style and brings this unique story to…
Solid film that was enjoyable and creative and new. Huge cast and big budget. The use of pink was unbelievable and the cast was never ending. I sniped the intro’s nod to 2001 a Space Odyssey. I also felt like this film had Cat in the Hat setting vibes and Truman-esque approach to living the same life and other people are in on it until Margot Robbie realized she needed to save herself. Really appreciated the creativity behind it and happy I saw it. Will Farrell was a great addition.
