Favorite films
Don’t forget to select your favorite films!
Don’t forget to select your favorite films!
DISCLAIMER: I first watched this film back in 2015, so nostalgia definitely plays a role in my fondness for it.
REVIEW:
"Kingsman: The Secret Service" delivers an entertaining blend of classic spy tropes and modern action flair. The premise is intriguing, and the antagonist's over-the-top villainy is both menacing and oddly charming. While characters like Charlie Hesketh lean into familiar archetypes (that of the school bully), the film shines in its stylish action sequences and witty dialogue. It's clear that…
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Just finished "Lucy" and I'm left scratching my head. The premise is intriguing enough, but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. While Lucy's character is fairly well-fleshed out, her objectivity and lack of emotion perfectly aligning with the plot, the supporting characters feel like hollow shells. They lack any real development and seem remarkably willing to simply follow along, devoid of any major ideas or concerns of their own.
It's especially frustrating because the film hints at potential…