Death Proof plays almost like a hangout movie; we’re given a set (two sets, to be precise) of fantastic characters — as we have come to expect from Tarantino — and are invited to join them on what, at first, seems like a normal day in their lives. Then — as we have also come to expect — things go horribly wrong; we’re introduced to one of Tarantino’s most brilliantly unlikeable characters, Stuntman Mike.
One of the things I find…
A surreal journey through space and humanity, 2001: A Space Odyssey is an unparalleled visual masterpiece - undoubtedly deserving of its praise and status as one of the best films of all time. Growing increasingly hypnotic as the film slowly and meticulously progresses, we’re told a story that feels somewhat beyond comprehension.
2001 is so incredibly mysterious that it’s very difficult to imagine its making, especially in the magnificently unnerving star gate sequence. Kubrick doesn’t concern himself with the age-old storytelling…
This film really annoys me because of the potential it had.
I absolutely love about 30% of this - the samurai/ninja stuff, most of the fight scenes, the yakuza stuff, wolverine in general, Hiroyuki Sanada, Japan in general, you get the point.
There’s a lot to love, but it’s a mess. And that mess also contains a lot to hate (I’m looking at you last 20 mins, cgi fights ruin everything).
I just wish that this was handled by someone who can make a great, consistent superhero film like Logan! Oh, oh wait...
Episode 1: 3/5 - Quite interesting in its style and replication of classic sitcoms - but it doesn’t help that I don’t much like sitcoms. Wasn’t very funny at all for the most part, but was kept somewhat alive by the moments of mystery, great cinematography, and a great cast with great chemistry.
Episode 2: 3.5/5 - The mystery is expanded upon here, which is good to see (the mysterious element from the trailers is what had me interested in…
