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The Dark Myth 1990
An incredibly rich history at its core, and especially for the devoted Naruto fans, it adds layers of depth to the existing lore to the familiar names from the legendary manga series while packing in plenty of extra intrigue for the film itself. Artistically, it is top-tier —— the intricate designs of mystical creatures and the thrilling bursts of gore create moments of suspense and excitement in an instant. However, the film also suffers from a fatal flaw that nearly…
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Captain America: Brave New World 2025
Another example of how weak the MCU has become, both in terms of its characters and its overall influence as a franchise. The attempt to craft a political thriller in the spirit of "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" is commendable, and while the story leans heavily on previous installments and exposition, it still holds together — whether or not it is well layered enough is another question. As an MCU viewer, I generally appreciate films with more dialogues and character-driven…
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Asako I & II 2018
"Who we love is all based on chance"—a takeaway from someone else that really touched me. A refreshingly unique story, built around a twist that not only raises eyebrows but also drops jaws. The film unfolds naturally, without excessive stylization or romanticization, making the characters and their emotions feel raw — although the price is that they do not necessarily appear to be appealing for the viewers. Indeed, many are taking issue with the unconventional nature of the plot twist…
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The Happiness of the Katakuris 2001
If this isn't genius, then what is? The film may not be as stylistically spectacular as the famous "House", but its boundless creativity, particularly shown in the variety of music genres and scenarios, is equally astonishing. Even more surprising is that it comes from the hands that crafted "Audition", which makes me more convinced about its quality beneath the surface. Creating something that has the authentic crappiness yet being sophisticated is never small feat, and while the film looks extremely…
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