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Airborne (2012)
A free airplane disaster movie, can't resist
Watched it free on youtube. Wasn't absolutely horrible, wasn't top notch. I enjoyed watching Mark Hamill struggle deciding what accent he's going to commit to in a scene where he's speaking with 2 British characters. Ah, the life of a voice actor!
Well, it's nice to know he earned some money to support his family. The director makes an appearance as annoying "Bob", pulling off a convincing American accent. He's an actor making his directorial debut and seems to do a good job.
There are some glaring mistakes such as when the airplane door is opened mid flight the gentle puff of wind entering the craft blowing paper around isn't near close to how it would be in a real situation. However, the guy in charge of blood effects was on point. It was a fun passing of time.
Hard Candy (2005)
Can't take my eyes off ...
...of Patrick Wilson's performance. He's so sweaty, authentic and has all the right reactions. They chose the right actor for this part, but since this was my first time seeing him it colors my perception of his other roles.
Elliott proved they could carry a film. The touch of self awareness in the comment they make about Jody Foster directing the movie version is so on point, makes me chuckle.
This is the revenge story many women and girls play out in their heads to get some justice. But, most victims are so damaged, defeated and withdrawn they wouldn't dare.
It's so claustrophobic with it's limited set, it mimicks the act of abuse, how the walls close in. I can imagine many guys squirmed during the castration scene.
The Juror (1996)
Critics hold grudges
Critics watch so many movies each week they get fatigue. They can develop grudges against an actor and take it out on them with negative reviews. I think that's why this film scored so low with critics, they didn't like Demi's change in career. Although I agree with one point they made, this plot is formulaic. But, then shouldn't the book author be held accountable for that? I think Baldwin held his own as the sweaty creep mob enforcer. I just watched it on Pluto Tv on Aug 30,2022, so seeing Anne Heche was bittersweet, as was Baldwin's holding a gun. Demi did a fine job in her role, certainly not worthy of a golden raspberry, and a young Joseph Gordon Levitt is always a delight.
Watch it for yourself and judge it honestly.
I Am Cait (2015)
I was excited to hear this show was coming
And, I wasn't disappointed. I watched Bruce's transformation into Cait and was so happy for her. I was hoping the show wouldn't be exploitative, and it isn't.
It isn't just Cait trying on clothes all day, as a former reviewer stated. It isn't even about her transition, it's a lens in which to view the trans community. This show will be polarizing. Some will like it and others will hate it.
How one views Cait Jenner says a lot about how they feel about the trans community and other LGB folk. The conversations online it comment sections is heart rending. So much hate spewed, it really makes them uncomfortable that someone wanted to change their body to match their mental gender.
I applaud Cait taking on trans issues for the whole community. She is a role model, a with her she brings the Kardashian celebrity baggage. Some have wondered if she can be an effective voice for the community. They cite her money and ease of transition as not being representive of the experience of most trans folk. I don't have an answer to all of this. Only the future will tell us how well she carries the mantle.
This show gets people talking. It weeds out the haters from the supporters. I love the accepting and celebratory vibe from the show. It's about time trans folk felt like they could be open and proud of who they are. I bet it will kick off many name change parties in the future!