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Terminator 2 judgement day
Terminator 2, one of if not my favorite movie of all time. A fantastic sequel that should be the blueprint for all sequels. Perfectly balancing expanding on the story and characters, providing fan service of the original film, and providing great twists throughout the whole movie. Truly a masterpiece film.
By Dyllon Rodillon3 years ago in Critique
The 1619 Project
The 1619 Project is a Hulu documentary based on the book of the same name. An investigative journalist, Nikole Hannah-Jones, conducts interviews to guide our journey through Black American history. The six-episode season contains impactful education and storytelling. Those who want to learn about Black America should watch this show.
By Riah the Writer3 years ago in Critique
The Iron Giant
Hogarth befriends a metal-eating war robot, teaching him language, purpose, goodness. Father’s lessons manifested. Government fights for the “greater good;” paranoid weapons race. One power-crazed agent investigates the wrong angle.
By Mackenzie Davis3 years ago in Critique
The Old Man and The Sea
Hemmingway captures the heart of life with Santiago, who won’t believe old age makes him an unlucky fisherman. Strength and tenacity are juxtaposed alongside vulnerability and faith as he fights the giant marlin alone at sea, only to lose it to feasting sharks. Santiago represents man’s will to overcome adversity.
By Sherry Ryan3 years ago in Critique
Ghostbusters. 1984 Classic
In "Ghostbusters," supernatural folly meets comedic chaos. Eager scientists unleash spectral pandemonium upon NYC. Ectoplasmic wonders and catchy tunes ensue, yet the line between hilarity and chaos blurs.
By ColdHardCash3 years ago in Critique
The Pulitzer Prize winning, "THE KILLER ANGELS"
Submitted under a different title. Thank you.
By mark william smith3 years ago in Critique
The Great Gatsby
A classic American love story: Romantic love, platonic love, love of money, love of booze, love of life, and so much more; The American Dream encapsulated by a beautifully poignant tragedy. It's a tale we've all heard, presented in a way that leaves you reeling, but coming back for more.
By Taylor Inman3 years ago in Critique
House of Night Marked What Could Have Been Different
In the world of Zoey Redbird everything wasn't what she thought. But then a Vampyre tracker comes to her school marking her. She didn't have the support of her parents. So she drives to her grandmothers Lavender farm.
By Emily Radford(Rising Phoenix)3 years ago in Critique
The Office
A show that found a way to make staplers in Jello, awkward silence, and small-time office antics worthy of a Dunder Mifflin Dundie. Episodes would make me laugh out loud. Even though I often cringed as it was hard and soft at the same time.
By C. H. Richard3 years ago in Critique
The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
"The Devil Wears Prada" stylishly captures the fashion industry's allure and demands. Streep's powerhouse performance as Miranda Priestly is a highlight, yet the film sometimes prioritizes surface-level glamour over fully exploring its characters' complexities. Still, it remains a guilty pleasure and engaging glimpse into the high-stakes world of haute couture.
By Bekah Writes3 years ago in Critique
The Notebook
In a contemporary nursing home, an elderly Duke shares a heartfelt tale with a female patient: Back in 1940, during a carnival on Seabrook Island, South Carolina, Noah Calhoun, a lumber mill worker, crosses paths with 17-year-old heiress Allison "Allie" Hamilton. Allie is vacationing there with her parents for the summer. Noah becomes smitten with her and they embark on a passionate romance.
By Judith Akabs3 years ago in Critique
Landscape with Invisible Hand
Two teens hatch a risky plan to save their families when an occupying alien species leaves most of the planet impoverished and unemployed. When an occupying alien species' bureaucratic rule and advanced technology leave most of Earth impoverished and unemployed, two teenagers hatch a risky plan to ensure their families' futures.
By kathy rich3 years ago in Critique