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Vampire Academy (2022)
I can forgive adaptions being very different from the original material, but I can't forgive pure trash
In my teenage years I read and enjoyed the original series and the spin-off series. I also actually enjoyed the movie since it captured some of the silliness I loved about the books and I did feel the characters were portayed with a fair degree of justice.
I REALLY wanted to like this series but I don't. It's not just that the story and characters are different, but the WRITING is embarrassing. One of the worst pieces of trash I've seen lately. As a plus, I actually like the actress potraying Rose, she's feisty, tough and, above all, loyal.
I could only watch one episode, and trust me I forced myself to even finish this one. I do my best not to review things based on only one episode, but I know this is not for me.
Morbius (2022)
Great if you want to punish your boyfriend while also punishing yourself
At first I was excited to watch this with my boyfriend because I wanted to torture him for making me watch John Wick for the 100th time. In the end, I learned a valuable lesson: while seeking revenge, dig two graves - one for yourself. Thank you, Morbius!
P. S. A big shoutout to the rat for being the most believable actor. You go little guy! Other than the rat being great, I really loved how subtle the Casio product placement was!
David Spade: Nothing Personal (2022)
What a trainwreck
This show felt like when there's nothing left in your fridge, so you eat that one can of beans you've been saving just in case.
I've never seen a show of his, and I definitely never will again.
Michelle Wolf: Joke Show (2019)
She doesn't know when to stop.
I enjoyed her show, even the parts that made me angry or uncomfortable (the rape jokes were distasteful to say the least) --- until she said that men with small penises should just kill themselves. Then she continued by saying that her joke is funny because if any men get angry, they'll make it obvious that they have small penises. So not only did she say a horrible thing, she then proceeded to gaslight the people she hurt. And her audience laughed it off.
Inviting people who maybe are already self-conscious or, worse, depressed about their bodies, to end their own lives is not acceptable. In fact, it's a horrible thing to say. Just horrible. No. There's a difference between being edgy and being a psychopath. Actually, a psychopath would have more perspective than this person.
Army of the Dead (2021)
Hilarious comedy starring Drax the Destroyer
Yes, the script was appalling, the characters very annoying, the plot idiotic, but I got a good laugh exactly because of that.
Also, guys, brace yourselves! There will be a sequel.
Shadow and Bone (2021)
Completely over the moon, but I'm definitely biased
When I first heard there would be an adaptation of the series, made by Netflix no less, I internally screamed and screeched. I have rarely seen an adaptation that I liked, and never one that I adored.
Until now.
I am so happy with all the changes. I am happy with the cast - even though I wasn't at first. Some of them don't look like/act what/how I imagined, but it works. And I love it. Leigh Bardugo made sure she would not betray the universe she created for us all. I took my time watching all the episodes, replaying some scenes dozens of times, hitting pause so I could scream and clap in excitement whenever they dropped an easter egg for the book fans, crying during the heart-breaking scenes...AH! I'm happy. I'm grateful. I'm at peace with this series. I adore it.
Yes, I am incredibly biased so don't take my word for it. Watch it for yourself.
For me, ten stars.
Busanhaeng (2016)
Never thought I would describe a zombie movie as LOVELY
Oh boy, did I love it!! It has everything from action and horror to heartfelt, slightly over the top k-drama music that highlights perfectly the plot. Believe it or not, there is also humor, amazing special effects and, the cherry on the top, the little girl's performance. However, expect stupid things to happen, like people forgetting how to run, people being extra-loud, people not checking minor details like looking behind them, etc. But maybe that's too be expected in a dangerous, totally new situation?
As a bonus, you MIGHT enjoy the lack of brain smashing scenes, brain goo, heads exploding like pumpkins, etc. so feel free to enjoy plenty of snacks while watching this zombie flick. Overall, I would call it a decent, clean zombie drama, with some horror elements and very theatrical music.
Teen Wolf (2011)
A funny and reliable best friend
I love this TV series. It's funny, heart-warming and yes, action-packed with a pinch of ominous. I can always rely on Teen Wolf to entertain me and keep me on the edge of my seat, make me laugh out loud and fall in love with the characters. And then there's Stiles. Fierce, hilarious and VERY HANDSOME Stiles. I admit it was a slow start for me since I was very prejudiced about the title and the plot, but it completely win me over. Give it a chance and I promise it's going to be worth your while.
The Mist (2017)
Exquisitely simple-minded and insipid.
The pilot is an emotional roller-coaster. At first you are amused with how bad the writing is, but then you get angry at how bad the writing is. And then it's funny again because you realize it must be a parody. In case the title was not self-evident, this show is about a mist. The mist is coming and it will kill you with the most absurd amalgam of bad acting, bad writing and a tasteless soup of sociopolitical stereotypes. However, I was slightly entertained at how stupid it all was. So I give it a 3.