the movie is called the wailing. damn YouTube removed the video bcos of inappropriate content. maybe the movie is too scary

heard some good things about the wailing as well

will give it a try soon

Hunt for the Wilderpeople - Charming adventures of the unlikely duo.

It's that type of Wes Anderson movies you would expect to come about. It's a lot more grounded without that smug feeling. The chemistry between the boy and Sam Neil is adorable. The cheeky banter fuels the whole runtime with one oddball situation after another. Watch this after a tough day to lift up your spirit. You will just be charmed by the quirky experience. I'm very curious with what Taika Watiti will have up his sleeves in next year's Thor Ragnarok. It's not exactly his comfort zone. Will see.

Captain Fantastic[B] - Interesting premise but fizzle out at the end.

Two third of the movie is interesting but a little heavy handed at the end that takes no risk in carving a more memorable path. I dug the more realistic portrayal of the outlandish premise that was intriguing to watch. All the cast have enough personality to latch on, once the reality sets in to shatter the unorthodox parenting method of the family. It went into melodrama "make for TV" territory. Wish there's a more challenging and complex narrative path they may have taken. Viggo Mortensen still an interesting "actor" actor to watch.

Recently watched Nerve. Love the soundtrack, fits the movie very much. Overall, the adrenaline rush is good. Only gripe is they take things a tad too far in the final part. Other than that, I enjoyed it for what it is.

7.5/10


Blue Jay (2016)

Beautiful movie about two former lovebirds who meet again after 22 years at their hometown. It's a trip down memory lane as they chat about the past and catching up. I love this movie so much. Such a wonderful simple minimalistic indie movie shot in black and white, shot in just 7 days and still able to surpass so many other movies out there. I need more movies like this rather than cheesy superficial romance.

This feels very raw and surreal, the chemistry between Mark Duplass and Sarah Paulson are incredible. Flawless performances. They nail the awkward intermittent pauses so well. Needless to say, it's a dialogue heavy movie but that's the strength. I can watch these two talk forever and would still love it. I don't normally dig romantic films but this one is utterly heartwrenching in the most beautiful way ever.

10/10



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Blue Jay reminds me of Before Sunset. Now that's a 10/10 movie. Will definitely check out Blue Jay.

The Accountant (2016)

Life is tough...

Had a horrible few months... With no end in sight...

The silver lining (if you want to call it that) is... being able to watch this today.

This was not my first choice of movie for today, and have to add, the timing was right and I could watch Jack Reacher immediately after this so...

How would I describe this movie?

Erm.... Rain Man (1988) meets John Wick (2014).

I may regret the John Wick reference, because I do not want to over sell this and cause people to watch this with the wrong expectation!

There is an "independent movie" feels to this, which is good.

The story.... is an amalgamation of many things, meaning, the movie keeps "switching" genre mid way through, which is interesting.

The pacing maybe slow for some people

And talk about highly functioning autism... I really think the writers have TAKEN ALOT of artistic licensing with this!!!

The Good

Storyline is interesting. Slow, and have to add the director does keep your interest

The Bad

Ben Affleck & Anna Kendrick pairing... Really??? Seriously???!!

The Ugly

There are two major twists in this movie. One, there is no way the audience would guess it, and the second, I kicked myself for not guessing sooner... I fell for the "misdirection"!!!

So, do I think this movie is worthy of your money?

The answer is yes.

If you like interesting, you will like this movie

My Two Sen.

This post has been edited by Mov_freak: Oct 21 2016, 12:02 PM

Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (2016)

Even since the first movie Jack Reacher (2012) (The 9th book in the series, called One Shot), I am a fan, both of the movies and because of the movies, the books.

Been reading them like crazy (well the ones I can get my hands on)

So I actually had waiting for most of the year for this movie (with abated breath anyone) and the movie is...

I don't think the screen writer and director of the second movie "gets it" (like Christopher McQuarrie did in the first movie)

This book, Never Go Back is actually one of the rare Jack Reacher books where he is... excuse my French, Horny!!

Three books prior to Never Go Back, Jack Reacher wanted to go to DC to meet up with Major Turner, but every time he gets closer, he gets caught up with some local events, which take up a whole book.

So, by the time Reacher arrive in DC, the readers (with abated breath again?? ) wants to see what happens between him and Major Turner and.... read the book or watch the movie...

This movie is so..... lacking a better term, meh!!!!

The is something "off" about how Tom Cruise looks

And It is not good....

Not sure if they can get anymore Reacher from him

Not sure if he is up to Mission Impossible 6....

So in short... disappointing

My Two Sen

thanks 4 saving my money then now awaiting your review DR strange

Or splurge on The Accountant

I heard its a mash up between Good Will Hunting + Bourne Identity

Haha interesting.

Hail, Caesar! - Fun escapades of Hollywood Golden Age.
So you have the expected Coen alumni mixing with some big name talents to bring out a wacky satire of the old big studio days. The joy and fun part of the film is watching everyone overacting to reflect the stiff and pretentious form of performances coming from that period. As if everyone dials up to 11, sadly the film lacks focus in the plotline. Basically, you ask yourself at the end..."It's that it?????". The silver lining is discovering Alden Ehrenreich, who in my opinion could be the next big thing and able to do a Coen's character justice.

Alden Ehrenreich - Our next Han Solo 😎

Ya n the irony of Matt Damon being Ben Affleck's buddy.

Erm... I used the term Rain Man + Johnny Wick...

Hahaha okie pun. Autism plays a part.

Actually 2 brother, separated for a long time, on a road trip, one an highly functioning autistic...

Definitely! Definitely, a more accurate match to The Accountant.. (to me)

Doctor Strange (2016)

Is there a role that Benedict Cumberbatch cannot be?

So in short Benedict Cumberbatch IS Dr. Strange!!

Alot of flak on the production team for casting Tilda Swinton as The Ancient One.

I am indifferent to the choice.

Let just say I am numb to Hollywood whitewashing everything...

Not one of Marvel strongest movie.

It is definitely one of the stranger story (though strangely familiar)

Let me put it this way

Strong 1st and 2nd act.

Not so strong 3rd act!!

Yes, there are two mini movies at the end.

My Two Sen

haha great

dr strange and accountant this weekend plan it is

This post has been edited by skylinelover: Oct 27 2016, 06:36 AM