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Blue Beetle (2023)
Pretty much a waste of time
This has the usual good guy versus bad guy formula. In this case it's a Hispanic hero, which is OK except why they make him such a weenie. Lots of nice CGI, gadgetry and imagery and the acting cast is OK George Lopez is funny and does an excellent job as the uncle but he's really the only bright spot. It's getting to be a little trite that all these endowed characters who have superpowers are just lovers and babies at heart no sense of self preservation no sense of duty and not much honor. It would be nice to have this kind of superhero who understands there are things you have to do in order to protect those who love and care about. All in all just a waste of time.
Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014)
Fun but flawed
An enjoyable movie, as long as you suspend any knowledge of real history. The performances are decent Christian Bale, as usual does a very good job and the supporting cast is more than adequate. Costuming is within believable parameters. But being a Ridley Scott movie, it fractures the hell out of history. Stirrups , long before they existed in the region, crab feast in the center of Egypt feast in the center of Egypt , enough gold to load Fort Knox where are you and high-quality steel long before it was available. Temples and pyramids, and Sphinx in places where they never existed to the best of our knowledge. Despite you can watch worse things by far.
Life on Our Planet (2023)
Could have been better
A lovely series with much to offer and of course the narration is absolutely perfect. The problem I found is that they concentrated too much on current mammals. When they could've easily use CGI and graphic arts, to create a more intense story of the evolution of the species. Many of the scenes that were shown in the series has been shown in other series notably Planets 2 and 3 . It,s still worth watching it and hopefully they'll do something a little more focused on the evolution of life using the CGI and graphic arts that are available to depict true Ice Age Jungle and plains creatures. Again, it's a good series.
The Last of Us (2023)
Well Scripted
Was unsure of this due to the fact that most "zombie " shows basically are the same and usually not particularly good. Boy was I wrong . Starting with Bella,who will always be Lady Monmouth -spelling- and who is doing a great job the show holds together and avoids being just another zombie movie with little plot. With twist and turns in every episode it keeps your interest. The only downside is they never explain how they have batteries and gasoline long after manufacturing ceased. This is worth spending the time to watch so grab your popcorn sit back and be entertained You won't be disappointed.
National Treasure: Edge of History (2022)
Waste of Time
At first I was willing to give it a chance. After all it had Catherine Zeta Jones and she has done some excellent work. She must have done it for the money because even she couldn't save this turkey. First off they fractured history to create the story, then they have lousy dialogue. As a fan of the first two National Treasures movies and liking the the work the Disney people do I had high hopes for this movie. To sum it up after3 episodes I won't be watching any more. Hopefully they will try again with better material and give the same cast another shot at showing what they can do.
That's my opinion as badly stated as it may be.
The Northman (2022)
Enjoyed the Show, but
With all the potential it failed in so many ways. Nordic mythology and history offers so much and they missed opportunities to show case much of that. The acting was fine and the setting's excellent.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)
Could have been better
Great CHI graphics but the plot needs work and the characters could have been better imagined. All in all it's a pleasant way to relax and eat junk food.
10,000 BC (2008)
Escapist Time Killer
The primitive tribe can be believed with a few exceptions, but the Raiders are about 7500 years to early and the pyramids ... we'll let's just say. No Way. Good for killing a couple of hours just suspend your knowledge of history and fire up the popcorn.
Britannia VR: Out of your Mind (2019)
Bad Magic and Romans
A series with great potential that ruptures history and has the Druids looking and acting like a group of idiots. The show makes a valiant attempt to be realistic with costumes and setting but misses the mark in many little details. The acting is good and the plot line keeps you engaged but it could have bee so much more.
Cyrano (2021)
As musical it lacks too much
When they act it's good. And given the excellence of the base material and their concept of Cyrano it could have been an excellent movie. As a musical however it misses the mark.
The Batman (2022)
Trifle disappointing
Acting is good and the visuals are good but it suffers on that it doesn't have any real connection to the comics and the fun gimmicks associated with the other films.
1883: This Is Not Your Heaven (2022)
Fantastic Western
Can understand Hill and McGraw not wanting to commit to another season but the writers could have done another season and Mays character could have been the one in 100 who beat a gut wound. Such a waste of a great show.
Lucifer: Partners 'Til the End (2021)
An ending that could have better
I really liked Lucifer,despite so many flaws but the ending left me cold. Won't say it was hokey but it comes close. The writer wants to be a teller of morality tales... leave it to the philosophers.
La Brea (2021)
Could have been better
La Brea had great potential but the writers ignored the reality of 10000 bc and threw together a thin plot. Had HBO done this it would have been great. Don't waste your time on it .
News of the World (2020)
Slow starter but an excellent film
The slow some what boring first15 minutes almost makes you feel you wasted your time. Then it picks up Well acted and directed you get a feel for what those times were. Pop the corn sit back and enjoy.
The Rising Hawk (2019)
Fun show of the hack and slice variety
It has the usual good guy hero and bad guy who hates him a lot and a love interest. Seems to me to be loosely based on a concept from a book called{Year of the Horsetails} Take it with a grain of salt,don't not pick it and be entertained.
Turner & Hooch (2021)
Fun show
Worth your time relax and love the pup. Decent acting but there are a few obvious relationships hints that are a touch frustrating.
Seven Psychopaths (2012)
Fun movie
Fun movie if you are looking for a time killer and some light entertainment.
Turner & Hooch (2021)
Fun show
Worth your time relax and love the pup. Decent acting but there are a few obvious relationships hints that are a touch frustrating.
Country Comfort (2021)
Throughly enjoyable show
Music is excellent. Acting is good and this needs to have a second season and lose the bad laugh track.
Atlantis (2013)
Great Fun
Despite butchering Greek Mythology and stealing from the Iliad it's relaxing and fun. The only downer is there are only two seasons.
The Ranch (2016)
Great Show
Only thing keeping this out of 10 is the way they handled Roosters release..Hopefully they will bring him back and it is time for both to grow up a bit.Sam Elliott is the quintessential cowboy and does a bang up job in the role of Bo... Keep producing this gem.
Lucifer (2016)
Fun Show with a strong touch of irrevance
Have enjoyed this show from Episode 1, Season one. My only complaint is that Lucifer and related demons/angels don't really have any otherworldly powers . Love that Netflix has the show and look forward to many more seasons...