"...If you're going for an original story. You're not going to get it this time. The plot is literally the inverse of the first film...Is there any grand message to this film? Any overarching truth to be learned? Not a chance. Still it beats out even most Marvel films for enjoyment, if for no other reason than it never pretends to be "live action.""
Playing right up to his level of talent is Ed Helms. He's Mr. Average Comedy of our time, if one considers the comedy of our time to be slightly below average. I do like and appreciate that someone has to play the straight guy. He is definitely filling that niche.
In which two old friends discuss Hereditary, The VVitch and Rosemary's Baby, among other things.
Hotel Artemis – 2018 Written and Directed by Drew Pearce Starring Jodie Foster, Sterling K. Brown, Sofia Boutella, Jeff Goldblum, Brian Tyree Henry, Jenny Slate, Zachary Quinto, Charlie Day, Dave Bautista, Kenneth Choi There is something to be said about doing something well, even if you’re not shooting for the stars. Drew Pearce has turned in … Continue reading Hotel Artimis (***1/2) well-crafted and stays within its range
This film made me realize how likable Marshall-Green actually can be as an action hero. One hopes to see him extend the series at least to see him get something better.
The trick about #Solo is that there are no tricks. There are no moments where you say "Wow, how'd they think of that?" because you know the writers and director never really thought of it, they just incorporated the thoughts of Lucas and company 41 years ago.
When they're not working the conjugal railroad, they are showing they haven't had even the most basic conversations that couples might have had on even a second date. Things that most people talk about in casual conversation hit these two like a third act surprise.
The end result with the viewer depends on if you can accept the twists as entertaining enough to get through the slower parts of the film. It's not Sicario in any capacity. So I am not sure I look forward to a second film, since it feels like they played their best card already.
Even if I never watch it again, this wasn't a waste of my time. It's not enough to make me see the next one in theaters, but it's definitely not the overwrought mess we saw the first time.
#KDrama #Champion #DonLee #Dongseokma "When, one of the bad guy bosses of Champion describes his body as "efficient," my lack of understanding of Korean culture makes me hesitate to assume it's a mistaken translation. If by efficient, they mean "he's likely to win in a fight, but would rather avoid the fight," I would have to agree."
