War Trauma
I was hesitant to watch any war movies, but I started watching "The Front Line" movie out of curiosity. The story was attention grabbing with strong performance by all actors, budding actors and/or veteran actors across the whole generation spectrum. To say the least, I could not stop watching it until the end.I am not going to tell the story but I would just say that the movie tells the story so vividly that generals or leaders from both North and South Korea decide to start a battle or a truce/ceasefire but the ground troops are the ones that have to deal with the casualty of war or death. The war itself is the enemy of any soldiers. The war scenes are so terrifying and dire to say the least. Each individual soldier experiences war trauma and also each one of them uses their own defense mechanism to deal with their own trauma.
There is a scene that is so heartwarming when character Kim Soo Hyuk (portrayed by Go Soo so convincingly) saw a snapshot of character Cha Tae Kyung and says "I am going to marry this girl" . It makes our hearts flutter because he keeps on looking at the picture so tenderly. But destiny and fate cannot be predicted and determined. There is a brutal scene where the platoon led by Soo Hyuk literally sacrifices a young new enlisted teenager to be shot by the sniper, almost like a sacrificial giving, so that Soo Hyuk could pinpoint the location of the sniper.
In my humble opinion, character Kang Eun Pyo (portrayed by Shin Ha Kyun) should have shot the female sniper Cha Tae Kyung (portrayed by Kim Ok Bin) when he knew he should do it, but he let the pretty and wounded sniper go. At the end, Eun Pyo is so pitiful and sorry that his inaction causes his college friend to be shot by the sniper.
I would give an eight out of ten overall because I cannot stomach to re-watch it, but I definitely give a ten out of ten for the performance by actors.
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AMAZING QUEER REPRESENTATION
I've recently just watched this movie upon seeing it on my For You page in Tiktok and I don't regret watching it AT ALL. It was such an amazing movie about two high school boys falling in love despite their situation in an all-boys catholic school as well as one of the main characters having really homophobic friends. The lines and script for the movie was amazing and eye opening and it felt like actual conversations from actual queer people, it was really incredible. The shots used in the movie was amazing as well that even if it looks really simple, it's the most romantic thing you will ever see I don't know how but they really make it work. Lastly, this movie had AMAZING queer representation especially with the main character being an effeminate gay person along with his two other friends, it just feels refreshing to see such a feminine character being the main lead for once I really appreciate it so much I don't think I've ever felt represented in a bl before except for this one. Overall, this movie is literally a 10/10 I highly recommend you guys to watch it if you haven't or if you're planning on it! Thank you for reading my review this is the first review I ever did hihi <3Was this review helpful to you?
Nothing really happened in this movie except a bunch of teenagers standing around screaming at each other while they're on a time limit of who to kill off or sacrifice.
Can't say I'm annoyed ... but I kinda am. Lol but I get it. I would be screaming too if I was in that situation so I can't hate it too much.
Also... can't ignore the fact that it really is a different version of Battle Royale. I know I try my best to not compare movies/shows but this one was.... waaaayyyyyyyyyy to close to being like Battle Royale for my taste.... just more screaming and in slower motion. I had to speed up the movie to get through it. >__<
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What a thrill ride this movie was
To be honest I am not one for thriller movies at all, but this movie sure as hell grabbed my attention fully. I saw a video on TikTok that made me want to watch it and I am not disappointed at all.I screamed so loud for nearly half the movie because of stuff I did not expect in the least to happen. My heart was beating a hundred miles an hour because of the suspense in this movie. The main female lead I already love as an actress because of Scarlet Heart and The Secret Life Of My Secretary.
Tonight I will be starting Squid Games because of Wi Ha-Joon. He is an actor I should keep my eyes open for his future work.
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Hilarious without trying
The Dude In Me follows a trope of body swap that in itself isn’t original, but yet manages to keep you reeled in. It probably has to do with the humour throughout. It does follow a serious enough plot but of course it doesn’t get too intense because of the comedy genre. I wanted something mindless and funny but with a decent plot and this movie promised and delivered all of it! Another thing I was impressed by was JY’s acting — I’ve only seen him in cute roles where most of his characters are quiet and gentle but in this he was really different in a good way. This movie does utilise a fat character and makes them lose their weight to become instantly attractive to others (more a sad reflection of our society perhaps) but I didn’t feel his looks were humour (except for the focus on appetite maybe?) based because he was a badass in his fat self as well. Also loved how cute his relationship with his father was! However the weight loss timeline was unrealistic but since it’s a movie let’s pretend it’s totally plausible. Few scenes in the movie feel a bit cringe but that’s okay, overall it’s an hilarious watch.Was this review helpful to you?
An adorable moving love tale
It may not come real considering how scared we all are to the strangers. That’s how the world we live has become, a place full of threats and dangers with a few safe spots. Them if you put your faith and travel with this movie it does move your heart in good way. Very light with no sad moments to lighten up your day. Good watch if you aren’t gonna poke your nose into logic.Conversations and the lead chemistry will never disappoint you. It will make you crave for more ! More of their time together so that we can smile gleefully 😅
I rated it 9 since it delivers what the makers hoped for in a sincere heartfelt way !!! If you aren’t here to watch very light weight adorable love story, you should skip it.
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This will sound sacrilegious, I guess, but The Final is my least favorite of the Rurouni Kenshin movies. So first, let's get that off my chest...This was meant to be a tale of revenge but instead of going deep and intense, they went blockbuster wide. In the fights, instead of simply relying on Satoh Takeru's awesomeness, they focused way too much on neck-breaking wire-work so the fights lost much of their intensity. And in order to let every character have his/her moment, the movie felt scattered.
Plot points were pulled out of the hat and dropped again without a second thought. Why did the priest have the diary that Kenshin took with him at the end of The Beginning? Did Aoshi live? And why were the Watchers even there? What was the point besides giving each a big fight? What happened to Sojiro? How did Saito and his men escape the trap?
But my main complaint: Kaoru was, once again, reduced to the role of a kidnapped love interest. Seriously, she owns a dojo but she gets knocked out more easily than Tomoe. Also, I liked her and Kenshin as a couple in the first 3 movies but here? I wish they just let them stay friends. After seeing Kenshin with Tomoe, someone who could truly grasp the darkness he faced, I found Kaoru... well, let's face it, Kaoru is way too naive and innocent to really understand what Kenshin had gone through during the war. She's kind and understanding but she will never truly get it.
And now to the good stuff!
Satoh Takeru. Just that. Satoh Takeru. In a movie that kinda lacked intensity, he had intense down to a pat. Whenever the movie just let him do his thing, it shined. Just him standing in the rain... and I was all, yeah, yup, that, this.
The last fight between Kenshin and Enishi. Specifically the moment when Kenshin let Enishi stab him. From the shock on Enishi's face, it was obvious that he didn't expect to land a hit. I think he never really wanted to kill Kenshin in the first place. Because Tomoe loved him. Enishi was furious with Kenshin - but there was the fact that Tomoe loved Kenshin. And when Kenshin first let Enishi stab him, then he apologized and then the crazy Chinese dude shot Kenshin... That wasn't what Enishi wanted.
The scene where Enishi read Tomoe's diary in his prison cell and he truly understood not only how much Tomoe loved Kenshin but why she loved him in the first place and that she died willingly and gladly for him, that her death wasn't Kenshin's fault. That moment when Enishi truly saw his sister as she had been...
The fight where Sojiro joined forces with Kenshin, the way they almost... danced around each other because their strengths and styles matched so perfectly. And Sojiro's happiness that he finally experienced what it felt like to have someone truly have his back. That did things to my heart!
So yeah, I was a bit disappointed in the movie but there were still many scenes that I will replay again and again because they were so good!
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The two main characters. It is only a movie and they can only fit so much into 1.5 hours but they managed to put in a bit of back story for both of them so we get to know them quite well. They are both loyal and honest. We can understand why they care about each other.
What I didn't like:
It was a bit slow at times. A lot of the time not much was happening as the focus was on the feelings and relationships of the main leads. If this had been a drama I probably would have skipped to the end just to see how it ended. As it was only a movie I kept watching because I cared about the characters and I'm glad I did or I would have missed relevant backstory.
I'd say watch this if you like emotion driven plots and if you like only a little bit of drama and only a little bit of angst. I hope this review is helpful. If you're confused why I gave it such a high total rating, it's because I found the ending to be emotionally satisfying. All the loose ends were tied up, and it didn't have any of the things I hate when watching something.
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Interesting entertainment
I don't know what it is with Japanese people but they seem to really like death games and I'm all here for it. As the Gods Will, will definitely keep you entertained throughout the whole movie with twisted "fun" games. My eyes were glued to screen and one scene had me visibly cringing into myself. The characters weren't as developed as I wished but you're here for the gore and wackiness not character depth. The acting wasn't bad, I was able to feel some of the character's horrible pain so I guess that's good. I'd want to rewatch this with friends just to see their reactions. I didn't really pay attention to the music so I don't think there's anything to be said there. Check it out for fun and even better with a group of friends!~Was this review helpful to you?
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No. If I could rate this ZERO stars, I would! I stopped watching 40 minutes in. Fuck this movie. It's trash.
I hated how they made it out that oh, he is wearing female clothes, so he must be gay.
No. That isn't how that works..
I HATE Momose so gosh damn bad, he makes me want to vomit. There was nothing good or cute or sweet about this character. He honestly had to be mental. Main point being, he sexually assaulted Yashiro every chance he got. Any time Yashiro would try to run away he would literally chase him down and then threaten to blackmail him. Dude is a sick son of a bitch!! Not to mention he keeps saying he isn't gay but fetishizes Yashiro in female clothing? Bro, just watch porn. -_-
We know little to nothing about Yashiro even 40 minutes in other than his safe space and freedom no longer exist because of Momose. PTSD, anyone? -_- I feel so bad for his character honestly. It's bullshit that your one go-to peace is fucked up because of a psycho.
I really wished this movie was cute and fluffy, but it wasn't. It's a nightmare That sadly people do have happen to them. SMH
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I want to start off saying this movie wasn't terrible. The storyline is actually hella creepy ... but the pace is what completely killed this movie from being what it should have been. Everything about this movie was so slow that even in the parts it could have scare you..... it didn't. The pace was boring. Even set at a higher speed that made them walk and talk like someone on speed, did absolutely nothing to help the pacing... and that's sad.
This movie went on way longer than it should have imo.
I think the only actor I didn't like was the "big bad ghost" that was in the last house that was actually there from the start. That little battle scene had me laughing so freaking hard. Nakai was blowing the incense smoke on him and all I could see was that meme of the alien with "when the toilet paper shifts mid wipe and you drag your finger through mud valley (MEME: https://img.ifunny.co/images/70b59d7dac109af0195c3b2ff59a2a5f7f57939ed958feab7f77b339d43ee753_1.jpg )
That is honestly what it looked like and I couldn't stop laughing. So I'm sorry, I can't with this movie.
This is one movie I kinda wish would get a remake but.... better. Lol
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A rarely told relationship story
Overall: Though I would have preferred they went about it another way, I was so happy with the way this ended (and it's practically never seen) hence the 8.5 rating. And if you like kissing with tongue, then you will be in heaven. Watched on gagaoolala.Content warnings: there are four very sexually explicit scenes - they are all consensual, 1 non con choking
What I Liked
- features an established m/m couple
- when Otoya's dad says Otoya is not a normal man because he's gay, Otoya tells his dad to not say discriminatory things like that
- the bartender's wisdom/lines towards the end
- a sequel to this would be amazing
Room For Improvement
- it's only 1 hour long so things are a bit choppy/jumpy/fast moving. I think they could have maybe removed a character/s and focused more on the central three.
- didn't like the physical violence
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Wudang is a must see Hongkong Fantasy Martial Arts Wuxia Film.
Set in the Republican Era of China in the Wudang Mountains, amongst treasure hunters of the seven treasures and a Taoist Martial Arts Competition. A widowed American Martial Arts Expert Tang Yunlong takes his daughter to a Taoist Martial Arts Competition. In this journey meets the Bombshell Martial Arts Expert, Tian Xin. The film is action packed and riveting as the story unravels the search of the lead characters, a magic potion and a sword. The action scenes of Yang Mi is an entertaining adventure to watch and breaks new ground for a female martial artist. The martial arts choreography was fascinating and the martial arts move and techniques of Yang Mi and the other ensemble cast was exciting to witness.Was this review helpful to you?
A modern day psycho-thriller
The film is a must watch. Yang Mi’s versatility as a innocent girlfriend with a cathartic side as a woman on the verge of searching for change is clearly dauntingly present in this film, as a victim sans a villainous temptress. Chen Kun as the male lead was a realistic multi-faceted victim running amuck and an unsuspected villain in this psychological thriller was compelling to watch. The film caters to those who would prefer to be on the edge of their seats, as the sequencing and cinematic cinematography was top notch. The ending too is a spinning psychedelic run.Was this review helpful to you?
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