I have been a loyal viewer of Killing Eve since its inception, but as the seasons have progressed I have become less and less invested in this disaster. Am I alone, or can anyone truly explain exactly what's going on? While I have a general and vague idea of the plot lines, would the writers/directors/producers please try to put on an comprehendible teleplay for a change. Also, the accompanying music drowns out the dialogue, which is mumbled and unintelligible anyway. It seems like they're trying a tad too hard to be "hip". I'm just glad this is the final season so I don't have to waste more of my time trying to make sense of this mess.
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8 Reviews
The Search
(1948)
Classic Gem
25 April 2021
I've seen this film many times, and each time tears come to my eyes even though I know how it ends. From all the reviews, I'm not alone. And the Search is timeless, realistic and never loses its relevance. Just goes to show you that if you have a good story, quality acting and timeless themes, you have a winner!
Desperate Search
(1952)
Good film, bad Janet
24 January 2021
Overall, I enjoyed this little film, but what almost forced me to give up on it was young Janet's incessant whining and crying throughout the ordeal. Her older brother should have received a medal for putting up with her.
Red Sparrow
(2018)
Read the Book!
22 August 2020
If Jason Matthews' book did not exist, this film would be okay, I guess, standing on its own merits. However, having read the book when it first came out, I would suggest that you go read it before seeing this production. You will find little resemblance to the film. I would say the first 1/3 of the film and book are similar. Thereafter, the book takes off in a completely different and more compelling direction, involving a mole in the US government among other things. And while you're at it, pick up and read the next two books in the trilogy. You won't be disappointed!
Forever My Love
(1962)
I liked it, too!
19 October 2017
Just like DJBS1252, I remember seeing this film in the movies in the early 60's, as a young teenager. I have no idea why a young male teenager such as I was at the time would have come to see this foreign produced, love story in the first place, much less enjoyed it. Nevertheless, I did find it enjoyable, and over the years and years, I somehow always remembered it fondly, despite its obvious flaws. Romy Schneider was adorable and the acting by the two main characters was first-rate. It was shown on Turner Classics on 10/19/17, so perhaps it will appear again. However, years have not been so kind the quality of this film, and I hope there exist better quality prints somewhere. The colors and scenery and wardrobes are vibrant. Too bad there was no hi-def!
Chapter Two
(1979)
Not a Fan of James Caan, or this film
1 September 2017
Warning: Spoilers
My first impression of this film was that it was..okay..., nothing to write home about. But on further viewings, I came to rate it as almost unwatchable. The plot is standard material, and presented fairly well, and Marsha Mason's acting, as usual, stands out (probably the only reason to watch). The problem is two-fold: First, James Caan's character is so unbelievable. He starts out as this light-hearted, earnest, easy-going guy trying to win Mason's affections. Once he does, though, as if someone flipped a switch, he suddenly turns dark, very dark, and drives Mason crazy. Why she puts up with his inexcusable behavior, I'll never know. The other problem is Caan the actor. Totally miscast. Perhaps a more versatile actor could have given more credence to his character.
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