This is actually quite a clever series. I think the subtlety is lost on the people who are leaving poor reviews. There is satirical intensity in a few scenes which some might mistake for being serious. I don't think Americans will understand the humour as much as the British, especially with how it pokes fun at the LA culture.
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3 Reviews
Battleship
(2012)
Not so positive
29 December 2013
Warning: Spoilers
I watched the first 20 minutes of this film and was seriously cringing, I thought I would give it the benefit of the doubt and finish it off.
Not good. Really bad. What was the point of Rhianna's character in that? Her music is OK but her voice is dubious; same for the acting. Though you can't judge her acting in this as she was playing a completely pointless role and basically just commenting on what the other characters were doing.
The cinematography was fantastic. Great shots on most scenes and good effects for the most part of the film, credit where it is due.
The scientific inconsistencies were absolutely hilarious in this. That is what I enjoyed most and why I watched it the whole way through.
e.g. Where are the waves when the alien spacecraft splash in the water? Why are their craft on water if they want to cause any harm and they are capable of interplanetary travel? (to name just a couple) Where the plot is concerned, the aliens don't attack unless they are attacked. How did none of the characters in the film clock on to this? Is this intentional or are the writers not as bothered as their inconsistencies in the plot suggest?
Not good. Really bad. What was the point of Rhianna's character in that? Her music is OK but her voice is dubious; same for the acting. Though you can't judge her acting in this as she was playing a completely pointless role and basically just commenting on what the other characters were doing.
The cinematography was fantastic. Great shots on most scenes and good effects for the most part of the film, credit where it is due.
The scientific inconsistencies were absolutely hilarious in this. That is what I enjoyed most and why I watched it the whole way through.
e.g. Where are the waves when the alien spacecraft splash in the water? Why are their craft on water if they want to cause any harm and they are capable of interplanetary travel? (to name just a couple) Where the plot is concerned, the aliens don't attack unless they are attacked. How did none of the characters in the film clock on to this? Is this intentional or are the writers not as bothered as their inconsistencies in the plot suggest?
The Oranges
(2011)
Amusing
30 April 2013
Although this film does not have a complicated plot or much depth, I thought it was fun and found myself smiling all the way through. If you are looking for a simple and amusing film this is the one for you.
The story observes many real life feelings and situations even if it does cross over into the surreal sometimes. It doesn't have the scripted feeling that so many comedies seem to fall into and keeps a jovial feeling without leaving you cringing.
I thought Hugh Laurie was brilliant as House and I have wanted to see him in other things but was put off by the rating on this film. It is never going to be an epic but it is fantastic for what it is. A true feel good movie if you are in the mood for a dose of reality and can put aside some scepticism.
The story observes many real life feelings and situations even if it does cross over into the surreal sometimes. It doesn't have the scripted feeling that so many comedies seem to fall into and keeps a jovial feeling without leaving you cringing.
I thought Hugh Laurie was brilliant as House and I have wanted to see him in other things but was put off by the rating on this film. It is never going to be an epic but it is fantastic for what it is. A true feel good movie if you are in the mood for a dose of reality and can put aside some scepticism.
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