Movie #Review - The Sin Seer

Format: Urban Movie Channel Streaming

Synopsis per IMDB: Rose Ricard has a gift, she can see into your soul. She can discern the truth from a lie and sometimes, she can perceive the very thoughts before they are formed in your mind. She uses these gifts to solve unsolved cases and bring closure where there is none. Her most recent case, unwittingly opens the doors to her own past and that of her new partner Grant Summit.

My Review:

I was excited about this movie as the premise intrigued me. Add to that the fact that many of the actors (Isaiah Washington, Lisa Arrindell, Salli Richardson-Whitfield, C Thomas Howell, Richard Brooks) are some I have truly enjoyed watching in the past, and I was sure this movie was going to be great.

So here's the rundown: The cinematography was nice, but the story fell flat and left me more than disappointed. And the ending, the big climax? No, uh-uh. Didn't work for me.

Lisa Arrindell's character was interesting, but her portrayal was odd and not in a good way. It was a bit off in my opinion, as was just about everyone else's. TONS of over-acting from experienced, seasoned actors. This, to me, is an example of talented actors in the wrong movie at the wrong time with the wrong director. 

The Sin Seer could have and should have been great, but for me, it was merely watchable.

Rating:

3 Stars

Rating Explanation:

5 Stars: Excellent/I LOVED it!

4 Stars: Good/I liked it.

3 Stars: Okay/A decent way to pass the time.

2 Stars: Could be much better./Mediocre/I barely finished watching.

1 Star: Bad/I probably couldn't finish it./Would not recommend.

Snowpiercer Movie #Review

Snowpiercer Movie Review

Format: Netflix Streaming

Synopsis per IMDB:  "Set in a future where a failed climate-change experiment kills all life on the planet except for a lucky few who boarded the Snowpiercer, a train that travels around the globe, where a class system emerges."

My Review: 

I didn't want to watch this. 

At all. 

Not even a little bit. 

It sounded weird. I'm a dystopian fiction fan, but I just couldn't see this being a good movie. But then I saw a glowing review for it and decided to give it a chance.  

And I am so glad I did!! 

Yes, it was weird, extremely weird. But is was weird in an awesomely original way. Chris Evans is stellar in the lead role. The cinematography was good. It was well-directed. The story line was relevant and timely. It was just... good!!! It was well worth watching and I'd actually like to own it. Please don't miss out on this gem!! HIGHLY recommend!!

Rating:

5 Stars

Rating Explanation:

5 Stars: Excellent/I LOVED it!

4 Stars: Good/I liked it.

3 Stars: Okay/A decent way to pass the time.

2 Stars: Could be much better./Mediocre/I barely finished watching.

1 Star: Bad/I probably couldn't finish it./Would not recommend.

#MovieReview - Lila & Eve

Format: Netflix Streaming

Synopsis per IMDB: "Two distraught mothers, whose children were gunned down in a drive-by, team up to avenge their deaths after local authorities fail to take action."

Lila and Eve Trailer

My Review:

Sometimes finding a good movie on Netflix can be quite a chore. Sure, there are tons of options, but many of them do not live up to their descriptions, while others do, and either way, that can be a good or bad thing. So for me, finding something I really like can be a daunting task.

Imagine my surprise when I stumbled upon this jewel! At first I was hesitant to watch it as the description didn't exactly scream "great movie" to me. But Viola Davis is in it. Viola Davis, who I truly see as one of the best actresses of our time. You can't go wrong with Viola Davis, right?

Right!

As usual and as expected, her acting was on point, evoking emotion and sympathy and pulling the viewer into the story. But the real surprise for me was Jennifer Lopez's performance. Okay, I happen to love a lot of her movies--Enough, The Wedding Planner, etc. But I have always seen her as a movie star rather than an actor. And yes, there is a difference. But in this film, Ms. Lopez delivers a raw, realistic performance that I dare say may go down in history as one of her best.

This movie was well-written with great direction and camera work. And the twist? Well, I consider myself a plot twist aficionado. It's hard to sneak things by me, yet, this one caught me by surprise.

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie and highly recommend it if you're looking for a gritty, emotional drama.

Rating:

5 Stars

Rating Explanation:
5 Stars: Excellent/I LOVED it!
4 Stars: Good/I liked it.
3 Stars: Okay/A decent way to pass the time.
2 Stars: Could be much better./Mediocre/I barely finished watching.
1 Star: Bad/I probably couldn't finish it./Would not recommend.

Guilty Pleasures... Top 5 Favorite Flicks!

Hello and welcome to the randomness of my mind. Today, I want to share my top 5 favorite, wonderful, campy, melodramatic movies. Love them, but I'm ashamed to admit it. Here goes!!

5. Showgirls - I know, I know... but it has everything--drama, intrigue, mystery...well, not so much. But I still love it!

4. Grease 2 - No, it's not as good as the first one, but so what? It's got music and old-looking teenagers and drama. I'm good with it!

3. Independence Day - It's got it all! An implausible plot, aliens, strippers, Will Smith... what more can you ask for???

2.  Breakin'/Breakin' 2 - Yes!!! Music, dancing, sub-par acting!! Yesssssssss!!!!

1. Tropic Thunder - Have you seen it?????? Alpa Chino, Simple Jack, Booty Sweat. Enough said!!!

I'm Obsessed With... Real Genius!

I grew up in the 80's--a time when movies and music were arguable at their best and worst at the same time. There is a long list of movies and songs that make up the fabric of my childhood, and Real Genius is one of them. This is one of my all-time favorite movies with a wonderful soundtrack! Have you seen it? If not, you're missing out on all of the angst and fun that made 80's movies so awesome!!

Here's one of my favorite songs from the movie. Enjoy!!

Seducing Mr. Perfect

So, my lovely fifteen-year-old daughter, who's obsessed with Asian culture, convinced me to watch a Korean Romantic Comedy (with English subtitles), and I really enjoyed it. The story was cute, and hopeless romantics like me will love watching it. Plus, the star, Daniel Henney, is not bad on the eyes, either :) 

Check the movie out on YouTube: