Inconstant Love
The Cleaning Lady
Reacher
Casados a primera vista
Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose
Rosario Tijeras
Grown Ups 2
Menem: The President Show
The Big Sick
Jurassic World: Rebirth
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Burning bad films so you don’t have to.
To be honest, I walked into Jurassic World: Rebirth with a fair bit of hope. I mean, who wouldn’t wanna dive back into a world ruled by dinosaurs, right? I still remember the first time I saw Spielberg’s original Jurassic Park—I was six, and it straight-up blew my mind. Those ancient beasts were just so mesmerizing, I actually went through a phase where I wanted to become a paleontologist. So when
You’ve probably seen the headlines lately about the latest chaos in the Middle East. Israel and Iran have just called a time-out after going at each other for 12 intense days. Obviously, both sides claimed victory over each other. But here’s what really got me raising my eyebrows: how the hell are Israeli agents managing to pull off high-profile assassinations and sabotage missions inside Iran so
As a movie junkie, I check the North American box office chart around midyear out of habit, like it's my annual health checkup, to see how the 'bloodwork' of the industry looks. But this year the report card ain’t looking so great. Sure, the numbers sparkle, but beneath the shiny surface, it’s all pretty bland. Let’s take a peek at the current chart-toppers. Minecraft has already banked a whopping
Lucas.: Comparing today's movie business to 1999 or 2004 is just not fair. They didn't have streamers to compete with or other phenomena like youtube and social media. If sixth sense came out today, nobody would go and it would be a hit on streaming. I agree that those movies were better than the top 3 of today, but to lament the past does no good because there is no going back.
I was lounging on my couch, mindlessly scrolling through my phone, when a strange piece of news caught my eye and totally reeled me in: David Lynch was auctioning off his personal belongings. And no, not some fancy, polished art pieces—but his actual day-to-day stuff. We're talking a mug printed with “Absence of Entropy,” a few cameras he used, a beat-up fabric couch, and yes—his worn socks (I’m n
I recently watched the popular vampire movie Sinners, and honestly, I really vibed with its dark, oppressive atmosphere. A big part of that sense of despair came from the main characters being trapped in a cramped house as he was surrounded by hordes of vampires outside. There was no way out—just pure helplessness. It’s not that I love being scared, but the intense pressure the movie created pulle
A name has been circling in my mind this month: Brad Pitt . Not because of his handsome face, but because of his starring role in that F1 movie. The new trailer dropped this week, and after watching it, I felt like I’d been hit square in the chest—not with pain, but with that long-lost, pure excitement. Directed by Joseph Kosinski of Top Gun: Maverick and backed by F1 itself, this film authentical
I recently rewatched The Shawshank Redemption. You know, it’s been 30 years since the movie came out, but every time I watch it, I make new discoveries. Maybe it’s because I’ve been through a lot these past years, so my perspective has shifted. This time around, a thought just popped into my head: isn’t Andy Dufresne just the Elon Musk of Shawshank Prison? Some might think that comparison is a bit
I’ve always seen Final Destination franchise as a damn work of art, so when the second Final Destination: Bloodlines hit theaters in May 2025, I was there, popcorn in hand, ready for Death’s latest masterpiece. It’s the same old setup: college kid Stephanie has a vision of her grandmother Iris’s premonition in 1968 about the collapse of Sky View—glass dance floor shattering, the whole place crashi
The French Open is in full swing, running from May 25 to June 8, and the world’s eyes are glued to the red clay courts of Roland Garros. Funny thing is, I’ve recently picked up tennis myself. I'm no pro—purely playing for fun—but there's something about that satisfying “thwack” when the racket hits the ball that just melts my stress away. It’s like all the random chaos in my head gets a timeout fo
Lucas.: The lack of Challengers in this list is criminal
Forget all those feel-good stories you grew up with, especially Disney’s latest snooze-fest, Snow White. Seriously, that movie had me dozing off. It’s like they’re shoving this fake “politically correct” vibe down our throats, as if fairy tales can’t handle the messy, dark stuff of real life. That’s one reason I can’t stand Disney—they’re too scared to touch reality. In contrast, the Norwegian fil
The DC: I don't think Disney would want to explore the idea of a dark, gritty world where Snow White wanders into a house with 7 dwarves. That's some The Last House on the Left vibes (there's your movie)
I've been waiting a long time for Disney+'s Daredevil: Born Again, and frankly, I'm gutted after watching it. Daredevil, Matt Murdock, he's never been your sunshine hero. He's a complex adult struggling in darkness, which is why I've always favored him. The old Netflix series absolutely nailed that quality, which still, in my book is the benchmark portrayal of the character. I had high hopes for D
I’m a huge fan of The Last of Us. In its brutal, despairing, and shattered world, especially after Joel’s death, Ellie’s life is consumed by pain and vengeance. Against such relentless darkness, Dina stands out as a vital presence. She’s like a ray of light, Ellie’s near-sole source of connection and support amid overwhelming grief. Honestly, without Dina, I can’t imagine how Ellie could face such
Matthew Alan Schmidt: I think she's honestly stealing most of the scenes between her and Bella.
I’ve gotta admit, I kinda see Michelle Yeoh through my childhood goggles. She was the special one for me among all characters in Hong Kong movies. The first time I probably saw her was in The Heroic Trio (1993). Her standing there with Anita Mui and Maggie Cheung – so cool, tough-looking and impressive. Such capable fighters, totally different from the usual damsels in distress on screen. There wa
Lucas.: I'm happy for her, and I also now want to watch all these early works you mention -- ive seen so few!
With Trump back in the global spotlight recently due to his tariff policies, his distinctive expressions always reminds me of quite a few "familiar faces" from the movies. Hollywood seems to always draw from reality, especially when it comes to figures as dramatic and buzzworthy as Trump, whether in ironic or serious ways, or maybe just in attempts to piggyback on him. Below are five Hollywood cha
marvelousmars: It's kind of hard not to think about fascism these days, so I'm not surprised we see reflections on Trump in so many characters. Still, this is a great list - I haven't seen half the films on it! Maybe when the political situation is a bit less... Well, just less (lmao), I'll have the mental energy to watch them.
I recently watched the new trailer for Ballerina (2025). Honestly, ever since Keanu Reeves turned the John Wick universe into a new benchmark for modern action films, I've been holding my breath for all related spin-offs. After all, when you have such a high standard set before you, it's tough to surpass, or even just maintain, that level. After watching the trailer, I felt somewhat relieved, or r
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A Chinese film critic teaches at the Communication University of China.
I'm a movie mom. I enjoy comedy and romance. I don't like movies that put me in tension or suspense, what I'm looking for is to relax. And raise my daughter with her father Richard Gere jajajaja.
Venezolano, Adulto Mayor, Cristiano, Amante del Cine de acción y romántico, escritor asociado a mi carrera profesional de Ingeniería, sociable, introvertido de buen carácter, amante de la tecnología y de la Fórmula 1...
Lucas.: Comparing today's movie business to 1999 or 2004 is just not fair. They didn't have streamers to compete with or other phenomena like youtube and social media. If sixth sense came out today, nobody would go and it would be a hit on streaming. I agree that those movies were better than the top 3 of today, but to lament the past does no good because there is no going back.