Reviews

Code 8 (2019)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The story barely requires the superpowers—it’s simply a heist plot with no surprises, and within ten minutes, you can see where it’s headed. For a world with superpowers, it’s odd that these characters are constantly out of work. How do ordinary people even survive here?
Cult Killer (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The already uneven pacing is worsened by the fragmented editing. There’s room for improvement overall. The dual female leads are interesting, though the monster scenes lack depth, and a better balance in focus is needed.
Murder Mubarak (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
With too many characters introduced at the start, it’s tough to untangle the relationships, but things improve as the mystery unfolds. I didn’t guess the culprit, and I loved the line at 1 hour and 52 minutes: "Everyone is equal before the law."
Sentinel (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
It’s a feat in itself for a film to be this dull. The gunfire effects look cheap and superimposed. It's in outer space, but the weapons lack the futuristic design. The editing is a chaotic mess, making this a "not recommended" from me.
Lights Out (2016)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The action is subpar, with Frank Grillo’s performance failing to leave a strong impression, and the fights being overly staged and formulaic. Adkins’ brief appearance is a pleasant surprise.
Jade (1995)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The plot is largely superficial, with the car chases and gunfights by William Friedkin being the real draw—his style here clearly recalls Brian De Palma. The 107-minute director’s cut adds little beyond a more direct ending; the 95-minute version actually feels smoother.
The Casagrandes Movie (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
While the plot is complete, it a bit cliche, telling a straightforward tale of a 12-year-old girl’s growth and reconciliation with her mother. Still, the film’s imaginative touches and infusion of Mexican lore are captivating.
New York, I Love You (2008)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
With an all-star cast, the film beautifully captures the rich tapestry of New York life. The last segment featuring an elderly couple is particularly endearing.
The Alien Report (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
This isn’t a horror film in the typical sense; it’s more of a “one thats gets you upon deeper reflection” type. Modern mockumentaries often gravitate toward conceptual, subjective filmmaking with little regard for audience appeal.
Black Water (2018)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The plot is simplistic—another take on personal heroism, with a beginning that all but reveals the ending. The fights lack intensity, feeling more like a series of fancy moves than real action, just the same as many other action films.
The Doorman (2020)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The plot is weak and lack coherence, and the transitions are clunky. Admittedly, as an action film, the appeal lies in the fight scenes and gunfights, so my expectations for the plot weren’t high anyways.
The Signal (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The suspense in the early episodes is compelling, with believable performances, yet the finale feels contrived and dumb. When the final reveal comes, it feels rushed and unsatisfying. The show pays heavy “homage” to other works, and as a sci-fi mystery, it lacks innovation, with large-scale scenes that lack conviction.
Breathe (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
It’s hard to believe this was made in 2024—apocalyptic themes feel overdone and devoid of originality. The film’s setup is riddled with plot holes, with minimal cast and locations, and even Milla sidelined to a supporting role. Frankly, without her, most of us wouldn’t bother watching it.
Female Fight Squad (2016)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The plot is mediocre at best, with fight scenes that feel staged and rely too heavily on unrealistic one-hit knockouts - clear evidence of subpar fight choreography and direction. The attractive cast is the film's only saving grace.
Butchers Book Two: Raghorn (2024)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The film is mind-numbingly dull, with a plot so juvenile it insults the viewer's intelligence. As a horror movie, it fails to deliver even basic gore and thrills - it's baffling how this warranted a sequel.
Ape vs. Mecha Ape (2023)
TtinaShayOctober 31, 2024
The low ratings tell you everything you need to know - just another hour wasted. While the cast gives earnest performances, this type of film lives or dies by its technical effects, and the CGI quality in this is simply too crude to overlook.
Red Right Hand (2024)
TthinkmillerOctober 31, 2024
11.This revenge story drags and feels slightly stale, with an underwhelming villain who, though menacing, lacks the strength to be a true opponent. The film also suffers from poorly defined context and clunky dialogue.
65 (2023)
TthinkmillerOctober 31, 2024
The setup of a spaceship crash-landing on prehistoric Earth, amidst dinosaurs, has so much potential but ends up a predictable, poorly executed film. It’s hard to believe movies like this are still being made in 2023.
57 Seconds (2023)
TthinkmillerOctober 31, 2024
It's not as awful as the reviews suggest, though it offers very little new ideas. This commercial film is entirely carried by Morgan Freeman. During the movie, I kept wondering what I'd do with a 57-second rewind ring.
Heaven in Hell (2023)
TthinkmillerOctober 31, 2024
The premise of a young man falling for his ex-girlfriend's mother, who happens to be a judge, may sound absurd, but he's oddly endearing—and in great shape. The scenic shots are also well-done.