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Jesus Revolution. 6.5/10.

It's not as "churchy" as you'd expect (I know many of you will be happy about that) and it was higher budget than the typical Christian film. It's an interesting story about how a large spiritual movement happened among the hippies and spread. It's also a good example of how church goers can be guilty of excluding people different than themselves. The biggest spiritual aspect is how God uses imperfect people.
 
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Jesus Revolution. 6.5/10.

It's not as "churchy" as you'd expect (I know many of you will be happy about that) and it was higher budget than the typical Christian film. It's an interesting story about how a large spiritual movement happened among the hippies and spread. It's also a good example of how church goers can be guilty of excluding people different than themselves. The biggest spiritual aspect is how God uses imperfect people.

Sounds like Cocaine Bear should have made an appearance.
 
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Sounds like Cocaine Bear should have made an appearance.
CB was...well about what I expected. Fun, but could have waited for streaming (even though the tix were free).

My favorite movie at the theaters this were so far was the remake of a remake A Man Named Otto. Granted, have only seen 3 or 4.
 
Jesus Revolution. 6.5/10.

It's not as "churchy" as you'd expect (I know many of you will be happy about that) and it was higher budget than the typical Christian film. It's an interesting story about how a large spiritual movement happened among the hippies and spread. It's also a good example of how church goers can be guilty of excluding people different than themselves. The biggest spiritual aspect is how God uses imperfect people.

If church people only give it a 6.5, I'm out.
 
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Jesus Revolution. 6.5/10.

It's not as "churchy" as you'd expect (I know many of you will be happy about that) and it was higher budget than the typical Christian film. It's an interesting story about how a large spiritual movement happened among the hippies and spread. It's also a good example of how church goers can be guilty of excluding people different than themselves. The biggest spiritual aspect is how God uses imperfect people.

Unfortunately, Jesus as a hippie will never be a straightforward concept for many folks more interested in the material world. Despite his actual words. The Prosperity folks will deny that a rich man will very unlikely ever find heaven, like it was never uttered (uddered - correct spelling).

How was Kelsey? Can never get enough Frasier.
 
CB was...well about what I expected. Fun, but could have waited for streaming (even though the tix were free).

My favorite movie at the theaters this were so far was the remake of a remake A Man Named Otto. Granted, have only seen 3 or 4.

Otto sounds terrible. I thought the original was just ok plus I'm already not big on American remakes of foreign properties. Rarely if ever works.
 
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Otto sounds terrible. I thought the original was just ok plus I'm already not big on American remakes of foreign properties. Rarely if ever works.
"The Guilty", Danish version. A exciting intense movie.
"The Guilty", American version, Jake Gyllenhaal, Boooring!
 
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Otto sounds terrible. I thought the original was just ok plus I'm already not big on American remakes of foreign properties. Rarely if ever works.

I'm sure it's fine and will pull on the heart strings, but 100% predictable because you've seen it before. Boomers are sure loving it.

I did think the previews looked terrible and Hanks' accent sounded stupid to me, so I was out. Enough people have said it's good that I'll accept that.
 
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If church people only give it a 6.5, I'm out.
Way to keep an open mind! :p
You may like it. Like I said, it wasn't as "churchy" as expected.


Unfortunately, Jesus as a hippie will never be a straightforward concept for many folks more interested in the material world. Despite his actual words. The Prosperity folks will deny that a rich man will very unlikely ever find heaven, like it was never uttered (uddered - correct spelling).

How was Kelsey? Can never get enough Frasier.

I've already heard some scathing reviews from other churchgoers about the sin that Frisbee struggled with during his lifetime, and that it was all left out of the movie. That's not really the focus of the story.

Kelsey was Kelsey. He was great.
 
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Otto sounds terrible. I thought the original was just ok plus I'm already not big on American remakes of foreign properties. Rarely if ever works.
I also thought the original was meh.

But the actress across from Hanks absolutely steals the show. And yes it gets overly sentimental and whatnot, but sit with it and you may well enjoy it. Just give it a chance ya big curmudgeon. Not saying it's movie of the year or anything, but it's worth seeing.


How about Let The Right One In? That's the first US remake that comes to mind that did it well.
 
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I also thought the original was meh.

But the actress across from Hanks absolutely steals the show. And yes it gets overly sentimental and whatnot, but sit with it and you may well enjoy it. Just give it a chance ya big curmudgeon. Not saying it's movie of the year or anything, but it's worth seeing.


How about Let The Right One In? That's the first US remake that comes to mind that did it well.
There are always exceptions. I doubt Otto is one. Pass.
 
Fool's Rush In
10/10

A romance movie that has 2 realistic flawed likable main characters, Isabel and Alex. Alex is an average-looking guy so it's not unbelievable that he would be married to Isabel a 10 because she is a babe played by Salma Hayek.

The movie lives up to its literal title, the movie has a big budget so it's set mostly in Las Vegas and was filmed in that fabulous city. Another location is New York City which is where Alex Whitman is from.
Isabel says a line to Alex in this movie that everything in life is predestined so it's mostly her saying God has a master plan for every human which is believable because she is a Catholic.
Isabel is a Catholic so it's believable she would pray to God, also talk positively about Jesus Christ, and have an item that shows Jesus Christ on a cross in their home, and the movie doesn't attempt to be preachy with information about God and Jesus Christ.
Also, the movie provides evidence for the whole God has a master plan for everyone with the trick being to look at the signs or read the signs.
Jeff is Alex's best friend that succeeds as comic relief, succeeds in saying entertaining lines, and is shown to be a likable character.
Both Alex and Isabal have exciting jobs which from what I understand are being shown accurately.


The movie uses existing songs that fit the scenes, characters consistently act realistic including when Isabel finds out a surprising revelation about Alex.
The movie gives enough information about why Cathy Stewart wants to date Alex Whitman, and she is shown to be an entertaining likable character. I enjoy this movie provides something different for why exactly the break up happens instead of being uncreative and predictable by using the misunderstanding cliche which has been used a lot in Romance movies.
Isabel is a photographer which the movie succeeds showing that.


The movie has great messages, also realistic issues that Alex and Isabel have to deal with.
The movie provides a believable reason why Alex and Isabel's relationship changed to a serious relationship. Anything that should be explained or have a believable reason for happening this movie has including why exactly did a relationship not end with a 1-night stand, and why exactly Alex decided to change which is not a plot hole because the movie provides a strong understandable reason.
The movie uses a sad song I wonder by Chris Isaak is used in a perfect scene, I do cry during what is the saddest scene in this realistic romance movie.

The movie has an unforgettable great ending that satisfied me.
This is a movie that shows realistic issues which humans are going to struggle with, however still has an optimistic tone because of the whole set in a universe where Isabel a Catholic believes that God has a master plan for everyone, and the whole trick is to see the signs.



The Art of Racing In The Rain
8/10
Good dialogue, memorable lines, drama, romance that isn't shoehorned in, exciting racing scenes, 3 Real Ferrari Cars being shown in driving scenes, entertaining likable supporting characters, 4 likable distinguishable main characters including Enzo the male golden retriever dog, a variety of locations. The Ferrari Automotive maker does get shown in this movie. The movie shows a realistic depiction of time including Enzo shown as a fully grown golden retriever which is logical because Enzo was a puppy when Denny acquires him.

The movie shows a realistic length of time before Denny starts driving as a Formula 1 Racer.
The movie shows Enzo to be an active character that uses important actions.
The movie has an incredible ending that satisfied me.

This movie is told from the perspective of a male Golden Retriever dog that has the name Enzo, and he is named after Enzo Ferrari the creator of the Legendary Automobile Maker that also has a Formula 1 Racing team that is Ferrari.
Kevin Costner that is the inner voice of Enzo is perfect.

The romance in this movie is not shoehorned in, also the movie does show off the main location which is Seattle. Also, Denny is shown wearing a Seattle Mariners cap.
The movie gives information about what is Eve's paying occupation which is an honorable job.
The movie provides a believable reason why Denny meets Eve, a realistic progression for the relationship, and they have chemistry.


The movie does deal with death because 1 main character does die because of a real disease.
The poster for this movie is accurate because Denny does drive a Classic Red Ferrari with Enzo in the same classic Red Ferrari.

I enjoyed that this movie does show a Ferrari LaFerrari being driven because that is a Supercar, and a LaFerrari is a production car that is extremely close to a Formula 1 car.
I also enjoyed this movie for 1 scene does show a Ferrari Pista moving because I will be driving a Ferrari Pista on a Las Vegas Racetrack in the future.

The movie is based on the successful Fiction Drama book of the same name.
The movie has great messages including believing in yourself and your dreams, and you can accomplish your high-bar career goal even if people around you want to discourage you.
Another great message is death is inevitable for humans, a family can still be less sad if a family member is with the family instead of in a hospital where visiting hours are limited. Also, 1 main character facing death with fearlessness is well done most likely because that main character thought of being at peace, and because the main character might have the peace of knowing she'll go to Heaven.



This movie was made for me because of the amazing ending, has a likable male golden retriever dog as one main character Enzo, Ferrari Cars, Race scenes, and is set in Seattle the same great City that is where the University of Washington is.
Other reasons this movie was made for me are stated below.
I'm a fan of the Washington Huskies Baseball team, Men's Basketball team, Men's Soccer team, and Football team.
Italy does get shown in this movie.
Ferraris are my favorite Sports Cars and SuperCars, Red is my favorite color, and the only dog I've had is a male golden retriever named Riley.
 
I predicted a 10/10 for the Art of Driving because of the cars. You failed me firestorm!

Have you watched Ford vs Ferrari?
 
Art of driving in the rain was a 10 in my book. My brother said I sucked for recommending it to him. He hated it.

**My opinion of Kevin Costner was different then than it is now. Or for some of you, than then it is now.
 
I predicted a 10/10 for the Art of Driving because of the cars. You failed me firestorm!

Have you watched Ford vs Ferrari?

I've only seen scenes of it so no.
I see I'll need to buy the Ford vs Ferrari Blue Ray because not currently available on Disney Plus, and I have no desire to pay for a not physical copy that can be watched on the tv.


The movie does have flaws after reading a review of it since this is an adaptation of a book with the scenes of Denny repeatedly leaving feeling redundant since the whole same lines getting reused.
That's the main reason I didn't give this great drama movie a perfect 10/10 because for me those are flaws that I can't overlook as minor issues.

Jaws is an adaptation of a Novel that succeeds at being a great adaption with no scenes that feel redundant, also the changes made were necessary because in the Novel none of the human characters in the book are likable so it's easy to cheer for the terrifying killer shark, and how the terrifying killer shark dies in the book is anticlimatic or undramatic compared to the incredible climax in a masterpiece Spielberg directed the movie.
Another masterpiece movie that is an adaptation of a successful fictional book is Die Hard which is far better than the book from the information I heard, made changes that most persons would agree are improvements, etc.
 
Art of driving in the rain was a 10 in my book. My brother said I sucked for recommending it to him. He hated it.

**My opinion of Kevin Costner was different then than it is now. Or for some of you, than then it is now.


Wow, I'm amazed he hated that movie because it can't be called boring and because the movie shows the realistic cost for a man to obtain that high-paying job such as a Ferrari Formula 1 driver since a racer will need to build a racing career resume so that he gets an offer from some team in the Formula 1 Racing League.
Also because a Drama movie about a Pro Car Racer told from the POV of a dog protagonist is a 1 of kind entertaining movie that does focus on Car Racing.
Days of Thunder, (2013) Rush, and other Car Racing Movies can't compete with the unique The Art of Racing in the Rain because of that entertaining unique aspect.
 
Art of driving in the rain was a 10 in my book. My brother said I sucked for recommending it to him. He hated it.

**My opinion of Kevin Costner was different then than it is now. Or for some of you, than then it is now.
What is your opinion of Costner?
 
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Triangle of Sadness 6/10. I wanted to like it more and pieces of it are amazing. Should have been shorter and was kinda disjointed. The acting felt a bit stifled. Worth a watch if you like strange deliberately paced euro films.
 
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Triangle of Sadness 6/10. I wanted to like it more and pieces of it are amazing. Should have been shorter and was kinda disjointed. The acting felt a bit stifled. Worth a watch if you like strange deliberately paced euro films.
Agree too long, could've cut some of the fat off of the early and end bits. But it was interesting and a bit different. Reminded me of The Menu. I'd go 7/10 jmo
 
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