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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Whatever The Institute is trying to go for, it's completely out of control. There are no real characters. The plot is weak. The performances are bland. And everytime I think about it, it keeps getting worse. Read the full review »
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6 years ago
Kong: Skull Island has an abundance of pretty entertaining sequences and interesting stuff, and an outstanding ensemble which sometimes overtakes the spotlight away from King Kong. Sure, there are some things that don't work, but whenever Kong is... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Brawl in Cell Block 99 is a brutal and filthy look on life in jail that is overly depressing and difficult to watch. I don't know if the movie is supposed to be effectively pessimistic, but it's totally despairing instead. It takes an hour to fina... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Despicable Me 3 feels like ten short animated films clipped into one jumbled, generic sequel that never really works. Sadly, the minions are given nothing to do, and all of the human gags don't work. Lastly, most of the protagonists never prove th... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
War for the Planet for the Apes is suspenseful when it needs to be, and subtle when it demands for emotional connection. It's crazy how Matt Reeves unfolds a story here through the use of hand gestures and nuanced facial expressions - it almost fe... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Aside from being claustrophobic at some parts, there wasn't really anything 'happening' in Armed Response. Once the characters get trapped inside the facility, the movie turns into a sluggish venture of repetitive moments. And by the end, the thin... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Everything in Unlocked feels inconsistent, bland, and all over the place. It's overloaded with turns and plot points which hardly intersect. And also filled with an overqualified cast which includes Toni Collette and Noomi Rapace as stand-outs. Or... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Shaun of the Dead is not just any horror-comedy. At its core, it's an emotionally-compelling journey of ordinary people's lives added with zombies. Edgar Wright effortlessly pokes fun at the genre, and at the same time pulls off a refreshing movie... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Transformers: The Last Knight contains some cool, interesting stuff and entertaining moments, especially when our three main actors are present. But there is no reason for this movie to be 2 hours and 30 minutes long. There's these subplots about... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales has an interesting grip to its story. As a whole, it feels fake, redundant, and has way too many unnecessary parts. But singly, there are some cool moments and action set pieces which earn entertain... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Get Out is a totally trail blazing accomplishment in filmmaking. Full of outstanding performances from a talented cast, a perfectly-paced screenplay, and a brilliant direction from Jordan Peele.
The scares hit the psychological and emotional leve... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
John Wick: Chapter 2 is beautiful and violent with a lot of things it sets out to do. Maybe too much to a fault. Also, some cheesy dialogues come here and there, and the action scenes try too hard to imitate Kingsman: The Secret Service. While it'... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
It's not that Baywatch is ridiculous. It's just that it's not too ridiculous for its own good. Looks cheap, raunchy, and dull in all aspects, though entertaining in some parts. It's really the chemistry of this gang that makes them feel like a tru... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
The Founder starts off with a strong first half, but later on loses a bit of its steam. But perhaps most importantly, the complex personality of this iconic "creator" as both an aspiring, charming guy and a ruthless cheater is perfectly realized b... Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
Lemon is overly pessimistic, poorly mixed, and awkwardly driven by its tongue-in-cheek humor. Some of its style may come familiar to Wes Anderson's quirky elements, but its oddness falls short of feeling and character. Read the full review »
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6 years ago
Can't find a film you are looking for?
Lemon (2017) by Janicza Bravo
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
It completely feels like a hybrid of coming-of-age, suspense, romance and heist, that we've all seen from movies that has come before. Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard rated and reviewed a movie.
6 years ago
A delightful look on a very depressing story. Lily Collins proves here that she can still be loveable in a very unlikeable role. Read the full review »
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thegeniuslizard posted a new message board reply.
6 years ago
Can't find a film you are looking for?
Lemon (2017) by Janicza Bravo
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