What was the last movie you watched? (2014 Edition)

By Rappy
in The Media Room

 Share

Recommended Posts

Grand Master

T3X4S

Posted
Posted

3 Days to Kill

 

attachicon.gifMV5BMzM0MjE0Nzg1N15BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwODA4ODE4MDE@__V1_SY317_CR0,0,214,317_AL_.jpg

 

 

Was more entertaining than I had originally thought

 

7/10

I think if they stopped the movie when ViVi shot the Wolf - then it would have been oK - the whole last 15 minutes were like an attempt to show the movie had depth --  I just wished it went another way.

*** SPOILER ALERT (kinda) ***

Now, if they let Kevin Costner live only if he continued to do jobs for them - and we got to see him be some kind of awesome assassin - that would have been cool - or maybe thats what I was originally hoping for - I dunno.

The Mummy resurrected,

0/10

 

total crap, I'd rather have my own balls served to me roasted, than sit through that again

I think I saw someone do that on the Deep Web -

  • The Evil Overlord
  • Like 1
Experienced

blerk

Posted
Posted (edited)

Godzilla_(2014)_poster.jpg

Godzilla. 

 

10/10. 

 

Absolutely perfect. 

 

  • Bryan Cranston - Perfect for the job. Spoiler - Pity he had to die so early. Same with Juliette Binoche. 
  • Aaron Taylor-Johnson - Perfect for the job (No, he doesn't have to be some delicate subtle wallflower with complex emotional traits. I think he does his job just fine: Spoiler  He plays a slightly detached son observing his supposedly crazy dad, and then he plays a sailor who wants to go back home, but through blundering luck, gets to where he wants to go, but  unfortunately happens to be the right man for the job.Massive spoiler He still fails though. )
  • Elizabeth Olsen - surprisingly good as a character that literally is only there to either be terrified or be nice to Aaron T-J. 

 

  • Godzilla - They nailed it. His appearances were appropriately dramatic, nicely framed/set-up, and limited enough that they didn't just become an orgy of glittery fireballs (Hello, Transformers). And he looks great. 
  • Muto - now that was a nice terrifying monster. Spoiler And it was nice to see two of them, replete with sexual dimorphism. A horny couple popping nuclear warheads into their bits, destroying a city so they can have kids. What's not to like?

 

All the reviewers who were moaning about a lack of depth to the story and how it didn't contain enough anti-nuclear propaganda I feel completely missed the point of the (yes, somewhat limited) story, while injecting their own (liberal) biases into the film. 

It's a movie about primordial apex predators being awakened by the misadventures of man. It shows man as powerless against the massive forces of nature. Bullets, missiles, nuclear *******  bombs do absolutely nothing. The puny humans are elaborated just enough for us to feel sorry for their powerlessness, and shows that despite their efforts, nature keeps marching on. 

 

And I loved final battle. Even if the rest of the movie was terrible, that right there was A++ 11/10 worth the price of admission. 

Edited by D. S.
Use spoiler tags for recently released films, plase.
Grand Master

D. S. Veteran

Posted
  • Veteran
Posted

Please use spoiler tags when talking about recently released movies.

 

If you've just watched the Sixth Sense (a very popular movie but still 15 years old), you can be a bit more liberal with spoilers (within reason) but tags are still the best way to go. Godzilla (which came out this week), PLEASE USE THE TAGS.

 

Use common sense, treat others like you would like to be treated and don't spoil the experience for those that haven't watched it.

  • Razorwing and Kriz
  • Like 2
This topic is now closed to further replies.
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Posts

    • Apple launches new website for parents and a revamped Screen Time experience

      By Aditya Tiwari · Posted

      Apple launches new website for parents and a revamped Screen Time experience by Aditya Tiwari At WWDC 2026, Apple announced new parental control features for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 to keep kids' device usage in check and keep them safe online. As a parent, you'll get access to a simpler setup experience, Ask to Browse, Time Allowances, and a redesigned Screen Time. You'll be able to pick exactly which apps your child can access on their device, choosing from just a few essential apps, a curated set, or the apps you feel are appropriate. There will be an option to gradually add more apps. Ask to Browse is a new feature that requires kids to request permission before visiting a new website in Safari on iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can also turn on a setting that requires your kid to ask for approval before connecting with an unknown contact via Messages, FaceTime, or the Phone app. You can manage your child's screen time more effectively with Time Allowances that work across categories, including Games, Entertainment, and Social Media. You can set time limits based on your kid's age and get suggestions informed by expert research. Speaking of expert guidance, Apple added that it's working with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to adapt its Family Media Plan to create a guide parents can refer to when using Apple products. Moreover, the company has also set up a new dedicated website, where you can find tools, resources, and answers to common questions around parental controls and child safety. Apple also allows parents to set daily schedules to manage screen time, configuring access to different apps at different times of the day and across the week. Overall, the Screen Time section has been revamped and provides a bird's-eye view of your kid's average device usage and most-used apps. "For example, to help protect important family moments, parents can quickly limit access during meals, outdoor play, and other times that deserve full attention. If kids need a little extra time to finish something in an app, parents can also easily extend access," Apple said. Apart from these, Communication Safety has been updated to block gore or violent content when detected in shared images or videos. The feature already blurs nudity in Messages and FaceTime calls, and is enabled by default for users under 18.
    • Is your Apple Watch supported? Check the watchOS 27 compatibility list

      By +Warwagon · Posted

      They already threw the Ultra 1st gen under the bus? It really feels like someone screwed up, and that advanced AI features will only be available on the list above but someone screwed up and said that Watch OS 27 in general will only be available for those models. I think they will pull it back. I did see someone also put a snap shot of their series 9 watch being offered the watch os 27 beta. As the backlash online is already in full swing.
    • Apple unveils Siri AI, a "reimagined" version of SIri

      By sagum · Posted

      Right, Google... because that's who this is going to. Google, the company who's entire business model is geared around ad revenue and your personal data.
    • Bluesky COO warns social media regulations could destroy competition from small startups

      By deadonthefloor · Posted

      That is the natural course for regulations. First to protect the consumer. Then to protect the business/industry from upstart competition. There are countless examples across history.
    • LibreOffice developer takes a dig at Euro-Office in new open letter

      By Ccl Ncc · Posted

      I have never been a huge fan of libre, it feels really good but exactly when you need an advance feature for data wrangling it falls short every time or has bugs. I am all for euro office if they can deliver a good and usable alternative to MS office with backing of govt function.

  • Recent Achievements

    • Very Popular
      Captain_Eric earned a badge
      Very Popular
    • One Month Later
      amusc earned a badge
      One Month Later
    • One Month Later
      DJC50PLUS earned a badge
      One Month Later
    • Week One Done
      DJC50PLUS earned a badge
      Week One Done
    • Proficient
      Eric Biran went up a rank
      Proficient

  • Popular Contributors

    1. 1
      +primortal
      515
    2. 2
      PsYcHoKiLLa
      231
    3. 3
      ATLien_0
      87
    4. 4
      +Edouard
      82
    5. 5
      Steven P.
      79
    Show More

  • Tell a friend

    Love Neowin? Tell a friend!