Recent content by Ryan Duckling

Honestly the plot sounds a bit strange to me. Shoplifters becoming heroes against a big company? I am not sure if that message works well. Demi Moore is always good though so maybe her performance will carry it. The cast is full of talented people like LaKeith Stanfield and Naomi Ackie. I will...

I watched the first Slime movie in theaters, and it was a fun experience, so I’m definitely going again. The plot sounds like it will mix humor and action, which is exactly what I enjoy about Rimuru stories. The new character, Yura, seems intriguing, and I’m curious how she fits into the group...

I love reality TV because it's low commitment. You can jump in mid-season, miss episodes, still get the drama. Scripted stuff demands you pay attention or you get lost. Right now I'm obsessed with Love Is Blind. The pods, the proposals without seeing each other – it's ridiculous but you can't...

Okay but can we talk about how beautiful the cinematography is? Every frame looks like a painting from the 70s. The colors, the lighting in Füsun’s house, the way they show Kemal staring at random objects… it all feels so intentional. Acting is top level too. Not everyone will like the slow pace...

Honestly, I hate nonlinear storytelling most of the time. It usually feels like the director is trying too hard to be clever instead of telling a good story. Pulp Fiction worked because the characters and dialogue were so strong, but most other films fail. Memento is okay, but after the first...

YES! This is what I've been waiting for since the series started. Batman alone is intense, but adding Robin is going to change everything. That cover screams "the kid is coming to fight." I think it'll be a version of Dick who grew up in the circus but lost it all early, so he's already tough...

Back then, animation awards were barely talked about. Now there are categories for almost every part of production. I paid attention to the FX nominations. Animated effects are often taken for granted, but they are hard to get right. Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age looks amazing, so I am glad it is...

I’ve been following the animated short category, and I’m glad they finally released the shortlist. Some titles like Éiru and The Shyness of Trees sound interesting just from the names. I wish the feature animation shortlist was out too because those films are usually the ones people talk about...

What I notice is how the film gives a new point of view. Usually, the person who suffers gets the audience’s sympathy, but here the story says maybe it is better to be strong, even rude, than to accept everything quietly. I think that is a powerful message for many viewers, especially for women...

I agree with the point that crying underwater can be risky. I used to swim a lot, and even when I got irritated eyes from chlorine, I noticed they watered heavily. That convinced me that tears were still active even if I was submerged. The main concern is not whether tears exist underwater but...

I think moving Made in Abyss to movies again is a smart choice. The pacing of this anime works well when you can watch a longer story in one sitting, without weekly breaks. The atmosphere is heavy, and I feel it benefits from more immersive viewing. I am curious if they will adapt the manga arcs...

I just downloaded it on PS5 and this is exactly the kind of game I needed! I love games that are slow but meaningful. This one has such a peaceful tone. My favorite part is the relationship with the giant beast. It feels like you’re caring for a pet and a world at the same time. Also, the mix of...

I really enjoyed Miss Fortune! Sure, it’s not perfect, but the energy of the cast made it fun. I thought the mom-daughter dynamic felt real. They don’t always agree, but they still trust each other enough to try this crazy plan. The scene where the daughter talks to the detective had so much...

OMG this sounds so fun! Ghosts? A depressed ex-worker who turns into a lawyer? A near-death experience with an angel guy?! Count me in! I already love Cha Hak-yeon and Seol In-ah, so seeing them in a fantasy comedy is a bonus. And let’s be honest, K-dramas do a great job mixing comedy and...

This sounds fun, but I’m mostly here for the Silly Block. A game run by dogs? A Hercules game that’s bad on purpose? Yeah, that’s my kind of nonsense.