If "Bluetooth Device has connected" was a movie.
Thousands of movies telling us not to experiment things you don't fully understand yet again they do it anyways. First hundreds of movies, series, documentaries on how using AI on large-scale without understanding it consequences fully can be so dangerous yet it's happening right now, in front of everyone by money hungry people, sane will happen soon like in this movie, zombie apocalypse is much nearer thsn you think, and when it'll come, you won't be surprised as it's already a normal thing in our heads now.Was this review helpful to you?
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Shocking outcome
Just finished this movie and wow I was shocked I went into this with no expectations whatsoever I only watched as I’m a fan of Zhang Zifeng and wanted to tune into her work. This movie shocked me to my core never in my life could I have predicted the way this movie was going.I saw many people talking about a gl subplot and I will say it was slightly there but to me It felt more like finally finding someone to connect with for Jiang Ning. Zhang Zifeng and Eva Du did a stellar job portraying this the mental anguish Jiang Ning was going through becuase of Zhong Ling’s addition to her life was very well portrayed by Zhang Zifeng and I will say in some scenes Eva Du will really get under skin but at times you will feel very bad for her. this was the first time I watched anything with Ma Yili and I think she did very well depicting the difference in how a coach acts and a mother acts.
This movie may seem like your typical East Asian Mother-Daughter dynamic but I assure you it is more than that. Her mom being her coach was a really nice touch to the movie as we how much being coached by her mom affected Jiang Ning and her attitude towards the sport. But showing the slight difference in their dynamic when they are mother daughter showed why she had some sort of guilt and compassion towards her mother.
I can’t really say much as that would be a spoiler but overall I really really recommend this to anyone who is hesitant to watch i guarantee it will be worth your time.
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Very engaging
I truly don't get how this movie is rated only a 7.6. This was amazing. The plot twists, the skating scenes, everything was just beautiful. If you're contemplating watching this movie and are put off by the rating, I say to just watch it and form your own opinion.I've recently become a fan of Zhang Zifeng, so I've been going on a run of watching her dramas/movies, and I have to say she truly deserves the title of being one of the best post-00 actresses. She is just so dedicated to her craft. You would not believe she learned skating in just a few months for this movie cause shes just so amazing at it. This is my first watch of any of Ma Yili and Eva Du's work, and they're just as amazing.
From the coloring to the vibes to the amazing plot, this movie is a straight 10/10 for me.
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J'adore les films de zombies
Je l'attendais avec impatience. Enfin un nouveau film de zombies. Le film apporte quelques nouveautés au genre mais garde une bonne proportion de clichés (bully culture, politique qui n'écoute pas, le sacrifice du pseudo héros, le personnage qui tape sur le système et incapable de se sauver seul...). J'ai quand même été captivée pendant les 2h de film. Koo Kyo-Hwan est magistral dans son rôle de scientifique fou. Petite palme à Ji Chang-Wook et son retournement de veste. Sa bascule du côté obscur est bluffante.Was this review helpful to you?
The performances are easily its biggest selling point. Every actor throws themselves into the madness without a hint of self-consciousness, and that's what makes the humor work as often as it does. The cast understands exactly what kind of movie they're in and never winks at the audience, they simply go for it.
Then there's the costume design, which deserves its own standing ovation. It's wonderfully over-the-top, colorful, and just the right amount of ridiculous. And yes, we need to talk about those wigs. They're so unapologetically outrageous that they somehow become part of the film's charm. At a certain point, you stop questioning them and start looking forward to whatever gravity-defying hairstyle appears next.
That said, the comedy is a bit hit-or-miss. While I appreciated the film's willingness to embrace absurdity, not every joke landed for me. Some gags overstayed their welcome, and a few punchlines felt like they were trying just a little too hard to be quirky. Humor is always subjective, though, and what didn't work for me may very well have someone else laughing out loud.
Even so, Wild Sing succeeds because it has confidence in its own brand of chaos. It's carried by a game cast, delightfully eccentric production design, and costumes that are almost worth the price of admission on their own. If nothing else, you'll walk away remembering the performances, and those gloriously ridiculous wigs.
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Sharing an Apple
The film opens with a kissing scene between two teenagers. The beginning suggests that the film will deal with youthful romance and the exploration of intimacy, which is indeed one of its themes. However, another much stronger and more serious theme is abuse, particularly of minors, which is why the kissing scenes don’t feel entirely appropriate to me.The film centers on one girl, but all the other characters around her are also portrayed with care and sensitivity, allowing us to empathize with each of them. What I liked most about the film is how it depicts every character as a real human being, with experiences and feelings hidden beneath the surface. The film shows one thing on the surface, yet you sense something deeper underneath—that everyone carries a hidden pain they refuse to acknowledge. Literally everyone. That pain can destroy a person from the inside, but it can also be eased. That’s why it’s important to have people beside you with whom you can still be honest and share your burdens—and sometimes, simply sharing an apple is enough (in Korean, “apple” also means “apology”). This is a beautiful and moving drama about one girl longing for true love, but also about all of us.
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There's not much a strong "kilig" can do when the story is weak.
For Rastro / Jathea fans, the news of Glaiza de Castro and Rhian Ramos pairing up on screen again in a film was undoubtedly a cause for excitement. This reunion of the Philippines' first GL pairing had fans eagerly anticipating a well-developed romance, especially after their sizzling chemistry in "The Rich Man's Daughter." However, despite the star power and on-screen appeal of the leading ladies, the film doesn't live up to the hype.The chemistry between Glaiza and Rhian is one of the film's strongest points. Their natural moments of banter and "kilig" make the audience root for their romance. However, even the best chemistry can only carry a story so far. The film suffers from a loose and tangled story structure. The uneven pacing and a confusing flow of events between present-day scenes and flashbacks make it hard for viewers to stay engaged. Another notable shortcomings is its lack of character depth and development. Chicks feels too shallow, while Anne, lacks a properly fleshed-out backstory that could have added layers to her story/conflict. At some point, the concept of a 'manic pixie dream girl' doesn't really carry much weight beyond just being a concept. Without well-rounded characters to invest in, it's challenging to fully engage with the story beyond the surface-level romance. Plus, this film has beautiful locations and sets. But unfortunately, they are not fully utilized to give the visual impact that it deserves.
While Rastro reunion on screen is a treat for the fans and their performances are commendable, the loose storyline and lack of character depth overshadow their efforts. They've done their best with the material given, but ultimately, the film as a whole falls short of making a lasting impact. Overall, "I Fell, It's Fine" is a bit of a letdown for fans or even anyone who seek a more engaging and well-crafted love story.
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The Ahjussi Next Door
Pawnshop owner Cha Taesik is dragged into drug and organ trafficking whirlpool when his stripper neighbour and her daughter Jung Soomi is kidnapped by drug trafficking gang. Forced to make a drop-off in exchange for the mother-daughter’s return, it turned into a shootout and he’s hauled in by the police under suspicion of murder. He broke out of police custody to track down Soomi, leaving trails of blood wherever he went.I read that this was Won Bin’s last project before he went totally hiatus. He definitely left in style, cuz this movie is the bombbb! It’s gore and blood all the way as Cha tries to save Soomi, giving his all while leaving the villains dumbfounded to see how formidable this uncle next door is. Despite being an all out action packed piece, Won Bin had his share of emotional moments, when his character lost his wife and unborn baby and when Soomi finally returned to him. Honestly I really think they should make a sequel where Cha finally reunites with Soomi after he served his time. Am thinking it would turn into something like Shop for Killers uncle-niece duo.
It’s a pity the actress who played Soomi died in 2025. She wouldve made a great role out of the adult Soomi if they ever made a sequel. Her talent as a child actress was already astounding, she wouldve bloomed as an adult.
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A simple but impactful film
I haven't seen the original Taiwanese film, but I really loved this adaptation. It's a simple premise of a boy falling in love at first sight, but it's executed with charm and poignance. I find that stories about hearing-impaired characters can develop a special resonance from the way they make you think about communication from a different angle, and this film is no exception.It reminds me a bit of Love, Untangled or Linda, Linda, Linda as a warm, comforting film I will probably rewatch multiple times.
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Waiting
Waiting , Waiting, waiting 🌧️☔......This movie is about the art of waiting.......
The art of love, the art of pure love, the art of still loving, the art of waiting for love, the art of waiting for miracle,,,, and I am also waiting for miracle in this movie...... ☔🌧️☔🌧️☔
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Started watching this first partner after watching the original Kung Fu Cult Master movie starring Jet Li. First thing first, I felt that the synopsis given to this movie was a bit misleading, since this movie didn't quite continue off from the 1993 movie, but a full remake which covered more or less the same amount of plot of the original movie.While it's understandable that this movie wouldn't quite be an exact remake of the original 1993 movie but still based on the last arc of Jinyong's Legend of the Condor Heroes trilogy, I can't help feeling bothered at how some of the important scenes were completely changed in this one; like the circumstances of Zhang Cuishan's and Yan So-so's death was different and how Mo-Kei's was hurt from the Jinx palm, as well as how Mo-Kei's life had been prior to learning the Great Solar skill and leaving Wudang. Had this movie just mention that this would just be yet another adaptation of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre, I probably wouldn't be too harsh on this movie's critique... but since it claimed to be a continuation of the 1993's Kung Fu Cult Master I couldn't help feeling duped somehow. Otherwise you can just enjoy this movie as another adaptation of HSaDS novel.
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But I guess I had to look for other adaptation of the Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre for that, though this movie would be the only version where I got to see Jet Li playing one of the characters from Jinyong's Legend of Condor Heroes trilogy. Honestly, the moment you realize that this story was a sequel to the other two Condor Heroes stories, you'd finally can understand the conflict between the orthodox and the unorthodox wushu branches, as well as the political situation.
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Scary Religion
This film stands on the shoulders of instant classics like The Wailing and Exhuma as a religion-based horror mystery, but it fails to retain even half of the atmosphere or authenticity those films possess. Their strength lies in how convincing they are—the viewer genuinely believes in the spiritual forces and religious elements—whereas here everything feels superficial. We have a Christian pastor, some kind of private shaman, a Japanese shrine and a Hindu deity/demon named Rakshasa. It’s an intriguing setup, but the film fails in its execution to capitalize on the spiritual heritage it draws from.The plot progression also feels somewhat fragmented, with scenes jumping from one to another without clear development of events, so for part of the film I was confused: where are we now, how did the characters get here, what does this have to do with the story? Horror fans will at least get a few “gross-out” gore scenes that look creepy and scary, but all in all, in my opinion, this is a below-average horror film.
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Responsibility for a Family
If you don’t have enough drama in your family, go and watch this movie. This is a lovely film even though it portrays various unpleasant aspects of family relationships, but every one of us knows that this is a realistic picture of family life. Because family life is not a fairy tale, and misunderstandings often arise among members, especially between generations. What this film particularly focuses on are secrets—hidden things we try to conceal from those closest to us—but is that even possible? Even if it were possible to hide something, would family relationships then truly be sincere?The film also touches on other themes, one of the bigger ones being the break with tradition, the role of parents, and more. It approaches all these themes honestly and openly, without concealment or embellishment, and that is why it is also very interesting to watch. A dose of humour certainly helps as well. I like how the characters are distributed, and whenever it seems that the film is revealing the flaws and negative sides of one person, it quickly shows that the other person is not without sin either—and that is why in a family we need to know how to accept responsibility for one another, even in weaknesses and imperfections. Therefore, I consider this an especially instructive and inspiring drama about family life.
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