Introduction Before diving into my review of A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon, I revisited A Shaun the Sheep Movie 2015 because I’ve been a longtime fan of this hilarious animated series. I also adore other comedic classics like The Simpsons, Oggy and the Cockroaches, Doraemon, Mr. Bean, and Pucca. Typically, Shaun the Sheep episodes…
Goosebumps (2015) is a horror-comedy that sits comfortably alongside films like Tucker and Dale vs. Evil (2010) and Housebound (2014). Unlike those, it skips sharp satire or biting irony, focusing instead on the loneliness of R.L. Stine, who crafts villainous characters in his horror stories to exact revenge on those who mocked him or vandalized…
Introduction I watched A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon once in theaters, and the scene where the farmer accidentally boards a spaceship, followed by Lu-La’s parents having to return, really stuck with me. The music in that moment, leading into the film’s conclusion, was so moving that I left the theater feeling emotional, even though…
The Monkey King (2023), an animated film by Stephen Chow, feels like a fresh take on a familiar tale—“new bottle, old wine,” as the saying goes. It follows a well-worn template but spins the story with a brisk, modern flair. Cramming a sprawling myth into a 90-minute runtime means the pacing is lightning-fast, which is…
I must say, this American comedy is quite entertaining, from its engaging plot to its visually appealing cast. However, it received surprisingly low ratings from audiences, which left many disappointed. Personally, I found it far more enjoyable than its lackluster scores suggest, though I can understand why some might feel otherwise. Plot Summary of The…
Summary Kylie Bucknell, a young woman with a troubled past, attempts to rob an ATM but gets caught by the police. Given her history of offenses, she’s sentenced to eight months of house arrest under the supervision of her mother, Miriam. Kylie doesn’t get along with Miriam or her stepfather, Graeme. A security contractor, Amos,…