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Pretty good overall. Interesting to see Tommy Lee Jones do a rambo. The pacing of the older films is a little difficult to watch, so I watched it at 2x speed.

The inclusion of the two over the hill pudgy mercenaries at the end was a curious touch.

Tommy Lee as the everyman.

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Seasons 1-3 are great, very compelling. The storytelling is nicely done, the scripts are tight the first few seasons.

I'm now at season 4 and it kinda goes off it's rocker. I find myself playing season 4 at 2x speed

I think they are trying to parallel some mix of the Clintons. It's a very cynical show.

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Pretty good overall.

Power fantasy, a plot that evolves as the season goes on.

Some weaknesses this season, more and more hoops on why the entire weight of the us government couldn't be used on a ongoing investigation.

Tons of extra-judicial executions, it's almost like Reacher is a bad guy (if he ever makes a mistake).

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A solid movie, exactly what you expect. Worth a watch

Also Critical Drinker recommends as well https://youtu.be/UemitJMT4d4

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As a film it's ok, but as a think piece it's excellent.

A group of prisoners are kept in a vertical jail with food being distributed every day by a elevator in the middle. Lots of discussion of survival sharing resources.

I really like this film, I would recommend anyone watch it. Obvio

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6/10 - It's a ok action thriller, kind of a nerd revenge fantasy. It holds up fairly well until the ending scene

outstanding questions

Why let the final killer get arrested instead of the revenge dished out to every one else? Why was it important to wrap up the black ops program when there wasn't a clear connection to the wife murder?

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A absolutely excellent film, great cinematography, story pacing. It takes itself seriously enough that you can get immersed.

Set in the 1920s south amongst a racially divided farming community, two cousins start a new business.

Snarky Jay Review https://youtu.be/4Fkc_qo4qX0

It's great to watch, worth the time, I do recommend.

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The series focuses on Lucifer Morningstar, a powerful archangel who was cast out of Heaven for his rebellion and forced to spend millennia punishing people as the lord of Hell. Bored and unhappy with his life in Hell, he abdicates his throne in defiance of his father

A pretty good series, I just finished season 1. They do play nicely with the concepts and don't go over the top. It does use the A plot B plot structure, with the B plots moving along slowly.

I did enjoy some of the humanizing of the "warden" aspects

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Wow... this had 5 seasons?!?!

After a global viral pandemic wipes out over 80% of the world's population, the 218-person crew of an unaffected U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, the fictional USS Nathan James (DDG-151), must try to find a cure and save humanity.

This is a nice popcorn sci-fi show, paints by the numbers, but still interesting tension.

Seeing Jayne Cobb as the XO with a bald spot was the first time a TV show made me fell old.

I finished watching season 1 - enjoyable.

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TLDR - It's great end to end, with all the original jank.

Talking about my experiences with Oblivion Remastered after checking out all the content and changes to one of my favorite games of all time!

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TES: Oblivion Remastered - Review After 100%

Mortismal Gaming reviews TES: Oblivion Remastered after fully completing the game, highlighting significant improvements over the original, including a revamped leveling system, better graphics, and updated gameplay mechanics. However, he notes notable performance issues and some minor annoyances with the user interface. Overall, he sees it as a better version of the classic game, despite some drawbacks.

Key Points

Performance Issues

Though Oblivion Remastered offers great improvements, it suffers from frequent crashes and other performance problems, especially due to its use of Unreal Engine 5, which can lead to stuttering and bugs.

Leveling System Overhaul

The remastered version integrates aspects from Skyrim's leveling system, allowing both major and minor skills to contribute to leveling up, reducing previous issues with level scaling and character progression.

Visual and Graphical Upgrades

The game features significant visual enhancements including improved character models, environments, and effects, making it particularly appealing for returning players.

User Interface Changes

The UI has been modernized for easier navigation, but some elements have introduced annoyance, such as requiring more steps to manage inventory.

DLC and Content

Oblivion Remastered includes all original DLC, retaining the beloved Dark Brotherhood and Shivering Isles quests, but offers no new content beyond graphical updates.

Lack of Official Mod Support

The remaster will not receive official mod support, although user-created mods are present, limiting customization options for some players.

Combat Improvements

Combat has been revamped with hit reactions, a sprinting mechanic, and changes to weapon handling that improve the overall gameplay experience.

Overall Recommendation

Mortismal concludes that despite performance issues and small annoyances, Oblivion Remastered is a remarkable revisiting of a classic RPG that makes essential improvements, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans.

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Gravity Falls is an American mystery comedy animated television series created by Alex Hirsch for Disney Channel and Disney XD. The series follows the adventures of Dipper Pines (Jason Ritter) and his twin sister Mabel (Kristen Schaal), who are sent to spend the summer with their great-uncle (or "Grunkle") Stan (Hirsch) in Gravity Falls, Oregon, a mysterious town full of paranormal incidents and supernatural creatures. The kids help Stan run the "Mystery Shack", the tourist trap that he owns, while also investigating the local mysteries.

An surprisingly deep show with lots of thoughtful messaging, colorful messages, and a upbeat tone throughout. Cerebral and fun.

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A fun campy werewolf film, a bunch of twists, light hearted... they explore the space. I recommend for a fun experience.

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A pretty good 3 movie arc of a zombie apocalypse, good pacing, just enough mystery box to keep things moving.

Overall a good watch, would recommend for a rainy day.

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A really excellent film, that deserves thought and reflection

Jared Bauer does a excellent breakdown : 8 years later, i finally understand get out https://youtu.be/NW38mJ1DqPE

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submitted 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) by jet@hackertalks.com to c/media_reviews@dubvee.org
 
 

We saw The Minecraft Movie! Correction: we saw A Minecraft Movie. This movie is a Minecraft movie, because someone had to make it. It stars Jack Black because of course it does. In the film, lights and colors appear on the screen and people in the audience laugh when characters say that their butt hurts. It is truly a magical time at the cinema and we can only hope that this Minecraft Movie is not the only Minecraft Movie.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Minecraft_Movie

Jeremy Jahns "Temu Jumanji" https://youtu.be/hhj16SqR-Yc

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A great comedy drama set in the outback, a slice of life type of film

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The Orville - Series (hackertalks.com)
submitted 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) by jet@hackertalks.com to c/media_reviews@dubvee.org
 
 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Orville

It's great, started as a weird comedy hybrid but found its legs as a modern version of Star Trek the next generation.

The characters are a bit in your face, the story beats a little predictable, but its peak space opera.

It's very enjoyable, and has heart.

Has 3 seasons available.

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This movie is peak 80s action, taking it self seriously but not overly so. I must have watched this movie a dozen times, but never all the way through. it's a staple of background action and comedy.

It is a top tier B movie cult classic.

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A classic! A must watch on any rainy day.

Nice to see old computers struggling, compiling taking down systems. Great performances all around.

And of course "it's a unix system"

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Five friends shopping at US/Mexico border face sicario hitmen, but the targets are actually Murciélagos.

A direct to netflix movie - a feel good story of a special forces unit trumping over a drug lord and corruption.

Overall, a solid movie - good action with some thoughtful moments of sacrifice and doing the right thing even with no support.

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This is a highly impactful film following a grandfather and grand daughter struggle with poverty in south Korea. It makes me cry every time I watch it.

It's a well shot film, the pacing and emotional communication is first rate.

I recommend watching it when your in the mood for thoughtful emotions.

https://m.imdb.com/title/tt1606176/

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A absolutely masterful capture of tone and environment of the Chernobyl disaster. Focusing on the problems of soviet bureaucracy. A very impactful and moving series, a must watch.

The drinker does a good review: https://youtu.be/0nUghX9gTnE

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Labyrinth - 1986 (en.m.wikipedia.org)
submitted 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) by jet@hackertalks.com to c/media_reviews@dubvee.org
 
 

What a wild film, real nightmare fuel for children. Yet family friendly and accessible.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sTBu4nDRs0

Honest trailers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjobWguWIRk

Jim Henson's dark side.. highly recommend

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4Xc8Gfh82c re:view RLM

It's a simple story, about a kid going on a galactic adventure. Video game recruitment

Recommend!

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An amazing exploration of self and what it means to be alive set on a moon mining colony. Intensely atmospheric, the movie uses pauses and quiet moments to reflect on the intellectual journey of the main character.

Without spoiling anything, this is a great movie to watch totally blind.

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