Rachel Young3 said:"We made this movie based on the idea that even though Cinderella wants to find love, her whole life isn't just defined by whether she finds a guy or not," Branagh explained, adding that she doesn't really have a victim mentality or anything like that.
I think I actually prefer this version because of that angle (the remake version of Cinderella) Cinderella Ever After: A Cinderella Story
But this one looks pretty good too. It's nice that kids today get a newer take on Cinderella.
This movie was actually filmed two years ago. There’s been so much speculation about why nobody’s talking about it... people say it’s just bad. I know there are plenty of articles online about it, but I really don't feel like scrolling through them on my tablet right now. I guess that's how it looks to me. Given what happens in the book, I was expecting something a bit darker. Something more like Wild, maybe with more grays instead of all those warm colors. A darker soundtrack and plot too, I think.
Michael Harris20 said:I was just scrolling through IMDb looking for some movies when I stumbled upon a bunch of series... and man, I realized most of them are rated between an 8 and 10. Honestly, they seem even better than the movies.
What do you guys think is the reason for that? Is it because people have more patience when they're following a series over several seasons, or is there something else going on?
I mean, personally, I’ll always prefer a local production over something like *The Sound of Music*.
Do Americans just have different standards, or do they simply prefer series more? What's your take on this?
I guess it's because—if it's good—I rate it as soon as I start the first season. But then (usually) the quality drops, while the rating stays stuck at that initial level of "enthusiasm" and excitement. And mostly, it’s those die-hard fans who rate it, the ones who got hooked early and don't even realize how much of a mess the show has become. An IMDb rating for a series isn't really an indicator of anything anymore.
Brandon Cruz81 said:Keanu Reeves. He lost his fiancée, and just like his sister... I guess he hasn't really been interested in romance since then. He mostly just focuses on movies and charity work, which he keeps pretty low-key. People say he's donated a massive amount of his wealth to charity over the years, too. He lives in a regular apartment instead of some huge mansion in Hollywood.
she survived. he and his fiancée lost their child.
I guess I agree with swiftcanyon12 in their comment. Honestly, I couldn't have put it better myself.
It’s just an honest, warm, charming, fun, and really lovely little movie. Usually, I struggle to find decent romances—there's always something missing—but this one felt totally right. And I liked how they showed that when we say we didn't meet someone at the "right time," maybe we actually missed the moment because those people just weren't meant for us. (Margot Robbie)
I'd probably give it an 8.5/10.
My only real gripe is Rachel McAdams' silly acting. I don't know what's up with all those faces and noises she makes. 🙂
And falling for her character, too. The main guy was a bit psycho 😲 in the way he approached her, basically wrecking her relationship with the other guy. Like she's the last girl on earth or something. 😕 But that's my only complaint. After that, everything goes pretty smoothly. 👍
Rebecca Green46 said:Actors and visuals 🤦 I’m seeing more and more of these little runway models being pushed for the younger crowd. It’s like they all just stepped straight out of those disastrous CW shows—you know the ones, like *The Vampire Diaries*, *Smallville*, or that show about the supermodel brothers hunting down monsters.
The plot itself actually holds some interest, but everything else about this is just fundamentally wrong.
I guess I'm honest enough to admit that I don't really watch movies or shows where the cast isn't attractive ☕
Daniel Perez6 said:The movie has an interesting premise, but unfortunately, that’s where the appeal ends. It’s such a great concept, yet the execution feels unfinished and strangely detached. I didn't feel any real spark between the two leads; she comes across as pretty cold and disinterested. That's just my take on it, though. The opening scene was handled so poorly that it felt more grotesque than actually sad or shocking.
I honestly expected way more from this. Rachel McAdams is really subpar here—I might even go as far as saying it's her worst performance yet. 🤷
I feel the exact same way. It actually caught me off guard at the start; I kept thinking she was overacting way too much.😕 just being overly theatrical🤷 I guess she was trying to show how different their personalities were, but it just felt awkward. It felt a bit better, or maybe just more natural, once she played the part of dealing with the amnesia...
Terrible movie. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, and honestly, comparing it to 500 Days of Summer is just an insult to 500 Days.
It starts off okay, I guess. He's a hitchhiker who catches a ride with an older couple, and he tells them about his life, which leads into these flashbacks of him and her... But then things get pretty creepy.
Turns out he thinks they're in love, but she hasn't even seen him since he moved away when they were ten. She basically forgot he existed, while he's convinced they're together, following her everywhere—like when she went off to college or moved to LA, etc. He's literally stalking her (for him, just being near her is enough). Plus, he’s got this mild psychosis going on, talking to his dead parents, dealing with anxiety... I could go on.
The ending is just awful. Unbelievable, really...
I don't get it. Did the director or writer think stalking was somehow sweet? Is that why they made this a romantic drama? ☕
Also, the dialogue is pretty bad, and that bit about the dying father felt super pathetic.
Maybe it sounds interesting when I describe it like this, but trust me, it isn't... just a total waste of time.
It wasn't being too much drama at all. It’s actually pretty light, relaxing, and touching. Honestly, looking at everything going on in the world lately, I'd say the best way to describe it is—optimistic. It just really radiates positivity. A nice, easy way to spend two hours, especially since it's based on a true story. And big Michael... man, he's such a giant... huge guy, but honestly such a beautiful soul. 😍 Sandra was fine as the mom, I guess, but nothing crazy enough for an Oscar. She's definitely done better roles before. 🤷
It’s a sweet movie—just really refreshing. I mean, it is your typical rom-com, but there are some genuinely good jokes! 😍 So, I have to admit something that’s kind of hard to say—but the funniest parts were when Taylor Lautner and Taylor Swift were on screen. They captured how young people act today so perfectly... I was dying laughing!!!! 🤣 Taylor Swift is great at acting🙏
The dubbing in the movie was honestly terrible, though. I don't know who did the translation... Every time the word 'women' came up, they translated it as 'bitches,' for a guy it was 'Kit,' for friends it was 'pals and buddies,' and 'you're gay' was translated as 'you're warm.'🤣 There was more, but I can't remember it all right now. It’s like they tried to use this weird slang, but what's the point? Even the characters in the original aren't even using slang.🤷
At times, it really reminds me of Love Actually, especially with those little romantic struggles, but it’s totally unexpected because of why he’s having those issues. I think we were all thinking the wrong thing.😬 Just like the guy on the plane and Julia Roberts.
Anyway—the movie is totally fine. It’s light, fun, and I wasn't bored for a single second.
Adam Miller46 said:The wife definitely knew, most likely. She probably cared too much about what the neighbors, family, or relatives would say if the truth came out... incest is such a massive temptation. People like him aren't crazy—they are simply depraved and evil. If someone hasn't integrated basic morality into their conscience, a psychiatrist isn't going to fix them when they're already decades older than the doctor. I think this whole years-long nightmare happened because "Daddy" Jeffrey (perhaps unable to control his impulses) pushed his daughter into the basement for the first time... and Mom was so afraid of social stigma that they decided to cover it up. As time passed, it likely just became their "normal." Stockholm syndrome... Anyone could theoretically carry food for six kids into a basement and haul out trash bags without the other residents or the wife noticing. The only issue is proving what she actually knew versus what she didn't, especially since the neighbors were basically blind and deaf to it all...
I mean, sorry, but she was living under the SAME roof as her daughter and grandkids, whereas the neighbors weren't.
It’s kind of surprising you haven't heard of Natascha. I mean, when she first surfaced, people were talking about her for weeks. Every news outlet and website was running updates on her constantly.
But anyway; Natascha Kampusch is a girl from Austria who was kidnapped and held captive for over eight years. She managed to escape one day back in 2006 while she was cleaning her kidnapper's car in the yard. Her case is pretty unique because, during her captivity, she actually fell in love with him. He gave her books, educated her, stuff like that. She's often cited as an example of someone experiencing Stockholm syndrome. You can read more about her here (it's in English)
I don't get it either. How does Josef Fritzl get charged while the wife walks free? I mean, I don't think anyone could convince me that I wouldn't notice an entire FAMILY living in my basement for 25 years. Like, if my husband was constantly bringing down extra food, extra beds, mattresses, diapers... I don't know. I'd probably hear noise, or crying, or something. At the very least, I'd feel the urge to go down there after a year just to check things out or drop off some old stuff. No one can tell me she isn't guilty or that she didn't know what was happening.
Personally, I think it was a huge mistake that she wasn't sentenced alongside him. Even if it was just pure fear of reporting him, she was still part of the crime just as much as he was.
I read all four pages, and honestly, you seem kind of contradictory to me. You say you want friends, but then you don't, and there was that girl who tried to hang out with you and you just totally shut her down. Also, whenever someone gives you advice, you just write back about how bad or whatever that advice is.
Anyway, we have someone just like you at my university. I can't say she's exactly the same since I don't know you, but almost nobody talks to our girl because she's just weird. And by weird, I mean she asks really stupid questions—not even things that are confusing or interesting to everyone else, just stuff that's so ridiculous it leaves the professors speechless. She’s always twenty minutes late to lecture even though she lives like five minutes from campus. And when she says something that isn't even funny, she just laughs at herself. When we say someone is "different," it doesn't have to be a bad thing; people can be interesting in their own way. But when someone is just plain odd—and the world sees them through a different lens—how are you even supposed to find common ground to talk about?
People don't just wake up and decide to ignore others or avoid hanging out. If I see that someone's sense of humor, intelligence, or just the way they talk doesn't vibe with mine, I'm not going to go out of my way to get close to them, especially if we don't share interests. So, I guess I'm wondering, what are your actual interests besides school? Why don't you try talking to someone—like if you see them standing alone or sitting in the student lounge—and just ask, "Hey, how's it going? Did you finish that thing for... you know, that class?" That's usually how conversations start. It’s easier to lead with school stuff or professors (even if it's just venting a little, because let's face it, gossiping about faculty is a classic way to bond).
Besides, it feels like maybe you're just boring to yourself, so when other people try to reach out, or when you try to reach out to them, it just doesn't land.
And yeah, I think you're being a bit idealistic thinking you can have friends for life. I mean, sure, it's possible, but it takes a ton of effort—lots and lots of effort. People change, they change their minds, they're influenced by all sorts of people... friendship is a lot like marriage; it requires work and compromise. It's not as easy as some people seem to think it is.
I’d probably suggest starting to hit up some lectures again, even if it means sitting through freshman year stuff all over. It might help you meet new people, get some social interaction going, and maybe—seeing everyone else in motion—it’ll give you that little nudge to get moving too. Though, I guess you already know what you need to do without anyone pointing it out. Maybe sign up for a class? Like a language course or a dance studio... just something where you'll run into people. Or honestly, just call your best friend or someone you haven't talked to in ages. Just tell them you missed them and want to catch up. Just be brave about it.