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I went to see

Last night and holy cow this is such a great film!!! Without presenting spoilers as this is a spoiler free review. It was fantastic and Hugh Grant deserves an Oscar. I have been nervous of Wonka films ever since that cringe worthy Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. It is an utter delight from start to finish, if you have seen Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory. No matter how many remakes, sequels or prequels you are always going to compare it. I admit the original film is good, does have classic moments, but it is far of from great. Wonka gets as close to great as I dare to admit publicly. Timothee Chalamet, is a good singer and when it sang some of the songs from the original film. Perfect placing though, it just felt right, and whose acting was spot on.

As for the elephant in the room the Oompa Loompas, which wasn’t until recently I became aware was a point of criticism for some, as there are videos all over the place telling what they were in the book. This was handled perfect and in the form of Hugh Grant who literally dominates whatever scene they happen to be in. Okay I’ll give you one spoiler they get the dream job working at any Chocolate factory at the end.

Ever since the Potter films ended, I know some have been looking for a great escape from reality. Wonka is it, great story. Kids and adults will love it. Or as a friend recommends pop a few TCH gummies at the start and that’s all I am going to say. Just enough evil to make it enjoyable.

To me a very solid 9 out of 10  ….Really it is that good.

Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny, the one reason I decided to post this was because the film wasn’t doing so great. Anyway I wanted to see it and I did yesterday.

So what do I think of it?

I really enjoyed it, the opening was great intense action, great visuals and they did something that no previous Indy film has ever did before. It was the set up for the plot of the film.

Look The one reason those original Indiana Jones films are so great that everyone was in their prime. But that was 42 years ago and Harrison Ford is 80. So things were different.

Overall as long as you can accept the fact time changes things. You will enjoy the film, I even thought that twist triple twist at the end of the film was great.

I also agree with Harrison as this being the perfect film to say Goodbye to Indiana Jones. I am not saying he dies in the film, it does have a happy and very satisfyingly ending. But after a long adventure it’s time to hang up your hat

The way they explain a few things you get one of those Oooo moments.

On my own scale of 1 to 10 I give Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny a very solid 8.4 out of 10

Saw Guardians 3, and holy cow what a ride. No spoilers here this film will not disappoint you, it is a wild ride that you will love from start to finish. Also PLEASE stick around for the ending credits. 2 HUGE surprises that you will hate missing.

What can I say I have been a fan since the 1st film, and loved every single one. But this 3rd one, the best of all. Hell the main reason this review is here is we get to learn Rocket’s backstory and you will love him even more.

A very solid 10/10

You know a film is good when no one gets up in the middle of it. That is what happened here.

Turning Red have gotten reviews so far that either praise the film or bash it… so where does mind fit in? Somewhere the the middle.

Turning Red is a very enjoyable film, for a while I felt like red panda hairs were on me some how. I really enjoyed how the character Meilin “Mei” Lee interacted with her friends and family. Oh what a family, without going into spoilers they play a big part in this film and Meilin “Mei” Lee’s grandma is a big part of that. So is discovering who you really are.

I will go on record that it is no Zootopia. But I did enjoy Turning Red. That’s why I said I am in the middle. I can recommend it and give it a 7 out of 10. Old or young as long as you enjoy animated films you will love Turning Red.

The House is an animated film that it is said to be both a “Mind Bender”, and a “Thriller”. In my opinion it’s both and then some. First I should explain The House is divided in to 3 segments #1 features humans in a horror/ thriller involving a crazed builder and a mad man as well as a family. This is without a doubt the creepiest thing I ever seen, and all you want to see is the kids getting out alive.

The #2 features a anthro mouse who happens to be a house flipper. The only thing I can say it plays on people’s fear of bugs. Which it is better than any other horror film period. I swear you will be left checking your own place for bugs.

The final segment #3 features anthro cats, and to me was a thankful break. The setting is the same home, a woman who is fighting a massive flood. Tenants who aren’t paying rent, but are her good friends… and a no joke Zen Carpenter and the way the film ends. You can see I am not giving any spoilers here… will make you smile.

My overall score is a very solid 9 out of 10

After being asked several times in furson asked my opinion here is my review

You seen the trailer so I don’t have to go over the plot. Okay I admit what some say is quite true. This film isn’t as good as the earlier films… BUT!!!

It does one thing right, IT’S FUN!!!

It takes every plot point and builds up to this, I admit I loved seeing Frankenstein, The Werewolf, The Mummy, and The Invisible Man in their human form was great. Even the gag about The Invisible Man being naked all this time. They just react to what we have been thinking all this time.

The ending is the ending, we knew the Hotel Transylvania series had to end at some point. But if you look at it this way. This is far better than that last Shrek film.

Have fun, give it a try

The basic plot of Dune could be shorten to Noble family movies to desert planet to mine “Spice”. Only to get double crossed by their Emperor and wiped out save for 2. If you want spoilers there it is, but if you are curious why you might see this film. Tons of action, many, many die, epic as there is no other word for it.

I know that there are more complete reviews that go into detail.

But I will give you one thing they don’t say. That this is the best version of Dune I have ever seen, and if you like “EPIC” tales you should really check it out.

I will admit I heard some not so good reviews on this film. But decided to watch it anyway and I was blown away. A story line just as deep as in The Last Airbender TV series, enough visuals that I swear it would take repeated viewing just to absorb it all. With an ending frankly I never saw coming.

Raya and The Last Dragon is worth watching you will find a great story, with enough of a mix that the film will draw you in, and your scared to take your eyes off the screen. Because you are scared you will miss something. I found when I had to get up I had to pause the film, just so I wouldn’t miss something. Which frankly was a lot, and I still am not sure when I wrote this, did I see hints at other Disney films.

In short this film is fantastic and I give it my highest recommendation easily a very solid 10.

I am delighted to say Flora and Ulysses is just as great as it looks. In this film you have an animal control officer who is obsessed with squirrels, a completely mad cat, and so many truly wonderful characters that I find it impossible just to name one. Everyone was great, and so was Ulysses. Like Rocket Raccoon you will love that squirrel, there character is truly wonderful, a cross some where between Superman and a lovable pet.

Ulysses changes an entire family from divorcing to everyone is back together as one. What can I say I love this film!!!

If you don’t have Disney Plus right now, find someone that has it and see this film… NOW