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First movie i seen this year was Last Year's AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER.
I came in expecting to hate this but I really enjoyed it. it's fun, it's got interesting and good characters and it's a delight for the eyes. Easily a good movie.
Already ready to forget about it, though.
8/10
Another trans formers movie.
I liked it better than i thought i would. it's got a decent plot, Optimus Prime starts off really angry and shitty then becomes a leader again. the leads were charismatic and it felt like a nice adventure.
Kinda sad that Cheetor and Rhinox had, like, a line each. and no Rattrap. That said, it felt like this one had a pared down cast compared to the Labeoufian and wahlbergian ones (i missed Bumblebee). I appreciated that. It's a lot less confusing.
Also I love Arcee. She's trans, and she's strong, and she's my friend.
Extra note: The pre-credits reveal made me groan and the little brother was talking about beating Bowser on the gameboy, but both Mario games on the gameboy have Mario face Tatanga and Wario respectively.
7/10
A very interesting movie. I'm not sure what to make of it, but i did enjoy it a lot, it's fresh, it's funny, it's unique... all in the best way.
i don't know Wes Anderson very well but this? This I liked. between the framing device, the surreal aesthetic and the fact that the movie sticks to itself so much... It's just real good. one of the standout movies i've seen this year.
9/10
