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Recently, I realized through Facebook that a new film in the famous "Jump Street" franchise, known as "Comando Especial" in Latin America, has just been announced. The duo of undercover agents and best friends became incredibly popular back in the day, creating one of the best movie duos of the 2010s, a time when comedy was everywhere and it seemed like any film in this format was destined for success. So today I want to tell you about this duo of films, which might inspire you to revisit them or help us get up to speed for the third installment of this wonderful franchise.
Recientemente, me di cuenta a través de Facebook de que se acaba de anunciar, por fortuna, una nueva película de la famosa franquicia "Jump Street" o "Comando Especial" en Latinoamérica. El dúo de agentes infiltrados y mejores amigos que se volvieron superfamosos en su momento, trayendo uno de los mejores dúos de películas por allá en la década del 2010, cuando veíamos muchísima comedia en el cine y donde parecía que cualquier película con este formato prometía éxito. Por eso hoy te quiero contar sobre este dúo de películas que quizás te motiven a verlas de nuevo o para que nos vayamos poniendo al día para la tercera entrega de esta maravillosa franquicia.
This film follows the lives of Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum), a pair of misfits who, amidst a series of failures, decide to join the police force, discovering that they complement each other perfectly. Knowing they make an incredible duo, they decide to stick together, supporting each other through thick and thin, while working as undercover cops. In the first film, they use their youthful appearances to infiltrate a high school and investigate a smuggling ring operating within it. While posing as students, they deliver some of their best scenes and a deeply palpable friendship.
Esta película sigue la vida de Schmidt (Jonah Hill) y Jenko (Channing Tatum), un par de inadaptados que, entre fracasos, deciden enlistarse en la policía, descubriendo que uno completa al otro. Como ellos saben que hacen un increíble dúo, deciden estar juntos apoyándose en todo, mientras trabajan como policías encubiertos. En la primera película, estas sus apariencias juveniles para infiltrarse en una preparatoria y así seguir una red de contrabando que hay en una secundaria. Mientras se hacen pasar por estudiantes, estos nos regalan de sus mejores escenas y una amistad altamente palpable.
The second film sees the duo return with a new mission. Struggling with existential issues and doubts, they infiltrate another institution, this time a university, investigating a new drug case. While the technique remains somewhat similar, the environment differs. Although it's an educational setting, it's populated by a different kind of people, and they realize it's a more challenging environment. This film shows how their relationship has become routine, driving them apart, but, through a beautifully crafted storyline, they manage to maintain the unique friendship that defines them.
La segunda película vuelve a mostrarnos al dúo con una nueva misión. Estos, con algunos problemas existenciales y con algunas dudas, ahora vuelven a infiltrarse, pero ahora en una universidad por un nuevo caso de drogas. Lo que sigue un poco la técnica, pero se diferencia en el entorno, que, si bien es un sitio educativo, hay otro tipo de personas allí y notan que de verdad es un entorno un poco más difícil. Esta película nos muestra cómo su relación se ha vuelto rutinaria y eso los está separando, pero, obviamente, con un hermoso desarrollo de la historia, nos muestran cómo estos aún siguen adelante con aquella amistad única que los caracteriza.
I don't know if I'm the only one, but I've watched this movie so many times, like it's a cult classic. Back then, we didn't have internet at home to watch things, and going to the movies seemed limited. We had the CDs with these films, and watching them was never boring or repetitive. In fact, about a month or two ago, I watched the second movie again, and that's when I realized how much you forget, especially such epic scenes as those in these films. My favorite of all is when the truck exploded—such an absurd moment that it became a unique memory from the first time I saw it.
Yo no sé si seré la única, pero he repetido muchas veces esta película, como si fuera de culto. Anteriormente, recuerdo que en casa no había internet para ver cosas e ir al cine parecía algo limitado, y recuerdo que teníamos los CDs con estas películas y verlas jamás fue aburrido, ni se sintió repetitivo. De hecho, hace como uno o dos meses, vi la segunda película de nuevo, y así me di cuenta de que uno olvida muchas cosas, en especial escenas tan épicas como las que estas películas tienen. Mi favorita de todas es cuando el camión explotó, un momento tan absurdo que se volvió un recuerdo único desde la primera vez que la vi.
It doesn't matter that almost 15 years have passed; I consider the return of this pair epic. It will be a true pleasure to see them back on the big screen, so I'm extremely eager for them to return and surprise us again with their antics and epic performances that stay with us forever. Obviously, I hope Ice Cube returns, as it's important that he's in this film; otherwise, with high expectations, I hope they surprise us once again.
No importa que ya hayan pasado casi 15 años; el regreso de este par lo considero épico. Será un verdadero placer verlos de vuelta en la pantalla grande, por lo que espero sumamente ansiosa que lleguen de nuevo para sorprendernos con sus ocurrencias y actuaciones épicas que se quedan en nuestros recuerdos. Obviamente, espero que regrese Ice Cube, ya que es importante que su presencia vuelva en esta película; de resto, con muchas expectativas, espero que nos vuelvan a sorprender.
These movies are available on Prime Video here in Colombia, but availability may vary in your country. I hope this encourages you to rewatch these films and catch up with the best duo in contemporary comedy.
Estas películas están disponibles en Prime Video aquí en Colombia, pero en tu país podría variar. Espero esto te anime a volver a ver estas películas y ponerte al día con el mejor dúo de la comedia contemporánea.
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Hay películas que se te quedan pegadas al cuerpo no por lo que cuentan, sino por lo que remueven sin pedir permiso. Llegué a Dulce Noviembre sin más referencias que un par de fotogramas en una revista vieja. La vi en el cine, de esas veces que entras con el ánimo ligero y sales con el pecho lleno de preguntas. Charlize Theron y Keanu Reeves, bajo la dirección de Pat O’Connor, me regalaron un drama que no necesita golpes bajos para hablarte de frente sobre la vida.
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Lo que más me impresionó, y lo digo sin exagerar, fue ese deseo furioso de vivir cuando la muerte ya ha firmado su contrato. Sara, el personaje de Theron, no se presenta como una víctima. El guión evita el melodrama fácil y construye a una mujer que decide hacer de sus últimos meses un acto de amor propio y generosidad. Ella toma las riendas, elige a quién ayudar y cómo exprimir cada amanecer. Y ahí es donde la historia golpea sin hacer ruido: no es un adiós triste, es una celebración consciente de lo efímero.
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La ambientación en San Francisco envuelve la trama con esa luz neblinosa y esos barrios que parecen detenidos en otoño. La fotografía acompaña la intimidad de los personajes sin estridencias, dejando que los silencios hablen más que los diálogos. Reeves interpreta a un publicista adicto al trabajo, un hombre de corbata y prisas, que se topa con Sara y su propuesta absurda: vivir juntos un mes, sin ataduras, para que él aprenda a saborear lo que ha estado ignorando. La química entre ambos es creíble, sostenida más en miradas y gestos contenidos que en grandes declaraciones.
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¿Qué me dejó? Esa certeza extraña de que a veces las personas más llenas de vida son las que tienen los días contados. No hubo quejas. Salí del cine impresionado, con un nudo cálido en la garganta y unas ganas inmensas de abrazar a los míos, de mirar el cielo sin prisa, de agradecer el simple hecho de respirar. Le doy un 8 sobre 10, porque no busca la perfección técnica, sino que alcanza algo más difícil: instalarse en la memoria con la suavidad de un soplo.
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Valora las pequeñas cosas que pasan desapercibidas quizás después… después no existen.
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Sometimes, November tastes sweet
There are movies that stick with you not because of what they tell you, but because of what they stir up without asking permission. I came to *Sweet November* with nothing more than a couple of stills from an old magazine to go on. I saw it in the theater—one of those times when you walk in feeling lighthearted and walk out with your mind full of questions. Charlize Theron and Keanu Reeves, under the direction of Pat O’Connor, gave me a drama that doesn’t need cheap tricks to speak to you head-on about life.
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What impressed me most—and I say this without exaggeration—was that fierce desire to live when death has already signed her contract. Sara, Theron’s character, isn’t portrayed as a victim. The screenplay avoids easy melodrama and portrays a woman who decides to turn her final months into an act of self-love and generosity. She takes the reins, chooses whom to help, and decides how to make the most of every dawn. And that’s where the story strikes silently: it’s not a sad farewell, but a conscious celebration of the fleeting nature of life.
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The San Francisco setting envelops the plot in that misty light and those neighborhoods that seem frozen in autumn. The cinematography subtly captures the characters’ intimacy, letting the silences speak louder than the dialogue. Reeves plays a workaholic advertising executive—a man in a suit and tie who’s always in a hurry—who stumbles upon Sara and her absurd proposal: to live together for a month, with no strings attached, so he can learn to savor what he’s been overlooking. The chemistry between them is believable, sustained more by subtle glances and gestures than by grand declarations.
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What did it leave me with? That strange certainty that sometimes the people most full of life are the ones whose days are numbered. There were no complaints. I left the theater deeply moved, with a warm lump in my throat and an overwhelming urge to hug my loved ones, to gaze at the sky without rushing, to be grateful for the simple act of breathing. I give it an 8 out of 10, because it doesn’t strive for technical perfection, but rather achieves something more difficult: settling into one’s memory with the gentleness of a breath.
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Appreciate the little things that might go unnoticed—because later… they’ll be gone.
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**Synopsis**: *When the paths of a “peculiar” university Philosophy professor (who struggles with existential crises) and a student eager for his intellectual knowledge cross, neither of them expects to experience something so intense and filled with far from pleasant surprises*.
They say love is a more complicated feeling than any other. However, I wonder whether what is truly complicated is the feeling itself or the actions set in motion by those struck by Cupid’s arrow. Here is a movie that captures these perspectives well, and although it is not particularly effective in developing its narrative, it is - *on the other hand* - provocative enough to make us reflect on everything laid out within an introspective drama. The dialogue is quick and direct... But the same can’t be said of the consequences that follow.
**Joaquin Phoenix** plays Abe Lucas, a renowned university professor who teaches Philosophy. Going through severe existential crises, he decides to move to a small (and quiet) town in the American countryside in search of a fresh start. However, his reputation as a devoted intellectual quickly catches the attention of one student in particular because of his bold teaching methods: Jill Pollard (played by **Emma Stone**). What begins as simple admiration gradually becomes more than just an academic relationship. How far will this involvement go?
Close behind them, **Parker Posey** brings Rita Richards into the picture, portraying an unfaithful professor who intends to make Abe her regular lover (or perhaps even more than that, considering how unhappy she is in her own marriage). The screenplay uses these two parallel storylines to create a rather “acidic” drama, exploring morality and ethics through the complex layers of Philosophy, while adding intriguing narrative elements that give the plot a more challenging edge. Amid a search for self-discovery and new experiences, something much darker begins to emerge.
After overhearing a random conversation in a diner, Abe and Jill begin to “rationalise” that the world would be a better place without the existence of certain people. In fact, that is true. However, how far would you be willing to go to “cleanse” society of those considered to be “weeds”? Abe becomes obsessed with committing murder, claiming to have plausible and acceptable reasons for doing so. From that point on, events become increasingly divergent, leading to a genuine “boiling over” of highly questionable emotions.
The central dilemma here is whether or not to accept a premeditated murder, highlighting a cruel act of selfishness and the consequences that such an action can certainly have (both directly and indirectly) on the lives of several people. There is room for many other discussions (the familiar “romance” between professor and student, infidelity, manipulation, psychological dilemmas, and murder; just to name a few), but it is the way Abe, Jill and Rita respond to all of this that keeps the movie standing, always maintaining its appeal.
Thinking that there is absolutely no one who is entirely innocent in this story (with the exception of Jill’s own boyfriend, who ends up being betrayed because of his almost platonic devotion to the woman he loves) leaves me with a strong dislike for a group of characters in which everyone deserved, at the very least, a “bittersweet” ending. Phoenix, who does not deliver one of his finest performances here, is highly methodical in building his character (in a way that feels uninteresting for most of the runtime)... Meanwhile, Stone is functionally charismatic, but forced.
Unexpectedly, the biggest surprise in the cast is Posey, who arrives with a character who thinks and acts “outside the box”, creating a kind of “counterpoint” within a screenplay that at times seems too “fragile” and not bold enough to deal with its own foundations. Even with limited screen time, what she does changes the course of the narrative in a definitive way. The way the screenplay turns her into a source of “comic relief” with touches of dark humour is highly effective. The chemistry among the cast is genuinely there, but everything works better in the more self-contained narrative threads.
Written and directed by **Woody Allen** (who does not deliver his best work here, but is nevertheless competent in what can still be considered a movie of solid quality, albeit an uneven one), ***Irrational Man*** does not offer a particularly complex approach (even though its philosophical elements insist on fuelling something deeper and more reflective) to the weight of its central premise. Even so, it delivers a curiously “intricate” movie at its core, culminating in a chaotic conclusion with an atmosphere that strongly recalls **Alfred Hitchcock**’s style of storytelling.
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CRÍTICA DE PELÍCULA: “Irrational Man” (2015)
**Sinopsis**: *Cuando los caminos de un “peculiar” profesor universitario de Filosofía (que sufre crisis existenciales) y una alumna ávida de su conocimiento intelectual se cruzan, ninguno de los dos esperaba vivir algo tan intenso y lleno de sorpresas nada agradables*.
Dicen que el amor es un sentimiento más complicado que cualquier otro. Sin embargo, me pregunto si lo que realmente es complicado es el sentimiento o las acciones que son desencadenadas por quien es alcanzado por la flecha de Cupido. He aquí una película que plasma bien esas perspectivas y, aunque no sea muy eficiente en la profundidad de su narrativa, resulta - *en contrapartida* - lo suficientemente provocadora como para hacernos reflexionar sobre todo lo que se pone sobre la mesa dentro de un drama introspectivo. El diálogo es rápido y directo... Pero no puede decirse lo mismo de las consecuencias que se presentan.
**Joaquin Phoenix** interpreta a Abe Lucas, un prestigioso profesor universitario que enseña Filosofía. Viviendo fuertes crisis existenciales, decidió mudarse a una pequeña (y tranquila) ciudad del interior de Estados Unidos en busca de nuevos aires. Sin embargo, su fama de intelectual empedernido llama rápidamente la atención de una alumna en particular debido a sus métodos de enseñanza audaces: Jill Pollard (interpretada por **Emma Stone**). Lo que al principio era una simple admiración acaba convirtiéndose en algo más que compromisos académicos. ¿Hasta dónde llegaría esa relación?
Siguiéndoles de cerca, **Parker Posey** incorpora a Rita Richards al tablero, interpretando a una profesora infiel que pretende convertir a Abe en su amante fijo (o incluso en algo más que eso, considerando lo infeliz que es en su propio matrimonio). El guion trabaja con estas dos líneas argumentales para crear un drama bastante “ácido”, que involucra la moral y la ética dentro de las complejas capas de la Filosofía, añadiendo elementos narrativos intrigantes que le dan a la trama un tono más desafiante. En medio de una búsqueda de autoconocimiento y nuevas experiencias, algo muy oscuro comenzará a emerger.
Después de presenciar una conversación casual en una cafetería, Abe y Jill empiezan a “racionalizar” que el mundo sería un lugar mejor sin la existencia de ciertas personas. De hecho, eso es cierto. Sin embargo, ¿hasta dónde serías capaz de llegar para “limpiar” la sociedad de quienes son considerados “malas hierbas”? Abe se obsesiona con cometer un asesinato, alegando tener razones plausibles y aceptables para hacerlo. A partir de ese momento, los acontecimientos se vuelven cada vez más divergentes, provocando una auténtica “ebullición” de sentimientos realmente cuestionables.
El punto culminante del dilema aquí es aceptar (o no) un asesinato cometido de manera premeditada, poniendo en evidencia un cruel episodio de egoísmo sobre cuáles serían las consecuencias que toda esa acción puede causar (de forma directa e indirecta) en la vida de varias personas. Hay espacio para muchas otras discusiones (el viejo “romance” entre profesor y alumna, la infidelidad, la manipulación, los dilemas psicológicos y los asesinatos; solo por mencionar algunos ejemplos), pero es la manera en que Abe, Jill y Rita reaccionan ante todo ello lo que mantiene en pie la trama de la película y la hace siempre atractiva.
Pensar que no existe absolutamente nadie completamente inocente dentro de esta historia (con la excepción del novio de la propia Jill, que termina siendo traicionado por una pasión casi platónica de su amada) hace que sienta una antipatía muy marcada hacia un grupo de personajes en el que todos merecían un desenlace, como mínimo, “agridulce”. Phoenix, que aquí no ofrece una de sus mejores interpretaciones, es muy sistemático en la construcción de su personaje (de una manera poco interesante la mayor parte del tiempo)... Mientras que Stone resulta funcionalmente carismática, pero forzada.
Inesperadamente, la gran sorpresa del reparto fue la presencia de Posey, que llega con un personaje que piensa y actúa “fuera de lo común”, creando una especie de “contrapunto” dentro de este guion (que a veces parece ser demasiado “frágil” y poco audaz para lidiar con sus propios cimientos). A pesar de tener poco tiempo en pantalla, lo que hace cambia el rumbo de la narrativa de manera definitiva. La forma en que el guion la convierte en un “alivio cómico” con toques de humor negro es muy eficiente. La química entre el reparto realmente existe, pero todo funciona mejor con narrativas más contenidas.
Escrita y dirigida por **Woody Allen** (que aquí no realiza su mejor trabajo, pero aun así demuestra competencia en lo que puede considerarse una película de sólida calidad, aunque irregular), ***Irrational Man*** no presenta un enfoque complejo (aunque los elementos filosóficos insistan en alimentar algo más intenso y reflexivo) sobre el peso de su argumento principal, pero ofrece una producción curiosamente “intrincada” en su esencia, además de una conclusión caótica con una atmósfera que recuerda mucho al estilo de **Alfred Hitchcock** para contar historias.
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CRÍTICA DE FILME: “Homem Irracional” (2015)
**Sinopse**: *Quando os caminhos de um “peculiar” professor universitário de Filosofia (que sofre com crises existenciais) e uma aluna ávida por seu conhecimento intelectual se cruzam, nenhum deles esperava viver algo tão intenso e repleto de surpresas nada agradáveis*.
Dizem que o amor é um sentimento mais complicado do que qualquer outro. No entanto, eu me pergunto se o que é mesmo complicado é o sentimento ou as ações que são desencadeadas por quem é atingido pela flecha do cupido. Eis aqui um filme que molda bem essas perspectivas, e embora não seja muito eficiente no seu aprofundamento narrativo, é - *em contrapartida* - provocante o suficiente para nos fazer refletir sobre tudo o que é colocado sobre à mesa dentro de um drama introspectivo. O diálogo é rápido e direto... Mas o mesmo não pode ser dito das consequências presentes.
**Joaquin Phoenix** interpreta Abe Lucas, um professor universitário de renome e que leciona Filosofia. Vivenciando fortes crises existenciais, ele decidiu se mudar para uma pequena (e pacata) cidade no interior dos Estados Unidos em busca de novos ares. No entanto, sua fama de intelectual inveterado rapidamente chama a atenção de uma aluna em especial por causa dos seus métodos arrojados de ensino: Jill Pollard (interpretada por **Emma Stone**). O que era apenas simples admiração, acaba se tornando então mais do que apenas compromissos acadêmicos. Até onde iria esse envolvimento?
No encalço deles, **Parker Posey** traz Rita Richards para o tabuleiro, interpretando uma professora infiel e que pretende fazer de Abe o seu amante fixo (ou até mais do que isso, considerando o quanto ela é infeliz no seu próprio casamento). O roteiro lida com essas duas linhas de frente para criar um drama um tanto quanto “ácido”, envolvendo moral e ética dentro de camadas complexas da Filosofia, acrescentando elementos narrativos instigantes que dão a trama um toque mais desafiador. Em meio a uma busca por autoconhecimento e as novas experiências, algo muito obscuro vai emergir.
Depois de presenciarem uma conversa aleatória em uma lanchonete, Abe e Jill começam a “racionalizar” que o mundo se tornaria melhor sem a existência de algumas pessoas. De fato, isso é verdade. No entanto, até onde você seria capaz de ir para “limpar” a sociedade das pessoas que são consideradas como “ervas daninhas”? Abe se torna obcecado por cometer um assassinato, alegando ter razões plausíveis e aceitáveis para fazer isso. A partir daí, os acontecimentos vão se tornando cada vez mais divergentes, fazendo com que haja uma “ebulição” de sentimentos realmente contestáveis.
O ápice do dilema aqui é aceitar (ou não) um assassinato sendo cometido de uma maneira premeditada, evidenciando um cruel episódio de egoísmo sobre quais seriam os desdobramentos que toda essa ação certamente pode causar (de maneiras diretas e indiretas) na vida de algumas pessoas. Há espaço para muitas outras discussões (o velho “romance” entre professor e aluna, infidelidade, manipulação, dilemas psicológicos e assassinatos; apena para mencionar alguns exemplos), mas é como Abe, Jill e Rita reagem a tudo isso que mantém a trama do filme de pé, e sempre sendo atrativa.
Pensar que não existe absolutamente ninguém totalmente inocente dentro dessa história (com exceção do namorado da própria Jill, que acaba sendo traído por uma paixão quase platônica pela sua amada) me faz ter uma antipatia muito acentuada por um grupo de personagens onde todo mundo merecia ter um desfecho no mínimo “agridoce”. Phoenix, que não entrega uma de suas melhores performances aqui, é muito sistemático na construção do seu personagem (de uma maneira desinteressante na maior parte do tempo)... Enquanto Stone, é funcionalmente carismática, mas forçada.
Inesperadamente, a grande surpresa no elenco foi a presença da Posey, que chega com uma personagem que pensa e age “fora da caixa”, criando uma espécie de “contraponto” dentro desse roteiro (que às vezes parece ser “frágil” demais e pouco ousado para lidar com os seus próprios alicerces). Mesmo tendo pouco tempo tela, o que ela faz muda o jogo da narrativa de um jeito definitivo. O modo como o roteiro faz ela ser um “alívio cômico” com pitadas de humor negro é muito eficiente. A química no elenco realmente existe, mas tudo funciona melhor com narrativas mais encapsuladas.
Escrito e dirigido por **Woody Allen** (que aqui não faz o seu melhor trabalho, mas ainda sim, é competente no que pode ser considerado como um filme de qualidade robusta, ainda que oscilante), Homem Irracional não traz uma abordagem complexa (ainda que os elementos filosóficos insistam em alimentar algo mais intenso e reflexivo) sobre o peso do que carrega como argumento principal, mas entrega uma produção curiosamente “intricada” na sua essência, e que ainda faz uso de uma conclusão caótica com uma atmosfera que lembra muito o estilo de **Alfred Hitchcock** de contar histórias.
Saludos, en esta oportunidad les comparto la reseña sobre la película Hasta el último hombre al leer este nombre podría sonar aburrido o poco interesante, pero la verdad son 2 horas que valen la pena, esta película basada en hechos reales, publicada en el año 2016 y dirigida por Mel Gibson. La película narra los hechos de la Batalla de Okinawa en la segunda guerra mundial año 1971.
Greetings! Today I am sharing a review of the movie Hacksaw Ridge. The title might sound a bit dull or uninteresting, but it is truly two hours well spent. Released in 2016 and directed by Mel Gibson, this film is based on true events. It depicts the events of the Battle of Okinawa during World War II.
Desmond Doss es un joven adventista, que desde pequeño ha mantenido sus valores éticos y morales, es tímido, reservado y encuentra el amor junto a una enfermera que conoce en el hospital mientras llevaba a un herido. Pero no todo podía ser felicidad, el decide inscribirse en el ejército para ejercer su función como médico y ayudar a los heridos mientras se encuentran en la guerra. Su padre le advirtió que no sería fácil y que posiblemente no sobreviviría.
Desmond Doss is a young Adventist who has upheld his ethical and moral values since childhood; he is shy and reserved, and finds love with a nurse he meets at the hospital while bringing in an injured person. However, it could not all be happiness; he decides to enlist in the army to serve as a medic and help the wounded during the war. His father warned him that it would not be easy and that he might not survive.
En el campamento pasa por muchas situaciones que me decepcionaron ya que muchos de los soldados, sargentos, y capitán lo señalaron como débil, no se debería hacer juicios de una persona por simplemente su apariencia física. Sumándole que desde el primer momento se negó totalmente a utilizar y disparar el armamento, situación que generó disgusto ya que para ellos él estaba desobedeciendo las órdenes. Pero siempre se mantuvo firme a sus principios y su religión que no le permitía matar.
At the camp, he went through many disappointing situations, as many of the soldiers, sergeants, and the captain labeled him as weak. One shouldn't judge a person based solely on their physical appearance. Furthermore, from the very beginning, he completely refused to use or fire any weapons, a situation that generated displeasure since they perceived him as disobeying orders. But he always remained true to his principles and his religion, which forbade him from killing.
Durante la película de pueden ver escenas sangrientas, no hay tiempo de nada, sobreviven los que pueden, Desmond contribuyó como médico salvando a varios de sus compañeros, llevó su biblia con él y pidió a Dios que mostrara el camino para salvar uno más. Esta película nos muestra que muchas veces podemos equivocarnos al señalar a una persona haciéndolo menos ya sea por su religión, apariencia, si tienen la oportunidad de verla háganlo, una de las mejores películas que he visto, es conmovedora. Gracias a Desmond muchos de sus compañeros pudieron salvarse, nuevamente una mezcla de ciencia, fé y fuerza.
Throughout the film, you'll see bloody scenes; there's no time for anything. Only those who can survive are spared. Desmond contributed as a medic, saving several of his comrades. He carried his Bible with him and prayed to God to show him the way to save one more. This film shows us that we can often be wrong to judge someone, diminishing them because of their religion or appearance. If you have the chance to see it, do so; it's one of the best films I've ever seen—it's deeply moving. Thanks to Desmond, many of his comrades were able to survive, once again a blend of science, faith, and strength.
Buenas, buenas, comunidad de Scrobble.life. Hoy les traigo esta película súper divertida, pero también llena de sangre, peleas y muchas groserías.
No suelo ver mucho este tipo de películas, pero esta me llamó la atención porque aparecen buenos actores y, además, sus protagonistas son personas comunes que deciden convertirse en superhéroes, aunque no tengan poderes especiales ni grandes recursos para defender a los demás.
¡Comencemos!
RESUMEN
Todo empieza con Dave Lizewski, un adolescente común y fanático de los cómics de superhéroes. Aburrido de su vida cotidiana, se pregunta por qué nadie intenta convertirse en un héroe de verdad, así que decide comprar un traje por internet y comenzar a patrullar las calles.
Sin embargo, rápidamente descubre que la vida de un superhéroe no es como en los cómics y, durante su primer intento de enfrentarse a unos delincuentes, termina gravemente herido y en el hospital.
A pesar de esto, Dave no se rinde. En otra ocasión intenta defender a un joven que estaba siendo golpeado por un grupo de chicos. Alguien graba la pelea y publica el video en internet, convirtiéndolo en un fenómeno viral. Así nace Kick-Ass, un nuevo supuesto superhéroe que comienza a ganar popularidad.
Pero Dave no es el único que lucha contra el crimen. En la ciudad también están Big Daddy y Hit-Girl, un padre y su hija que combaten a los delincuentes de una manera mucho más violenta. Mientras tanto, Frank D'Amico, un poderoso jefe de la mafia, intenta descubrir quién está atacando a sus hombres.
Su hijo Chris decide convertirse en Red Mist para acercarse a Kick-Ass y descubrir su verdadera identidad. Después de ganarse su confianza, intenta utilizarlo para encontrar a Big Daddy y Hit-Girl, quienes son los verdaderos responsables de los ataques contra la organización de su padre.
Finalmente, Big Daddy y Kick-Ass caen en una trampa y son capturados por los hombres de Frank. Mientras ambos son torturados, Hit-Girl aparece para rescatar a su padre y comienza una impresionante pelea contra los criminales. Sin embargo, Big Daddy queda gravemente herido y termina muriendo.
Después de perder a su padre, Hit-Girl decide vengarse de Frank D'Amico. Junto con Kick-Ass, prepara un plan para entrar en el edificio de la mafia y enfrentarse a todos sus hombres. Allí comienzan una serie de peleas llenas de acción y violencia.
Finalmente, Kick-Ass y Hit-Girl consiguen llegar hasta Frank y Chris. Kick-Ass utiliza un jetpack y una bazuca para acabar con Frank, mientras que Chris logra sobrevivir.
Después de todo lo ocurrido, Dave y Mindy finalmente conocen sus verdaderas identidades y se convierten en amigos. La organización criminal de Frank queda destruida, pero Chris, ahora convertido en el nuevo líder de la mafia, promete vengarse de Kick-Ass.
Fuente
Así termina esta primera historia, dejando claro que convertirse en un superhéroe no es tan sencillo como ponerse un traje, especialmente cuando no tienes superpoderes y tus enemigos son criminales de verdad.
TRÁILER OFICIAL
OPINIÓN PERSONAL
Realmente es una película súper emocionante, con bastantes peleas, sangre y groserías.
Se las aconsejo si les gustan este tipo de películas de acción mezcladas con comedia. Eso sí, tiene bastantes imágenes fuertes y escenas violentas, así que deben tenerlo en cuenta. Además, está basada en el cómic del mismo nombre.
Algo que me gusta de la película es que hace referencia a los héroes de DC y a los cómics de superhéroes en general. Sin embargo, Kick-Ass fue publicado por Marvel Comics, aunque no pertenece al Universo Marvel. La historia tiene su propio universo y sus personajes.
En fin, algo que llama mucho la atención es que los héroes de esta película no tienen superpoderes. Son personas comunes que decidieron convertirse en superhéroes para defender una causa.
Fuente
Por ejemplo, Big Daddy era un ex policía que, después de vivir situaciones de injusticia y perder a su familia, decidió combatir el crimen por su cuenta. Él creía que, si la justicia no podía hacer nada, entonces debía hacerlo él mismo.
En el caso de Kick-Ass, si bien al principio empezó todo porque estaba aburrido con su vida y quería experimentar algo diferente, poco a poco terminó encontrando un verdadero sentido en proteger a los demás.
Ambos trabajaron desde sus posibilidades, ejercitándose, practicando y aprendiendo para convertirse en mejores héroes. Sin embargo, cada uno tomó caminos muy diferentes para conseguirlo.
Otra cosa que me llamó mucho la atención es la relación entre Big Daddy y Hit-Girl. Damon entrenó a Mindy desde que era muy pequeña para pelear y utilizar armas. Uno de los amigos policías de su padre incluso le dice que él le robó su infancia, y creo que, en cierta forma, tiene razón.
Fuente
Mindy no creció como una niña normal. Desde pequeña estuvo expuesta a situaciones extremadamente violentas y tuvo que enfrentarse a cosas que incluso muchos adultos no podrían soportar. Por eso también tuvo que madurar demasiado rápido.
Creo que su padre veía todo esto como un mal necesario y pensaba que lo hacía por un bien mayor. Sin embargo, aunque quería protegerla y vengar a su familia, también terminó convirtiendo su infancia en algo completamente diferente.
Afortunadamente, después de la muerte de su padre, Mindy no quedó completamente sola. Dave se convirtió en su amigo y, además, ella quedó bajo el cuidado del antiguo compañero de policía de su padre.
Fuente
Ahora hablando de Dave, algo que suele pasar con los superhéroes es que antes de convertirse en héroes eran personas comunes, poco populares y sin muchas cosas interesantes en su vida. Cuando se ponen el traje, todo cambia y comienzan a llamar la atención.
A pesar de que Dave empezó todo esto buscando un poco de emoción en su vida, terminó descubriendo que podía utilizar sus acciones para ayudar a otras personas. Y vaya que tuvo que pagar un precio bastante alto: recibió muchísimos golpes, terminó en el hospital y puso su vida en peligro varias veces.
Pero, aun así, no se dejó intimidar y continuó luchando.
Por último, hablando de Chris, creo que es un personaje bastante interesante porque, aunque al principio solo quería ayudar a su padre y demostrarle que podía ser útil, terminó causando muchos más problemas.
Chris era un chico bastante mimado y presumido, y su deseo de demostrarle algo a su padre lo llevó a tomar decisiones muy malas. Por su culpa, Big Daddy terminó muriendo y la situación se volvió todavía más peligrosa.
Fuente
Entiendo que quisiera agradarle a su padre y formar parte de su mundo, pero creo que le faltó mucha más inteligencia para comprender las consecuencias de sus actos.
Bueno, esta vez traté de resumir un poco más la película porque creo que es mejor que ustedes la vean a detalle. Hay muchas escenas y situaciones que no incluí para que se animen a verla por ustedes mismos.
Así que recomiendo verla con amigos y, definitivamente, mejor sin niños, porque tiene bastantes escenas violentas, sangre y contenido para adultos.
Espero que les haya gustado y nos vemos en otro post.
ENGLISH VERSION
Kick-Ass (2010): Heroes, Blood, and Lots of Swearing | [ESP/ENG]
Hey there, Scrobble.life community. Today I’m bringing you this super-fun movie, but it’s also full of blood, fights, and lots of swearing.
I don’t usually watch many movies like this, but this one caught my attention because it features great actors, and the main characters are ordinary people who decide to become superheroes—even though they don’t have special powers or vast resources to defend others.
Let’s get started!
SYNOPSIS
It all starts with Dave Lizewski, an ordinary teenager and a huge fan of superhero comics. Bored with his everyday life, he wonders why no one tries to become a real hero, so he decides to buy a costume online and start patrolling the streets. However, he quickly discovers that the life of a superhero isn’t like it is in the comics, and during his first attempt to take on some criminals, he ends up seriously injured and in the hospital.
Despite this, Dave doesn’t give up. On another occasion, he tries to defend a young man who was being beaten up by a group of kids. Someone films the fight and posts the video online, turning it into a viral sensation. Thus, Kick-Ass is born—a new so-called superhero who begins to gain popularity.
But Dave isn't the only one fighting crime. The city is also home to Big Daddy and Hit-Girl, a father and daughter who take on criminals in a much more violent way. Meanwhile, Frank D'Amico, a powerful mob boss, tries to find out who is attacking his men.
His son Chris decides to become Red Mist to get close to Kick-Ass and uncover his true identity. After gaining his trust, he tries to use him to find Big Daddy and Hit-Girl, who are the ones truly responsible for the attacks on his father’s organization.
Eventually, Big Daddy and Kick-Ass fall into a trap and are captured by Frank’s men. While both are being tortured, Hit-Girl shows up to rescue her father and begins an impressive fight against the criminals. However, Big Daddy is seriously injured and eventually dies.
After losing her father, Hit-Girl decides to take revenge on Frank D’Amico. Together with Kick-Ass, she devises a plan to break into the mafia’s building and take on all of his men. There, they engage in a series of action-packed, violent fights.
Finally, Kick-Ass and Hit-Girl manage to reach Frank and Chris. Kick-Ass uses a jetpack and a bazooka to take down Frank, while Chris manages to survive.
After everything that happened, Dave and Mindy finally learn each other’s true identities and become friends. Frank’s criminal organization is destroyed, but Chris, now the new leader of the mafia, vows to take revenge on Kick-Ass.
That’s how this first story ends, making it clear that becoming a superhero isn’t as simple as putting on a costume—especially when you don’t have superpowers and your enemies are real criminals.
OFFICIAL TRAILER
PERSONAL OPINION
It really is a super-exciting movie, with plenty of fights, blood, and profanity.
I recommend it if you like this kind of action movie mixed with comedy. That said, it does have quite a few graphic images and violent scenes, so keep that in mind. It’s also based on the comic book of the same name.
One thing I like about the movie is that it references DC heroes and superhero comics in general. However, Kick-Ass was published by Marvel Comics, even though it isn’t part of the Marvel Universe. The story has its own universe and its own characters.
Anyway, one thing that really stands out is that the heroes in this movie don’t have superpowers. They’re ordinary people who decided to become superheroes to defend a cause.
For example, Big Daddy was a former police officer who, after experiencing injustice and losing his family, decided to fight crime on his own. He believed that if the justice system couldn't do anything, then he had to do it himself.
In Kick-Ass’s case, although it all started because he was bored with his life and wanted to try something different, he gradually came to find true meaning in protecting others.
Both did the best they could, training, practicing, and learning to become better heroes. However, each took very different paths to achieve this.
Another thing that really caught my attention is the relationship between Big Daddy and Hit-Girl. Damon trained Mindy from a very young age to fight and use weapons. One of her father’s police friends even tells him that he robbed her of her childhood, and I think, in a way, he’s right.
Mindy didn’t grow up like a normal girl. From a young age, she was exposed to extremely violent situations and had to face things that even many adults couldn’t handle. That’s also why she had to grow up way too fast.
I think her father saw all of this as a necessary evil and believed he was doing it for the greater good. However, even though he wanted to protect her and avenge her family, he also ended up turning her childhood into something completely different.
Fortunately, after her father’s death, Mindy wasn’t left completely alone. Dave became her friend, and she was also taken in by her father’s former police partner.
Speaking of Dave, something that often happens with superheroes is that before they became heroes, they were ordinary people—not very popular and without much of interest in their lives. When they put on the costume, everything changes, and they start to attract attention.
Even though Dave started all this looking for a little excitement in his life, he ended up discovering that he could use his actions to help other people. And boy, did he pay a high price: he took a lot of hits, ended up in the hospital, and put his life in danger several times.
But even so, he didn’t let himself be intimidated and kept fighting.
Finally, speaking of Chris, I think he’s a pretty interesting character because, although at first he just wanted to help his father and prove to him that he could be useful, he ended up causing a lot more problems.
Chris was a pretty spoiled and cocky kid, and his desire to prove something to his father led him to make some very bad decisions. Because of him, Big Daddy ended up dying, and the situation became even more dangerous.
I understand that he wanted to please his father and be a part of his world, but I think he lacked the intelligence to understand the consequences of his actions.
Well, this time I tried to summarize the movie a little more briefly because I think it’s better for you to watch it in detail. There are many scenes and situations I didn’t include so that you’ll be inspired to watch it for yourselves.
So I recommend watching it with friends—and definitely without kids—because it has quite a few violent scenes, blood, and adult content.
I hope you enjoyed it, and I’ll see you in another post.
For many, the original Ready or Not became a cult classic with its blend of horror, survival, and dark comedy. It serves as a sharp critique of the excesses of ultra-wealthy families who are willing to do literally anything. Who would have thought this movie would get a sequel? It was recently added to Hulu, and I just couldn't miss it.
The new film, Ready or Not Here I Come, picks up the story immediately where the first one left off. We see Grace (Samara Weaving) sitting on the mansion's grand staircase at dawn, right after every member of the family who tried to kill her violently exploded. Now, she's brought before the council of other families bound by the same pact, forced to survive until dawn once more—because if anyone manages to kill her, they'll inherit the seat presiding over this powerful cabal.
While the premise sounds identical to the first movie, there are a few key differences. First, if she survives, she actually gets to take the seat presiding over the council, thanks to marrying into and surviving the original family that tried to hunt her down. The second major difference is that she's now joined by her estranged sister, Faith (Kathryn Newton)—whom she hasn't seen in seven years—adding a whole new layer of emotional complexity to her survival and a great dynamic for viewers.
The movie is packed with the kind of dark humor and gore I haven't enjoyed in a while—I know it sounds weird since this kind of content isn't for everyone and few find it entertaining. But I was genuinely surprised by how hooked I stayed from start to finish. Even though I caught plenty of parallels to the first film, those minor tweaks gave this story its own distinct flavor. Watching a fractured sisterly bond heal in the middle of a life-or-death survival game is downright surreal.
I recommend watching with discretion; it’s heavy on gore and mature themes, definitely not a family movie. It’s strictly for people who appreciate dark humor and aren't expecting a deep, complex plot to unpack.
Okay, I'll be honest, I've been looking forward to watching this one for a while and it mostly delivered exactly what I was hoping for... There's something special about watching a biopic where you can tell everyone involved actually cared about getting the details right, and that care really shows here, especially in the music.
Jaafar Jackson, in his first-ever film role, is genuinely the reason this movie works as well as it does. The fact that he's Michael's actual nephew adds this extra layer of authenticity that you just can't fake the way he moves, the vocal inflections, the mannerisms, it's uncanny at times. Watching the concert sequences, you completely forget you're watching a performance rather than archival footage. Whoever choreographed and staged those recreations put in serious work, and it shows in every frame.... the costumes, the stage lighting, the way the camera moves during the big performance numbers, it's all clearly built by people who studied the real footage obsessively rather than just approximating a vibe.
The supporting cast brings a lot to this too. Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson and Nia Long as Katherine give the family dynamic real weight, and Miles Teller and Larenz Tate both do solid work in the industry-side roles, giving you a sense of the machine that helped build Michael into a phenomenon. There's a real loving-craftsmanship quality to how this whole era gets recreated... the Motown years, the Jackson 5 stage shows, the slow transformation into a solo superstar.. and if you grew up with this music, watching those moments come back to life on screen hits in a genuinely emotional way.
I'll say this too: I appreciate that the film chose to focus tightly on Michael's rise rather than trying to cram his entire life into one movie. Ending where it does, right around Off the Wall, lets the film breathe and actually sit with his childhood and early career instead of rushing through everything to check boxes. It's clearly setting up a second film to cover the rest of his story, and honestly, I'm on board for that if it means each chapter gets the space it deserves.
If I'm being fully honest with myself, I do think it's worth going in with clear eyes about what kind of movie this is — it's a warm, loving tribute made with the full cooperation of Michael's family and estate, which means it leans into celebration more than hard-nosed scrutiny, and there are chapters of his life it doesn't touch at all in this installment. That's a fair thing to know going in. But taken on its own terms as a lovingly crafted, musically spectacular tribute to Michael's rise..... it delivered exactly the kind of experience I was hoping for.
For a long time, since I first saw him in the movie "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" (2016), I have been curious about the fastest superhero in the DC universe. So I watched this movie with the intention of finally finding out: Who is Flash? Or rather, who is Barry Allen? But to my surprise, I left the theater with more questions than answers.
After multiple delays and changes in production, "The Flash" arrived in theaters in 2023 as the first "solo" film of the superhero.
Directed by Andy Muschietti, this film promised to completely reboot the DC Extended Universe; however, it ended up being one of the most criticized superhero movies to the point of being considered a total failure.
"The Flash" is a story about the stages of grief: Denial, bargaining, and acceptance. Barry Allen, better known as Flash, does what he can as a superhero until one night he runs as fast as he can to surpass the laws of time and space. After discovering this new ability, he has the brilliant idea to go back in time to save his late mother’s life. The plot focuses on the madness of time travel and the multiverse, a very complex combination to understand for those familiar with science fiction.
Ezra Miller took on the task of playing two different versions of Barry Allen. The dynamic between the original Barry (the skilled and mature Barry) and his past counterpart (the immature, annoyed Barry without emotional scars) works as a classic duo of opposites. But having that be the driving force behind both the comedy and drama of the film seems too absurd to me.
The film stood out for a forced narrative filled with many predictable cliché action scenes typical of a superhero story. I must say I’m not a fan of DC comics; I’ve read some Batman and Superman comics but don’t know much about Flash. I expected at least to clarify who the hero is as a character. But this is not an origin story introducing his background, and the problem is that only key events are told, such as how he had an accident and gained superpowers; we aren’t told much else about the protagonist’s life.
Speaking of this, I think it’s pertinent to comment on the narrative challenge of giving a fictional character the gift of super speed. Because many writers try to impose limitations when dealing with a character who can circle the world in less than a minute.
Super speed is an instant solution to any problem if you have enough imagination; if there are no limits to its execution, it’s simply chaotic for any story. In this Flash adaptation, it’s shown that the efficiency of his ability depends on his metabolism: the calories he consumes. But that limitation didn’t seem very convincing considering the fact that if Flash has a full stomach he can travel through time.
The nostalgia factor is a resource this movie excessively abuses with the return of Michael Keaton as Batman, and that is the film's strong point. They didn’t limit themselves to a cheap cameo to attract audiences; his Bruce Wayne carries weight in the plot and stars in the best action sequences. It’s the best part of the film, and it’s somewhat ironic that the most relevant element in a solo superhero movie is another superhero.
To this day, it’s impossible to talk about "The Flash" without mentioning its greatest weakness: the visual effects (CGI). In many sequences, especially the special effect of Flash’s super speed, the technical quality is disconcerting.
The visual representation of time travel in the Speed Force, along with certain computer-generated cameos, fall squarely into the uncanny valley, looking more like characters from a video game over a decade old.
"The Flash" is a chaotic journey that leads nowhere. It’s a movie that leaves much to be desired, both narratively and due to very questionable aesthetic choices. It was not at all the ace up DC’s sleeve that was expected; everything built with so much effort over years didn’t end well, and that’s unfortunate. Currently, the DC cinematic universe is starting over. It will only be a matter of time before we see Flash again on the big screen, and I’m crossing my fingers that the mistakes made before will not be repeated in the future.
I rewatched Red Notice recently and I still cannot decide if I love it because it is genuinely fun, or because Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot together on one screen is basically an unfair advantage.
So for anyone who hasnt seen it, the movie is about an FBI profiler played by Dwayne Johnson who ends up working with a career criminal played by Ryan Reynolds to catch the world's most wanted art thief,that part is played by Gal Gadot, except nothing goes the way that it is supposed to, and the lines between who is chasing who keep blurring until you genuinely cannot tell who to trust.
I loved the pacing, which is not something you're going to find in most films, it's one heist after another, one betrayal after another, and when you think you've got the plan, it turns right around and throws it at you again, I'm a sucker for a good twist, and Red Notice doesn't give you just one, it gives you multiple.
It is the chemistry among the three, though that really does it for me, Ryan Reynolds does his sarcastic, sharp self, Dwayne Johnson his manic straight man, and Gal Gadot is simply cool the whole time, never three steps behind anyone in the room, their banter carried scenes that could have easily felt flat in someone else's hands.
Now, let me be honest, because I always try to be, the plot isn't particularly profound, if it were, you'd be here for a while longer, some of the twists are a bit too convenient and there were some times when I just had to take things on faith for the sake of the plot, not necessarily the logic.
Visually though, no complaints, the locations alone made me want to book a flight somewhere, anywhere, from Rome to Bali, the movie used its budget well, and the action sequences felt big without feeling very exhausting.
What stuck with me most was how much fun the movie clearly had with itself, it does not take itself too seriously, and honestly, that is exactly what made it work, sometimes you do not need a masterpiece, you just need three charismatic people, a good heist, and a plot twist that makes you sit up a little straighter.
So would I recommend Red Notice to anyone,? Yes, definitely , on a day when you simply desire to be entertained without much thinking, is it award winning film? No it is not , but it knows what it is about and it provides it with confidence, charm, and some just enough chaos to keep you stuck until the end.
If you love heist movies, star studded casts, and plots that keep flipping the script, this one is worth your while.
If you've been looking for a thought-provoking film that inspires young girls to challenge uncomfortable societal norms, build powerful female friendships, and does a great job of teaching everyone the power of collective action while bringing in some humour, this review is for you!
Main Cast: Hadley Robinson, Lauren Tsai, Alycia Pascual-Pena, Nico Hiraga, Sabrina Haskett, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sydney Park, Anjeuka Washington, Emily Hopper, Amy Poehler.
SYNOPSIS
A shy and self-doubting Vivian hurries through her first morning of 11th grade with the same low expectations of everyone normalising sexism at school. But to her greatest surprise, a new student[Lucy] questions the school's inadequacies and stands up to the popular jock and jerk, Mitchell. Inspired by Lucy's confidence and her mother's rebellious past against the patriarchy, Vivian begins an anonymous DIY feminist magazine called Moxie, which eventually starts a revolution. Together with other girls and one ally, Moxie's goal of exposing the double standards in Rockport high school steers in the right direction, with challenges and some consequences to bear.
Moxie is the first high-school feminist movie I've ever seen, and watching every scene brought back an influx of emotions I largely felt as a young teenager living in a deeply patriarchal country where girls were made to normalise every odd and insulting word or joke made by boys regarding their bodies. Every single girl I know had gone through the harassment that the female students of Rockport High School faced, so it was easy for me to settle into this movie as many scenes felt like a full-circle moment.
Now, the first scene that struck a chord with me was definitely the first day of school. The 16-year-old protagonist, Vivian, alongside her BFF, expressed disappointment over the school's yearly practice of publishing rankings like "Most Bangable" and "Best Rack" on social media.
Here, I could not only feel the sheer contempt in Vivian's expressions but also the dilemma of being a clueless teenager who believed she could do nothing to change the system. This right here is the true story of many teenage girls in mixed-gender schools: moving through life and learning about the challenges women face, yet having no confidence to voice our feelings. It's heartbreaking, to say the least.
The second scene that stole my attention was Vivian's first class featuring a new female student named Lucy. She came across as a vocal Black girl whose first instinct was to question the school's need to prioritize books written by white men instead of those authored by immigrants and Black women who are in a better place to tell their stories. While the teacher attempted to hear her out, the popular jerk, Mitchell Wilson, cut her off and intentionally spoke over her.
After another experience of bullying from him, Lucy was forced to report to the principal, who weirdly brushed it off as "bothering," not harassment. Vivian, on the other hand, introduced herself, telling Lucy to ignore Mitchell. Here, Lucy left her with a question:
"Why ignore him when he can stop being a dick?"
These combined scenes were important as they highlighted how convenient it is to silence the voices of people of other races deemed to be of a lower class. They also proved how older women who might have been victims of sexism can make continuous excuses for badly behaved boys because they too have been conditioned to see such inconsistencies as normal.
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My third favourite scene centers Vivian back at home questioning her thoughts and eventually learning what her mum cared about as a teenager. The response she received happens to be my favourite quote from the movie:
"Smashing the patriarchy and burning it all down."
Vivian then goes to her mum's trunk, digs up her old stuff, which reveals some dope feminist zines, stickers, notes, and CDs that inspire her to start a revolution for the girls at school. The insertion of Rebel Girl by Bikini Kill playing in the background of this scene happens to be one of the most instrumental moments to the central theme of the movie.
OTHER STANDOUT SCENES
Vivian going on a date to a funeral home with her one ally and soon-to-be boyfriend.
Lucy kissing one of the Moxie girls.
The college girls wearing tank tops to school in solidarity with Moxie's fight against sexism, specifically on policing women's bodies.
WHERE IT FELL SHORT
Poor development of a healthy mother-daughter relationship: Vivian's relationship with her mother wasn't exactly inspiring, and I'd like to think that it lacked the emotional depth and bonding expected of both mother and child, especially in one where social interests are being passed down and imitated. I strongly believe that if they had taken the chance to go deeper into this dynamic, it would've been a perfect opportunity to highlight how important it is for rebellious mothers to share their own stories and challenges with systemic issues.
No key exploration of the Moxie girls characters: Firstly, this movie introduced Lucy in a rather impressive way as the biggest supporter of the zine but failed to give viewers a chance to learn more about who she really is, her hobbies, her family dynamic, and everything else that makes her confident. This was also the case with Vivian's BFF(Claudia), as well as other core group members. They just felt like great characters tossed to the side to help the protagonist's story shine brighter.
Little to zero mention of key feminist authors: For a feminist movie that explores the need for a revolution, especially for high school students who are often curious, Moxie missed the opportunity to introduce relevant books or authors to the group after Lucy was shut down by Mitchell during her first argument with the teacher. Feminist theory is super important to the movement, and there's no doubt that viewers would've loved to hear a few phenomenal names to look up later, or at least see the group draw inspiration from some popular feminist quotes.
Truthfully, Moxie isn't a perfect movie, but it's educational, enjoyable, and definitely worth the watch!
Hello, anime fans. Today I’m bringing you the return of one of the best fantasy anime series of all time, without exception. It’s an anime that really captivated me back when I first watched it on TV several years ago. This is an anime everyone should watch—no matter what your tastes or preferences are, you should watch it at least once or twice in your life. Based on the manga series of the same name written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is an animated adaptation produced by the famous Madhouse studio. Discover the best fantasy and adventure anime you’ll ever see.
Hola, fanáticos del anime. Hoy les traigo el regreso de uno de los mejores animes de fantasía de toda la historia, sin excepción alguna. Un anime que me fascinó bastante en su momento cuando lo vi en emisión hace ya varios años atrás. Este es un anime que todo el mundo debería de ver, no importa qué gustos o preferencias tengas, debes verlo al menos una o dos veces en tu vida. Basada en la serie de manga homónima escrita por Kanehito Yamada e ilustrada por Tsukasa Abe, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End es una adaptación animada producida por el famoso estudio Madhouse. Conoce el mejor anime de fantasía y aventura que verás en toda tu vida.
This second season begins by introducing us to Frieren, a millennia-old elven mage who travels the world with her small team—her young apprentice Fern and the young warrior Stark. The three of them continue their long journey toward Ende, but along the way they realize they’ve run out of money and decide to head to the nearest village to earn some by working. However, on the way, they stumble upon a hole that leads them to an old cave filled with crystals that nullify magic, rendering our millennia-old elf and her apprentice completely useless.
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Esta segunda temporada empieza mostrándonos a Frieren, una elfa maga milenaria que viaja por el mundo junto con su pequeño equipo conformado por su joven aprendiz Fern y el joven guerrero Stark. Estos tres individuos continúan con su largo viaje hacia Ende, pero en el camino se dan cuenta de que se quedaron sin dinero y deciden ir al pueblo más cercano para así ganar algo trabajando. Sin embargo, en el camino se tropiezan con un hueco que los lleva a una vieja cueva repleta de cristales que anulan la magia, volviendo a nuestra elfa milenaria y su aprendiz unas completas inútiles.
Rejoice, for we are in the presence of the mecca—no, the epitome—of modern fantasy. Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is one of the best (if not the best) fantasy anime I’ve ever seen in my entire life. Ever since it aired in late 2023 and I joined Hive in March 2024, I’ve deeply regretted not having written a proper review—one that this magnificent anime truly deserves—all this time. Back then, there were several surprises among the new releases, but of them all, the one that stood out and established itself as the best for many was Frieren, without a doubt.
Its unique blend of classic medieval fantasy with a story that completely breaks away from the overused mold of repetitive plots in the anime industry—such as the “hero’s journey”—is what makes it a masterpiece. Unlike other fantasy animes that all follow the same story, in Frieren we get to experience the story that takes place AFTER the hero’s journey has ended. It’s told through the eyes of a unique character who is usually a supporting character in other stories but who takes on a very special leading role here.
Alégrense porque estamos ante la meca, no, la epítome de la fantasía moderna. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End s uno de los mejores (sino el mejor) animes de fantasía que he visto en toda mi vida. Desde su emisión a finales del año 2023 y mis inicios en Hive en Marzo de 2024 me he arrepentido enormemente durante todo este tiempo por no haberle hecho una reseña como se debe y se merece a este grandioso anime. En aquel entonces hubieron varias sorpresas en emisión, pero de entre todas, la que llegó a resaltar y posicionarse como la mejor para muchos fue Frieren, sin lugar a dudas.
Su mezcla preciada de fantasía medieval típica con una historia que rompe por completo con el molde ya sobreexplotado de tramas repetitivas en esta industria del anime como lo es el “camino del héroe” es lo que la convierte en una obra grandiosa. A diferencia de tener la misma historia que tienen todos los demás animes de fantasía, en Frieren conocemos la historia que hay DESPUÉS del final de dicho viaje del héroe. Vivida por un personaje único que normalmente llega a ser el secundario en las demás historias, pero que aquí toma un papel protagónico bastante especial.
Frieren is more than just your typical adventure and fantasy story; it’s a one-of-a-kind journey that takes the viewer through a myriad of experiences, each offering a valuable life lesson. One of the most frequently used narrative devices in this work is nostalgia—or memories of a past that will never return, yet somehow remain present as valuable experiences that fill our protagonist with a wealth of unparalleled emotions and feelings. More than mere melancholy, it is the lingering memory of a meaningful past that serves as a guide through an uncertain present and future.
What’s fascinating about this story is how unpredictable it is; since it takes place after the conclusion of the typical hero’s journey, we have absolutely no idea what might happen in the near future. Unlike the vast majority of fantasy anime, which have plots so incredibly predictable that they become boring to watch, Frieren instead offers us a series of unpredictable events in a long adventure set in a fantastical yet dangerous world. Despite what some people say about this anime, Frieren is much deeper and more serious than it appears to be.
Frieren es más que la típica historia de aventura y fantasía de siempre, es un viaje sin igual que lleva al espectador a vivir un sinfín de experiencias, cada una con una lección de vida muy valiosa. Uno de los recursos narrativos más utilizados en esta obra es la nostalgia o los recuerdos de un pasado que no volverán, pero que de alguna manera siguen presentes como experiencias valiosas que llenan a nuestra protagonista de un gran caudal de emociones y sentimientos sin igual. Más que melancolía, es el recuerdo persistente de un pasado valioso que sirve como guía en un presente y futuro incierto.
Lo fascinante de esta historia es lo impredecible que es, ya que al ser la historia posterior al final de la típica historia del héroe, no tenemos ni idea de nada de lo que puede llegar a suceder en el futuro próximo. A diferencia la gran mayoría de animes de fantasía que tienen una trama tan pero tan predecible que hasta se vuelve aburrido de ver, Frieren en cambio nos ofrece una serie de eventos inciertos en una larga aventura en un mundo fantástico y a la vez peligroso. A pesar de lo que dicen ciertas personas de este anime, Frieren es mucho más profundo y serio de lo que aparenta ser.
Because, yes, for those lucky few with excellent taste who got to watch the first season of Frieren back when it aired, it may have seemed a bit slow, laid-back, and even comical at first. However, the sheer nostalgia and the constant flashbacks to the hero’s past journey throughout the rest of the anime end up having a fascinating impact on the story itself. This anime has a very special way of telling a story, without interrupting the main plot with entire episodes devoted to flashbacks as filler.
No, here in Frieren we can calmly follow the story and learn about our protagonist’s memories or meaningful moments in a brief yet concise way. Furthermore, we can also see how Frieren uses those memories as lessons to solve certain problems on her journey. And despite what people say about how “slow” or “boring” this anime is, I honestly don’t know what their tastes are, since Frieren’s pacing is perfect for any fan of adventure and fantasy. It’s true that it has its quiet moments, but they’re still captivating thanks to its infectious pacing and blend of humor and drama.
Porque sí, puede que para los afortunados y con excelentes gustos que llegaron a ver la primera temporada de Frieren en su momento puede que les haya parecido un tanto lento, tranquilo y hasta cómico al principio. Sin embargo, la mera nostalgia y el constante recuerdo de la pasada historia del viaje del héroe en el resto del anime llega a impactar de forma fascinante a la misma. Este anime posee un modo muy especial de contarnos una historia, sin llegar a interrumpir la trama principal con episodios enteros contándonos ciertos momentos del pasado como forma de relleno.
No, aquí en Frieren podemos seguir tranquilamente la historia y conocer los recuerdos o momentos valiosos que tiene nuestra protagonista de forma breve pero concisa. Además, también podemos ver cómo Frieren utiliza dichos recuerdos como experiencias para resolver ciertos problemas en su viaje. Y a pesar de lo que dice la gente de lo “lenta” o “aburrida” que es este anime, en realidad no sé qué gustos tendrán ya que el ritmo que tiene Frieren es perfecto para todo aquel fan de las aventuras y la fantasía. Si es cierto que tiene sus momentos tranquilos, pero no dejan de ser fascinantes debido al ritmo y la mezcla de humor y drama tan contagiosos que tiene.
Another thing that makes Frieren so special is just how engaging and captivating each episode is—whether it’s their travels, their quiet moments, their scenes of action and drama, or even those episodes filled with random moments where we see Frieren’s small team going through seemingly ordinary experiences during their stops along the way. Each and every episode in both the first and second seasons of this anime is among the best you can find right now in an industry plagued by generic content and trash.
But of course, when there’s action in an episode or two of this anime, it’s an absolute audiovisual marvel. If we focus primarily on this, then I’d say that the first season of Frieren is the best—so far—since it’s no coincidence that said season is currently at the top of MAL’s (My Anime List) list of the best anime. And the thing is, aside from having more than twice as many episodes, the first season features an entire arc at the end that’s packed with action, battles, showdowns, and displays of power so astonishing that it’s in a league of its own.
Y es que otra cosa que también tiene Frieren es lo atractivo y contagioso que es ver cada uno de sus episodios, ya sean de sus viajes, sus momentos tranquilos, sus momentos de acción y drama o incluso esos episodios donde solo ocurren momentos random donde vemos al pequeño equipo de Frieren vivir experiencias aparentemente comunes durante sus estadías a lo largo de su viaje. De todos y cada uno de estos episodios que tiene tanto la primera como su segunda temporada de este anime son de lo mejor que se puede ver actualmente en esta industria plagada de contenido genérico y basura.
Pero eso sí, cuando hay acción en un episodio o dos en este anime, es una completa maravilla audiovisual. Si nos fijamos principalmente en esto entonces diría que la primera temporada de Frieren es la mejor -hasta el momento- ya que no es por nada que dicha temporada esté actualmente en la cima de la lista de los mejores animes de MAL (My Anime List). Y es que, aparte de tener más del doble de episodios, la primera temporada tiene todo un arco al final que está repleto de acción, batallas, enfrentamientos y demostración de poder tan sorprendentes que no tiene ninguna comparación.
On the other hand, the second season is indeed shorter and has fewer action-packed moments, but that doesn’t make it any less entertaining or fascinating, to be honest. It’s true, though, that because of the small number of episodes, it left me particularly wanting more—especially with that captivating ending that introduces us to the “Golden City Arc” or whatever it’s called. Although, well, I understand that they only released 10 episodes in this second season instead of 28 like in the first one due to production issues. Let’s not forget that it took three years for Frieren to return.
As for the third and upcoming new season that’s already been confirmed, we’ll only have to wait a year to see it (supposedly next year). Other than that, I don’t think I have any complaints about this second season, since I believe it had almost the same impact and left the same impression as the previous season. Although, of course, the first season was something unprecedented that had a huge impact on the audience and quickly became a major benchmark in the industry and in today’s popular culture.
Por otro lado, la segunda temporada sí que es más corta y tiene menos momentos de acción, pero eso no la hace menos entretenida y fascinante, la verdad. Pero sí es cierto que debido a la corta cantidad de episodios que tiene me dejó particularmente con muchas ganas de más y aún con ese fascinante final que tiene y que nos introduce al “arco de la ciudad dorada” o algo así se llama. Aunque, bueno, entiendo que solo hayan sacado 10 episodios en esta segunda temporada y no 28 episodios como con la primera debido a temas de producción. Recordemos que pasaron 3 años para ver el regreso de Frieren.
Mientras que para la tercera y futura nueva temporada que han confirmado ya vamos a esperar tan solo un año para verla (el año que viene, supuestamente). Aparte de esto, creo que no tengo ninguna queja con esta segunda temporada, ya que creo que tuvo casi el mismo impacto e impresión que consiguió su temporada anterior. Aunque, claro, la primera temporada fue algo sin precedentes que impactó enormemente al público y que se convirtió rápidamente en un gran referente de la industria y la cultura popular actual.
The characters are another of the many positive aspects worth noting, especially the main characters. Frieren, of course, stands out above all others—not only because she’s the protagonist, but also because she’s an elf over a thousand years old who acts like a teenager who loves to travel in search of new spells or enchantments to learn and add to her vast repertoire. Despite how mature and responsible she is at times, she also has her flaws that reveal a certain mental immaturity. Even so, Frieren manages to rise to the occasion in important moments.
Fern, for her part, undergoes a fascinating development in the first season from her very first appearance, but otherwise we see her as the young girl responsible for the menial tasks that Frieren ignores—tasks that even turn her into a sort of caretaker. Even so, her cunning and ingenuity when casting her magic at various points in this anime make her a fascinating character to watch. On the other hand, Stark doesn’t stand out for being intelligent, irresponsible, or immature. He’s more like the typical young male character who doesn’t stand out much—except in battles, of course.
Sus personajes son también otro de los muchos detalles positivos a tomarse en cuenta, sobre todo los protagonistas. Frieren, cómo no, se destaca por sobre todos no solo por ser la protagonista, sino por ser una elfa de más de mil años de edad que se comporta como una adolescente que le encanta ir de viaje en busca de nuevos hechizos o encantamientos para aprender e ir sumando a su enorme repertorio. A pesar de lo madura y responsable que es a veces, también tiene sus defectos que demuestran cierta inmadurez mental. Aún así, Frieren logra destacarse en los momentos importantes.
Fern, por su parte, tiene un desarrollo fascinante en la primera temporada desde su primera aparición, pero de resto la vemos cómo la joven chica responsable de las labores menores que Frieren ignora y que incluso la convierte hasta en una especie de cuidadora. Aún así, su astucia e ingenio al momento de realizar su magia en diferentes momentos de este anime la convierten en un personaje fascinante de ver. Por otro lado, Stark no destaca por ser inteligente, irresponsable o inmaduro. Es más como el típico personaje masculino y joven que no resalta tanto, más allá que en las batallas, por supuesto.
The characters’ appearances also help showcase a variety of traits that make each one unique in their own way. It’s entertaining to watch them, and it’s easy to empathize with them, since the series’ plot itself offers moments when we really connect with each one. I’ll say it again: it’s not the level or amount of action that sets it apart from most others, but rather the special and natural way it tells this story—this adventure—in a way that makes it impossible for us to forget. I love everything about this anime; honestly, I have absolutely no complaints.
Last but not least, let’s talk about the audiovisual aspects of this marvelous anime. Frieren is what it is thanks to its magnificent animated adaptation by Madhouse, one of the largest and oldest studios in the industry. The animation and production work they did on this series is worthy of admiration and fascination—and even deserves to be studied by experts. The character designs, the art style, the visual effects, the color palette—all of this and more is so well done in this anime that it’s dazzling.
El aspecto de los personajes también ayudan a mostrarnos una variedad de características que hacen a cada personaje único en su tipo. Es entretenido verlos y es fácil empatizar con ellos ya que la misma trama de la serie nos ofrece momentos en los que logramos compaginar muy bien con cada uno. Repito, no es su nivel o cantidad de acción lo que lo destaca de la mayoría, sino la forma tan especial y natural de contarnos esta historia, esta aventura de una manera que se nos hace imposible de olvidar. Me fascina todo de este anime, la verdad, no tengo ninguna queja de nada.
Por último, pero no menos importante, hablemos ahora del apartado audiovisual que tiene esta maravilla de anime. Frieren es lo que es gracias a su grandiosa adaptación animada hecha por Madhouse, uno de los estudios más grandes y más antiguos que existen en esta industria. Dicho trabajo de animación y producción que hicieron con esta serie es digna de admiración, fascinación y hasta merece ser estudiado por expertos, incluso. El diseño de los personajes, el estilo de dibujo, los efectos visuales, la paleta de colores, todo esto y más está tan bien hecho en este anime que es deslumbrante.
There isn't a single bad episode—not at all—and I say this with absolute certainty. Every episode features a level of detail, animation, camera work, environments, designs, and a color palette that really stands out to the audience. Clearly, the animation reaches its peak in terms of quality, fluidity, and detail during the battles and action scenes, where the studio truly outshines all other studios with its production and animation standards. The sound effects are also excellent, but they pale in comparison to this anime’s captivating soundtrack. In short, as I said at the beginning, you must watch this anime.
Personally, I give it a well-deserved 10/10 rating in the fantasy, adventure, and drama genres.
No hay un episodio malo, en lo absoluto, y esto lo digo con total certeza. Cada episodio posee una calidad de detalles, animación, planos, entornos, diseños y una mezcla de colores que resalta bastante a la vista del público. Evidentemente, la animación consigue su punto máximo de calidad, fluidez y detalles es en las batallas o las escenas de acción donde vemos al estudio hacerle una cátedra a todos los demás estudios existentes con su nivel de producción y animación. Los efectos de sonido también son excelentes, pero nada comparado con la fascinante banda sonora que tiene este anime. En fin, como dije al principio, deben de ver este anime.
Personalmente, le doy una merecida calificación de 10/10 en lo que respecta al género de fantasía, aventura y drama.
To wrap things up in the best possible way, here’s the opening sequence for Season 2 of Frieren:
My name is Nattosheru. On Hive, you can find me as @nattosenpai, but you can call me Natto. I'm a young Venezuelan who likes to talk about anime, movies, and music on my Hive Blog. I'm 28 years old and I'm working toward my dream of "living doing what I love" online. My profile picture was created by Gemini AI based on the main character from the movie Blade Runner 2049, but with my real face.
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