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Once upon a time, in a country called Gilead, male authorities made it clear that women should only serve men. The role of the female gender within Gilead society is practically nil.
Women? They are to be wives, mothers (surrogates), objects of interest and? nothing else. I understood in The Handmaid's Tale that there is not much to talk about them.
In this Gilead country there is a powerful tool to manipulate society and it is the men who know how to use it best, the Bible
. And who can disobey God's laws? Only they, the men. Although they claim to be faithful to Him and His commandments, they actually do the opposite.
Había una vez, en un país llamado Gilead, autoridades masculinas dejaban claro que las mujeres solo debían servir a los hombres. El rol del género femenino dentro de la sociedad Gilead es prácticamente nulo.
¿Las mujeres? Deben ser esposas, madres (sustitutas), objetos de interés y... más nada. Entendí en El Cuento de la Criada que no hay mucho para hablar sobre ellas.
En este país Gilead hay una herramienta poderosa para manipular a la sociedad y son los hombres quienes mejor saben utilizarla, la Biblia. Y ¿Quién puede desobedecer las leyes se Dios? Solo ellos, los hombres. Aunque dicen ser fieles a Él y a sus mandamientos, realmente hacen lo contrario.
In my opinion, in The Handmaid's Tale there is a strong criticism of religious society. Men, in this case those belonging to the male gender, in their efforts to maintain power, reinterpret faith to take control, that was becoming very clear to me.
Definitely, this six-season series was leaving me with a bitter taste. Its content was a cognitive shock for me. I visualized and imagined many real situations and was comparing them with some scenes from the film. Then, I wanted to know more about the story of the book (The Handmaid's Tale) published in 1985 and its author Margaret Atwood.
Según mi opinión, en El Cuento de la Criada se hace fuerte crítica a la sociedad religiosa. El hombre, en este caso los que pertenecen al género masculino, en su empeño por mantener el poder, reinterpreta la fe para tomar el control, eso me estaba quedando bien claro.
Definitivamente, esta serie de seis temporadas me estaba dejando un sabor amargo. Su contenido era para mí un choque cognitivo. Visualice e imaginé muchas situaciones reales y las iba comparando con algunas escenas del film. Entonces, quise saber más sobre la historia del libro (The Handmaid’s Tale) publicada en 1985 y de su autora Margaret Atwood
It is a dystopian novel, famous for its social criticism, feminist approach and uncontrolled ambition.
Se habla de una novela distópica, famosa por su crítica social, enfoque feminista y esa ambición incontrolada.
Among many comments and interviews, Margaret Atwood has stated that The Handmaid's Tale does NOT contain invented elements. According to this author everything that appears in the novel has happened at some point in history and I, in particular, think that this is so.
I have not yet read the book but I imagine that the reality is cruder than in the movie. However, this masterful work taken to the big screens, with all the scenery, lights, costumes, makeup, soundtrack and performances does not let the author down, on the contrary, it enhances her even more.
I was impressed and even more so with this series. I am very short with the description in this review and I can't find a way to explain everything I experienced. My recommendation is: *If you want to know about the lives of June, Serena, Janine, Moira, Aunt Lidya and other women, you have to watch this series. It is very difficult to judge any of them in spite of the circumstances.
Entre muchos comentarios y entrevistas, Margaret Atwood ha afirmado que El Cuento de la Criada NO contiene elementos inventados. Según esta autora todo lo que aparece en la novela ha sucedido en algún momento de la historia y yo, en particular, pienso que es así.
Aún no he leído el libro pero imagino que la realidad es más cruda que en la película. Sin embargo, esta obra magistral llevada hasta las pantallas gigantes, con todo el escenario, luces, vestuario, maquillaje, banda sonora y actuaciones no deja mal a la autora, al contrario, la enaltece aún más.
Quedé impresionada y más con esta serie. Me quedo muy corta con la descripción en esta reseña y es que no hallo manera de explicar todo lo vivido. Mi recomendación es: *Sí quieres conocer sobre la vida de June, Serena, Janine, Moira, Tía Lidya y otras mujeres, tienen que ver esta serie. Es muy complicado juzgar a alguna de ellas a pesar de las circunstancias.
What would you do in their place? How would you act knowing that all of them are at a disadvantage?
¿Qué harían ustedes en su lugar? ¿Cómo cuál de ellas actuaría sabiendo que todas están en desventaja?
I will continue to wait for season 7 as it doesn't end here.
Yo seguiré esperando la séptima temporada ya que esto no termina aquí.
Hola mi gente buena de internet y toda esta plataforma, un gran abrazo para todos y les deseo un feliz inicio de semana para todos. Hoy seguimos con todo este gran proyecto, desarrollando las historias que marcaron la epoca en Venezuela.
Portada Realizada por mi.
INTRODUCCIÒN.
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Lucecita fue una de las primeras telenovelas producidas por Venevisión, estrenada en 1967 con gran éxito de audiencia. Basada en una historia original de la reconocida escritora cubana Delia Fiallo y adaptada para el público venezolano, se convirtió en un referente del melodrama nacional.
Lucecita narra la historia de una joven humilde del campo que, tras la muerte de su madre, llega a trabajar en una hacienda donde ejerce como sirvienta. Allí descubre que el dueño, Gustavo, está casado con la aparentemente inválida Angelina, quien en realidad finge estar postrada para manipularlo. A medida que Lucecita y Gustavo se enamoran, los secretos salen a la luz y se desatan múltiples conflictos: rivalidad familiar, amnesia, robo de bebés, y una venganza que llevará a la tragedia. La trama culmina en un reencuentro tierno entre Lucecita, su hija y Gustavo, tras superar engaños y traiciones.
Marina Baura ofreció una interpretación notable como Lucecita, rol que consolidó su protagonismo en la época . José Bardina encarnó con sensibilidad a Gustavo, mientras que Ivonne Attas, puso carácter al rol de antagonista con gran carga dramática. El guion original de Delia Fiallo, junto a la adaptación dramática de Ligia Lezama, construyeron una narrativa rica en emociones y giros inesperados, elevando la telenovela a un intenso impacto social y emocional.
Lucecita (1967–1968) es una obra esencial dentro de la historia de la telenovela venezolana: una narrativa emotiva, personajes intensos y una producción que fomentó la madurez del género dramático en Venezuela. Su legado perdura como símbolo de la excelencia creativa de la era clásica de Venevisión.
Bueno amigos hasta aqui la ediciòn del dia de hoy, espero que les guste y nos vemos en la proxima ediciòn con una telenovela mas de las que marcaròn la epoca de la tv Venezolana. Bendiciones.
(NOTE: Capsule version of the review is available here.)
Few sequels in Hollywood history have borne the weight of inevitability quite like Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. The seismic conclusion of its predecessor, The Wrath of Khan – the sacrificial death of Spock, the franchise's most iconic and beloved character – left a void Paramount Pictures and legions of Trekkies could not abide. Much like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s capitulation to public pressure to resurrect Sherlock Holmes, the studio, alongside Leonard Nimoy (persuaded to return by the dual carrots of resurrecting his character and taking the director’s chair), embarked on a mission to undo one of science fiction cinema’s most poignant farewells . The resulting film, while undeniably necessary within the franchise's narrative arc and possessing significant strengths, struggles to escape the long shadow of The Wrath of Khan, often feeling more like a functional, sometimes overly sentimental, bridge than a triumph in its own right. Yet, under Nimoy’s assured direction and bolstered by James Horner’s magnificent score, it delivers moments of genuine power and thematic resonance, even amidst its narrative contrivances.
Harve Bennett’s screenplay functions as a deliberate anti-thesis to The Wrath of Khan, meticulously inverting its predecessor’s core themes and plot points. Where Spock sacrificed himself to save the Enterprise and its crew in Khan, here the Enterprise itself is sacrificed (in a scene of genuine, shocking poignancy) to save Spock . The Genesis Planet, birthed from Spock’s coffin and the promise of life from death, transforms from a nascent paradise into a chaotic, disintegrating inferno – a potent visual metaphor for the instability wrought by tampering with natural order . Most strikingly, the film culminates in a Vulcan ritual prioritising the "needs of the one" (Spock) over the "needs of the many," directly contradicting Spock’s own dying philosophy. While this inversion provides structural cleverness, it risks feeling like narrative sophistry, a necessary contrivance to facilitate the resurrection rather than a profound exploration of its ethical weight .
Bennett’s script offers the franchise’s first sustained glimpse of Earth beyond Starfleet Headquarters, presenting a far cry from Gene Roddenberry’s pristine 1960s utopia. The depiction of 23rd-century society possesses a welcome grit and moral ambiguity. The bar scene in San Francisco, where McCoy attempts to charter a ship, deliberately evokes the "Mos Eisley vibes" of Star Wars – a seedy underworld populated by hustlers and opportunists . Crucially, the Genesis secret isn't stolen through espionage genius but purchased from unsavoury Federation citizens willing to betray their government for profit. This stands in stark contrast to the loyalty displayed by Klingon Valkris (Catherine Shirriff), who chooses death to protect her empire's secrets. This nuanced portrayal suggests a Federation not as a flawless paradise, but a complex society harbouring corruption alongside idealism, adding a layer of realism previously unexplored in the films .
Nimoy, stepping behind the camera for the first time on a major feature, demonstrates a capable hand, particularly in managing the film’s brisk pace and efficient storytelling. Clocking in at a lean 105 minutes (shorter than Khan), the film avoids the ponderousness of The Motion Picture . Bennett’s script, while occasionally veering towards the melodramatic, excels at connecting plot threads from Khan in a largely convincing manner. The concept of Spock’s katra (soul) residing within McCoy provides a fantastical yet emotionally compelling engine for the plot, justifying the crew’s renegade mission. The heist sequence to steal the decommissioned Enterprise is a highlight, underscored by Horner’s thrilling nautical themes and imbued with a sense of desperate camaraderie . Wisely, the film concludes without dwelling on the bureaucratic fallout of Kirk’s mutiny, offering a clean ending that paves the way for the lighter, Earth-bound adventure of The Voyage Home.
The central trio deliver solid work. William Shatner’s Kirk channels a weary determination and palpable grief, particularly in his understated, devastating reaction to his son David’s death – a moment of silent collapse that ranks among his best acting in the franchise . DeForest Kelley** shines as a possessed McCoy, balancing the doctor’s acerbic wit with unnerving vulnerability. The supporting cast features notable additions. Mark Lenard, previously the Klingon commander in The Motion Picture, is perfectly recast as Spock’s father, Sarek, bringing gravitas and poignant Vulcan stoicism to his grief . Dame Judith Anderson lends imposing regality as the Vulcan High Priestess T’Lar, a dignified homage to Classic Hollywood . However, the recasting of Saavik proves a significant weakness. Robin Curtis replaces Kirstie Alley, delivering a performance that is competent but rigidly stoic, lacking the intriguing half-Romulan emotional undercurrent Alley brought to the role. Curtis’s Saavik feels diminished, less vital to the narrative, and her judgments lack the layered complexity of her predecessor .
James Horner’s musical score is an unmitigated triumph, arguably surpassing his excellent work on Wrath of Khan. Building on his established nautical and heroic themes, Horner crafts a richer, darker, and more emotionally complex tapestry. The score masterfully underscores the melancholy of the Enterprise's theft, the eerie wonder of the Genesis Planet, the brutality of the Klingons, and the profound emotional weight of Spock’s return. His thunderous, instantly iconic Klingon theme elevates every scene it accompanies, becoming integral to the film’s enduring appeal . The Klingons themselves, however, present a narrative weakness. Christopher Lloyd’s Kruge is a menacing presence, relishing his role with suitable hamminess (his strangling of the Ceti eel is memorable), but his motivation – acquiring Genesis as a weapon – feels standard and somewhat grafted onto the main plot. He lacks the profound personal vendetta that made Khan so compelling, functioning more as a generic obstacle than an organic, thematic antagonist. His presence disrupts the intimate, character-focused drama of Kirk’s quest, making him feel like a narrative imposition .
The death of David Marcus (Merritt Butrick) serves as a key emotional beat, representing the brutal cost of Kirk’s quest. Initially, it feels almost like collateral damage within the film, its impact on Kirk seemingly secondary to the Spock resurrection storyline. However, knowledge of Butrick’s tragic real-life death from AIDS-related complications in 1989, aged just 29, casts a profound, unintended shadow over the character’s demise . While not narratively explored deeply in Search for Spock, David’s death becomes crucially important later. It forms the bitter core of Kirk’s deep-seated hatred towards Klingons in The Undiscovered Country, driving a pivotal, controversial scene where Kirk chillingly declares, "Let them die!" – a raw testament to unresolved grief that gives David’s sacrifice lasting narrative significance beyond this instalment .
Star Trek III: The Search for Spock is, by its very nature, a film caught between necessity and ambition. It succeeds admirably in its primary, franchise-mandated objective: resurrecting Spock in a manner that, while reliant on Vulcan mysticism, feels ceremonially satisfying and emotionally resonant, largely thanks to Nimoy’s dignified handling. Nimoy’s direction is effective, focusing on character dynamics and delivering powerful sequences like the Enterprise's sacrificial destruction and the Vulcan ritual. James Horner’s score is a masterpiece, elevating the entire production. However, the film is hampered by a cumbersome Genesis subplot, a Klingon antagonist who feels narratively tacked on, the noticeable absence of Kirstie Alley’s unique Saavik, and a tonal balance that occasionally tips into sentimentality, lacking the Shakespearean gravitas and thematic depth of its predecessor. While essential viewing within the original crew’s trilogy and possessing moments of genuine power and pathos (enhanced by the tragic context of Butrick’s life), The Search for Spock remains a functional, often solidly crafted, but ultimately lesser chapter. It serves its purpose as the centrepiece of a resurrection arc, memorable for its iconic score and one spectacular starship funeral, but rarely soars beyond those functional demands to achieve the timeless classic status of The Wrath of Khan .
Good morning, Hive, how are you? It's still too hot here. Here I am reviewing a drama I really enjoyed, Save Me from 2017. Starring a very young Woo Do Hwan, the star of Mr. Plankton. Anyway, here I am with a thriller plot. A family in disarray moves to a strange provincial town. The protagonist, Sang Mi, is a very pretty young girl who is immediately noticed by the town's youth but also by a strange group of residents who immediately become overly kind to this new family, offering them shelter and help in exchange for prayers. The girl has a twin brother, and together they enroll at the local school, where, unfortunately, the boy, with minor health problems, is severely bullied to the point of committing suicide. After his death, the family is devastated and relies even more on this strange group. The mother develops psychiatric problems, and this group, or rather, cult, offers to help her. This sect has a charismatic leader who is said to be able to cure diseases and have special powers. He certainly has many properties and receives large donations from his followers.
Buenos días, Hive, ¿qué tal? Sigue haciendo mucho calor. Les traigo una reseña de un drama que disfruté mucho, Save Me de 2017. Protagonizada por un jovencísimo Woo Do Hwan, protagonista de Mr. Plankton. En fin, aquí les traigo una trama de suspense. Una familia en crisis se muda a un extraño pueblo de provincias. La protagonista, Sang Mi, es una joven muy guapa que llama la atención de inmediato tanto de los jóvenes del pueblo como de un extraño grupo de residentes, quienes enseguida se muestran demasiado amables con esta nueva familia, ofreciéndoles refugio y ayuda a cambio de oraciones. La chica tiene un hermano gemelo y juntos se matriculan en la escuela local, donde, por desgracia, el chico, con leves problemas de salud, sufre acoso escolar severo hasta el punto de suicidarse. Tras su muerte, la familia queda devastada y depende aún más de este extraño grupo. La madre desarrolla problemas psiquiátricos, y este grupo, o mejor dicho, secta, se ofrece a ayudarla. Esta secta tiene un líder carismático que, según se dice, puede curar enfermedades y poseer poderes especiales. Sin duda, posee numerosas propiedades y recibe cuantiosas donaciones de sus seguidores.
In addition to the cult, there's also a group of reckless high school students in the village who get into trouble, one even going to jail for helping Sang-mi's brother. However, the entire group of kids becomes fond of her, and when they don't see her return to school, they try to understand what's happening to her. Sang-mi experiences all the stages of being imprisoned in a cult: the isolation, the delusions, the threats. Her father is so completely enslaved by the cult that he doesn't realize how strange and perverse they are, a cult with dark secrets, murders, and torture, all covered up by its corrupt members. Sang-mi will desperately try to escape the cult and seek help from the group of young high school students, who will encounter many obstacles in their quest to save her. A truly beautiful and engaging drama. The sect and its dark underbelly are described in detail, and each character is well-developed. The plot is never predictable or banal, and I guarantee it will keep you enthralled until the very end. A dark, gripping drama, with action and insight! Highly recommended for fans of slightly more lighthearted dramas and thrillers!
Además de la secta, también hay un grupo de estudiantes de secundaria imprudentes en el pueblo que se meten en problemas; uno incluso va a la cárcel por ayudar al hermano de Sang-mi. Sin embargo, todo el grupo de chicos le coge cariño y, al no verla regresar a la escuela, intentan comprender qué le está sucediendo. Sang-mi experimenta todas las etapas de estar prisionera en una secta: el aislamiento, los delirios, las amenazas. Su padre está tan completamente esclavizado por la secta que no se da cuenta de lo extraños y perversos que son, una secta con oscuros secretos, asesinatos y torturas, todo encubierto por sus miembros corruptos. Sang-mi intentará desesperadamente escapar de la secta y buscar la ayuda del grupo de jóvenes estudiantes de secundaria, quienes encontrarán muchos obstáculos en su búsqueda para salvarla. Un drama verdaderamente hermoso y cautivador. La secta y sus aspectos más oscuros se describen con detalle, y cada personaje está bien desarrollado. La trama nunca es predecible ni banal, y te garantizo que te mantendrá enganchado hasta el final. ¡Un drama oscuro y apasionante, con acción y perspicacia! ¡Muy recomendable para los fans de los dramas y thrillers más ligeros!
First picture edited by canva, translation with deepl.
In 2024, several high-profile films featuring an older woman's romance with a younger lover were released. In the case of The Substance, it was about something else, but that thread was also quite important. Not as much as the refusal to age, but it was clearly outlined unlike some others. I haven't seen Babygirl yet, but I've heard that the Nicole Kidman production isn't very good. I also remembered the 2023 film I also wrote about – No Hard Feelings with Jennifer Lawrence. Overall, I don't recommend it. The concept was quite good, and the execution was somewhat good, but they didn't finish it properly. The Idea of You isn't a cinematic revelation, but it's better than the Lawrence production. And it's a more enjoyable watch. This is due to the well-written script, the acting, and the chemistry between the actors.
The plot tells the story of 40-year-old Solène, a divorced mother of a teenage daughter. She works as a saleswoman in an art gallery. After dropping her daughter off at her father's for the weekend, she begins preparing for a girls' camping trip. Her preparations are interrupted by her ex, who suddenly has an emergency and has to go with his new wife. Solène has to take care of her daughter, and not only that, but also attend a concert by several boy bands. There, she accidentally meets her future lover. Initially, it seems like an "innocent," prolonged ONS. The 24-year-old is tired of young and inexperienced girls, while Solène is still attractive and single, drawing them together. Why shouldn't they seize the opportunity to please themselves?
After their first meeting, I said to my partner: "It's clear that someone who knows how to write is responsible for the script." This is evident in several aspects. First of all, we immediately know that both Mommy and the singer are seasoned players in the dating market and are skilled at navigating it. This is evident in various examples – the guy immediately jumps into a flirtation game and uses standard tactics (encouraging her to approach him, showing off his six-pack abs). Solène has known this game for decades, so she avoids temptation and tries to defuse his temptations. Initially, she was doing quite well, but she underestimated the young man's determination and testosterone.
I won't reveal the rest, but it's clear from the very end that the script was written by someone (in this case - the screenwriter, director, and author of the book) who knows what a pick-up line looks like, what problematic relationships look like, their problems, etc. I won't pretend that when nothing significant was happening (i.e., I didn't have to look at the actors' faces to read their intentions and emotions), I was staring at my phone, but aside from those boring parts, the writers maintained the quality until the very end. True, the story sped up significantly towards the end, but that's probably no surprise. It's a typical rom-com that, despite some scripted nuances, doesn't transcend its genre.
As for the actors, the chemistry between them is immediately apparent. Not on par with Gilded Age or the recently reviewed 1923, but only slightly better. You can feel their attraction to each other, their genuine, unfeigned arousal. Anne Hathaway probably needs no introduction. She's an experienced actress and an attractive woman, which is important in this case—scenes like this come naturally to her. I once saw a friend of mine, around the same age, being approached by a local guy—she reacted in a similar way to Solène's reaction to Hayes. Both for lighthearted courtship and for something a bit more daring. Anne played it so well that I didn't even think for a moment that she was an actress, but rather an attractive Mommy who had just been blessed with a star and could experience a beautiful adventure in the second half of her life. It's similar with Nicholas Galitzine, who shows from the start what a badass he is. He knows what works for women of all ages and how. He knows when to close the gap and when to retreat. He knows when to launch an attack and when to let go of the reins, thus allowing things to unfold naturally. True, he possesses youthful enthusiasm and could have handled it better... But this speaks volumes about the polished script. I don't know if he was intentionally acting a bit like a woodcutter, or if that was the director's or the author's intention, but it also suits this type of romance.
I'd like to praise this film because, aside from being boring, I have nothing to complain about, but I slept through it and talked to Asia. While we liked the film, it didn't blow us away. At the same time, I can't say it's "just a good time-waster" like G-20, because it's slightly better. The Idea of You is simply a solid piece of work. From me 7.5/10 - I recommend watching it with your partner.
W roku 2024 wyszło kilka głośnych filmów pokazujących romans starszej kobiety z młodszym kochankiem. W przypadku The Substance, chodziło o coś innego, ale ten wątek też był dość istotny. Nie tak, jak niezgoda na starzenie się, niemniej został wyraźnie zarysowany w przeciwieństwie do kilku innych. Jeszcze nie widziałem Babygirl, ale słyszałem że produkcja z Nicole Kidman niestety nie jest zbyt dobra. Przypomniałem sobie też o filmie z 2023, o którym również pisałem - No Hard Feelings z Jennifer Lawrence. Generalnie nie polecam. Pomysł był całkiem niezły, wykonanie częściowo również, ale nie wykończyli go w należyty sposób. The Idea of You nie jest filmowym objawieniem, ale jest lepsza od produkcji z Lawrence. No i można przy nim przyjemniej spędzić czas. Wynika to z dobrze napisanego scenariusza, aktorstwa, chemii między aktorami.
Fabuła opowiada o 40-letniej Solène - rozwiedzionej matce nastoletniej córki. Pracuje jako sprzedawczyni w galerii sztuki. Po tym, jak odwiozła dziecko do ojca na weekend, zaczyna szykować się na babski wyjazd pod namioty. Przygotowania przerywa jej ex, któremu nagle coś wypadło i musi jechać z nową żoną. Solène musi zająć się córką i nie tylko, na koncert kilku Boysbandów. Tam przypadkowo poznaje swojego przyszłego kochanka. Początkowo wygląda to na "niewinny", przedłużony ONS. 24-latek jest znużony młodymi i niedoświadczonymi dziewczynami, Solène jest ciągle atrakcyjną singielką, ciągnie ich do siebie. Czemu nie mieliby skorzystać z okazji sprawienia sobie przyjemności?
Po 1 spotkaniu bohaterów, powiedziałem do swojej partnerki: "Widać, że za scenariusz odpowiada ktoś, kto umie go pisać." Widać to po kilku aspektach. Przede wszystkim, od razu wiemy, że zarówno Mamuśka, jak i piosenkarz są wytrawnymi graczami na rynku matrymonialnym i doskonale się na nim poruszają. Widać to na różnych przykładach - chłopak od razu przechodzi do podrywu i stosuje standardowe chwyty (zachęca do zbliżenia się do niego, eksponuje swój sześciopak na brzuchu). Solène zna tę grę kilkadziesiąt lat, więc unika pokus i stara się rozbrajać jego pokusy. Początkowo szło jej całkiem dobrze, ale nie doceniła determinacji i testosteronu młodzika.
Nie będę zdradzał reszty, ale widać do samego końca, że za scenariusz odpowiada osoba (w tym przypadku - scenarzystka, reżyser i autorka książki), która wie jak wygląda podryw, jak wyglądają problematyczne związki, ich problemy etc. Nie będę udawał, jak nie działo się nic istotnego (tj. nie musiałem patrzeć na twarze aktorów, by odczytać ich zamiary i emocje), to patrzyłem na telefon, ale pomijając te nudne fragmenty, scenarzystka utrzymała poziom do samego końca. Fakt, pod koniec historia została znacząco przyspieszona, ale to chyba nikogo nie dziwi. To zwykły romcom, który mimo pewnych scenariuszowych niuansów, nie wychodzi poza swój gatunek.
Jeśli chodzi o aktorów, przede wszystkim widać, że jest między nimi chemia. Nie taka jak w Gilded Age, czy niedawno recenzowanym 1923, ale jest tylko trochę gorzej. Czuć że ciągnie ich do siebie, że czują autentyczne, nieudawane podniecenie względem siebie. Chyba nikomu nie trzeba przedstawiać Anne Hathaway. To doświadczona aktorka i atrakcyjna kobieta, co ma znaczenie w tym przypadku - tego typu sceny są dla niej naturalne. Kiedyś widziałem, jak moja koleżanka w podobnym wieku, była podrywana lokalnego chada - reagowała w podobny sposób, co Solène na Hayesa. Zarówno na lekkie zaloty, jak i nieco bardziej śmielsze. Anne zagrała tak dobrze, że nawet przez chwilę nie pomyślałem, że to aktorka, tylko atrakcyjna Mamuśka, której spadła gwiazdka z nieba i może przeżyć piękną przygodę w drugiej połowie życia. Podobnie jest z Nicholasem Galitzine, który od początku pokazuje, jakim jest chadem. Wie co i jak działa na kobiety w każdym wieku. Wie kiedy musi skrócić dystans, a kiedy trzeba się wycofać. Wie kiedy należy przypuścić szturm, a kiedy puścić lejce, tym samym pozwalając sprawom potoczyć się ich naturalnym rytmem. Fakt, cechuje go młodzieńczy entuzjazm i mógłby to zrobić lepiej... Ale tym lepiej świadczy to o dopracowanym scenariuszu. Nie wiem, czy celowo grał trochę jak drewno, czy taki był zamysł reżysera, autorki książki etc. ale to też pasuje do tego typu romansu.
Chciałbym pochwalić ten film, bo poza nudą nie mam mu nic do zarzucenia, ale przespałem się, porozmawiałem z Asią. Choć film podobał nam się, to jednocześnie nie powalił nas na łopatki. Jednocześnie nie mogę powiedzieć, że jest to "po prostu niezły zapychacz czasu", jak G-20, bo jest od niego nieco lepszy. The Idea of You to po prostu solidna robota. Ode mnie 7.5/10 - polecam obejrzeć z partnerem lub partnerką.
Vu l'affiche, on s'est dit que ça allait être original et, comme on avait déjà vu d'autres aventures du Dr Dolittle, on savait pertinemment qu'il pouvait dialoguer avec les animaux.
Synopsis :
Le jeune Tommy Stubbins (Harry Collett) apprend à chasser, avec son père et son frère. Tommy est distrait par un écureuil, mais il se met en position pour tirer sur un des volatiles que son frère a fait décoller. Il tire et rate le volatile, par contre, il a touché l'écureuil .. Il veut à tout prix sauver cet écureuil, mais son père et son frère rentrent à la maison.
Il aperçoit alors un perroquet qui, lui semble-t-il, l'invite à le suivre. Evidemment, il le suit et il arrive devant la demeure du Dr Dolittle. La porte de cette propriété n'a pas été ouverte depuis longtemps. Le perroquet lui montre un chemin, qu'il emprunte, avec le petit écureuil qu'il a mis dans une boîte.
Même si le Dr Dolittle (Robert Downey jr) ne l'accueille pas les bras ouverts, l'arrivée d'une jeune fille, envoyée par la reine malade, et les arguments des animaux autour d'eux, vont convaincre le Dr Dolittle de reprendre du service.
Mon avis et petites infos :
C'est clairement un film pour enfants et je vous conseille de le regarder avec des yeux d'enfants. C'est ce que j'ai fait et je m'en suis bien amusée.
Je trouve Robert Downey Jr très bon acteur et ses rôles le rendent très sympathique, que ce soit ici (même s'il est quelque peu grincheux au début) ou dans le rôle de Sherlock Holmes ou comme Iron Man, ..
Les autres acteurs dans des rôles d'humains sont : Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Jim Broadbent, Jessie Buckley pour les + connus.
Les acteurs qui font les voix des animaux : Emma Thompson, Rami Malek, John Cena, Tom Holland, Ralph Fiennes, Selena Gomez, Marion Cotillard, Jason Mantzoukas, Frances de la Tour, pour les + connus également et dans la version originale.
Du beau monde donc pour le plaisir des petits et grands enfants.
As I have become accustomed to doing, I watched a movie that took me back to my childhood, when my cousin would stay over to watch movies with my sister and me, and that movie was Aquamarine. It never hurts to remember this type of film, which is refreshing and reminds us to value the bonds we create as children.
Also known in Latin America as Mi amiga la sirena, it was released in 2006, directed by Elizabeth Allen and starring Sara Paxton, Emma Roberts, and JoJo. It is based on the book Aquamarine by Alice Hoffman, and the film is considered a romantic comedy for children.
The story follows two friends, Claire and Hailey, who live in a small coastal town in Florida. However, they are facing a dilemma, as Hailey's mother has been transferred to Australia for work, which would mean the two of them would have to separate. After a stormy night and a deep desire to change the dilemma she found herself in, a miracle occurs.
Claire and Hailey meet a mermaid named Aquamarine, who, after the storm and ending up in the pool of a beach club, ends up telling the girls that she has run away from home because her father wants her to marry a sea horse, which she refuses because she wants to experience what they call “love” and wants to prove it to him at all costs. However, the mermaid has a clear goal: a boy named Raymond. The young friends did not agree at first, as he is also the love interest of both of them. However, when she tells them that by helping a mermaid, they will have a wish granted, they end up accepting the proposal.
Will our young mermaid be able to prove to her father that love does exist? Will Claire and Hailey have to part ways?
I remember that, at the time, the film captivated me with its mermaid theme and all that. I've always been drawn to mythology, but when I watched it again, I realized that it's not really original. It's a cliché with a simple plot, without much fuss, that envelops you in the theme of friendship in a fun and sweet way, making you feel the value of friends. In addition, it also conveys a very important lesson: learning to let go and that goodbyes are not always the end of everything, but rather the beginning of new stages in life.
The relationship between these three friends felt very genuine, the chemistry between the actors was beautiful, and in addition to their performances being well suited to their characters, their personalities were clearly differentiated. To be honest, this is not a film for a general audience; it is clearly aimed at a very young audience, so older viewers may find it unentertaining and predictable. Even so, the atmosphere and settings are handled in accordance with the tender and charming vibes that the plot sought to convey.
Despite the film's flaws, I have very fond memories of it, which is why I am fond of it and find it refreshing in a way. At the very least, it is entertaining and a good way to pass the time, and I find Aquamarine's witticisms and interactions with her friends very charming.
The images were captured from the IMDb website. Cover designed in CANVA. Text translated in DeepL.
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Como me he acostumbrado, me vi una película que me remontó a mi niñez, cuando mi prima se quedaba a ver películas con mi hermana y mi persona y esa fue Aquamarine, así que nunca esta de más recordar este estilo de filme que son refrescante y que nos recuerda a valorar esos lazos que creamos de niños.
Conocida también en Hispanoamérica Mi amiga la sirena, fue estrenada en el año 2006, bajo la dirección de Elizabeth Allen y protagonizada por Sara Paxton, Emma Roberts y JoJo. Esta basada en el libro Aquamarine de Alice Hoffman y el filme es considerado una comedia romántica infantil.
La historia sigue a dos amigas, Claire y Hailey, las cuales viven en un pequeño lugar costero de Florida, sin embargo, están enfrentando un dilema, pues la mamá de Hailey la trasladaron a Australia por el trabajo, por lo que eso indicaría la separación de ambas. Tras una noche de tormenta y un deseo profundo de cambiar en el dilema en el que se encontraba, un milagro ocurre.
Claire y Hailey conocen a una sirena llamada Aquamarine, quien tras la tormenta y parar en la piscina de un club de la playa, les termina comentando a las chicas que se ha escapado de casa, pues su padre quiere que se case con un caballo de mar, a lo cual rechaza, porque ella quiere experimentar eso a lo que llaman “amor” y quiere demostrárselo a como de lugar. Pero, la sirena tiene un objetivo claro, un chico llamado Raymond, las jóvenes amigas no estaban de acuerdo en un inicio, pues también es el interés amoroso de ambas, no obstante, al comentarles que al ayudar a una sirena se les cumple un deseo, por lo que terminan aceptando la propuesta.
¿Será capaz nuestra joven sirena de probarle a su padre que el amor si existe? ¿Claire y Hailey no tendrá que separarse?
Recuerdo que, en ese entonces, la película me cautivó mucho por el tema de las sirenas y todo eso, siempre me he sentido atraída por esto de lo mitológico, sin embargo, al volverla a ver, pues original, que se diga original no lo es; es un cliché con una trama sencilla, sin mucho rollo y que te envuelve en el tema de la amistad, de una manera divertida y dulce, haciéndote sentir ese valor de las amigas. Aunado que, también te transmite un aprendizaje muy importante: el aprender a soltar y que las despedidas no siempre es el final de todo, es el comienzo de nuevas etapas de la vida.
Realmente la relación de estas tres amigas se sentía muy genuina, la química entre los actores era hermosa, además de las interpretaciones adecuadas a sus personajes, se diferenciaban claramente sus personalidades. Siendo sincera, no es un filme para un publico general, se nota que es más para una audiencia muy juvenil, por lo que los más adultos pueden que no la considere entretenida y predecible; aun así, la atmosfera y los escenarios son manejados de acuerdo a las vibras tiernas y encantadoras que buscaba la trama transmitir.
7/10 Historia │ 8/10 Actuaciones │ 7/10 Sonido │ 8/10 Escenario │ 7.5/10 General
A pesar de las fallas de este filme, tengo muy bonitos recuerdos con esta película, por eso le tengo cariño y que es refrescante de algún modo, por lo menos para pasar el rato entretiene, además de que las ocurrencias de Aquamarine y sus interacciones con sus amigas se me hacen muy bonitas.
Las imágenes fueron capturadas de la página IMDb. Portada diseñada en CANVA. Texto traducido en DeepL.
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Hello friends of Hive, I hope you are doing super well, this time I want to share a new review with you, I will talk to you about a movie that I have been wanting to see for a long time, today I will give you my opinions on: The Idea of You.. after watching it yesterday on Prime Video, like this, curled up on the couch, like.. I got the vibe, it's one of those movies that, of course, touches a nerve, and in a good way.. and let's see, what's the thing about? Anne Hathaway appears, who is good, what a woman!, playing Solène... she is a 40-year-old single mother, very cool, owner of a super cool art gallery in Los Angeles, I mean, it seems like she has her life more or less sorted after a divorce... but, by one of those crazy twists of life, that you won't even believe, at Coachella (yes, at Coachella!), she crosses paths by pure chance with Hayes Campbell, played by Nicholas Galitzine, and here comes the good part: Hayes is not just any pretty face... the guy is 24 years old and he is the lead singer of August Moon, who in the movie is like THE biggest boy band in the universe... BOOM!
Instant sparks, but those giant sparks that you can't deny and that make you say "oh, this is going to get complicated" ... the entire movie is about their super-fast romance and the BIG but: the 16 year difference in them and the fact that he is famous insanely... now, about this little band, August Moon... let's be clear: the internet has been saying for CENTURIES that the book the movie is based on, written by Robinne Lee, is basically a Harry Styles fanfic. The author kind of plays dumb, you know? She never confirms it, but she never says no either... and watching the movie? Yeah, you totally get the One Direction vibe with Hayes and August Moon, knowing that adds like another interesting layer, don't you think? It makes you wonder, is this how fans imagine these impossible encounters would play out? It's fascinating to see it on screen, whether it's officially "inspired by Harry" or not... it connects so much with that whole cultural movement.
Hola amigos de Hive, espero que estén super bien, en esta ocasión les quiero compartir una nueva reseña, les hablaré de una película que tenía ganas de ver desde hace tiempo, hoy les daré mis opiniones de: The idea of You.. después de verla ayer en Prime Video, así, acurrucado/a en el sofá, como que.. le agarré la onda, es de esas pelis que, claro, te tocan una fibra, y para bien.. y a ver, ¿de qué va la vaina? Sale Anne Hathaway, que bueno, ¡qué mujer!, haciendo de Solène.. es una mamá soltera de 40 años, con toda la onda, dueña de una galería de arte súper cool en Los Ángeles, o sea, parece que ya tiene su vida más o menos arreglada después de un divorcio.. pero, por una de esas vueltas de la vida ¡loquísimas!, que ni te crees, en Coachella (¡sí, en Coachella!), se cruza de pura casualidad con Hayes Campbell, que lo interpreta Nicholas Galitzine, y aquí viene lo bueno: Hayes no es cualquier carita bonita.. el chavo tiene 24 años y es el cantante principal de August Moon, que en la peli es como LA boy band más grande del universo.. ¡PUM!
Chispas al instante, peroo de esas chispas gigantes que no puedes negar y que te hacen decir "uy, esto se va a poner complicado".. toda la película es sobre su romance súper rápido y el GRAN pero: los 16 años de diferencia y que él es famoso nivel estratosférico.. ahora, sobre la bandita esta, August Moon.. a ver, seamos claros: internet lleva SIGLOS diciendo que el libro en el que se basa la peli, escrito por Robinne Lee, es básicamente un fanfic de Harry Styles. La autora como que se hace la loca, ¿saben? Nunca lo confirma, pero tampoco dice que no.. y viendo la película? Sí, totalmente sientes la vibra tipo One Direction con Hayes y August Moon, saber eso le pone como otra capa más interesante, ¿no creen? Te deja pensando, ¿así es como los fans se imaginan que pasarían estos encuentros imposibles? Está fascinante verlo en pantalla, sea "inspirado en Harry" oficialmente o no.. conecta un montón con toda esa movida cultural.
But don't think this is like After, you know, that kind of dark and toxic saga that they also said was because of Harry Styles... come on, this movie is a different vibe, it's miles away... yes, they sell it to you as a romantic comedy, and of course it has its funny parts and its charm, but I tell you, for me, it's more like a romantic drama, you're going to laugh, you're going to get those butterflies in your stomach, those sighs, but it also gets into the real fights that their relationship brings... sometimes it succeeds better than others, but it tries. The truth is, it's super sweet, very tender at times, and although the idea sounds crazy, the relationship feels quite healthy, it totally fulfills that of being a movie to feel good (almost always)... it knows perfectly what it's playing in this love movie thing.
And a big, BIG part of why it works so well is Anne Hathaway.. is there anything this woman doesn't do RIGHT? She looks spectacular as Solène, she radiates light, she infuses it with warmth, a vulnerability, she makes you feel close to her, even though Solène's life is like one of super luxury and glamour... you believe everything: when she doubts at first, when she suddenly feels super happy, her internal struggles and the pain she feels at the end. It's that Hathaway has that magic of telling you a thousand things with a look, with that smile that phew! lights up everything, or how her eyes water... in a flash you are on her side, supporting her... her character is the best thing about the film, that Solène is a confident woman, who is not looking for a guy to 'complete' her or rescue her, but rather she stumbles upon someone who, without looking for it, adds more flavor and excitement to her life, it feels real, even if it's all kind of fantastical.
Then there's Nicholas Galitzine as Hayes... okay, he has that je ne sais quoi, the killer star gaze, the perfect pop star hair... you totally believe he's the world's heartthrob. Does he sometimes fall a little into the cliché of the sensitive boy band idol that no one understands? A little... at times he seemed like a caricature, but the truth is, I almost always found it believable how this guy is dealing with brutal fame and finding someone he can truly connect with... the most important thing? The chemistry between him and Anne Hathaway... wow, you can feel it! You know that's KEY in these movies, if you don't believe there's a vibe between them, it's all over the place! But here... of course you feel it, the scenes they have together, whether they're chatting calmly, flirting, or in the most... intimate moments, they just work.
Pero no crean que esto es como After, ¿saben?, esa saga medio oscura y tóxica que también decían que era por Harry Styles.. que va, está peli, es otra onda, está a kilómetros de distancia.. sí, te la venden como comedia romántica, y claro que tiene sus partes chistosas y su encanto, pero les digo, para mí, tira más a drama romántico, te vas a reír, te van a dar esas maripositas en la panza, esos suspiros, pero también le entra a las broncas reales que trae su relación... a veces lo logra mejor que otras, pero lo intenta. La verdad, es súper dulce, muy tierna a ratos, y aunque la idea suena loca, la relación se siente bastante sana, cumple totalmente con eso de ser una peli para sentirte bien (casi siempre).. sabe perfecto a lo que juega en esto de las pelis de amor.
Y gran, GRAN parte de por qué funciona tan bien es Anne Hathaway.. ¿hay algo que esta mujer no haga BIEN? Se ve espectacular como Solène, irradia luz, le mete una calidez, una vulnerabilidad, te hace sentirla cercana, aunque la vida de Solène sea como de súper lujo y glamour.. le crees todo: cuando duda al principio, cuando de repente se siente súper feliz, sus luchas internas y el dolor que siente al final. Es que Hathaway tiene esa magia de decirte mil cosas con una mirada, con esa sonrisa que ¡puf!, ilumina todo, o cómo se le aguan los ojos.. de volada estás de su lado, apoyándola.. el personaje de ella es lo mejor de la peli, que Solène es una mujer segura, que no anda buscando a un tipo que la 'complete' o la rescate, sino que se topa con alguien que, sin buscarlo, le pone más sabor y emoción a su vida, se siente real, aunque todo sea medio fantasioso.
Luego está Nicholas Galitzine como Hayes.. okay, tiene ese no-sé-qué, la mirada matadora, el pelo perfecto de estrella pop... te la crees todita que es el rompecorazones mundial. ¿Que a veces cae un poquito en el cliché del ídolo de boy band sensible y que nadie entiende? Un poco.. a ratos parecía caricatura, pero la verdad, casi siempre me pareció creíble como este muchacho está lidiando con una fama brutal y encontrando a alguien con quien conectar de verdad.. lo más importante? La química entre él y Anne Hathaway... ¡uff, se siente! Ustedes saben que eso es CLAVE en estas pelis, si no te crees que hay onda entre ellos, ¡ya valió todo! Pero aquí.. claro que la sientes, las escenas que tienen juntos, ya sea platicando tranquilos, echando el coqueteo o en los momentos más... íntimos simplemente funcionan.
And let's be honest, the movie plays a lot with fantasy. The idea of running into your famous crush and not only having him pay attention to you, but falling madly in love with you? That's like a dream, looking at it from another angle. The fantasy of finding that love like that, super intense and consuming, when you're older, when maybe you thought that door was already closed? The movie knows exactly who it's talking to and puts these fantasies on a silver platter, so that you stay for almost two hours thinking "what if...?" But this is where the thing kind of jumped out at me a little, the realism thing... because yes, what Anne Hathaway feels, wow, it feels super real - the insecurity, the joy, the fear of being judged - but the situations... are kind of hard to believe.
How do they meet? What, she accidentally walks into his private trailer at Coachella? You have to really want to believe it... you need to disconnect your brain from the almost science-fiction reality for it to make sense... Solène's life, while incredible, is very much that of a wealthy person: the big house, the successful art gallery, the super-chic clothes that didn't even take much effort. It looks nice and all, but who can easily identify with that? It was kind of elitist, and it's hard to connect when her problems happen amidst so much privilege, so yeah, it really feels more like a modern fairy tale than a raw, grounded romance.
Now, the music!.. oogan, the songs by the made-up band, August Moon, are good, eh, they fit perfectly with that pop sound, super produced, catchy... think like NSYNC with the Backstreet Boys and a touch of modern pop, they are super well done, and watch out! It seems that Galitzine does sing for real, which gives it points of authenticity.. that said, there is a scene where the band sings an entire song, from beginning to end, at a concert.. it felt kind of forced, you know? As if they wanted to put the music video in there so that the song would go viral, it kind of took me out of the story a little bit, but hey, the song was catchy, there’s no denying it!
Y a ver, seamos sinceros, la peli le juega mucho a la fantasía, ¿La idea de toparte con tu famoso crush y que no solo te haga caso, sino que se enamore perdidamente de ti? Eso es como el sueño, viéndolo de otro lado, ¿la fantasía de encontrar ese amor así, súper intenso y que te consume, ya más grande, cuando tal vez pensabas que esa puerta ya estaba cerrada? La película sabe perfecto a quién le habla y te pone estas fantasías en bandeja de plata, para que te quedes casi dos horas pensando "¿y si sí...?".. peeero, aquí es donde a mí como que me brincó un poquito la cosa, el rollo del realismo.. porque sí, lo que siente Anne Hathaway, wow, se siente súper real – la inseguridad, la alegría, el miedo a que la juzguen – pero las situaciones.. están medio difíciles de creer. ¿Cómo se conocen? ¿Que entra sin querer a su tráiler privado en Coachella?
Tienes que echarle muchas ganas para creértelo.. necesitas desconectar el cerebro de la realidad casi nivel ciencia ficción para que te cuadre.. la vida de Solène, aunque se ve increíble, sí es muy de gente con mucho dinero: la casota, la galería de arte exitosa, la ropa súper chic sin esforzarse ni poquito. Se ve bonito y todo, pero pues, ¿quién se identifica fácil con eso? era medio elitista y que cuesta conectar cuando sus problemas pasan en medio de tanto privilegio, así que sí, la verdad se siente más como un cuento de hadas moderno que un romance así, crudo y aterrizado.
Ahora, la música!.. oigan, las rolas de la banda inventada, August Moon, están buenas, eh, le pegan perfecto a ese sonido pop, súper producido, pegadizo... piensen como en NSYNC con los Backstreet Boys y un toque de pop de ahora, están súper bien hechas, y ¡ojo!, parece que Galitzine sí canta de verdad, lo que le da puntos de autenticidad.. eso sí, hay una escena donde la banda se avienta toda una canción, de principio a fin, en un concierto.. se sintió medio forzado ¿saben? Como si a fuerza quisieran meter el videoclip ahí para que la rola se hiciera viral, como que me sacó un poquito de la historia, ¡pero bueno, la canción estaba pegadiza, ni cómo negarlo!
The film attempts to delve into more serious themes beyond pure romance, like how isolating extreme fame can be, especially for someone who grew up with all the cameras on them; how people judge women, especially mothers, who hang out with younger guys; how toxic social media is and all that online harassment... these are super interesting topics that are relevant today! Buuuut... I feel like the film just skims over them, like "there they are," showing you why they cause problems for them, but it doesn't really delve into any of them, especially the part about the judgment due to the age difference... that's where I felt like they missed a good opportunity to delve deeper into why people are the way they are, right? That double standard, instead of just giving you the mean internet comments. They give more weight to the love story, which, okay, is understandable for a romantic comedy, but I did want them to dig deeper there.
And watch out for this! It's rated R, for adults... that did throw me off, I mean, yes, it has its more intimate scenes, and the truth is they are shown in a more mature, more sensual way than the typical teen movie, it was cool to see that part of their relationship treated like that, without mincing words. But R? It seemed a bit exaggerated to me, maybe because of the mix of sensuality and the age issue that sent it there? Just so you know it's not as light and tender as it seems... so, is the story something never seen before? Well no, it follows the fairly classic formula of romantic comedies: they meet (albeit in a crazy way), they get together hard, external difficulties arise that threaten the relationship, the emotional ups and downs, maybe they separate and the ending... it touches on points that we already know and uses clichés of the genre that we've seen a thousand times. But you know what? Most of the time, I didn't care! Why?
Because Hathaway is incredible, the chemistry between them is brutal!, and the journey in general is enjoyable and hooks you emotionally... although I do agree with some critics who said that the pace slows down a little bit halfway through, there's a part where the problem of "will they be able to or not?", "can this work?" feels kind of repetitive... they could have cut back a little there... for me, it gets a good 7.5/10. It plays really well to the romance and the emotional connection, although it doesn't go into the most complicated issues as deeply as possible and yes, it falls into some clichés... if you're looking for something to sigh over, something that moves you, something entertaining, especially if you like Hathaway or just want a good romance, I do say: check it out! And well, that's all for today, we'll see in the next reviews, take care! Bye!
La peli le intenta entrar a temas más serios más allá del puro romance, como lo aislante que puede ser la fama extrema, sobre todo para alguien que creció con todas las cámaras encima; cómo la gente juzga a las mujeres, y más a las mamás, que andan con tipos más jóvenes; lo tóxicas que son las redes sociales y todo ese acoso online.. son temas súper interesantes y que pegan hoy en día! Peeero... siento que la peli nomás les da una pasadita por encima, como que dice "ahí están", te los muestra porque causan problemas para ellos, pero no se clava mucho en ninguno, sobre todo lo del juicio por la diferencia de edad... ahí sí sentí que dejaron ir una buena oportunidad para meterse más a fondo en por qué la gente es así, ¿no?, esa doble moral, en vez de solo ponerte los comentarios mala onda de internet. Le dan más peso a la historia de amor, que ok, se entiende para una comedia romántica, pero sí me quedé con ganas de que le rascaran más por ahi.
Y ojo con esto! Es clasificación R, para adultos.. eso sí me sacó de onda, o sea, sí, tiene sus escenas más íntimas, y la verdad las muestran de forma más madura, más sensualona que la típica peli para adolescentes, estuvo chido ver esa parte de su relación tratada así, sin pelos en la lengua. ¿Pero R? Se me hizo medio exagerado, será por la mezcla de lo sensual y el tema de la edad que la mandó para allá? Nomás para que sepan que no es taaan ligera y tierna como parece.. entonces, ¿que si la historia es algo nunca antes visto? Pues no, sigue la formulita bastante clásica de las comedias románticas: se conocen (aunque de forma loquísima), se enganchan fuerte, vienen las dificultades de afuera que amenazan la relación, el sube y baja emocional, tal vez se separan y el final.. va tocando puntos que ya conocemos y usa clichés del género que ya hemos visto mil veces. ¿Pero saben qué? La mayor parte del tiempo, ¡me dio igual! ¿Por qué?
Porque Hathaway está increíble, la química entre ellos es ¡brutal!, y el viaje en general se disfruta y te engancha emocionalmente.. aunque sí estoy de acuerdo con algunas críticas que decían que el ritmo como que se alenta un poquito a la mitad, hay una parte donde el problema de "¿van a poder o no?", "esto puede funcionar?" se siente medio repetitivo.. hubieran podido meter tijera ahí un poquito.. para mí, se lleva un buen 7.5/10. Le pega súper bien al romance y a la conexión emocional, aunque no se meta tan a fondo en los temas más complicados y sí, caiga en algunos clichés.. si andan buscando algo para suspirar, que les mueva algo, entretenido, sobre todo si les gusta Hathaway o nomás tienen ganas de un buen romance, yo sí les digo: ¡denle una checada! Y bueno, eso es todo por hoy, mal veremos en las próximas reseñas, cuidense mucho! Byebye!
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La reseña de esta semana sale desde el fondo de mi corazón ya que este drama la primera vez que lo ví me dejó enamorada, pero al mismo tiempo impactada tanto así que necesité tiempo para procesarlo y verlo una segunda vez para poder hacer está reseña, es sin duda uno de los mejores dramas que he visto. 🪄🥰🥹
This week's review comes from the bottom of my heart as this drama the first time I saw it left me in love, but at the same time shocked so much so that I needed time to process it and watch it a second time to be able to make this review, it is without a doubt one of the best dramas I've seen. 🪄🥰🥹
La historia sigue la vida de Yoon Ah Yi (Choi Sung Eun) una adolescente que, a pesar de enfrentar dificultades económicas y personales, descubre un mundo de esperanza al conocer al misterioso mago Lee Eul (Ji Chang Wook)
The story follows the life of Yoon Ah Yi (Choi Sung Eun) a teenager who, despite facing economic and personal hardships, discovers a world of hope when she meets the mysterious magician Lee Eul (Ji Chang Wook)
The Sound of Magic basado en el webtoon de Ha II Kwon, es una historia increíble que combina magia, 🪄 misterio, música 🎼 y reflexiones maravillosas de una manera única o por lo menos yo lo sentí así, sigue la historia de Yoon Ah Yi una adolescente con muchos problemas, ya que fue prácticamente abandonada por sus padres, su padre vive huyendo de los cobradores y ella tiene que estudiar y al mismo tiempo trabajar para mantenerse a ella y a su hermana menor, así que su situación económica es bastante precaria y entre trabajar, estudiar y huir de los cobradores de su padre vive constantemente estresada y agotada mentalmente.
The Sound of Magic based on Ha II Kwon's webtoon, is an amazing story that combines magic, 🪄 mystery, music 🎼 and wonderful reflections in a unique way or at least I felt that way, it follows the story of Yoon Ah Yi a teenager with many problems, since she was practically abandoned by her parents, her father lives on the run from debt collectors and she has to study and at the same time work to support herself and her younger sister, so her economic situation is quite precarious and between working, studying and running away from her father's debt collectors she lives constantly stressed and mentally exhausted.
Su vida cambia cuando conoce a Lee Eul un guapo y misterioso mago que vive en un parque de diversiones abandonado 🎡🎠🎪
Este enigmático mago que como Peter Pan quiere ser un niño para siempre, le muestra a Yoon Ah Yi una perspectiva diferente de la vida, le recuerda que tiene derecho a soñar y que antes era una niña que creía en la magia. 🪄
Her life changes when she meets Lee Eul a handsome and mysterious magician who lives in an abandoned amusement park 🎡🎠🎪
This enigmatic magician who like Peter Pan wants to be a boy forever, shows Yoon Ah Yi a different perspective on life, reminds her that she has the right to dream and that she used to be a girl who believed in magic. 🪄
El conflicto principal de este drama surge de la lucha entre los sueños y la cruda realidad que enfrentan ella y su compañero de clase Na Il Deung(Hwang In Yeob) un joven atrapado en las expectativas de éxito académico de su familia, algo bastante típico en la sociedad coreana por cierto, jóvenes obligados a seguir el camino que sus padres pavimentaron para ellos, poco a poco Il Deung comienza a sentirse inspirado por Yoon Ah Yi y Lee Eul y comienza a cuestionarse si debe seguir satisfaciendo las expectativas de los demás o las suyas propias.
The main conflict of this drama arises from the struggle between dreams and the harsh reality faced by her and her classmate Na Il Deung(Hwang In Yeob) a young man trapped in his family's expectations of academic success, something quite typical in Korean society by the way, young people forced to follow the path their parents paved for them, gradually Il Deung begins to feel inspired by Yoon Ah Yi and Lee Eul and starts to question whether he should continue to meet the expectations of others or his own.
Pero lo que comienza como un viaje fantástico al mundo de la magia 🪄 da un giro oscuro cuando nos preguntamos ¿Qué es lo que hemos visto exactamente? ¿Realmente existe la magia?. Más allá de otra historia sobre magia 🪄 este drama aborda un tema mucho más oscuro e importante que gira en torno al estrés, la presión social, la presión académica y como esto puede afectar la salud mental, lo difícil de la vida adulta y como está nos va robando las ganas de soñar y va mantando nuestro niño interior, a demás muestra como aquellos que se atreven a salir de la norma o forjar un camino diferente para ellos son duramente juzgados.
But what starts out as a fantastic journey into the world of magic 🪄 takes a dark turn when we wonder what exactly we have seen, does magic really exist 🪄. Beyond another story about magic 🪄 this drama tackles a much darker and important topic that revolves around stress, social pressure, academic pressure and how this can affect mental health, how difficult adult life is and how it robs us of the desire to dream and keeps our inner child, it also shows how those who dare to step out of the norm or forge a different path for themselves are harshly judged.
Quiero avisarles que este es un drama musical sí, al mejor estilo Disney 🥰 sé que este género no es el favorito de muchos, yo debo admitir que amo las películas musicales así que para mí fue ideal, pero les recomiendo aún así darle una oportunidad a este drama, ya que en solo 6 episodios te transporta a un mundo mágico lleno de enseñanzas increíbles, es fácil encariñarse con los personajes principales e incluso sentirse identificado.
I want to warn you that this is a musical drama yes, in the best Disney style 🥰 I know that this genre is not the favorite of many, I must admit that I love musical movies so for me it was ideal, but I still recommend you to give this drama a chance, because in only 6 episodes it transports you to a magical world full of incredible teachings, it is easy to get attached to the main characters and even feel identified.
Las actuaciones fueron bastante sólidas, este drama fue quien me dió el gusto de conocer a Ji Chang Wook actor que interpreta al enigmático y misterioso mago, la verdad no sé cómo hizo este actor para en tan solo 6 capitulos mostrar tanta habilidad actoral y sí, así de profundas son las emociones de este mini drama, me dejó impactada y con ganas de ver más de su trabajo.
The performances were pretty solid, this drama was the one that gave me the pleasure to meet Ji Chang Wook actor who plays the enigmatic and mysterious magician, the truth is I don't know how this actor did in just 6 chapters to show so much acting ability and yes, so deep are the emotions of this mini drama, it left me shocked and wanting to see more of his work.
En fin, ¿Qué puntaje le doy a este drama? a pesar de haberme dejado traumada la primera vez que lo ví, le doy un 10/10 no es porque me guste que me traumen 🤣 es porque tiene una encantadora mezcla, de magia 🪄 música 🎵 misterio, enseñanzas sumamente importantes y hasta crimen que la hacen increíblemente adictiva y conmovedora. 🥰🪄🎪🎠🎡✨
Anyway, what score do I give this drama, despite leaving me traumatized the first time I watched it, I give it a 10/10 it's not because I like to be traumatized 🤣 it's because it has a lovely mix, of magic 🪄 music 🎵 mystery, extremely important teachings and even crime that make it incredibly addictive and moving. 🥰🪄🎪🎠🎡✨
Cuéntenme en los comentarios si ya vieron este drama ¿Qué les pareció? Y si no lo han visto ¿Se animan a verlo? 😉😊
Tell me in the comments if you have already seen this drama, what did you think? And if you haven't seen it, do you dare to watch it 😉😊.
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Hello, happy day to everyone. Today is a busy day, yes, despite being Sunday, but I'm back to my work in the venture after a week's break where we were taking strength to create new products. So yesterday I tried to rest a bit, and I took those hours of rest to start a new series that was recommended to me. I already finished the six seasons of Cobra Kay, honestly, I recommend it to you, it is very good... and the new series I started yesterday is called “Ghosts”.
It is not a horror series that leaves us petrified in our seats or we hide under the covers, hahaha, it does have its share of horror but it is located in the comedy genre as it is more funny than scary. I am going to give you a brief description and summary of this production.
GHOSTS
1.- Description
Ghosts is a comedy series with a horror theme, but it's still fun. The series is called “Ghosts” in the US, and “Fantasmas” in Spain and Latin America. There are two versions: the original British version, which has five seasons, and the American version, which has four seasons. On Netflix Latin America, only the first two seasons are available, one with 18 episodes and the second with 22 episodes. Subscribers are waiting for the last two.
The main characters are played by Rose McIver as Samantha (Sam) and Utkarsh Ambudkar as Jay. The series premiered in October 2021 on CBS.
2.- Summary
The series Ghosts is about an American couple who receive news that they have inherited an old family home in the countryside. Samantha and Jay, excited by the news, although with some differences about what to do with the mansion, decided to travel to see it and found only a place in ruins, inhabited by a group of ghosts of old residents who had died there.
After having an accident, Sam realizes that she can see and hear the ghosts in the house, and thus begins the adventure within those four walls, amid discoveries of bones in the garden, plans to turn the house into a hotel, and the ghosts tormenting Sam by interfering in all her decisions.
3.- My opinion
I mainly like horror movies, even though this may seem contradictory because I am very fearful of paranormal topics. However, when they are combined with comedy, I like them even more, as comedy movies and series are among my favorites, and this combination caught my attention when it was recommended to me.
From the beginning, I was hooked on the series when I saw the antics of the ghosts that inhabit the house and their opinions based on the era in which they lived at the time of their death. They all contradict each other, as some are from centuries ago and others are more recent, so the eras are completely different, as are their ideas.
The only thing that bothers me is that I don't know where to download the last two seasons, since Netflix and Prime Video, where they are shown, only have the first two. For now, I'll enjoy the first two seasons, which have a total of 40 episodes.
I hope you enjoyed my post... thank you for visiting my blog.
Hola, feliz día para todos. Hoy es un día de mucho trabajo, sí, a pesar de ser domingo, pero ya regreso a mis labores en el emprendimiento después de una semana de pausa donde estábamos tomando fuerzas para crear nuevos productos. Así que ayer traté de descansar un poco, y me tomé esas horas de descanso para iniciar una nueva serie que me recomendaron. Ya finalicé las seis temporadas de Cobra Kay, sinceramente, se las recomiendo, es muy buena… y la nueva serie que inicié ayer se llama “Fantasmas”.
No se trata de una serie de terror de las que nos dejan petrificados en el asiento o nos ocultamos debajo de las cobijas, jajaja, sí tiene su cuota de terror pero está ubicada en el género comedia ya que es más divertida que tenebrosa. Les voy a dar una breve descripción y resumen de esta producción.
FANTASMAS
1.- Descripción
Fantasmas es una serie de género comedia con un ambiente de terror pero divertido. La serie en USA se titula “Ghosts”, y en España y Latinoamérica se titula “Fantasmas”. Tiene dos versiones; una británica que es la original, y tiene 5 temporadas, y la estadounidense que tiene 4 temporadas. En Netflix Latinoamérica sólo se pueden ver las dos primeras temporadas, una de 18 capítulos, y la segunda con 22 capítulos. Los suscriptores están a la espera de las dos últimas.
Los personajes principales están a cargo de Rose McIver como Samantha (Sam), y Utkarsh Ambudkar en el papel de Jay. La serie se estrenó en octubre de 2021 por CBS.
2.- Resumen
La serie Fantasmas trata sobre una pareja estadounidense que recibe la noticia de que heredaron una vieja casa familiar situada en el campo. Samantha y Jay, emocionados por la noticia, aunque con algunas diferencias acerca del destino que le darán a la mansión, decidieron viajar para conocerla y sólo encontraron un lugar que se hallaba en ruinas, y de paso, estaba habitada por un grupo de fantasmas de viejos residentes del lugar que habían fallecido ahí.
Luego de tener un accidente, Sam se da cuenta que puede ver y oír a los fantasmas que se encuentran en la casa, y de esa manera comienza la aventura dentro de aquellas cuatro paredes, en medio de hallazgos de huesos en el jardín, la intención de convertir la casa en un hotel, y los fantasmas atormentando a Sam con su intervención en todas sus decisiones.
3.- Mi opinión
Principalmente, me gustan las películas de terror así esto sea contradictorio porque soy full miedosa con respecto a los temas paranormales, pero si se combinan con comedia, me gustan más ya que las películas y series de risas son unas de mis favoritas, y esta combinación me llamó la atención cuando me la recomendaron.
Desde el inicio me atrapó la serie al ver las ocurrencias de los fantasmas que habitan la casa, y sus opiniones basadas en la época que vivían al momento de fallecer. Todos se contradicen, ya que hay algunos de siglos pasados, y también los hay recientes, por lo que las épocas discrepan totalmente al igual que sus ideas.
Lo único que me incomoda es que no sé dónde bajar las dos últimas temporadas ya que en Netflix y Prime Vídeo que es donde las pasan, sólo están las dos primeras. Por lo pronto, me divertiré con las dos primeras temporadas que suman 40 capítulos en total.
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Sometimes we come across anime that just from the title pique our curiosity... but once we start watching, it's hard to put down. For me, One Punch Man is one of those... The first time I saw Saitama appear, I didn't expect him to be so unique. Bald, with a blank face, but able to defeat giant monsters with just one punch… who wouldn't be surprised? It felt like I'd found a non-mainstream character intentionally created to "tweak" all the classic superhero anime formulas...
I was watching it alone at home, just for fun because I'd seen so many memes about him online. The first five minutes were already hilarious. A huge monster appears, screaming that it wants to destroy the city, people panic, the other heroes are overwhelmed... and then Saitama just comes, bam! one punch, and it's over... But after laughing, I started to think, "If everything could be over that quickly, wouldn't life be boring?"
Saitama is unique. Usually, the main character in shounen anime has to train for years, lose countless times, before finally winning at the climax... But he's been at god-level since the beginning of the story. Ironically, that's precisely what makes him feel empty. There's no longer the thrill of battle, no opponents to make him breathless, and even the sense of satisfaction after victory is gone...
Most Memorable Moment The scene that sticks in my mind the most is when he fought Boros in the first season. Boros is an opponent who is said to be able to make Saitama take things a little seriously. The fight was magnificent, the animation effects were cool, and the music was hair-raising. But still, in the end, Boros lost with one final blow. From that moment, I realized that the problem with Saitama isn't whether he can win, but whether he's up to the challenge...
• Genos : The Loyal Disciple Who Dedicates His Life...!
The supporting characters are equally interesting Genos , Saitama's loyal disciple, has a completely different personality. He's serious - ambitious and always looking to improve... Their dynamic brings the story to life—the aloof Saitama paired with the dedicated Genos... Sometimes it makes you laugh, sometimes it makes you think...!
For me , One Punch Man isn't just a hilarious , action-packed anime. Behind all the jokes and instant punches. there's a life message : if everything is too easy, it feels empty in the long run. It's the process—falling, getting back up, fighting—that makes the end result worthwhile...
• Conclusion
So, yeah… that's a little bit of my story about One Punch Man. For some , it might just be a lighthearted show that makes you laugh, but for me, there's a deeper side to it. If you've seen it, please tell us which moments or characters stuck with you the most. Who knows, we might have the same favorites , and we can chat and laugh together in the comments.
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Written by: E. Max Frye
Directed by: Mikael Solomon
Running Time: 62 minutes
It is an essential axiom for any discerning viewer that Hollywood productions, whether film or television, must be approached with profound scepticism as historical documents. Even those lauded for their meticulous production design and commitment to authenticity, such as the highly-praised 2001 miniseries Band of Brothers, ultimately serve narrative drama first and historical record second. While the series stands as arguably the most significant televisual depiction of the Second World War produced in the 21st Century, its third episode, Carentan, provides a compelling case study in how dramatic imperatives and narrative compression can subtly, yet significantly, distort the historical reality it seeks to portray.
Set in the chaotic aftermath of D-Day, Carentan follows the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne as they consolidate their hold on Normandy. The episode opens with the paratroopers scattered across the countryside after their disastrous drop behind enemy lines. The town of Carentan becomes a strategic linchpin: its capture would link the Allied beachheads, while its retention by German forces could sever the advance and push the Allies back into the sea. Easy Company, under the leadership of Lieutenant Richard Winters (Damian Lewis), faces fierce resistance from Fallschirmjäger (German paratroopers) entrenched in the town. Despite heavy casualties, the Americans secure Carentan, only to endure a brutal counterattack days later when German armour overwhelms their positions. The tide turns with the arrival of the U.S. 2nd Armoured Division, whose Sherman tanks repel the assault. The episode closes with Easy Company withdrawn to England for respite, their camaraderie frayed by grief and exhaustion as they tally the losses of their comrades.
While the broad strokes of this narrative align with historical accounts, the episode’s compression of timelines and selective focus on Easy Company’s exploits glosses over the broader complexities of the Carentan campaign. For instance, the real operation involved coordination with the 501st and 508th Parachute Infantry Regiments, yet the episode centres almost exclusively on Easy Company, amplifying their heroism at the expense of a more nuanced portrayal of Allied efforts. This narrative framing, though effective for dramatic purposes, risks perpetuating the myth of the "lone hero" in war, a trope that Band of Brothers otherwise seeks to dismantle.
Carentan diverges stylistically from the first two episodes, adopting a grittier, more frenetic aesthetic reminiscent of Saving Private Ryan. The opening scenes of urban combat—chaotic, blood-soaked, and claustrophobic—mirror Spielberg’s 1998 film, with desaturated colours immersing viewers in the chaos of close-quarters fighting. Soldiers are maimed by artillery, disintegrated by mortar fire, or left twitching in the streets, their deaths rendered with unflinching brutality. This visual language, while powerful, contrasts sharply with the more restrained, documentary-style realism of earlier episodes, creating tonal dissonance that feels jarring rather than cohesive.
The second half of the episode, dedicated to what would later be remembered as "Battle of the Bloody Gulch," shifts to open-field combat, where Easy Company faces German armour on exposed terrain. Here, the series leans into the visceral impact of mechanised warfare, juxtaposing the paratroopers’ vulnerability with the raw firepower of tanks. The depiction of the Fallschirmjäger as elite, fanatical foes—equal in tenacity but ultimately outmatched—serves to elevate the American soldiers’ heroism. However, the arrival of U.S. armour to rescue the paratroopers, while historically accurate, reinforces a recurring theme in Western war media: the inevitability of technological superiority overriding human resilience. This simplification risks overshadowing the logistical and tactical ingenuity that characterised real airborne operations.
The episode’s most compelling and contentious element is its focus on Private Albert Blithe (Marc Warren), a relatively obscure figure in the historical record who is elevated to a central narrative role. Blithe, introduced as a disoriented paratrooper separated from Easy Company after D-Day, embodies the psychological toll of combat. His temporary hysterical blindness—a documented condition among soldiers exposed to extreme trauma—serves as a metaphor for the disorientation and fear gripping many inexperienced troops. The scene in which Lt. Ronald Spiers (Matthew Settle) delivers a cold, almost nihilistic pep talk, urging Blithe to accept his mortality, is a fictionalised yet potent exploration of how soldiers reconcile fear with duty. However, the flashback depicting Spiers executing German prisoners feels gratuitously "artsy," its stylised violence clashing with the episode’s otherwise grounded realism.
Blithe’s arc reaches a crescendo during the second battle, where he overcomes his paralysis to kill a German paratrooper and claim an Edelweiss as a trophy—a symbolic assertion of agency. His subsequent volunteering for a patrol and being shot in the neck further humanises him, though the episode’s closing title card declaring he "never recovered" and died in 1948 is a glaring inaccuracy. This narrative choice, while emotionally resonant, perpetuates a myth born from post-war disconnection. Blithe’s absence from Easy Company reunions led veterans and historian Stephen E. Ambrose to erroneously conclude he had died, a mistake enshrined in the series despite later corrections.
The historical record paints a different picture. Blithe survived the war and continued his military career, rising to Master Sergeant and serving in the Korean War with the 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team. There, he earned a Bronze Star and Silver Star for valour, including a daring parachute jump behind enemy lines surrounded by Chinese forces. His death in 1967, attributed to complications from a perforated ulcer while stationed in West Germany, contrasts sharply with the show’s tragic epilogue. This error, though minor in the grand scheme of the series, highlights the dangers of conflating anecdotal accounts with verified history. Ambrose’s reliance on oral histories from aging veterans—a cornerstone of his research—introduced gaps that the show’s writers amplified for dramatic effect.
Blithe’s family, however, expressed gratitude for his portrayal, with his son thanking Marc Warren for capturing his father’s "essence." This duality—where historical inaccuracy serves emotional truth—exemplifies the paradox of Band of Brothers. The series succeeds in humanising the soldiers’ experiences, even if it sacrifices precision to do so. Blithe’s arc, though fictionalised, resonates because it reflects a universal reality of war: the struggle to reconcile fear with duty, and the long shadow of trauma that outlives the battlefield.
Carentan is a masterclass in war storytelling, blending intimate character drama with large-scale combat sequences. Yet its treatment of Blithe underscores a recurring issue in historical fiction: the prioritisation of narrative cohesion over factual rigour. While the episode’s depiction of the battles for Carentan and Bloody Gulch is largely accurate, the embellishment of Blithe’s personal story—and the perpetuation of a myth about his death—serves as a reminder that even the most lauded productions are not immune to error. For viewers, this demands a critical eye: Band of Brothers is an invaluable window into the emotional landscape of war, but it is not a substitute for rigorous historical inquiry. The real Albert Blithe’s legacy, one of resilience and service, deserves to be remembered not as a casualty of artistic licence, but as a testament to the complexities of translating lived experience into fiction.
