Hola, amigos de la comunidad de Movies & TV. Espero que se encuentren muy bien ✨. Hace poco vi una serie de películas que mi hermana me recomendó y que vio conmigo; algunas fueron de Marvel y la que hoy vengo a reseñar es Entrevista con el vampiro, una película bastante vieja estrenada en el año 1994 y de la que hace poco salió también una serie inspirada en la historia con algunos detalles diferentes, pero que también captó la atención de los fanáticos de esta historia de drama llena de vampiros sedientos y con una relación un tanto diferente a lo habitual. Los invito a leer mi reseña 🩸.

Hello, friends of the Movies & TV community. I hope you are doing great ✨. I recently watched a series of movies that my sister recommended and watched with me; some were from Marvel and the one I come today to review is Interview with the Vampire, a pretty old movie released in the year 1994 and of which recently came out also a series inspired by the story with some different details, but that also caught the attention of fans of this drama story full of thirsty vampires and with a somewhat different relationship than usual. I invite you to read my review 🩸.

La película nos comienza contando la historia de Louis de Pointe du Lac, un hombre que fue víctima de un vampiro que lo convirtió también en uno. Louis quiere contar su historia desde su perspectiva e invita a un periodista que, a pesar de saber que él es un vampiro, le parece muy intrigante esta historia. La historia va en retroceso; podemos ver cómo comenzó toda la historia de Louis, quien fue víctima de un vampiro llamado Lestat, quien tiene una personalidad única, extravagante y muy fiestera. Cuando Louis fue convertido en vampiro, tuvo que aprender a vivir una nueva forma de vida en donde ya no envejecería y tendría la sed de sangre a flor de piel.

The film begins by telling the story of Louis de Pointe du Lac, a man who was the victim of a vampire who turned him into one himself. Louis wants to tell his story from his perspective and invites a journalist who, despite knowing that he is a vampire, finds this story very intriguing. The story goes backwards; we get to see how the whole story began for Louis, who was the victim of a vampire named Lestat, who has a unique, flamboyant and very party-like personality. When Louis was turned into a vampire, he had to learn to live a new way of life where he would no longer age and would have bloodlust at its peak.

En la época de los 1800s es cuando más se siente el despertar de los vampiros dentro de la comunidad de Nueva Orleans, todas las escenas tienen un toque sombrío y lleno de referencias de la época cómo la vestimenta, la cultura, los trabajos a los que se dedica la población, la forma en la que viven las personas de ese lugar, los trabajos y las fiestas que no pueden faltar dónde Lestat es uno de los primeros en aprovechar estos festejos para cazar a sus próximas víctimas teniendo en cuenta que ahora debe integrar a Louis quien a pesar de ser un vampiro nuevo dentro de la comunidad, aún posee algo de cordura y tiene pensamientos coherentes acerca de no querer asesinar a ningún humano, pero tiene el deseo de hacerlo y lo hace porque debe sobrevivir a esta nueva versión de él en la que se siente desgraciado por acabar con la vida de personas inocentes.

In the time of the 1800s is when the awakening of the vampires within the community of New Orleans is most felt, all the scenes have a somber touch and full of references of the time how the clothes, the culture, the jobs to which the population is dedicated, the way in which the people of that place live, the jobs and the parties that can not miss where Lestat is one of the first to take advantage of these festivities to hunt his next victims taking into account that now he must integrate Louis who despite being a new vampire in the community, still has some sanity and has coherent thoughts about not wanting to kill any human, but has the desire to do so and does it because he must survive this new version of him in which he feels unhappy to end the lives of innocent people.

Entre las actuaciones destaca la de Tom Cruise como Lestat, siendo el vampiro que convirtió a Louis, quien fue interpretado por Brad Pitt. Tom tiene el aura perfecta de un vampiro cínico y que encuentra en Louis una conexión más allá de su propia forma de vida; además, es más arrebatado, siente que puede hacer lo que quiere en el momento que sea, tiene una apariencia impactante y muy atractiva, lo que hace que las mujeres se sientan atraídas hacia él, aunque este no sienta más que el deseo de matarlas. En cuanto a Brad Pitt, quien interpreta a Louis, también tiene una apariencia intrigante, pero conserva un poco de cordura humana y esto lo lleva a tener conflictos entre lo que está bien y lo que no. Ambos hicieron un trabajo increíble como actores y, aunque no soy tan fan de las historias de vampiros, esta me encantó por lo buenos que fueron al darle vida a esta famosa historia. Cabe destacar también la participación de Kirsten Dunst, quien interpreta a la pequeña Claudia, una niña que fue convertida en vampiro a manos de Lestat y quien vive en conflicto porque no acepta su nueva forma de vida y la apariencia que tiene, donde, aunque pasen los años, ella sigue en el cuerpo de una niña siendo ya una adulta. Ella es un personaje controversial e interesante que agrega una sensación de tensión dentro de la historia.

Among the performances is Tom Cruise as Lestat, being the vampire who turned Louis, who was played by Brad Pitt. Tom has the perfect aura of a cynical vampire who finds in Louis a connection beyond his own way of life; moreover, he is more rapturous, he feels he can do whatever he wants at any time, he has a striking and very attractive appearance, which makes women feel attracted to him, although he feels nothing more than the desire to kill them. As for Brad Pitt, who plays Louis, he also has a scheming appearance, but he retains a bit of human sanity and this leads him to have conflicts between what is right and what is wrong. They both did an amazing job as actors and, although I'm not that big a fan of vampire stories, I loved this one because of how good they were at bringing this famous story to life. It is also worth mentioning the participation of Kirsten Dunst, who plays little Claudia, a girl who was turned into a vampire by Lestat and who lives in conflict because she does not accept her new way of life and the appearance she has, where, although the years go by, she is still in the body of a girl being already an adult. She is a controversial and interesting character that adds a sense of tension to the story.

La dirección por parte de Neil Jordan es sublime; podemos ver el empeño en que la historia se viera tan única y lúgubre dentro de este mundo de vampiros y de personas víctimas de ellos mismos. Además, las escenas son en parte lo que le da el toque de misterio a la historia y hace que sea una película que impacta y que te deja con la sensación de haber visto uno de los mejores films sobre vampiros. Para ser de los 90, esta película muestra una historia llena de sangre y deseo, al punto de que se puede disfrutar de una forma en la que deseas saber qué va a pasar al final y luego llega y quedas con la idea de que era todo lo que no esperabas que sucediera, o al menos ese fue mi caso viendo la película sin ningún tipo de spoiler o expectativas.

The direction by Neil Jordan is sublime; we can see the effort to make the story look so unique and gloomy in this world of vampires and people who are victims of them. Also, the scenes are partly what gives the story a touch of mystery and makes it an impactful film that leaves you feeling like you've seen one of the best vampire films ever made. For being from the 90's, this movie shows a story full of blood and desire, to the point that you can enjoy it in a way that you want to know what is going to happen at the end and then it arrives and you are left with the idea that it was everything you didn't expect to happen, or at least that was my case watching the movie without any spoilers or expectations.

Hay que destacar también la banda sonora a cargo de Elliot Goldenthal, donde en cada escena podemos sentir el toque de misterio en conjunto con el miedo y el deseo de sangre. Fue muy importante cada melodía donde nos daba la sensación de lo que ocurría en el momento; en su mayoría son melodías muy oscuras y llenas de suspenso en algunos momentos. El tener un buen soundtrack hace que sea aún más disfrutable esta historia; además, le agrega ese toque de tensión entre los personajes y las escenas donde el deseo es más fuerte que la convicción de que está mal acabar con la vida de personas inocentes. Le da un toque de emoción a cada escena y fue una de las cosas que más disfruté mientras miraba la película.

We must also highlight the soundtrack by Elliot Goldenthal, where in each scene we can feel the touch of mystery along with the fear and the desire for blood. It was very important each melody that gave us the feeling of what was happening at the time; most of them are very dark and suspenseful melodies at times. Having a good soundtrack makes this story even more enjoyable; it also adds that touch of tension between the characters and the scenes where the desire is stronger than the conviction that it is wrong to end the lives of innocent people. It adds a touch of emotion to every scene and was one of the things I enjoyed the most while watching the movie.

En cuanto a la historia, puedo decir que es sumamente entretenida; a pesar de ser algo extensa, pude disfrutar de cada uno de los personajes y sus propias personalidades y conflictos. Me gustó poder ver a grandes actores interpretar a semejantes personas y tener tanta química juntos, que es en parte lo que hace más emocionante verla hasta el final. Concuerdo en que es una de las mejores películas de vampiros que existe o al menos que haya visto, tiene todo lo necesario para engancharte, personajes que se muestran en su forma más temible y a la vez con un poco de humanidad donde existe algo de coherencia entre el deseo de matar y el amor por la vida, aunque suene algo que no concuerda supieron hacer de este film una historia que sabe cómo contar la historia de Louis y Lestat quienes más allá de su apariencia tienen una vida cómo vampiros que viven juntos y que en medio de sus propios conflictos consiguen poder hacer de la historia algo que deja ver qué los vampiros son seres que además de saciar su sed también desean poder vivir de una forma más normal aunque esto sea imposible.

As for the story, I can say that it is highly entertaining; despite being somewhat extensive, I was able to enjoy each of the characters and their own personalities and conflicts. I liked being able to see great actors playing such great people and having so much chemistry together, which is partly what makes it more exciting to watch until the end. I agree that it is one of the best vampire movies out there or at least that I have seen, it has everything you need to get hooked, characters that are shown at their scariest and at the same time with a bit of humanity where there is some coherence between the desire to kill and the love for life, although it sounds something that does not match they knew how to make this film a story that knows how to tell the story of Louis and Lestat who beyond their appearance have a life as vampires who live together and in the midst of their own conflicts manage to make the story something that lets you see that vampires are beings that besides quenching their thirst also want to live in a more normal way even if this is impossible.

Realmente disfruté de la película; me encantaron las escenas muy gráficas con el soundtrack de por medio que le dio el toque de misterio y de angustia necesario para contar una historia de este estilo. Los personajes estuvieron increíbles y cada uno muestra su propio desarrollo, su propia personalidad y el reflejo de lo que significa ser un vampiro en una época en la que no eran casi vistos o descubiertos en su nueva piel mientras cazan para sobrevivir. La música estuvo excelente y le dio el toque de misterio en conjunto con el drama que se vive en cada escena. Es una de las mejores películas que he visto de los 90 y, aunque no me gusta ver películas muy antiguas, está llena de todas mis expectativas; me encantó de principio a fin. ¿Han visto esta película? Si es así, me gustaría saber qué les pareció en los comentarios. 🦇🧛🏻‍♀️

I really enjoyed the movie; I loved the very graphic scenes with the soundtrack in between that gave it the touch of mystery and angst needed to tell a story of this style. The characters were amazing and each one shows their own development, their own personality and the reflection of what it means to be a vampire in a time when they were hardly seen or discovered in their new skin as they hunt to survive. The music was excellent and gave it the touch of mystery in conjunction with the drama that is experienced in every scene. It is one of the best movies I have seen from the 90's and although I don't like to watch very old movies, it is full of all my expectations; I loved it from beginning to end. Have you seen this movie? If so, I'd love to know what you thought of it in the comments. 🦇🧛🏻‍♀️

Espero que disfrutaran esta reseña, también me gustaría que me dejen sus comentarios; con gusto los leeré y responderé. Un abrazo grande. 🤗

I hope you enjoyed this review, I would also like you to leave me your comments; I will gladly read and respond to them. Big hugs. 🤗

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The Eye of the Beholder (S01E15)

Airdate: January 5th 1974

Written by: David P. Harmon Directed by: Hal Sutherland

Running Time: 22 minutes

Science fiction is often celebrated as a genre that prioritises ideas over spectacle, a tradition epitomised by Star Trek. From its inception in The Original Series (TOS), Gene Roddenberry’s vision centred on using speculative concepts to explore humanity’s potential and pitfalls. This ethos carried over into Star Trek: The Animated Series (TAS), which leveraged animation to tackle stories that live-action practical effects might have struggled to realise. Yet, while the animated format offered creative freedom, it did not guarantee success. The Eye of the Beholder, a 1974 TAS episode written by David P. Harmon, exemplifies both the promise and the limitations of the series. Though it grapples with a thought-provoking premise about non-anthropocentric intelligence, the episode falters under its own ambition, failing to fully realise its potential as a landmark story.

The plot of The Eye of the Beholder follows the USS Enterprise to the planet Lactra VII, where a Federation science team has vanished. A distress message from Lieutenant Commander Markel reveals he investigated the disappearance of an away team before descending to the surface himself. Captain Kirk, Spock and McCoy beam down to the coordinates of the missing scientists, only to face immediate peril: giant, dinosaur-like creatures attack them. Amid the chaos, Spock notes the planet’s bizarre geography—a desert and lush rainforest inexplicably adjacent—a clue that artificial manipulation is at work. Captured and transported by strange slug-like creatures to an underground city, the trio find themselves in a zoo, perceived as unintelligent “pets” by the Lactrans. Spock attempts telepathic communication but realises the Lactrans are so advanced that human (and other) races appear to them as sub-sentient, akin to ants. Kirk’s cunning retrieval of a communicator sparks a rescue, but complications arise when a Lactran child is beamed aboard the Enterprise. Montgomery Scott’s rapport-building with the alien eventually resolves the misunderstanding, as the Lactrans concede that their “pets” are indeed sentient.

The episode’s core idea—questioning anthropocentrism by framing humanity as the “other”—is ambitious and resonant. Harmon’s script, building on Trek’s tradition of ethical dilemmas, challenges viewers to consider how truly alien minds might perceive intelligence. The animation proves vital here: the Lactrans’ bodies and the exotic architecture of their city visually reinforce their hyper-advanced, almost inhuman perspective. Spock’s comparison of humans to ants for the Lactrans is a concise yet potent metaphor, delivered in a manner accessible even to TAS’s younger audience. The episode also excels in its brevity, avoiding the over-explanation that often plagues Trek’s live-action counterparts, and focusing on the central conflict of perception versus reality.

However, these strengths are undercut by concessions to its target demographic. The first act’s inclusion of dinosaur-like monsters—a staple of children’s adventure tropes—feels jarring, tonally mismatched with the episode’s philosophical underpinnings. Worse, the survival of McCoy after being crushed by one of these creatures strains credulity, prioritising spectacle over coherence. Such narrative lapses undermine the episode’s seriousness, suggesting a lack of faith in its audience’s capacity to engage with subtlety. Additionally, the banter between Spock and McCoy grows increasingly antagonistic, a trend in TAS that diluted the characters’ mutual respect from TOS. While the dynamic occasionally produced wit, here it devolves into petty squabbles that distract from the story’s stakes.

Ultimately, The Eye of the Beholder is a competent but unspectacular entry in Trek’s animated canon. Its flaws—tonal inconsistency, plot contrivances, and strained character interactions—are forgivable in a 22-minute format, where pacing demands brevity. Yet, compared to TOS episodes like The Devil in the Dark (which similarly explored non-human intelligence), it feels derivative, lacking the nuance or emotional depth that might elevate it. The animation, while imaginative, cannot compensate for a script that prioritises kid-friendly thrills over thematic rigor.

For all its missteps, the episode remains a curiosity for completists and fans of Trek’s evolution. It underscores animation’s potential to visualise the impossible, even if its execution here is uneven. The Eye of the Beholder is a reminder that not every bold idea translates seamlessly to screen—and that even Star Trek, at its most experimental, could stumble in its pursuit of new frontiers.

RATING: 5/10 (++)

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Otro punto a destacar son las maravillosas locasiones que usaron, la serie cuenta con paisajes preciosos y verdaderas casas coloniales para darle un punto extra de credibilidad a la historia

Las actuaciones estuvieron a la altura de las exigencias del proyecto pero en mi opinión la mejor actuación fue la de Rodrigo Poison, interpretando al malvado coronel José María Montenegro, quien además es español en la vida real, así que maneja un acento innato al hablar el idioma español, aunque hay un actor colombiano (cuyo nombre no recuerdo) que supo imitar muy bien el acento. Rodrigo le confirió mucha fuerza a su personaje, mucha elegancia y un tono despreciativo en la voz cuando se refería a los "criollos" (nombre que los españoles le conferían a las personas nacidas en territorio americano) pero era aún más despreciativo cuando se refería a los insurgentes. Montenegro es un canalla ególatra y Rodrigo supo muy bien como aportarle arrogancia e imponencia a su interpretación.

En mi opinión es una serie digna de darle una oportunidad, en especial si a ustedes les gustan los dramas históricos, así que esta es una buena opción para ver. Muchas gracias por leer esta review, espero que les haya gustado, nos vemos en otra ocasión, Dios mediante. ¡Bendiciones!

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With softball season being on hold for a bit now, @mrsbozz and I have been finding new things to spend our evening watching on TV. In the Summer it's actually pretty rare that we watch hardly any TV, but every now and then we get an hour or two each night to cram something in.

With the new season of Big Brother having just started, we thought our time was going to be monopolized by that (it airs three separate episodes per week), but it turns out we can't stand half the cast members this season, so at least right now we have stopped watching it.

Eventually, we both happened to stumble on a Netflix show called The Waterfront. It was billed as something like Ozark, but not in the Ozarks. After watching the first season, I can see why they may have tried to sell it that way, but I really wouldn't compare the two shows together besides the fact that they both deal with drugs. I mean all good things start with drugs right?

I'm not going to worry too much about spoilers in this post, so just be warned. Chances are the five people who actually read this post aren't going to watch the show anyway, so it shouldn't be a huge deal. That being said, what I am going to share doesn't change the show too much, so if you did want to watch it, you should still be good.

I kind of feel like Netflix was trying to capitalize on the success of Ozark and The Outer Banks and came up with something that isn't quite as good as the former, but it still works. I'm not saying Ozark was the best thing I have ever watched, but there was something raw, heartbreaking, and disturbing about it. The Waterfront tries to be that, but it's honestly a bit too soapy for its own good to actually achieve that.

The basic premise for the show is that a pretty dysfunctional family runs a fishing business on the coast of North Carolina. We are introduced pretty quickly in the first episode that the same family has a pretty deep history with smuggling drugs.

The patriarch is played by Holt McCallany who seemed familiar to me, but I couldn't quite place where I have seen him before. Oddly enough, IMDB (Internet Movie Database) didn't give me much insight into that. The scenes with Holt were a bit hard to watch early in the season. I couldn't figure out if he was just a bad actor or if it was his delivery. Turns out it was the latter and by the end of the first season his dialog didn't bug me so much. Perhaps he just needed a bit of time to slide into the character.

Maria Bello from various films and TV, but mainly Coyote Ugly plays the mother of the family. I've been a fan of Maria for quite some time now all the way back to her short lived stint with Scott Bakula in Mr. and Mrs. Smith back in 1996.

The main son Cain is played by Jake Weary and while the name might not sound familiar, if you have watched the show "Animal Kingdom", you will likely recognize him as one of the brothers from that show. Finally, Melissa Benoist plays the daughter Bree who plays a character that is a huge departure from her role as Supergirl.

In fact, I think I was probably most impressed by Benoist in this show. I was only familiar with her work on Supergirl, so seeing her in a such a vulnerable role was pretty eye opening.

That's obviously not the full list of characters, but it covers most of the main ones. The only real omission I made was the inclusion of Topher Grace from "That 70's Show" fame. Spoiler alert, he plays a bad guy in the show, but dang if he doesn't play such a good bad guy. Imagine Eric Foreman as a sadistic sociopath. It's both cringy and impressive to watch all at the same time.

There was a fair bit of the show that I found fairly predictable. One of the big "shocker" moments happened quite early in the season and before they even made the reveal, I had looked at @mrsbozz and said I bet.... Turns out I was right.

The season sets itself up quite well for a second season, but it will just be a question of whether or not Netflix decides to cancel the show or continue on with it. It's pretty safe to say that as long as they keep making episodes, my wife and I will keep watching it. As much as the father annoyed me at first, I think my biggest issue with the show is the son Cain. Maybe it's just because I am comparing this character to Jake Weary's character in Animal Kingdom and the two couldn't be any more dissimilar.

My wife even turned to me at one point and said "he's such a pussy".

I guess that is all part of the character arc. You will have to watch it yourself if you want to see if that resolves itself or not.

As a fan of bourbon/whiskey, they definitely give a lot of love to the Michter's brand in this show, and I can't say that I blame them (it's good stuff). I haven't seen product placement like that for Michter's since Jessica Jones was still on. Maybe they have some kind of exclusive deal with Netflix.

Looking at other reviews on IMDB, I would have to agree, this isn't a show that is going to blow your mind or take your imagination anywhere new, but it is a solid watch and I would recommend it if you are just looking for some mindless entertainment.

A few weeks ago, I reviewed the movie "Troy" and said we need more movies like this. However, it's sad that most of the movies we get now are more about fist fighting, gun shooting, superheroes, or magic. We no longer get films where swords are used. We can say we get time travel series, but they don't make movies like "Troy" again. Recently, I searched for movies with intense sword battles, and I came across the movie "300." Image Source

Yeah, many people must have watched this movie before and yeah, I have also watched it too but while watching it again, it felt like I was watching it for the first time again. There is so much I missed the first time I watched it, and some of my favorites line in the movie were when the Spartans heard that the Persian soldiers were immortals and King Leonidas said,

"Let's put their name to the test.!"

Or when the Persian war general asked the Spartans soldiers to put down their weapon and the reply was

"Come and take them!

Another part I love is when King Leonidas 'responds to the Persians' claim that their arrows will block out the sun,

"We will fight in the shade."

Now, I won't talk more about some of my favorite like, I would just say them and I would see if people who have watched the movie can remember where the line was used. Lines like

• "Give them nothing! But take from them everything!"

• "It's an honor to die at your side" / "It's an honor to have lived at yours" -

• "Spartans! Prepare for glory!"

• "This is Spartan"

For those who haven't watched it, I would write a short review on the storyline so I won't be adding too many spoilers. Image source

Storyline

The movie "300" is the retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae (Note: It's fictional), where 300 Spartans led by King Leonidas fought against the massive Persian army. The story begins with King Leonidas receiving a visit from a Persian messenger, demanding Earth and water as symbols of submission to King Xerxes. Leonidas rejects the demand, while giving him the "This is Spartan Kick" and the Persians threaten to destroy Sparta. Not a lot of people supported him, yet they don't want to lose their land. Despite knowing the odds are against them, Leonidas and his 300 Spartans decide to hold off the Persians at the narrow pass of Thermopylae for reinforcement to come, but it never came, and it led to a glorious death. The death of who, the Persians or Spartans?

This is why I would love to recommend this movie to you so you can watch it and I am sure you will love it. Trust me, I have never given a bad movie before, especially when it comes to sword-and-sorcery kinds of movies. I would rate the movie a 9.8/10. Yes, it is that interesting.

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This movie, actually made on my birth year is the sixth official movie of the One Piece Franchise. I'm sure my followers already know about my One Piece Movie Review spree, so there's no need for me to continually recant it in each post but in summary I'm just making a review of every One Piece movie. There's still a fair number to go, and I've gone through five already, so let's get to it.

One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island.

It's all about the line art and drawing. This series use thin lines, dull colors and drab lighting. It gives this depressing and scary vibe that other movies don't have, a way that it makes even a smile look unsure.

Despite the line art, there's nothing else quite interesting and different in this movie. Except from this fact, there's nothing else scary or creepy in the movie. Still, because of that fact, the movie is in fact scary and creepy.

This movie was quite a bit less plot wise. It was sad straight forward story that was hidden well and the one character it did actually dwell on was Luffy. He's suffering physically and emotionally is something scary, something you would always remember.

Then we have the main antagonist Mr Baron. Honestly he was the scariest character of all. He had all the elements and more, then his reasoning and acts despite being born from loneliness was just bad.

I guess that's why he was a really scary villain. Most of the antagonists we see are just bred from greed, wanting to be the richest or strongest or fastest or smartest and thus doing this or that. No real villain substance. Yet this was a former captain that lost his crew to a storm and took it upon himself to do something about it.

The final fight ended a bit abnormally, for once it wasn't Luffy who truly won, and he wouldn't have won without outside help. Infact, he clearly would have lost and if the movie was a canon event it's quite clear that One Piece would have ended on this island.

I feel a bit angry at the ending, the fact the crew don't remember anything nor know just how much their captain suffered for them. Regardless all's well that end's well and the 1hr 30 minutes thriller ended. Peak as always.

ESPAÑOL

Todo gira en torno al arte lineal y al dibujo. Esta serie usa líneas finas, colores apagados e iluminación gris. Da esa atmósfera deprimente y aterradora que otras películas no tienen, de una forma que hace que incluso una sonrisa parezca insegura.

A pesar del dibujo, no hay nada más interesante ni diferente en esta película.

Salvo por esto, no hay nada más aterrador ni espeluznante en la película. Aun así, por eso mismo, la película sí es aterradora y espeluznante.

Esta película tuvo una trama bastante menos elaborada. Era una historia triste y directa, bien disimulada, y el único personaje en el que realmente se centraba era Luffy. Su sufrimiento físico y emocional es algo aterrador, algo que siempre recordarás.

Luego tenemos al antagonista principal, el Sr. Barón. Honestamente, era el personaje más aterrador de todos. Tenía todos los elementos y más, pero su razonamiento y sus acciones, a pesar de haber nacido de la soledad, eran simplemente malos.

Supongo que por eso era un villano tan aterrador. La mayoría de los antagonistas que vemos simplemente nacen de la avaricia, queriendo ser los más ricos, los más fuertes, los más rápidos o los más inteligentes, y por lo tanto haciendo esto o aquello. No hay nada de villano. Sin embargo, este era un excapitán que perdió a su tripulación en una tormenta y se encargó de hacer algo al respecto.

La pelea final tuvo un final un tanto extraño. Por una vez, no fue Luffy quien realmente ganó, y no habría ganado sin ayuda externa. De hecho, claramente habría perdido, y si la película fuera un evento canónico, es bastante obvio que One Piece habría terminado en esta isla.

Me enfurece un poco el final, que la tripulación no recuerde nada ni sepa cuánto sufrió su capitán por ellos. En fin, bien está lo que acaba bien, y el thriller de 1 hora y 30 minutos terminó. Excelente como siempre.

I must say that my expectations for this animated film (anime) were low. I watched it because at some point its story caught my attention, being an action and adventure anime with some comedy. This production also contains the fantasy genre, as it also deals with demons called Kaiju. Humanity fights these creatures, as they are evil and want to destroy everything in their path. Some of them even have consciousness, which I must say I did not fully understand. I must confess that I had doubts about whether it was an anime, as the story began from the beginning and was quite detailed, hence my doubts. After doing some research, I found out that the film itself is a Japanese animated series, with the episodes adapted into a film. I don't know if it's a summary or if it's exactly as it appears in the animated series.

The main character in the story is Kafka Hibino, who works as a kind of city cleaner, part of a group responsible for removing the organs of the Kaiju, presumably for the purpose of studying them. One day, Kafka suffered some injuries and had to be taken to the hospital, where, for some strange reason, he turned into one of these creatures. Our protagonist's dream was to become part of the group that defended the town from the creatures and annihilated them. The truth is that our protagonist did not have much strength to be in the group, but his determination and knowledge of the Kaiju led him to join and try to keep the secret of what he had become (a Kaiju). Hibino's dream is to join the Defence Forces that fight against the Kaiju, led by Captain Mina, who possesses great strength.

Amigos de la comunidad The Anime Realm, espero que esten bien, es un placer estar por acá luego de tiempo. La verdad es que tenía cierto tiempo sin ver ningún anime, pocos me llamaban la atención, ninguno me atraian como para dedicarle parte de mi tiempo. El día de hoy vi que estaba disponible una película animada llamada Kaiju No. 8: Misión de reconocimiento, un filme que se estrenó en abril de este 2025, con una duración de casi dos horas. La dirección estuvo a cargo de Shigeyuki Miya y Tomomi Kamiya, mientras que el guion fue escrito por Ichirō Ōkōchi, una adaptación del manga de Naoya Matsumoto.

Dedo decir que mis expectativas con esta película animada (anime) era baja, la vi porque en cierto punto me llamó la atención su historia, siendo un anime de acción y aventura, con algo de comedia. También esta producción contiene el género fantástico, pues se trata también de demonios llamados Kaiju. La humanidad lucha con estas criaturas, pues son malvadas y quieren acabar con todo a su paso, incluso algunos de ellos tiene consciencia, que debo decir que no entendí de un todo. Debo confesar que tenía la duda que si había un anime, pues la historia comenzaba desde el principio, bastante detallada, por ello de la duda. Investigando un poco, el filme en sí es la serie de animación japonesa, los capítulos adaptada en una película. No sé si resumido o todo tal cual como se muestra en la serie animada.

El personaje principal de la historia es Kafka Hibino alguien quien trabaja como una especia de limpiador de la ciudad, un grupo que se encargan de sacarle los órganos a los Kaiju, supongo que con la finalidad de estudiarlos. Un día Kafka sufrió unas heridas, por lo que tuvo que ser llevado al hospital, que por una extraña razón se convirtió en una de estas criaturas. El sueño de nuestra protagonista era de convertirse en el grupo que defendía de localidad de las criaturas, los aniquilaban. La verdad es que nuestro prota no tenía mucho fuerza para estar en el grupo, pero su determinación y conocimiento de los Kaiju, lo llevaron a unirse y tratar de mantener el secreto de lo que se transformó (en un Kaiju). El sueño de Hibino es unirse a las Fuerzas de Defensa que luchan contra los Kaiju, liderada por la capitana Mina, quien posee una gran fuerza.

After doing some research on this story, as I mentioned earlier, it is based on an animated series and manga by Naoya Matsumoto. The story far exceeded my expectations; it was quite entertaining, and I even found similarities to the anime Ajin and Tokyo Ghoul, among others. The main characters were transformed into monsters that humanity feared and fought to destroy. It's a very entertaining story, with moments of action and even humour thanks to the personality of Kafka, a noble, kind-hearted person who helps others, his friends, regardless of the consequences. In addition, the story serves as personal motivation, as Kafka Hibino never gave up.

The message conveyed by this film based on the anime Kaiju is not only about action, not only about action and colossal monsters, but also conveys a deeply human and hopeful message. Our protagonist is 30 years old and is considered old by the rest of the defence forces team, but he doesn't care; he wants to fight for his dreams. ‘Age doesn't matter: if you go after your dreams, you can achieve them.’ Words from Omar Sánchez, the Latin American Spanish voice of Kafka. A story that captivated me from beginning to end.

I think the animation in the film is one of its strengths, as it really highlights the Kaiju, the characters, and how they were drawn by Naoya Matsumoto. The animation was done by Production I.G. and Studio Khara, who have worked on productions such as Ghost in the Shell, Psycho-Pass, and Shin Godzilla. What I liked most about the visuals in the animated film were the battles and the effects, especially when the Kaiju were killed and organs and blood spurted everywhere. This production is completely uncensored. The battles are fast-paced, fluid, and feature striking effects. The adrenaline rushes when Kafka Hibino transforms and attacks, one of the best moments in the film. An animation full of details.

Investigando un poco sobre esta historia y como les dije anteriormente, es basada en una serie animada y el manga de Naoya Matsumoto. La historia cumplió con creces mis expectativas, la verdad que fue bastante entretenida, incluso encontré parecido a los animes Ajin y Tokyo Ghoul, entre otros. Pues sus personajes principales se transformaron en monstruos que la humanidad les tenía y con los que estaban luchando para aniquilarlos. Una historia muy entretenida, con momentos de acción e incluso humor por la personalidad de Kafka, alguien noble, de buenos sentimientos, quien ayuda a los demás, a sus amigos sin importar las consecuencias. Además, la historia sirve de motivación personal, pues Kafka Hibino nunca se dio por vencido.

El mensaje que nos da esta película basada en el anime Kaiju no solo tiene acción, no solo ofrece acción y monstruos colosales, sino que también transmite un mensaje profundamente humano y esperanzador. Nuestro protagonista tiene 30 años, es considerado un viejo para los demás del equipo de las fuerzas de defensa, pero este no le importa, quiere luchar por sus sueños. “No importa la edad: si vas tras tus sueños, puedes alcanzarlos.” Palabras de Omar Sánchez, voz en español latino de Kafka. Una historia que me cautivó de principio a fin.

La animación de la película creo que es uno de los fuertes, pues resalta mucho a los Kaiju, los personajes y como fueron dibujados por Naoya Matsumoto. Los responsables de la animación fueron Production I.G. y Studio Khara, quienes trabajaron en producciones como - Ghost in the Shell, Psycho-Pass y Shin Godzilla. Lo más me gustó de lo visual de la película animada fueron las batallas, los efectos encontrados, sobre todo cuando mataban a los Kaiju, salían los órganos y sangre por todos lados, una producción que no tiene para nada censura. Las batallas son rápidas, fluidas y con efectos de impacto que resaltan. La adrenalina llega a mil cuando Kafka Hibino se transforma y ataca, siendo de los mejores momentos. Una animación llena de detalles.

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Dolor….rencor….soledad….miedo….emociones….frustración….ira…. familia….amigos….sensaciones….responsabilidades….deberes….amor….amistad….dudas….herramientas….insatisfacción.

Pain... resentment... loneliness... fear... emotions... frustration... anger... family... friends... feelings... responsibilities... duties... love... friendship... doubts... tools... dissatisfaction.

De seguro, cada una de estas palabras, te arroja directo al anime y ova titulado Neón Genesis Evangelion. Este anime, repleto de emociones, escenas explícitas y mares de preguntas y sangre inunda al espectador en una sensación de cuestionamiento absoluto.

Surely, each of these words throws you straight into the anime and OVA titled Neon Genesis Evangelion. This anime, full of emotions, explicit scenes, and seas of questions and blood, floods the viewer with a feeling of absolute questioning.

Niños, usados como soldados, dispuestos a proteger una ciudad, un país y hasta la tierra. Niños convertidos en pilotos de robots, pero no simples robots, sino que más bien son una extinción de ellos mismos.

Children, used as soldiers, willing to protect a city, a country, and even the earth. Children turned into robot pilots, but not just any robots, rather an extinction of themselves.

La psicología humana ronda en este anime, podemos ver como el padre del protagonista masculino Shinji Ikari no se preocupa de su hijo y lo ve y toma como mera herramienta, como si su nacimiento hubiese sido solo para ser un piloto de alguna unidad Eva. Del mismo modo podemos observar y analizar la soledad y ansiedad de cada personaje, cada uno de ellos guarda dolores internos los cuales en momentos de crisis explotan sacando lo peor de ellos y en algunos casos suprimiendo su voluntad y deseo de vivir.

Human psychology is a recurring theme in this anime. We see how the father of the male protagonist, Shinji Ikari, does not care about his son and views him as a mere tool, as if he had been born solely to be a pilot of an Eva unit. Similarly, we can observe and analyze the loneliness and anxiety of each character. Each of them harbors internal pain that explodes in moments of crisis, bringing out the worst in them and, in some cases, suppressing their will and desire to live.

En cada episodio, podemos ser espectadores de la ansiedad, desesperación, frustración y soledad de cada personaje. Sus historias entrelazadas y personalidades diferentes, sin embargo cada uno tenía un punto en común, eran las herramientas de los adultos en un mundo de caos total.

In each episode, we witness the anxiety, despair, frustration, and loneliness of each character. Their intertwined stories and different personalities, however, had one thing in common: they were the tools of adults in a world of total chaos.

Una batalla donde los ángeles eran los malvados y los evas los buenos generaba una constante lucha, donde las bajas eran grandes al igual que los traumas. Una pelea por derrotar a Adán y aún más, buscando que Eva derrotara a Lilit. Si vemos la similitud entre sus nombres podríamos pensar que es algún tipo de guerra santa o de la creación del mundo.

A battle where the angels were the evil ones and the Evas were the good ones led to constant fighting, with heavy casualties and trauma. A fight to defeat Adam and, even more so, to get Eve to defeat Lilith. If we look at the similarity between their names, we might think that it is some kind of holy war or the creation of the world.

Sin embargo, su capítulo final me dejó con un sinsabor de boca, algo disconforme con la explicación final. Por esta razón, y queriendo un poco más, empecé a verla nuevamente, sin embargo en esta oportunidad también estoy viendo las ovas con los dos turnos finales.

However, the final chapter left me with a bad taste in my mouth, somewhat dissatisfied with the final explanation. For this reason, and wanting a little more, I started watching it again, but this time I'm also watching the OVAs with the final two episodes.

The end of Evangelion narra lo que ocurre posterior al tercer impacto. Película donde se nos hace ver la conexión de Rey Ayanami con los ángeles y la misma Lilith. De igual modo nos entrega a un Shinji Ikari aún más temeroso y culposo de sus actos, además de la notoria dependencia que siente hacia Asuka Langley por quien pareciera tener otro tipo de interés.

The End of Evangelion narrates what happens after the Third Impact. The film shows us the connection between Rei Ayanami and the Angels, as well as Lilith herself. It also presents us with a Shinji Ikari who is even more fearful and guilty of his actions, as well as his obvious dependence on Asuka Langley, for whom he seems to have a different kind of interest.

Podemos ver en una parte de sus primeras escenas, como Shinji trata de despertar a Asuka en el hospital. Una Asuka inconsciente no se da cuenta del acto qué comenté Shinji haciéndolo sentir culpable y sucio al mismo tiempo.

We can see in one of the early scenes how Shinji tries to wake Asuka up in the hospital. An unconscious Asuka is unaware of Shinji's actions, making him feel guilty and dirty at the same time.

Las emociones, culpas y deseos rondan la cabeza de este torturado chico que no quiere otra cosa que morir. Las escenas explícitas de muerte y sangre están a cada segundo lo que provoca una sensación de ansiedad constante. Como espectadores estamos a disyuntiva de saber que ocurrirá en cada escena.

Emotions, guilt, and desires swirl around in the mind of this tortured boy who wants nothing more than to die. Explicit scenes of death and blood are present every second, causing a constant feeling of anxiety. As viewers, we are torn between wanting to know what will happen in each scene.

Batallas y miedos es lo que más se refleja y podemos sentir cada una de estas sensaciones. Con un final que nos saca bastante de lo que podríamos esperar. Encontrarnos a un Shinji descontrolado observando la destrucción total, una Asuka tendida en la arena de una playa, mientras el mismo Shinji tratando de asfixiarla perdido en la oscuridad de su mente y Asuka, acariciando su mejilla tratando de demostrarle que no está solo.

Battles and fears are what are most reflected, and we can feel each of these sensations. With an ending that takes us far beyond what we might expect. We find Shinji out of control, observing total destruction, Asuka lying on the sand of a beach, while Shinji himself tries to suffocate her, lost in the darkness of his mind, and Asuka, caressing his cheek, trying to show him that he is not alone.

Sin duda, un final que nos deja con nuevas dudas existenciales, sobre las relaciones interpersonales, amorosas, de amistad, salud mental, creencias religiosas y políticas. Aunque, no llegan al alcance de generar un debate ante estos puntos antes mencionados, si podríamos debatir en cómo nos hicieron sentir los personajes y sus historias.

Without a doubt, this ending leaves us with new existential questions about interpersonal relationships, love, friendship, mental health, religious beliefs, and politics. Although it does not go so far as to generate a debate on the aforementioned points, we could discuss how the characters and their stories made us feel.

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I just finished Marvel’s Ironheart and then biggest component I can pay it is that when the last episode ended, I literally jumped off my couch and yelled “Nooooooo!!!!!”. I simply did not want it to end. I wanted more. This was exacerbated by the fact that it ended on a cliffhanger that had my wife and I disagreeing about what we thought had happened. IN my opinion, one of the coolest things a writer can do is make two rational people (well at least my wife is rational) disagree on what they had each just seen with their own eyes. I can’t wait until the second season… or perhaps the first season of The Young Avengers to find out if my wife or I were right. But damn it! We have to wait!

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In case you have not read the comic books, it might be easiest to say that Riri Williams, a 20 year old genius from Chicago, is the new Iron-Man. But instead of being a billionaire who has a bottomless pit of money to draw from to make her suit, she relies on some college grant money and some “odd jobs” to build hers. That is until her college gives her the boot for charming people to do their homework. Ironheart begins with Riri trying to fund her creation by working for a gang who seem to be like modern day Robin Hoods (the leader is even named “the Hood”.)

The capers they pull off lead to some excitement and action. But the real draw of the show are the characters and the music. Riri has some relationships with some awesome characters played by excellent actors. Because all of the side characters are so interesting, there are no wasted scenes in Ironheart. I never looked at my phone once during the 6 episodes… which each like a mini movie. Even if I didn’t like the characters, the hip-hop, R and B, and dance soundtrack would have kept my attention. I loved the use of music in this show. It was a big part of what impressed me the most about Ironheart.

This show was more like six mini movies rather than a tv show. They clearly spared no expense in creating what could have been a cinematic experience. The music rights could not have been cheap. I was going to list the songs but that has already been done here with some samples of the songs. ++https://comicbookclublive.com/2025/06/24/ironheart-every-song-complete-track-list/++

And they clearly didn’t blow their whole budget on the music. The special effects were sensational! It honestly looked as good as any of the full length movies. One of my complaints about Captain America: Brave New World is that it looked like a TV show. It just looked kind of cheap. Ironheart is the exact opposite.

This show had plenty of action. It actually introduces three different villains for Riri to battle. Each was very cool in their own right. I can’t say who they were without including spoilers but just suffice it to say, that the writers had lots of opportunities to create some epic battle scenes.

TLDR; Watch Ironheart and then cross your fingers that Disney finishes the story ASAP.

Wanted Dead or Alive: Part 2 (S07E07)

Airdate: 20 November 1998

Written by: Anya Epstein Directed by: Robert Harmon

Running Time: 43 minutes

When a long-running or popular television series produces a two-part episode, the disparity in quality between the instalments often becomes stark. A strong opening segment frequently heralds a weaker second half, or vice versa. Wanted Dead or Alive: Part 2, the concluding segment of a two-part story in Homicide: Life on the Street, adheres to this pattern, with the second instalment undeniably falling short of its predecessor. Yet, the decline here is neither abrupt nor catastrophic, particularly given the show’s much-criticised final season. While the episode’s flaws are evident, it remains a competent entry, preserving the series’ trademark blend of procedural grit and humanistic storytelling.

The episode picks up immediately after the chaotic conclusion of its predecessor, focusing on the fallout from a vehicular pursuit that spiralled into a deadly car crash. FBI Agent Mike Giardello’s reckless driving during the chase for fugitive Joe Errico (Rico Rosetti) left Detective Meldrick Lewis critically injured and civilian Francine Bassent dead. Though Lewis ultimately survives and is recovering, the loss of Francine haunts her husband, Charles (Conrad Karlson), who vows to sue both Giardello and the city. Meanwhile, Assistant State Attorney Danvers delivers a cold legal verdict: Mike Giardello cannot be held criminally liable, as the law assigns responsibility to the criminal evading justice. This absolution shifts the Homicide Unit’s focus to capturing Errico, a priority that forces them to collaborate once more with the controversial bounty hunter David Knoll.

Knoll’s proficiency in tracking fugitives soon leads the team to South Beach, Florida, where Errico is hiding. Lt. Giardello, distrustful of bounty hunters, dispatches Detective Tim Bayliss instead of the case’s original lead, Detective Falsone. The Miami leg of the investigation offers a brief respite from Baltimore’s grim urban backdrop, but the episode’s tone remains pragmatic. The duo’s sojourn in Florida culminates in Errico’s capture, and a search of his home unearths his weapon, exonerating Knoll and his associates from accusations of wrongful death. The case concludes with a bittersweet resolution: while the Homicide Unit secures a win, Giardello and Lewis are burdened by guilt over the tragic consequences of their actions, particularly the elderly man who lost his wife of four decades.

A secondary subplot involving Detective Stuart Gharty adds texture but fails to match the main narrative’s emotional weight. Fharty faces financial ruin due to his impending divorce, responding with frustration and resentment toward his female colleagues. Their advice nudges him toward reconciliation, but he ultimately rejects compromise, opting instead to squander his assets and leave his wife penniless. While this thread underscores the show’s knack for exploring personal turmoil, it feels perfunctory compared to the primary storyline’s moral complexity. Gart’s arc, though relatable, hinges on clichéd marital strife, offering little fresh insight into his character.

Directed by Robert Harmon, best known for the 1980s cult horror film The Hitcher, and written by Anya Epstein, Wanted Dead or Alive: Part 2 maintains the series’ signature realism but struggles to transcend mediocrity. The episode’s strengths lie in its tight pacing, strong performances, and thematic depth, particularly in its portrayal of institutional and personal accountability. The decision to absolve Giardello legally yet burden him morally—through Lewis’s quiet anguish and Giardello’s acknowledgment of collateral damage—resonates with the show’s enduring preoccupation with ethical ambiguity. However, the narrative’s attempts to balance its gritty roots with commercial appeal occasionally undermine its gravitas.

The Miami interlude, while narratively functional, feels tonally discordant. The shift to a sun-drenched locale disrupts the series’ established aesthetic of urban decay, leaning into “hip” fan service for the male audience. Gratuitous beach scenes featuring women with silicone-enhanced breasts in revealing swimwear—a stark contrast to the episode’s otherwise grounded tone—hint at a calculated effort to attract viewership. These moments, though fleeting, betray the show’s earlier commitment to unflinching realism, serving as a concession to network pressures.

Ultimately, Wanted Dead or Alive: Part 2 is a serviceable but unremarkable entry in Homicide: Life on the Street’s final season. While its second instalment lacks the dramatic punch of the first, it retains the series’ core strengths: nuanced characterisation, procedural authenticity, and a willingness to dwell in moral grey areas. The episode’s flaws—its reliance on predictable subplots, tonal inconsistencies, and occasional lapses into sensationalism—reflect the broader decline of the season, yet it remains a testament to the show’s enduring capacity to provoke thoughtful engagement. For fans, it is a worthwhile watch, if only as a reminder of the series’ potential when its ambitions align with its execution.

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¡Hola, comunidad amante de las películas! Hoy paso por este grupo para recomendarles esta excelente película que vi hace un tiempo y que me gustó mucho. Es de suspenso y misterio y está basada en hechos reales. Relata la historia del asesino en serie Robert Hansen y de la investigación que llevó a cabo la policía de Alaska.

Caza al asesino es una película de suspenso y misterio estadounidense, estrenada en el año 2013. Fue escrita y dirigida por Scott Walker. Como decía anteriormente, está basada en los crímenes del asesino en serie Robert Hansen y el legado de sangre que dejó atrás. Está protagonizada por Nicolas Cage, John Cusack, Vanessa Hudgens, Katherine LaNasa, Radha Mitchell y 50 Cent.

La película relata la investigación de un policía de Alaska, para aprehender a Hansen, mediante la asociación con una joven mujer que escapó de las garras del asesino. Cindy Paulson, de 17 años de edad, es encontrada esposada en un cuarto por un oficial de policía. En la comisaría explica a los detectives que fue secuestrada y violada por un hombre. Sin embargo, no le dan crédito a su historia debido a que se dedica a la prostitución y deciden que su testimonio no es creíble. El oficial que la encuentra se molesta y pasa su caso a la policía estatal de Alaska. Allí el oficial Jack Halcombe, que venía investigando la desaparición de varias mujeres de la zona, comienza a atar cabos entre los casos.

Caza al asesino es una típica historia de detectives muy bien hecha que, si te gusta el suspenso, te va a encantar. Está basada en un caso real: el asesino en serie Robert Hansen, que entre los años 1970 y 1983 secuestró, violó y asesinó entre 17 y 30 mujeres en los alrededores de Anchorage, Alaska. El método que usaba era la caza, ya que las veía como animales. Las soltaba en el bosque, les daba la oportunidad de correr y las cazaba con un arma. Fue arrestado en septiembre de 1983 y fue sentenciado a 461 años sin posibilidad de libertad condicional.

La película sigue la historia del detective Jack Halcombe, interpretado por Nicolas Cage, que actúa muy bien y me pareció excelente la forma en que le da vida al personaje. Halcombe investiga la desaparición y la muerte de varias mujeres que parecen estar conectadas a un sitio específico en Alaska. Sin embargo, se encuentra estancado al no poder resolver el caso. Cuando conoce a la joven prostituta, interpretada por Cindy Paulson, que logra escapar del monstruo del bosque, comienza a ver más claro el caso y se da cuenta de que el hombre que la atacó es un posible sospechoso, e incluso termina descubriendo su culpabilidad.

El problema, y giro de la historia, está en que el detective no tiene pruebas de la culpabilidad de Hansen. Y comienza a dudar cuando descubre que el hombre tiene familia, hijos y una vida de lo más normal; no parece ser el cazador retorcido y cruel que busca. Entonces se une con la joven prostituta para poder atraparlo. A todo esto, el asesino intenta quitarla del medio, poniendo en peligro su vida. No es mi intención descubrir el final, no obstante la historia ya lo cuenta. Tienen que verla, es muy interesante.

Créditos: el banner es mi diseño y lo hice con el editor Canva. Los detalles de la película los saqué de: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Frozen_Ground. Utilicé el traductor: https://www.deepl.com/es/translator.