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The Lord of the Rings: The Cinematic Trilogy
A movie is never the same as the book--yet can render its own full world. Peter Jackson’s vision of Middle Earth accomplishes this through enthralling sets, admirable heroes and heroines, terrible villains, and inspired scenes of comradeship, battle, and hard-won peace. Add in homage to imaginary languages and histories.
By Mark Francis3 years ago in Critique
Gilded Illusions: Unmasking the Cautionary Tale of The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby is a brilliant novel capturing the decadence and excess of Jazz Age. A cautionary tale about American Dream and dangers of pursuing wealth and status at all costs. The novel has had a lasting impact on popular culture and continues to be read and enjoyed by generations.
By Rohit Gupta3 years ago in Critique
The Boy, The Mole, The Horse and The Fox
In a world where we are bombarded with so much hatred, violence, disaster after disaster, it can be difficult to find our way back to hope. With his simple story, inspirational and powerful dialogue and exquisite images, Charlie Mackesy will warm your heart and soul. Sincere, important and a masterpiece.
By Paul Stewart3 years ago in Critique
Unraveling the Enigma of the Mona Lisa's Subdued Brilliance
Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, while celebrated for its enigmatic smile and intricate detailing, can be criticized for its subdued color palette and lack of dynamic composition. The background's uniformity and the sitter's distant gaze create a sense of detachment, potentially diluting emotional engagement for some viewers.
By Crystal McDaniel3 years ago in Critique
Lord of The Rings Trilogy (2001 - 2003)
Jackson did awesome to bring Tolkein's incredible world, story and characters to life. Viggo WAS Aragorn, Hugo WAS Elrond, Christopher WAS Saruman. Elijah WAS Frodo. I have one question, thought, Mr Jackson. Well three. Where was Sharkey?, Where was the Scouring and where on all of Middle-Earth was Tom Bombadil?
By Paul Stewart3 years ago in Critique
A Critique of The Good Earth
Depression. Dark. Deterioration. “The Good Earth” is insulting and disrespectful to women. It is appalling to read from a feminist point of view. A story of a woman who kills her own children and hides in the shadows of her husband. The story highlights death and famine with no hope.
By Stephanie Colella 3 years ago in Critique
50 Critics: Norbit
The 2007 comedy Norbit is Eddie Murphy’s hilarious return to multi-personality comedies of his earlier films like The Nutty Professor and Coming to America. In Norbit Eddie Murphy plays a lifelong passive nerd who goes on a journey of standing up for himself once he has found his true love.
By Joe Patterson3 years ago in Critique
A Critique of The Ex
Visually appealing, however, the content swiftly proves mediocre at best. Accommodating a substantial lack of originality, with predictable plot twists, awful character development, and a final act that will leave even the most easily pleased with a sour taste in their mouths. A complete unadulterated disappointment. Avoid at all costs.
By Sian N. Clutton3 years ago in Critique
