MGD Tim's Thoughts -- Alien: Earth S1

 

MGD Tim's Thoughts -- Marvel Zombies

 

TL2025moviewatch : Freakier Friday

 

𝐌𝐆𝐃 𝐓𝐢𝐦'𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 -- Freakier Friday

“Freaky Friday” is one of Lindsay Lohan’s and Disney’s iconic movie over the years. People still talk about the chemistry between Lindsay and Jamie Lee Curtis that carried the whole movie.

So, after more than 20 years, the question is.. would the sequel worthy of it? Honestly, it’s one of those sequels that just elevate the franchise.

 

The chemistry is still strong even after decades, and even with the strong outing from the new cast members. The whole “chaos” was beautifully written. You will laugh and cry throughout the movie.

 

One of Disney’s better sequels in years.

 

TL says 8/10

 

MGD Tim's thoughts -- eyes of wakanda

Marvel animation has its hits and misses, especially the recent ones. Meanwhile, yes, Wakanda offers a rich history which can be explored so yup, like most franchises lately, animation is one route that allows such expansion.

I would say 4 episodes feels like it ended abruptly. Considering that there’s a lot to offer or show about Wakanda, it felt like not enough. There were good episodes, personally thought ep3 and ep4 was great, but yea... I am surprised that they kept it too short.

6/10 for me.

p.s. Nice to have an Iron Fist in the story.

TL2025moviewatch - Fantastic Four

As a comic book fan, Fantastic Four was among my favourite comic to read.

 

The fact that Fantastic Four "movie license" was returned to Marvel Studios few years ago excites me.

After years of waiting, man.. worth the wait.

 

Among the best MCU movie since Endgame. Personally, still digesting it, but it's in that bracket where GoTG3 and Spiderman:NWH is.

 

Love every details presented in the movie, especially with the "retro futuristic" vibe and Galactus is shown in its full glory.

 

I was happy when Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn was part of this after following them respectively in "the Bear" and "Stranger Things". I was excited Vanessa Kirby was part of it but I honestly had mixed feeling about Pedro Pascal because it feels like he is everywhere. However, in this movie, he proved me wrong.. he carried Reed character with grace.

 

All in all, it felt like everyone had their time to shine. Each one of them able to showcase their talents and leave a mark in the movie. The decision to have a female Silver Surfer seems to be on spot too, those following comics will know what's her character & context is all about.

 

2 post credits. One gets your appetite going for next Avengers movie while the other.. mm.. can skipped it if you want.

 

I am pleased. I am happy. Truly a comic book movie.

 

Tim rates it : 8/10

TL2025moviewatch - Superman 2025

oh man, I enjoyed it a lot.

James Gunn is a master of turning comic book into awesome movie experience. Although by now, it seems like you already know his formula – putting emotions into characters, taking some lesser known characters and shining spotlight on them, using animal companion and jokes here and there.

Cast is on point here. My negative is Krypto is overused.

Love how he is putting in some details/easter eggs, all in building DCU.

Fun while full of feels. Excited to see more of DCU.

TIM rates 7.5/10

TL2025moviewatch - kpop demon hunters

 

I must admit, as a music guy, K-pop is slowly growing on me, I guess like it or not, the music is getting a lot of attention over the years.

 

Tbh, when I saw this on Netflix listings, I didn’t have high expectations on the movie. By the end of the movie, I actually surprised how I enjoyed it.

 

Partly because as a music guy, I am love the songs in it. It’s catchy, it’s so good. As story line-wise, interesting though it gives the Totally Spies, Kim Possible or even, Power Rangers vibes.

 

I try to be objective but honestly, the music part of this movie is what made it interesting.

 

TL rates it 7/10

TL2025moviewatch - JURASSIC WORLD : REBIRTH

  

“Life will find a way...”

 

And indeed it does. We all love our dinosaurs, and there are many dinosaurs to feature.. so not surprising that Jurassic World returns, this time with a fresh cast, fresh start and fresh way to present the dinos (?)

But not really their storyline though. Some parts does remind you of the very first Jurassic Park movie, which arguably you can say it’s clever nod or lazy writing. Honestly, how far of a plot you can go? Humans want something, they go to forbidden land, encounter dinosaurs, trying to survive the harsh condition, big showdown with a big dino then escape. Recycled for few JP/JW movies.

 

Then again, arguably it’s not a bad thing that sometimes we need some familiarity. The movie is not for the faint of hearts, especially with all the dramatic scares & jumps. 

 

I still enjoy the movie though. I think the cast is superb as well.

 

All in all, I think we don’t mind another dino adventure. Well, life will find a way....

 

p.s.

Snickers : "You're Not You When You're Hungry"

Also snickers : "we caused hybrid dinos to be hungry"

 

TL scores : 7/10

TL2025moviewatch - Elio

 

“Are we alone in the universe?”

 

Yet again, Pixar took something familiar (as in that scientific question) and then, inject emotions and meaning to it. And boom, another hit by Pixar.

 

Honestly, this gonna be one of the shortest review by me because I am just blown away by the good story telling.

 

I won’t say much but go and enjoy the ride. Emotional ride, that is.

 

8.5/10, largely because of the storyline.

TL2025moviewatch : HTTYD2025

Following the Disney’s recent route of turning animated classic into live-action, HTTYD manages to capture the charm of its animated movie while offering a beautiful interpretation of its live-action world

Plot doesn’t moved far away from its animated reference, but the live-action version still manages to built its own uniqueness and charm through the actors. You can’t have a movie without the awesome Gerard Butler (who played Stoick in both versions) who did brilliantly here. You can say the casting for the characters were on point, like Hiccup.

Dragons were animated well here, I guess they try to make it not too scary while keeping it close to the animated ones.. especially Toothless, who does look as though it jump straight from animated version, but seriously, you can’t go far or change much from its look... or else, the fans will revolt..

Family-friendly movie. So it’s another 7.5/10 from me

 

TLmoviewatch2025 : Lilo & Stitch

 

Disney’s live action adaption of their classic cartoon movies have been hits and misses.. although I would say lots of misses...

Lilo & Stitch however, will be on the side of hits.

If you are fan of the cartoon version, you will certainly enjoy this one. Of course the plot is pretty much the same but they were still able to translate the charm into this movie, well.. from cast to the plot, the message, the vibes. Lilo’s casting is on point.

Fun fact : go and spot who are the original cartoon cast that re-appeared in this movie.

Glad that they actually “controlled” Stitch from being too wacky, it’s just the “right” tone for it to be crazy yet charming too. While they have altered a bit of the minor plots, the message of family is strong in this.

Enjoyable. Although I wished that they did that classic Elvis song...

7/10

TL2025moviewatch : mission impossible - final reckoning

Final reckoning indeed.

One of the longest running movie franchises. Saying the word RUNNING got me imagining Tom Cruise running.... but it’s also best describe my feeling about this franchise – like I started this marathon, there’s ups and downs and now you feel glad that you have reached the final lap.

Indeed this has been Tom's baby, anytime u think of M.i, you think of Tom. Imagine.. from his young fresh face in the first one till the old rugged Tom in this one.

May not be as hard hitting as some of previous ones, as they were a lot of draggy scenes but to those who have been following M.i. for a long time, there's a scene of satisfaction to see how all builds towards a nice ending.

A nice closure to the whole franchise.

7.5/10

TL2025 MovieWatch :- Thunderbolts

 

MGD Tim's thoughts -- FLOW

MGD Tim's thoughts -- Nezha 1 & 2

 

Got the opportunity recently to watch both movies. Hype is real.

 

I enjoyed both movies. First one was fun but man, Nezha 2 blew my mind.

 

Way better than 1st movie. It's as though they dialed the sequel to x5 or 10. Everything about it -- animation, storyline, comedy -- all on point.

 

Not too far-fetch to say it is one of the best movie animation in years.

 

Nezha 1 - 7/10
Nezha 2 - 9/10

MGD Tim's thoughts -- Electric state

 

MGD Tim's Quick Review -- Your Friendly Neighbourhood SpiderMan S01

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MGD Tim's Quick Review -- Your Friendly Neighbourhood SpiderMan S01

 

What I enjoyed about this season is that the fresh take on Spiderman/Peter Parker. There were some good episodes and as a Spiderman/Marvel fan, I love all the comic ties and Easter eggs in the episodes. Once you noticed them, you realized how exciting and fun it can get.

 

Personally and arguably, making changes to Norman Osborn and Dr Connors were kinda unnecessary for me. Other than that, I would love to see how upcoming seasons unfold.

TL2025moviewatch : Captain America 4

 

Tim’s quick reaction to #captainamericabravenewworld

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Lego Optimus

 

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In light of the release of the latest Transformers movie.. and discovering that the franchise turned 40 years old this week (conjunction with the airing of the first ever episode of TF G1).. sharing the look of my Lego Optimus Prime.

It was my birthday gift this year, thanks to wifey. Managed to build it a few weeks ago. While it was fun and satisfying to see it all come together, I have to cautiously move some parts of the build to transform (from robot to truck) or else, some parts will come out. 🙃

Anyway, as a Transformers fan, I am so glad to have this build. Wishlist ticked.

Yup, time to ... 𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑟𝑜𝑙𝑙 𝑜𝑢𝑡!!

p.s Enjoyed @transformersmovie very much. Review posted at @moviegeeksdiscussions

 

MGD recorded session s03e02

 

So many news from D23.. so which one gets our attention?