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Check out my full review @ https://movieswetextedabout.com/matchbox-the-movie-movie-review-john-cena-leads-a-fun-practical-ride-that-never-leaves-its-lane/ Rating: B- MATCHBOX THE MOVIE is exactly the film I expected: a formulaic, predictable spy comedy that never tries to be more than what it truly is. The practical, on-location action gives it a real edge over most of its genre, as Sam Hargrave's choreography and kinetic camera work remain as solid as ever. John Cena carries it with ease, doing his own stunts and getting better every time I see him. The cast has genuine chemistry, and even if the characters never go much beyond the surface, a friendship built around those little cars was easy for me to relate to. I had the right amount of fun with it. Not more, not less.

I never saw the movie green lantern, I assume this television series is somehow related to that, maybe I should have watched that first, or maybe the fact that I went into this green (no pun intended) gave me a new look with fresh eyes, either way, I was not disappointed. I found the story line to be all over the place, but in the end, the pieces of the puzzle came together as they should... definitely one to watch, now let us hope the writers don't destroy future episodes by filling them with woke nonsense and stick with features that logically make sense. looking forward to season two ... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

One of the greatest films ive ever had the pleasure of watching.. The marketing for this movie was a little subpar, went in not knowing really what to expect but I had heard nothing but good things about it. I was definitely NOT disappointed. The underlying and overlaying meaning of the film was so incredibly deep it had me rethinking life as it played "Level 4" followed by altered sounds of nature animals as the credits roll. It felt surreal to walk out of that theatre. This film couldnt have been made at any better of a time for politics and global uncertainties. I mean we literally watched a movie that is supposed to make us laugh during these dystopian and uncertain times, a play meant to make people laugh during dystopian and uncanny times. Not to mention the cinematography.. absolutely stunning. Everyone involved in the making of this masterpiece deserves an award every red carpet Hollywood event. Especially my actor of year nominee, Tom Cruise. He shined brighter then anyone ever thought he could in a role thats not just shooting bad guys and holding onto the side of military cargo planes. Bravo to you all. Go watch Digger.

James RowlandTMDB7.0 / 10

*May Contain Spoilers:* I *think* love Digger. It’s a beautiful, but bleak film. One which you only truly understand after letting it sit for a few days. As I have done. From the very beginning, Iñárritu does the unthinkable - daring you to dislike it. The sound design, cinematography, make-up - all stunning, but deeply uncomfortable. These first 30 mins are both exciting, and daunting; rattling by with little time for pause. Not giving us the chance to breathe. Then, just as we begin to settle into the chaos of it all… Iñárritu dares us once again - to sit through the most bizarre cinema experience I’ve ever felt. The entire 2nd act contains arguably the best scenes of the film, and carries the majority of the narrative… yet in the moment, you hate it. Once the projections drop, and the theatre is revealed; we are left with an overall feeling of “so?” Why should you care for the story anymore? It's fake! Sure, it’s funny, and impressive - but hollow. Fortunately, that’s only half the story. Just as Digger Rockwell - and Kenny later on - battle with "controlling the narrative”. Iñárritu completely alters our “perception” of the whole experience. When we get the final reveal. It all clicks… The foreshadowing of the leaking sets, Curtis’ daughter. That is why *think* I love this film. It’s not a quick shot of escapism, it’s a slow drag, of thought provoking mastery. I also said this was a bleak film; and it is. Only now does the final line - delivered over the credits - hit me. This is not a film about a play about historical events in the future, it is a film - about a film - about a play about historical events in the future. The final line, “level 4”, is delivered first to the audience of the play, and then to the audience of this film. In both cases it says: ‘The show is over. Leave. Go back to your miserable lives’. Digger does not deliver a cliched ‘make the world a better place’ message. To it, the world is beyond saving, and we’re left to pick up the pieces. Which is where the film’s most interesting character comes in: Kenny (Jesse Plemons). Because this is not a film about the climate crisis… It’s a film about storytelling (I see why Tom Cruise liked it). Kenny’s actions to rescue Curtis’ daughter bring a family together; Just as Fossil Fools brings a community together. But to do so… Managing a scarily effective surveillance company. Funding and handpicking the talent behind the play… Perhaps Kenny too is "controlling the narrative”. Just like Digger. Just like Iñárritu. This is a long review, for an elaborate film. I really would recommend watching it - even though it may pain you in the moment. Great Film. *(P.S. That score by Cosmo Sheldrake… Incredible. OSCAR worthy.)*

"WATCHING!": 7/10 This movie is a trip. I'm quite enjoying it. I absolutely love Dan Steven's ridiculous villain character. I'm midway through. I'll update this when I'm done. -- "WATCHED!": 4/10 Yeah, no. It goes from being an entertaining trip, to just being stupid. I enjoyed the final showdown, but still, everything in-between and after, is just stupid. See now, what should have happened, is the complete destruction of human life in America. The corrupt government would have kept churning out coverups as they butchered their way across the American heartland, until literally everyone in America was dead, including all members of the government. That's the canon second half of this movie: Total annihilation! Fatalities, everywhere! Why give me this spectacle, and then ruin it like this? Fuck you, movie. Commit to the bit. I think the new Resident Evil spoiled me. <SNORTS>

CinemaSerfTMDB7.0 / 10

"Digger" (Tom Cruise) is an oil gazzillionaire who cares little for safety or the environment as he determines to milk the planet of as many of it's resources as he can before someone tells him to stop. It's his multi-billion dollar operation in the Arctic that is causing consternation after a massive methane explosion releases a part of the ice shelf and sets it en-route to the low countries of Europe where catastrophe looms. Quickly in cahoots with the president (John Goodman) and finally having to listen to the only scientist in his otherwise acolytic empire prepared to deliver some home truths - "Ganesh" (Riz Ahmed) they consider their options. Get in front of the news: tell the truth and own the problem; feign ignorance and let a now rather angry nature take it's course or do they get the bombers out? All the while this is playing out, we are aware that this is actually all part of a complicated stage play entitled "Fossil Fools" and that "Digger" is really "Curtis", an actor who is having some family troubles and who isn't entirely focussed on the job in hand. Now juggling both scenarios, we embark on quite a scathing satire of global geopolitics that culminates in probably the best performance I've ever seen from Tom Cruise. His animated soliloquy to a suitably gray/beige parliament towards the end about the extent of public complicity in the current environmental situation is potent, thought-provoking and is one of those monologues that has a lot more truth to it than we, watching, might care to acknowledge. Sure, it plays to many a stereotype along the way and it tends to exaggerate for theatrical effect now and again, but by blending satire into scenarios that might readily seem plausible - especially just about everything featuring the on-form Goodman, it hits the mark more often than not. It's not just aiming for the low-hanging fruit of corporate excess, but perhaps with rather more sophistry suggests that that greed is just as prevalent amongst the convenience culture masses who have, for generations, taken low-cost energy and travel for granted. Maybe it's more luck than judgement on the part of Alejandro Iñárritu but the substance of this film really does resonate strongly right now and with Cruise, Goodman, their make up artistes and some seriously poignant writing unafraid to take populist cinema firmly into the realms of hitherto largely avoided, but still quite darkly humorous, controversy - some of this is really quite profound and it makes few bones about speculating that the most powerful people in the world nowadays have rarely, if ever, been anywhere near any ballot papers.

Yall goofy. The show is good enough, this a light 8 I fuck with it 💯 something nice to sit down and watch every Sunday.

It's just as I suspected fraud lantern (Hal Jordan) is still a fraud. Let's just hope junior proves himself to be otherwise

GenerationofSwineTMDB1.0 / 10

I mean I love how it takes the time to inject politics into it every few seconds and make the show about race politics and not, you know, about the Galactic Police that are the Lanterns. Because what I've always said is "If only Hollywood would make more shows that pander to political ideologies," because at the end of the day, we are all tired of being entertained and want to be lectured like we are children who need the guidance of the dumbest people on earth not currently holding public office in Los Angeles. Yeah, it sucks, but you already knew that, just like you already knew that the only people actually going to praise it are the people that want politics over substance.

bruceparkerTMDB

This movie was one of the most anticipated for me after No Way Home, and seeing Peter's struggle and growth stunned me; I enjoyed every part of the movie. The only complaint about this movie is that they haven't shown Peter's full power throughout the movie. I loved this movie a lot !! Can't wait for the next one.