emily967166

While the acting is competent, Monster: Ed Gein takes extreme liberties with the facts, inventing bizarre behaviors and prison antics that never actually happened. It sensationalizes and romanticizes real-life killers in a way that distorts history and misinforms viewers who aren't fact-checking. If you're looking for a true account of Ed Gein and other killers, this show is not it - it prioritises shock value over accuracy.

It was interesting to see the exploration of the horror genre inspired by his crimes. It generated a voyeuristic approach to horror and murder.

It absolutely has the shock factor. Certain characters really irritated me though. Such as Adeline - she did not exist and it completely undermined the entire explanation for his crimes; isolation and detachment from humanity.

I stuck with the whole 8 shows and found the last two episodes to be the most interesting.

However, this is about Ed Gein. They verged into mindhunter territory, randomly started connecting him to Ted Bundy (suggesting he helped solve the crime when he catagorically did not).

Unlike series 1 and 2 this series was like a sieve of inaccuracy. I am deeply disappointed in how much has been fabricated. I completely understand the idea of dramatic or artistic licence, but with a character like Ed Gein, you don't need all that fluff as another reviewer put it. The cold hard truth is bad enough.

Even though I enjoyed it at times, I am Deeply disappointed. Such a shame.

This was AMAZING! I watched it out of curiosity more than anything and I ended up loving it! It is such a refreshing theme and concept. A bit like modern day girl power. Also reminded me at times of the powerpuff girls!

I don't really know or follow anything about KPop but this seems rammed full with K-pop culture references. Almost like a beginners guide.

The music is classic K-Pop though.

I just loved it. Probably not the most helpful review. But I really enjoyed so many aspects. The storyline, character development, relationship dynamics, the music, the production design... all of it!

I loved each individual female character as well.

Will definitely watch it again!

A Family Affair, starring Nicole Kidman, Zac Efron, Joey King, and Kathy Bates, had the potential to deliver a compelling story with its star-studded cast, but unfortunately, it fell flat.

How I Found It: The movie didn't hold my attention and felt like it was plodding along without much direction. I kept waiting for it to pick up or offer some emotional depth, but it never did. It lacked the spark and warmth that make rom-coms enjoyable, leaving me disappointed.

Nicole Kidman: I usually find Nicole Kidman captivating on screen, but her performance here was underwhelming. Her character annoyed me, particularly because of the questionable choices she made-never put a man before your child! It felt like a waste of her talent, and I couldn't connect with her role.

Zac Efron: While I've enjoyed Zac Efron in films like New Year's Eve and Baywatch, this role just didn't work for me. It's not entirely his fault, but he essentially played a version of himself, which came across as dull. His character lacked the charm or complexity needed to stand out.

Joey King: The saving grace of the movie. Joey King delivered a captivating performance, and I found myself enjoying every scene she was in. She brought energy and authenticity that the rest of the film lacked.

Kathy Bates: Kathy Bates is always a joy to watch, and her scenes were no exception. She brought a touch of magic and gravitas to the movie, even if the script didn't give her much to work with.

Best scene for me: the Christmas scene when they're all at the cabin. This scene delivers the growth that was sorely lacking until this point.

Overall: The film is primarily a series of glimpses of Kidman and Efron as a happy, affectionate couple, but it doesn't go beyond surface-level storytelling. It's essentially a rom-com without the sizzle or the warm glow that makes the genre so comforting. Instead, it felt a little sad and lacking in heart.

Final Thoughts: Despite the strong cast, A Family Affair fails to deliver. It's not the worst movie I've seen, but it's far from memorable. If you're looking for a light-hearted rom-com, this one may leave you wanting more.