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I enjoy bad movies. I am rarely compelled to journal my thoughts on them. I do not get a kick out roasting low budget movies, but I am so disappointed by Magellan that I can't resist sharing my thoughts. I think the problem lies with the fact that I wanted so much to like this movie.
As stated above, this would have made a classic episode of The Twilight Zone back in 1964. We would think of the Major Nelson episode as representing that series instead of Willam Shatner looking at a gremlin on the wing of an airplane. Sadly, this was a movie made in 2017 and not 30 minute black and white piece of nostalgia.
Not every film has big budget sets, but that's no excuse for how poorly executed this film was even given it's obviously minimal budget. A suspension of disbelief aside, even if we throw out a basic understanding of high school physics, it's a bit hard to swallow a story this lacking in even kindergarten science in the 21st century.
In the abandoned rental hall that served as the astronauts's home on Earth, they couldn't even bother to completely scratch off the "for rent" sign on the kitchen window. On a frozen moon, he had to siphon some gas with a hose. Its shocking they didn't complete the scenario by Nelson sucking on the tube with his mouth to get the flow started. At least opening his face mask would remove some of the condensation visible on his helmet. How much more would it have cost to have a suit that pretended to be air tight?
For a giant spaceship with two rooms, perhaps it would have made sense to draw the cartoon ship a bit smaller. A smaller ship might even explain the reason only a single man was sent to complete potentially the biggest discovery in the history of mankind.
If you are a fan of the American version of The Office, you can't help but think of the Dinner Party episode when Major Nelson tells his artificial copilot to put his messages up on the "big" screen. It was akin to Micheal Scott showing off his 13 inch plasma TV.
They worried about Chinese hackers when the only visible equipment was one tiny Korean television, a laptop, and a 1950s glove box. His insistence on touching the alien artifacts reminds one of the Ren & Stimpy episode where he was warned never to touch the big shiny red button. (Didn't that take place on a spaceship too?) Once all three objects were collected, it was of concern which intimate body part he was going to rub on the next once both hands were full.
The whole wife story was pretty much superfluous considering how little thought Major Nelson gives her in the end. It's unclear if we are supposed to like the astronaut character or not. If he is indeed the man who always follows orders and loves his wife we are shown in the first half of the movie, then the AI isn't the only one in this movie to have his firmware corrupted.
Calling this movie Magellan is a bit of a stretch, the name denotes an epic journey of discovery. Maybe calling it Hudson after explorer Henry Hudson might be more apropos. He went on an epic journey and against orders and better judgement got his ship and crew marooned and frozen to death.
As stated above, this would have made a classic episode of The Twilight Zone back in 1964. We would think of the Major Nelson episode as representing that series instead of Willam Shatner looking at a gremlin on the wing of an airplane. Sadly, this was a movie made in 2017 and not 30 minute black and white piece of nostalgia.
Not every film has big budget sets, but that's no excuse for how poorly executed this film was even given it's obviously minimal budget. A suspension of disbelief aside, even if we throw out a basic understanding of high school physics, it's a bit hard to swallow a story this lacking in even kindergarten science in the 21st century.
In the abandoned rental hall that served as the astronauts's home on Earth, they couldn't even bother to completely scratch off the "for rent" sign on the kitchen window. On a frozen moon, he had to siphon some gas with a hose. Its shocking they didn't complete the scenario by Nelson sucking on the tube with his mouth to get the flow started. At least opening his face mask would remove some of the condensation visible on his helmet. How much more would it have cost to have a suit that pretended to be air tight?
For a giant spaceship with two rooms, perhaps it would have made sense to draw the cartoon ship a bit smaller. A smaller ship might even explain the reason only a single man was sent to complete potentially the biggest discovery in the history of mankind.
If you are a fan of the American version of The Office, you can't help but think of the Dinner Party episode when Major Nelson tells his artificial copilot to put his messages up on the "big" screen. It was akin to Micheal Scott showing off his 13 inch plasma TV.
They worried about Chinese hackers when the only visible equipment was one tiny Korean television, a laptop, and a 1950s glove box. His insistence on touching the alien artifacts reminds one of the Ren & Stimpy episode where he was warned never to touch the big shiny red button. (Didn't that take place on a spaceship too?) Once all three objects were collected, it was of concern which intimate body part he was going to rub on the next once both hands were full.
The whole wife story was pretty much superfluous considering how little thought Major Nelson gives her in the end. It's unclear if we are supposed to like the astronaut character or not. If he is indeed the man who always follows orders and loves his wife we are shown in the first half of the movie, then the AI isn't the only one in this movie to have his firmware corrupted.
Calling this movie Magellan is a bit of a stretch, the name denotes an epic journey of discovery. Maybe calling it Hudson after explorer Henry Hudson might be more apropos. He went on an epic journey and against orders and better judgement got his ship and crew marooned and frozen to death.
I think the general concept of this sitcom is truly a great idea and one that is relatable to many Americans. Although the show focuses on Latinx culture, America is the great melting pot, and which of our cultures doesn't have "dads who drink too much beer"? If we haven't lived it ourselves, we all know people touched by the infidelities of their parents or felt the sting of our generation not being understood by our parents. All this stuff sounds great on paper, with a semi-bankable star such as George Lopez involved, it's clear to see why the network execs gave it the green light. Now those execs, and America, are cringing at what was produced given such a promising concept.
This show fails superbly right from the start from its initial messaging. From all the advertising, you get zero understanding of what this show is about. The only thoughts it evokes are "oh, look another George Lopez vehicle", perhaps I'll tune in as long as it doesn't show at the same time as his old show on Nick at Nite. Any thoughts beyond that are total confusion.
The name in itself is misleading. Millennials are not the highest demographic of network television viewers. The name of the series will probably remind older audiences of 1979's Best Picture "Kramer versus Kramer". This Hollywood flick explored the effects of divorce on a family. It takes its name from how a divorce action is filed in the court system.
Lopez v Lopez tries to be topical with its inclusion of TicTok, but keep in mind many older folks (the ones who still watch network television) are probably aware the platform exists, but this might be there first actual exposure to the videos in practice. If you are an avid TicToker, there is a chance you may have seen Mayan Lopez before and be aware of her famous father. If not, the promotional material is all the more perplexing.
The trailer contains lines like, "I love it when we do things together, have fun, and then you leave". This is something a divorced couple may say to each other while trying to successfully co-parent a child after divorce. If, like the large percentage of America, Mayan Lopez isn't a household name, you may look at the actress and wonder if that was the wife from his old show. Granted there isn't that much real resemblance, but after being out of the public eye for 15+ years, I have no doubt people wonder if Angie from the old show got a facelift or gained some weight.
Then the trailer goes on to introduce the feisty older mother figure. I seem to recall his last show having one of them as well. Then he promptly makes a "single" entendres (not clever enough to be double) penis joke. So given this introduction to the new series, people are left scratching their heads and wondering, "So there is a new George Lopez show where he plays a drunk that broke up his marriage to have relations with his mother in law?"
When a new show fails so miserably to introduce the audience to its most basic premise it is doomed from the start. It's truly a shame, it was a great idea that had the potential to resonate with America. I honestly hope they take steps to more clearly state their message, but it may already be too late.
This show fails superbly right from the start from its initial messaging. From all the advertising, you get zero understanding of what this show is about. The only thoughts it evokes are "oh, look another George Lopez vehicle", perhaps I'll tune in as long as it doesn't show at the same time as his old show on Nick at Nite. Any thoughts beyond that are total confusion.
The name in itself is misleading. Millennials are not the highest demographic of network television viewers. The name of the series will probably remind older audiences of 1979's Best Picture "Kramer versus Kramer". This Hollywood flick explored the effects of divorce on a family. It takes its name from how a divorce action is filed in the court system.
Lopez v Lopez tries to be topical with its inclusion of TicTok, but keep in mind many older folks (the ones who still watch network television) are probably aware the platform exists, but this might be there first actual exposure to the videos in practice. If you are an avid TicToker, there is a chance you may have seen Mayan Lopez before and be aware of her famous father. If not, the promotional material is all the more perplexing.
The trailer contains lines like, "I love it when we do things together, have fun, and then you leave". This is something a divorced couple may say to each other while trying to successfully co-parent a child after divorce. If, like the large percentage of America, Mayan Lopez isn't a household name, you may look at the actress and wonder if that was the wife from his old show. Granted there isn't that much real resemblance, but after being out of the public eye for 15+ years, I have no doubt people wonder if Angie from the old show got a facelift or gained some weight.
Then the trailer goes on to introduce the feisty older mother figure. I seem to recall his last show having one of them as well. Then he promptly makes a "single" entendres (not clever enough to be double) penis joke. So given this introduction to the new series, people are left scratching their heads and wondering, "So there is a new George Lopez show where he plays a drunk that broke up his marriage to have relations with his mother in law?"
When a new show fails so miserably to introduce the audience to its most basic premise it is doomed from the start. It's truly a shame, it was a great idea that had the potential to resonate with America. I honestly hope they take steps to more clearly state their message, but it may already be too late.
A very cute and family friendly little picture, but far from movie of the year. Despite winning best of show at a film festival, it does not guarantee this is a legendary movie. Then general public is unaware of the kind of garbage shown at most festivals. Still this low budget flick tells an off beat story with heart.
It combines elements like overcoming loneliness in a manner very similar to "Lars and the Real Girl". Instead of a rubber sex doll, this lonely Geppetto cobbles together a companion out of trash. Both the resourcefulness and the success rate of his inventions take a page from the character of Data from "The Goonies". The robot, Charles, is also a bit reminiscent of Johnny 5 from the "Short Circuit" films.
This story picks the best elements from classic films and literature and combines them in a unique way. Since this film debuted around Halloween, audiences expecting anything Frankenstein-esque will be sorely disappointed. It does not contain any mishaps with introducing the robot into society. It does however contain an accelerated period of growth and maturity for the robot. It was very enjoyable to see Charles go from infant to adult with even a rebellious teen phase in the mix.
This film doesn't preach about artificial intelligence nor does it philosophize. It does not even answer the question of what Charles the robot does with the massive amounts of cabbage he consumes. It does not need to...It's just a cute little modern day fairy tale.
It combines elements like overcoming loneliness in a manner very similar to "Lars and the Real Girl". Instead of a rubber sex doll, this lonely Geppetto cobbles together a companion out of trash. Both the resourcefulness and the success rate of his inventions take a page from the character of Data from "The Goonies". The robot, Charles, is also a bit reminiscent of Johnny 5 from the "Short Circuit" films.
This story picks the best elements from classic films and literature and combines them in a unique way. Since this film debuted around Halloween, audiences expecting anything Frankenstein-esque will be sorely disappointed. It does not contain any mishaps with introducing the robot into society. It does however contain an accelerated period of growth and maturity for the robot. It was very enjoyable to see Charles go from infant to adult with even a rebellious teen phase in the mix.
This film doesn't preach about artificial intelligence nor does it philosophize. It does not even answer the question of what Charles the robot does with the massive amounts of cabbage he consumes. It does not need to...It's just a cute little modern day fairy tale.