Sleepin_Dragon
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Spencer Timms is once again reinstated and asked to deal with a deadly threat in the lake.
Thom Hallum is back for the third and final time as Spencer Timms, a guy who just can't catch a break. Timms once again does a decent job as the film's hero; however, the film is monumentally flawed.
It's essentially the same plot as the first two films; it simply wasn't enough to shock the audience with the thrilling news that there was a family of sharks. It just didn't hold up.
The production values are perhaps a little sharper than in the first two, and some of the sharks looked a little less dodgy, but only just. I still like the fact that they opted for bull sharks, as they are a fascinating species, incredibly hardy and genuinely a danger to people; they just weren't well realized.
Quite often with a trilogy, I'll go back to the earlier films, but there was no urge to do that here. I think this was the weakest of the three films; no more please.
2/10.
Thom Hallum is back for the third and final time as Spencer Timms, a guy who just can't catch a break. Timms once again does a decent job as the film's hero; however, the film is monumentally flawed.
It's essentially the same plot as the first two films; it simply wasn't enough to shock the audience with the thrilling news that there was a family of sharks. It just didn't hold up.
The production values are perhaps a little sharper than in the first two, and some of the sharks looked a little less dodgy, but only just. I still like the fact that they opted for bull sharks, as they are a fascinating species, incredibly hardy and genuinely a danger to people; they just weren't well realized.
Quite often with a trilogy, I'll go back to the earlier films, but there was no urge to do that here. I think this was the weakest of the three films; no more please.
2/10.
Mulder and Scully face a couple of issues in an automated sushi bar. Murder refuses to tip after a problem with his order, and the night's entertainment soon follows.
The X-Files definitely looked into Black Mirror here; this is one of the standout episodes from the show's latter years. It's a wonderfully nightmarish look into a future that's perhaps not too far away and now not too hard to believe.
That introduction sets the tone perfectly; you get a fair idea of what is to come. There's definitely an element of tongue-in-cheek humor too; it works very well. Terrific special effects! It was like robot wars at times.
This episode really holds up well after a couple of years, and several advancements have been made. I was all set to order a smart coffee machine; I think after this I'll stick with my manual sage one!
9/10.
The X-Files definitely looked into Black Mirror here; this is one of the standout episodes from the show's latter years. It's a wonderfully nightmarish look into a future that's perhaps not too far away and now not too hard to believe.
That introduction sets the tone perfectly; you get a fair idea of what is to come. There's definitely an element of tongue-in-cheek humor too; it works very well. Terrific special effects! It was like robot wars at times.
This episode really holds up well after a couple of years, and several advancements have been made. I was all set to order a smart coffee machine; I think after this I'll stick with my manual sage one!
9/10.
The shocking story of Thabo Bester and Doctor Nandipha Magudumana is a narrative that became front-page news in South Africa. Bester had apparently died in a prison fire, but had he really?
It's a remarkable story and a decent documentary. The main criticism I'd have is that it was just too long; it could have benefited from being chopped down, as the middle episode is mostly filler. Episode three is definitely the high point, featuring several moments that will leave your jaw dropped.
It's almost like a South African Bonnie and Clyde story. It is definitely thought-provoking; you'll spend most of the time wondering whether Nandipha is a victim or a perpetrator. I came away thinking she ticked both boxes: Bester is a dangerous individual but clearly had something.
There are some intriguing interviews from all concerned. I felt so sorry for Nandipha's family; imagine the torment they faced-it must have been horrendous. They speak candidly.
The lengths people will go to for love? Or obsession?
6/10.
It's a remarkable story and a decent documentary. The main criticism I'd have is that it was just too long; it could have benefited from being chopped down, as the middle episode is mostly filler. Episode three is definitely the high point, featuring several moments that will leave your jaw dropped.
It's almost like a South African Bonnie and Clyde story. It is definitely thought-provoking; you'll spend most of the time wondering whether Nandipha is a victim or a perpetrator. I came away thinking she ticked both boxes: Bester is a dangerous individual but clearly had something.
There are some intriguing interviews from all concerned. I felt so sorry for Nandipha's family; imagine the torment they faced-it must have been horrendous. They speak candidly.
The lengths people will go to for love? Or obsession?
6/10.
