Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023)

Title: Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hours 4 minutes
Release Date: February 17, 2023
Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi
Production Co.: Marvel Studios
Director: Peyton Reed
Starring: Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lillly, Michelle Pfeiffer


Who would I recommend this to?
Fans of the other two.

What is this about?
Michelle Pfeiffer being hot...and getting sucked into the quantum realm to fight a war.

When would be a good time to watch this?
After the other two.

Where does it take place?
The quantum realm.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I'm trying to keep up with the Marvel movies.

How did I like this?
Definitely one of the better Marvel movies, since it doesn't feel like a Marvel movie. More like a high budget SyFy Channel movie. It was fun and kept my attention the whole time. Although I'm unsure if I was suppose to take the Ultimate Weapon seriously or not, because he was very '90s Power Rangers.

And are you trying to tell me that The Conqueror was able to use all of his tech knowledge to build all that, but he needed Ant-Man to solve his main problem? I had trouble believing that.

Have you seen Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

Title: Spider-Man: Homecoming
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hours 13 minutes
Release Date: July 7, 2017
Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi
Production Co.: Marvel Studios, Columbia Pictures
Director: Jon Watts
Starring: Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, Robert Downey Jr.


Who would I recommend this to?
Teen action movie fans.

What is this about?
A young boy with spider powers trying to save his city from evil.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On your next movie night.

Where does it take place?
New York.

Why did I decide to watch this?
It's finally on Disney+.

How did I like this?
 Easily the best of the Marvel movies! It was so fun! And I honestly did not even think about the twist! What?!

But...why was Zendaya in this? I like her in general, but this role? Just...why? I mean, I guess they cleared it up at the end, but she still makes no sense.

Have you seen Spider-Man: Homecoming? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Last of Us - Season 1 (2023)

Title: The Last of Us - Season 1
Rating: TV-MA
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: January 15, 2023
Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi, Drama, Series
Production Co.: Naughty Dog
Creator(s): Neil Druckmann, Craig Mazin
Starring: Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Anna Torv


Who would I recommend this to?
Everyone who can handle end of the world chaos.

What is this about?
The collapse of civilization after a fungus turns humans into zombies.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Immediately. Clear your schedule.

Where does it take place?
Boston and across the US.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Honestly, a favorite podcast was talking about episode three.

How did I like this?
It is so good. Like, I was upset I didn't know about it sooner. Episode 3 nearly killed me. It was like its own movie set in this universe, which is already fascinating enough. At least half the episodes make me cry at some point, which was not something I'd expect from a dystopian action show.

Have you seen The Last of Us? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)

Title: Everything Everywhere All at Once
Rating: R
Run Time: 2 hours 19 minutes
Release Date: April 8, 2022
Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi, LGBTQ+
Production Co.: A24
Director: Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert
Starring: Michelle Yeoh, Stephanie Hsu, Jamie Lee Curtis


Who would I recommend this to?
This will appeal to a lot of people who like different genres, but also turn off a lot of people not a fan of any of those genres.

What is this about?
Everything...everywhere...all at once. And above all, love and acceptance.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On an 11 hour flight, or whenever you have 2+ hours for a movie.

Where does it take place?
SoCal, somewhere.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I kept hearing good things about and was trapped on an 11 hour flight.

How did I like this?
I will not even pretend like I understood everything in this movie, but I was highly hooked and entertained. WTF did I watch?! That was wild!

Have you seen Everything Everywhere All at Once? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Morbius (2022)

Title: Morbius
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: April 1, 2022
Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi
Production Co.: Marvel Entertainment
Director: Daniel Espinosa
Starring: Jared Leto, Matt Smith, Adria Arjona


Who would I recommend this to?
I don't know, honestly.

What is this about?
A doctor trying to cure his own illness but things go wrong.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a 5 hour flight.

Where does it take place?
New York.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I was on a 5 hour flight.

How did I like this?
I know everyone hates this movie, but I actually liked it. Yes, I think Jared Leto is hott, but whatever. I thought this movie was interesting. Sure, the special effects were kinda bad, but the story kept me interested.

Have you seen Morbius? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Bullet Train (2022)

Title: Bullet Train
Rating: R
Run Time: 2 hours 7 minutes
Release Date: August 5, 2022
Genre(s): Action, Comedy
Production Co.: 57North
Director: David Leitch
Starring: Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone looking for something different.

What is this about?
Assassins on a train.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a 5 hour flight. Or anytime really.

Where does it take place?
On the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto.

Why did I decide to watch this?
My mom told me to.

How did I like this?
This movie was utterly bizarre yet kept me hooked. I am a total sucker for short timelines in movies/books, and this is just the 2 hour train ride and all the wackiness that takes place there. It's action packed and funny. It was more bloody than I anticipated, but not overly gory.

Have you seen Bullet Train? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)

Title: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hour 14 minutes
Release Date: September 3, 2021
Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi
Production Co.: Marvel Studios
Director: Destin Daniel Cretton
Starring: Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Tony Chiu-Wai Leung


Who would I recommend this to?
MCU fans. Those looking for Asian superhero representation.

What is this about?
After escaping his father's dangerous organization, a young man must return and face his father one last time.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Whenever.

Where does it take place?
Macau.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I watched all the other Marvel movies and they can only get better...

How did I like this?
It's so nice to finally get some diversity and change of scenery in the MCU.

This is definitely more action than story. Lots of physics-defying fight scenes, high speed chases, and a training montage. It's not bad, but just wasn't very interesting to me. Katy and Xialing were the best part though, and were far more interesting than Shang-Chi who had zero personality.

Have you seen Shang-Chi? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Black Widow (2021)

Title: Black Widow
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hours 14 minutes
Release Date: July 9, 2021
Genre(s): Sci-Fi, Action
Production Co.: Marvel Studios
Director: Cate Shortland
Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, David Harbour


Who would I recommend this to?
Marvels fans, or even Marvel skeptics who like badass women.

What is this about?
Black Widow must come out of hiding to take care of some unfinished business...and save the world.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a long flight, or other time you need to fill over two hours.

Where does it take place?
All over.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Natasha is one of very few Marvel characters I actually like. And it was a long flight...

How did I like this?
I was pleasantly surprised! I am not generally a fan of the Marvel movies, but I did want to know more about Natasha, and I got that! I especially liked her little sister, Yelena. Her dad as a fun goof too. I guess I actually just liked the entire family. The plot was pretty standard and cliche, but I liked it.

Have you seen Black Widow? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (2012)

Title: Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Release Date: June 22, 2012
Genre(s): Fantasy, Action
Production Co.: Abraham Productions
Director: Timur Bekmambetov
Starring: Benjamin Walker, Rufus Sewell, Dominic Cooper


Who would I recommend this to?
Those who like alternative history...and vampires.

What is this about?
Abraham Lincoln...hunting vampires...

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a dark and stormy night.

Where does it take place?
Springfield, Illinois.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I was interested in the book because I liked the title and premise. I haven't gotten around to the book, but the movie will do.

How did I like this?
It's pretty good. I liked it enough, but nothing wowed me. I was a bit disappointed at that time jump, but it actually worked! Fighting doesn't always have to physical.

Have you seen Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Snakes on a Plane (2006)

Title: Snakes on a Plane
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Release Date: August 18, 2006
Genre(s): Action, Suspense
Production Co.: New Line Cinema
Director: David R. Ellis
Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Julianna Margulies, Nathan Phillips


Who would I recommend this to?
Me.

What is this about?
A witness to a murder's plane is hijacked by venomous snakes!

When would be a good time to watch this?
Immediately, if you've never seen it or haven't seen it in a while.

Where does it take place?
A plane over the Pacific.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Snakes.

How did I like this?
This is one of the most fun movies EVER. I was 100% obsessed when it first came out, which should surprise no one. Agent Flynn's monologue is the most epic piece of literature ever recited and I'm not being ironic. SLJ is iconic.

I just hate Mary Kate (dog) getting eaten, which is why I can't rate it higher.

Have you seen Snakes on a Plane? What did you think?
It not, would you watch it?

 

Gunpowder Milkshake (2021)

Title: Gunpowder Milkshake
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 54 minutes
Release Date: July 14, 2021
Genre(s): Action
Production Co.: StudioCanal
Director: Navot Papushado
Starring: Karen Gillan, Lena Headey, Carla Gugino
 

Who would I recommend this to?
Do you like badass women? Yes? You.

What is this about?
Lady assassins kicking ass and taking names!

When would be a good time to watch this?
Whenever.

Where does it take place?
Somewhere...

Why did I decide to watch this?
I heard good things and I'm all for girl power movies.

How did I like this?
The best way to describe this is as Sin City for girls. Which is actually a terrible comparison because I'm a girl and I liked Sin City. But I hope you get the idea.

The first hour was a little rough, not bad, but just alright. After that it picks up and is really fun. I'm also a sucker for movies (and books) that take place over just one day, so that worked for me. And what's not to love about assassin librarians?!

Have you seen Gunpowder Milkshake? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

 

Charlie's Angels (2019)

Title: Charlie's Angels
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 28 minutes
Release Date: November 15, 2019
Genre(s): Action
Production Co.: Columbia Pictures
Director: Elizabeth Banks
Starring: Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott, Ella Balinska


Who would I recommend this to?
Girl power action flick fans.

What is this about?
Lady super spies kicking ass and taking names.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a boring evening that needs some action!

Where does it take place?
Hamburg and Istanbul.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I really liked the "older" remake movies, so why not?

How did I like this?
I was pleasantly surprised! I actually had no expectations, but I liked it. It's a fun, modern, girl power action flick. Even my puppy watched it for a bit, which was cute.

Have you seen Charlie's Angels? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Tropic Thunder (2008)

Title: Tropic Thunder
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 47 minutes
Release Date: August 13, 2008
Genre(s): Comedy, Action
Production Co.: Dreamworks
Director: Ben Stiller
Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr.


Who would I recommend this to?
Are you easily offended? Yes? Not you!

What is this about?
Actors on location get pulled into real world conflict without knowing it's not in the script.

When would be a good time to watch this?
When you want to reminisce about the early 2000s.

Where does it take place?
The jungles of Vietnam.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I originally saw this in theaters because it looked hilarious. Now I just wanted to see how bad it truly was.

How did I like this?
This movie cracked me up the first time. It's so over-the-top and ridiculous and there's no way not to laugh. I totally know that this movie could never be made today though. People are too easily offended, even when something is clearly satire and showing how problematic these attitudes are. Do Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr. think Black-face is acceptable? Most likely not, and I think the movie clearly shows that it IS a problem.

It's still funny though. And this is probably the only movie I like Tom Cruise in.

Have you seen Tropic Thunder? What did you think?
If not would you watch it?

 

Baywatch (2017)

Title: Baywatch
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 56 minutes
Release Date: May 25, 2021
Genre(s): Comedy, Action
Production Co.: Paramount Pictures
Director: Seth Gordon
Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Zac Efron, Alexandra Daddario


Who would I recommend this to?
Do you like action comedies?

What is this about?
Hot lifeguards saving more than just drowning victims.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Anytime to recapture that end of summer fun feeling. Or just to stare at hot people.

Where does it take place?
Emerald Bay.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Zac Efron and The Rock.

How did I like this?
I waited way too long to watch this, mostly because I forgot about. But it was super fun! It's funny and action-packed and thoroughly entertaining. Full of good looking people, who can actually act. Yes, the plot is predictable, but who cares? I liked it.

Have you seen Baywatch? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?