This is a personal archive of reviews for films, series, and games. I focus on internal logic, story discipline, and whether outcomes feel earned.
One-line verdict A pleasant surprise that blends mystery, thriller, and fantasy, and ends up being far more fun than it has any right to be. What worked * Going in blind really helped. The setup unfolds naturally and keeps you curious instead of over-explaining. * The concept is solid: two snipers from
Score: 8 / 10 Category: Movie Platform: Netflix One-line verdict A bold evolution of the franchise that shifts from outbreak to survival and retaliation, and ends up being the strongest entry since the original. What worked * The premise is entirely different from the first two films. This isn’t about the
Score: 5 / 10 Category: Movie Platform: Disney+ One-line verdict A sequel that ditches the rules that made the first film work and turns into generic zombie nonsense. What worked * The cast carries more than it should. Jeremy Renner, Rose Byrne, and Idris Elba help keep it watchable. * There are moments
Score: 7 / 10 Category: Movie Platform: Netflix One-line verdict A grounded, unsettling take on the genre with a brilliant setup and a version of “zombies” that still feels fresh. What worked * The setup is amazing. Shooting central London empty, without special effects, just by filming early in the morning, gives
Score: 7 / 10 Category: Movie Platform: HBO Max One-line verdict A louder, cheesier sequel that smartly pivots from horror to action, and ends up being more fun than expected despite some messy plotting. What worked * This is a genuinely fun movie, cheesy lines and all. It knows what it is
Score: 2 / 10 Category: Movie Platform: HBO Max One-line verdict A film that desperately wants to feel smart and unsettling, but collapses into incoherence the moment you try to understand it. What worked * The acting is serviceable. On a performance level alone, it’s not the problem. * There are moments
Score: 7 / 10 Category: Movie Platform: Netflix One-line verdict A straightforward, feel-good Christmas comedy that still works, even if you know exactly where it’s going. What worked * This felt fresh when it came out, and it’s easy to see why. There wasn’t really another Christmas movie doing
Score: 5 / 10 Category: Stand-up Special Platform: Netflix One-line verdict Still funny in parts, but feels like a familiar set delivered with less bite and fewer standout moments. What worked * Ricky Gervais is still sharp and confident on stage. The delivery is professional and controlled. * His usual trademarks are all
Score: 5 / 10 Category: Movie Platform: Netflix One-line verdict A strong and engaging setup that loses its footing once the story explains itself. What worked * The setup is genuinely clever and pulled me in early. * The first quarter establishes tension and paranoia well. The “is this real or not?” angle