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Did Despicable Me 4 Put Me To Sleep Or Was It Just Bad?
In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss the latest entry in the Despicable Me universe, Despicable Me 4.
Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They have both dabbled in screenwriting and are therefore interested not just in the final product, when it comes to movies, but how they are made.
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Venom The Last Dance - A Merciful End to a Troubled Trilogy
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss the conclusion to the Venom trilogy, Venom The Last Dance, starring Tom Hardy. Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They hav...
Is Elevation Sci-fi Schlock or a Fun Ride?
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss the new sci-fi movie, Elevation, starring Anthony Mackie. Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They have both dabbled in scr...
How Does the Disturbing Smile 2 Compare to the Original? *Lite Spoilers*
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss the anticipated horror sequel, Smile 2. Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They have both dabbled in screenwriting and are...
M. Night Shyamalan's Twisty "Trap": Frustrating or Fun?
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss M. Night Shyamalan's new movie, Trap, starring Josh Hartnett. Is it a frustrating mess of missed potential or a fun, twisty thriller? Or both? Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young...
The Insane True Crime Story Behind Netflix's Biggest Movie
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss the insane new Netflix True Crime-Based movie, Woman of the Hour. Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They have both dabble...
The Most INSANE Movies Coming December 2024
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss the movies coming soon to theaters in December 2024. Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They have both dabbled in screenwr...
Wicked! From Stage to Screen
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss Wicked, the movie based on the Broadway Musical. Only The REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They have both dabbled in screenwritin...
Alien Romulus: The Epic Alien Movie We've All Been Craving!
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss Alien Romulus, the most recent release in the Alien series. CHAPTERS 0:00 Non-Spoiler Review 5:50 Spoilerific Review 11:46 Ranking the Alien Movies 16:26 Goofy Shiz in Alien Romulus Only The Movie REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in W...
Deadpool & Wolverine: The BEST Superhero Team-Up Movie Ever?
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss Deadpool & Wolverine, the final chapter of the Deadpool trilogy. CHAPTERS 0:00 Spoiler-Free Review 5:03 Spoiler-Rific Part! Only The Movie REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and the...
BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE: Still Silly. Still Weird
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the sequel to the classic Beetlejuice movie, starring Michael Keaton. Only The Movie REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies sin...
KILLER'S GAME: A Fun Movie About Assassins
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss Killer's Game, an action movie starring Dave Bautista. Only The Movie REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 1980s. They have both dabbled in ...
Is THE Batman THE best?
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss The Batman, a new version developed by Director Matt Reeves and starring Edward from Twilight. Only The Movie REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies sin...
The Secret Saturday Night Live Origin Story Told on Film
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In this clip from the Podcast, we discuss Saturday Night, a fictionalized account of the opening night of Saturday Night Live. Only The Movie REEL is a podcast for lovers of movies that want to listen to experienced movie-goers discuss current and past movies. Hosts Michael and Lawrence grew up in Washington DC area, or the "DMV" for the young-ins, and they've been watching movies since the 198...
Is Transformers One the BEST Transformers Movie?
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Is Transformers One the BEST Transformers Movie?
The Wild Robot is a Masterclass in Quality Over Quantity
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The Wild Robot is a Masterclass in Quality Over Quantity
The Fall Guy: Ryan Gosling & Emily Blunt Shine (A Review)
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The Fall Guy: Ryan Gosling & Emily Blunt Shine (A Review)
Total Recall 2012: What Went Wrong?
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Total Recall 2012: What Went Wrong?
Steven Seagal's Marked For Death (A Review)
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Steven Seagal's Marked For Death (A Review)
Should you see Five Nights At Freddy's (FNAF)? What kind of movie is it?
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Should you see Five Nights At Freddy's (FNAF)? What kind of movie is it?
Mission Impossible III - What Went Wrong?
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Mission Impossible III - What Went Wrong?
Was Saw X The WORST Saw Movie ? (Review)
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Was Saw X The WORST Saw Movie ? (Review)
Is The Flash (2023) worth watching?
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Is The Flash (2023) worth watching?
The Marvels Trailer Reaction
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The Marvels Trailer Reaction
Movie Review: The Creator (2023) - Redefining Cinema.
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Movie Review: The Creator (2023) - Redefining Cinema.
How good is Gran Turismo (2023)?
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How good is Gran Turismo (2023)?
How To Rate Movies - Why Die Hard Is Better Than Die Hard 2
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How To Rate Movies - Why Die Hard Is Better Than Die Hard 2
The Politics of Barbie: A Filmmaking Disaster?
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The Politics of Barbie: A Filmmaking Disaster?
Is The Oppenheimer Movie Worth The Watch?
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Is The Oppenheimer Movie Worth The Watch?
Saw X Trailer Reaction
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Saw X Trailer Reaction

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  • @luaslooms6805
    @luaslooms6805 12 днів тому

    Really cool video interesting discussion

  • @purefoldnz3070
    @purefoldnz3070 Місяць тому

    no far from the best but better than Rises which was garbage

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Місяць тому

      Thanks for commenting. Don’t disagree. Rises did not work and was a big disappointment

    • @purefoldnz3070
      @purefoldnz3070 Місяць тому

      @@lowkeyclassicmovies yeah Rises was a real mess, I enjoyed the Batman but it didnt really need that third act which drags it down

  • @BillyBlanks-qm5yt
    @BillyBlanks-qm5yt Місяць тому

    I watched a movie and I thought that those cops were dumb the entire time 😂

  • @P.A.T.S.91
    @P.A.T.S.91 2 місяці тому

    Double Impact is supposed to be just a guy film, no logic or rhyme or reason except for action,guns,hot women, awesome soundtrack,booze,drugs and badass Martial Arts.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Місяць тому

      Thanks for commenting. It was just so absurd it was amusing to me

    • @P.A.T.S.91
      @P.A.T.S.91 Місяць тому

      @@lowkeyclassicmovies I spoke with the actress who played Kara in Double Impact, she told me that she slipped a listening device on her without her knowing and with a tracking device to track their base near the end. (For the record she HATED filming a girl on girl scene.)

  • @EntrEsprit
    @EntrEsprit 2 місяці тому

    Good video, i agree a lot about most movies being in that 5-6 out of 10 range, but when you go to discussion about the movie people jump to extremes way too often. I use scale slightly different: 1 through 4 is different levels of bad; 5-6 is mediocre and decent; 7 through 10 is different levels of good; that way i have 4 stars for each bad and good, and 2 stars for mixed reactions. And my rating system is as follows: 1 - Abysmal. A kind of movie you laugh at and not laugh with. Also just painful to get through (example: Home Alone 4) 2 - Terrible. The movie is functional, but very dull and fails on each level. The biggest compliment i can give to it is that it's watchable (example: Dark Phoenix) 3 - Very bad. Fundamentally broken kind of movie. It provides some entertainment and has some glimmers of hope, but too many bad things about it and it's a head-scratcher. (example: Venom: Let There Be Carnage) 4 - Bad. Has some redeeming qualities and a vision, but falls short and ends up being underwhelming. (example: Alien 3) 5 - Mediocre. A mixed bag. Some good, some bad. Wouldn't say i wasted my time, but didn't left being quite satisfied either. (example: The Strangers) 6 - Decent. Enjoyable, while i'm aware of the issues the movie has, it's still a respectable effort. If i had to rewatch it for some reason, i wouldn't mind. (example: Equilibrium) 7 - Good. That's a solid film, which gets most things right. It's not groundbreaking, but it delivers and i would definitely recommend it. (example: Bronson) 8 - Great. A well-rounded kind of movie. Acting, script, premise, direction it has it all and it's thoroughly enjoyable. (example: Wind River) 9 - Amazing. Remarkably good, it sticks with me, it stands out among other movies, strong piece of filmmaking. (example: Memento) 10 - Masterpiece. Exceptionally well crafted movie, it transcends the genre, it changed the way i look at movies, and i think about it a lot (example: Chinatown)

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Місяць тому

      Thanks for the detailed feedback. I continue to refine my thought process as I see more movies and apply my 1-10 scale.

  • @mossicely
    @mossicely 5 місяців тому

    This is a fantastic video, I have personally come to a very similar view of things. I started out rating things on a bell curve, because as a more stem minded person it just seemed like the appropriate thing to do. But my thoughts shifted over time for the same reason as yours, most people are going to naturally want to watch movies that are good. People know their own taste, generally, and are going to seek out things they think they will like while ignoring film that looks bad. If you were to watch every move that was ever made, the bell curve distribution would probably be moved to the left of center, partially because most of what people recommend and talk about is good stuff in the same way most people only listen to the top couple percentage of artists. But this would also be because you're watching a lot of content that doesn't interest you. I believe this is why when we rate things individually, a 3.5 or 7 should be a pretty good/average movie. 3 or 6 you still enjoy but maybe there's some flaws. 2.5 or 5, I personally use for content I'm apathetic to, and then below that is anything I didn't like or find to be good. I have 2's or 4's that I still found somewhat fun at moments, just didn't think were good. That's why my curve is similarly shifted to the right, where the largest category of ratings I give is a 3.5 or 7 and then less and less down to 5's or 10's. For me this feels like it gives a very natural way to approach the ratings for what I watch, and my ratings curve has remained fairly consistent overall. edit: Wanted to add that I think it's also a good idea overall to look at these ratings relative to other films in their categories, like a tier list, where it becomes easier to get a perspective on what makes that film the rating you gave it. That can often help you to see "oh, these all belong together because they're similar quality". For this reason my own curve isn't super tall, it's a bit shorter and spread out, because there's so much nuance and I'm always trying to find another 5 or 10.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 4 місяці тому

      Thanks for the compliment and thoughtful response. Even since I started this channel, my views have shifted a bit. I’m a bit harsher about movies that don’t bring much to the table. I had out more 2s and 3s than I used to

  • @thomassowellforprez110
    @thomassowellforprez110 5 місяців тому

    very insightful video

  • @NuMetalfan1996
    @NuMetalfan1996 6 місяців тому

    How I use the Star rating 5 stars = Perfection in Cinema 4 and a Half stars = Almost Perfection 4 Stars = Amazing 3 and a Half stars = Really Good 3 stars = Average 2 and a Half stars = Schlock Entertainment 2 stars = This is Really Bad 1 and Half stars = Awful 1 Star = Down Right Abysmal Half a Star = The Worst Thing in the Entire World and offers No value Whatsoever

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 6 місяців тому

      Where is 2.5 stars for average movies? lol

    • @Deeznutz29828
      @Deeznutz29828 Місяць тому

      Having 3 as “average” and 3.5 as “really good” seems weird. It doesn’t feel right seeing I gave a really good movie a 3.5.

  • @NuMetalfan1996
    @NuMetalfan1996 6 місяців тому

    I’m strict when I rate movies with the star rating. I personally feel that you have to be as objective as you can be. I’ve seen people give so many movies 4 and 5 stars and I feel well what’s the point in it all then?, if you’re going to do that. A 5 star movie to me is perfection, and even though I’ve still yet to see some classic movies I personally have only ever watched two movies that I’ve rated 5 stars, and they are The Shining and Goodfellas, those two movies are perfection. A 4 star movie to me is a fantastic movie but just doesn’t quite reach perfection levels to me. Movies that I’ve rated 4 stars are Jaws, Alien, Terminator 2, Pulp Fiction, Reservoir Dogs, Taxi Driver, Casino, Heat, Psycho, Django Unchained, The Exorcist, etc etc. They are all fucking phenomenal movies but they just don’t quite hit perfection to me. I have rated two movies with 4 and half stars that are just near the tip of perfection in The Exorcist 3 which is better than the original, and Primal Fear. Those two movies hit so close to perfection but not fully perfect. For me The Shining and Goodfellas are perfection in Cinema.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 6 місяців тому

      I think movie reviewing is by its nature subjective. They are, at their root, emotion delivery systems. The key to reviewing them is to be true to yourself and hopefully consistent. I think there are objective aspects to movies but there are movies with objective flaws that I love and well made movies I didn’t enjoy very much.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 6 місяців тому

      It does irritate me when movie reviewers love or hate everything. I good set of ratings have some sort of bell curve

    • @EntrEsprit
      @EntrEsprit 2 місяці тому

      i agree that a lot of people give away their 4 stars and 4.5 stars too easily. But i disagree that 5 stars should be only reserved for a couple perfect movies, 5/5 stars is something i'd say is a masterpiece of this media and of a genre its within. Terminator 2 is an action masterpiece, The Thing is a horror masterpiece, Goodfellas and Godfather are mob movies masterpieces. It might seem like having 30-40 five stars is too much, but if you consider a person has seen 1000 or 2000 movies, then the ratio makes it look like these 5 star movies are truly one of a kind

  • @lillordakira9752
    @lillordakira9752 6 місяців тому

    They would have gotten away with if they used another witness that doesn't know them or the suspect.

  • @janebarry-fraundorf4623
    @janebarry-fraundorf4623 6 місяців тому

    FANTASTIC Movie!! A MUST see!!! ❤😊

  • @crawlback
    @crawlback 6 місяців тому

    I used to have a 10-1 rating system. Now its this. 5 - my favourite and most flawless: Masterpieces. 4.5 - extraordinary with littlest flaws and misses: Excellences. 4 - wonderful with minimal flaws: Gems. 3.5 - amazing with perceptible flaws: Merits. 3 - good with highly apparent flaws: Solids. 2 - highly flawed/bloated: Fodder. 1 - garbage: Garbage. Unrated - the worst film of all time: Garbage Juice.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 6 місяців тому

      I like sticking with whole numbers. The psychological difference between a 5 and 10 pt scale is interesting. I find that is sounds better to me to hear a movie got a 7 out of 10 versus a 3.5 out of 5, even though they are the same!

  • @willhemmings
    @willhemmings 7 місяців тому

    I think it is difficult to rate a movie without any kind of emotional attachment, but omitting a category for enjoyability must help. This is the difference between favour (subjective); and greatness (objective)

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 6 місяців тому

      Thanks for commenting! All I was trying to do is give use a shared vocabulary for expressing our subjective opinions about the movies we see. Movies can have objective qualities but whether those qualities are important to us in enjoying a movie is still subjective.

    • @mossicely
      @mossicely 5 місяців тому

      Movies are art. I find that trying to rate a film solely on its objective qualities, which may or may not be important or effective depending on the person and how they are used, a bit tedious and flawed. Nobody cares about your ratings as much as you do, so I think if you aren't factoring your own appreciation and enjoyment into it you're not being true to yourself. But it's up to you how strongly your own personal enjoyment affects your rating.

  • @brandonhamaguchi
    @brandonhamaguchi 7 місяців тому

    I agree! Rates are good for quick communication, and you can expand on that with arguments. I also prefer the clean 1 to 10 scale. Pitchfork goes hardcore by adding decimals 😅

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 7 місяців тому

      Thanks for the feedback. Rather than add decimals, I note what the next closest grade is. So, if a rating is 6, then I will note the range is a 6-7 or a 5-6. That way, I know if it was closer to a 7 or a 5

  • @javier232
    @javier232 7 місяців тому

    Good movie

  • @davidjonesjr4676
    @davidjonesjr4676 7 місяців тому

    Your review can’t be further off

  • @spawncampe
    @spawncampe 8 місяців тому

    When I talk about movies, shows, books, games, etc, to my friends. I just put them into tiers: Tier 6: Dogsh*t(don't watch) Tier 5: Forgettable(had decent ideas but failed as a whole) Tier 4: Mixed(might be worth seeing, but wouldn't recommend to others or hype it up) Tier 3: Solid(worth checking out, probably better if you're already into that particular genre) Tier 2: Spectacular(definitely worth seeing, resonates with me) Tier 1: Iconic(hit me deep down, and most likely inspirational to me, whether it comes down to writing fiction or my personal approach to life like specific mindsets, interests, or hobbies)

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 8 місяців тому

      That’s pretty much covers it. Tiers 3&4 are the ones I expand a bit because they covers a lot of movies. For me, the majority. Do you know about the podcast I have on this channel? Look under Live content. Just did the latest one and it is posted with chapters for each movies.

  • @cupidstunt22
    @cupidstunt22 8 місяців тому

    See you at the party Richter

  • @Death_Dealer529
    @Death_Dealer529 8 місяців тому

    I very very much love the reboot...only because of Kate as Lori...she is so hot and badass. Just love her, she is such a great character that i very much adore

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 8 місяців тому

      Understandable. Kate is great. And there are parts I like. even with my criticism, it is still watchable for me.

    • @Death_Dealer529
      @Death_Dealer529 8 місяців тому

      @@lowkeyclassicmovies Well i am watching that movie 24/7 haha. But to be honest i am only paying attention when Lori is on screen

  • @BLUEDELUCA
    @BLUEDELUCA 9 місяців тому

    With TOTAL RECALL and ROBOCOP, it amazes that anyone could think it would be a good idea to remake any Paul Verhoeven film. Not only remake them but to do them straight and humourless. So bizarre.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 9 місяців тому

      Man, that Robocop movie was horrible! I was stunned how bad it was. With Total Recall, I saw the vision but it just didn’t work. Filmmakers need to recognize that remaking Robocop and Total Recall is like remaking Citizen. Kane . That’s what you are taking on

  • @brandonworkman9196
    @brandonworkman9196 9 місяців тому

    The fact that you have last Boy Scout in the background got you a sub I love old movies and this one is underrated af loved it

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 9 місяців тому

      Thanks. Definitely a low-key classic. Peak Willis and Wayans.

  • @sunwillrise84
    @sunwillrise84 10 місяців тому

    I literally saw this today - it was fine for it’s time The duo worked well - both were great

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 10 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching my video. The thumbnail title is a bit exaggerated for clicks. The movie wasn't unpleasant to watch but I did think the plot was a silly mess. 2Pac had good chemistry with Belushi, but his overall role was smaller than I expected.

  • @kennyclips658
    @kennyclips658 11 місяців тому

    My Rating System: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ = Something that I think is worth a 5 star rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2 = Something that I think is worth a 4 and a half star rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐ = Something that I think is worth a 4 star rating ⭐⭐⭐ 1/2 = Something that I think is worth a 3 and a half star rating ⭐⭐⭐ = Something that I think is worth a 3 star rating ⭐⭐ 1/2 = Something that I think is worth a 2 and a half star rating ⭐⭐ = Something that I think is worth a 2 star rating ⭐ 1/2 = Something that I think is worth a 1 and a half star rating ⭐ = Something that I think is worth a 1 star rating 1/2 = Something that I think is worth a half-star rating

  • @EZVideoStore
    @EZVideoStore 11 місяців тому

    I liked hearing about how your rating system is done, mine is sorta similar but allows me to categorize a film, on being amazing to terrible in technicality, while leaving space to be specific with how I felt about it. for me 8-10 is classics, 10 beings films with a profound impact on me, while 9 being maybe just as good but didn't reach that personal spark you'd need for a 10. 8 out of 10 is meaning I enjoyed it quite a fair amount and think the work in it is stellar, but there wasn't any peak of major enjoyment for me that stretches it into the higher scores. 5-7 are more run-of-the-mill movies, and the rating of 5 to 7 is purely on enjoyment, and allows a 7 being something I'd still recommend while it's being a newer film. while 2-4 are films are what I'd consider bad. the twist is usally a bad film that I give a 4, I usually enjoy more then the run of the mill films I give a 5. but this all really allows me to to add an extra layer on my rating system, so when looking back at it I cant really know what a number means. and for what 1 means, well... I try not to go there. In short I usually decide to rate a film on the 3 categories of technicality, then choose one of the three rating all based on how I felt.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 10 місяців тому

      I see what u are saying. Sometimes movies are very technically sound but not good otherwise. I will make a follow up about what I think goes into whether I like a movie, and how technically sound it is plays a role

    • @saraseveryn8650
      @saraseveryn8650 6 місяців тому

      ​@lowkeyclassicmovies Yes, this is an aspect I have thought about. Sometimes the whole is NOT as good as its parts. A movie could be well made in terms of cinema elements, but could still be unexciting, nonmemorable, or considered a bad/boring movie.

  • @hymen0callis
    @hymen0callis 11 місяців тому

    Your point "You should grade a lot of movies as 5s" is flawed. In order not to waste my time, I avoid mediocre or terrible movies. Usually, my established rule-of-thumb is, if it has less than 7 stars on IMDb, I'm not gonna watch it, unless it is controversial (i.e., probably a lot of unjustified downvotes) or a cult classic, ...or I'm just in the mood for something trashy to "cleanse my palate". Hence, most of the ratings I give are 6s to 9s, with 7 being most common.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 11 місяців тому

      I guess that if you miraculously only watch movies you end up liking, you may not rate many movies a 5. I can only speak from my own experience and even after figuring out what kind of movies I prefer, I see a fair number of average /mediocre/ok films. Sometimes, they just fail to deliver on their promise. Other times I’m trying out new creatives or subjects/genre not in my preference. I would contend that that there may be a lack of discernment if one would recommend every movie they ever see. You do mention rating things 6, which by my scheme is below a “recommend”, but just barely.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 11 місяців тому

      Thanks for commenting!

    • @hymen0callis
      @hymen0callis 11 місяців тому

      @@lowkeyclassicmovies Hey, thanks for replying as well. I guess I somehow adjusted my own rating scale to be "equivalent" to the IMDb ratings which I consult usually. Therefore, a 6 for me is already in "meh" territory; still enjoyable, but not really convincing. I also only very rarely give a 10; maybe once or twice a year. BTW, the reason I came across your video is that I wanted to harmonize my own rating scheme to be more consistent and fair, and I think it helped.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies 11 місяців тому

      @@hymen0callis Thanks for the positive feedback! My recollection is that the imdb rankings are very condensed. The very best movies are maybe an 8.9 at most and absolutely terrible movies don't dip below 3.5. Tons of movies are between 6-7. On that scale, 6 or even 6.5 is an "average" movie score.

    • @chrishong2791
      @chrishong2791 4 місяці тому

      Used to have this mindset recently, but i started getting bored of movies that have a rating higher than a 5. Tbh, its the way you watch a movie that makes the movie. Whether its watching lawrence of arabia in 4k in a theater or watching g force at 2 am with drunk friends, any movie is enjoyable if you make it so

  • @ericcolacino1825
    @ericcolacino1825 Рік тому

    Great video!

  • @bills-beard
    @bills-beard Рік тому

    Personally i marathoned 1-7 with an ex of mine abt 10yrs ago. Cant say i remembered much abt the series and i definitely didnt keep up with it. I had never even heard of jigsaw and spiral til after i watched saw x. I dont go to the movies/tv much, and i have lots of ad blockers, so when my partner asked me out on a halloween movie date and asked what was playing that id be interested in watching, i just picked saw because it sounded familiar. Went in basically blind, other than vague recollections of key moments from the early movies, thats it. And for that reason, i feel like i went in with the best circumstances possible. The opening didnt drag for me, i really enjoyed all the time we got to spend with jigsaw the person. Helped build character, motivation and empathy. But on the other hand, because the first half of the movie was so normal, to be honest, by the time he discovered hed been conned, id forgotten i was watching a horror movie, if that makes sense. Id kinda gotten into the mindset of it being a poorly-written drama? So when he starts kidnapping people, it was so jarring to me that i got physical whiplash. The first trap after the kidnapping, i was so unprepared i nearly passed out. And i dont normally have a weak stomach with horror movies. Perhaps some kind of mesh of shortening that long setup and easing viewers into the horror aspects wouldve been better?

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      That’s a very interesting perspective. The first part doesn’t drag at first but moreso once he started traveling. I found the slow walk through the facility in Mexico overdone. I also thought showing every person being captured was overkill there. It does shift and get intense fast with the forearm and then leg/marrow trap. I’m planning a follow up grading the traps with spoilers.

    • @bills-beard
      @bills-beard Рік тому

      ​@@lowkeyclassicmovieslooking forward to it!

  • @tristenrodrigue1814
    @tristenrodrigue1814 Рік тому

    When you can watch a movie multiple times and never get bored of it, that's when you know it's a ten. For me that movie is Joker and Gladiator.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      I usually say that for a 9 or a 10. There can be a very rewatch able movie that nevertheless has flaws that prevent them from being 10s. As a fan of the Die Hard movies, Die Hard 3 comes to mind as a 9.

  • @thesarth0nator
    @thesarth0nator Рік тому

    Great video! For me it’s: 10 = Masterpiece 9 = Amaziing 8 = Great 7 = Good 6 = Okay 5 = Meh 4 = Bad 3 = Awful 2 = Terrible 1 = Disaster

  • @StonedAge_TV
    @StonedAge_TV Рік тому

    Wolf of wall street and John carpenters the thing, they live and Halloween. Are all 10 out of 10s for me and nightmare on elm street 2 , TMNT 3 and on her majesty's secret service will always be 1s for me

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      TMNT 3 turtles in time was pretty hideous.

    • @StonedAge_TV
      @StonedAge_TV Рік тому

      @lowkeyclassicmovies yai get no enjoyment out of these 3 movies so I rate them 1s there not even fun bad a I think I was actually offended by TMNT 3 as a kid and notice the quality drop as a kid so that's saying something

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      @@StonedAge_TV I remember feeling the same way the first time I saw TMNT 3. Like, what happened? Also, did you ever notice that in TMNT 2 the turtles didn't use their weapons at all. The only weapons used were make-shift ones.

  • @chestman1776
    @chestman1776 Рік тому

    This movie is fire 🔥

  • @darnelltate9488
    @darnelltate9488 Рік тому

    "promo sm" 🙄

  • @YarynaYaryna-e8z
    @YarynaYaryna-e8z Рік тому

    Great video!! Do you have a letterboxd account where you rate movies or other specific website? I would love to follow you and read your views.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      Thank you! I have a letterboxd account but I never did much with it. I will be posting some movie rating lists soon, once I have finished a review of all my legacy movie grades. Turn notifications on so you will know when they are released.

  • @caivideosart9301
    @caivideosart9301 Рік тому

    Both meg and meg2

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      I liked the first one. For me, it worked and was a borderline 6/7 out of 10. This one was more like a 3 or 4 out of 10.

  • @tubbers1843
    @tubbers1843 Рік тому

    the ridiculous aspects of the movie is the reason you go and see it. it is a movie meant to be fun almost like a cartoon.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      There are places where the “ridiculous” worked. But, for me, ridiculous can go too far and takes all of the stakes of what is happening away. The movie turns into a corny cgi demo.

    • @sandboxsoldier864
      @sandboxsoldier864 Рік тому

      It’s a giant shark you’re not there for the story you’re there for the big ass shark killing things

  • @RavensOsFan89
    @RavensOsFan89 Рік тому

    I wouldn’t say I loved it but, all the tech aspects and the acting is very good. It’s not something I’d buy for my collection but, I’d still say a postive score.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      Yeah, I don’t feel the need to own it either. But it was an excellent experience. And I could see it again easily

  • @Rylee.2.kool.4u
    @Rylee.2.kool.4u Рік тому

    truee

  • @lowkeyclassicmovies
    @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

    My Latest Movie Review: ua-cam.com/video/6p-LKWESqUs/v-deo.html; Latest How I Rate Movies: ua-cam.com/video/sYjVDQQ_MXU/v-deo.html

  • @mikelambert9624
    @mikelambert9624 Рік тому

    Not gonna post any 'spoilers' from the trailer here, but is the spoiler you're referring to in reference to a certain voice we hear asking - of all the men to cheat, you picked John Kramer? I suspect it is that, but if you think about it - it's not really a spoiler considering when Saw X takes place, between Saw and Saw II, and that certain character was present during those films.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      What I was referring to was visual, but I think the same character. And the more I thought about it, the less concerned I was about it being a late in the movie spoiler. Apparently the still has been floating around even before the trailer drop. My general concern about visual reveals from the trailer remains though.

  • @chintanpatel3276
    @chintanpatel3276 Рік тому

    I recently started rating movies and I realized my ratings are flawed as I easily gets influenced from imdb ratings and other online reviewers. I was searching for a video on how to rate a movie efficiently and I think this video is the best. I appreciate it so much. I would love if you can make a video on giving examples on movies that are flawed in some ways and explanation on how to find flaws. Like what is missing in Die Hard 2 that you think it's not 10, but 8/9.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      I appreciate the feedback. I will definitely work on one or more follow-ups

  • @Zupfool3
    @Zupfool3 Рік тому

    I really liked the perspective you offered about not being afraid to give movies fives. A lot of the time I end up dismissing movies as bad if they're not great and you make really good points about it being a gradient and it not being great but a 4-6 rating is a really natural place for a lot of movies to end up at.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      Thanks for the feedback. It just seems very rare for people to just say a movie is ok/decent. Everything is called ‘good’ or ‘bad’. I see decent movies all the time

  • @RavensOsFan89
    @RavensOsFan89 Рік тому

    I haven’t seen any of these. Eventually I’ll dive into them though. I hear it’s a great franchise.

  • @RavensOsFan89
    @RavensOsFan89 Рік тому

    I enjoyed it. It’s not an amazing movie but, compared to other stuff this year I didn’t think it was that bad.

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      There were definitely good pieces there, it just didn’t quite come together for me until the very end.

  • @jotunhammer
    @jotunhammer Рік тому

    65 is a pointless movie - pitch black -jurassic w copy

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      Ouch. But pretty accurate this-crossed-with-that example. Have you seen Riddick? If you liked Pitch Black but maybe hated the 'chronicles' sequel, don't let that keep you from seeing Riddick. Not as good as Pitch Black, a classic, but very solid.

  • @RavensOsFan89
    @RavensOsFan89 Рік тому

    The comedy in this movie I didn’t get every joke but, there were some laughs for me. I wish the horror part was a little less goofy. It was a good one time watch for me. Subbed to your channel. Have a great week!

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      Thanks! I subscribed to you as well. Looking for fellow movie UA-camrs to learn from and maybe work with.

    • @RavensOsFan89
      @RavensOsFan89 Рік тому

      @@lowkeyclassicmovies sounds good man. I appreciate it as well. It’s all about networking and everyone has a certain style.

  • @cameronhill9746
    @cameronhill9746 Рік тому

    Yea this movie was kool pac did his thang tho he was be a touch notch actor...gridloc?¿?

  • @lunarsprinkle6580
    @lunarsprinkle6580 Рік тому

    ☠️ st least your honest?

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      Ppl who really liked the first are definitely going to see this one. But some folks that felt like me might be hesitant and miss out. If they see this, maybe they will give it a try anyway

  • @Sneaky_Turtle2
    @Sneaky_Turtle2 Рік тому

    “I didn’t like their first one that much” -No one ever.

  • @shg_boy9574
    @shg_boy9574 Рік тому

    I would only recommend it if you want some good laughs.

  • @jimbob1800
    @jimbob1800 Рік тому

    Not a fan of the movies Hollywood bleeds them dry as much money as they can get

    • @lowkeyclassicmovies
      @lowkeyclassicmovies Рік тому

      The fact that the majority of the box office comes from overseas definitely affects how they make these movies now.