A captivating movie on Netflix is somewhat similar to a two-edged weapon you wield against dimensional demons. On the bright side, you can watch it repeatedly for a minimal monthly fee. However, if you’re seeking the shared excitement of watching it with a large crowd, then your options are limited unless you have a spacious residence and numerous friends to gather.
The vibrant new animated series, Kpop Demon Hunters, is an exciting choice for watching on a smaller screen due to its vivid graphics and engaging K-pop tunes. However, being a Netflix production, the chance of enjoying it on a large cinema screen is sadly out of reach.
Or is it????
(Yes. Yes, it is. That’s why I’m writing this article.)
Netflix has decided to cater to fan requests by bringing Kpop Demon Hunters to cinemas later this month. What’s more, these showings will not just be regular screenings; they will also feature “sing-along” sessions where fans are invited to join in and sing along to tracks by Huntr/x and Saja Boys.
As a die-hard cinephile, I’ve found myself captivated by my recent discovery: “Kpop Demon Hunters,” an animated masterpiece that has broken records on Netflix as the biggest animated film ever streamed. In this exhilarating tale, three renowned Kpop singers – Rumi, Mira, and none other than the exceptional Zoey (who, let’s be honest, is undeniably the best Kpop Demon Hunter) – lead us on their secret journey of battling demons in their downtime. However, the story takes a thrilling turn when these demons retaliate against our singers by crafting their very own musical phenomenon: a boy band, filled with demonic members.
The sing-along performances of the Demon Hunters Kpop group are scheduled for August 23rd and 24th. Tickets for these events will be on sale starting tomorrow, Wednesday, August 13th, at 9AM Eastern Time. For further details regarding screenings and locations, please visit SingKPopDemonHunters.com.
80s Movies That Got Good Reviews That Are Actually Bad
Out of Africa (1985)
Out of Africa (1985) – A Forgotten Masterpiece with a Rotten Tomatoes Score of 62
This film, among all the Academy Award Best Picture winners, was undeniably released in 1985. As suggested by its title, it centers around two characters portrayed by Meryl Streep and Robert Redford. The narrative loosely adapts elements from the nonfiction book “Out of Africa” written by Karen Blixen. In the movie, Streep plays Blixen, a Danish woman who relocates to Nairobi to establish a farm, and later engages in an affair with a big game hunter (Redford).
Visually captivating but lacking dramatic depth, the film has become largely forgettable. Despite being more critically acclaimed during its initial release, critical appreciation for Out of Africa has noticeably waned over time. Retrospective reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are significantly less favorable, resulting in a current score of 62.
The Big Chill (1983)
The Big Chill’s Rotten Tomatoes Score: 69
Originally released in 1983, “The Big Chill” was acclaimed as a cultural touchstone that encapsulated the zeitgeist; a movie portraying Baby Boomers grappling with aging, mortality, and generational ennui. However, revisiting it today, its depiction of boomers socializing feels more like an artifact from a bygone era than a compelling narrative.
For Your Eyes Only (1981)
As a devoted cinephile, I must share my thoughts on “For Your Eyes Only,” the so-called ‘serious’ James Bond film featuring Roger Moore. While it boasts an exciting ski chase with a motorcycle on a bobsled track and a unique phone conversation between Margaret Thatcher and a parrot, I find it more ‘perfunctory’ than profound. It fails to capture the intensity of Sean Connery or Daniel Craig’s Bond performances, nor does it match the outrageous charm of Moore’s other films.
The villain, gadgets, sidekicks, and leading ladies are all rather forgettable, as is the plot about a stolen missile launcher. Despite being hailed as a comeback when it first hit the screens, many Bond enthusiasts today view it as Moore’s most underrated Bond movie. However, I respectfully disagree.
Revenge of the Nerds (1984)
Revisiting the Controversial Comedy Score: 70/100
This classic comedy, known for its enduring popularity, surprisingly veers into darker territories, despite its premise revolving around marginalized characters. The narrative is riddled with offensive humor, including homophobic and racist jokes, as well as a plotline where a nerd fraternity seeks revenge on a sorority for their perceived mistreatment. This escalates to them spying on the sorority using hidden cameras and eventually one of the nerds pretending to be a popular girl’s boyfriend, only to deceive her into a sexual encounter. Remarkably, she falls in love with him despite the deceit.
In the mid-2000s, an attempt was made to remake this film, but the project ultimately collapsed on the brink of production. Given the context of the 21st century, it seems plausible that a successful reboot would require a grittier approach, one that critiques and challenges the notion that nerds deserve love, fame, or success merely because they’ve faced adversity from bullies.
Tron (1982)
The Goonies (1985)
Licence to Kill (1989)
As a film enthusiast, I found myself immersed in Timothy Dalton’s second outing as James Bond, a film that veered from the typical formula. Unlike many other Bond films, for most of this movie, 007 is not bound by MI6 but operates as a free agent, seeking revenge against a ruthless Latin American drug lord who disfigured my friend Felix Leiter (David Hedison). The narrative bears more resemblance to the classic Akira Kurosawa film, Yojimbo, than any of Ian Fleming’s novels. Bond ingeniously infiltrates Sanchez’s organization, gradually dismantling it from within.
However, what’s lacking is the mischievous, malevolent spirit that Kurosawa, or for that matter, most Bond films, possess. The climactic action sequence is undeniably thrilling, but the rest of the film is essentially a power struggle over cocaine hidden in gasoline tankers. And yet, this seemingly ordinary film garnered better reviews than some of the later, more celebrated Bond films featuring Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig? It’s intriguing to ponder why that might be.
Sixteen Candles (1984)
Title Score: 81
John Hughes, famously known for his clever and empathetic portrayals of teenagers in movies like “The Breakfast Club” and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” was not always sensitive in every character he created. Re-watching “Sixteen Candles” today, it’s challenging to accept that it includes Long Duk Dong, a foreign exchange student who appears to embody almost every Asian stereotype imaginable. The film even includes a gong sound effect whenever he appears on screen. In retrospect, Molly Ringwald, the film’s star, has acknowledged Long Duk Dong as a “grotesque stereotype” in a thought-provoking essay for the “New Yorker.” This essay also discussed Hughes’ portrayal of women and the casual homophobia found in his films, which have since marked them as relics of their time rather than our own.
Altered States (1980)
Driving Miss Daisy (1989)
As a cinephile, I can’t help but express my thoughts on the 1989 Oscar Best Picture winner, “Driving Miss Daisy.” While it might have been groundbreaking for its exploration of aging and employer-employee relationships, which are seldom portrayed in Hollywood films, it ultimately falls short as a character study.
Time passes, yet the movie fails to depict the gradual transformation of its characters or setting convincingly. One moment Dan Aykroyd looks like his 1989 self, and the next he’s sporting a large gray wig.
Compared to Spike Lee’s masterpiece “Do the Right Thing,” which was overlooked entirely, “Driving Miss Daisy” doesn’t even come close. It’s not even in the same league as the other four films that were nominated in 1989: “Born on the Fourth of July,” “Dead Poets Society,” “Field of Dreams,” and “My Left Foot.” Any of these movies would have been a more deserving choice today.
Superman II (1980)
Superman II – A Love for Zod Overshadows the Movie’s Flaws
The audience, enamored by Terence Stamp’s portrayal of General Zod and the iconic line “Kneel before Zod!”, tends to overlook the overall disarray in this film. Even elements that were successful in the initial Superman movie, such as the charming chemistry between Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder, seem out of place here. In this sequel, Superman becomes so fixated on showing Lois his Fortress of Solitude that he seems oblivious to three Kryptonian supermen taking over Earth! One would think with his super-hearing ability, he’d notice such a significant event. However, this film also features magic amnesia kisses, teleportation, and projectile chest emblems; it appears that the absence of super-hearing seems rather unusual in this context. (Note: Both versions of the movie are less than impressive.)
Crocodile Dundee (1986)
1986’s most prominent movie was “Top Gun,” while “Crocodile Dundee” came in second place, earning only $2 million less at the box office. Surpassing ’80s favorites like “Aliens,” “Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home,” “Stand By Me,” “Rocky IV,” and “The Fly,” this comedy film tells the story of Paul Hogan as a crocodile hunter from Australia who finds himself in New York City. Despite having only one humorous premise, audiences adored it so much that “Crocodile Dundee” became an enormous success, launching actor Paul Hogan to international stardom and giving birth to a whole series of movies. However, I can’t explain the reason behind its popularity.
The Voyage Home,” “Stand By Me,” “Rocky IV,” and “The Fly,” came in second. This comedy, starring Paul Hogan as a crocodile hunter from Australia who travels to New York City, became an instant sensation, making its lead actor an international star and leading to a series of movies, despite having only one joke as its premise. I’m still unsure about why it was so popular.
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