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Death at Broadcasting House (1934)
The plot was decent; when almost every character seems to have a motive, you're usually in for some fun. Unlike in a lot of other crime films, I couldn’t quite figure out who the killer was. But honestly, that might have been because the filmmakers didn’t give the audience enough clues to work with. The final reveal felt a bit like a magic trick where the detective should’ve just thrown in a “Ta-da!” at the end. The acting was solid for the most part, though the occasional stiff, old-school delivery did take me out of it now and then. Still, despite its flaws, I found myself entertained. / Lesson learned: If you decide to be an unpleasant person, don’t be shocked when it comes back to bite you.
Pool of London (1951)
Pool of London may have been made in 1951, but despite the expected technical limitations of its time, it quickly became clear that these were minor issues. The filmmakers managed to deliver a story that surprisingly kept me engaged throughout. It’s a simple plot—nothing to overthink—but the Brits presented it in such a compelling way that I wasn’t bored for a second. Considering when it was made, the inclusion of a Jamaican sailor and the challenges he faces didn’t come off as forced or cliché, which was refreshing. All in all, I really enjoyed it. / Lesson learned: Back then, a pair of nylons would do the trick—nowadays, you'd need to buy a Vuitton bag!
Ugly – Verlier nicht dein Gesicht (2024)
Exactly the kind of disaster I expected. I have no idea who the target audience is, but I know for sure it’s not me. Despite the brain cells I lost watching this, I still have enough left to know this kind of cliché-ridden, logic-defying story just isn’t for me. Besides the catchy title, Uglies doesn’t offer much to set it apart from something like Divergent, and I’ve long since had my fill of these mindless dystopian plots. I only stuck with this one for Joey King, but not even her souped-up mirror could save Tally. The story was weak, the acting fell flat, and I genuinely couldn’t find anything positive to say here. / Lesson learned: Actually, more of a question—who in that city was working and keeping things running?
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