samanthawinton Reviews

The Marvels (2023)

So disappointing

[4/10 · 11 February 2024]

Agh, I really wanted to love this movie. I'm a huge fan of the first one and the phases before this one, but it's another Marvel movie that leaves me feeling disappointed. Yes there were some funny bits, some good fx but ultimately poorly written and directed. Ms Marvel was great and carried it for me. She was interesting and actually displayed a range of emotons which was refreshing in this movie. For me the main villan was the worst part. One dimensional and wooden. There was no back -story or depth, she was just a pointless villain for the sake of having a villain.

But, still love Samuel L who never disappoints and I am intrigued by the post credit scene. Fingers crossed that the next Marvel outing after this has better writers who have read the comics.

Dumbo (2019)

Totally magical

[8/10 · 28 December 2019]

I'm not sure why there are such negative comments, it was so beautiful. I watched this as a family with my children who are 10 and 13 who also thought it was wonderful. The new storyline worked really well and the characters were engaging. It was well acted and the effects were really amazing. Dumbo was unbelievably cute and I would like one for Christmas

Luther: Episode #1.6 (2010) Season 1, Episode 6

Nail-biting finale

[9/10 · 14 April 2019]

A fantastic end to the first season. Tense and exciting until the last minute. The acting and story line were first class. Can't wait for Season 2 now.

Captain Marvel (2019)

A fantastic film for me and my daughters

[9/10 · 9 March 2019]

As an Avengers fan I was really looking forward to this. I was not disappointed! Fantastic acting, effects and story. I particularly loved the 90s soundtrack. My three girls loved it and I am so happy that there is finally a girl superhero that the girls can enjoy!