The technical achievement is impressive. However, beyond the gimmick, it feels like an unoriginal biopic that failed to engage my interest in Robbie Williams. 🍿

I got overly excited about my recent rediscovery of the Naked Gun series, so I added all the Leslie Nielsen movies I had never seen to my watchlist. This one was awful. Apparently, it is even famous for being one of the worst movies in history, and I agree.

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Cool images. But the story is too slow and predictable to be engaging.

Note pour l'audience francophone. Dans ce film, Tilda Swinton raconte l'histoire drôle dite de l'Ours Bleu. Je suis retourné voir sa célèbre interprétation par José Garcia dans Rire et Châtiment. Là tous, les commentaires pointent vers une version a priori meilleure d'un certain Renaud Rutten. Quoique bon client du genre, l'histoire drôle n'est pas le plus prestigieux de la gamme de l'acteur. Voir Tilda Swinton jouer sur ce terrain avait quelque chose de déconcertant.

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Was Stranger Things Season 5 up to the hype? Some people say it was not. I disagree. I found it spectacular and genuinely fun—not because it tried to outdo itself, but because of the way it handled hope and closure.

The hope and joy that a growing team brings. Stranger Things centers on characters who must convince others that a terrible threat is approaching. This is never easy. People resist the idea of danger for many reasons, ranging from self-interest to a simple fear of disrupting a comfortable life. Yet as the team grows, so does the hope for a positive outcome. Each new ally makes success feel more plausible. The show is often linked to Steven Spielberg’s influence: E.T. or The Goonies. This time again, this narrative dynamic echoes a familiar Jaws pattern: the threat is real long before the community accepts it. It is hard not to see a parallel with climate change—where the danger is clear, but collective belief arrives late.

An extended epilogue. Season 4 already took its time to wind down, and Season 5 goes even further. It was really nice to take the time to say goodbye to Hawkins after being connected to it on and off for the last ten years. That patience felt earned. It is the opposite of The Karate Kid, which I still remember for having one of the most abrupt endings imaginable.

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Not amazing. Subpar compared to Ocean's Eleven or The Nice Guys. 🍿

Best way to start the year. First time with the kids. I think they enjoyed it. 🍿

The opening — parodying _The Untouchables_ — and the final — with the fake movies scenes for the Oscars — are the highlights. 🍿

Not as good as the first one. But still very solid. 🍿

Pure joy. Laughed out loud many many times. My first watch in about 30 years maybe, and first time as an adult and in English. Loved it. 🍿

Last Monday, I finished watching Breaking Bad. It was excellent (duh), and I can only recommend it.

I had watched the pilot back in the day but I hadn’t pursued further. When the show became really popular, I read the Wikipedia page to get the gist of it, but I didn’t want to commit to 60 hours of viewing. So I knew the story and how it ended.

Fast forward to November 2025. The show keeps appearing on lists of the best TV shows ever — alongside The Sopranos, Mad Men, The Wire, etc. while Games of Thrones seems to have faded — and I started to fall in love with Hal, Bryan Cranston’s character in Malcolm in the Middle. So, I gave Breaking Bad another shot because I was curious about how Bryan Cranston could act in a drama. This time, I was sold.

Much has already been said about the show, so I’ll keep it brief with a few thoughts:

• An excellent TV Show does not get spoiled. Yes, I knew how Breaking Bad would end when I started watching it. I knew who would die and who would survive. Yet, I loved every minute of it. Spoilers are overrated. I can think of only a handful of genuine surprises that weren’t gimmicks in all the shows I’ve watched. Questions like, “Will Rachel and Ross end up together?” or “Will AFC Richmond win the Premier League?” are mostly irrelevant.
• I think the TV show characters who spend the most time in white underwear are: 1. Hal, 2. Walter, 3. Homer Simpson. The similarities don’t stop there: Hal’s dad’s name is Walter. Both Francis and Jesse (who is not technically Walter’s son but, come on, he calls his own son Jesse once, their relationship is ambiguous) aspire to go to Alaska.
• One of the best jokes I read about the show is that if Walter White were married to Lois, she would find out and make him stop by the end of the pilot episode.
• Also, this what if Breaking Bad was just Hal’s bad dream alternate ending.

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The Phantom Menace may not be the greatest episode of Star Wars, but it effectively showcases a brilliant political plot.

Palpatine secretly orchestrates the Naboo crisis and exploits the Senate’s bureaucratic paralysis to discredit the Chancellor as weak. He positions himself as the decisive alternative and wins the Chancellorship by promising action over gridlock. Ultimately, he transforms the Republic into his Empire.

This follows a populist playbook: create or amplify a crisis, attack democratic institutions as slow and ineffective, offer strongman “efficiency” as a solution, and then consolidate authoritarian power while claiming that the system forced their hand.

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She’s Gotta Have It is an unusual blend: part Woody Allen in its talky, neurotic New York energy, and part French nouvelle vague in its playful breaking of form. The story itself is minimal, but Spike Lee seems more interested in his style than in the plot. It feels like watching a young filmmaker experiment, resulting in a vibrant and unique film. I was also pleased to encounter Spike Lee’s Mars Blackmon again: I knew him from his ads with Michael Jordan 🍿

My process for choosing what to watch at home involves trusting my past self, who added items to my watchlist. I can’t recall how this Tony Robbins film made it onto my list. I considered stopping after 5 or 10 minutes, but I decided to keep watching. By the end, I was left feeling confused and unsure about my thoughts on it. This clearly isn’t my typical interest, but my perspective has shifted slightly. I used to think of these types of events as luxury scams, but now I see them as condensed group therapy. If it helps people, then so be it. Documentaries often aim to introduce viewers to unfamiliar worlds, and I must admit that this one succeeded in that respect. 🍿

Wow! This was good. Like really good.

My Licorice Pizza review ended up like this:

I can see he is a very talented cinematographer but I feel frustrated that he keeps teasing me with amazing scenes while never making a movie that can fully awe me.

Well, Mr. Anderson delivered.

This movie refuses to be confined to a single genre. It blends drama, comedy, and contemporary western elements seamlessly. The subject tackles one of the biggest challenges facing our society today. The story is so well-written that it offers multiple perspectives on the issue without providing easy answers, all while remaining entertainin. It’s a mix of The Good, The Bad and the Ugly, The Big Lebowski and any recent Tarantino movie of your choosing.

Here is a list of things I particularly enjoyed: the mundane versus the people, the ICE prediction, the Kennedy Jr. parody, secret societies, and the choice of name for the Christmas Adventurers Club.

I had issues with Anderson in the past — exhibit A: my review of The Master, exhibit B: my review of Phantom Thread — but all is forgiven. 🍿

Hyper frustrant. La trame narrative se déploie en de nombreux arcs, mais nous ne verrons le dénouement qu'au deuxième volet, donc dans un an. J'aurai oublié beaucoup de choses d'ici là. J'ai l'impression que le film se perd dans une folie des grandeurs qui me déconnecte du projet. 🍿

Film efficace et spectaculaire. Je ne comprends pas les critiques qui parlent d'un scénario prévisible ; certes, il l'est, mais rien de scandaleux. Quant à la romance, elle est moins une vraie romance qu'une rencontre qui brise deux solitudes. En ce qui concerne les personnages, le film mérite d'être salué pour sa durée de 100 minutes, ce qui est rafraîchissant. Tout ne peut pas devenir une série. Les décors d'un Paris "futuriste mais proche" sont très convaincants. 🍿

Une comédie pleine de bonnes intentions, mais qui souffre de sérieux problèmes de rythme, surtout au milieu du film. La fin est touchante, notamment le court moment où tous les enfants de la nouvelle génération dorment ensemble dans la même pièce. On trouve aussi quelques bonnes répliques, en particulier dans le car de tournée avec Lââm et les Worlds Apart.

A new opus that lacks significant novelty, except for the talents of Will Ferrell, the promising new character Poppy Prescott, and a fresh appreciation for Tears for Fears' Everybody Wants to Rule the World. Nevertheless, the Minions still deliver plenty of laughs. 🍿

We were looking for a Halloween movie, and this came highly recommended by a friend. It's neither good nor bad. I suppose a child might enjoy it when they first see it, but I found it, at best, mediocre.

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We chose it because we wanted a family movie with New York vibes. Watching it on its own, rather than immediately after the fabulous first one, allows the movie to shine a bit more. It has a big heart, the bird lady is very touching, and it's a lot of fun.

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Instant hit! It's funny; some — though not all — songs are excellent (Golden, What It Sounds Like). The story presents a nice tale with a moving ending that keeps the door wide open for new movies. While I am not familiar with the Korean inspirations, I did notice some influences from Disney, manga, and Totoro, all wrapped in a unique package. My daughter can't stop singing the songs and learning the dances. It truly deserves its hit status.

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We discover that a nearby city is screening La La Land with live music. We decide to show the kids the famous long take of the opening scene. We have fun identifying the two stitches. Afterward, we all go to bed.

The next day, the kids ask to watch the rest of the movie. They don’t have to ask twice.

The film is now a classic. The story, music, colors, actors, landscapes, and even a handful of Ryan Gosling's surprised expressions are all equally lovable.

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This movie was disappointing. Despite its beautiful setting in Venice, a star-studded cast that includes Kenneth Branagh, Tina Fey, Michelle Yeoh, and Kelly Reilly, and the promise of an Agatha Christie-inspired whodunit, I didn't fully engage with it. The editing felt odd, the black-and-white flashback scenes were unattractive, and the plot and character development appeared rushed. However, I am still curious about Branagh's adaptations of Death on the Nile and Murder on the Orient Express. 🍿

Une variation de Leurs enfants après eux dans le monde des agriculteurs. Tout le monde a trouvé le film charmant, moi aussi, à l'exception de la violence des adolescents, que je trouve folle et peu crédible. Les personnages demeurent attachants malgré leurs actions déroutantes. Les scènes de fabrication de Comté sont apaisantes, offrant une version tranquille de Fred et Jamy.

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I really enjoyed this movie. It's an excellent way for parents to introduce children to the concept of minorities and the challenges they face. The jokes, especially with the sloth, were great. The animation was impressive, and while the scene where animals turn into predators might be a bit scary for children, it was executed very well.

I'm looking forward to Zootopia 2, which comes out this November.

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The movie serves as a masterclass in moral ambiguity. Every scene is slow-paced yet high-stakes. The lines between heroes and villains are constantly blurred. Characters seek redemption before it's too late, like Tom Wilkinson's character, or grapple with their own morality. Even though Tilda Swinton’s character is evil, she likely suffers from bellyaches and nightmares due to her actions.

I remembered why this film was on my watchlist: Tony Gilroy, the director, is also the creator of Andor, one of my favorite recent shows. I appreciate that both stories feature similar characters in vastly different universes. Both Michael Clayton and Cassian Andor struggle to determine their lines of acceptable behavior.

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I know this movie by heart as it was a household staple during the COVID pandemic when my kids were very young.

They recently wanted to rewatch it for the first time in years, and I still enjoy this movie a lot. I’m not sure why it ranks so poorly among Pixar films on sites that evaluate them, like The Ringer. Owen Wilson and Paul Newman—yes, the legendary Paul Newman!—deliver great performances. The film is fun and charming.

And it has a great after-credit scene.

For French speakers, it’s amusing that the synopsis is quite similar to Camping, which was released the same year. A “winner“ finds himself stuck with “losers” against his will and realizes that these roles are more blurred than they seem.

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A fun sequel! It’s a bit over the top, which makes me look forward to its hopefully upcoming "Everything Wrong With..." episode. This was my first movie theater experience in a while, and I really miss it. I should go more often.

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Ni le plus mauvais, ni le meilleur dessin animé d’Astérix. Il lui manque le charme des anciens (Astérix et Cléopâtre, Les 12 Travaux) ainsi que la qualité d’adaptation et d’animation des plus récents (Le Domaine des Dieux, Le Secret de la Potion Magique ou Le Combat des Chefs).

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Ce n'est pas le meilleur Astérix, mais ce n'est pas le pire non plus. Il y a quelques bons gags, mais le meilleur moment pour moi a été la toute fin. Entendre Obélix parler de "quand on sera grands" m'a vraiment touché. Ce court instant de poésie, larmichettes à l'appui, m'a incité à revoir mon évaluation à la hausse.

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This is a lovely movie featuring standout animation. It is beautiful and truly has a big heart.

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The animations and story are both lovely. However, the film gives a sense of déjà vu that prevents it from standing out. This seems intentional, as the movie was released to celebrate the 100th birthday of The Walt Disney Company, paying homage to its history. The end credits feature a fun quiz highlighting previous Disney movies and characters.

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It is true that parenthood, especially motherhood, can be challenging, and there are very few films that explore this subject. It can be comforting to see a mother on screen struggling with mixed feelings about her children. However, despite the strong performances from the cast, the thriller atmosphere did not resonate with me. I also found the main character unlikable, and I am growing weary of stories centered around petty bourgeois adultery (I'm looking at you, Nicolas Matthieu and Maria Pourchet).

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This review may contain spoilers.

Icarus begins as an exploration of doping in amateur cycling but quickly transforms into a high-stakes exposé of Russia’s state-sponsored doping program, focusing on whistleblower Dr. Grigory Rodchenkov.

Personally, I was more intrigued by the outcome of the first section of the movie. I was astonished that the effects of doping did not yield any results. Does this mean that other amateur cyclists are also doping?

However, the high stakes in the second part are more significant. Rodchenkov is both likable and, at times, untrustworthy and somewhat sketchy.

The footage of Lance Armstrong aggressively lying to people’s faces serves as a poignant reminder that fraud is disheartening. This echoes the sentiments expressed by Steve Carell’s character in The Big Short.

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Icarus begins as an exploration of doping in amateur cycling but quickly transforms into a high-stakes exposé of Russia’s state-sponsored doping program, focusing on whistleblower Dr. Grigory Rodchenkov.

Personally, I was more intrigued by the outcome of the first section of the movie.

However, the high stakes in the second part are more significant. Rodchenkov is both likable and, at times, untrustworthy and somewhat sketchy.

The footage of Lance Armstrong aggressively lying to people’s faces serves as a poignant reminder that fraud is disheartening. This echoes the sentiments expressed by Steve Carell’s character in The Big Short.

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J'avais énormément aimé le livre. C'était la première fois que je lisais un auteur qui rentrait sans doute en 3e quand moi-même attaquais la 6e. Et forcément, son ton me parlait.

Si le film reste fidèle au livre, il y a forcément eu des coupes, et le ton me parle globalement beaucoup moins. Bref, si vous avez le temps ou l'envie, préférez le livre.

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J'avais énormément aimé le livre. C'était la première fois que je lisais un auteur qui rentrait sans doute en 3e quand moi-même attaquais la 6e. Et forcément, son ton me parlait.

Si le film reste fidèle au livre, il y a forcément eu des coupes, et le ton me parle globalement beaucoup moins. Bref, si vous avez le temps ou l'envie, préférez le livre.

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The Adam Project is a hybrid child of Terminator, Back to the Future, Deadpool, and a lost scene from Good Will Hunting. It shouldn’t work – but somehow, it mostly does.

It’s a fun, family-ish adventure with just enough heart to make the time-travel chaos land. I’d probably wait until my kids are 10+ to show it – there’s quite a bit of violence and some heavy themes – but I’d happily watch it again.

Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo bring such warmth to their roles that you can’t help but be pulled in. Also, that house? I want it.

Of course you’ll cry at the end – the movie knows exactly where to hit you.

Not the greatest, but undeniably likable. Comfort sci-fi with a soft center.

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The Adam Project is a hybrid child of Terminator, Back to the Future, Deadpool, and a lost scene from Good Will Hunting. It shouldn’t work – but somehow, it mostly does.

It’s a fun, family-ish adventure with just enough heart to make the time-travel chaos land. I’d probably wait until my kids are 10+ to show it – there’s quite a bit of violence and some heavy themes – but I’d happily watch it again.

Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo bring such warmth to their roles that you can’t help but be pulled in. Also, that house? I want it.

Of course you’ll cry at the end – the movie knows exactly where to hit you.

Not the greatest, but undeniably likable. Comfort sci-fi with a soft center.

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After watching Hoosiers, I unintentionally dove into a Gene Hackman retrospective. That led me to The French Connection, William Friedkin’s gritty thriller that predates his work on The Exorcist.

What struck me most wasn’t the car chases (though they’re as intense as legend suggests), but a quiet, brilliant sequence on a subway platform – a tense game of cat and mouse between cop and suspect that relies entirely on body language, suspicion, and timing. The film captures a pre-digital world of investigation: long hours of surveillance, tailing suspects through the city with no radio backup or GPS, just instinct and determination.

It’s a lean, street-level thriller, and the avant-garde jazz score gives it an unpredictable, edgy momentum — a sound that still feels bold even today.

Footnote: the movie starts in Marseille, and at one point, we see the giant Pan Am sign on the building of the same name in the background. Marseille… Panam… Funny, right?

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After watching Hoosiers, I unintentionally dove into a Gene Hackman retrospective. That led me to The French Connection, William Friedkin’s gritty thriller that predates his work on The Exorcist.

What struck me most wasn’t the car chases (though they’re as intense as legend suggests), but a quiet, brilliant sequence on a subway platform – a tense game of cat and mouse between cop and suspect that relies entirely on body language, suspicion, and timing. The film captures a pre-digital world of investigation: long hours of surveillance, tailing suspects through the city with no radio backup or GPS, just instinct and determination.

It’s a lean, street-level thriller, and the avant-garde jazz score gives it an unpredictable, edgy momentum — a sound that still feels bold even today.

Footnote: the movie starts in Marseille, and at one point, we see the giant Pan Am sign on the building of the same name in the background. Marseille… Panam… Funny, right?

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Hoosiers is a charming underdog sports film that balances grit and heart. Gene Hackman delivers a compelling performance as a man seeking redemption, battling his inner demons while offering others a shot at their own second chance. Beneath the surface, the film quietly underscores a deeper message: the discipline required not just to succeed, but to truly belong to something greater than oneself. 🍿

Hoosiers is a charming underdog sports film that balances grit and heart. Gene Hackman delivers a compelling performance as a man seeking redemption, battling his inner demons while offering others a shot at their own second chance. Beneath the surface, the film quietly underscores a deeper message: the discipline required not just to succeed, but to truly belong to something greater than oneself. 🍿

This was my third time watching the movie, and I enjoyed it as always. Rewatchability might not be a requirement for great art, but it may imply it. The performances are outstanding. I don't think I had noticed the music before, but it is excellent as well, composed by Nicholas Britell, you don't say.

I see The Other Guys, The Big Short and Don't Look Up as a remarkable trilogy by Adam McKay.

It is also quite sad that he and Will Ferrell ended their creative partnership. These two guys made some movies with strong, often subtle statements, and it's a shame we can't enjoy more of their work together. They were on their way to winning my very own Peace Prize (and I am 100% serious).

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This was my third time watching the movie, and I enjoyed it as always. Rewatchability might not be a requirement for great art, but it may imply it. The performances are outstanding. I don't think I had noticed the music before, but it is excellent as well, composed by Nicholas Britell, you don't say.

I see The Other Guys, The Big Short and Don't Look Up as a remarkable trilogy by Adam McKay.

It is also quite sad that he and Will Ferrell ended their creative partnership. These two guys made some movies with strong, often subtle statements, and it's a shame we can't enjoy more of their work together. They were on their way to winning my very own Peace Prize (and I am 100% serious).

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Après avoir vu l’expo Léo, les coulisses d’un film d’animation au Clos Lucé, j’étais très impatient de voir le film le soir-même. Bien que la réalisation et la direction artistique soient impeccables, je n’ai pas été séduit par le scénario et l’histoire, alors que le matériel à disposition était abondant.

Quelques notes :

• Le scénario me semble hyper complexe (conflits d’intérêts entre religion, recherche scientifique et souverains) et trop “poésie pour vieux” (trouver le sens de la vie avant de mourir) pour que le film soit emballant pour les enfants ;
• Sur iTunes, seule la VF est disponible, et sans sous-titres. Une expérience vraiment décevante pour les enfants bilingues, qui sont ainsi privés de la version originale anglaise. Comment ça se fait ? C’est un nouvel exemple de la manière dont les films destinés à un jeune public ne bénéficient pas du même traitement que ceux destinés aux adultes.

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Après avoir vu l'expo Léo, les coulisses d'un film d'animation au Clos Lucé, j'étais très impatient de voir le film le soir-même. Bien que la réalisation et la direction artistique soient impeccables, je n'ai pas été séduit par le scénario et l'histoire, alors que le matériel à disposition était abondant.

Quelques notes :

* Le scénario me semble hyper complexe (conflits d'intérêts entre religion, recherche scientifique et souverains) et trop "poésie pour vieux" (trouver le sens de la vie avant de mourir) pour que le film soit emballant pour les enfants ;
* Sur iTunes, seule la VF est disponible, et sans sous-titres. Une expérience vraiment décevante pour les enfants bilingues, qui sont ainsi privés de la version originale anglaise. Comment ça se fait ? C'est un nouvel exemple de la manière dont les films destinés à un jeune public ne bénéficient pas du même traitement que ceux destinés aux adultes.

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The only aspect I enjoyed was the costume designs. The outfits are incredible, and you can see them all in the trailer. 🍿

The only aspect I enjoyed was the costume designs. The outfits are incredible, and you can see them all in the trailer. 🍿

This film is very unusual; it puts on screen the worst possible nightmares of anxious people in various settings. Although it is somewhat lengthy, uneven, and self-indulgent, it features brilliant and darkly humorous scenes that I will likely remember. 🍿

Continuing my Penny Marshall saga, I finally watched Big, a classic that I had never seen before. It features a sweet story and a charming cast. I was delighted to see the iconic scene where Tom Hanks plays music on the foot keyboard; it is very well done and uplifting. I was also surprised by how much Elizabeth Perkins resembles Millie Bobby Brown. 🍿

Continuing my Penny Marshall saga, I finally watched Big, a classic that I had never seen before. It features a sweet story and a charming cast. I was delighted to see the iconic scene where Tom Hanks plays music on the foot keyboard; it is very well done and uplifting. I was also surprised by how much Elizabeth Perkins resembles Millie Bobby Brown. 🍿

This astonishing and heartwarming story, based on true events, highlights the importance of maintaining hope against all odds. It also explores what fair conditions are necessary for a proper life. The acting is remarkable, with Robert De Niro displaying incredible physical ability as he portrays a patient suffering from full-body spasms. The secondary characters also deliver impressive performances. I was particularly struck by the nurse, played by Julie Kavner, who was beginning her journey to fame as the voice of Marge Simpson at that time. Bonus points for the soundtrack featuring The Zombies' Time of the Season and Jimi Hendrix’s Purple Haze. And for featuring Kevin McCallister’s dad and The Ghostbusters' librarian.

— We call this place the garden.

— Why?

— Because all we do is feed and water them.

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A fun family movie! While the plot offers no major surprises, it remains enjoyable and entertaining. I even noticed a wink to Zoolander's Mugatu (or maybe that's just my obsession with Will Ferrell speaking) and Home Alone 2 (pigeons with an arch in the background in Central Park), so bonus points for that! I'm a bit scared to rewatch it with my wife because she might say, “Mick is such a Mack” (I am). As for the kids, they might decide never to eat birds again. Note to self: I’ve never tried canard à l'orange; I should! 🍿

A fun family movie! While the plot offers no major surprises, it remains enjoyable and entertaining. I even noticed a wink to Zoolander's Mugatu (or maybe that's just my obsession with Will Ferrell speaking) and Home Alone 2 (pigeons with an arch in the background in Central Park), so bonus points for that! I'm a bit scared to rewatch it with my wife because she might say, “Mick is such a Mack” (I am). As for the kids, they might decide never to eat birds again. Note to self: I’ve never tried canard à l'orange; I should! 🍿

This is my second time watching the film. The first time was at the movie theater, where I fell asleep and woke up confused, unsure of what I had just seen. This time, I watched it at home, breaking it into four or five segments. Again, I dozed off during each part. However, I appreciated the ability to pause and resume the next day. I realized that this movie is 100% a comedy, rather than a family drama about a broken relationship between a mother, her husband, and their daughter. It cleverly weaves fun into these family issues, making them vague enough for everyone to relate to on some level of "what if…?". I enjoyed it much more this time around. 🍿

This is my second time watching the film. The first time was at the movie theater, where I fell asleep and woke up confused, unsure of what I had just seen. This time, I watched it at home, breaking it into four or five segments. Again, I dozed off during each part. However, I appreciated the ability to pause and resume the next day. I realized that this movie is 100% a comedy, rather than a family drama about a broken relationship between a mother, her husband, and their daughter. It cleverly weaves fun into these family issues, making them vague enough for everyone to relate to on some level of "what if…?". I enjoyed it much more this time around. 🍿

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I watched it by myself. I believe kids need to be teenagers or pre-teens to truly appreciate it. While it's not quite as good as the original Inside Out, it is still very solid. The ending is reminiscent of the one in Monsters, Inc., and it made me shed a tear. Again. 🍿

I watched it by myself. I believe kids need to be teenagers or pre-teens to truly appreciate it. While it's not quite as good as the original Inside Out, it is still very solid. The ending is reminiscent of the one in Monsters, Inc., and it made me shed a tear. Again. 🍿

This is my first rewatch in years. I was inspired to watch it after randomly seeing a video featuring Alexandre Astier commenting on it. The acting is excellent, and the direction is impressive. I wonder if the movie touches on themes of loneliness. 🍿

This is my first rewatch in years. I was inspired to watch it after randomly seeing a video featuring Alexandre Astier commenting on it. The acting is excellent, and the direction is impressive. I wonder if the movie touches on themes of loneliness. 🍿

Astier remet le couvert pour une adaptation encore plus réussie que Le Domaine des Dieux. Il aborde subtilement le thème de la mort, de la transmission et même des choses plus poétiques comme “est-ce que tout ce qu’on fait doit être utile”. Du Kaamelott pour enfant, avec un vocabulaire qui sera un peu complexe pour les moins de 6 ans. 🍿

Astier remet le couvert pour une adaptation encore plus réussie que Le Domaine des Dieux. Il aborde subtilement le thème de la mort, de la transmission et même des choses plus poétiques comme “est-ce que tout ce qu’on fait doit être utile”. Du Kaamelott pour enfant, avec un vocabulaire qui sera un peu complexe pour les moins de 6 ans. 🍿

I know some people may not think it’s cool to say this, but I love the Frozen series. The characters, humor, atmosphere, visuals, and, of course, the music are all top-notch. I’m lucky to watch the original version with my kids because the few scenes I have seen from the French version really fall short. It’s a family favorite with a high rewatchability factor and we can’t wait for the 3rd episode. There, I said it. 🍿

I know some people may not think it’s cool to say this, but I love the Frozen series. The characters, humor, atmosphere, visuals, and, of course, the music are all top-notch. I’m lucky to watch the original version with my kids because the few scenes I have seen from the French version really fall short. It’s a family favorite with a high rewatchability factor and we can’t wait for the 3rd episode. There, I said it. 🍿

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is visually striking and stunning, making it nearly overwhelming. It offers a unique experience filled with laughter and emotional moments driven by poignant, albeit excessive, teenage angst. A quick spoiler alert: the film concludes with a cliffhanger and a To be continued notice, which has not yet been released. Therefore, if you require a story resolution, there’s no rush to watch this movie. 🍿

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is visually striking and stunning, making it nearly overwhelming. It offers a unique experience filled with laughter and emotional moments driven by poignant, albeit excessive, teenage angst. A quick spoiler alert: the film concludes with a cliffhanger and a To be continued notice, which has not yet been released. Therefore, if you require a story resolution, there’s no rush to watch this movie. 🍿

A fun rom-com with a twist and two insanely attractive leads. The philosophical scenes shouldn’t be taken too seriously, as they risk becoming unsettling. However, the film leaves you with a thoughtful question to ponder before bed: "Am I truly the person I want to be?" 🍿

A fun rom-com with a twist and two insanely attractive leads. The philosophical scenes shouldn’t be taken too seriously, as they risk becoming unsettling. However, the film leaves you with a thoughtful question to ponder before bed: "Am I truly the person I want to be?" 🍿

Dans Guy, Alex Lutz créait déjà un personnage qui en mélangeait pleins (Sardou, Claude François, Belmondo, etc.). Ici, on a un mélange de Richard Gasquet, Paul-Henri Mathieu, etc. ie un petit génie du tennis qui ne confirme pas, avec ici un potard lose bien plus accentué que ses modèles, car eux ont fait des belles carrières malgré tout. Roland-Garros fait presque partie des personnages. La dernière partie du film m’a rappelé le final de Bohemian Rhapsody, où on voit les personnages exercer leur art in extenso, en version cinéma. Chouette petit film. 🍿

Dans Guy, Alex Lutz créait déjà un personnage qui en mélangeait pleins (Sardou, Claude François, Belmondo, etc.). Ici, on a un mélange de Richard Gasquet, Paul-Henri Mathieu, etc. ie un petit génie du tennis qui ne confirme pas, avec ici un potard lose bien plus accentué que ses modèles, car eux ont fait des belles carrières malgré tout. Roland-Garros fait presque partie des personnages. La dernière partie du film m'a rappelé le final de Bohemian Rhapsody, où on voit les personnages exercer leur art in extenso, en version cinéma. Chouette petit film. 🍿

How was I supposed to tell my kids that the Christmas movie season was over after watching Die Hard a couple of days ago? Written by Richard Curtis, who also directed Love Actually, this film humorously pokes fun at the genre. It is sweet and heartfelt, making me tear up about four or five times. I highly recommend it. 🍿

How was I supposed to tell my kids that the Christmas movie season was over after watching _Die Hard_ a couple of days ago? Written by Richard Curtis, who also directed Love Actually, this film humorously pokes fun at the genre. It is sweet and heartfelt, making me tear up about four or five times. I highly recommend it. 🍿

Everything pales in comparison to Die Hard. It’s like a freeze-dried version of a tasty traditional recipe. 🍿

Everything pales in comparison to _Die Hard_. It's like a freeze-dried version of a savory traditional recipe. 🍿

My kids have watched this movie about five times this month, so I feel the need to log it again here. This is solid entertainment for kids, and some lines always get to me, with Luigi’s "You’d be surprised" ranking first. 🍿

My kids have watched this movie about five times this month, so I feel the need to log it again here. This is solid entertainment for kids, and some lines always get to me, with Luigi’s "You’d be surprised" ranking first. 🍿

Spirited is a great movie. It’s funny, has layers of complexity, and its purpose is very ambitious. I don’t understand why it isn’t more popular. Perhaps it’s too long or requires too much attention. Maybe musicals are deterring potential viewers. Nonetheless, this film is an amazing instant classic for Christmas, and this year’s rewatch confirmed that once again. 🍿

_Spirited_ is a great movie. It's funny, has layers of complexity, and its purpose is very ambitious. I don't understand why it isn't more popular. Perhaps it's too long or requires too much attention. Maybe musicals are deterring potential viewers. Nonetheless, this film is an amazing instant classic for Christmas, and this year's rewatch confirmed that once again. 🍿

The screenplay is quite thin, but the real enjoyment comes from watching Ryan Gosling’s humor. He excels as a comedian. However, if you’re looking for more of his comedic brilliance, consider watching The Nice Guys (one of my all-time favorite movies) or his Papyrus (1 & 2) sketches from SNL. Ryan Gosling and Will Ferrell teamed up for the Knife Guys on Kimmel, but I hope Gosling can one day become the new Mark Wahlberg or Ryan Reynolds in a future Will Ferrell movie. Fingers crossed. 🍿

The screenplay is quite thin, but the real enjoyment comes from watching Ryan Gosling's humor. He excels as a comedian. However, if you're looking for more of his comedic brilliance, consider watching *The Nice Guys* (one of my all-time favorite movies) or his *Papyrus* (1 & 2) sketches from SNL. Ryan Gosling and Will Ferrell teamed up for the *Knife Guys* on Kimmel, but I hope Gosling can one day become the new Mark Wahlberg or Ryan Reynolds in a future Will Ferrell movie. Fingers crossed. 🍿

Alors évidemment, le “consulting”, c’est comme tout, ça dépend comment c’est fait. Mais comment ne pas sourire et se rappeler des souvenirs de début de carrière quand on entend :

De temps en temps, il y avait des consultants qui venaient et qui expliquaient pourquoi il fallait virer untel, faire des économies là. Un mec qui était à son poste depuis 25 ans, ils lui disaient “non, c’est pas comme ça qu’il faut travailler monsieur”. C’était quand même à la fois violent et universel comme phénomène, ils étaient partout. Et puis après j’ai travaillé dans des organismes publics, ils étaient toujours là. Et ils faisaient la même chose, il faut faire des économies, il faut faire des gains d’efficacité, la performance. Et puis alors ce langage, ce langage avec plein d’anglicismes et puis ce langage expert qui exerce un pouvoir. Et comme des millions de français, je l’ai subi. Et ça s’exerce comme une science, comme les économistes un peu, ils pensent que c’est une science. Et donc c’est un discours qui est sans réplique quand on y est, sauf qu’après on peut écrire des livres. Et là on peut se venger. Alors vous dites avec un certain amusement, mais aussi avec pas mal d’ironie et la volonté de ridiculiser ces pouvoirs faussement savants. La littérature, voilà, elle a toujours à faire avec la bêtise de son temps. Le consulting, il y en a de mille manières. Donc il y a des choses plus ou moins vertueuses, des choses plus ou moins bidons. Alors j’en ai quand même rencontré des consultants. J’ai lu des livres, des consultants repentis, certains qui travaillaient encore, etc. Et il y a des phrases… “Être consultant, c’est prendre sa montre à quelqu’un pour lui donner l’heure et partir avec la montre”. Voilà. Enfin voilà, il faut raconter tout ça quand même. C’est apprendre à ranger une sale vide aussi ? Ah oui, alors ça oui, un consultant qui m’a dit ça, bah oui c’était apprendre à ranger une sale vide.

— Nicolas Mathieu, lors d’une interview dans la librairie Dialogues, à Brest

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The idea of treating Christmas as a challenging logistical operation is quite amusing. The subsequent adventures, although a bit lengthy, are heartwarming and funny. I recommend it for young children. 🍿

The idea of treating Christmas as a challenging logistical operation is quite amusing. The subsequent adventures, although a bit lengthy, are heartwarming and funny. I recommend it for young children. 🍿