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This is one of my favorite horror/fantasy films of all time. In a way the film feels like it could be another anthology tale for “Are you Afraid of the Dark” but if it was made for adults. The film is one of those horror films for a thinking person but in a good way; as it’s the kind of film that will probably take more than one watch to uncover more. But also, the kind you can play in a psychology class because after the film there’s plenty to think about and discuss afterward.There is a lot to love in this film from the lighting, really love the use of darkness and the low light which creates an atmosphere of oppressive danger and evil. This in a way acts as a contrast from the usual atmosphere for any romance film story where the atmosphere is usually positive where we see the couple most of the time out in the sun. But in this film, we never see Nikki and Bear out in the sun or even go much out anywhere, which in a way reminds us how the film is no romance, nor are they a real **** other thing is the music, which is great, from that song from the end credits “Forever” by “The Little Dippers” which is another in my list of favorite horror movie songs. Just like with “Mr. Sandman” for the “Halloween” franchise I’ll always think of the film “Obsession” every time I hear that song. But I really love the score throughout the film which adds to the atmosphere and horror as it has this very calm eerie tone to it; reminded me of the kind of music I sometimes hear in parts of the “Resident Evil” games. And of course, Indie Navarette whom I remember from “Superman and Lois” which is cool as it’s my favorite live action “Superman” TV show at least for now; she is just excellent. You wouldn’t think a person like her would be terrifying but after seeing this film you’ll think twice. Really love her performance as you really bought into the idea of a succubus demon has taken control over her. Part of what makes the horror in the film work is how the film really gets at the subconscious fears we hold when it comes to significant others that could be all wrong for us.t was the scenes where her face and body is in complete shadow overlapping her, where you hear her talking but you don’t really see her face clearly and when you make it out, she doesn’t look right, let alone sound right. This I feel gets at the subconscious fear that the person we invited to our life is a stranger.However, the real horror to me is in the character Bear himself, this guy I just hate to the core of my being which is the point as he’s someone you never want to be. Bear as we see is a moron and a coward, at least that’s what he lets himself become. It’s true that Bear couldn’t have conceived the “One Wish Willow” would per chance work at all as it looks like one of those gag gifts. However, the thing was Bear chose to take the easy path, instead of stepping up to bat to say what needed to be said to Nikki. And as a saying goes “The easy way, isn’t always the best way” indeed it isn’t, the minute Bear seals the deal, it’s downhill from **** of the things that contributes to Bear’s negative psyche is that he’s an inactive person. Not just physically as he clearly looks like he’s hasn’t been hitting the gym, but throughout the film Bear is sitting a lot, even when he stands, he barely moves much. From this it shows how passive he is in the situation and reality itself; but also how dangerous it is as it’s prevented him from doing what’s right.Another problem with Bear is how unobservant he is, which also adds to his negativity. From the beginning we see a medicine cabinet that is loose and swings. That little detail shows how obscured his view of the big picture of reality is, because of his unhealthy obsession with his delusion which makes him detached from reality. The “One Wish Willow” isn’t an accursed object, I personally feel it’s a gift from fate and the Gods. This gift gives you only one grand opportunity for whatever your heart’s desire. But like all gifts it’s a responsibility, because whatever you ask for is what you give yourself; Bear was irresponsible with his wish because he didn’t really desire love, but his own obsession based on the idea of romance Nikki as well as having her love him. Instead of romance and love what he got was a poor imitation of a relationship. A perversion of romance and love; no matter how long Bear is holding on to Nikki it will never add up to reality of **** film does have a good message and that is to never that the easy way to love, because by doing that you cheat yourself out of the reality of romance and love. Love, at least to me, is like the seasons of nature. It is something you can never force nor make happen; When two people feel the same way, it simply just happens, making it natural and harmonious. So, find and let love flow and never mistake for obsession because it could be your last fatal mistake.Rating: 4 stars

This is one of my favorite films of all time also one of my favorites in the sci-fi and romance genres. This is a very interesting and beautiful film, it’s the kind you don’t see every day, it’s a heady sci-fi story but in a good way. The film just has so much it would require more than one watch to uncover more. This science fiction film tackles the subject of interspace which is cool as it’s something I don’t see much but it comes along sometimes. It makes sense having this kind of sci-fi film because the brain is to this day one of the greatest unsolved mysteries ever as we still don’t know all its workings. The film is also special to me in many ways as it played during my junior year at “Pacific Lutheran University”. I was a movie critic for the KCNS News student channel at the time and did a review which is positive and still is. It was special as it was a personal favorite film I reviewed on that episode, the film inspired me once again showing how much more it can be and stories it can tell, but also one of the fitting sendoff films for me as this film played during the time I was close to my senior year. The visuals and story direction are interesting; throughout Joel and Clemetine’s brain odyssey we uncover their relationship but in a nonlinear order. This not just adds to the mystery, but it makes sense when you think about it because none of us remember nor ever think in a straight linear path. There are also new things and experiences happening every day to add to our mindscape which makes it even more complicated. I can’t say too much for the visuals as part of the joy is in seeing them for yourself to believe; but what makes them truly impressive for me is the fact it was all practical and the way it was shot and visual effects accomplished were from your classic photography tricks. But what truly drives this film and its true heart are both characters Joel and Clementine who are another of my favorite fictional couples of all time. You really feel pathos for as these are two quirky, strange, beautiful souls that made a mistake. Throughout the film you want both to find a way to not just save their memories but their love for each other. Both are just great together, you really believe in their chemistry because we see both really do bring out the best in each other and make each other’s lives even more meaningful, which is part of what makes what’s happening to them sadder. Jim Carrey is excellent; this is my second favorite film with him if you can believe that. He’s still a funny guy but a different kind because he’s kind of a sad clown. I like that, to me sad clowns are always funnier because they have more emotional range and feel more three dimensional. However, what makes his character endearing is that he’s playing a regular guy who is relatable or can empathize with because we’ve all been in the same places as him in our own lives. I can relate to him because like him, I’m a passive aggressive guy and on the introverted side myself. But we see despite this he’s not a boring guy, in fact he’s rather interesting throughout the film we discover he is a doer as he’s got all kinds of hobbies, talents and quirks to make him active and funny. Kate Winslet another actress I really like, this is my favorite role from her. Clementine looks and even reminds of the character Ramona Flowers from “Scott Pilgrim vs the World”. She is a person that is just wild and spontaneous as she’s the kind of person that loves to live in the moment; but also, simply do what she feels whenever she wants. She also has her own quirks as she’s fascinated by strange and little things. Love the face that she hates the deadly word nice; I can empathize with that because at times even I don’t like that word as the double meaning to that is boring which is something both Clementine and I don’t want to be. This film has a lot of themes, I’ll just explain two of them. One is about the importance of embracing both the good and bad in a relationship and life. It’s as the Seventh Doctor from “Doctor Who” said, “Happiness is nothing without sadness, two sides one coin.” That’s true in all relationships and life itself there are always going to be bad times, but those times don’t last once you get through them, that’s when the good times begin. From this it allows growth in both you and your partner and both can build foundations for both the present and future to make life and love even better. And the other is in the beauty and importance in enjoying and treasuring the moments in both your love relationship and life itself. Thorough Joel and Clemetine journey they share, or should I say remember a lot of the good times both had during their relationship and realizing how truly precious and special they are as the kinds that don’t happen every day. Love, if it’s true, can never be taken away by anyone because the heart always remembers. Rating: 4 stars

This film is another of my personal favorite horror and suspense thrillers of all time. I’m a kid from the 90’s era, the film wasn’t just a hit it was a phenomenon which isn’t something that happens all that often. What’s interesting about the film wasn’t just that it revitalized the slasher and who dunnit subgenres, but it also became its own franchise that continues to this day. There is just a lot I love about this film and series. For one thing, the characters and cast, each volume of the series had its share of familiar faces along with future stars throughout the years. Sidney Prescott played well by Neve Campbell. Neve is another of my celeb crushes as I have seen the show “Party of Five”. Sidney is one of my favorite heroines in the horror/suspense thriller genre but also one of my favorite fictional heroes. Watching this film is more interesting now as you see where she started. What I like about Sidney is that she has this spunk, charisma, energy to her; has the guts to fight back and not take crap from scum. like the small-town setting, Woodsburrow is another of the top fictionalized horror towns. Just the design of the whole place it’s obviously homaging Haddonfield from “Halloween”, or you can say any other small town you can think of depending on what kind of horror films you’ve seen. It sort of ironically funny because most horror films always do take place in small towns, but I like that because it gives it a homey feel and makes the danger feel closer, making you feel unsafe. But this along with the rest of the “Scream” series isn’t known so much for it’s kills but really for its suspense, intrigue, humor and clever nature that make the films stand out. I really love how the film plays with and even flips and parodies on certain conventions and cleches that occur in both horror and suspense.There are also a lot of comedic moments which all happen at the right places and times, and part of what makes some of them funny is because it’s true when you think about the movies. Two funny moments are with Randy in the video store, seeing that video store he’s in just makes me miss those places. Randy just says one of my favorite lines “Everyone’s a suspect!” and it’s true in the Slashers and Who Dunnit’s as there is no one you can really trust. Another of course is the famous rule scene, that scene cracked me up because just about everyone broke those rules which of course just increase the jeopardy level more. The suspense is just excellent, especially the third act where it is just a nonstop deadly game of hide and seek as we’re hoping not just will Sid and whatever company survives get far enough away from the killer/s but also find a way to defeat them. Really like the “Ghostface” killer/s whom are another of my favorite horror/suspense thriller villains. Whoever dons the costume it’s as if they been possessed by an inhuman spirit, throughout the years “Ghostface” has been a representation of the lunacy and evil within the person behind the mask. The thing that really makes “Ghostface” stand out is that he/she like to always play games and deception is his/her ultimate weapon as he constantly uses the phone. Really love that voice which just has that chilling charismatic cold vibe to him/her. The way the mystery is handled is so clever, some might be able to guess who the killer/s really are, but it still surprises us because the hints to their identity are so subtle that you might have to watch it again to uncover what you missed. They’re the kind of clues which you probably never gave a second thought to but should have. And the best thing about the reveal like as is that it makes sense giving it weight. “Scream” is a timeless classic where people are still screaming today. Rating: 4 stars

[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]

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