During my time in the United States, I couldn’t help but be amazed by the way media is consumed in that massive country. Everything there feels bigger. The houses, the distances, the people, the portion sizes, you name it. So it didn’t come as a surprise when I stumbled upon a large selection of “free” films available on YouTube TV. Together with my girlfriend, I picked one, ready to sit back and enjoy. Continue reading
Until recently, I had been actively avoiding Jurassic World Rebirth. After the disaster that was Jurassic World Dominion, which I genuinely consider one of the worst films I’ve ever seen, my expectations were close to zero. But surprisingly, Jurassic World Rebirth (directed by Gareth Edwards) turned out to be a pretty decent watch. It all depends on how you approach it. Continue reading
When it comes to quality cinema, the James Bond franchise isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind. Sure, the more recent entries are solid, but much of the older catalogus leans more toward pulp than prestige. With one major exception: Casino Royale. Because let’s be honest, this is still the best Bond film ever made. Continue reading
My fascination with European cinema has only grown stronger lately. My taste in films is becoming more selective, maybe even a little elitist, which means I tend to skip most Hollywood productions and instead look for quality films in the world cinema category. That’s how I came across the Danish film The Promised Land; also known as Bastarden. But honestly, it was Mads Mikkelsen who convinced me to give it a shot. Continue reading
Whenever I find myself in a major city, I’m always fascinated by its metro system. Whether it’s London, Paris, Istanbul, Beijing, or Seoul, it never gets old. There’s something magical about being able to travel from one side of a sprawling city to the other in just minutes using a fast and efficient transport system. Honestly, what’s better than that? Continue reading