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Check out these items reviewed by @BullahJee, a volunteer with the Teen Review Board at the Hamilton Public Library.
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DVD - 2020
“Joker” is truly a masterpiece, from the messages that the movie articulates to your favourite childhood DC character, this movie successfully portrays th...Show more
“Joker” is truly a masterpiece, from the messages that the movie articulates to your favourite childhood DC character, this movie successfully portrays the life of Arthur Fleck or as we know him better, the Joker. This movie was really good and I recommend you watch it either if you are a fan of the DC Universe or not, this film definitely connects to the audience in an astonishing way. I teach you to not ”judge a book by its cover”, as the saying goes, and to look after one another because we all have personal problems that we need to take care of. This film shows us how one can be affected by the environment that they live in and how easily our regular lives influence our public actions. Furthermore, Joker is an outstanding movie that is worth the watch and believe me, you will enjoy it. 4/5 stars
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“Joker” is truly a masterpiece, from the messages that the movie articulates to your favourite childhood DC character, this movie successfully portrays th...Show more
“Joker” is truly a masterpiece, from the messages that the movie articulates to your favourite childhood DC character, this movie successfully portrays the life of Arthur Fleck or as we know him better, the Joker. This movie was really good and I recommend you watch it either if you are a fan of the DC Universe or not, this film definitely connects to the audience in an astonishing way. I teach you to not ”judge a book by its cover”, as the saying goes, and to look after one another because we all have personal problems that we need to take care of. This film shows us how one can be affected by the environment that they live in and how easily our regular lives influence our public actions. Furthermore, Joker is an outstanding movie that is worth the watch and believe me, you will enjoy it. 4/5 stars
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The Complete First Season
DVD - 2015
Jane the Virgin is an amazing show that teaches you about loyalty, happiness, and love, it's initially enticing because of its surface. It has so many sec...Show more
Jane the Virgin is an amazing show that teaches you about loyalty, happiness, and love, it's initially enticing because of its surface. It has so many secrets, details, and the character development is remarkable, once you start watching you will not be able to watch. I recommend this to anyone over the age of sixteen as it contains minor violence, sexual activity, and vulgar words, nevertheless any family can watch it together. It is a new experience in show business and it made wanting to come back. You will never accomplish anything in life if you let an obstacle keep you from achieving your goals. Jane might have let her life be derailed by certain things but it made her a better and stronger person instead. There will always be a barrier you're going to have to leap over, but that's just life. Overall definitely recommend, it is a must watch! 5/5 stars
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Jane the Virgin is an amazing show that teaches you about loyalty, happiness, and love, it's initially enticing because of its surface. It has so many sec...Show more
Jane the Virgin is an amazing show that teaches you about loyalty, happiness, and love, it's initially enticing because of its surface. It has so many secrets, details, and the character development is remarkable, once you start watching you will not be able to watch. I recommend this to anyone over the age of sixteen as it contains minor violence, sexual activity, and vulgar words, nevertheless any family can watch it together. It is a new experience in show business and it made wanting to come back. You will never accomplish anything in life if you let an obstacle keep you from achieving your goals. Jane might have let her life be derailed by certain things but it made her a better and stronger person instead. There will always be a barrier you're going to have to leap over, but that's just life. Overall definitely recommend, it is a must watch! 5/5 stars
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DVD - 2013
Parental Guidance is a family friendly comedy about old style parenting vs. helicopter parenting, I recommend anyone to watch this movie if they are looki...Show more
Parental Guidance is a family friendly comedy about old style parenting vs. helicopter parenting, I recommend anyone to watch this movie if they are looking for a good laugh. I only liked this movie to a certain extent though, some of the comedy was cheesy, and alot of the actors looked very forced and unnatural at some point. This is a very good movie to watch with a family but would not recommend on a movie night. This movie reminded me of the movie “Bedtime stories” with Adam Sandler, both the movies have the sense of closeness with family and life lessons. The movie's main message is the importance of staying close to your parents, especially when you're an adult with children of your own. Furthermore, this movie is good, not the best family movie but it is definitely up there and I recommend it if it is a family night with the kids and I truly believe they will enjoy it. 3/5 stars
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Parental Guidance is a family friendly comedy about old style parenting vs. helicopter parenting, I recommend anyone to watch this movie if they are looki...Show more
Parental Guidance is a family friendly comedy about old style parenting vs. helicopter parenting, I recommend anyone to watch this movie if they are looking for a good laugh. I only liked this movie to a certain extent though, some of the comedy was cheesy, and alot of the actors looked very forced and unnatural at some point. This is a very good movie to watch with a family but would not recommend on a movie night. This movie reminded me of the movie “Bedtime stories” with Adam Sandler, both the movies have the sense of closeness with family and life lessons. The movie's main message is the importance of staying close to your parents, especially when you're an adult with children of your own. Furthermore, this movie is good, not the best family movie but it is definitely up there and I recommend it if it is a family night with the kids and I truly believe they will enjoy it. 3/5 stars
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DVD - 2013
Finding Nemo is a really well made movie, definitely one of the top Disney movies that have ever been released, Finding Nemo created the foundation of Dis...Show more
Finding Nemo is a really well made movie, definitely one of the top Disney movies that have ever been released, Finding Nemo created the foundation of Disney movies which also led to “Finding Dory”. I recommend this movie to people of all ages, throughout your lifetime you must watch this movie at least once, it is one of those movies that leave an impression on you. It reminded me a bit of “Shark Tale” which was released in 2004, this movie made me fell happy which led to me watching it multiple times after that.The moral of this film is that when we persevere in the face of adversity and conquer our fears in order to face the world head-on, our horizons broaden and we make new friends. Overall, 4 out of 5.
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Finding Nemo is a really well made movie, definitely one of the top Disney movies that have ever been released, Finding Nemo created the foundation of Dis...Show more
Finding Nemo is a really well made movie, definitely one of the top Disney movies that have ever been released, Finding Nemo created the foundation of Disney movies which also led to “Finding Dory”. I recommend this movie to people of all ages, throughout your lifetime you must watch this movie at least once, it is one of those movies that leave an impression on you. It reminded me a bit of “Shark Tale” which was released in 2004, this movie made me fell happy which led to me watching it multiple times after that.The moral of this film is that when we persevere in the face of adversity and conquer our fears in order to face the world head-on, our horizons broaden and we make new friends. Overall, 4 out of 5.
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by Seuss
eBook - 1971
This book is about the character “Lorax” that speaks for the trees and protects them, as a kid this book was extremely heartfelt to me and I totally recom...Show more
This book is about the character “Lorax” that speaks for the trees and protects them, as a kid this book was extremely heartfelt to me and I totally recommend anyone to read this book. It has a very special message which you must read to understand, this book is simple and effective, it was a totally new experience for me and it is one to remember. This book also hasa movie which successfully interprets the same message as the book. The main takeaway of this book is to not be materialistic and allow fame and temporary things to change you and your views in life, I believe in this which is why I recommend everyone to read the book and watch the movie. Furthermore, this book is a 4 out of 5, must read.
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This book is about the character “Lorax” that speaks for the trees and protects them, as a kid this book was extremely heartfelt to me and I totally recom...Show more
This book is about the character “Lorax” that speaks for the trees and protects them, as a kid this book was extremely heartfelt to me and I totally recommend anyone to read this book. It has a very special message which you must read to understand, this book is simple and effective, it was a totally new experience for me and it is one to remember. This book also hasa movie which successfully interprets the same message as the book. The main takeaway of this book is to not be materialistic and allow fame and temporary things to change you and your views in life, I believe in this which is why I recommend everyone to read the book and watch the movie. Furthermore, this book is a 4 out of 5, must read.
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Taking Over the Tipton
DVD - 2006
This series was a highlight of my childhood right beside Spongebob Squarepants, I recommend this for anybody but especially for children. It was a perfect...Show more
This series was a highlight of my childhood right beside Spongebob Squarepants, I recommend this for anybody but especially for children. It was a perfect television series that was unique and enjoyable, it was a new experience for me which is probably why I enjoyed it so much, you basically are in the lives of Zack and Cody and their everyday lives, you watch them go through troublesome obstacles and exciting experiences. This series also led into another series which everyone seemed to enjoy, nothing could have been better, this was an outstanding tv series that lasted well. This series made me really happy and always made me come back to watch more. Overall, 5 out of 5 must watch.
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This series was a highlight of my childhood right beside Spongebob Squarepants, I recommend this for anybody but especially for children. It was a perfect...Show more
This series was a highlight of my childhood right beside Spongebob Squarepants, I recommend this for anybody but especially for children. It was a perfect television series that was unique and enjoyable, it was a new experience for me which is probably why I enjoyed it so much, you basically are in the lives of Zack and Cody and their everyday lives, you watch them go through troublesome obstacles and exciting experiences. This series also led into another series which everyone seemed to enjoy, nothing could have been better, this was an outstanding tv series that lasted well. This series made me really happy and always made me come back to watch more. Overall, 5 out of 5 must watch.
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DVD - 2007
National Treasure was a personal highlight for me in my years of watching movies, this movie is a guilty pleasure and can be watched countless times. I re...Show more
National Treasure was a personal highlight for me in my years of watching movies, this movie is a guilty pleasure and can be watched countless times. I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys action movies as a genre because you will definitely be satisfied with this. The acting and storyline was magnificent, it was a totally new experience for me at the time which set the standards for action movies for me. The only thing that could have been better was the removal of time filler, for a good amount of the movie you were left with nothing happening which would get boring at times but nevertheless, that does not take away the fact that this movie is great. There was not really a moral or main takeaway from this movie other than loyalty, it showed us how loyalty towards your loved ones will pay off. Overall, a splendid movie, must watch. 4/5 stars
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National Treasure was a personal highlight for me in my years of watching movies, this movie is a guilty pleasure and can be watched countless times. I re...Show more
National Treasure was a personal highlight for me in my years of watching movies, this movie is a guilty pleasure and can be watched countless times. I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys action movies as a genre because you will definitely be satisfied with this. The acting and storyline was magnificent, it was a totally new experience for me at the time which set the standards for action movies for me. The only thing that could have been better was the removal of time filler, for a good amount of the movie you were left with nothing happening which would get boring at times but nevertheless, that does not take away the fact that this movie is great. There was not really a moral or main takeaway from this movie other than loyalty, it showed us how loyalty towards your loved ones will pay off. Overall, a splendid movie, must watch. 4/5 stars
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Book - 1992
I recommend this book for everyone to read because it has multiple messages, I personally like it alot because the story has a deep meaning which you need...Show more
I recommend this book for everyone to read because it has multiple messages, I personally like it alot because the story has a deep meaning which you need to read to truly understand. It was a mix of emotions that I had when reading this book but it all came out worth it at the end, it will leave you wondering because you expect it to just be a mere kids book and nothing else but there is more to it. This book was an entirely new experience and an enjoyable one. Overall, very good story, you need to really read to understand because it is not easy to articulate the message without spoiling or ruining for you so go ahead and take a read. 5/5 stars
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I recommend this book for everyone to read because it has multiple messages, I personally like it alot because the story has a deep meaning which you need...Show more
I recommend this book for everyone to read because it has multiple messages, I personally like it alot because the story has a deep meaning which you need to read to truly understand. It was a mix of emotions that I had when reading this book but it all came out worth it at the end, it will leave you wondering because you expect it to just be a mere kids book and nothing else but there is more to it. This book was an entirely new experience and an enjoyable one. Overall, very good story, you need to really read to understand because it is not easy to articulate the message without spoiling or ruining for you so go ahead and take a read. 5/5 stars
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The Search for Life Elsewhere in the Universe
by May, Andrew
Book - 2019
Astrobiology is the branch of biology concerned with the study of life on earth and in space, this book successfully explains Astrobiology and specifics c...Show more
Astrobiology is the branch of biology concerned with the study of life on earth and in space, this book successfully explains Astrobiology and specifics concepts and conspiracies of biology in space, I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in space and science, it is a very interesting book that will make you keep reading. This book reminds me of “Astrophysics for people in a hurry,” created by famous scientist and astronomy wizard Neil Degrasse Tyson, they both cover the same areas of astronomy and theories. Majority of the things discussed in this book was done really well and a well worth it read, there is no actual moral in this book as it is informational so either way there is something to be learned. Therefore, I give this book a 3 out of 5 stars, definitely worth the read if you are into this genre of books.
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Astrobiology is the branch of biology concerned with the study of life on earth and in space, this book successfully explains Astrobiology and specifics c...Show more
Astrobiology is the branch of biology concerned with the study of life on earth and in space, this book successfully explains Astrobiology and specifics concepts and conspiracies of biology in space, I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in space and science, it is a very interesting book that will make you keep reading. This book reminds me of “Astrophysics for people in a hurry,” created by famous scientist and astronomy wizard Neil Degrasse Tyson, they both cover the same areas of astronomy and theories. Majority of the things discussed in this book was done really well and a well worth it read, there is no actual moral in this book as it is informational so either way there is something to be learned. Therefore, I give this book a 3 out of 5 stars, definitely worth the read if you are into this genre of books.
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Book - 2000
This book was one of my childhood favourites, and I recommend it to everyone. If you're looking for an out-of-the-wall storyline and effervescent characte...Show more
This book was one of my childhood favourites, and I recommend it to everyone. If you're looking for an out-of-the-wall storyline and effervescent characters, there's no better option than Robert Munsch's picture books. Oh, Mmm, cookies! It's just another funny storey to make sure you're never going to look at Play-Doh the same way again. Recommended for reading aloud, and it would be great for a model text on onomatopoeia, every time I sat down to read this book, it gave me a sense of happiness. Everything in this book was done really well, I really like the images in this one. Every time I read it, I find new stuff in the picture that I haven't seen before, overall, very well done, 4 out of 5 stars.
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This book was one of my childhood favourites, and I recommend it to everyone. If you're looking for an out-of-the-wall storyline and effervescent characte...Show more
This book was one of my childhood favourites, and I recommend it to everyone. If you're looking for an out-of-the-wall storyline and effervescent characters, there's no better option than Robert Munsch's picture books. Oh, Mmm, cookies! It's just another funny storey to make sure you're never going to look at Play-Doh the same way again. Recommended for reading aloud, and it would be great for a model text on onomatopoeia, every time I sat down to read this book, it gave me a sense of happiness. Everything in this book was done really well, I really like the images in this one. Every time I read it, I find new stuff in the picture that I haven't seen before, overall, very well done, 4 out of 5 stars.
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Complete Season Three
DVD - 2017
Star Wars: Rebels are outstanding at times when they include characters from The Original Trilogy or The Clone Wars, but generally this show is only decen...Show more
Star Wars: Rebels are outstanding at times when they include characters from The Original Trilogy or The Clone Wars, but generally this show is only decent, not great. With Season 3 being the only consistently successful season, and Season 1 being bad at times, I can't claim it's anywhere near the Clone Wars, but it's going to continue with some of the stories from the show that I'm grateful for. Rebel blends well into the Star Wars canon, but typically doesn't add much to it, with a few significant exceptions. I recommend this to anyone who is into the series. This was a perfect addition to the franchise and a semi new experience overall, if you are a fan of the series, give it a watch. 3/5 stars
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Star Wars: Rebels are outstanding at times when they include characters from The Original Trilogy or The Clone Wars, but generally this show is only decen...Show more
Star Wars: Rebels are outstanding at times when they include characters from The Original Trilogy or The Clone Wars, but generally this show is only decent, not great. With Season 3 being the only consistently successful season, and Season 1 being bad at times, I can't claim it's anywhere near the Clone Wars, but it's going to continue with some of the stories from the show that I'm grateful for. Rebel blends well into the Star Wars canon, but typically doesn't add much to it, with a few significant exceptions. I recommend this to anyone who is into the series. This was a perfect addition to the franchise and a semi new experience overall, if you are a fan of the series, give it a watch. 3/5 stars
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DVD - 2017
The Vietnam War is a spectacular film that showed life during the terrible war, I liked the film style and the clever way in which the directors showed th...Show more
The Vietnam War is a spectacular film that showed life during the terrible war, I liked the film style and the clever way in which the directors showed the lives of the soldiers and what they had to do. I'm recommending this story to everyone over the age of eighteen. This film was a completely new experience for me and left an impression that will never go away, seeing that the perspective of the Vietnamese was fantastic, both in the north and in the south, talking about the French and American efforts early in the building process. Over the years, I have soaked up every film and documentary I have ever been able to find on the topic of the Vietnam War. It uses perspectives from the people caught in it – the Viet Cong & North Vietnamese Army, the US Military & South Vietnamese Army, civilians from both sides, politicians and journalists alike – to explain, account for and report on the early circumstances that contributed to the build-up and outbreak of the war. Overall very good and a must watch. 4/5 stars
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The Vietnam War is a spectacular film that showed life during the terrible war, I liked the film style and the clever way in which the directors showed th...Show more
The Vietnam War is a spectacular film that showed life during the terrible war, I liked the film style and the clever way in which the directors showed the lives of the soldiers and what they had to do. I'm recommending this story to everyone over the age of eighteen. This film was a completely new experience for me and left an impression that will never go away, seeing that the perspective of the Vietnamese was fantastic, both in the north and in the south, talking about the French and American efforts early in the building process. Over the years, I have soaked up every film and documentary I have ever been able to find on the topic of the Vietnam War. It uses perspectives from the people caught in it – the Viet Cong & North Vietnamese Army, the US Military & South Vietnamese Army, civilians from both sides, politicians and journalists alike – to explain, account for and report on the early circumstances that contributed to the build-up and outbreak of the war. Overall very good and a must watch. 4/5 stars
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by Roth, Philip
Book - 2004
An alternative blip in history, it melds a terrifying possibility with the timeline of WWII. It’s worth reading, and I liked it. The ending made me think ...Show more
An alternative blip in history, it melds a terrifying possibility with the timeline of WWII. It’s worth reading, and I liked it. The ending made me think of the sound a phonograph needle would make if you drug it to the right track. I gave this book 3 stars. I probably would have given it 5 had it not gotten a bit weak towards the end and the author seemed to lose focus of where his story was going. It seemed like he wanted it to end whereas I wanted it to continue on. I recommend this book for anyone who is into the era of World War II, it is a good read and you will enjoy it if those books are your style but other than that you might possibly not want to pick this up. 3/5 stars
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An alternative blip in history, it melds a terrifying possibility with the timeline of WWII. It’s worth reading, and I liked it. The ending made me think ...Show more
An alternative blip in history, it melds a terrifying possibility with the timeline of WWII. It’s worth reading, and I liked it. The ending made me think of the sound a phonograph needle would make if you drug it to the right track. I gave this book 3 stars. I probably would have given it 5 had it not gotten a bit weak towards the end and the author seemed to lose focus of where his story was going. It seemed like he wanted it to end whereas I wanted it to continue on. I recommend this book for anyone who is into the era of World War II, it is a good read and you will enjoy it if those books are your style but other than that you might possibly not want to pick this up. 3/5 stars
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DVD - 2011
This movie is not a cinematic triumph but it is one of the better films for kids in this age group. Fluffy but fun summer movie with a sweet message at th...Show more
This movie is not a cinematic triumph but it is one of the better films for kids in this age group. Fluffy but fun summer movie with a sweet message at the end. I think this movie can start a good conversation with your kids about friendship and may even inspire you to have a "thrilladelic" summer! As long as you aren't a completely boring and overbearing parent, and your kids are smart enough to understand it is a bad idea to jump in a van with strangers and crash cars through lawns sprinkled with children's toys, you and your children will probably have fun with this flick. I recommend everyone to watch this as me and my sister really enjoyed it back in the day. Therefore, 5 out of 5 stars must watch.
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This movie is not a cinematic triumph but it is one of the better films for kids in this age group. Fluffy but fun summer movie with a sweet message at th...Show more
This movie is not a cinematic triumph but it is one of the better films for kids in this age group. Fluffy but fun summer movie with a sweet message at the end. I think this movie can start a good conversation with your kids about friendship and may even inspire you to have a "thrilladelic" summer! As long as you aren't a completely boring and overbearing parent, and your kids are smart enough to understand it is a bad idea to jump in a van with strangers and crash cars through lawns sprinkled with children's toys, you and your children will probably have fun with this flick. I recommend everyone to watch this as me and my sister really enjoyed it back in the day. Therefore, 5 out of 5 stars must watch.
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Book - 2016
When the twins and their friends join worlds formed by Conner 's imagination, discovering allies that no one else could ever think of, the race begins to ...Show more
When the twins and their friends join worlds formed by Conner 's imagination, discovering allies that no one else could ever think of, the race begins to put an end to the reign of terror of the Masked Man. The Author's Odyssey kept me hooked until the end, it was a very good and interesting reading, the storey was beautifully written in a clear style and tone and descriptive efficiency that didn't slow down the pace. The Odyssey of the Author was original and well written. An outstanding addition to thisAn Author's Odyssey had standard tropes delivered with a smooth writing style. I recommend this book to anyone because it is a joy to read. 4/5 stars
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When the twins and their friends join worlds formed by Conner 's imagination, discovering allies that no one else could ever think of, the race begins to ...Show more
When the twins and their friends join worlds formed by Conner 's imagination, discovering allies that no one else could ever think of, the race begins to put an end to the reign of terror of the Masked Man. The Author's Odyssey kept me hooked until the end, it was a very good and interesting reading, the storey was beautifully written in a clear style and tone and descriptive efficiency that didn't slow down the pace. The Odyssey of the Author was original and well written. An outstanding addition to thisAn Author's Odyssey had standard tropes delivered with a smooth writing style. I recommend this book to anyone because it is a joy to read. 4/5 stars
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by King, Wesley
Book - 2018
I enjoyed this book. It had some decent character development, and for once, the main character was my favorite character.
I found this book quite relata...Show more
I enjoyed this book. It had some decent character development, and for once, the main character was my favorite character.
I found this book quite relatable, from the beginning of the book, when the students were in the classroom to the end, when they eventually returned to their home. I noticed that it was pretty easy to put myself in a character's shoes and imagine what I would do if I were in that role. I think this is a great thing to include in a book because it can also help you get a deeper understanding of the book and what's going on. An example is when the students are in the classroom, and the teacher (Mr Baker) is telling them about the ride. I believe like a lot of the feelings and debates that were conveyed in the classroom at the time would also arise in my class if the news were addressed. At the end of the day, I think it's very cool that the author was able to make a book about these underground beasts that have never been seen before and still make it relatable. Overall, 4 out of 5 stars.
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I enjoyed this book. It had some decent character development, and for once, the main character was my favorite character.
I found this book quite relata...Show more
I enjoyed this book. It had some decent character development, and for once, the main character was my favorite character.
I found this book quite relatable, from the beginning of the book, when the students were in the classroom to the end, when they eventually returned to their home. I noticed that it was pretty easy to put myself in a character's shoes and imagine what I would do if I were in that role. I think this is a great thing to include in a book because it can also help you get a deeper understanding of the book and what's going on. An example is when the students are in the classroom, and the teacher (Mr Baker) is telling them about the ride. I believe like a lot of the feelings and debates that were conveyed in the classroom at the time would also arise in my class if the news were addressed. At the end of the day, I think it's very cool that the author was able to make a book about these underground beasts that have never been seen before and still make it relatable. Overall, 4 out of 5 stars.
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Book - 2019
Every complicated novel of high fantasy does not have to be part of a series, and this well-constructed, slyly humorous magical adventure satisfies itself...Show more
Every complicated novel of high fantasy does not have to be part of a series, and this well-constructed, slyly humorous magical adventure satisfies itself as a stand-alone plot. The narration is based on the prickly relationship between Elisabeth and Nathaniel, whose antagonistic banter disproves their increasing attraction. It's not difficult to intuit the final destination of the storey, but author Margaret Rogerson has a lot of action-packed obstacles in the paths of the characters. Elisabeth and Nathaniel are the main characters, but it is mostly Silas and the other members of the supporting cast who get the best lines. This book will be enjoyed by readers of high fantasy with a sense of humour. They should look forward to Rogerson's next book, whether or not it returns to this well-built universe. 3/5 stars
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Every complicated novel of high fantasy does not have to be part of a series, and this well-constructed, slyly humorous magical adventure satisfies itself...Show more
Every complicated novel of high fantasy does not have to be part of a series, and this well-constructed, slyly humorous magical adventure satisfies itself as a stand-alone plot. The narration is based on the prickly relationship between Elisabeth and Nathaniel, whose antagonistic banter disproves their increasing attraction. It's not difficult to intuit the final destination of the storey, but author Margaret Rogerson has a lot of action-packed obstacles in the paths of the characters. Elisabeth and Nathaniel are the main characters, but it is mostly Silas and the other members of the supporting cast who get the best lines. This book will be enjoyed by readers of high fantasy with a sense of humour. They should look forward to Rogerson's next book, whether or not it returns to this well-built universe. 3/5 stars
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DVD - 2020
It's a wonderful movie! It might slip into clichés, but that's what the film is all about. It gives the audience a sense of epicness and interacts with th...Show more
It's a wonderful movie! It might slip into clichés, but that's what the film is all about. It gives the audience a sense of epicness and interacts with their emotions. It's well balanced, as the film points out in the adventure part of it, but without ignoring the comic times as well as the very touching moments where you're sure to be moved. It's a wonderful movie that will introduce you to some facets of the job you've probably never thought of before. Good for both children and adults. Pixar did really well once again and I hope to see more outstanding movies from them in the future. 5/5 stars
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It's a wonderful movie! It might slip into clichés, but that's what the film is all about. It gives the audience a sense of epicness and interacts with th...Show more
It's a wonderful movie! It might slip into clichés, but that's what the film is all about. It gives the audience a sense of epicness and interacts with their emotions. It's well balanced, as the film points out in the adventure part of it, but without ignoring the comic times as well as the very touching moments where you're sure to be moved. It's a wonderful movie that will introduce you to some facets of the job you've probably never thought of before. Good for both children and adults. Pixar did really well once again and I hope to see more outstanding movies from them in the future. 5/5 stars
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by Seuss
Book - 1957
This book is a classic, and it's for good reason. While The Grinch is cold-hearted at first, he is reforming himself at the end. At that point, those who ...Show more
This book is a classic, and it's for good reason. While The Grinch is cold-hearted at first, he is reforming himself at the end. At that point, those who forgive, a reminder of what we're all supposed to do when others reform. Dr. Seuss also tells us that gifts are not the most important aspect of Christmas, and he also tells us what is important-being with our loved ones. The only thing that may be a concern for some readers is that, on the page where the Whom children play with their toys, toys are "gender 'stereotyped.'" But again that's a reflection of the year this book was written-in 1957-when such roles were not challenged and did not cause outrage, as they were gender-based times. It's a must-read. 4/5 stars
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This book is a classic, and it's for good reason. While The Grinch is cold-hearted at first, he is reforming himself at the end. At that point, those who ...Show more
This book is a classic, and it's for good reason. While The Grinch is cold-hearted at first, he is reforming himself at the end. At that point, those who forgive, a reminder of what we're all supposed to do when others reform. Dr. Seuss also tells us that gifts are not the most important aspect of Christmas, and he also tells us what is important-being with our loved ones. The only thing that may be a concern for some readers is that, on the page where the Whom children play with their toys, toys are "gender 'stereotyped.'" But again that's a reflection of the year this book was written-in 1957-when such roles were not challenged and did not cause outrage, as they were gender-based times. It's a must-read. 4/5 stars
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by Seuss
Book - 1982
Horton Hears a Who is one of the best books of Seuss! I'm 17 years old and I really love it. It teaches a valuable lesson in helping those who are unable ...Show more
Horton Hears a Who is one of the best books of Seuss! I'm 17 years old and I really love it. It teaches a valuable lesson in helping those who are unable to support themselves. At the end, it's a little rough when the animals strike the protagonist, so I'd say to wait until your kids are old enough not to panic! Wonderful storey with a wonderful message, but it can scare younger children with Horton getting tied up by the monkeys and trying to throw the clover into hot beezle nut oil. Without a question, one of the crowned gems of Dr. Seuss' work, delivering one of his greatest messages to human civilization. Overall, I recommend this to everyone and a must read. 4/5 stars
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Horton Hears a Who is one of the best books of Seuss! I'm 17 years old and I really love it. It teaches a valuable lesson in helping those who are unable ...Show more
Horton Hears a Who is one of the best books of Seuss! I'm 17 years old and I really love it. It teaches a valuable lesson in helping those who are unable to support themselves. At the end, it's a little rough when the animals strike the protagonist, so I'd say to wait until your kids are old enough not to panic! Wonderful storey with a wonderful message, but it can scare younger children with Horton getting tied up by the monkeys and trying to throw the clover into hot beezle nut oil. Without a question, one of the crowned gems of Dr. Seuss' work, delivering one of his greatest messages to human civilization. Overall, I recommend this to everyone and a must read. 4/5 stars
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A Story of Bananas, Belonging, and Being Yourself
Book - 2019
This creatively illustrated book (the illustrations are all written by the artist, and the text is written in his distinctive handwriting) is a wonderful ...Show more
This creatively illustrated book (the illustrations are all written by the artist, and the text is written in his distinctive handwriting) is a wonderful tale about being different and being accepted. Charming and sincere, anyone who ever thought they were strange or felt out of place would understand that it's alright to be different. A fun, informative story. Good for educating children about self-acceptance and appreciation of differences in others. The quirky character and whimsical drawings make it a book that I'm sure will be enjoyed for years and passed down through generations. I recommend this to everyone and it's a must read. 3/5 stars
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This creatively illustrated book (the illustrations are all written by the artist, and the text is written in his distinctive handwriting) is a wonderful ...Show more
This creatively illustrated book (the illustrations are all written by the artist, and the text is written in his distinctive handwriting) is a wonderful tale about being different and being accepted. Charming and sincere, anyone who ever thought they were strange or felt out of place would understand that it's alright to be different. A fun, informative story. Good for educating children about self-acceptance and appreciation of differences in others. The quirky character and whimsical drawings make it a book that I'm sure will be enjoyed for years and passed down through generations. I recommend this to everyone and it's a must read. 3/5 stars
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DVD - 2009
A very fun, entertaining documentary about the War on the Great Plains between the American Indians and the U.S. Cavalry. It included a variety of skirmis...Show more
A very fun, entertaining documentary about the War on the Great Plains between the American Indians and the U.S. Cavalry. It included a variety of skirmishes and engagements that I had never heard of before. A very good show. I love the plot. There's something you can learn, but because there is so much detail it takes a few views to grasp and appreciate the overall image and what it means today. I've come back to it like a good book a few times. It's a warning that hit me with a nerve. Highly recommended if you enjoy the low key insightful output of American history, I would certainly recommend this to anyone interested in history. 4/5 stars
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A very fun, entertaining documentary about the War on the Great Plains between the American Indians and the U.S. Cavalry. It included a variety of skirmis...Show more
A very fun, entertaining documentary about the War on the Great Plains between the American Indians and the U.S. Cavalry. It included a variety of skirmishes and engagements that I had never heard of before. A very good show. I love the plot. There's something you can learn, but because there is so much detail it takes a few views to grasp and appreciate the overall image and what it means today. I've come back to it like a good book a few times. It's a warning that hit me with a nerve. Highly recommended if you enjoy the low key insightful output of American history, I would certainly recommend this to anyone interested in history. 4/5 stars
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by Black, Holly
Book - 2018
I liked the series better than Harry Potter. It was much less full of self-denial and made more sense, essentially, as a plot. I would definitely recommen...Show more
I liked the series better than Harry Potter. It was much less full of self-denial and made more sense, essentially, as a plot. I would definitely recommend it. It was an adventure to read, something you can always pick up and binge. Very enjoyable read so if you are into the Harry Potter series go ahead and give this a try. Things were only getting interesting when the series was over! There was much more to explore and the writers had some legitimately multi-dimensional characters. A lot of twists and turns and things don't seem to be as they were. Nice storytelling, excellent indeed! I'm going to read them again. 4/5 stars
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I liked the series better than Harry Potter. It was much less full of self-denial and made more sense, essentially, as a plot. I would definitely recommen...Show more
I liked the series better than Harry Potter. It was much less full of self-denial and made more sense, essentially, as a plot. I would definitely recommend it. It was an adventure to read, something you can always pick up and binge. Very enjoyable read so if you are into the Harry Potter series go ahead and give this a try. Things were only getting interesting when the series was over! There was much more to explore and the writers had some legitimately multi-dimensional characters. A lot of twists and turns and things don't seem to be as they were. Nice storytelling, excellent indeed! I'm going to read them again. 4/5 stars
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Season Four
DVD - 2017
I love this show!! I don’t know why people are saying 14+ or even 18+. Yeah, there’s very mild violence and some sexual references, but overall It’s appro...Show more
I love this show!! I don’t know why people are saying 14+ or even 18+. Yeah, there’s very mild violence and some sexual references, but overall It’s appropriate for anyone who’s not a really young kid. Really entertaining and well-written show for all ages, one of my favourites of all time. The jokes are good and actually funny unlike some comedies, but what I really love is the positive portrayal of minorities that aren’t one dimensional. At the moment this is my number one show that I keep coming back to and recommended it to anyone who is into crime/comedy. Overall, definite watch.
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I love this show!! I don’t know why people are saying 14+ or even 18+. Yeah, there’s very mild violence and some sexual references, but overall It’s appro...Show more
I love this show!! I don’t know why people are saying 14+ or even 18+. Yeah, there’s very mild violence and some sexual references, but overall It’s appropriate for anyone who’s not a really young kid. Really entertaining and well-written show for all ages, one of my favourites of all time. The jokes are good and actually funny unlike some comedies, but what I really love is the positive portrayal of minorities that aren’t one dimensional. At the moment this is my number one show that I keep coming back to and recommended it to anyone who is into crime/comedy. Overall, definite watch.
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DVD - 2020
I think it was a nice video game themed movie. The previews made it look a bit less exciting than the actual movie. James Marsden did a fantastic job and ...Show more
I think it was a nice video game themed movie. The previews made it look a bit less exciting than the actual movie. James Marsden did a fantastic job and really helped with the film. He played a good character and made it enjoyable to watch and suspend your disbelief for enough time to carry on the storyline. Jim Carrey played the sonic villain very well -- above the top, but in a way tailored to the role. Overall, the film was enjoyable, fast-paced (no pun intended) and would be enjoyable to rent for the kids. It does have a fair amount of "cartoon style" abuse, but obviously understanding your own kids will certainly help you determine whether it's right for them. Must watch.
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I think it was a nice video game themed movie. The previews made it look a bit less exciting than the actual movie. James Marsden did a fantastic job and ...Show more
I think it was a nice video game themed movie. The previews made it look a bit less exciting than the actual movie. James Marsden did a fantastic job and really helped with the film. He played a good character and made it enjoyable to watch and suspend your disbelief for enough time to carry on the storyline. Jim Carrey played the sonic villain very well -- above the top, but in a way tailored to the role. Overall, the film was enjoyable, fast-paced (no pun intended) and would be enjoyable to rent for the kids. It does have a fair amount of "cartoon style" abuse, but obviously understanding your own kids will certainly help you determine whether it's right for them. Must watch.
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