Sheep Movie Review: Fantasy Island (2020)

Fantasy Island (2020)

Streaming: Apr 14, 2020
Rating: PG-13 (for violence, terror, drug content, suggestive material and brief strong language)
Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction & Fantasy
Directed By: Jeff Wadlow
Written By: Christopher Roach, Jillian Jacobs
Cast: Lucy Hale, Maggie Q, Portia Doubleday, Jimmy O. Yang, Michael Peña, Ryan Hansen

Runtime: 110 minutes
Studio: Columbia Pictures

In Blumhouse's new spin on Fantasy Island, the enigmatic Mr. Roarke makes the secret dreams of his lucky guests come true at a luxurious but remote tropical resort. But when the fantasies turn into nightmares, the guests have to solve the island's mystery in order to escape with their lives.

My husband and I (both old enough to remember the TV series) watched Fantasy Island. I was hesitant to watch this. I loved watching the TV show as a pre-teen (it came on after Love Boat) but I didn't think it would be interesting unless...you add a supernatural horror element! And we wouldn't have to pay theater prices.

We liked it! The plot took a lot of fun twists. Cheesy? Yeah, but they acknowledge it. It's even categorized as a comedy/fantasy. The very last scene is a shout out to those who remember the TV series. High five to the creators for that one :)

If you want a fun PG-13 suspense (don't try to poke holes in the plot cause it is paper-thin) then give this one a try.

We give this 3.75 "Fantasy" Sheep

SharonS

Sheep Movie Review: Bloodshot (2020)

Bloodshot (2020)

Mar 13, 2020
On Disc/Streaming: Mar 24, 2020
Directed By: David S. F. Wilson
Written By: Jeff Wadlow, Eric Heisserer, Bob LaytonCast: Vin Diesel, Eiza Gonzalez, Sam Heughan, Toby Kebbell, Guy Pearce, Talulah Riley

Rating: PG-13 (for intense sequences of violence, some suggestive material and language)
Genre: Action & Adventure, Science Fiction & Fantasy

Studio: Columbia Pictures

Based on the bestselling comic book, Vin Diesel stars as Ray Garrison, a soldier recently killed in action and brought back to life as the superhero Bloodshot by the RST corporation. With an army of nanotechnology in his veins, he's an unstoppable force -- stronger than ever and able to heal instantly. But in controlling his body, the company has sway over his mind and memories, too. Now, Ray doesn't know what's real and what's not -- but he's on a mission to find out.

I'm a fan of Valiant Comic's Bloodshot series. It is action-packed with drama and humor. So I was excited to see the movie. Vin Diesel wouldn't have been my first pick as Ray Garrison but that kind of star power bought a big budget.

I watched it on-demand with my husband. He hasn't read the comics. It was entertaining. A basic CGI sci-fi action movie. Valiant Action Comics are well written and scream big-budget action movies. But Bloodshot had a generic feel. I saw it two weeks ago and I'm struggling to recall details. I know the ending was fun and exciting and I didn't regret watching it.

People either love or hate it...but it certainly isn't hate-worthy. If you enjoy some mindless action fun then check this one out. My husband and I agreed on the rating.

I do recommend checking out the comics. How you can not want to read something with a cover like this!

My 5 sheep review

3 1/2 "Nano" Sheep 

SharonS