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**in the grey** *clearing my watchlist: movie no. 23* jake is still the goat btw. *in the grey* delivers exactly what you’d expect from a guy ritchie action thriller: slick style, charismatic performances, and plenty of sharp dialogue. the cast has strong chemistry, and the action sequences are well choreographed without feeling oberblown. when the film leans into its tense, character driven moments, it’s at its best. that said, it never reaches the heights of ritchie strongest work. the plot can feel over complicated at times, and a few twists don’t land with the impact they’re aiming for. some supporting characters also deserved more development, making parts of the story feel a little rushed. even so, it’s an entertaining watch with enough humour, action, and stylish direction to keep things moving. it may not be a standout entry in the genre, but it’s a solid thriller that’s worth seeing if your a fan of the cast or ritchies filmmaking. 3.5/5 ⭐️

**frankenhooker ** *clearing my watchlist: movie no. 22* i wanted to like *frankenhooker *because its premise is so gloriously ridiculous, but the execution never quite lived up to the concept. the film leans heavily on shock value and over the top gore, yet the humour feels repetitive after the first half hour. what starts as an amusing parody of classic frankenstein stories quickly settles into a predictable cycle of cheap jokes and exaggerated performances. to its credit, the practical effects are impressively inventive for a low budget horror comedy, and there’s an undeniable cult charm to the absurd premise. a few one liners genuinely land, and the film never pretends to be anything more sophisticated than b-movie entertainment. unfortunately, the thin plot, one dimensional characters, and uneven pacing make it difficult to stay invested. by the finale, the novelty has worn off, leaving a film that’s more memorable for its outrageous concept than its actual quality. 2/5 ⭐️