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The Martian (2015) ☆☆☆1/2 (3.5/4): Stranded Alone on Mars

Even though we have learned a lot about Mars since the Viking 1 lander touched down on its surface in 1976, our red neighbor planet still remains as intriguing and mysterious as many other distant places in our solar system … Continue reading

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Beyond the Reach (2014) ☆☆1/2(2.5/4) : A survival game in the barren wilderness

“Beyond the Reach” works best when it focuses on a deadly cat-and-mouse game between its two contrasting main characters. While one ruthlessly pushes the other into an extreme condition, it is compelling to watch both of them trying to outwit … Continue reading

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‘71 (2014) ☆☆☆1/2(3.5/4) : A gripping tale of survival in the midst of the Troubles

 “‘71” is a gripping tale of survival with a number of very intense moments which made my body tightened during my viewing. Pumped by its confident direction and fueled by its strong lead performance, the movie never loses its tight … Continue reading

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After Earth (2013) ☆☆(2/4) : A survival camp with dad – on the Earth

 My demand is not that big when I enter the screening room for reviewing SF film. Regardless of the level of my expectation, I merely want to be entertained or excited by what it wants to show and tell us, … Continue reading

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The Hunger Games (2012) ☆☆☆(3/4) : A feisty heroine in one deadly reality show

Now, Harry Potter series is over, so what is the next big thing to watch at the theater? While it was having its long, enormous success for ten years, many franchises had been attempted in here and there based on … Continue reading

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