While I have no issues with Disney re-casting old stories with different leads for live action (loved the new Little Mermaid but honestly most of them suck), I really wish instead they would write better original stories/characters for a new generation. Snow White is a problematic story now? Fine, write something new and empowering with new characters in a new world. I want more original stories with amazing characters instead of a swath of pandering, soulless remakes.
As for movies that topped my expectations:
Top Gun: Maverick. This was honestly one of the most fun things I've ever seen in the theater. Such a great experience, I left totally buzzing.
The Martian: Really wasn't expecting to love this movie as much as I did.
Parasite: I was hesitant going into this one because I worried that the subtitles would be distracting, but I was totally immersed and forgot I was reading the dialogue after a few minutes. It's pretty incredible that the brain can do that. This movie actually opened my up to a lot more South Korean films, which are amazing.
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