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Altered Carbon by Richard K. Morgan
Set in the 25th century, humans have the technological means to store their consciousness in “stacks” at the base of the skull...
Nov 19, 20202 min read


Socratic Logic (3rd Ed.) by Peter Kreeft
This is a solid logic textbook. It starts with a short introduction, including a brief two-page overview, before going through the basics.
Nov 19, 20202 min read


Superzero: How Hollywood Has Turned Every Comic Story into a Cultural Weapon
The Phantom was the first superhero, created back in 1936. I had to look it up because I have never been a fan of comic books...
Nov 18, 20204 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Ava
Tries to be some sort of thriller but fails.
Jul 1, 20201 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Angel Has Fallen
This time, Mike Banning is framed and he has to run. Definitely the weakest of the trilogy.
Aug 22, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: The Fable
A comedy about an assassin and his assistant told to lay low and not kill anyone. Could be funnier but still a solid film that is enjoyable.
Jun 20, 20192 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum
Not a bad action film but it is more of the same.
May 16, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Cold Pursuit
Not a Taken clone but rather a vigilante-revenge black comedy. Enjoyable and recommended.
Feb 7, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Polar
The production itself isn’t bad, maybe tries a little too hard. Either way, the action scenes are not dazzling.
Jan 24, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Close
Bodyguard film that tries to be gritty but lacks plot and action.
Jan 17, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Peppermint
Tries to be a gritty vigilante-revenge film but execution is lacking. The action and logistics just feel awkward.
Sep 6, 20181 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: The Commuter
Not intended to be a shoot ’em up but rather a mystery-thriller. Starts off a little trippy but becomes a little too predictable.
Jul 31, 20181 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: The Equalizer 2
Instead of thugs, McCall is going up against skilled operatives like himself. Lacks the energy and emotional satisfaction of the first film.
Jul 19, 20181 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: The Foreigner
Not supposed to be a shoot ’em up but it still works. Good to see Jackie Chan and Pierce Brosnan not be typecasted.
Sep 23, 20171 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Atomic Blonde
Highly stylized Cold War spy action-thriller. Looks good. Can use better signposting regarding the end.
Jul 27, 20171 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: The Villainess
In some ways the Korean version of La Femme Nikita. Nicely shot revenge flick but perhaps predictable.
Jun 7, 20171 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Unlocked
Tries too hard with the conspiracy. Not bad but can use more and better action.
May 4, 20171 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Security
Clichéd premise, which is fine, but is unfortunately poorly executed in most respects.
Mar 3, 20172 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: John Wick: Chapter 2
Tries a bit too hard to be cool but it does have lots of action. Good to see Wick use more weapons.
Feb 9, 20171 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: London Has Fallen
Essentially the same as the first film but in a bigger setting. A solid follow-up which is rare considering that sequels are usually weaker.
Mar 3, 20161 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Survivor
Glaring stupidities are a turn-off. Wasted opportunity with Milla Jovovich and Pierce Brosnan.
May 28, 20151 min read
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