MickyG333
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7.6 stars.
I just got finished watching 'The Hot Zone'. While I thought it was a bit more entertaining and thrilling, 'Pandemic' seems to have the same production value, and was way more accurate when it comes to what would happen in the case of an actual pandemic. They predicted it perfectly, right down to the last detail. Notice the full emergency rooms, everybody is wearing a mask, there is general concern and fear. On the other hand, there isn't some crazy panic where everyone is fleeing the city, etc. They were accurate in that as well, which I find interesting because the mass terror is what makes contagion movies more entertaining and interesting. But they were not attempting to exaggerate the circumstances. Remember the big SARS and bird flu happenings, this movie obviously mirrored those, but applies more accurately to the recent pandemic of 2020.
The series is good. There are at least a dozen recognizable faces in the production. They spared no expense and I'm sure it was one of those hugely promoted epic Television miniseries, no doubt. Thiessen is adorable. Always have loved her dainty feminine allure and she is a sweetheart. Where has she been the last several years? I'll have to look her up and see what's going on.
I just got finished watching 'The Hot Zone'. While I thought it was a bit more entertaining and thrilling, 'Pandemic' seems to have the same production value, and was way more accurate when it comes to what would happen in the case of an actual pandemic. They predicted it perfectly, right down to the last detail. Notice the full emergency rooms, everybody is wearing a mask, there is general concern and fear. On the other hand, there isn't some crazy panic where everyone is fleeing the city, etc. They were accurate in that as well, which I find interesting because the mass terror is what makes contagion movies more entertaining and interesting. But they were not attempting to exaggerate the circumstances. Remember the big SARS and bird flu happenings, this movie obviously mirrored those, but applies more accurately to the recent pandemic of 2020.
The series is good. There are at least a dozen recognizable faces in the production. They spared no expense and I'm sure it was one of those hugely promoted epic Television miniseries, no doubt. Thiessen is adorable. Always have loved her dainty feminine allure and she is a sweetheart. Where has she been the last several years? I'll have to look her up and see what's going on.
8.3 stars.
No doubt I like this film a lot because I've seen it probably four times. This was released in the days of Nicolas Cage's illustrious career before it took a turn. I think this was one of his last "good" movies. John Cusack, same story. This is one of his last really good films. Unfortunately, he's the bad guy and he did a particularly convincing portrayal of a serial killer. He can be really dark when he puts his mind to it, because he's got that aspect of his expression that can cross over into the creeper zone.
This film is full of familiar faces. You might be surprised at all the prime actors in it, some don't even have large parts, but they still leave their own footprint on the movie.
This is a most entertaining thriller and one I'd watch a dozen times if I get the chance. It's a true story, which makes it that much more impactful. We will see in a few years if I'm down for it again.
No doubt I like this film a lot because I've seen it probably four times. This was released in the days of Nicolas Cage's illustrious career before it took a turn. I think this was one of his last "good" movies. John Cusack, same story. This is one of his last really good films. Unfortunately, he's the bad guy and he did a particularly convincing portrayal of a serial killer. He can be really dark when he puts his mind to it, because he's got that aspect of his expression that can cross over into the creeper zone.
This film is full of familiar faces. You might be surprised at all the prime actors in it, some don't even have large parts, but they still leave their own footprint on the movie.
This is a most entertaining thriller and one I'd watch a dozen times if I get the chance. It's a true story, which makes it that much more impactful. We will see in a few years if I'm down for it again.
8.1 stars.
I don't know about you, but I thoroughly enjoyed this series. I was totally immersed and fully engaged from start to finish. There are several negative reviews, of course I don't understand why, and they threw me off for a moment. I continue to let these negative reviews influence my feelings about particular shows like this one. You would think I'd learn by now.
There is no way this hand-picked cast of actors could provide anything less than entertainment magic. Look at the list, you can't tell me you expect this is going to be a bust. Give it a chance, the acting alone carries this story way beyond some mundane wannabe.
To reiterate, 'The Hot Zone' is probably an expensive production with excellent music to spark your emotions, great cinematography and good dialogue, albeit with some room for improvement. There is a slight 'Chernobyl' vibe, which makes for a more riveting experience.
I don't know about you, but I thoroughly enjoyed this series. I was totally immersed and fully engaged from start to finish. There are several negative reviews, of course I don't understand why, and they threw me off for a moment. I continue to let these negative reviews influence my feelings about particular shows like this one. You would think I'd learn by now.
There is no way this hand-picked cast of actors could provide anything less than entertainment magic. Look at the list, you can't tell me you expect this is going to be a bust. Give it a chance, the acting alone carries this story way beyond some mundane wannabe.
To reiterate, 'The Hot Zone' is probably an expensive production with excellent music to spark your emotions, great cinematography and good dialogue, albeit with some room for improvement. There is a slight 'Chernobyl' vibe, which makes for a more riveting experience.