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Added May 24, 2017
Five Little PigsFive Little Pigs, BookA Hercule Poirot Mystery
by Christie, AgathaBook - 2007Book, 2007
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Added Apr 02, 2017
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Once again, Agatha Christie proves that she is the greatest mystery writer of all time with "Five Little Pigs", one of her most ingenious books. The premise is interesting and was so good, Christie basically reused it for "Elephants Can Remember". Also, you'll never guess who the killer is, so happy-guessing!Once again, Agatha Christie proves that she is the greatest mystery writer of all time with "Five Little Pigs", one of her most ingenious books. The premise is interesting and was so good, Christie basically reused it for "Elephants Can Remember".…
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Added Apr 02, 2017
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One of the best stories in Batman's long history, "Batman: The Long Halloween" features a great story line and the depiction of Harvey Dent's fall from grace is one of the best parts of this story! The artwork is also good and I loved the cover art for each issue. This a must-read for all Batman fans and is especially worth reading because of the inspiration this story gave for "The Dark Knight", one of the greatest movies of all time.One of the best stories in Batman's long history, "Batman: The Long Halloween" features a great story line and the depiction of Harvey Dent's fall from grace is one of the best parts of this story! The artwork is also good and I loved the cover art…
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Added Apr 02, 2017
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"Batman: Noel" is an interesting story with a twist on the premise of "A Christmas Carol" with great moments that help make the graphic novel a decent read for fans. However, the best thing about this is the artwork, which very well drawn and the callbacks to the 60's Batman show is nice."Batman: Noel" is an interesting story with a twist on the premise of "A Christmas Carol" with great moments that help make the graphic novel a decent read for fans. However, the best thing about this is the artwork, which very well drawn and the…
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Added Mar 28, 2017
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A must read for all Christie fans! "A Murder Is Announced" is an entertaining novel with many shocking twists. The premise is interesting and perhaps the killer could have gotten away with such a perfect crime if it weren't for the ingenuity of elderly spinster Jane Marple.A must read for all Christie fans! "A Murder Is Announced" is an entertaining novel with many shocking twists. The premise is interesting and perhaps the killer could have gotten away with such a perfect crime if it weren't for the ingenuity of…
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Added Mar 28, 2017
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"Lord Edgware Dies" is an entertaining novel with an interesting premise. However, most of the characters aren't that interesting and though the identity of the killer still surprises, it's kind of underwhelming. As always, Poirot and Hastings entertain and they often bring humor into what could have been a grim detective story."Lord Edgware Dies" is an entertaining novel with an interesting premise. However, most of the characters aren't that interesting and though the identity of the killer still surprises, it's kind of underwhelming. As always, Poirot and Hastings…
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Added Mar 28, 2017
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"Ordeal By Innocence" is a decent Agatha Christie novel with enough interesting characters and a good twist finale to make it worth reading. The more psychological themes are good, but the story kind of felt humorless and sometimes the story drags. Overall, the book is pretty good considering it came late during Christie's career, which had some pretty lame books during that time. A boom worth reading for fans of mystery novels."Ordeal By Innocence" is a decent Agatha Christie novel with enough interesting characters and a good twist finale to make it worth reading. The more psychological themes are good, but the story kind of felt humorless and sometimes the story drags.…
CreedCreed, Blu-ray Disc
Blu-ray Disc - 2016Blu-ray Disc, 2016
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Added Feb 26, 2017
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This movie sucked! Despite the strong reviews from critics and the 95% rating in Rotten Tomatoes (The original has a 93%), the film was really unnecessary and was worse than both "Rocky IV" AND "Rocky V", and that means it was pretty bad. The cast was bland and Stallone was nominated "Best Supporting Actor" even though his performance was okay at best and that his performance in "Rocky Balboa" was more deserving. This was probably not even supposed to be part of the same franchise, but MGM probably made it a Rocky film just to make sure it made money. Please do not watch this garbage, like all of the other films in the franchise, "Creed" is a repeat of the same old story except this time, it lacks the cheesy, but entertaining moments of it's predecessor.This movie sucked! Despite the strong reviews from critics and the 95% rating in Rotten Tomatoes (The original has a 93%), the film was really unnecessary and was worse than both "Rocky IV" AND "Rocky V", and that means it was pretty bad. The cast…
Elephants Can RememberElephants Can Remember, BookA Hercule Poirot Mystery
by Christie, AgathaBook - 2011Book, 2011
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Added Feb 25, 2017
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"Elephants Can Remember" is a decent, but predictable thriller and Christie has lost some of her sharp writing and surprises that her books used to have. The plot feels like a rehash of Five Little Pigs", both involve a previously unsolved crime and Poirot focusing on the testimonies of witnesses who knew the victims. Overall, "Elephants Can Remember" is one of the lesser Agatha Christie novels and a sign that Christie was losing her touch."Elephants Can Remember" is a decent, but predictable thriller and Christie has lost some of her sharp writing and surprises that her books used to have. The plot feels like a rehash of Five Little Pigs", both involve a previously unsolved crime and…
Peril at End HousePeril at End House, BookA Hercule Poirot Mystery
by Christie, AgathaBook - 2007Book, 2007
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Added Feb 24, 2017
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"Peril At End House was surprisingly a great reading experience for me and it is now one of my favourite Agatha Christie novels. The plot and characters are interesting and as usual, Poirot and Hastings continue their typical banter during the investigation. I think Christie's use of fireworks to conceal the noise of gunshots was pretty ingenious. I actually guessed the identity of the killer half way through the book, but it was still surprising when the identity and motive was revealed. "Peril At End House" is a great book and I strongly recommend this for both newcomers and Christie fans."Peril At End House was surprisingly a great reading experience for me and it is now one of my favourite Agatha Christie novels. The plot and characters are interesting and as usual, Poirot and Hastings continue their typical banter during the…
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Added Feb 24, 2017
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"Dumb Witness" is a fairly decent Agatha Christie novel with several humorous scenes. The plot is interesting, though the identity of the killer lacks the impact of other novels. The moments between Hastings and Bob are funny and it's a shame that Hastings wouldn't appear again until the final Poirot book, since he was such a great narrator. Overall,"Dumb Witness" is a good book, but definitely one of Christie's lesser novels."Dumb Witness" is a fairly decent Agatha Christie novel with several humorous scenes. The plot is interesting, though the identity of the killer lacks the impact of other novels. The moments between Hastings and Bob are funny and it's a shame that…
GoldeneyeGoldeneye, DVD
DVD - 2012DVD, 2012
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Added Feb 21, 2017
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Though "Goldeneye" is frequently considered to be one of the best Bond films ever, it doesn't even make it into my Top 10. I think the only reason why the film is well regarded is because it was the first Bond film seen by an entire generation, and because of the highly popular video game. The movie is boring and too reliant on the Bond formula. I think the producers tried too hard to make people like it and the result is a slightly more serious Roger Moore film. Also, the musical score is terrible and is the worst in the whole franchise. The only positive aspects of this overrated film are the cast and the fantastic theme song by Tina Turner. Pierce Brosnan was a great Bond. But this is one of the worst Bond movies ever made.Though "Goldeneye" is frequently considered to be one of the best Bond films ever, it doesn't even make it into my Top 10. I think the only reason why the film is well regarded is because it was the first Bond film seen by an entire generation, and…
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Added Feb 21, 2017
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"Licence To Kill" is one of the best Bond films, and the most underrated. It's a shame that Timothy Dalton didn't make another film after this since his portrayal was the closest to the literary Bond. The film is actually better than all the Roger Moore AND Pierce Brosnan films. This is mainly because of it's emphasis on plot (Were the Moore films as original as this?) and it's darker and realistic tone (Remember the invisible car?). Overall, this is a great Bond flick and is in my top ten list of best Bond flicks, above the overrated bore that is Goldeneye. Please watch this film!"Licence To Kill" is one of the best Bond films, and the most underrated. It's a shame that Timothy Dalton didn't make another film after this since his portrayal was the closest to the literary Bond. The film is actually better than all the Roger…
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Added Feb 21, 2017
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"Sad Cypress" is a great Agatha Christie novel with an interesting premise. The characters are likeable and the build-up to the crime is great. Afterwards, Poirot does his regular investigating and continues his trend of keeping important facts to himself. The denouement is also interesting because the solution is revealed through witnesses testifying during court and Poirot later reveals how he solved the crime first. Overall, "Sad Cypress" is a good detective novel and holds up well when compared to Christie's better works."Sad Cypress" is a great Agatha Christie novel with an interesting premise. The characters are likeable and the build-up to the crime is great. Afterwards, Poirot does his regular investigating and continues his trend of keeping important facts to…
The Mysterious Affair at StylesThe Mysterious Affair at Styles, UnknownA Hercule Poirot Novel Mystery
by Christie, AgathaUnknown - 2006Unknown, 2006
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Added Nov 26, 2016
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This is a fairly decent introduction to everyone's favourite Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot. All the elements are already set in place. A dysfunctional family, death of of the leader of the household, and Poirot, who just happens to be there at the right moment. Hastings is an entertaining narrator and it's fun to watch Poirot use his little "grey cells" to solve the case. If you want to start reading Agathe Christie novels, this is the one to start with.This is a fairly decent introduction to everyone's favourite Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot. All the elements are already set in place. A dysfunctional family, death of of the leader of the household, and Poirot, who just happens to be there at…
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Added Nov 26, 2016
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This is one of my favourite Agathe Christie novels. Her masterpiece tells of ten people who have all killed being stalked by a killer. The tone is dark and bleak throughout the story, and the Ten Little Soldiers nursery rhyme is chilling when used as an analogy to the deaths of each person. The twist is super shocking and the ending ends off on a depressing note. A must read for all Christie fans.This is one of my favourite Agathe Christie novels. Her masterpiece tells of ten people who have all killed being stalked by a killer. The tone is dark and bleak throughout the story, and the Ten Little Soldiers nursery rhyme is chilling when used…
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Added Nov 26, 2016
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This is easily one of the best Agathe Christie books I've ever read. The characters are both sympathetic and full of alibis. This however, doesn't stop Poirot from solving the murder of a newly wed heiress. The twist is well written and the plot is one of the best Christie has ever written.This is easily one of the best Agathe Christie books I've ever read. The characters are both sympathetic and full of alibis. This however, doesn't stop Poirot from solving the murder of a newly wed heiress. The twist is well written and the plot is…
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Added Nov 26, 2016
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What starts out as an entertaining love story between the narrator and the love of his life ends off with a devastating murder and shocking reveal. Endless Night entertains straight from the start, though the murder takes place late in the story. However, the story is kind of lessened due to the fact that it recycles plot elements and twists from my two favourite Agathe Christie books: "The Murder Of Roger Ackroyd" and "Death On The Nile". Still, it's pretty good.What starts out as an entertaining love story between the narrator and the love of his life ends off with a devastating murder and shocking reveal. Endless Night entertains straight from the start, though the murder takes place late in the story.…
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Ages 13
The Murder on the LinksThe Murder on the Links, BookA Hercule Poirot Mystery
by Christie, AgathaBook - 2011Book, 2011
maspochni591's rating:
Added Nov 26, 2016
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I've always been an avid Agathe Christies reader and it all started with this book. Since this was the first I read, it holds a special place in my heart when it comes to Agathe Christie novels. The book is full of red herrings and twists, and the characters are some of Christie's most entertaining. Lastly, this novel is superior to it's predecessor (Poirot's first appearance) and on the same level as "Death On The Nile".I've always been an avid Agathe Christies reader and it all started with this book. Since this was the first I read, it holds a special place in my heart when it comes to Agathe Christie novels. The book is full of red herrings and twists, and the…
The Murder of Roger AckroydThe Murder of Roger Ackroyd, Book
by Christie, AgathaBook - 2011Book, 2011
maspochni591's rating:
Added Nov 26, 2016
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This is one of Agathe Christie's most famous and controversial novels. What starts out as a typical Poirot mystery ends with an unexpected and depressing ending. The characters are some of Christie's best and Poirot is as brilliant as ever. Every mystery lover should read this book. Just don't think that you can figure out who the killer is.This is one of Agathe Christie's most famous and controversial novels. What starts out as a typical Poirot mystery ends with an unexpected and depressing ending. The characters are some of Christie's best and Poirot is as brilliant as ever. Every…
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Ages 12
maspochni591's rating:
Added Nov 26, 2016
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This is easily one of the best, and most shocking Agathe Christie books. The identity of the killer is super surprising and pretty disturbing. Crooked House is a must read for any Agathe Christie fan.
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