Weekend Bore
Netflix raised its monthly subscription fee again recently, so I feel like I need to get my money’s worth. That means binge-watching is a must, and weekends are the perfect time since that’s when I’m free. This darn streaming site keeps increasing prices despite having a pretty limited selection. Honestly, I’m only keeping the subscription to stay on the loop in this fast-paced world.
Anyway, I watched quite a few movies over the weekend because Netflix sent me notifications—they were already on my to-watch list.
Plot:
My Oxford Year is a romantic drama based on the novel of the same name. It follows Anna De La Vega, an ambitious American student who puts off a high-paying job to study Victorian poetry at Oxford University. There, she meets Jamie Davenport, a charming local who turns out to be her professor.
Despite an initial “enemies-to-lovers” vibe and an agreement to keep things casual, they fall deeply in love. But the tone of the film shifts when Anna discovers the real reason behind Jamie’s distant behavior: he has a rare and terminal form of cancer. From then on, the movie transitions from a lighthearted romance into an emotional tearjerker. Anna is faced with a tough decision—return to the U.S. to pursue her career or stay with Jamie during his final months. In the end, she stays, and the film follows their journey through his illness and eventual death. Anna ultimately honors Jamie's memory by living out her dreams, inspired by their time together.
Thoughts:
The film was okay. The beginning felt like a typical rom-com, nothing groundbreaking. But once the plot took that dramatic turn, it started giving off The Fault in Our Stars or Five Feet Apart vibes—the whole “we’re in love but someone is dying” formula, which made the ending feel pretty predictable. What really didn’t work for me was the lack of chemistry between the leads. Both actors are undeniably attractive, but Sofia Carson (who played Anna) had way better on-screen chemistry with Nicholas Galitzine in the 2022 film Purple Hearts. It’s not the sad ending—I just felt the whole dynamic between the characters was a miss.
Plot:
Untold is a psychological horror film that explores the dark consequences of ambition and moral compromise. It follows Vivian Vera, a well-known investigative journalist whose reputation is built on sensational exposes. However, much of her success stems from unethical behavior, including fabricating details about a brutal massacre to gain fame.
Years later, Vivian is assigned to interview a former security chief involved in that same massacre, recently released from prison. This assignment triggers a series of terrifying events. Vivian begins to suffer from hallucinations and is haunted by the ghosts of the massacre victims—disfigured and seemingly buried in concrete. The spirits begin to torment her, and people connected to her past lies start dying gruesome deaths.
The film delves into themes of fake news, self-deception, and the price of compromised ethics. As Vivian's sanity unravels, the full extent of her past transgressions is revealed, including another earlier and equally disturbing act of fabrication. Eventually, she must choose between exposing the truth and destroying her career or continuing to hide and risk being consumed by her guilt and torment. It’s a chilling mix of horror, thriller, and social commentary on journalistic integrity.
Thoughts:
This was a solid film. It had the eerie feel of a Japanese horror movie—dark, disturbing, and full of ambiguity. The cinematography was also impressive. The raw, gritty texture of the visuals matched the film’s unsettling tone perfectly. The storyline really messes with your mind, constantly blurring the line between reality and nightmare. The pacing was sharp, with unexpected twists that kept things interesting. If you’re easily scared, you might want to skip this one. But if you enjoy psychological horror with depth, it’s worth watching.
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Plot:
Also known as "84m²", the 2025 Korean psychological thriller "Wall to Wall" explores the dark side of homeownership and urban life in modern Korea. The film follows Woo-sung, a man who invests his entire life savings and takes on a massive loan to purchase a luxurious apartment in Seoul. However, his dream home quickly turns into a living nightmare when the real estate market plummets and he's tormented by relentless, unexplained noises from within his walls.
Thoughts:
The film's plot is refreshingly unique, drawing you in from the very beginning with its fast-paced, engaging narrative. Woo-sung's obsession with the mysterious sounds leads to a tense conflict with his neighbors and a desperate search for the truth. His mental and financial state unravels as he discovers the noise is not just a nuisance but is tied to a larger conspiracy involving a journalist, a corrupt resident, and the building's shoddy construction.
While the ending may leave some viewers wanting more, the journey is undeniably captivating. The film does a brilliant job of building suspense and keeping you hooked, despite the seemingly simple premise. The exceptional performances by the South Korean cast, who fully commit to their roles, elevate the story and make it a must-watch. Ultimately, "Wall to Wall" is a compelling exploration of greed, class disparity, and the psychological toll of crushing debt. Ⓕ
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