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A Hong Kong movie for the people of Hong Kong, it's been a while since the last time I've seen something like this. And the result shows. A testament that movies should be based on quality and not for the wider market only then can you create something that truly transcends to everyone. The Last Dance delves into an ancient tradition of the Canton people, and looks at how something like this affects the society of today. And by looking at the deceased, can we truly appreciate the living. A wonderfully created, dynamic film that has more to do with emotions, families than the topic itself and the box office is its best testament. Perhaps more impressive is the immaculate cinematography, it's so picturesque yet soaked in tradition and culture.

Such a heartwarming story to revisit after all these years. Matt Damon's acting shines through the film in this family tear jerker that has everything you would want in a film like this one. Behind the story of a family who purchases a zoo to restart their life, the story is much more about courage, the courage to act, the courage for adventures and the courage to make changes in one's life. It's just such a great Dad film that adds an extra layer for myself, and adds an entirely different perspective from when I watched it as a teenager. Just an overall great movie for the kids and adults alike.

The 1996 101 Dalmatians has its moments. It has a romantic backdrop with pleasant characters and one of cinema's most iconic and memorable villain of all time. This character dynamic works fine, but the majority of the film feels like a Home Alone movie. The dogs alone simply could not take on the entire load of the film, and the momentum fizzles out as the movie progresses. The abundance of slapstick scenes cheapens what the film represents, a love story between people and dogs. The cast, from the protagonist, to Cruella, and the two dummies however are flawless and as a whole much more memorable than the dogs.