Rob Atkinson

Yeah that's fair. Certainly the two films I've seen her in most recently post Twilight have been great and in particular with this one, her nuances in reactions was outstanding.

Do it, you know you want to 😂

It's definitely a film that will stick with me for a bit. Kristen Stewart was great in this as well, just the small gestures to add extra inferences - excellent stuff.

Personal Shopper - 3.5 stars Bring Her Back - 4.5 stars

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Another two this week.

Personal Shopper - A ghost story for the modern age that deals with grief in a really effective way.

Bring Her Back - Another horror that deals with grief, but also abusive relationships and faulty childcare systems. This actively makes you squirm.

Well, I bloody loved this! Shot into my top three UK releases of the year so far! #FilmSky🎥

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#NowWatching Bring Her Back (2025) dir. Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou.

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A ghost story for the modern age and the impact that grief can impact you in your day to say lives. The twist towards the end can be seen from a mile off, but I don't see that as the point, so didn't hinder it too much. I tired a bit of the text conversations, but enough to frustrate me.

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2016 Film thread incoming!

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Book 35 - The Return by Dulce Maria Cardoso

Combining a coming of age story with a historical narrative of those living in Angola prior to independence coming back to Portugal. It shows a country in flux and those who have come back trying to deal with the situation.

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Yeah definitely! I wasn't far off the main river drag and came across a family run seafood restaurant, which was incredible!

Just love the crossroads that open to like four different places to eat/drink. Loved the place!

A francesinha - ham, steak and cheese in a sandwich with a fried egg on top with a beer and tomato sauce

Finally, happened to get a francesinha where Anthony Bourdain previously ate. It may not look appetising, but it was banging!

A fountain with a twin towered church. Flowerbeds next to and behind.

A church with an ornate doorway on the right

A tapestry that spans a wall with blue and white porcelain plates on a table in front

A fortified castle

Guimarães - the birthplace of Portugal. A really pretty city centre. Obviously had to go to the castle!

Sunset over a metal bridge (Dom Luis I bridge) and the river Douro

A green metalwork fountain with a church in the background

A couple of old sailing boats with the sun setting over a bridge and the city sprawling down a hill to the water's edge

Seafood rice

Porto is such a vibe! Absolutely adored this city!

I usually get up around 0630 and tend to read then and also on the commute (3 times a week). In the evenings, it really just depends. Some books I buddy read with people, so have a running discussion on what we've read. Overall, I'm pretty good at remembering what I've read to review appropriately.

Reading stats for the month of July

My reading stats for the month of July.

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Book 34 - Orbital by Samantha Harvey

A love letter to the world that we inhabit, from the vast beauty to the destructive forces. It tackles human nature and where do we call home and who is your family? This book is pure vibes however, so don't expect any sort of narrative in this.

A version of the US flag, but the stripes are in zig zaggy lines across

Book 33 - The Man in the High Castle by Philip K Dick

A book that focuses on what would happen if Nazi Germany and Japan had WW2. It's an ideas book, as you see the lives of people in a divided US deal with the regimes and politics. Struggled to latch onto characters in this.

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Book 32 - The Parable of the Talents by Octavia E Butler

This was a far more harrowing read than the Parable of the Sower, as it explores religion used a tool for politicians, to suppress any opposition. Still enthused with hope and resiliency, this Duology has become a favourite.

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The Sugarland Express - 3 stars Phantom of the Paradise - 4 stars

Happy #LetterboxdFriday

Just the two this week.

The Sugarland Express - Spielberg's directorial debut. Moments of things to come from the director, though the middle part lagged.

Phantom of the Paradise - This was a ton of fun! Phantom of the Opera meets Faust meets 70s Rock.

1974 Ranked! Going through as many films from a set year as possible and ranking them. This time it's 1974!

Well 1974 ended up being a pretty great year for the films I managed to watch. My ranking of which is below.

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1974 Ranked! boxd.it/K9ZSm

Caipirinha may now be my cocktail of choice. Mojito and Espresso Martini are the other two.

Travel day today and so I'm already halfway through Samantha Harvey's Orbital. Loving it so far!

Definitely covered LBJ when doing history at school, so would be good to revisit this period.

Thank you! A couple of these I haven't watched, so will be sure check them out!

Haha no worries! I'm looking forward to watching it! I watched the Limehouse Golem a while back, but really enjoyed it. Haven't watched LBJ and you can't go too wrong with Woody Harrelson!

Right next up for my film years is 2016.

Finally getting a chance to watch Moonlight and making sure I watch both Manchester By The Sea and Fences. My friend has convinced me to watch La La Land, but what else would you recommend from that year?

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If Hannah Hampton has no depth perception, my helpful suggestion for the men's team is that they poke one of Jordan Pickford's eyes out.

Back to back Euros and the first English team to win a football tournament outside of England. The number of times the women came back to get a result in the tournament, absolutely incredible!

This time tomorrow, I'll be on my way to the airport. This holiday could not have come soon enough!

A monster in a mask grabbing a woman to try and run away

Faust + Phantom of the Opera + 70s Rock all combine for a camp, kitsch film. Needless to say, I absolutely loved it! It's no Scarface or Carlito's Way, but tell me Brian de Palma doesn't have directorial range!

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Me throwing up a peace sign post run

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Out for a 5k this morning.

🎶 Heartworms - Glutton for Punishment 🎶

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