Extraction and Extraction 2. Netflix. I had watched the first movie when it came out but I watched again before the sequel. Both are heavy on action in the John Wick style - Chris Hemsworth's protagonist is a bit more of a worthy hero than Wick (an ex-assassin who kills other assassin because they killed his dog and stole his car). He starts as an elite mercenary with a death wish who rescues (extracts) hostages and moves into a redemptive arc with the 2nd movie - the ending to which was predictable about 30 minutes in but it was executed well. Definitely seems to be setting up a franchise after the last scene in the 2nd movie. There are some fantastic action scenes (one piece involving 2 helo gunships against a train is incredible) and if you like Wick-style movies you will like these. B+ for Extraction; A- for Extraction 2
Uncharted. Netflix. I like this video game series but I stayed away because of awful reviews. I actually thought it was a decent show possibly because I had such low expectations going into it. Holland and Wahlberg are good together and I got pulled in. I really enjoyed National Treasure and this had elements of that - just not as good. B-
I lost taste and smell for 9 months due to my first bout of Covid. I have found that several foods I used to eat taste slightly different. Some taste very different - such as garlic and cheese
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Roy Thomas addresses the issue
Fred says to Joe, "I found this pen, is it yours?"
Joe replies, "Don't know, give it here."
He then uses it and says "Yes, it is."
Fred asks, "How do you know?"
Joe replies, "That's my handwriting."
I'll do it - looks like they scored 3 touchdowns, a field goal and even a safety. The only blemish was a missed extra point. Rockies were destroyed.
Interesting side note: Last night Angel's performance would have been enough to also beat the Broncos in 15 of their games last lseason.