Karen's Recommendation #5

Kingsman: The Secret Service (Movie)

By Karen Liong

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Summary:

Eggsy Unwin is a young man who spends his days getting into trouble. His father secretly worked as a spy for an organisation known as The Kinsgman. There he meets Harry Hart who recruits Eggsy as a trainee for the secret service. Together they attempt to stop the villainous Richmond Valentine from starting a worldwide killing spree.

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Who doesn’t love a good spy film!? Kingsman is a far more exaggerated and less serious than spy films like James Bond and puts a more modern twist on our young hero Eggsy. There’s a few explosions, death defying spy training, wit and laughter. Kingsman is delightfully fun. And with a stellar cast like Colin Firth and Samuel L. Jackson, did you expect any less? And somewhere between the fighting and the outrageous exploding heads, Kingsman manages to fit in fancy suits and adorable pugs.

If you are looking for an entertaining spy movie with far less intensity that James Bond and a not so hero like spy, then Kingsman is your type of movie. No matter the type of mood you’re in, Kingsman will draw you into its world of maniacal villains and classy spies.

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Rating: 8/10 

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Karen's Recommendation #4

Orphan Black (TV Series)

By Karen Liong

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Summary:

The show revolves around Sarah, a street-wise woman who spent her life being passed around in foster homes until she was taken in by Mrs. S and her foster brother felix. The story begins with Sarah witnessing the suicide of a woman, called Beth who looks exactly like her. From there, she decides to steal Beth's identity in an attempt to start a new life for herself and her daughter Kira. But as Sarah soon learns, Beth’s life was more complex than what she thought and somehow, Sarah finds herself caught in the middle of deadly organisation. Attempting to survive, Sarah, little by little uncovers more about who she is.

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Exciting & unique! Tatiana Maslany does an amazing job in portraying all the clones who have entirely distinct personalities. Orphan Black is a thrilling TV show that provides us with mystery, action and a few laughs from the creatively portrayed characters. Each episode always leaves you with a bit of a cliff-hanger, bringing you back for the next episode. The relationships between the characters and the clones are effortlessly portrayed and show deep friendships and sacrifices. In particular, my favourite clone would have to be Alison who attempts to keep her clone life (uncovering the truth about the clones) and her family life separate. Her actions and mannerisms and her reaction to dealing with situations brings a touch of comic relief to a thrilling show.

Would highly recommend if you are looking for a show with a bit of mystery and action but nothing too intense.

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Rating: 9/10

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