Kabuki Waq
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saw A Prophet today.
Man SO AWESOME. loved every seccond. The pay off was great.
Man SO AWESOME. loved every seccond. The pay off was great.
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Steppenwolf
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Watched The Wicker Man (2006) yesterday. What the fuck was that? God awful movie yet it had some very enjoyable (unintentional hilarious?) moments.
That movie is just perfect to watch with your friends when you want to laugh at something that is so bad that it starts to get good again.
I really hated that one. Felt so static and boring. I guess british films of that era are just not my cup of tea. Something about them always rubs me the wrong way. I never can connect with any of the characters or the story.
That movie is just perfect to watch with your friends when you want to laugh at something that is so bad that it starts to get good again.
DanielPlainview said:
I really hated that one. Felt so static and boring. I guess british films of that era are just not my cup of tea. Something about them always rubs me the wrong way. I never can connect with any of the characters or the story.
brianjones
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dont really have anything to add that probably isnt on a boxart somewhere.. was cool, humorous, stylish, fun, etc.
harSon said:
I kinda liked the scene. It was hard to watch but they wanted to make it sexy and romantic at the same time (
and now these two really know each other inside out :lol
Also the ending reminded me of "Brazil".
Still great.
Easystride
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Just saw 2001: A Space Odyssey for the first time, and I loved it. It was great to finally see the source of all those references in shows like Futurama, Simpsons, and Recess. I was worried because I read many opinions stating that the movie is very boring, but my worries were unfounded.
Next up is Blade Runner. What version would be best for a first time viewer? Is the one on netflix streaming a good version, or should I have the disc sent out? I don't want to make the same mistake I made with Apocalypse Now.
Next up is Blade Runner. What version would be best for a first time viewer? Is the one on netflix streaming a good version, or should I have the disc sent out? I don't want to make the same mistake I made with Apocalypse Now.
Hey I was just talking about Breathless the other day on here.brianjones said:
dont really have anything to add that probably isnt on a boxart somewhere.. was cool, humorous, stylish, fun, etc.
Anyway just watched Tekken:
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It probably goes without saying but it was awful. I came in with really low expectations and somehow still came away pissed off. The storyline is an awfully mashed up and diluted. The dialogue is some of the worst I've ever heard in a film made in recent years. And the action was predictable, boring, and horrible choreographed. I was hoping for some cheesy flashy action to at least keep me entertained, but I grew tired and disinterested within ten minutes of its 90 time-frame. Overall I'd give it 2/10. The movie has absolutely nothing going for it besides Christy's asscrack:
I recently watch Predator after enjoying the new on in theaters. It had been a long time since I had seen it, I didn't think much of it but good god it was awesome. The single most macho and badass movie I have seen, bar none. Jessie Ventura was my favorite character, the "goddamn sexual tyrannosaurus" line was amazing, probably the greatest film quote of all time. On that note, I would like my screen name changed to GoddamnSexualTyrannosaurus please.
ChoklitReign
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Glad you liked 2001. It's a love it or hate it kind of movie. I still hate a lot of good movies because I thought they were boring. Regarding Blade Runner, skip the theatrical cut on Netflix and watch the final cut.Easystride said:
Danne-Danger
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I always thought that movie had a pretty jarring turn in the middle, after heLiara T'Soni said:
solves the murder
Final Cut, no question. I'd also advise you to not see the other ones since you'll start noticing the things they fixed. But at the same time it's pretty interesting to see the International Cut (with narration) after you've seen the definitive version.Easystride said:
Jason's Ultimatum
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Fallen. What a straaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaange movie.
CharminUltra
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I saw The Village last night and I gotta say.... I liked it! 
It's nothing special, but I enjoyed it, most def. not the worst movie ever like some people say.
It's nothing special, but I enjoyed it, most def. not the worst movie ever like some people say.BobsRevenge
I do not avoid women, GAF, but I do deny them my essence.
The Men Who Stare At Goats, which was far better than I was led to believe. I thought it was really good.
edit: Also, interestingly enough my company a decade and a half ago did work on remote viewing for the government.
edit: Also, interestingly enough my company a decade and a half ago did work on remote viewing for the government.
brandonh83
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ridley182 said:I saw The Village last night and I gotta say.... I liked it!
It's great and grows on you with repeat viewings. I hated it when I first saw it because the marketing led me to believe it was going to be another good Night thriller like The Sixth Sense or Signs but set in a wooded atmosphere so my hype was through the roof. However, when you see it for what it is, it's a pretty excellent film in its own right. I just think it was advertised wrong. It still had a few suspenseful scenes but overall its more of a beautifully unique love story with incredible music and cinematography.
ChubbyHuggs
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Watched Clash Of The Titans last night. I thought it was a decent action movie all in all.
I have plans to watch Ip Man and Gangster Rock later on tonight.
Maybe re-watch, Hello Schoolgirl.
I have plans to watch Ip Man and Gangster Rock later on tonight.
Maybe re-watch, Hello Schoolgirl.
Just watched 'The Ghost Writer'
Great film. Didn't even realize it was a Polanski flick and that
as he could not shoot stateside.
One of the best performances in Ewan's career.
Great intrigue also, though I think the author of the book from which the film is based being a disillusioned Blair-ite over the issue of the Iraq war specifically may have tainted the tone of the film. The final act introduces the ever so subtle
motif that I could see coming from a mile away. It would have been far more interesting it wasn't that pedestrian.
Great film. Didn't even realize it was a Polanski flick and that
Germany was used to stand in for the US and Martha's Vineyard
One of the best performances in Ewan's career.
Great intrigue also, though I think the author of the book from which the film is based being a disillusioned Blair-ite over the issue of the Iraq war specifically may have tainted the tone of the film. The final act introduces the ever so subtle
blame the CIA
VeryGooster
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Just watched Kick-Ass. Enjoyed it from the beginning, then somewhere along the way I just completely lost interest to the point that not even an eleven-year-old girl stabbing and shooting grown men did anything for me. Meh.
This one song "WE ARE YOUNG! WE ARE STRONG!" is kind of catchy though.
This one song "WE ARE YOUNG! WE ARE STRONG!" is kind of catchy though.
Net_Wrecker
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Before Sunrise (1995)
Before Sunset (2004)
Really well directed, and well written films. The flow of the conversations was really convincing, and the long steady cam shots were expertly handled. I'm not usually into pure romance films, but these were good.
True Romance Director's Cut (1993): Speaking of romance
I'm shocked I hadn't seen this one yet. It really feels like a Tarantino piece which is no surprise since he wrote it, and it pulled no punches. Loved it, and am VERY interested in tracking down the fanmade "Tarantino Cut."
Before Sunset (2004)
Really well directed, and well written films. The flow of the conversations was really convincing, and the long steady cam shots were expertly handled. I'm not usually into pure romance films, but these were good.
True Romance Director's Cut (1993): Speaking of romance
I'm shocked I hadn't seen this one yet. It really feels like a Tarantino piece which is no surprise since he wrote it, and it pulled no punches. Loved it, and am VERY interested in tracking down the fanmade "Tarantino Cut."Net_Wrecker said:Before Sunrise (1995)
Before Sunset (2004)
Really well directed, and written films. The flow of the conversations was really convincing, and the long steady cam shots were expertly handled. I'm not usually into pure romance films, but these were good.
True Romance Director's Cut (1993): Speaking of romance
You should definitely watch True Romance: The Quentin Tarantino Cut. The story is taken out of chronological order like it was intended to be, 10 out of the 11 deleted scenes are spliced into the story, and some scenes were deleted completely. It basically realizes Tarantino's original vision according to his screenplay.
It's surprisingly well done for a fan edit, I recommended whole heartedly.
revolverjgw
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Miracle Mile, been on a post-apocalyptic kick. Kind of different than what I expected going in, much more manic and comic. I liked the slightly surreal atmosphere with the outrageous characters, sleepy 80's city and the Tangerine Dream music.
It's a weird movie that I was thinking was too eclectic to make the sort of impact on me I expected, until the final scene which I'm sure will prove itself unforgettable. A kaleidoscope of emotions, man. I don't even know if the weirdness leading up to it made it more or less powerful.
It's a weird movie that I was thinking was too eclectic to make the sort of impact on me I expected, until the final scene which I'm sure will prove itself unforgettable. A kaleidoscope of emotions, man. I don't even know if the weirdness leading up to it made it more or less powerful.
ChubbyHuggs
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Net_Wrecker said:True Romance Director's Cut (1993)[/B]: Speaking of romance
Watched this just to see Gary Oldman. Really good movie though.
Scythian Empire
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Just watched Rushmore this evening.
I forgot how much I loved it.
I forgot how much I loved it.
Easystride
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Just watched Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. I love Paul Newman. If you have netflix, and you haven't seen this movie, put it in your instant queue now!
rainking187
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I just saw The American Astronaut. What a bizzare movie. Good though.
I watched two comedies in the past week:
The Apartment, which was terrific and has aged tremendously well. Billy Wilder was a fantastic writer/director and someone who I could say was ahead of his time.
Secondly, I watched the Graduate. Wasn't impressed and it has aged quite bad.I honestly felt the movie didn't go anywhere and the final scene was laughably bad.
The Apartment, which was terrific and has aged tremendously well. Billy Wilder was a fantastic writer/director and someone who I could say was ahead of his time.
Secondly, I watched the Graduate. Wasn't impressed and it has aged quite bad.I honestly felt the movie didn't go anywhere and the final scene was laughably bad.
Snowman Prophet of Doom
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GAF, I'm considering a blind buy of the Apu trilogy off of eBay. For those who have seen my film tastes: yes/no?
Blader5489 said:
was actually refering to the climax at the church, which for me shifted the tone from satirical to slapstick.
Also, I don't see the point why Hoffman's character instantly falls for Mrs. Robinson's daughter who neither has personality or charm, unlike her mother. It just seems very cookie cutter to me.
Also, I don't see the point why Hoffman's character instantly falls for Mrs. Robinson's daughter who neither has personality or charm, unlike her mother. It just seems very cookie cutter to me.
Expendable.
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Snowman Prophet of Doom said:
I've seen two of them. Extremely slow, but definitely worth watching.
dmshaposv said:
Oh wow. I just watched this a month ago and got so much out of it and thought it aged perfectly. I guess since I'm a recent graduate it spoke to me more.
bumbillbee
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Le Plaisir
My third Ophuls, and although I liked La Ronde and Madame de... more, this was great too. I didn't like the third story as much as the other two, but the second part especially was just sublime. I really should check out some of his earlier films (and Lola Montès, which should be orgasmic in color).
My third Ophuls, and although I liked La Ronde and Madame de... more, this was great too. I didn't like the third story as much as the other two, but the second part especially was just sublime. I really should check out some of his earlier films (and Lola Montès, which should be orgasmic in color).
CajoleJuice
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I never knew about this. Definitely want to check it out. It's still not Tarantino's original vision if it still has that godawful fucking score, though.harSon said:
Snowman Prophet of Doom said:
If you're a fan of slow films then I'd recommend that you do. Satyajit Ray is amazing.
Also, regarding Ray and ET: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Alien
CajoleJuice said:
You're indirectly hating on Malick's Badlands!
broadwayrock
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Snowman Prophet of Doom said:
Yes, its superb.
Try and get the UK Artificial Eye one that looks like this:
It has some great documentaries on it which are not available on the 'cheapo' asian ones and the transfer is better than another other versions. Also, you'll get it cheaper buying it from amazon marketplace than ebay.
The Road - I never really cared about the characters and nothing important really happened in the movie. It was good but got pretty boring. The cause of the disaster was never explained and the whole world was generally uninteresting. Its a movie about a bunch of homeless people. I'm officially done with Post-Apocalyptic settings now.
The Mist - I really enjoyed this movie. The ending was totally awesome. Now I see why Stephen King was jealous that he never thought of this ending.
The Mist - I really enjoyed this movie. The ending was totally awesome. Now I see why Stephen King was jealous that he never thought of this ending.
Flying_Phoenix
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Neon Genesis Evangelion : You Are Not Alone
The film is what it is. It's essentially the the first third of the Evangelion series that cuts the excess filler fat to create one film. Despite my love for animation I left the anime scene due to the fact that beside Studio Ghibli films and few exceptional series (Baccano!, possibly Monster) a vast majority of anime was just "low culture" media. I love the premise and atmosphere, it's just that too many of them are poorly written, directed, and are filled with too much fan service. I've decided to give this one a try and see how well Evangelion has held up.
Once again I love the premise and atmosphere, but I can't help but cringe at some of the writing and idiotic fan service. It's a shame too as I really love how it portrays different characters. Shinji is a boy who clearly has maniac depression, and as someone who has more or less went through that I can say that how he acts and thinks nails down it down to a T, probably because the shows creator had it while writing the show. Rei is similar but to a different manner, she accepts that she has no choice but to go through for the good of the community and that what she thinks has very little say. Unfortunately she pretty much loses all passion and emotion for most things, practically becoming a robot. I also just love the designs and artwork as well as how the series is more than meets the eye. But again the writing, directing, cinematography, etc., just isn't up to snuff.
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