Rate The Last Movie You Saw [Archive] - Page 18

the samoan lawyer

01-07-14, 05:33 AM

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Werckmeister Harmonies

Another first for me in seeing a Bela Tarr film, at first i struggled to really get into it but i ended up really liking this. I read somewhere this was made in 39 shots? If so, I find that extrememly impressive. I loved the hospital scene and most of all the very last scene i found particulary moving. Superb.

8.5/10

ScarletLion

01-07-14, 10:48 AM

Before Sunrise.

Thought I'd get into this as the Trilogy has just been completed. Watched the first movie, and I'll give it a solid 7/10. I think at the time I would have given it a lot less if I thought it was a standalone production. But now I know there are 2 sequels, I can understand why the ending was as it was. 2 things stood out:

1) The willingness of the director to give the actors a bit of license. The long scene done in one take on the Tram was very well done. In movies like these, when actors talk over each other, and it doesn't detract from the scene it's a good sign.
2) The script. To make a film like this with such limited plot needs a really tight script. And it was.

Pussy Galore

01-07-14, 12:06 PM

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Donnie Darko

The hell did I just watch?

Rating: N/A

It was my reaction the 1st time I watched it. Now it's my third favorite film so you should revisit it

honeykid

01-07-14, 12:10 PM

Jetboogieman

01-07-14, 12:43 PM

Saw desolation of Smaug the other day.

I have to say, I was thoroughly disappointed.

This whole hobbit thing is turning into the Star Wars prequels all over again.

McConnaughay

01-07-14, 12:46 PM

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Donnie Darko

The hell did I just watch?

Rating: N/A
I think that you just watched one of the greatest movies of all-time, myself. Similar to PG, the movie finds itself somewhere in my top-three. (The list that is on this account isn't up to date.

Cobpyth

01-07-14, 01:34 PM

It was a standalone film. That's just one of the reasons it was brilliant.

I agree.
I really like the trilogy and all, but if Before Sunrise was a stand-alone film (like it was before they made the two sequels), the ending would probably have an even stronger effect.

cricket

01-07-14, 01:51 PM

Blade Runner 7.5/10

I loved the concept, atmosphere, and characters; it really is a very well made film. Slow paced Sci-Fi is not for me, but I think I enjoyed it as much as I could.

MFMT82

01-07-14, 03:29 PM

Colombiana 3

I don't like this kind of movies but this one is definetely interesting

McConnaughay

01-07-14, 05:27 PM

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The movie was an absolute trip as far as cinematography goes, at least for the first forty or so minutes, afterward, it began becoming incoherent and clumsy with a lot of its storytelling. The movie is about a detective who seeks help from a retired officer with schizophrenia. They set everything in motion and because of the remoteness and bizarre scenes, you really do feel as confused and bewildered as you'd expect to feel while watching the inner-working of a man with schizophrenia. I can't say entirely for sure whether or not it's an accurate portrayal, but considering that they don't spell-out that he has schizophrenia, I feel like they were free to take any type of creative liberty that they wanted. I also had to watch the movie with sub-titles which isn't something that I usually enjoy doing, however, I found that it sort-of added to the second-hand feeling of everything, as if it made it an even larger unknown than before, if that makes sense.

However, under the weight of its eccentricities and uniqueness, the story begins to crumble within the second-half. The movie becomes allover the place and too far gone for its own good. Thankfully, the last thirty minutes begin to get back on track, although, it's unable to do the beginning justice. I did appreciate the very end, however. If only for audacity and spectacle. Ultimately, the movie was ambitious, had a lot going for it in-terms of concept, however, had too much chaos, incoherency, ridiculousness, and audacity to function properly. I don't regret watching it on concept alone, but I didn't love it. This was the first movie that I watched out of the ten movies I picked, because it's one of the two movies that is sub-titled and I wanted to get them out of the way. Why not simply skip them? I am always looked for another sub-titled flick that I adore as much as Oldboy, or even enjoy as much as TimeCrimes or Let the Right One In.

Mad Detective (2007) - Finished - 6.0/10.0

Y Tu Mamá También (2001)
Nobody Knows (2004)
Me and You and Everyone We Know (2005)
Fish Tank (2009)
The Other Woman (2009)
The Killer Inside Me (2010)
The Angels’ Share (2012)
Sightseers (2012)
Ain’t Them Bodies Saints (2013)

Sedai

01-07-14, 05:40 PM

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Donnie Darko

The hell did I just watch?

Rating: N/A

A pretty great little film. It's basically a time travel story that plays with the ideas in The Last Temptation of Christ (which Donnie goes to see with his GF as part of a double feature with Evil Dead). Sort of a twist on it, in that Donnie is about to die, sees into the future (which is in essence, time travel in itself), which is presented as sort of a tangent universe, and then chooses to sacrifice himself to save everyone. Along with the clues at the cinema in the film, Noah Wiley's character discusses God's Path etc. with Donnie, until he has to shut Donnie down for fear of losing his job.

Everyone in the tangent universe is either manipulated living or manipulated dead, all gravitating towards Donnie. This is the explanation for everyone acting really weird in various scenes; they are sort of being manipulated by universal (perhaps divine) forces.

It is also sort of a weird Superhero flick in some ways. Great tone and atmosphere, and an excellent score sort of carry the viewer through the films flaws, of which it has a few.

-KhaN-

01-07-14, 06:10 PM

X-Man:Origins...Well this is 2nd time I watch it,first time when it was brand new and today,it is raining whole day and it was on TV so yea...

First of all,story was bad,acting was mehhh,atmosphere was horrible,I was thinking about other movies while watching this cra*.I don't need to know how Logan got his clothes,why would I want to know that?Or here is an idea if you want to do it,don't make it so boring,also is he Superman in this movie or what?Because I don't think bullets should be bouncing off,I mean he ain't Robocop.And that scene when his,you know who dies in the woods,so bad scene,I didn't give fu*k about that person,why should I,we knew nothing about here and we didn't even saw her die,I mean she didn't even try to escape...Dialog is WTF,a kid could write it better...And we can talk about what they did to Deadpool for years,how can someone say "yea that is smart let's do it"?...If you are fan of Wolverine and good movies,avoid this one...

VERDICT-4-10...

Lucas

01-07-14, 06:55 PM

Antichrist

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What did I just watch haha? I give it a 3.5 cause I've never seen anything like this before.Movie is at times beautiful and at others absolutely sickening. There's a certain scene thats on a whole nother' level of messed up.

Sane

01-07-14, 07:00 PM

AF.

01-07-14, 09:23 PM

A pretty great little film. It's basically a time travel story that plays with the ideas in The Last Temptation of Christ (which Donnie goes to see with his GF as part of a double feature with Evil Dead). Sort of a twist on it, in that Donnie is about to die, sees into the future (which is in essence, time travel in itself), which is presented as sort of a tangent universe, and then chooses to sacrifice himself to save everyone. Along with the clues at the cinema in the film, Noah Wiley's character discusses God's Path etc. with Donnie, until he has to shut Donnie down for fear of losing his job.

Everyone in the tangent universe is either manipulated living or manipulated dead, all gravitating towards Donnie. This is the explanation for everyone acting really weird in various scenes; they are sort of being manipulated by universal (perhaps divine) forces.

It is also sort of a weird Superhero flick in some ways. Great tone and atmosphere, and an excellent score sort of carry the viewer through the films flaws, of which it has a few.

Thanks for this little summation. I'm still unsure what to make of the movie hence why I didn't post a rating. Part of me definitely did like the film though another part of me is frustrated because I had something totally different built up in my mind of what the film would be about. I definitely do think it's one of those films that takes mulitiple viewings to fully understand and appreciate the film.

AF.

01-07-14, 09:31 PM

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The Five Year Engagement

Not a bad film at all. Emily Blunt was one of the main reasons why I watched this, and it also helped having Alison Brie. Two very hot ladies. Story was OK, a few laugh out loud moments which is what you would expect with a movie as such as this. Thought it would have been better if it was a little shorter, the movie was just over 2 hours long and I feel that's much too long for a movie of this genre.

7/10

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Lost in Translation

Having heard very mixed opinions on this movie I decided to watch it. It was okay for me. The movie wasn't groundbreaking nor was it engaging, it was an easy watch though I couldn't help but feel bored throughout. I understood the theme of the movie and I can also see why people consider this a great movie though it just didn't resonate with me. Scarlett and Murray were great though, and had a great on-screen chemistry with one another. Overall a decent movie, I probably won't ever go back to it though.

6/10

McConnaughay

01-07-14, 09:57 PM

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This movie is a lot more of what I was expecting whenever I whipped up this little list of movies to watch. Mad Detective had ambition, but only provided minimal entertainment value when the audacity and novelty of it was lost. Sightseers was a lot of fun, and about what I wanted to see. At first, I thought that the movie's humor would entirely be based upon the awkward tweaks and quirks of a mundane couple interested in boring things like visiting the Pencil Museum, and things like that. However, I am happy to say that while it certainly maintained the awkwardness as the movie progressed, it took a very grisly turn.

The camera-work and overall look of the movie had me thinking "Safety Not Guaranteed" a lot of the time, and I can't particularly articulate the reason why. Safety Not Guaranteed was also a very fun, albeit awkward movie to experience in itself. Ultimately, Sightseers was a refreshing film with two enjoyable characters, and a story excelled by its own entertainment value. What it's missing in-terms of heart and emotion, it makes up for in its own way with uniqueness and charm. :cool:

Mad Detective (2007) - Finished - 6.0/10.0

Y Tu Mamá También (2001)

Nobody Knows (2004)
Me and You and Everyone We Know (2005)
Fish Tank (2009)
The Other Woman (2009)
The Killer Inside Me (2010)
The Angels’ Share (2012)
Sightseers (2012) - Finished - 7.4/10.0

Ain’t Them Bodies Saints (2013)

Matteo

01-08-14, 12:09 AM

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Often considered to the figurehead of the Iranian New Wave, this is a very honest and interesting tale. However, it was a severely distracting viewing on my behalf, as I found myself constantly pausing and playing. On top of that, the actual quality of the copy I was watching was substandard at best. So you could say I did not get a lot out of this film. Some short praises goes immediately to its photography, as the film pursues a very verisimilitude authentic style. The acting was a bit choppy and downright silly at times, though, and I think it is imperative that one needs to have a slight understanding of Iranian culture and society (to a degree) or else its story can come across as highly exaggerated and a bit doltish. Unfortunately, it was the latter for me.

AF.

01-08-14, 02:16 AM

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Fruitvale Station

Really gripping drama that focuses on the life of Oscar Grant, a man who is wrongly killed by police in an incident at the Fruitvale Station. Thought this was a great movie that tugged at all the right strings. It felt very realistic in the way in which each character was presented. There were moments that had the feel good vibe, but the whole way through you know it's all going to end badly, and the movie did a good job with the way they handled the incident and its re-enactment. Good acting all around too, especially from Michael B. Jordan, who is a solid young actor with a bright future.

8/10

MovieBuffering

01-08-14, 02:27 AM

^
Fruitvale Station was a very solid movie. I really enjoyed it. I'd be interested to see what the director, Ryan Coogler, will do next. Dude is like in his mid 20s, so much talent. His story is fascinating you should read up on him. Be interested to see if he stays in a true story comfort zone lane or if he will spread his wings. Incredible first movie for sure.

MovieBuffering

01-08-14, 02:43 AM

But what I came here for was movie I just watched Frozen

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Well, I was pleasantly surprised by this flick. I saw the trailers and thought it looked really silly and the snowman in the commercials really annoyed me. Damn was I wrong, the snowman was one of the best parts of the movie, he never really got cheesy at all which is what I thought he would be. I know it might be blasphemy to rank this up there with Aladdin, Lion King, Toy Story belonging to my age bracket (mid 20s) but it was really good. If I were 10 or so it would be a classic to me when I get older, like those films were to me now. It falls into more of the Aladdin and Lion King category, disney of the 90s before Pixar.

I gave it a chance because word of mouth on it was so strong. The first 20 minutes or so I was like what the hell am I watching? It was really sappy and generic, but after that the characters they introduce bring a life and a voice all it's own. Plus they poke fun of the first 20 minutes or so which was great. There are a lot of songs in it, its a musical, at first it was distracting, song every 2 minutes or so, but they start spreading them out and they are good songs.

Really great ending and the story turned out to be fantastic. The characters are actually pretty complex (well complex for a kid's movie) and the themes are honestly outstanding. It's just fun Disney animation that beckoned back to my childhood it was alot of fun. If you have kids I definitely recommend going to see it. Even if not get it a shot. I love a smart animation.

I'd give it 4.5 out of 5. I really enjoyed it.

Mmmm Donuts

01-08-14, 03:00 AM

Wow, sounds like people are really enjoying this movie. I better add it to the list.

Pussy Galore

01-08-14, 03:35 AM

Blow Out (1981) 53.5
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A great surprise, I absolutely loved it ! It's the best De Palma I've seen so far (the other two being Scarface and The Untouchables). It reminded me a lot of the Coppola movie The Conversation in a way that the main character starts to being a little paranoid and that they're both right about it. Also both movies use a lot of sound recording device. I'd say it's a artsy action thriller. I absolutely loved the shot where, at the end, De Palma made a very drastic cut from the murder to a beautiful snowy landscape with Travolta listening to the recordings he had.

The Color Purple (1985) 52.5
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It's a really good film that show's us an other side of the afro American situation in the early 1900's. Non only it was hard to be black, but how hard it was to be a women. I loved the scene where Oprah Winfray's character basically knock out punch a white man who is being racist. It shows that in such regimes if you decide to stick for your values and just reciprocate to a slap you might have a terrible life for it ..

ScarletLion

01-08-14, 06:00 AM

It was a standalone film. That's just one of the reasons it was brilliant.

Well yeah, I know it WAS, But it's not now. Which is why my perceptions of it, and the other 2 would probably differ now than if I watched them at time of release.

I watched the second in the trilogy last night. Before Sunset. And I think if I had been watching them at the time I would have been absolutely "hooked" and enveloped in the story. They're still a very good watch. The second is much the same as the first. Well directed, free flowing tight but workable script. The ending was again brilliant. It almost ended mid-sentence. But it just works fabulously.

jiraffejustin

01-08-14, 06:22 AM

Watched Stripes last night. You know, Bill Murray joins the Army. Rating: Funny, enjoyable, good. Might make 80s list.

BlueLion

01-08-14, 10:43 AM

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American Hustle (2013) - 4

Flawed. Stylish. Great music. Confusing. Pretty good.

Deadite

01-08-14, 10:53 AM

Trigun: Badlands Rumble, a fun and funny steampunkish space western featuring lovable rogue Vash. Decent story, cool action with plenty of humor, a bit too sappy in a few parts but overall I had a good time. 7/10

Gideon58

01-08-14, 11:07 AM

LAKEVIEW TERRACE...A muddled and aggravating suburban thriller that takes too long to get to its point, despite a powerhouse performance from Samuel L. Jackson...5/10.

Lucas

01-08-14, 06:33 PM

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3.5. Good film although the weakest from PTA. Very good effort for a directorial debut though, you can see traces of this movie in his later works including Magnolia and even There will be Blood. Father/son relationships and unhappy human-beings are a recurring motif in his movies i have noticed.

The Gunslinger45

01-08-14, 06:41 PM

cricket

01-08-14, 07:32 PM

Dog Soldiers 7/10

Very good werewolf movie.

RepentantSky

01-08-14, 07:36 PM

How to Train your Dragon 4.8/5. This movie loses .2 points for having most of it major characters representing high school stereotypes of today and for having what looked to me, as lower visual prominence during what was supposed to be it's visual Climax (AKA Hiccup and Astrid riding on toothless, looked cheaper than the rest of the film). Other than those two things which are just barely above me nitpicking, I love the movie. The animation is great, the characters are fun and contrast well, the story, while not accurate to the books is fitted to be a very good kids film and it was just really enjoyable.

MovieBuffering

01-08-14, 09:36 PM

Not blasphemy at all, I feel the same way about this movie!

Phew! Well if you are in the same age bracket. lol. The end was really unexpected, thought it would follow the same formula per usually but really good surprise. The supporting characters were really good as well, usually that's where a movie can fall apart.

Daniel M

01-08-14, 09:54 PM

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Watched it twice. Fantastic film and doubt anything from 2013 will top it.

4.5

The Gunslinger45

01-08-14, 10:04 PM

Liking the love Wolf of Wall Street is getting.

RepentantSky

01-09-14, 12:02 AM

eMilee

01-09-14, 02:04 AM

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Matteo

01-09-14, 02:06 AM

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Why is this a film so overlooked? This is pure excellence. A satirical (and often absurdist) take on the conceited, vain, and supercilious nature of the isolated upper-class communes and their delirious views on the world. But perhaps more than that, at its core, it is a warm and beautiful depiction of finding friendship in the most unlikely of places. What impressed me most about this film was its impeccably written script - it adopts the Baba Yaga folktale as a springboard to tell a very intriguing, often farcical tale about class disparity. It has a lot of far-fetched moments, perhaps to the point of distraction, but once one understands it is a contemporary interpretation of a folktale, it starts to make a bit of sense.

This was one of Sam Rockwell's earliest lead performances and he is brilliant, as is the young Mischa Barton (whom I loved in The OC, admittedly one of my guilty pleasures as a teenager). This is an often daring, intrepid and unconventional piece that deserves much more recognition. It's not for everyone (as some of the content may be a bit disparaging or awkward) but anybody who enjoys a bit of odd, outre cinema that pushes the boundaries should definitely seek this. It slightly reminded me of a Todd Solondz film, albeit less cynical and overt.

eMilee

01-09-14, 02:07 AM

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Omg I LOOOOOVEED this movie!! It made me realize Hollywood DOES have orginal story ideas in production instead of damn sequels and trash.

MovieBuffering

01-09-14, 02:33 AM

Omg I LOOOOOVEED this movie!! It made me realize Hollywood DOES have orginal story ideas in production instead of damn sequels and trash.

Not trying to burst your bubble or anything but you do realize it was roughly adapted from what happen in the 70s from the ABSCAM stings. So it's not truly an original story. It's a fictionalized version of a true story.

With that being said it was a very good movie.

the samoan lawyer

01-09-14, 04:49 AM

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Children of Heaven

Delightful little story that evolves around a missing pair of shoes. Superb acting from the 2 main children in the film.

7.5/10

Gabrielle947

01-09-14, 07:10 AM

Five Easy Pieces (1970) - despite being slow and a bit plotless,it is quite good,well-acted film.I got the idea what it is about and it is a good character study yet it's either inconsistent or requires multiple viewings to understand every scene.I'd say,it has its good moments but it seemed a bit messy(maybe that was the point),probably wouldn't watch again. 3

BlueLion

01-09-14, 07:33 AM

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Fruitvale Station (2013) - 3.5

Matteo

01-09-14, 07:52 AM

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Simplicity is sometimes best in filmmaking. This is a remarkably restrained and gentle film. It is sentimental but not in your typically schmaltzy and cloying way. It was just a seamless, almost indescribable viewing for me, telling the most customary of stories in a very effortless manner. Consider this to be added to my favourites, which has become a rarity as of late. Simply brilliant.

cricket

01-09-14, 10:17 AM

Deadite

01-09-14, 10:25 AM

It's a meandering movie, I agree, but I feel that reflects the guy's lifestyle. I'm not sure what to make of some scenes, myself, but I'm okay with that. Maybe it's ambivalence of the characters or maybe I missed the point at times. I was interested enough throughout so that the stand-out scenes like the piano scene really felt like icing on cake to me, and the "chicken salad" scene is a classic.

Nostromo87

01-09-14, 10:29 AM

movie gave me some great laughs, & at the same time helped put things in perspective, strangely. el Duderino is just cool like that

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the scene where walter gives his eulogy about donnie and it devolves into another vietnam rant and then he dumps the ashes, especially cracked me up

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the Big Lebowski

4.5+ (9.5/10)

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cricket

01-09-14, 11:13 AM

Eaten Alive 5/10

Ok, but not as good as Cannibal Ferox

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GeorgeGook

01-09-14, 12:48 PM

Watched the Worlds End last night. Was really looking forward to it as i loved Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, and saw people saying it was better than Hot Fuzz.

However, i was extremely disappointed with it and found it the worst of the Cornetto Trilogy. Was really disappointed with the character Nick Frost played, Andy, as for me his character was far too serious. In both Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz he played the fool and really made me laugh, however i can't think of anything which was half as funny in this film.

Also i found Simon Pegg really irritating as Gary King and nowhere near as lovable as Shaun or Nicholas. Massive let down for me.

6/10.

Gabrielle947

01-09-14, 03:35 PM

I'm not sure what to make of some scenes, myself, but I'm okay with that. Maybe it's ambivalence of the characters or maybe I missed the point at times. I was interested enough throughout so that the stand-out scenes like the piano scene really felt like icing on cake to me, and the "chicken salad" scene is a classic.
pretty much how I felt :))

RepentantSky

01-09-14, 03:35 PM

Miss Vicky

01-09-14, 03:45 PM

Despicable Me 2, 5/5. I wouldn't say it's a perfect movie even though I'm giving it a perfect score, but the things I could complain about are so minor and so easily beaten by everything that's good about the movie, that there really isn't any room to rate it lower.

Hmm. I thought Despicable Me 2 was a decent movie, but far from great and nowhere near being as good as Despicable Me. I'd give it a 3.5 at best.

BlueLion

01-09-14, 03:55 PM

I rated Despicable Me 2 2.5. I'd rate it even lower if it weren't for the minions.

eMilee

01-09-14, 04:14 PM

Not trying to burst your bubble or anything but you do realize it was roughly adapted from what happen in the 70s from the ABSCAM stings. So it's not truly an original story. It's a fictionalized version of a true story.

With that being said it was a very good movie.

I did realize that. I'm just over Hollywood doing remakes and endless sequels

Cobpyth

01-09-14, 04:58 PM

The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)

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YES! YES! YES! Scorsese is still the coolest film maker alive.

I posted my review in my own topic, but my rating is:

4.5(+)

Mr Minio

01-09-14, 06:16 PM

YES! YES! YES! Scorsese is still the coolest film maker alive.

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Cobpyth

01-09-14, 06:29 PM

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BlueLion

01-09-14, 06:31 PM

I didn't get that gif. Are you trying to say Scorsese is far from the coolest filmmaker, Minio?

jiraffejustin

01-09-14, 06:34 PM

I was thinking about it, and really I don't know who could compete with Scorsese in the "cool" department. I think Argento makes "cool" movies, but not on the level of Scorsese. De Palma and Tarantino are both cool as well.

I have never seen any of his movies, but I have read multiple times that Seijun Suzuki is really "cool." John Woo's Hong Kong stuff qualifies I think.

EDIT: Actually, I've seen Suzuki's Underworld Beauty and it was really cool.

Mr Minio

01-09-14, 06:44 PM

I didn't get that gif. Are you trying to say Scorsese is far from the coolest filmmaker, Minio? At first I wanted to, but then I found that gif, thought it's hilarious and posted it quite randomly. Then again although not seeing too many of his films, I wouldn't say Scorsese makes 'cool' films. :D

jiraffejustin

01-09-14, 06:48 PM

At first I wanted to, but then I found that gif, thought it's hilarious and posted it quite randomly. Then again although not seeing too many of his films, I wouldn't say Scorsese makes 'cool' films. :D

Goodfellas and Casino aren't cool? What about Taxi Driver? I haven't seen The Wolf of Wall Street, but it looks "cool." Not all of his films are "cool," but most of his major ones are I think.

BlueLion

01-09-14, 06:51 PM

At first I wanted to, but then I found that gif, thought it's hilarious and posted it quite randomly. Then again although not seeing too many of his films, I wouldn't say Scorsese makes 'cool' films. :D

1. Goodfellas (this is cool as much as it is a gangster film)
2. Casino (see above)
3. The Departed (Jack Nicholson with sunglasses, need I say more?)

+ Mean Streets counts too.

All cool movies in my book. No, they're the epitome of cool. :cool:

Cobpyth

01-09-14, 06:56 PM

I could've said "badass" instead of "cool", but I just meant that most of his films have a certain 'cool' vibe to them. The use of music, the camera movement, the acting perfromances, etc.
Scorsese just knows how to direct a tough-looking, energetic and stylish film.

Pussy Galore

01-09-14, 07:09 PM

I think in the badass department Clint Eastwood is the man haha

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I'd give it 7,5 or 8/10 . It was really good, I enjoyed it! It wasn't anything original or ground breaking, but it was a pretty sweet story well told. I specially like to see a movie about the injustice against black people where there's also an other subject (in this case how it is to getting older)

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That was a total surprise. I loved that film. To me characters is always more important than plot and Monsieur Hire is one of the best characters I've seen in a movie ever. It's also one of the saddest movie I've seen and I urge you all to see this before January 15th for you're 80's top 25 !!! Maybe it's because I just saw it, but I think I might give it a 9/10

jiraffejustin

01-09-14, 07:11 PM

Sergio Leone is in the discussion for badass and cool I think. Well, he and Sergio Corbucci. Roger Corman belongs in the cool category too.

Pussy Galore

01-09-14, 07:12 PM

also Le Samurai is pretty badass lol

jiraffejustin

01-09-14, 07:19 PM

also Le Samurai is pretty badass lol

Oh yeah, I forgot about French coolness. Melville, Malle, and Godard made a lot of really cool French New Wave films.

RepentantSky

01-09-14, 07:31 PM

Hmm. I thought Despicable Me 2 was a decent movie, but far from great and nowhere near being as good as Despicable Me. I'd give it a 3.5 at best.

Personally, I find the second one to be a lot better than the first.

Lucas

01-09-14, 07:57 PM

Her-Extremely original film, and a beautiful romance film about a man falling in love with a machine. The premise is so out there but this is one of the most sincere romance films I've ever seen.It's very intelligent as well, and makes us think what is relationship in the first place? Is it something physical or is it emotional? I give it a 4. There are flaws, but seeing something so innovative and fresh is always a plus on my part.

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Gabrielle947

01-09-14, 09:40 PM

Once Upon A Time In the West (1968) - well,it's good and music is great and Leone is like the old generation Tarantino who I love but the movie started to bore me towards the last hour.Have to give credit to the music,though,it was amazing. 3

Carrie (2013) - I absolutely don't get the point of this remake.It's not bad but it doesn't live up to the original and main characters is a miscast.I liked Julianne Moore in this,she is good at roles like that but I wouldn't say that she beats Piper Laurie.Another thing which I liked about the original is how tense it is,I remeber that it took a while to see Carrie covered in blood at the prom.As I was watching this,I was kind of prepared for the same tension but it happened too quickly.It's just not as subtle as the original one.Of course,then again,it's interesting to see a known story with different faces but it's so useless. 2.5

bluedeed

01-09-14, 09:57 PM

There are flaws, but seeing something so innovative and fresh is always a plus on my part.

How was it innovative? This is a term thrown at Charlie Kaufman-like products that seems to think innovation means seeing something you haven't seen before narratively, which is not only typically untrue and novel (it's just the packaging, and mainstreamness) but not what innovation actually is.

McConnaughay

01-09-14, 10:06 PM

How was it innovative? This is a term thrown at Charlie Kaufman-like products that seems to think innovation means seeing something you haven't seen before narratively, which is not only typically untrue and novel (it's just the packaging, and mainstreamness) but not what innovation actually is.

How is it innovative? Granted, yes, innovative doesn't have to be simply something you haven't seen before, but if it's a narrative that you haven't seen before that you find to be well-done, unique, and setting the framework for later films like it, it is, in-fact, innovative. That is how it could be innovative, however, you found it more fitting to belittle other people's interpretation of a word than wait for an answer. :cool:

mark f

01-09-14, 10:15 PM

It has elements of S1m0ne and Lars and the Real Girl, but visually and emotionally it goes well beyond them.

McConnaughay

01-09-14, 10:16 PM

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Rio: Remember those ten movies that I listed and said I was going to watch, well, unfortunately, my magical little machine that somehow creates movies to watch no longer has internet, so I have been forced to resort to the movies that are on my DVR. Rio is an animated film featuring Jesse Eisenberg as the lead-role, for me, this was the only thing that made this movie worth watching. I really enjoyed Eisenberg's work in The Social Network and Now You See Me, and his humor is always entertaining, even in things like Zombie Land and Thirty Minutes or Less.

He had some humorous moments, and was probably the most consistent part of the movie with his awkwardness. I also enjoyed the villain, even if we didn't see him nearly enough, but the movie itself wasn't too great. I feel like we have already seen the story too many times to the point where it has kind-of gotten stale. Ultimately, it was Open Season (or a couple other flicks) with a new coat of paint, and while that doesn't necessarily make something terrible, it doesn't necessarily make something good. (Rio - 6.2/10.0)

cricket

01-09-14, 10:36 PM

Cannibal Holocaust 5.8/10

The first half of the film was really a bore but it ended with a bang. The animal killings are of course upsetting.

Probably the most well made of this sub-genre, but my favorite is still Cannibal Ferox. I think that I've now seen all of these films that I need to.

McConnaughay

01-09-14, 10:54 PM

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O Brother, Where Art Thou? - I didn't really know what to think about this movie, and honestly, anything that I did expect wasn't what I got. The movie chronicles what George Clooney and Dan Connor were doing while Tom Joad, Ma, and Pa were trying to figure out how to live. (Ladies and gentleman, that was a Roseanne reference and a reference to The Grapes of Wrath all in one sentence. Woot!) Seriously though, it takes place during the Great Depression, but rather than be greatly depressing, the movie tries to find as much humor as possible. Which is an incredible task to accomplish when you consider the various pieces of dark subject matter like the Klu Klux Klan, amongst other things.

I always kind-of disliked George Clooney whenever I was growing up, but I never really understood why. Maybe it was because I never forgave him for Batman & Robin, but somewhere down the line, either with Ocean's Eleven, Twelve, or Gravity, I have to admit that he has my respect. One other thing that I especially enjoyed is the way that it incorporated music into the story, which granted, made it feel a lot more over-the-top, allowed it to have even more charm.

In conclusion, the movie was allover the place and honestly had me thinking "Three Stooges" at times, but I liked it quite a bit. (O Brother, Where Art Thou: 7.8/10.0)

Matteo

01-09-14, 11:51 PM

^ Wonderful interpretation of Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. I'd recommend reading that if you haven't already.

RepentantSky

01-10-14, 12:02 AM

Cloudy with a chance if meatballs, 3.8/5. It's a fairly funny movie with some good characters but it goes too over the top sometimes. It can also move too fast like it's afraid to lose kid's attention, a tactic most kids movies don't use these days.

rice1245

01-10-14, 12:33 AM

Fatal Attraction 4/5
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I watched this most recently in preparation for the Top 100 Eighties list. There's something I always like about Michael Douglas and as was expected I really enjoyed Glenn Close being simultaneously alluring and psychotic. I was surprised by Anne Archer because the only other thing I had seen her in was playing Barbara on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (which is one of my favorite side roles on that show) but I thought she did a great job as well. So in conclusion the acting was great and I thought the movie did a great job at building suspense and making simple shots seem extremely ominous.

Matteo

01-10-14, 06:51 AM

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Considering its premise, this type of film could have easily came across as implausible and fanciful, but due to its mostly impeccable writing and performances, what unfolds is a mostly human story that felt more real and unfeigned than most of the other stuff that gets forked out in American cinema. An imaginative tale with both striking photography and some interesting things to say about not just our direct connection with technology, but also our very fellow beings in - what is - a largely altering and increasingly disconnecting world. In saying that, the film was bit too mawkish for me, containing one too many heavy-handed moments. I understood its intent, but it was off-putting and damaged the flow of the film (to an extent). I would have preferred a more subdued and distant approach to its very dramatic moments.

However, it was Joaquin Phoenix who proved to be absolutely remarkable, and this performance further solidifies the fact that he is one of the best actors working today. In saying that, and sadly, if he could not win an Oscar for his role in The Master, I doubt he'll get one for this, in spite of it being very much deserving. The whole cast pretty much excelled in their roles, especially Amy Adams who gave this really... authentic and real performance. Ultimately, a very good film, but not without its flaws. To me, it's best summed up as a moderately inventive dramedy piece, with some very interesting things to say about relationships (which includes understanding yourself within them) whilst also summoning as a compelling character piece, and, despite its somewhat maladroit approach, manages to hit all the right notes and prove to be one of the more accomplished and complete works of recent times. I think a 7.5 or 8 seems applicable here.

thisistheend

01-10-14, 09:27 AM

American hustle 4/5.
Extraordinary performances, areful direction, at the service of the actors.
The reference to Scorsese is obvious, and I love Scorsese's style.

BlueLion

01-10-14, 09:34 AM

American hustle 4/5.
Extraordinary performances, areful direction, at the service of the actors.
The reference to Scorsese is obvious, and I love Scorsese's style.

There is an obvious reference to Tarantino too (trunk shot). Since the director had Pulp Fiction in his top 10 for the Sight and Sound poll, I'm pretty sure it was intentional. He's clearly a fan.

Plan B

01-10-14, 09:40 AM

Jeff, Who Lives at Home (2011)

3.5

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-KhaN-

01-10-14, 02:39 PM

Watchmen-SPOILER ALERT!

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Let's do this,acting was awesome,story good,plot twist ,didn't see it coming.I love how they showed that they are only humans with all things they done they are still humans.Why every superhero gang needs a wh*re?I mean Silk Specter II really going for 2 guys,and not giving a fu*k about 3 ones death...Dr is a bit boring i must admit ,don't tell me you didn't want to punch him.I won't hide Rorschach is my fav guy in this universe,probably because Batman is my fav hero.That death scene near the end ,well **** that,they could avoid that,I mean don't take me wrong he still died as a hero and better man than any of them,but died...Actually that is only bad thing for me in this movie,I won't count SSII as a bad thing cuz I think they wanted to make her like that.All in all good movie.

VERDICT-8.5-10

cricket

01-10-14, 02:51 PM

A Serbian Film 7.5/10

Most of these disturbing movies end up boring or not very good at all. This was intense, horrifying, and well made. Don't watch it with the family.

-KhaN-

01-10-14, 03:39 PM

A Serbian Film 7.5/10

Most of these disturbing movies end up boring or not very good at all. This was intense, horrifying, and well made. Don't watch it with the family.

Eh,that name of the movie is a big shame for me personally...I'm Serbian and that is ****** movie...

rauldc14

01-10-14, 04:10 PM

Manhattan 6/10

Cobpyth

01-10-14, 04:28 PM

Manhattan 6/10

That's WAY too low. :(

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTFbZfRbEuo

BlueLion

01-10-14, 04:30 PM

BlueLion

01-10-14, 04:34 PM

That's WAY too low. :(

I'd give it the same rating. It's decent but nothing more. Woody's stuff from the 80s is a lot better, and even he himself wasn't content with the movie iirc.

Lucas

01-10-14, 04:39 PM

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Lone Survivor (2013) - 3.5

If you like war films, then you'll love this. Tense, gripping, top notch action sequences, assured direction, and it looks pretty realistic. Compared to some of Marky Mark's other recent films, his performance here is Oscar-worthy.

Yeah I give it the exact same rating. It is heavy-handed, but I think it's very engaging and thrilling,especially in the film's second half when the bullets start to fly. Not in my top 10 of 2013, but I enjoyed watching it.

Pussy Galore

01-10-14, 04:45 PM

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52.5 it was pretty good. It showed how much a simple race can be an obsession for someone.

Cobpyth

01-10-14, 04:52 PM

I'd give it the same rating. It's decent but nothing more. Woody's stuff from the 80s is a lot better, and even he himself wasn't content with the movie iirc.

It's one of his most beautiful and strongest films, in my opinion (the beginning and the ending are absolutely FANTASTIC).
He became insecure after making it, because he thought he had gone too far and made something that was too pretentious and he started to hate it for that. He often says in interviews that he still doesn't know how he got away with it.
I think it was the humanly irrational and delightfully neurotic core that saved this movie and lifted it up from something overly pretentious to something meaningful.

Many have called it a masterpiece and I totally agree. It also gets better and better with each rewatch. I would say it's much more than a decent film. It's a special film and above all a daring and highly original one, in my opinion.

VFN

01-10-14, 05:18 PM

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9/10 Engaging, funny, quirky, endearing, though I'm not sure it would've pulled things off if it was filmed in color.

RepentantSky

01-10-14, 06:30 PM

Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas 4.8/5. The animation is incredible and the story and character interaction are likable as well, but there are a few too many character types that were getting old even when the movie was made.

Mmmm Donuts

01-10-14, 08:52 PM

Watchmen-SPOILER ALERT!

Dr is a bit boring i must admit ,don't tell me you didn't want to punch him.

VERDICT-8.5-10

Great review. I actually think Dr. Manhattan is my favourite character in this, though. I just love the concept of a God-like entity in a movie. He has some of the best lines IMO, very thought-provoking. I even used one of his quotes as my signature for a little while.

She bursts into angry tears, asking if it's because she's getting older. It's true. She's aging more noticeably every day - while I am standing still. I prefer the stillness here. I am tired of Earth. These people. I am tired of being caught in the tangle of their lives.

Something like that.

-KhaN-

01-10-14, 10:09 PM

Great review. I actually think Dr. Manhattan is my favourite character in this, though. I just love the concept of a God-like entity in a movie. He has some of the best lines IMO, very thought-provoking. I even used one of his quotes as my signature for a little while.

She bursts into angry tears, asking if it's because she's getting older. It's true. She's aging more noticeably every day - while I am standing still. I prefer the stillness here. I am tired of Earth. These people. I am tired of being caught in the tangle of their lives.

Something like that.

Yea,I know what do you mean,yea if you have whole time and space in your head it makes you into that...Don't take me wrong ,he is well made character,good dialog...Just eh Rorschach is more human so maybe that is why i find him better,he is reacting like a human he wanted to do right things.When we are talking about quotes "I'm not locked in here with you,you are locked in here with me" :D...

Matteo

01-10-14, 10:29 PM

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The Cranes Are Flying (1957)

A stunningly photographed anti-war piece from a time where art was notoriously suppressed. This is a both dismal yet underlyingly optimistic film that examines the ghastly ramifications of war, and how it affects those who don't fight in it just as much as those that do. Technically adept and also masterly edited (and I mean masterfully), the film unfortunately suffers from some uneven writing, as its ending, whilst being poignant, felt a bit too contrived in its buoyancy. Its themes are nothing new, and that is noticeable in its final act. It honestly could have done without it, if only to further serve the tragic and fitting dark undercurrent the film provided for most of its entirety. All that aside, this is a very moving film, with some of the best cinematography Soviet cinema has ever spawned, perhaps challenging that of the works of the great Andrei Tarkovsky. A 7.5 seems fitting here.

Mmmm Donuts

01-10-14, 10:37 PM

Yea,I know what do you mean,yea if you have whole time and space in your head it makes you into that...Don't take me wrong ,he is well made character,good dialog...Just eh Rorschach is more human so maybe that is why i find him better,he is reacting like a human he wanted to do right things.When we are talking about quotes "I'm not locked in here with you,you are locked in here with me" :D...

Yeah, Rorschach is a fantastic character.

BlueLion

01-10-14, 11:42 PM

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Blue Jasmine (2013) - 3.5

Typical Woody Allen. I loved the subtle humor in this film. It is darkly comic, but also an intricate character study. Cate Blanchett delivers what just might be my favorite performance by an actress this year. The other actresses who will compete in the Best Actress category at the Oscars simply haven't got a chance.

cricket

01-11-14, 02:00 AM

I Drink Your Blood 5.5/10

I think I like the idea of grindhouse more than I like the actual movies.

jiraffejustin

01-11-14, 02:24 AM

I Drink Your Blood 5.5/10

I think I like the idea of grindhouse more than I like the actual movies.

Have you tried any giallos? If not, I highly recommend Suspiria.

Plan B

01-11-14, 02:35 AM

Her (2013)

4

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RepentantSky

01-11-14, 06:12 AM

8 heads in a Duffel bag, 4.5/5. Some of the actors weren't that great but man is it funny, and this is coming from a guy who doesn't tend to like comedy. I love the part where the gangster character is breaking picture frames with this gun and then grabs one and starts smashing it against the stairwell. Something about that really made me laugh. The blind maid was pretty funny as well. I highly suggest anyone who likes comedy to watch it.

Plan B

01-11-14, 06:34 AM

Don Jon (2013)

3.5

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CeeraMist

01-11-14, 06:38 AM

The Book Thief
3.5/10

jiraffejustin

01-11-14, 06:55 AM

Everybody on the Her bandwagon needs to scoot over so I can join in. ScarJo needs some kind of award for her performance. I rate this very good out of very good.

cricket

01-11-14, 10:46 AM

Have you tried any giallos? If not, I highly recommend Suspiria.

Not yet, I will.

Nostromo87

01-11-14, 11:09 AM

completed Schindler's List late last night, and my initial reaction is this is something different than a movie. i don't mean it as an insult, and i don't necessarily intend it as praise either. i can't say i think it's better than my favorite movies, yet i can't say it is worse

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it's a movie that should make the viewer think about their ancestry, and make sure they are familiar with it. for me, on my father's side, my ancestors are German. they came to America before World War 1

i'd like to think had i been in Germany during the Nazi time, that i'd be like an Oskar Schindler... although admittedly i am not as tall, not as good-looking nor as well-spoken as Liam Neeson lol (duh, who is)

it's a powerful picture even for those who are not of Jewish ancestry, like me. although i am sure it holds quite a lot more significance to those who are. especially for those in the film industry since that culture is very well represented in film circles as far as i can tell

this is going to be sort of a cop-out for a 'Rate the Last Movie You Saw' thread, yet my rating for this is N/A. simply bc for some reason it doesn't seem right to assign this one a number and bags of popcorn. i can say i am glad i watched it and that i thought it was very well made

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNSsv86lsok

honeykid

01-11-14, 11:56 AM

although admittedly i am not as tall, not as good-looking nor as well-spoken as Liam Neeson lol (duh, who is)
Um... Me?

Nostromo87

01-11-14, 12:16 PM

Posted by nostromo87 http://www.movieforums.com/community/data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhDgAOAPcAAAAAAISEhIyMjJSUlJycnKWlpbW1tb29vcbGxu/v9+/39////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////8DAwCH5BAEAAP8ALAAAAAAOAA4AAAhpAP8BGEiw4ECBBQwYOLBQIUMDBQYaIEBgAIGBFCkakDig4wAACQB43AiAJMEEIQUIILkRJ UoFKAEEYAkyAcybIWna3Akzp8SaL2PO/FkwpkqWHj+GHCmxIkWMTkkSYEjV4cKLAg1q/RcQADs= (http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=1015424#post1015424)
although admittedly i am not as tall, not as good-looking nor as well-spoken as Liam Neeson lol (duh, who is)

Um... Me?

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Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 12:26 PM

Crimes and Misdemeanors 4.5 a big surprise! The best Woody Allen movie I've seen yet. That's a very intelligent movie with a great message I suggest it to thos who haven't seen it for the 80's list !

Cobpyth

01-11-14, 01:13 PM

Crimes and Misdemeanors 4.5 a big surprise! The best Woody Allen movie I've seen yet. That's a very intelligent movie with a great message I suggest it to thos who haven't seen it for the 80's list !

I'm very glad you liked it! It will be high on my '80s list as it's probably my favorite film of Woody and therefore one of my favorite films of all time.

babu

01-11-14, 01:14 PM

RUSH. One of the best movie of last year, this movie really captures the thrill of racing. The cinematography was great and the music was amazing. There were so many moments where I was on the edge of my seat.

8.8/10

cricket

01-11-14, 01:16 PM

The Wolf of Wall Street 9/10

I basically viewed this as Animal House on Wall Street. It's one of the most consistently funny and laugh out loud films I've seen.*

I thought Dicaprio was perfect in this, and deserves Oscar consideration. There were times when he reminded me of Jack Nicholson. He definitely went for it.

Jonah Hill was also great and I think he'll probably be nominated for supporting actor. I'm not sure if it was a great acting job or if it's that different from what Jonah Hill often does, but he was a riot.*

Matthew McConaughey was a complete scene stealer, but in my mind, it's not enough screen time to warrant Oscar consideration. Maybe if this was a 90 minute film, but not 15 minutes in a 3 hour film.

Everyone else was very good as well.

I'm glad I didn't see this at the movies because of how long it is. That's more a statement of how much I dislike going to the movies, rather than how I felt about the film. It is very long, but I can't say it's too long, because I enjoyed it completely.

It's one of those great movies that has a number of signature type scenes, meaning if it were on cable, you can see bits and pieces and still enjoy it quite a bit.*I do think it could've ended with a bigger bang.

As far as the controversy with some people saying its disgusting due to the drug use, nudity, and language, I don't get it. I never found it to be sleazy. Some people just carry a giant bug up their ass.

I feel that it's likely to be my favorite movie of 2013, but it's not for everyone.

Miss Vicky

01-11-14, 01:49 PM

Um... Me?

Prove it. Show us a picture.

mojofilter

01-11-14, 01:53 PM

Insidious Chapter 2

Horror films are a dime a dozen these days, and they're all horrible for the most part.

The first Insidious was one of the fewest modern horror films that actually worked. I gave it a score of 4

I can't say the same about this stinker of a sequel. It's obvious it was made to capitalize on the success of the first one, stealing ideas from a million other horror films including my all time favorite The Shining (baseball bat instead of an ax).

Since Chapter 2 made tons of money at the box office, we should all be expecting a third equally stupid and pointless Insidious movie as this one at theatres very soon.

1.5

Lucas

01-11-14, 02:05 PM

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4.5. This movie is a blast, and easily Scorsese's best film since Goodfellas. This is one of the most entertaining,hilarious movies I've ever seen. It's 3 hour runtime is a breeze due to how entertaining it is. I can see alot of people disliking this film as it is full of sex,drugs,it's misogynistic, and the main characters aren't particularly sympathetic. Those aren't criticisms on my part, not at all. This movie shows the rise of a wall-street banker and the life he ended up living. Those familiar with Scorsese films will feel right at home here, and you can see numerous similarities to some of his previous films.

DiCaprio is never going to get a role this good again, this is his best performance. He is mesmerizing and eats up every scene he's in like the Wolf he is.The supporting cast is great as well,very great. But DiCaprio makes this movie,he is a force of nature in this film. I think this might be my favorite of 2013,it just might. I just need to see Inside Llewyn Davis and my viewing of 2013 movies will come to an end.

dadgumblah

01-11-14, 02:12 PM

EDIT: nostromo87, I went back and read your thoughts about Schindler's List and agree totally about how difficult it is to rate. It's a movie I hold in high esteem but one so well-done and realistic that it's very hard to watch again. I can't call it entertainment, nor a documentary, so maybe calling it an extremely unflinching representation of what happened (and I emphasize representation for anyone who didn't go through it cannot really feel the true horror of it) will suffice, with a bit of hope at the end. If I'm overthinking it, I apologize. But like nostromo87, this monumental movie is hard to categorize easily, so coming up with other descriptions is what I'm left with. I guess, bottom line, it's excellent and the best dramatization of the Holocaust that I've seen.

Cobpyth

01-11-14, 02:32 PM

The Wolf of Wall Street

4.5. This movie is a blast, and easily Scorsese's best film since Goodfellas.

I think you might be right. I really liked Casino, but Wolf is probably the better film.
Glad you liked it! :up:

Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 02:40 PM

But you have to admit that it wasn't necessary to see him take that amount of drugs. If I see him take it 2,3 times I get the point. It's a little detail, but it bugged me a little. Nonetheless it's a fantastic film

bluedeed

01-11-14, 02:42 PM

Sometimes hammering a point is more interesting than just making sure you get the point.

Lucas

01-11-14, 02:44 PM

I honestly did not have a problem with the length whatsoever. Maybe a few short scenes here and there could have been trimmed, but the movie is just so damn entertaining I didn't really care. :)

Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 02:47 PM

The length didn't bothered me it was the excessive drug use lol and the fact that there was not a figure of morality. I get it that not every movie is made to moralise, but it's almost like banalising drug use. It's still one of the funniest movie I've seen and probably my 2nd favorite Scorsese (after Taxi Driver)

Miss Vicky

01-11-14, 02:50 PM

Were you actually expecting "a figure of morality"?

After seeing the previews, I certainly wasn't.

Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 02:53 PM

I wasn't expecting it, but I would enjoy it. The part where they are laughing about cocaine by saying it's a boost and that it's almost a necessity in wall street. In the cinema everyone was laughing and I personally found this scene to be more sad than funny ...

bluedeed

01-11-14, 02:53 PM

Adding a "figure of morality" wouldn't only be unrealistic and a way of dumbing down the film for audiences (which is heresy), it's unnecessary to understanding the film and its concerns and beliefs.

Miss Vicky

01-11-14, 02:56 PM

Adding a "figure of morality" wouldn't only be unrealistic and a way of dumbing down the film for audiences (which is heresy), it's unnecessary to understanding the film and its concerns and beliefs.

I agree.

If there had been a "figure of morality," it would've felt very artificial and out of place. It also would have taken me completely out of the movie and would've enjoyed it much less.

Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 02:56 PM

bluedeed

01-11-14, 02:59 PM

Maybe Vincent Vega took heroin because someone like Vincent Vega would probably take heroin.

McConnaughay

01-11-14, 03:00 PM

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug 8/10

I won't go into book changes or anything else that's been talked to death. But, as pure entertainment, this was gangbusters, and the almost-three-hour running time flew by. And Smaug the dragon is a wonder to behold, exceeding my expectations. Good stuff.

:)

Fun Fact: Benedict Cumberbatch does the voice of Smaug, and also plays Sherlock on the BBC TV-show, and Khan in Star Trek: Into Darkness. He's already one of my favorite actors!

Miss Vicky

01-11-14, 03:14 PM

It's a little like Pulp Fiction I don't see the point in having Vincent Vegas taking heroine out of no where and it bothered me. It's still a great film, but it's little details that makes it a 8/10 instead of a 9/10

But he was operating in a world of crime. Drug use usually goes hand in hand with that sort of lifestyle. I don't see how that was "out of nowhere."

Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 03:21 PM

He sells drugs he is not obligated to take them.

But I guess your right I just have some kind of mental block when there's drugs in movies

bluedeed

01-11-14, 03:29 PM

The only people who take drugs are those obligated to take them. There is little (no) likelihood that someone who is around drugs will take them unless contractually obligated by their superior (it doesn't sound very far-fetched to say that would be a requirement anyways).

Cobpyth

01-11-14, 03:33 PM

I wasn't talking about adding one, but just by one way or another not banalising drug use. It didn't bothered me that much since I still think it's a terrific movie, but I would prefer the movie without this much drug use.

It's a little like Pulp Fiction I don't see the point in having Vincent Vegas taking heroine out of no where and it bothered me. It's still a great film, but it's little details that makes it a 8/10 instead of a 9/10

It's not banalising drug, in my opinion. It's being realistic and telling a story without any holdbacks. Would you rather have your art censored and untrue, because certain acts that are showed are despicable?

Art needs to be able to confront its audience with reality, without having to justify everything all the time.

Also, the use of drugs should certainly not be banalised, but it should also not be portrayed in an overly disgustful and immoral way all the time, because that would 1) be boring and 2) be unrealistic. Some people simply use drugs all the time or just recreationally and don't particularly suffer extreme damage from it.
This film did it quite right, in my opinion. They showed realistic effects of the drugs that were used, but they didn't overstate the consequences at the same time. They clearly showed his addiction as a character flaw, but there was no need to specifically tell the audience that drugs are bad or anything like that, in my opinion. That wouldn't make this film better in any way. On the contrary...

Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 03:55 PM

Yeah I guess your right. I just have difficulty imagining this much drug use to be realistic.

-KhaN-

01-11-14, 04:29 PM

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KICK-ASS2

So yea,a bit boring,first one was better,first one had awesome fight this one...well it had less action,and some fight scenes were really short.Some names are really stupid,I know they try to make some good-funny names but some of them really suck,outfits are bad,few are good,story is kinda lame,first one had awesome ending and we all thought wow we will see war ,fights,it will be awesome,but it was not awesome,that big fight was kinda cool.Mother Russia...I did not want to see that...In first part they were going for action,cool fight and a basic good story,but here they tried to make some epic story or something,I was really bored,only few parts of the movie were cool...All in all,boring movie,some good scenes,first part was a masterpiece compared to this.I thing i didn't do a review of first one so yea,I will give it 7.8-10...And now for part 2...

VERDICT-6.5-10...

BlueLion

01-11-14, 05:09 PM

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Captain Phillips (2013) - 3.5

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 06:08 PM

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The first new release of the year I saw in theaters. And it starts off very strong! Being on a military post surrounded by fellow grunts we were very excited to see this movie. And needless to say the film does not disappoint. A lot of the guys here are in the debate of whether this is better then Black Hawk Down (probably the most popular war movie among the guys here). I am not going to say it is better then Black Hawk Down, I still need more time to make that decision. Now the focus on a much smaller group of trained fighters means their is more character development and I get to know these guys better then in Black Hawk Down. But I still like that Black Hawk Down has much more action and was basically a really long firefight. Either way a great start to this year.

For now

4

Lucas

01-11-14, 06:18 PM

Lone Survivor imo is much better than Black Hawk Down. BHS had no interesting or even mildly sympathetic characters, it was all just nonstop firefights and action.Realistic but shallow. In Lone Survivor you actually care for the characters and feel like you got to know them,even if just a bit.Makes the experience much more engrossing.

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 06:34 PM

I will agree there that the characters were much stronger in Lone Survivor, but then again I like a lot of action too, so kind of hard to beat there.

BlueLion

01-11-14, 06:56 PM

I don't remember much from Black Hawk Down as I haven't seen it in ages, and I think I've only seen it once, but Lone Survivor was terrific. I didn't expect it to be that good.

McConnaughay

01-11-14, 08:31 PM

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Cloud Atlas: I have a mixed bag of thoughts when it comes to this movie, I had been expecting something absolutely amazing, and something different and refreshing. I had friends recommend this movie, and while critics didn't entirely rave, I always make sure to take that with a grain of salt. With that being said, the movie wasn't nearly as good as I was expecting. However, I will say that the script itself exceeded expectations, and I have a lot of interest in reading the book because I feel like they probably were able to organize the thoughts in a much more coherent way.

The movie was three-hours, and felt allover the place, and not in a way that was deliberate. There were a lot of good ideas, as well as a capable cast, but the dialogue felt extremely bland. Ultimately, I think that the movie itself demonstrated the concept that an idea is only as good as the means to accomplishing it. Donnie Darko had a great script but it also was extremely entertaining. In conclusion, not a bad flick, Halle Barry and Tom Hanks are almost always at least admirable in their performances, but the movie was too clever for its own good, and left me feeling malnourished.

Cloud Atlas: 6.5/10.0

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 08:49 PM

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I was promised the filthiest people in the world, and they delivered. I can never unsee some of the ***** I have seen. No pun intended.

3.5

mark f

01-11-14, 09:06 PM

That's about 2 boxes too high, but it obviously kicks QT's ass. :D

Jemmaroid

01-11-14, 09:35 PM

Hi peoples! :) Newbie here, diving in with my first proper post.

I just watched The Science of Sleep tonight. Hold cr*p bags, why didn't I watch it years ago??!
This might be a bit of a bold start, but I'm pretty sure I need to give it a 9/10.
... Maybe an 8.5 as to not seem over excitable, haha.

The animation and general visuals were absolutely gorgeous, and Gael García Bernal was adorable, funny and gently heartbreaking. It had a bit of a Fisher King vibe going on.

The Gunslinger45 - Pink Flamingos has just gone on my 'to watch' list...

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 09:38 PM

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 09:39 PM

That's about 2 boxes too high, but it obviously kicks QT's ass. :D

Well that goes without saying. lol ;)

Jemmaroid

01-11-14, 09:47 PM

Well if The Room in your top 10 is the one with Tommy Wiseau, I think this is a movie you might like.

Yep, that's the one... :D

Pussy Galore

01-11-14, 09:57 PM

Down by Law. I don't know how to rate it, but I thought it was kind of forgettable.

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 09:59 PM

Yep, that's the one... :D

Then I think you will enjoy this.

Sexy Celebrity

01-11-14, 10:00 PM

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 10:01 PM

*GASP*

You watched this while I was doing a stupid They Live commentary?!

I didn't have They Live, so no point putting it off. :D

Sexy Celebrity

01-11-14, 10:02 PM

I so would have done a Pink Flamingos commentary, especially with a virgin!

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 10:03 PM

I so would have done a Pink Flamingos commentary, especially with a virgin!

LOL! We missed the boat there.

Sexy Celebrity

01-11-14, 10:04 PM

You didn't speak up. You avoided me!

The Gunslinger45

01-11-14, 10:06 PM

I didn't know! :bawling:

McConnaughay

01-11-14, 10:17 PM

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Horrible Bosses: I do believe that Jason Sudeikis may have replaced Adam Sandler in my heart for being the guy that makes horribly stupid movies that I will continue to spend money on. That's My Boy and Jack and Jill were TOO stupid for me to even bother pursuing, and I don't even have to mention the Grown Ups movies. I enjoyed the idea of this movie a lot, and I was entertained a lot, but I feel like they didn't give me enough of what I wanted to see, and gave me too much of what I didn't want to see.

I didn't want to see the bosses, because their novelty wore out very quickly, I understand that "every man" has a boss that they hate, but I would have preferred to see more of them trying to break into the houses, stalk their prey, and other things, while, of course, not knowing what they are doing and only uses what they have learned from television and media as a basis. I enjoy Jamie Foxx but his part was entirely unneeded as well, and all it really did was add an extra fifteen minutes or so to the movie.

Even still, I was entertaining, amused, and enjoyed the performances of Patrick Bateman, Jason Sejsadsaf, and Charlie Day. I think I am at least somewhat interested in seeing Horrible Bosses 2, in the similar way to how I want a Scream 5. I know it'll probably be horrible, but I don't care.. bring it on!

Horrible Bosses: 6.3

Lucas

01-11-14, 11:51 PM

21 Grams-Stunning performances and a great script. Very depressing film about loss. 3.5.

McConnaughay

01-12-14, 01:40 AM

Project X: I should have known whenever I decided to do this little light-heart movie-marathon that at least one of those movies would be like this. I watched Horrible Bosses, and while it may have been arguably offensive, it didn't specifically bother me. This movie was mean-spirited, ill-heartened debauchery and what happens when you escalate douche-bags to the point of complete ********. What can I say about this movie, well, I suppose that I should explain what exactly this movie is.

This movie is the "Party of the Year," but it's supposed to be from the perspective of several unpopular high-school students that are on the outside looking in. In other-words, this movie is supposed to be from the perspective of how I was in high-school, bitter sweet, but it doesn't. They are rude, disrespectful, and precisely summarize what I hated about high-school. It was a time whenever the girls were stupid and the guys were ********, or at least, those characteristics were so abundant that they overrode the ones with good-hearts. Now, in-reality, it was never quite THIS BAD! which is why it's exaggerated.

There was an idealism of immediate self-gratification, and selfishness for a lot of high-school kids, and rest assured, they capture that perfectly. However, it comes off being shallow, hateful, and honestly, it's one of the only movies where I actually stopped and thought, "Wow, this may very well be an accurate, albeit exaggerated, portrayal of college and high-school party antics," but that doesn't mean I don't hate it. The movie's about wallflowers, but it might as well be about the douches being douches.

Rating: ****ing Hated It.

Mmmm Donuts

01-12-14, 01:44 AM

What a shocking rating lol. Stupid movie for mindless "entertainment". Let's keep it rolling.

Pussy Galore

01-12-14, 01:49 AM

When Harry Met Sally. I find it to be a little bit like a Woody Allen movie. And having seen for the 1st time Hannah and her Sisters and Crimes and Misdemeaders for the 1st time recently I have to say that it's really not as good as those 2. It's cliché, but it's still nice to see a young Meg Ryan (without plastic surgery) faking an orgasm in a deli :P

mojofilter

01-12-14, 05:13 AM

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4.5

Matteo

01-12-14, 07:17 AM

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Forbidden Games (1952)

One one level, this is an endearing, yet candid tale of two children forming a friendship in the midst of unparalleled war. On another, it is a challenging observation into the role religion renders in times of turmoil and arduous living. Not only does the film furnish its viewers with a perspective of war through the eye's of the young, often oblivious and impervious to the nature of human conflict and death, itself, but it also summons as a critique of religion, and how it detaches those more than it bonds, especially during times of hardship. The film spawns some powerful imagery, whether it be portraying the callosity of war to the fraternity of friendship all the way down to its poignant and somber conclusion. As the film tends to lose some focus in its middle act by steering away from its two central characters and as there is a scene or two that felt oddly misplaced, it is a harrowing war film, and one that I can imagine will be sticking with me for quite some time. I reckon a 7.5 or 8 seems fitting here.

BlueLion

01-12-14, 09:14 AM

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Dallas Buyers Club (2013) - 4

Matthew McConaughey has a new fan. What a performance. Loved the humor in this film, some of McConaughey's lines are hilarious. Also, great chemistry between his character and that of Jared Leto.

"I swear it, Ray, God sure was dressin' the wrong doll when he blessed you with a set of balls."

The Rodent

01-12-14, 01:12 PM

Mimic (1997)

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/2/27/Mimic.jpg

Del Toro before studios would trust him to see the final cut and make his own changes.

Still a decent film though. Some jumpy bits but more of a horror in the sense that Pan's Labyrinth contained horror. Pretty good unravel to the story too and keeps within reality rather than going stupid like many horror adventures do.
I think this one went up against The Relic in 1997 in yet another Hollywood example of Clone Wars.
Mimic is a lot better though.

4
Would probably give it a high 80s if I did a review... probably around 87%-ish.

honeykid

01-12-14, 02:28 PM

I think this one went up against The Relic in 1997 in yet another Hollywood example of Clone Wars.
Mimic is a lot better though.

I thought this looked the much better of the two and saw Mimic asap, while waiting until I caught The Relic on tv one day. I wish I'd done them the other way around. Mimic is dull and I was hugely underwhelmed, while The Relic was a riot.

rauldc14

01-12-14, 03:02 PM

Death Race 2000, recommended to me by HK. I enjoyed the film for what it was, just don't take anything too seriously.

7/10

Lucas

01-12-14, 04:01 PM

The Turin Horse- Great film

Mr Minio

01-12-14, 04:12 PM

Lucas! I swear if you were female I'd marry you!

Lucas

01-12-14, 04:14 PM

Lucas! I swear if you were female I'd marry you!

Werckmeister Harmonies any good?

Mr Minio

01-12-14, 04:24 PM

You have to see Werckmeister Harmonies ofc. Then Satantango, Damnation and A Man from London and then the rest. See PM.

Mmmm Donuts

01-12-14, 07:01 PM

Memento

http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ky246cxwci1qz7k5jo1_500.jpg

8.5/10

Full review here. (http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=1016415#post1016415)

Lucas

01-12-14, 07:05 PM

Glad you enjoyed Memento, Nolan's most cerebral film and his most complex as well. Now go watch Wolf of Wall Street. :)

Mmmm Donuts

01-12-14, 07:07 PM

Glad you enjoyed Memento, Nolan's most cerebral film and his most complex as well. Now go watch Wolf of Wall Street. :)

Tonight, hopefully. Based on my school schedule, I actually get a 3 day weekend. Could be useful for movie watching.

Lucas

01-12-14, 07:14 PM

Tonight, hopefully. Based on my school schedule, I actually get a 3 day weekend. Could be useful for movie watching.

You are going to enjoy WOWS so much, easily the most entertaining,energetic film of 2013. I might even rewatch it sometime soon it was that good.

-KhaN-

01-12-14, 07:17 PM

Memento

http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ky246cxwci1qz7k5jo1_500.jpg

8.5/10

Full review here. (http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=1016415#post1016415)

What Lucas said. :D.

s1n1st3r

01-12-14, 07:43 PM

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Killer Joe

Would like to start off and say I didn't really understand the hype of this movie, the story seemed like there was not point, I don't mind nudity and sex scenes in movies but it seemed unnecessary in this. The only thing I can say is that the actors were good in this especially McConaughey. The tone seems so sleezy as well. Didn't really enjoy it.

2/5 Stars

jiraffejustin

01-12-14, 07:44 PM

Aww :( I love Killer Joe.

Frightened Inmate No. 2

01-12-14, 07:57 PM

killer joe is so good.

cricket

01-12-14, 07:59 PM

Aww :( I love Killer Joe.

Yea me too; just one of those that appeals to a limited audience.

s1n1st3r

01-12-14, 08:06 PM

Can I asked what you like about Killer Joe, I can see that the acting was good but in terms of story and themes seemed a little off putting.

jiraffejustin

01-12-14, 08:15 PM

Can I asked what you like about Killer Joe, I can see that the acting was good but in terms of story and themes seemed a little off putting.

I enjoyed the dark humor of it. I really liked how gritty the whole thing was. It's very dirty, disgusting, and violent. The characters are great, but not because they are good. They are mostly all terrible people for various reasons. The performances are great, especially McConaughey as the vicious sheriff. He is quite reprehensible and it was fascinating to watch his actions after he held up his end of the bargain. The chicken scene will certainly divide people, I actually thought it was hilarious and awful at the same time. In a good way of course. I enjoy watching bad people do bad things on the screen. I don't know what that says about me.

s1n1st3r

01-12-14, 08:30 PM

I enjoyed the dark humor of it. I really liked how gritty the whole thing was. It's very dirty, disgusting, and violent. The characters are great, but not because they are good. They are mostly all terrible people for various reasons. The performances are great, especially McConaughey as the vicious sheriff. He is quite reprehensible and it was fascinating to watch his actions after he held up his end of the bargain. The chicken scene will certainly divide people, I actually thought it was hilarious and awful at the same time. In a good way of course. I enjoy watching bad people do bad things on the screen. I don't know what that says about me.

Yeah the movie sort of reminded me of Bad Lieutenant which was another movie I didn't really enjoy. The two scenes which were hard to watch was the first date scene and the K Fry C 'Kitchen' scene. The ending annoyed me also... well if you can call it an ending.

Matteo

01-12-14, 08:32 PM

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My Life to Live (1962)

This is a less sweeping and voguish piece from a time where French cinema was, arguably, at its most pioneering and creative. That's not to say it was not novel in nature (because it was). It told a reasonably levelheaded story with an effective episodic approach, as the film consisted of twelve chapters, each building on each other, to depict an essentially tragic crossing from ambition and aspiration to the succumbs of - what is - a financially rewarding but despairing 'industry'. The true strengths of this film lies within its impressive direction and redolent lead performance, as Anna Karina captures everything from ambivalence and curiosity to joy and dejection. In saying that, my main problem with Godard persists - there was one too many overblown or pompous moments, including one scene at a cafe that just did not feel at all suitable or needed in the context of the film. It often feels like his films go down these 'philosophical rant' blusters, and that is maddening because it disrupts the flow and feel of the film. I get the impression that Godard is having a hard time between telling a story and embedding in his own pensive thoughts within them. Ultimately, good, but flawed. Probably a 6 here.

BlueLion

01-12-14, 09:05 PM

The Gunslinger45

01-12-14, 09:11 PM

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/4/44/Her2013Poster.jpg

Well that was awkward...

2.5

Lucas

01-12-14, 09:33 PM

Pussy Galore

01-12-14, 10:32 PM

I rewatched Aliens to know if it would be on my 80's list and now I'm sure it won't be. It's a good film with stunning visuals and specia effects, but I don't see what is worthy of the 8,5 on IMDB I'd give it a solid 7

cricket

01-12-14, 10:32 PM

Can I asked what you like about Killer Joe, I can see that the acting was good but in terms of story and themes seemed a little off putting.

I quite like off putting, loved the chicken scene especially. Unique, sick, and funny.

cricket

01-12-14, 10:38 PM

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3. The Warriors is okay, nothing that good though. It's nothing I would ride home about.It's just ight

I saw it at the movies when it came out so it's more than just a movie to me, it was part of me growing up. Another era I guess; can you dig it?

rauldc14

01-12-14, 11:02 PM

Young Adult- 6/10 fairly crap, but I enjoyed Theron's performance.

Death Race 2000- 7/10 fun and entertaining.

bluedeed

01-12-14, 11:19 PM

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Passion (2012) - 1.5

I actually thought it was watchable and I didn't feel as though I wasted my time, but the execution was really poor. How could such an experienced filmmaker as De Palma make such a weak film?

Well you went and watched yourself the wrong Passion!

http://www.davidbordwell.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/Passion-crane-in-studio.jpg

cricket

01-13-14, 12:20 AM

The Place Beyond the Pines 7.5/10

I don't like using the word ambitious to describe a movie but that's what I felt watching this. It's a great story with a lot of really good performances. It fell a little short of greatness for me but there's nothing wrong with this movie.

I'll always like Bradley Cooper because he's Phil from The Hangover, and I think he's a good actor. He was good in this and Silver Linings Playbook, but he's not the kind of guy where I'll see a movie just because he's the star. I don't think he's at a level to carry a movie.

As a 42 year old guy, I feel funny saying this, but Ryan Gosling is the man.

I don't think there's anyone better than Ray Liotta at doing what he does.

The Gunslinger45

01-13-14, 12:22 AM

http://www.liveforfilms.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/milius-documentary-poster-210x300.jpg

I wanted to see this movie for so long! But dammit no DVD release in the US! Thank you E-Pix for your 14 day free trial! Great documentary about one of my favorite directors!

4.5

Warning: This is a fan boy rating

Miss Vicky

01-13-14, 12:30 AM

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Well that was awkward...

2.5

:(

I thought it was very touching and found Theodore's feelings of frustration, confusion and alienation very relatable. Fantastic perfomance from Joaquin Phoenix.

I give it 4.5+

The Gunslinger45

01-13-14, 12:40 AM

:(

I thought it was very touching and found Theodore's feelings of frustration, confusion and alienation very relatable. Fantastic perfomance from Joaquin Phoenix.

I give it 4.5+

As I was watching this I had the feeling you would like it a lot. And I am very glad you did seeing as you were really looking forward to this movie. :)

IDK it did not connect with me. But the film did get a few laughs out of me. Like the part about the dead cat in the beginning. I wish I could have seen the look on my face when that happened.

Miss Vicky

01-13-14, 12:45 AM

IDK it did not connect with me. But the film did get a few laughs out of me. Like the part about the dead cat in the beginning. I wish I could have seen the look on my face when that happened.

Yeah, it doesn't seem like your kind of movie. I think it's much more fitted to my personality than to yours.

The dead cat bit was funny as hell, but I must say I was very seriously relieved that I'd gone to see the movie with a friend, instead of my usual movie watching buddy... my mother.

The Gunslinger45

01-13-14, 12:48 AM

Yeah, it doesn't seem like your kind of movie. I think it's much more fitted to my personality than to yours.

The dead cat bit was funny as hell, but I must say I was very seriously relieved that I'd gone to see the movie with a friend, instead of my usual movie watching buddy... my mother.

That would have been awkward! lol

I will also this, Joaquin did do a great job in the movie. His acting was fantastic. Scarlet Johanson's voice over work was also very good.

Oh yeah the little foul mouthed video game character was awesome too.

Frightened Inmate No. 2

01-13-14, 12:48 AM

there was a 0% chance that miss vicky wouldn't love that movie.

Miss Vicky

01-13-14, 12:49 AM

there was a 0% chance that miss vicky wouldn't love that movie.

What makes you say that?

Trust me, there are several Phoenix movies that I don't love.

Oh yeah the little foul mouthed video game character was awesome too.

Yeah that guy had me rolling.

The Gunslinger45

01-13-14, 12:54 AM

What makes you say that?

Trust me, there are several Phoenix movies that I don't love.

You have me curious now. Which ones?

Miss Vicky

01-13-14, 01:01 AM

You have me curious now. Which ones?

It's All About Love is awful.

I don't love The Master, The Yards, Two Lovers, We Own the Night, I'm Still Here, The Village, Buffalo Soldiers or Ladder 49. Although this does not mean that I don't like his performances in these movies. Actually I think he's quite good in all of them. His performances in The Master and The Yards were particularly great, but the movies weren't.

I can't quite comment on his performance in It's All About Love, though. I never finished it. I couldn't. I've tried. It's just... that bad. I read a review of it once that said:

"I think that the actors and actresses were held at gunpoint to make this film - I can't possibly think that they voluntarily decided on this script... Watching this movie was like slitting my wrists while hanging from my toenails... If you are interested in wasting a few hours of your time, I suggest getting into the long line at the Department of Transportation just for kicks before selecting this flick."

I agree.

The Gunslinger45

01-13-14, 01:04 AM

It's All About Love is awful.

I don't love The Master, The Yards, Two Lovers, We Own the Night, I'm Still Here, The Village, Buffalo Soldiers or Ladder 49. Although this does not mean that I don't like his performances in these movies. Actually I think he's quite good in all of them. His performances in The Master and The Yards were particularly great, but the movies weren't.

I can't quite comment on his performance in It's All About Love, though. I never finished it. I couldn't. I've tried. It's just... that bad. I read a review of it once that said:

"I think that the actors and actresses were held at gunpoint to make this film - I can't possibly think that they voluntarily decided on this script... Watching this movie was like slitting my wrists while hanging from my toenails... If you are interested in wasting a few hours of your time, I suggest getting into the long line at the Department of Transportation just for kicks before selecting this flick."

I agree.

Damn... must be a terrible movie.

*searches IMBD for plot summary*

Yup. Sounds terrible.

Frightened Inmate No. 2

01-13-14, 01:07 AM

What makes you say that?

Trust me, there are several Phoenix movies that I don't love.

1.joaquin phoenix
2. you have another spike jonze in your top 10
3. joaquin phoneix
4. it's gotten great reviews
5. it looks like a really endearing and sweet movie, which you seem to enjoy based on movies like up and ratatouille being in your top 10
6. it just looks really, really good

cricket

01-13-14, 01:08 AM

A Good Day to Die Hard-rating incomplete

I won't rate this movie because I shut it off after about 35 minutes. Going in, I thought maybe a big problem with the movie would be that Bruce Willis would seem too old. I think Bruce Willis was fine, he was not the problem. The problems are numerous but it really begins with the studio. The Die Hard franchise is supposed to mean something. This movie should've had a big time director, a much better supporting cast, and a dynamic villain. It had none of that, and therefore should not have been made. The studio did not take the Die Hard name seriously and they should be ashamed.

The Gunslinger45

01-13-14, 01:11 AM

A Good Day to Die Hard-rating incomplete

I won't rate this movie because I shut it off after about 35 minutes. Going in, I thought maybe a big problem with the movie would be that Bruce Willis would seem too old. I think Bruce Willis was fine, he was not the problem. The problems are numerous but it really begins with the studio. The Die Hard franchise is supposed to mean something. This movie should've had a big time director, a much better supporting cast, and a dynamic villain. It had none of that, and therefore should not have been made. The studio should be ashamed.

PREACH! Now what are you thoughts on them doing a 6th one?

cricket

01-13-14, 01:13 AM

PREACH! Now what are you thoughts on them doing a 6th one?

I have no problem with endless sequels as long as there's quality. But once there's a stinker like this, game over.

s1n1st3r

01-13-14, 01:55 AM

I have no problem with endless sequels as long as there's quality. But once there's a stinker like this, game over.

I haven't even bothered to watch it because of the bad wrap, I mean people hated Die Hard 4 but I didn't mind it and they kept the formula, decent actors, decent villain... decent movie.

Mmmm Donuts

01-13-14, 02:24 AM

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Well that was awkward...

2.5

I wonder if I would give it a similar rating... No doubt about it, this is a well made film, just judging from all the positive feedback thus far. But sometimes, a movie just doesn't appeal to some people, with no particular fault of the movie itself.

I think I'd be willing to give it a watch, but I have plenty of other films from 2013 that I really want to watch, so we'll see how it works out...

jiraffejustin

01-13-14, 04:33 AM

I think you should give it a shot, Donuts. I can't honestly say I have a grasp on your tastes yet, but even if it's something you don't love I think there will be enough in the movie to make it worth your while.

ScarletLion

01-13-14, 05:16 AM

Captain Phillips - Solid movie that was directed very well. 7/10

Matteo

01-13-14, 08:10 AM

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The Ascent (1977)

There has perhaps been no war film more harrowing, more dismal, and more shattering than this. It is dispirited, despondent, and provides its viewers nothing other than the dastardly reality of the Great Patriotic War. An utterly unforgiving viewing, but one of necessity as there are few films that hold as much force as this. It is through its sweeping black and white photography where Shepitko illuminates the boundless, infinite, and stark landscape of rural Russia, saturated in limitless white, in the midst of treacherous, perilous conditions, at the core of humanity's most deadliest conflict. It is a visual masterwork, adopting a very stifle, unsettling approach, spawning images that are both painfully poignant and dismaying, but also very real and stern. Through all of its optical beauty, it is the music, furnishing a sense of underlying creepiness and a gripping screen presence (Plotnikov, in particular, being absolutely remarkable) that makes this not only one of the most dexterous of war films, or even one of the leading, preeminent Soviet works, but simply and unequivocally one of the best films I have ever seen. A haunting masterwork that manages to steer away from any propagandic overtones (uncommon in Soviet films that deal with these type of subjects), and provide nothing but a bleak and intrepid depiction of the seemingly inevitable demise of those struggling to survive in rural Russia. Perhaps a 10, which I seldom give away on first viewings. Might stick with a 9.5 and see how its eventual rewatch will hold up.

Mr Minio

01-13-14, 11:41 AM

Glorious! Have you seen Come and See?

BlueLion

01-13-14, 02:27 PM

Well you went and watched yourself the wrong Passion!

http://www.davidbordwell.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/Passion-crane-in-studio.jpg

Which Passion is that?

bluedeed

01-13-14, 02:29 PM

Which Passion is that?

JLG's

Mmmm Donuts

01-13-14, 02:54 PM

The Wolf of Wall Street

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Thanks to Lucas and Cricket for providing me with their services, much obliged. ;)

Yeah, this movie is freakin' fantastic. Writing a full-on review of this would be a real task, so instead, I'll just put in some of my thoughts that might not have been mentioned by others on here (or I just haven't read about them yet).

A round of applause to the brilliant directorial mind of Scorsese, and the entire cast for their tremendous work. I honestly didn't see one bad performance throughout.

Holy sh*t that's a lot of drugs and sex! Damn. Fine, I guess pretty much everyone pointed that out. But wow.

There are some pretty dark undertones scattered across this movie. They're gone as quickly as they come, but they've happened, and it starts to hit home. Maybe this was Scorcese's way of showing that bad or ugly news tends to get swept under the rug when one starts making serious money and living the life of luxury? I don't know. But it was a great way of adding dimensions to this film.

Favourite part? Maybe the 2nd plane scene, but this could easily change with every viewing.

9/10

Why not a 10? :shrug: I can now officially join the band that encourages everyone else to go see this movie. 3 hours is nothing for this; I watched this at midnight on my computer, didn't yawn once. Just imagine going to a packed theatre.

Lucas

01-13-14, 03:15 PM

Glad you loved the movie Donuts. Scorsese is a boss,Leo is a boss, the movie is boss. I couldn't possibly choose a favorite scene but the quaaludes scene killed me(you know what scene I'm talking about). :D

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The Sci-Fi Slob

01-13-14, 03:30 PM

I'm watching The Wolf of Wall Street tonight. I'm looking forward to it even more now that I've read your review, Donuts. :)

BlueLion

01-13-14, 03:50 PM

JLG's

Released over 30 years ago, and De Palma's is already more popular. Something must have gone wrong there for your beloved JGL.

I'll watch Bande à part soon though. Will I like it?

bluedeed

01-13-14, 04:11 PM

Released over 30 years ago, and De Palma's is already more popular. Something must have gone wrong there for your beloved JGL.

I'll watch Bande à part soon though. Will I like it?

Something did go wrong, he got too radical for most people to handle/care for. Bande à Part is/was one of Tarantino's favorite films.

BlueLion

01-13-14, 04:20 PM

Bande à Part is/was one of Tarantino's favorite films.

I know, he even named his company after that movie. Godard was like a God to Tarantino and his influence can clearly be seen (I noticed this especially after seeing Vivre sa Vie), but he's not his biggest fan anymore (probably because he's better).

Here's an interview where he says he has outgrown him http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=feyJdBFCT70

mark f

01-13-14, 04:24 PM

Band of Outsiders is one of Godard's lighter films, so you might like it. I probably think it's his second best (of the 20 I've seen), but I'll admit that's not saying much. :)

MFMT82

01-13-14, 04:38 PM

I am Sam 4

Great movie. Sean Penn does an excellent job.

bluedeed

01-13-14, 04:44 PM

Here's an interview where he says he has outgrown him http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=feyJdBFCT70

That's obviously in reference to 60s Godard. Beyond that it's commonly thought that Godard is too inscrutable to deal with, even academics like Thompson and Bordwell admit that they'd never even attempt to touch films like King Lear since they couldn't pretend to be authorities on it whatsoever. There's a large lack of critical analysis of anything beyond his 60s work. If people are able to say they've outgrown 60s Godard, it's because we've caught up to him, but I don't think anyone would pretend to have caught up with him much past that.

Matteo

01-13-14, 05:33 PM

Glorious! Have you seen Come and See?

Yep. A powerful, gut-wrenching film, for sure, but not in the same league as The Ascent. But I'd say this, Fires on the Plain, and Klimov's film are perhaps the most bleak and harrowing war films I have ever seen.

cricket

01-14-14, 01:04 AM

Sexy Celebrity

01-14-14, 01:12 AM

The Doom Generation 6.5/10

Weird in a way that doesn't usually work for me but I ended up liking it. At first, I thought the characters were uninteresting but they grew on me, and that was a big key. It wasn't boring, in fact it flew by, and there were some cool things happening. I wasn't quite sure the meaning of some things, such as a recurring number, and the fact that the female character kept running into people who seemingly knew her. It may be a movie that requires another watch. I would like to try some more of the directors work, notably Mysterious Skin. He has an interesting point of view. Not my type of movie but it was good.

I've watched The Doom Generation many times and I'm not sure what to tell you in terms of its meaning. Make your own, I say. Mysterious Skin is good, but much more serious in tone. I really liked Smiley Face, which follows a day in the life of Anna Faris stoned on marijuana. There are still others of his that I need to see.

cricket

01-14-14, 01:17 AM

I've watched The Doom Generation many times and I'm not sure what to tell you in terms of its meaning. Make your own, I say. Mysterious Skin is good, but much more serious in tone. I really liked Smiley Face, which follows a day in the life of Anna Faris stoned on marijuana. There are still others of his that I need to see.

I noticed Smiley Face when I looked up what else he's done. I actually quite like Anna Faris so that's another one that interests me. My wife may even be interested in that too, since she quite likes marijuana.

MovieBuffering

01-14-14, 01:44 AM

Well I was finally guilt tripped into watching a few Hitchcock films. I was a Hitchcock virgin, I had been meaning to watch some of his flicks for a few years now. I have the ability to now.

First up I watched Psycho.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/b/b9/Psycho_(1960).jpg
Takes some adjusting for me to watch old flicks like this. I have to throw away all my preconceived notions of movies today. It was pretty well written and the famous Hitchcock suspense was evident. I wasn't on the edge of my seat, but I could see how in 1960, probably never having seen anything like it, you would definitely be hanging on to the edge of it. Interesting plot line, wasn't afraid to rid of characters and it had a lot of different characters which I wasn't expecting. Some of the acting left a little bit to be desired for me but again it was probably great for then. The movie was enjoyable enough I can see why it is so admired, influences alot of movies after it.. The knife shots were iconic and the end was sorta neat.

I'd give it a 3/5.

The second one I watched was North By Northwest

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I enjoyed this one a lot more then psycho. This felt like classic movie making. I bet watching this in 1959 felt like a new experience. Cary Grant is just a classic movie star and this show cased his smooth persona. The only super knock I had on him was the drunk scenes, phew those were comically bad, specially when he was driving. The plot was awesome it had more twist and surprises then almost any movie I have ever seen. Every 15 minutes it would just veer into a completely new direction and it worked. The airplane scene was as iconic as I thought it would be, very cool. Just a really neat old flick.

I'd give it 4.5/5

I'm hoping to catch Vertigo here before the week is out.

AF.

01-14-14, 02:52 AM

I've only seen 2 Hitchcock films, Vertigo and Psycho. Definitely liked Psycho more, I felt Vertigo was great but held back by its length. At some points you just want it to end and that's not a good feeling to have when watching a movie.

Would have Psycho at 8/10 and Vertigo a tad lower.

Pussy Galore

01-14-14, 03:39 AM

Hitchcock is my favorite director and I've seen 17 of his movies. His best film is between Psycho and Rear Window imo.

If you liked North by Northwest I'd suggest To Catch a Thief. It's a movie with Cary Grant as well and it's really entertaining same as North By Northwest.

Matteo

01-14-14, 03:46 AM

The Wrong Man is very underrated, too, and, apparently, one of Hitchcock's personal favourites.

Pussy Galore

01-14-14, 04:40 AM

Yes, I love the Wrong Men. Hitchcock said it's one of my most surreal film and it's the only one based on factual events

ScarletLion

01-14-14, 05:14 AM

12 Years a Slave

It's good. Very good. And brutal. But it pays off, even though it's plot is hardly revelatory. Ejiofor is very good but Fassbender absolutely steals the show. He is amazing in it. As is Lupita Nyongo as Patsey.

8.5/10

Camo

01-14-14, 05:24 AM

Yes, I love the Wrong Men. Hitchcock said it's one of my most surreal film and it's the only one based on factual events

Rope is based on the Leopold and Loeb murder.

the samoan lawyer

01-14-14, 05:31 AM

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American Hustle.

I was expecting better. I thought Jennifer Lawrence stole the show though. 7.5/10

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The Three Amigos - 6/10

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Absolute Epic! - 9/10

ScarletLion

01-14-14, 05:34 AM

The Three Amigos - 6/10

As comedies go, it's a classic. Chevy Chase at his best. 8.5/10

babu

01-14-14, 06:17 AM

The Intouchables 10/10 Perfect. Must watch.

Captain Phillips, good film 8/10.

Barney

01-14-14, 07:43 AM

spirited away

just watched lastnight thoroughly enjoyed it. very imaginative characters storyline is very plain. but csnt expect much frm an animation? made me want to watch te rest of mizayaki movies as im now very curious about the rest of his stuff

8/10

Matteo

01-14-14, 09:55 AM

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Shame (2011)

At its core, McQueen's film is a compelling portrayal of addiction and its inevitable ramifications. Unfortunately, the film is riddled with inconsistency. It has moments ranging from arrant brilliance to downright mediocrity. It was mostly through Fassbender's dauntless and bold performance where we got to see the former. It was predominantly through the irresolute direction and vague writing where we (unfortunately) saw the latter. At times, it felt like an intricate character piece, diving into some ideas with a great degree of temerity and restraint. Other times, an aimless, and fairly repetitious string-of-events with an irritatingly disconnected and ambiguous protagonist. It had numerous moments to advance its inherently intriguing story, but never seized the opportunity. I understood its final product, but it was ultimately too capricious to be considered - what could have been - a very accomplished piece. Maybe a 6 or 6.5 here.

Nostromo87

01-14-14, 10:07 AM

Network (1976), Howard Beale (Finch) just doesn't give a f*k anymore

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Faye Dunaway was smokin hot. liked William Holden -as always. not to mention Robert Duvall, one of my favorite actors, even tho he plays a son-of-a-b!tch here. only critique is i thought the romance that develops between Holden and Dunaway was a tad on the blah side

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4.5