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Not a huge animated fan but I will be watching some animated films along the way. :D
12th April 2014
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975, 100 mins) - I liked this film a lot. It's just so different to anything I have ever seen. The scenes when they first meet the people at the mansion were fantastic and my favorite. Some of the "arty" scenes were great too, like the lips at the beginning. I was smiling throughout most of the film and I thought I disliked musicals. I really did enjoy this a lot even though there were a few scenes that got a little "too-weird".
My Rating: 90/100
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There are a lot of great musicals out there. Don't be hatin'.
Maybe I got a bad introduction to them in life. ;)
Care to name few? :3
Here are some of my favorites...
All That Jazz
Dancer in the Dark
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Meet Me in St. Louis
Grease
Cabaret
Moulin Rouge! (I think you'd like this one)
Singin' in the Rain
South Park: Bigger, Longer And Uncut :p
Well I recommended one animated film anyway, Perfect Blue, and I'll be very sad if you don't watch it. :)
Personally I can't stand musicals, and I must confess I didn't like The Rocky Horror Picture Show. But it is a good movie for sure, and Susan Sarandon was lovely in it.
Well Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Merry Poppins, and The Wizard of Oz are the musicals I've liked the most though I could still do without the singing. :P
Thanks for the suggestions! I've added a few to my watchlist. I'll definitely give Moulin Rouge a watch in the near future. =D
Zotis, I've added that too. :)
I'll be anticipating your review. Oh I just thought of another movie I was meaning to recommend, Caliber 9. It's a 70's Italian crime movie by Fernando Di Leo.
Cover: upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/3/33/Milano_calibro_9.jpg
I'll add that too. :)
Thanks again!
12th April 2014 cont,
Pulp Fiction (1994, 154 mins) rewatch - yeah, this film is a masterpiece and not only because I love Uma Thurman. This film has great cinematography, editing, storyline, pace, humor, acting and music. This really is Tarantino at his finest but I can't place it above Kill Bill right now because I just love that movie way too much. It's been a while since I've watched this film and totally forgot about some of the stuff that happened in it. This was the first time I've watched it properly and taken in what was happening throughout the whole film. This film a day challenge has changed my view on film and has allowed me to enjoy film even more than before.
IF YOU DON'T AGREE WITH ME THEN I'M GONNA HAVE TO GO MEDIEVAL ON YO' ASS!!
My Rating: 97/100
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Nausicaä
04-12-14, 06:42 PM
and I thought I disliked musicals.
Since you liked The Rocky Horror Picture Show, check out the musical called Phantom of the Paradise, it's fabulous. Also, I couldn't get into the film but you might like Repo! The Genetic Opera. Definitely check out Cabaret that Swan mentioned, amazing film.
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13th April 2014
The Wizard of Oz (1939, 102 mins) - a fantastic musical which I missed out on watching for 18 years now. How? I don't really know if I'm honest. I enjoyed this film a lot and found it to be a lot of fun.
My Rating: 89/100
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Now that I think about it, he looks nothing like a lion.
13th April 2014 Cont.
A Clockwork Orange (1971, 136 mins) rewatch - even better the second time around. Deserves an even higher rating than I gave before.
New Rating: 97/100
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13th April 2014
Saw (2004, 103 mins) rewatch - a decent thriller with a good ending but nothing incredibly special and if I recall it was the best out of all of them. I'll rewatch the other ones too... probably. Although the last two will be first watches I think.
My Rating: 79/100
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I will post my update tomorrow morning.I'm glad to see you liked Clockwork Orange and Pulp Fiction.
I've been thinking about it and I think it's time for a change of my favorite film of all time. A Clockwork Orange is too perfect and does deserve a higher rating than what I even gave it today.
NEW RATING: 98/100
Why don't you give it a 100/100?
bluedeed
04-13-14, 07:04 PM
What's the difference?
jiraffejustin
04-13-14, 07:05 PM
What's the difference?
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bluedeed
04-13-14, 07:06 PM
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it's 1 sig fig anyways though
I could give it a hundred, it probably deserves it but I don't feel I know enough about films get to give it that perfect number. I don't know if you'll get what I mean?
Understandable. You should watch 2001: A Space Odyssey and give it your first 100/100.
I'll be watching it again next week anyway because my girlfriend wants to see it. She needs to read the novel for her college work too. Maybe I'll up the rating then.
Understandable. You should watch 2001: A Space Odyssey and give it your first 100/100.
I plan to watch that, I'll try watch it next week too. :)
So, is Kubrick going to be my new favorite director? XD
Kubrick's not a director... he's a DEMIGOD!!!
So... you're going to watch all the Saw movies eh? Hrmm... of course you're entitled to... in my professional (okay amateur) opinion only the first one was worth watching. If you like violent movies though I highly recommend Ichi the Killer (2001). But you HAVE to watch the uncut version, because the regular version cuts out all of the most violent and sexually disturbing parts and it absolutely ruins the movie because its disturbing violence and sexuality is the whole point of it. It is not one of those "violence just for the sake of it" movies though, the plot, dialogue, and characters are fantastic as well. It's about Yakuzas and an emotionally stunted dork who is actually a deadly killer.
I've heard of that because I was going to research Yakuza films! I'll give it a watch sometime (and I'm only watching Saw when I'm tired or doing some light college work). Thanks for the suggestion!
Oh dang, Audition (1999), you have to watch that. It is a masterpiece, a cult classic of Japanese horror brutal, shocking, and disturbing.
There's also this movie called Election (2005) which I highly recommend. I thought it was about Yakuzas, but it's actually about the Triads.
11th April
Ice Age(2002,81min)
Verdict: 8/10
12th April
The Good,the Bad and the Ugly(1966,161min)
Verdict: 9.5/10
13th April
Green Street Hooligans(2005,109min)
Hmmm,It is a good movie but it's not like this...I mean people can talk all day long about "hooligans" but that is like 5% of sport fans,I mean even some "hooligans" are not hooligans really,if you get in a fight it dosent mean you are a hooligan...But all in all it was ok. :)
Oh dang, Audition (1999), you have to watch that. It is a masterpiece, a cult classic of Japanese horror brutal, shocking, and disturbing.
There's also this movie called Election (2005) which I highly recommend. I thought it was about Yakuzas, but it's actually about the Triads.
14th April 2014
Audition (1999, 115 mins) - thanks, this film has probably scarred me for life. Just kidding, but wow this film was creepy. Brutally realistic and super strange. I didn't completely understand it but I think I do now after reading some stuff. Now, I didn't love this film but I did think it was good and I am glad that I watched it so thanks for the suggestion. =D
My Rating: 78/100
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My 3rd watch of Clockwork very soon! My girlfriends first watch. :33
14th April 2014
A Clockwork Orange (1971, 136 mins) rewatch - yeah, she liked it. I'm glad. Hehe, although she said about an 88/100. I will be watching this again very soon, for the 4th time, when I get my Blu-Ray Digibook! :D
Reminds me of when I bought Ghost in the Shell and watched it twice back to back in one sitting and then again the very next day.
15th April 2014
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964, 95 mins) - I enjoyed this, it was a lot different to what I was expecting. I found it funny and I thought that the overall plot worked well. Definitely glad I watched this. I am looking forward for to watching more Kubrick films.
My Rating: 87/100
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The Sci-Fi Slob
04-15-14, 11:01 AM
11/4/14
The Cure (2014) - A low budget Contagion clone. 2.5
12/4/14
The Machine (2013) - Great British sci-fi drama. 3.5
13/4/14
Dead Mans Shoes (2004) (Re-watch) My favorite British film of the last 15 years. 5
14/4/14
Jaws (1975) (Re-watch) - Masterpiece. 5
the samoan lawyer
04-15-14, 11:11 AM
rep for Jaws and Dead Man's Shoes, its phenomenal. Not seen the other 2 yet.
16th April 2014
The Shining (1980, 113 mins) - I liked it. But I'm very confused. I like this sort of thing though. I will rewatch very soon and look at some videos and explanations. Also, my next watch will be the directors cut. I'm not rating it just yet.
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My summary of The Shining's plot:
A man takes a job as the caretaker of a resort that is closed for the season. He moves in with his family and they get settled. He begins to go insane and sees manifestations of ghosts. His son also has a supernatural experience which leads him to call for help from an outsider and write "Murder" backwards so that his mother eventually sees it in the mirror and is alerted that they might escape.
Does that clear anything up for you? Or was it too basic and there were more subtle things you didn't get?
My summary of The Shining's plot:
A man takes a job as the caretaker of a resort that is closed for the season. He moves in with his family and they get settled. He begins to go insane and sees manifestations of ghosts. His son also has a supernatural experience which leads him to call for help from an outsider and write "Murder" backwards so that his mother eventually sees it in the mirror and is alerted that they might escape.
Does that clear anything up for you? Or was it too basic and there were more subtle things you didn't get?
I understood the main plot but thank you. I didn't get a lot of the subtle things and the ending. :)
Okay cool, sorry when you said you didn't get the movie I heard, "You didn't get the main plot."
It's not a problem. Thanks. :)
So I just finished watching Room 237 which is the documentary for the Shining and hidden meaning and I am shocked. However, I don't know what to believe to be honest.
That's interesting, but what kind of things were you wondering about and what did you learn from the documentary? Not that I'll be much help since I only watched it once years ago and didn't dig too deeply into its meaning. I owe it a re-watch for sure, but my to watch list is massive and growing like an inter-dimensional beast. So I'm not sure when I'll get around to it. But I may bump it up some notches to give you some feedback.
That's interesting, but what kind of things were you wondering about and what did you learn from the documentary? Not that I'll be much help since I only watched it once years ago and didn't dig too deeply into its meaning. I owe it a re-watch for sure, but my to watch list is massive and growing like an inter-dimensional beast. So I'm not sure when I'll get around to it. But I may bump it up some notches to give you some feedback.
First it is said to make points about the indians (nothing I know much about to be honest as a Brit), the Holocaust and even the first Lunar Landing (being faked?) .
Anyway, for now I think I will be giving it an 85/100. It may get a higher rating in the near future.
P.S. - I don't tend to like horror.
I've never seen the "Kubrick European Cut" of 113 minutes. I did see the 146 minute version once at the theatre before he cut 2 minutes at the end. But otherwise I've only seen the 144 minute one.
As far as Room 237 goes, I personally take none of the "theories" very seriously, although it's mildly interesting as a sociological study of how movies drive the watchers insane. :)
First it is said to make points about the indians (nothing I know much about to be honest as a Brit), the Holocaust and even the first Lunar Landing (being faked?) .
Yeah, none of that is ringing any bells. Well unfortunately it came out in 1980 so I won't be watching it for the 70's MoFo, but we'll see. If I get in the mood I may pop it on.
I personally love Horror when it's done well, but not in general. The Exorcist and Alien were my first loves. :P
16th April Cont.
Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991, 137 mins) rewatch - fantastic film and probably my favorite ever watch of it (it's probably my 4th or 5th, maybe more) . Last time I watched this was back in October before I started this challenge or really started getting into films. Definitely makes my top 10.
My Rating: 95/100
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14th April
Hitman(2007,100min)
Game=epic,movie not so much...
Verdict: 5.5/10
15th April
Fast Five(2011,130min)
Verdict: 8/10
16th April
The Usual Suspects(1995,106min)(5th rewatch)
Verdict: 10/10
Also Sin City has been dropped down a bit because I feel I rated it a little too high. Still on my top 10 though.
Thread will be updated soon. Either today or the next few days.
Also Sin City has been dropped down a bit because I feel I rated it a little too high. Still on my top 10 though.
Thread will be updated soon. Either today or the next few days.
Sin City is great movie and I'm glad it is in your top 10.
lolloll
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EDIT: Just saw you are random posting in other threads also...Well your life has a point...
Sin City is great movie and I'm glad it is in your top 10.
It's still great. I literally moved it from 95/100 to 94/100 but it made 2 places of a difference. I've only seen it the once so maybe once I watch it again I'll place it higher again. My list is pretty dynamic at the moment as I am discovering a lot of things. :)
It's still great. I literally moved it from 95/100 to 94/100 but it made 2 places of a difference. I've only seen it the once so maybe once I watch it again I'll place it higher again. My list is pretty dynamic at the moment as I am discovering a lot of things.
I saw you want to watch more older movies so I recommend The Shining if you didn't watch it.Inception and The Usual Suspects also but I guess you watched them.
I saw you want to watch more older movies so I recommend The Shining if you didn't watch it.Inception and The Usual Suspects also but I guess you watched them.
I watched the Shining today!! :D
I've seen usual Suspects too but wasn't huge on it. I still need to see Inception though. :)
I watched the Shining today!! :D
I've seen usual Suspects too but wasn't huge on it. I still need to see Inception though. :)
Oh nice,I can't w8 to hear your thoughts on the Shining.Hmmm interesting,when I saw The Usual Suspects first time I was blown away,I guess it would be boring if we all like same things,hehehe. :)
Oh nice,I can't w8 to hear your thoughts on the Shining.Hmmm interesting,when I saw The Usual Suspects first time I was blown away,I guess it would be boring if we all like same things,hehehe. :)
I was unsure at first with the Shining, my first thoughts are on the previous page. I knew there was more to it so I looked into it, even watched the documentary whilst doing my college work (mainly focusing on the documentary xD). I do this the idea of it a lot now and I will rewatch it. Do doubt. I gave it an 85 for now, but that could increase dramatically now I have some more contextual information.
As for The Usual Suspects, that was an early film I watched. January I think, it was very different for me and I feel like I was only just starting to adapt to new forms of cinema, so I probably missed a lot to be honest. Maybe it would be worth looking at it again? :)
I know that probably sounds like the worst excuse ever! XD
I watched The Usual Suspects few months ago,maybe one month before you joined something like that but it was not that long,surprised? I didn't watch it when it came out,my excuse is I was 2 years old :D ...I can adjust easy to situation so I can watch Dracula from 30s now and after that watch 300 I wouldn't mind.Watching it again may be a good thing,if you have time go for it.You know that felling when you want to jump around and talk with everyone about movie?That is how I felt after watching TUS,pretty sick :D ...
Inception is also in my top 10 list(you probably know this but I'm big thriller fan) and I recommend it,people tend to say movie is just "meh" or even bad...Well we all love different things,I don't judge it because I didn't find Alien so good as everyone say it is,still it was good movie. :D
Yeah, I'm not so good to adapting to something straight away, I'll have to be in a thriller mood, or comedy mood ect. and stick to that.
I just too a look at your top 10 and we share a few titles. American Psycho used to be on mine but I've watched a lot of great content recently and it's taken a hit and dropped to 17 on my top 100 that I am making.
A lot of people have told be Inception is good, but most say its not really that hard to understand and it's not even that great. But I don't care too much for my real life friend opinion to be honest because they all seem to have the worst taste. XD
I mean one said meh to Kill Bill, Shawshank and even Clockwork... so yeah their opinion is invalid in my books. ;)
honeykid
04-16-14, 07:50 PM
I mean one said meh to Kill Bill, Shawshank and even Clockwork... so yeah their opinion is invalid in my books. ;)
Meh would be a favourable rating for Clockwork from me. :p And I'm not all that about Kill Bill, either.
Yeah, I'm not so good to adapting to something straight away, I'll have to be in a thriller mood, or comedy mood ect. and stick to that.
I just too a look at your top 10 and we share a few titles. American Psycho used to be on mine but I've watched a lot of great content recently and it's taken a hit and dropped to 17 on my top 100 that I am making.
A lot of people have told be Inception is good, but most say its not really that hard to understand and it's not even that great. But I don't care too much for my real life friend opinion to be honest because they all seem to have the worst taste. XD
I mean one said meh to Kill Bill, Shawshank and even Clockwork... so yeah their opinion is invalid in my books. ;)
I think Inception is not easy but not that hard to understand,you need to think about it but its not complicated,it looks like it is but it is not,something like thing I just wrote :D .Ending is just...well you will see.I'm glad we have few similar titles in our lists.
Meh would be a favourable rating for Clockwork from me. :p And I'm not all that about Kill Bill, either.
Well, your opinion sucks! ;) sorry<3.
It's just bad when it comes from people who favor something like Twilight. =D
Someone favor's Twilight? Where did I putt my Batman sign...
I'll give her two years to grow out of it (shes 16).
Thankfully, my girlfriend is liking the films I show her and I've told her to be honest. I do hope she's being honest.... and she refuses to ever watch twilight. :)
I'll give her two years to grow out of it (shes 16's).
Thankfully my girlfriend is liking the films I show her and I've told her to be honest. I do hope she's being honest. xD
Show her Blade I or II and say this is how it is,they don't sparkle! hehhe,just kidding dont say that. :D
But yea she will probably grow out of it,with your movie taste she will probably get out of twilight mod even sooner.
I literally haven't seen Blade. Well, I've seen bits when I was younger. That's probably bad. Right?
Blade is not really worth watching if you ask me. I mean it's no The Shining or Donnie Darko if you know what I mean. It's more of a generic action movie. Good for some lighthearted entertainment if you're watching it with someone who's not a movie buff.
Man,ofc it is not The Shining and Donnie Darko ,its not even close,I never said it is,dont putt words into my mouth...I just said let her watch Blade because she will see better vampires and decant action flick...Not worth watching really?You never wanted to watch good action movie without thinking,just enjoy it?It is a decant movie.
I literally haven't seen Blade. Well, I've seen bits when I was younger. That's probably bad. Right?
Blade is decant movie as I said,it is not masterpiece,just a decant action flick,I enjoyed it.One of those movies you just relax and watch people get slashed :D ...I'm not big action fan but I still enjoyed it.And compared to Twilight,Blade has real vampires. :)
Well, at least it's not an atrocity that I haven't seen it. I will probably watch it sometime when I just want to take a step back and watch something generic, but half-decent which is something I think both of you agree on. :)
17th April 2014
Casablanca (1942, 102 mins) - definitely not my thing unfortunately. At least not right now, the context and story really didn't engage me at all and I unfortunately found it boring. I won't give it a rating because I'm obviously part of a minority here. Don't hate me.
I fell same way about it.Don't be scared do tell your rating,but yea I know what you mean,I said Alien was decant movie. :D
rauldc14
04-17-14, 03:51 PM
17th April 2014
Casablanca (1942, 102 mins) - definitely not my thing unfortunately. At least not right now, the context and story really didn't engage me at all and I unfortunately found it boring. I won't give it a rating because I'm obviously part of a minority here. Don't hate me.
Get out:D
Daniel M
04-17-14, 03:56 PM
I fell same way about it.Don't be scared do tell your rating,but yea I know what you mean,I said Alien was decant movie. :D
Saying Alien is decent is far from anything controversial or shocking.
Anyway, a shame that you didn't enjoy Casablanca, because I think it's a great film. There seems to be a few around here who feel the same as you though. For me it has everything I love about classic films: complex and cynical characters and relationships, brilliantly written dialogue, and just an overall irresistible charm and elegance in its style.
The "problem" with Casablanca is that it's so good that many people don't notice. The acting and dialogue is so effortless that it comes across as boring to some, instead of awesome which they are. Michael Curtiz's staging and pacing is also missed because it can seem bland, but look closer. But expectations and awareness do play a part, as they always do with most movies. :)
dont putt words into my mouth...
I am so confused right now. I wasn't even referring to anything you said.
Anyway, I haven't seen Casablanca yet, but it's very high on my To Watch list. I avoided it for a long time because I wanted to wait until I was in the right frame of mind to appreciate a classic film. I haven't watched too many films older than the 60's. But I am at the point now where I feel ready to appreciate it, so as I said I'll watch it soon. I actually can't wait.
:cool:
It's a bit of a shame that I didn't enjoy it. I will definitely watch it again but I won't be forcing myself to do it. I'll watch it when I am in the right frame of mind like Zotis said. :)
Derek Vinyard
04-17-14, 05:49 PM
17th April 2014
Casablanca (1942, 102 mins) - definitely not my thing unfortunately. At least not right now, the context and story really didn't engage me at all and I unfortunately found it boring. I won't give it a rating because I'm obviously part of a minority here. Don't hate me.
i very don't like it either ... I understand you hehe
17th April 2014
Casablanca (1942, 102 mins) - definitely not my thing unfortunately. At least not right now, the context and story really didn't engage me at all and I unfortunately found it boring. I won't give it a rating because I'm obviously part of a minority here. Don't hate me.
i very don't like it either ... I understand you hehe
And you like A Clockwork Orange. I like you. ;)
I am so confused right now. I wasn't even referring to anything you said.
Anyway, I haven't seen Casablanca yet, but it's very high on my To Watch list. I avoided it for a long time because I wanted to wait until I was in the right frame of mind to appreciate a classic film. I haven't watched too many films older than the 60's. But I am at the point now where I feel ready to appreciate it, so as I said I'll watch it soon. I actually can't wait.
:cool:
Hmmm,I thought you were saying that I said Blade is same as Darko or Shining but reading it again...Well it was my bad.English can play tricks on me sometimes. :)
Saying Alien is decent is far from anything controversial or shocking.
Anyway, a shame that you didn't enjoy Casablanca, because I think it's a great film. There seems to be a few around here who feel the same as you though. For me it has everything I love about classic films: complex and cynical characters and relationships, brilliantly written dialogue, and just an overall irresistible charm and elegance in its style.
Well,some people didn't felt same way as you did. :D
Derek Vinyard
04-17-14, 06:02 PM
And you like A Clockwork Orange. I like you. ;)
Clockwork Orange is one hell of a amazing movie !
Clockwork Orange is one hell of a amazing movie !
Indeed and I plan to watch V for Vendetta again soon too. =D
Derek Vinyard
04-17-14, 06:10 PM
Indeed and I plan to watch V for Vendetta again soon too. =D
that's it ! Another Masterpiece .
Hmmm,I thought you were saying that I said Blade is same as Darko or Shining but reading it again...Well it was my bad.English can play tricks on me sometimes. :)
No worries.
Indeed and I plan to watch V for Vendetta again soon too. =D
I liked V for Vendetta a lot too, but you should read the graphic novel. It's a lot better. I was reading the wikipedia article on Alen Moore yesterday and found this interesting:
"Moore was quoted as saying that the comic book had been 'specifically about things like fascism and anarchy. Those words, "fascism" and "anarchy," occur nowhere in the film. It's been turned into a Bush-era parable by people too timid to set a political satire in their own country.'"
Pussy Galore
04-17-14, 06:56 PM
i very don't like it either ... I understand you hehe
You just don't like old movie mister Vinyard hahaha
KirstieMarie
04-17-14, 07:49 PM
Hey! I also do film studies at A level. I've wanted to do something like this for so long, i'm sick of people talking about films i've never seen so I'm thinking of starting this as well. I've been so busy revising lately though I might just do it weekends or a few times through the week.
The last film i've seen is Carrie (1976) so if you haven't already then watch that. I enjoyed it, but I love horror films!
The Sci-Fi Slob
04-17-14, 07:54 PM
The last film i've seen is Carrie (1976) so if you haven't already then watch that. I enjoyed it, but I love horror films!
Carrie is a classic; though, the remake is absolutely terrible. If you're a big horror fan (like me), check out my blog.:)
Hey! I also do film studies at A level. I've wanted to do something like this for so long, i'm sick of people talking about films i've never seen so I'm thinking of starting this as well. I've been so busy revising lately though I might just do it weekends or a few times through the week.
The last film i've seen is Carrie (1976) so if you haven't already then watch that. I enjoyed it, but I love horror films!
You should watch anything on my top 10. Make Clockwork a priority. ;)
Also, yeah I've wanted to watch that actually. I'll add it.
Pussy Galore
04-17-14, 08:08 PM
Carrie is a classic, but it doesn't make it that good. The storyline is very cliché except the scene where Carrie goes berserk on everyone
KirstieMarie
04-17-14, 08:11 PM
Carrie is a classic, but it doesn't make it that good. The storyline is very cliché except the scene where Carrie goes berserk on everyone
The ending is fab, I'd react the same as Carrie did haha! Its unexpected and great, her Mother is one crazy bitch as well !
18th April 2014
Superbad (2007, 113 mins) rewatch - I guess this is more of a "guilty pleasure" but I think it's very good compared to most of the other modern films of it's kind. Yeah. I like this film.
My Rating: 80/100
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Shouldn't be a guilty pleasure, Superbad is a modern comedy classic.
Oh, well that's good then. :D
The Sci-Fi Slob
04-17-14, 08:53 PM
Carrie is a classic, but it doesn't make it that good.
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honeykid
04-18-14, 12:38 AM
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I'd willing shoot anyone who did that.
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I think he meant the remake isn't very good.
Derek Vinyard
04-18-14, 12:56 AM
You just don't like old movie mister Vinyard hahaha
false ... Casablanca is just not my kind of movie ..
I think he meant the remake isn't very good.
I don't think he meant the remake was a classic.
Guaporense
04-18-14, 01:46 AM
Shouldn't be a guilty pleasure, Superbad is a modern comedy classic.
Indeed. It has a very dense atmosphere that represents the current teenager/young adult spirit of times as like The Beatles did 5 decades ago. I strongly identified with film and it's depiction of late teenager life. A great movie overall. Rate it 8.5/10.
Guaporense
04-18-14, 01:53 AM
17th April 2014
Casablanca (1942, 102 mins) - definitely not my thing unfortunately. At least not right now, the context and story really didn't engage me at all and I unfortunately found it boring. I won't give it a rating because I'm obviously part of a minority here. Don't hate me.
I found it quite forced and melodramatic. But that's what happens when you don't "grasp" a movie. I guess I will try to watch it again when I have the time but for now it feels like a plain mediocre 1940's melodrama (well The Wind Rises is a Japanese animated attempt at a 1940's American melodrama but it kinda of works for me).
Saying Alien is decent is far from anything controversial or shocking.
Aliens is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made. It's about as respected and famous as Casablanca in it's respective genres. I rated Alien twice as high as Casablanca (5/10 and 10/10). So yes, it is heresy to not think Aliens is great.
Anyway, a shame that you didn't enjoy Casablanca, because I think it's a great film. There seems to be a few around here who feel the same as you though. For me it has everything I love about classic films: complex and cynical characters and relationships, brilliantly written dialogue, and just an overall irresistible charm and elegance in its style.
I find it's style to be completely out of my tastes though. I don't like the mid 20th century American culture and artstyle. I don't know why, it just feels "weak" to me, I find 1980's American culture to be much more interesting, stuff that epitomizes 1980's culture such as The Terminator and Back to the Future feel much better than stuff that epitomizes mid 20th century US culture such as Casablanca and Sunset Boulevard. I guess I cannot identify with it given it's completely removed from my life (it's another country and another culture that existed a long time before I was born).
The "problem" with Casablanca is that it's so good that many people don't notice. The acting and dialogue is so effortless that it comes across as boring to some, instead of awesome which they are. Michael Curtiz's staging and pacing is also missed because it can seem bland, but look closer. But expectations and awareness do play a part, as they always do with most movies. :)
I see. That's a good argument to use when some people don't love my favorite movies and TV series as well. There is something called taste, to me, stuff like Casablanca does not cut.
Guaporense
04-18-14, 01:55 AM
I am so confused right now. I wasn't even referring to anything you said.
Anyway, I haven't seen Casablanca yet, but it's very high on my To Watch list. I avoided it for a long time because I wanted to wait until I was in the right frame of mind to appreciate a classic film. I haven't watched too many films older than the 60's. But I am at the point now where I feel ready to appreciate it, so as I said I'll watch it soon. I actually can't wait.
:cool:
Pre 1960's movies? Kurosawa, Ozu, Mizoguchi is the way to go. Bergman has some interesting stuff as well made before 1960 such as Wild Strawberries.
And also, watch Forbidden Planet, it's is a great 1950's science fiction film with great special effects for it's time and a very interesting concept.
Guaporense
04-18-14, 01:59 AM
6th April 2014 Cont.
A Clockwork Orange (1971, 136 mins) - this film was fantastic and unlike anything I have ever seen before. It's hard for me to review this film to the nature of it but I will try my hardest. I loved the soundtrack and I liked the"theatrical" acting (if you get what I mean?) . The story was complicated and complex but brilliant. The editing and cinematography was also great and at times even masterful. Just a fantastic movie all round and I am glad I finally watched it.
My Rating: 96/100
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My first Kubrick film too. First watched it in 2007.
I'm not a big fan of pre 70's sci-fi, too cheese. The only 70's sci-fi I liked besides Star Wars and Alien was Logan's Run. Although I haven't watched Metropolis yet and I'm sure that will be good. Still, I will add Forbidden Planet to my to watch list. I mean, I've heard of it before, but yeah... didn't add it yet.
I love Kurosawa, and added the others. I have a feeling you are Japense, Guaporense, am I correct?
BlueLion
04-18-14, 10:44 AM
I found it quite forced and melodramatic.
Agreed. I rewatched it recently and concluded it's too artificial for me. I still appreciate its dialogue, but I don't think the film itself is ever going to convince me. It's not like I'm going to watch it again though.
bluedeed
04-18-14, 10:51 AM
I'm not a big fan of pre 70's sci-fi, too cheese. The only 70's sci-fi I liked besides Star Wars and Alien was Logan's Run. Although I haven't watched Metropolis yet and I'm sure that will be good. Still, I will add Forbidden Planet to my to watch list. I mean, I've heard of it before, but yeah... didn't add it yet.
I love Kurosawa, and added the others. I have a feeling you are Japense, Guaporense, am I correct?
Guaporense is Brazilian but is certainly heavily invested in Japanese culture to the point of weeabooism sometimes. Ozu and Mizoguchi are quite possibly the two greatest directors the world has ever seen, and I don't think Kurosawa comes close to them, but Mikio Naruse, whom Guap didn't mention, is the closest to being in their league out of the Japanese studio system of that era.
Guaporense is Brazilian but is certainly heavily invested in Japanese culture to the point of weeabooism sometimes. Ozu and Mizoguchi are quite possibly the two greatest directors the world has ever seen, and I don't think Kurosawa comes close to them, but Mikio Naruse, whom Guap didn't mention, is the closest to being in their league out of the Japanese studio system of that era.
Then I will check them out most promptly!
18th April 2014
The Graduate (1967, 106 mins) - a fantastic film with beautiful music, a great story and brilliant acting. Much better than I was expecting. The music for me was one of the greatest things in this film especially since I'd already heard of these songs on multiple occasions after being shown Simon and Garfunkel by my step dad. Music seems to be one of the most powerful mediums used in film, at least in my opinion and it's definitely one of the reasons that I love Clockwork so much.
My Rating: 89/100
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zLfCnGVeL4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYQaD2CAi9A
Daniel M
04-18-14, 05:04 PM
The Graduate is a great coming of age film and I think it the fact that it's content is what makes it so accessible and appealing to younger people today, it's still a very relevant and touching film.
18th April 2014 Cont.
Into the Wild (2007, 148 mins) - a beautiful and inspirational film with some great cinematography, acting and a fantastic story. This is something that I would like to do with my life, after university. I am very glad I watched this.
My Rating: 90/100
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taFaFEuwHLQ
17th April
Treasure Planet(2002,95min)
Verdict 7.5/10
18th April
Son of Batman(2014,74min)
Verdict: 9/10
19th April
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns,Part 1(2012,76min)
Verdict: 8/10
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns,Part 2(2013,76min)
Verdict: 8.5/10
19th April 2014
Alien (1979, 117) - okay, I am not a huge fan of Sci-Fi's in fact it's probably one of my least favorite genres. However. Alien was a great watch and I enjoyed it a lot. I didn't get lost, I followed the story pretty well. Which is rare for me when watching a Sci-Fi movie because I normally lose interest in them. Sorry Sci-Fi Slob. Forgive me. Anyway, I will probably watch the next film in the set because I'll probably enjoy it. No doubt Ripley gets more badass in the next films?
My Rating: 84/100
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Glad you liked it. Ripley is indeed a badass. :up:
The other movies in the Alien series are not worth watching in comparison. They don't have the same caliber of acting, directing, dialogue, or plot.
The Gunslinger45
04-19-14, 03:02 PM
In Aliens she becomes an uber badass!
People only like Aliens for the content. There are marines, there's action, and there's lots of aliens. But it's not a very good movie, it's just okay.
The Gunslinger45
04-19-14, 04:24 PM
Nonsense poopy pants! It is a great movie. :D
I'd love to know your criteria. :P
iMDb seems to think it's good. :3
Of course, because it's popular.
Aha, well fair enough, I can't say much yet cause' I haven't seen it. :)
Let's just say it didn't revolutionize a genre. I'd suggest watching it when you're in the mood for an action movie.
I like Aliens, but it doesn't hold a candle to the first film.
I often gauge people's movie taste by which they liked more. If they say Aliens I change the subject. ;)
The Gunslinger45
04-19-14, 04:42 PM
I'd love to know your criteria. :P
Strong leads, excellent and memorable supporting cast, plenty of great action, expands upon the previous universe, Ellen Ripley is an excellent character, fantastic practical effects, and looks like a big budget blockbuster but was actually made for around 18 million bucks.
Also VERY quotable.
Strong leads, excellent and memorable supporting cast, plenty of great action, expands upon the previous universe, Ellen Ripley is an excellent character, fantastic practical effects, and looks like a big budget blockbuster but was actually made for around 18 million bucks.
Also VERY quotable.Hmm... I feel a movie needs to be nearly flawless in its construction and composition, needs superb acting and directing, and has to have an extra something special in its content and technique to qualify as a great movie. James Cameron can't compete with Ridley Scott. The criteria you mentioned makes the movie decent, but to be fair the acting was only exceptional from Sigourney Weaver. And while the movie was very entertaining, it was significantly lacking in some of the most basic fundamental characteristics of film. The marines were stereotypical jocks with little to no personality serving as little more than cannon fodder. The plot also wasn't very strong.
A couple examples of unrealistic elements:
The android should have been on the company's side, like the android in the first film. His sympathy was not calculated or explained, not robotic in any way.
There is no reason why the little girl should have survived. Holing up in a little shaft like area when the aliens can break through floors and ceilings just fine, and going out and about to get food and stuff, she would have at least gotten picked off at some point before the soldiers arrived. They just wanted a little girl to survive to be cute and inspire sympathy in the viewers.
honeykid
04-19-14, 05:07 PM
The other movies in the Alien series are not worth watching in comparison. They don't have the same caliber of acting, directing, dialogue, or plot.
People only like Aliens for the content. There are marines, there's action, and there's lots of aliens. But it's not a very good movie, it's just okay.
Very good. + rep. :up:
Alien is OK. Aliens is crap.
Don't give him rep. You'll encourage him. :)
The Gunslinger45
04-19-14, 05:19 PM
Hmm... I feel a movie needs to be nearly flawless in its construction and composition, needs superb acting and directing, and has to have an extra something special in its content and technique to qualify as a great movie. James Cameron can't compete with Ridley Scott. The criteria you mentioned makes the movie decent, but to be fair the acting was only exceptional from Sigourney Weaver. And while the movie was very entertaining, it was significantly lacking in some of the most basic fundamental characteristics of film. The marines were stereotypical jocks with little to no personality serving as little more than cannon fodder. The plot also wasn't very strong.
A couple examples of unrealistic elements:
The android should have been on the company's side, like the android in the first film. His sympathy was not calculated or explained, not robotic in any way.
There is no reason why the little girl should have survived. Holing up in a little shaft like area when the aliens can break through floors and ceilings just fine, and going out and about to get food and stuff, she would have at least gotten picked off at some point before the soldiers arrived. They just wanted a little girl to survive to be cute and inspire sympathy in the viewers.
I can't help it if you are a stick in the mud. :p
I kid of course. Everyone has their own tastes.
True. Everyone has their own taste. But quality is objective by definition. If it isn't measurable then there's nothing qualitative about it.
The Gunslinger45
04-19-14, 05:44 PM
Art is subjective. Some people look at a movie like Salo and see something beautiful in spite of it's ugliness. I just see a s*** movie. Pun intended.
Alien >>> Aliens
Nobody can even question this.
Aliens is still a kick-ass action flick though, one of the best you'll ever find.
The Sci-Fi Slob
04-19-14, 06:03 PM
Alien is OK. Aliens is crap.
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I didn't get lost, I followed the story pretty well. Which is rare for me when watching a Sci-Fi movie because I normally lose interest in them. Sorry Sci-Fi Slob. Forgive me.
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How many flippin' times are we gonna argue about this? Oh yeah, every time a new member wants to. :)
19th April 2014 Cont.
10 Things I Hate About You (1999, 97 mins) - this film was much better than first expected. At first I wasn't sure what to think. I thought it was trying to be serious. But when I realized it's just a bunch of fun and wasn't trying to be serious I started to look at it differently and enjoyed it a lot more. It's not a masterpiece but it was great fun to watch and it has got great rewatch value.
My Rating: 83/100
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19th April 2014 Cont #2
Zombieland (2009, 88 mins) - a fantastic zombie comedy, definitely by favorite of it's kind even ahead of "Shaun of the Dead" I think. I've seen this film a lot and I can continue to watch this regularly quite easily because of the nice, quick pacing and the fantastic environments.
My Rating: 85/100
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My favorite zombie comedy is Return of the Living Dead.
I've never seen it. I'll add it to my watchlist. ;)
honeykid
04-19-14, 09:49 PM
You should definitely watch Return Of The Living Dead. :yup:
Cobpyth
04-19-14, 10:08 PM
17th April 2014
Casablanca (1942, 102 mins) - definitely not my thing unfortunately. At least not right now, the context and story really didn't engage me at all and I unfortunately found it boring. I won't give it a rating because I'm obviously part of a minority here. Don't hate me.
Everytime someone says something like that about Casablanca, a small piece of me just dies. It's heartbreaking to me that some people simply don't seem to notice the sheer perfection of that film.
Pfff... :(
The Sci-Fi Slob
04-20-14, 08:09 AM
15/4/14
28 Days Later (2002) - 4
16/4/14
The Hitcher (1986) - 4.5
17/4/14
Redline (2013) - 2
18/4/14
American Hustle (2013) - review coming soon.
19/4/14
Event Horizon (1997) - 4
I definitely gave Zombieland an over-rating. So I'll edit it to 85. Return of the Living Dead review coming up! :)
20th April 2014
The Return of the Living Dead (1985, 91 mins) - well, thanks for the suggestion because this is now my favorite Zomcom (but only by a small margin). It's very funny at times, especially the scene where we see the headless zombie running around and everyone screaming and going frantic. Films rarely make me laugh but this one did. I like the cartoon looking practical gore and it reminded me a lot of Evil Dead. I even preferred this film to the Evil Dead movies. Very rewatchable too!
My Rating: 86/100
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I love that the zombies are smart. :3
I'm going to give Amelie a watch. Looks pretty good.
20th April 2014
The Return of the Living Dead (1985, 91 mins) - well, thanks for the suggestion because this is now my favorite Zomcom (but only by a small margin). It's very funny at times, especially the scene where we see the headless zombie running around and everyone screaming and going frantic. Films rarely make me laugh but this one did. I like the cartoon looking practical gore and it reminded me a lot of Evil Dead. I even preferred this film to the Evil Dead movies. Very rewatchable too!
My Rating: 86/100
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It should be noted the filmmaker behind this project, Dan O'Bannon, was also the creative force behind Alien, writing the films' script, and coming up with the creature. A very talented gentlemen.
It should be noted the filmmaker behind this project, Dan O'Bannon, was also the creative force behind Alien, writing the films' script, and coming up with the creature. A very talented gentlemen.
Oh, that's actually interesting. Thank you. :)
honeykid
04-20-14, 02:08 PM
Amelie is on my 100, so I hope you like it. :)
20th April 2014 Cont.
Amélie (2001, 122 mins) - well, I wasn't expecting it to be this good! Amelie is one of the most beautifully shot films I have ever watched. The story was incredible intriguing and pretty strange (this is a good thing. I like strange movies). I loved the characters, the narrating and the overall plot. It's definitely a film that will need a re-watch in the future. Welcome to my top 10 Amélie.
My Rating: 95/100
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honeykid
04-20-14, 02:34 PM
Glad to see you enjoyed it so much. I adore that film. It's just so sweet and it looks gorgeous.
If you've not seen it before, Heat is on Channel 4 tonight and, as you were talking about watching some older films, The Man In the White Suit is on BBC4 at 7pm, while The Graduate is on ITV3 at 10pm.
Glad to see you enjoyed it so much. I adore that film. It's just so sweet and it looks gorgeous.
If you've not seen it before, Heat is on Channel 4 tonight and, as you were talking about watching some older films, The Man In the White Suit is on BBC4 at 7pm, while The Graduate is on ITV3 at 10pm.
Thanks! I watched "The Graduate" a few days ago, I liked it a lot. I have some other films planned for tonight but I appreciate the info. "Heat" definitely looks great but I think the next longer film on my list to watch is 2001. I might watch it tomorrow. I'll take a loot at "The Man In the White Suit" on iMDb and probably add it to my watchlist. :)
Glad you liked Amelie.
If you liked The Graduate, I recommend Harold and Maude. One of my favorites.
20th April 2014 Cont. #2
Black Hawk Down (2001, 144 mins) - a good war film but this wasn't completely "for me". I just watched it because my mum wanted to watch something with me and she likes true stories. She liked it, but I don't think she loved it. I think people who like war films a lot will like this film a lot more than what I did. I still enjoyed it but I wasn't crazy about it. However I did like that they said not to leave a man behind on multiple occasions.
My Rating: 77/100
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21st April 2014
Hercules (1997, 93 mins) - my favorite Disney film so far. I will be watching more of them because I can hardly remember any of them from childhood and I don't think I saw too many of them either. Definitely enjoyable.
My Rating: 83/100
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Hercules is great, I watched it over and over when I was younger. That and The Little Rascals.
21st April 2014
Kids (1995, 91 mins) - a good film which serves it's purpose of shocking it's audience and sure, it goes a little deep in parts but that's really it. It doesn't go many places, it just takes place over a short time showing some of the things that some teengers get intoand then ending as it did. I didn't believe a lot of the film. Worth a watch... I guess, I just watched it because I'm trying to look at some smaller directors and Harmony Korine is also linked to this.
My Rating: 74/100
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21st April Cont.
Pleasantville (1998, 124 mins) - I kind of lost interest in this movie, but I'm pretty tired so it might need a rewatch. I thought the concept was cool, and I thought the messages (as least what I perceived to be the messages were great) but the movie itself didn't interest me as much as I hoped. What ever your thoughts on the film?
My Rating: 76/100
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The best thing about Pleasantville? Fiona Apple's cover of "Across the Universe", which I like more than the original. Love that girl.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZ5WPXxNzPU
I like Pleasantville. Its not a spectacular films by any means, but its quite enjoyable.
honeykid
04-21-14, 08:06 PM
I liked Pleasantville quite a lot. I'd recommend a rewatch when you're in the mood.
I liked the girl that had a crush on the main character and baked him cookies instead of the character she was supposed to bake them for. She was adorable and really liked him, but he just left her to go back to his world. It made me kinda sad for her. I really liked Pleasantville though.
22nd April 2014
2001: A Space Odyssey (1968, 148 mins) - although, like I said before, Sci-Fi's aren't my thing, 2001 was pretty great. I enjoyed it despite becoming lost towards the end. Naturally, I looked up some explanations and I now have a fairly good idea of the film. It's a film that needs multiple watches I think. The acting was great and the visuals were amazing, especially for 1968. It's not going to make my top 10 but I did enjoy it and maybe after a rewatch or two in the future I may start liking it more.
My Rating: 90/100
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Daniel M
04-22-14, 12:55 PM
I can already hear a massive sigh from Honeykid, but I am glad you enjoyed it, a great film :D
Glad you liked it, too bad it won't make your top ten though.
Never watched 2001: A Space Odyssey. One on my watch-list.
Glad you liked it, too bad it won't make your top ten though.
It might after re-watches but I'm not sure it will. It's still great though. :)
2001: A Space Odyssey bored me a bit the first watch, the second time though I started to understand what was going on and I appreciated it a lot more. It's definitely not for everyone, because it doesn't try to appeal to a general audience or be entertaining. It's just sheer brilliance. True art will never be understood by very many people.
I'm glad you appreciated it Rhys.
2001 was #1 at the box office for six weeks in 1968. :)
Oh I did not know that. The other day at work I asked my co-worker if he knew who Stanley Kubrick was and he didn't. So I mentioned 2001, and he said no he didn't like it. That's the typical response I get from people today at least.
honeykid
04-22-14, 06:43 PM
2001 was #1 at the box office for six weeks in 1968. :)
Which shows how many hippies in America were buying a ticket, getting stoned and then going back for the last 10 minutes. :yup:
Ya gotta watch it once on each type of drug, right?
Which shows how many hippies in America were buying a ticket, getting stoned and then going back for the last 10 minutes. :yup:
I saw it in the '60s and early '70s and most the people at the Saturday matinees were my age. It was number 1 the first three weeks and 3 of the next 7. I think the amount of druggies watching it when it first came out is greatly exaggerated. They did eventually flock to see it, but that was later when they changed the advertising and it was't #1.
Derek Vinyard
04-22-14, 07:51 PM
18th April 2014 Cont.
Into the Wild (2007, 148 mins) - a beautiful and inspirational film with some great cinematography, acting and a fantastic story. This is something that I would like to do with my life, after university. I am very glad I watched this.
My Rating: 90/100
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taFaFEuwHLQ
totally agree Into The Wild is one hell of a great movie .
20th April
The Terminator(1984,107min)
Verdict: 8.5/10
21st April
Terminator 2: Judgment Day(1991,137min)
Verdict: 8.8/10
22nd
Terminator 3:Rise of the Machines(2003,109min)
Verdict: 7/10
I didn't watch Terminator for a very long time,almost forgot what is happening :) ...And this is my first time watching 3 one so yea.
23rd April 2014
Harold and Maude (1971, 91 mins) - a very funny dark comedy. I'm glad I watched this even though the romance felt a bit weird. It's supposed I know but that part wasn't really for me, but only it only got really weird towards the end. The actual ending was good though. The last few minutes aren't as weird.
My Rating: 82/100
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Btw, a little weird is a good thing. It just got a little overly weird at one point towards the end. My opinion though ofc.
When we wakes up in the same bed and when wants to get married
Idk, I kind of found it weird. Just cause of the age gap.
I found the bed part more humorous than weird. And what's so weird about him wanting to marry the person he loves?
Everybody else in the movie thinks it's weird, but the audience is on the romantics' side. :)
I found the bed part more humorous than weird. And what's so weird about him wanting to marry the person he loves?
I suppose, it just made be feel uneasy. It didn't ruin the film. It's just my view on it anyway, but weird is probably the wrong word.
23rd April 2014
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012, 102 mins) rewatch - yeah, still a fantastic movie but doesn't seem to be something that gets better after rewatches. Nevertheless it still keeps it's score because I think it's brilliant.
My Rating: 97/100
"I don't know if I will have the time to write any more letters because I might be too busy trying to participate. So if this does end up being the last letter, I just want you to know that I was in a bad place before I started high school, and you helped me. Even if you didn't know what I was talking about or know someone who's gone through it, you made me not feel alone. Because I know there are people who say all these things don't happen. And there are people who forget what it's like to be 16 when they turn 17. I know these will all be stories someday. And our pictures will become old photographs. We'll all become somebody's mom or dad. But right now these moments are not stories. This is happening. I am here and I am looking at her. And she is so beautiful. I can see it. This one moment when you know you're not a sad story. You are alive, and you stand up and see the lights on the buildings and everything that makes you wonder. And you're listening to that song and that drive with the people you love most in this world. And in this moment I swear, we are infinite."
I liked Perks, but I hated when he said "I feel infinite".
I don't like when he says that in the first tunnel either (if that's what you mean). It makes the last quote a bit less powerful. I try forget about it.
What was the last quote again?
Well, it's not quite the last quote. Its the one I put in my review. I personally liked it a lot. :)
Yeah, I don't know, I just don't really like the line.
Ah, fair enough. I kind of love it to be honest. :)
I don't mean the monologue you posted, that's fine, just the part where he says
WE ARE INFINITE HERP DERP
Cobpyth
04-23-14, 06:52 PM
There are many more HERP DERP moments in that film, in my opinion. :p
24th April 2014
Requiem for a Dream (2000, 102 mins) - I thought that this film was pretty fantastic. I love the music, the cinematography and crazy special effects. I thought that the acting was great too.
I know there are a few people here who dislike this film. (I looked at the comments on some of the review threads) so I'd love to hear your views.
My Rating: 87/100
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Cobpyth
04-24-14, 10:13 AM
I might finally watch Requiem for a Dream tonight. I've liked the two Aronofsky films I've seen so far (Pi and Black Swan) and your gif tells me that this is another one of those visually rapid and inventive films of his.
Have you seen any of his other work, Rhys?
Yeah it's definitely very rapid and inventive. ;)
I've only seen the Wrestler a while ago and I enjoyed it. Maybe I should take another look at it though and some of his other stuff. :)
Black Swan is my favorite Aronofsky film.
I'll add it to my watchlist. :)
25th April 2014
Hellraiser (1987, 93 mins) - fantastic film, enjoyed this a lot and it has become one of my favorite horrors. I think this has sparked something in me. I want to watch more horror now. Horror hasn't interested me much until now. Love the music too!
My Rating: 87/100
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Pinhead was always my favorite. :up:
You seem to use a very narrow range of ratings. It's OK, they're your ratings, but most films seem to be way too high. I know, you're trying to watch films that are going to be good, but are they really that good? :)
Well, awesome... maybe cool isn't the word.
Oh, Hellraiser is definitely that good.
You seem to use a very narrow range of ratings. It's OK, they're your ratings, but most films seem to be way too high. I know, you're trying to watch films that are going to be good, but are they really that good? :)
No, you're probably right but I've been making a top 100 based on the ratings and now it's going to be hard to get it all in proportion, if you get me?
I think I am just going to continue what I've been doing though and maybe tweak some ratings later. I just seem to like everything at the moment so it's hard haha.
25th April Cont.
Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988, 94 mins) - I enjoyed this too, but not as much as the first. I think iMDb are being a bit harsh with Hellraiser or I could be in the minority. Oh well, I like what I like. :D
My Rating: 79/100
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I think I am just going to continue what I've been doing though and maybe tweak some ratings later. I just seem to like everything at the moment so it's hard haha.
I'm finding the same recently. Either I'm a generous critic or I only watch good films. :D
I'm finding the same recently. Either I'm a generous critic or I only watch good films. :D
It's definitely one of those two for me too. XD
25th April Cont.
Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988, 94 mins) - I enjoyed this too, but not as much as the first. I think iMDb are being a bit harsh with Hellraiser or I could be in the minority. Oh well, I like what I like. :D
My Rating: 79/100
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Hellraiser is pretty popular among horror fans. IMDb ratings for horror movies tend to be pretty low, I find.
Anyway, I like the second Hellraiser because it delves more into the mythology of the Cenobites. Not as good as the first, but still good.
Cobpyth
04-25-14, 07:08 PM
No, you're probably right but I've been making a top 100 based on the ratings and now it's going to be hard to get it all in proportion, if you get me?
I'm finding the same recently. Either I'm a generous critic or I only watch good films. :D
Don't worry. I'm also one of those more 'generous' people when it comes to rating/reviewing films. It's no sin tending to see the more positive aspects of things instead of always pointing out the negative stuff. Yes, it's important to be critical and it's always good to skeptically point out certain flaws or things that don't work, but when you liked something, you liked something. You can't change that. It doesn't make your opinion less valuable. ;)
Ratings aren't that interesting anyway. It's much more interesting to read the reasons why someone liked or disliked a certain film/piece of music/book/story/whatever.
If you're a movie fan, you're supposed to like movies.
gandalf26
04-25-14, 07:30 PM
Anyone says a bad word about Hellraiser and their suffering will be legendary, even in Hell!
25th April Cont.
The Conjuring (2013, 112 mins) - I thought this was pretty brilliant. It made me jump many times and I thought that the story was pretty good. It was pretty hyped but I think it lived up to it mostly. The cinematography was pretty great too. One of the scariest films I have watched so far.
My Rating: 86/100
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The Sci-Fi Slob
04-26-14, 05:19 AM
20/4/14
The Pact (2012) - 3.5
21/4/14
Aliens (1986) - 5
22/4/14
The Divide (2011) - 3.5
23/4/14
Pandorum (2009) - 3.5
24/4/14
Outland (1981) - 4
25/4/14
Tremors 2: Aftershocks (2013) - 3
23rd April
Lavirint(Labyrinth,2002,115min)
I was so scared when I watched this as a kid,but few days ago I remembered I never watched it properly so I did,and it is not scary but still good,decant story and good acting.
Verdict 7.2/10
24th April
Pan's Labyrinth(2006,118min)
From Serbian to Spanish labyrinths :D But this movie is really good,I really got into it.Very interesting story and good acting.
Verdict: 8.8/10
25th April
Green Lantern(2011,114min)
Ok,I rewatched it because I wanted to know will my opinion change.I still think this is a decant movie,I was never big fan of GL comics,it was too much power for my taste,it is nothing great but it aint bad,acting was ok and story was decant,character development was bad.Still a decant movie.Better than Batman and Robin and Origins.
Verdict: 7/10
All done.
Khan, congrats on the 10k minutes!
Oh thanks,10k minutes wow,nice to see. :D
26th April 2014
Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth (1992, 93 mins) - after watching this it has made me realize how IMDb ratings don't mean all that much. This wasn't a masterpiece and it's probably the worst of the 3 I have watched so far but I liked it. It's definitely better than the 5.4 on IMDb. Well, at least in my opinion.
My Rating: 77/100
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I've seen up to Bloodline or Inferno, and although they get progressively worse, I can't help but like them all.
I think I'm going to be the same. I plan to watch them all.
26th April Cont.
Scream (1996, 111 mins) - I am probably long overdue watching this film for the first time. I liked how self-aware it was, it's not amazing story-wise but it isn't trying to be. The acting, in my opinion, was fairly good and I enjoyed this a lot. P.S - I'm pretty sure I haven't seen any classic horrors.
My Rating: 84/100
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Derek Vinyard
04-26-14, 08:58 PM
Scream is awesome i'm agree with your rating ;)
I still prefer Hellraiser but yes it was great. I'll watch all of them too probably. :)
Scream 2 is good, Scream 3 isn't that good if I remember correctly, and Scream 4 is probably my second favorite of the series.
honeykid
04-26-14, 09:02 PM
Scream is brilliant and on the HK 100. Drew's death is horrible, though. :(
Drew's death is brilliant if you consider the marketing.
honeykid
04-26-14, 09:07 PM
Oh, it works fantastically well. She was offered the role of Sidney, but chose Casey for that reason. Great for the film, bad for me, though. :(:D
Daniel M
04-26-14, 09:18 PM
I'm a big fan of Scream too :up:
OMG! :D Good Luck!
Thank You!!
27th April 2014
Scream 2 (1997, 120 mins) - not quite as good as the first but I still thought it was very good. Is it me or does Mickey look quite a lot like a young Jack Nicholson?
My Rating: 80/100
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27th April Cont.
City of God (2002, 130 mins) rewatch - this is a rewatch for my film studies exam. It's a good film, with an interesting plot. The cinematography is nice too. I think it is a little overly long though.
My Rating: 80/100
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Daniel M
04-27-14, 03:10 PM
I like both Scream 2 (my second favourite of the series) and City of God, very good films.
27th April Cont. #2
Scream 3 (2000, 116 mins) - decent but definitely the worst of the 3 I've watched so far. I'm going to watch number 4 now and will then be ready to rank them. I enjoyed this though despite people saying it wasn't good.
My Rating: 75/100
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27th April Cont.
Scream 4 (2011, 111 mins) - well they most definitely pulled this one off. Wow, this was pretty fantastic and comes very close to being as good as the first addition. When I first saw Scream 4 in shops, without seeing any of the Scream movies I just assumed that it was just another one of those crappy franchises which a decent first movie that soon rapidly diminishes in quality with the next films. But it really isn't. Scream is pretty brilliant, even the 3rd movie (which is the worst), is still pretty good. Scream is definitely my favorite 4-movie franchise. If they do make another one, which I kind of hope they don't, I really hope that it is as good as this one or at least as good as the third. However, I'd be happy if the left it at four because the ending of this one was pretty brilliant.
P.S - I gave the first movie a slightly higher rating than what I originally gave it. I've been tweaking my list a lot to get it in proportion.
My Rating: 83/100
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Oh gosh Scream? Really? lol... meh, I only watched the first one and it kinda sucked. I assume the series gets progressively worse.
Oh gosh Scream? Really? lol... meh, I only watched the first one and it kinda sucked. I assume the series gets progressively worse.
Well it's all subjective. I found it to be really good. :)
MY RANKING
SCREAM - 86/100
SCREAM 4 - 83/100
SCREAM 2 - 80/100
SCREAM 3 - 75/100
I can't stand Wes Craven.
Well, I'm probably going to watch more of his stuff because I liked Scream and I haven't seen anything else.
You haven't seen Nightmare on Elm Street? I think you might like it. It kinda has a similar feel to Hellraiser I think. And it's incredibly popular. The Hills Have Eyes is another of his "famous" "classics."
I just watched a trailer for My Soul To Take (2010), and wow is it ever as stereotypical as a Hollywood slasher could be. 2 Dimensional plot about a bunch of unknowns who can't act getting killed off one by one by a multiple personality skitzo serial killer. The trailer was so boring I had to turn it off. I'd never be able to sit through the actual film. Looked "entertaining" though. I'm sure lots of people will like it even though it isn't a remotely realistic portrayal of mental health sickness.
You haven't seen Nightmare on Elm Street? I think you might like it. It kinda has a similar feel to Hellraiser I think. And it's incredibly popular. The Hills Have Eyes is another of his "famous" "classics."
I just watched a trailer for My Soul To Take (2010), and wow is it ever as stereotypical as a Hollywood slasher could be. 2 Dimensional plot about a bunch of unknowns who can't act getting killed off one by one by a multiple personality skitzo serial killer. The trailer was so boring I had to turn it off. I'd never be able to sit through the actual film. Looked "entertaining" though. I'm sure lots of people will like it even though it isn't a remotely realistic portrayal of mental health sickness.
Yeah, it does look fairly bad. But something that could be good when you just wanna' relax or something maybe?
Derek Vinyard
04-27-14, 08:32 PM
25th April Cont.
The Conjuring (2013, 112 mins) - I thought this was pretty brilliant. It made me jump many times and I thought that the story was pretty good. It was pretty hyped but I think it lived up to it mostly. The cinematography was pretty great too. One of the scariest films I have watched so far.
My Rating: 86/100
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HELL YEAH ! thats it one of my favorite horror movie of all time .
honeykid
04-27-14, 09:40 PM
A Nightmare On Elm Street, the original, of course, is a masterpiece of horror filmmaking. It's up there with Halloween and The Exorcist.
A Nightmare On Elm Street, the original, of course, is a masterpiece of horror filmmaking. It's up there with Halloween and The Exorcist.
Well, I haven't seen any. I'll give them a look soon. I don't know what I'm watching today. :)
28th April 2014
Léon: Extended Cut (1994, 132 mins) - a fantastic film which proved to be a lot better than expected. Amazing story, brilliant acting (some of the best child acting I have ever seen), great music and likable characters. Very , very, VERY good and it easily makes my top 10.
My Rating: 96/100
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