Comedy Hall of Fame

[cricket]

I think this is still good. I'm watching one tonight and I know Miss Vicky recently watched a couple.

[Citizen Rules]

We need to hear from the host and get a straight answer as to if this is still running or not?

[Ðèstîñy]

I think this is still good. I'm watching one tonight.

I need to watch the last few that I haven't seen, tonight. I'm a Halloween/Horror freak, and I try to start watching horror movies, and turning my home into a haunted house, at the start of September. I'm running a bit late. I want to finish up with the two themes I'm in, and get to that European Hall of Fame.

We need to hear from the host and get a straight answer as to if this is still running or not?

I'm sure it's still running. Justin wouldn't do that.

[Citizen Rules]

I know that you always finish these hofs Destiny, that's why you're a good participant.

As far as the host goes he's been absent. In the last 6 weeks he's made only two post (one about Holden joining and the other announcing Swan dropping out.)

Other than those 2 post, zip in the last 6 weeks. And he had been posting daily on this thread too since the start.

From where I set it looks like he's forgotten about this hof. We need leadership here. We need a deadline. We need a host to host this thing.

[cricket]

My only worry is that he left the site to pursue a rap career.

[gbgoodies]

I know that you always finish these hofs Destiny, that's why you're a good participant.

As far as the host goes he's been absent. In the last 6 weeks he's made only two post (one about Holden joining and the other announcing Swan dropping out.)

Other than those 2 post, zip in the last 6 weeks. And he had been posting daily on this thread too since the start.

From where I set it looks like he's forgotten about this hof. We need leadership here. We need a deadline. We need a host to host this thing.


If you find him, tell him that he's 3 days behind in the current song tournament too. :shrug:

[Ðèstîñy]

My only worry is that he left the site to pursue a rap career.

Oh hell, I forgot all about that. Maybe we are screwed. He's probably putting in all his time there, so he can add his own work to the song tournament.


p.s. Thanks for the compliment, Citz. :)

[cricket]

If you find him, tell him that he's 3 days behind in the current song tournament too. :shrug:

What are you doing here? Go to the 8th Hall of Fame thread where you belong.:)

[gbgoodies]

What are you doing here? Go to the 8th Hall of Fame thread where you belong.:)


I read everything, even the threads that I have no interest in. :D

[Citizen Rules]

Oh hell, I forgot all about that. Maybe we are screwed. He's probably putting in all his time there, so he can add his own work to the song tournament.

p.s. Thanks for the compliment, Citz. :) You not only finished two Hofs that were running at the same time, but you won the Sci Fi hof too:D

I really want to see this comedy hof finished and not just left in limbo.

[Cole416]

Pure Luck - Dumb dumb movie, but comedy movies don't have to be smart to make me enjoy them! It gave me some good laughs especially the bee sting no matter how dumb it may be. It wasn't an oscar film, but it still was pretty entertaining.

3-

Still pretty behind, but I don't want to just watch these if it's going to die.

[Swan]

Maybe a rap will get JJ to return. Hmmm...

Yo JJ!
Stop being lame
You need to come finish
The Comedy Hall of Fame

*Drops mic*

[Swan]

In all seriousness, I told JJ via Facebook that y'all need him. So hopefully he'll respond soon.

[cricket]

Life of Brian

I saw this movie about 30 years ago, and pretty much the only thing I could remember about it, was that I didn't like it very much. I've always wondered why that was, since I loved Monty Python's Flying Circus as a kid. At the very least, I will now hold this movie in higher regard.

http://cdn.moviestillsdb.com/sm/b6a4a39232f599fe89a5e3eaa3ee5eab/life-of-brian.jpg

First and foremost, there's plenty of laughs in this movie. I probably laughed more during this than I do during many comedies I like more.I really am not sure what prevents me from loving this movie; I guess it's a small combination of things. In general, I don't like a lot of movies that are set in very old times. I don't know if that makes sense for a comedy, but I feel that it at least could be a small factor. I also generally don't love movies that feel like a long skit. Also, despite the fact that I think this is a funny movie, it doesn't suit my normal comedic taste.

I can totally understand why this is considered a comedy classic. I'm glad it was nominated because I did enjoy it, and it had been a long time.

3.5-

[Ðèstîñy]

You not only finished two Hofs that were running at the same time, but you won the Sci Fi hof too:D.

If I could have voted for Halloween, I would have. So, the first two Hall of Fame threads I'm in, my favorite movies win. Just look at my personal top ten. With that being said, I'm feeling pretty sure this will never happen to me again . . . ever! Especially right now. I got carried away, and totally forgot about movie quality. I just wanted to make everyone laugh. :)

Oh well! These things can still be a lot of fun. I think they're going to start being a lot better, too.

[jiraffejustin]

http://www.knotoryus.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Schermafbeelding-2010-08-18-om-09.08.36.png

[BlueLion]

The Big Lebowski (1998)

http://www.circlecinema.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/The-Big-Lebowski-Movie-poster.jpeg

What the hell happened? The Big Lebowski used to be one of my favorite Coen bros films, and one of my favorite comedies period. Granted, it's nearly been three years since I last saw it, but boy does time change the way you see movies. I used to find the majority of it funny, this time around I only chuckled once. I think my biggest gripe with it is the dialogue... it comes off as forced and unnatural, and the film relies heavily on it. Almost all of it sounds too written, as does the behavior of pretty much all of the characters - and these took me out of the film almost completely. When it comes to its "surrealism" and dreamlike sequences I can't help but feel that it falls flat on its face, the scenes with Julianne Moore's character in particular being the icing on the cake. If this came after Inherent Vice I'd label it as a poor imitation.

2.5

[cricket]

That's interesting because the more I see it, the more I like it, yet I can't argue with your complaints.

[jiraffejustin]

How is it going?

[BlueLion]

Not very active.

[jiraffejustin]

I haven't received any votes either. If anybody is finished, they should send me their votes.

[Cole416]

JJ how many have you seen?

[jiraffejustin]

JJ how many have you seen?

4/9.

I have been busier than usual the last few months. I should be able to get through the rest quicker than the first four now that I will probably have a little more free time.

[gbgoodies]

4/9.

I have been busier than usual the last few months. I should be able to get through the rest quicker than the first four now that I will probably have a little more free time.


Now that you have some free time, go vote in the song tournament:

ROUND 2 - DAY 1 (http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=1383135#post1383135)

ROUND 2 - DAY 2 (http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=1383558#post1383558)

ROUND 2 - DAY 3 (http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=1383960#post1383960)

[BlueLion]

I've seen roughly half of these, and it's going to be even harder for me to finish the rest anytime soon now that we have the European horror HOF and with all these real life commitments.

If there's not a deadline yet please make it sometime around October, that would be great

4/9.

I have been busier than usual the last few months. I should be able to get through the rest quicker than the first four now that I will probably have a little more free time.

But aren't there like 13 in total... have any of these movies been disqualified or something?

[jiraffejustin]

I've seen roughly half of these, and it's going to be even harder for me to finish the rest anytime soon now that we have the European horror HOF and with all these real life commitments.

If there's not a deadline yet please make it sometime around October, that would be great



But aren't there like 13 in total... have any of these movies been disqualified or something?

Yeah, I was thinking 4/13, but since 13-4=9... I guess I just put 9 in there.

There is not really a deadline yet, I understand people have commitments outside of this little thing of ours, so I like this to be a "go at your own pace" process. If you think you need this to go to October, that's fine with me.

[Citizen Rules]

I've been done with all the films for awhile. I even reviewed all of them. If it's to be in Oct, that's OK. But lets set a date now.

[jiraffejustin]

I've been done with all the films for awhile. I even reviewed all of them. If it's to be in Oct, that's OK. But lets set a date now.

No, we will finish when everybody is finished.

[Ðèstîñy]

How is it going?

To be honest, there's a couple, two or three, that I don't really care for. I just hate doing that. I hate telling people I don't like their choices, tastes, etc . . .
I know . . . I have to . . . but in time. :(

[Citizen Rules]

No, we will finish when everybody is finished.
What does that mean? It's open ended and could mean if you don't wish to watch the movies for a year or more then everybody has to wait, that's nuts. You haven't even been around, haven't contributed to this thread in 6 weeks, so if you don't wish to run this step aside and pick another person to do so.

[Cole416]

To be honest, there's a couple, two or three, that I don't really care for. I just hate doing that. I hate telling people I don't like their choices, tastes, etc . . .
I know . . . I have to . . . but in time. :(
Let a rip now if it's mine. I don't care :)

[jiraffejustin]

To be honest, there's a couple, two or three, that I don't really care for. I just hate doing that. I hate telling people I don't like their choices, tastes, etc . . .
I know . . . I have to . . . but in time. :(

Yeah, that's always the worst part. And I know how it feels to have a movie you love not get the respect you think it deserves, so doing that to another person doesn't feel so good. :D

[jiraffejustin]

What does that mean? It's open ended and could mean if you don't wish to watch the movies for a year or more then everybody has to wait, that's nuts. You haven't even been around, haven't contributed to this thread in 6 weeks, so if you don't wish to run this step aside and pick another person to do so.

I am running it.

[Ðèstîñy]

No, we will finish when everybody is finished.

That is really sweet, and respectful. We all want to do the best we can, but no one can help life's little interruptions. Plus, its not like we don't want to check out other things on the board, as well. Then again, there's also things on here we have to grill. I mean do. So, I truly appreciate the way you guys run your threads. Who needs the added stress!?! Especially over a "should be fun" movie viewing thread. I'd sooner rush because most of the people are getting close to being done. Not because the calendar I've had to glue to my butt says, "Its time! It's time! Get ta gettin' done!"

OK, I think I've said enough! :D

[Citizen Rules]

I am running it.
Quoted...so I can reference that.

I'll keep an eye on this thread, perhaps some would be willing to forget about the Comedy Hof and the fact that we all agreed to watch the movies and vote. I won't forget.

[jiraffejustin]

Thank you, Destiny.

I feel like that is the way it should be done, especially with the uptick in forum games, lists, hall of fames, etc. I think everybody should be able to participate in all the wonderful things the forum has to offer, but in order to do that it almost seems like you can't have a "real life." I can't do the Euro-Horror hall of fame, because I don't have the time. I love European horror so it bums me out. I don't want anything I run to be a cause of stress for people here.

I assume that everybody will either finish this or let me know that they don't want to finish it for any reason. At that time, I will announce the winner.

[jiraffejustin]

Quoted...so I can reference that.

I'll keep an eye on this thread, perhaps some would be willing to forget about the Comedy Hof and the fact that we all agreed to watch the movies and vote. I won't forget.

Thank you.

Knowing you'll be watching me makes me feel pretty cool. Pretty fly you might say. Pretty fly for a white guy anyway.

[Ðèstîñy]

What does that mean? It's open ended and could mean if you don't wish to watch the movies for a year or more then everybody has to wait, that's nuts. You haven't even been around, haven't contributed to this thread in 6 weeks, so if you don't wish to run this step aside and pick another person to do so.

Please stop! Can't these things ever run smoothly? I trust him, and I want and hope the rest of you can, too. He can't help that his life got busy, but he is here. Also, the rest of us won't abuse that open end schedule. I think that's what it's called. Who cares! Anyway, we've been through a lot with these threads, and its time we moved on from the fights. Pleeeeease!

[cricket]

Let a rip now if it's mine. I don't care :)

Hey me too! I always hope people like my noms because I don't want anyone wasting their time, but I don't get offended. I've seen a few of these so far, and I'm going to watch about 1 a week while I mix in other tourneys.

[Citizen Rules]

Geez Destiny you see fights everywhere, I don't see a problem, there's no fight, just people stating their opinions. We are adults and have the right to have an opinion based on facts.

I just sent my voting list to JJ so I'm finished. JJ please confirm you have my voting ballot.

[jiraffejustin]

Yup. Have the votes.

[cricket]

Good job CR! Still waiting on a little somethin from you though;)

[Citizen Rules]

Good job CR! Still waiting on a little somethin from you though;)Alright but please don't take my thoughts on the movie personally. And I've seen many people get upset when their film is criticized, which to me is nuts...unless you're the director.;)

My honest opinion of Happiness is it's a crap movie, that relies on graphic, border line, pedophile shock scenes to entertain. The director literally leers at a small boy talking about his genitally to his father, all shot in a very seedy style. That particular scene plays out like child pornography. Not because of the subject matter about a male pedophile but because of the way the director handled it, more akin to a peep show than anything. The end scene with the boy and the body fluids and the dog was just disgusting for the sake of being disgusting. I half expected to see a close up scene of an unflushed toilet over brimming as the credits rolled.

[Ðèstîñy]

Geez Destiny you see fights everywhere, I don't see a problem, there's no fight, just people stating their opinions.

Not everywhere. Just in these. Pretty much all of them, but I shouldn't have to say this. You already knew where my worry was coming from. Which is exactly what that was. Explainable worry! I didn't like what you were saying to Justin. I didn't agree, and I simply didn't want it to go too far. That's all!

Good job CR! Still waiting on a little somethin from you though;)

I wish "I didn't like it" counted as a review. I'd use the "I didn't and I did" for all of mine. I'd have it made! :D

What!?! I'm not going to.

Seriously!

[cricket]

Alright but please don't take my thoughts on the movie personally. And I've seen many people get upset when their film is criticized, which to me is nuts...unless you're the director.;)

My honest opinion of Happiness is it's a crap movie, that relies on graphic, border line, pedophile shock scenes to entertain. The director literally leers at a small boy talking about his genitally to his father, all shot in a very seedy style. That particular scene plays out like child pornography. Not because of the subject matter about a male pedophile but because of the way the director handled it, more akin to a peep show than anything. The end scene with the boy and the body fluids and the dog was just disgusting for the sake of being disgusting. I half expected to see a close up scene of an unflushed toilet over brimming as the credits rolled.

I once lent it to my boss to watch with his family:)

[Citizen Rules]

I once told somebody I worked with to watch the documentary Crumb. He watched it with his wife, she was pissed!

[cricket]

My wife loves Happiness too

[Citizen Rules]

You're a good guy Cricket because you didn't get upset about my review:) Thanks.

[SilentVamp]

Also, despite the fact that I think this is a funny movie, it doesn't suit my normal comedic taste.
Just curious. :) What is your normal comedic taste?


Well, I am done. I was done a long time ago. I have watched every movie. I have just been lazy about writing anything about any of them. :) Also, I didn't think about sending in the list (I don't know if it was because I didn't see a deadline - so I suppose I wasn't rushing with that). But I will send it in. It will be sometime this weekend. I have a list written out, but I want to go over it one more time to make sure that every movie is in its proper place.

[Swan]

He's a sick bastard. That's his comedic taste.

[cricket]

Just curious. :) What is your normal comedic taste?

Animal House
Beerfest
Stripes
The Hangover
Trading Places
Caddyshack
Etc

[Citizen Rules]

Yah... you should have nominated Beerfest;)

I've only seen but really liked these:
Animal House
Stripes
Caddyshack

[Ðèstîñy]

Own and love . . .

Animal House
Stripes
Trading Places
Caddyshack

[Citizen Rules]

My favorite comedies would be older films (30s-60s) and 80s John Hughes films.

[BlueLion]

Well, I am done. I was done a long time ago. I have watched every movie. I have just been lazy about writing anything about any of them. :)

Then why watch the movies?

[Miss Vicky]

Miss Vicky
Reviewed:1 Dazed and Confused


I've also watched Mon Oncle and The Mask, but didn't care for either and didn't have much to say about them. I'm going to try and get at least one more comedy watched this afternoon. Stripes is overdue and needs to go back to the library so I'll probably watch that today.

I've not been in a movie watching mood lately, so this HOF has been a bit of a struggle for me. I do intend to stick it out, though.

[SilentVamp]

Animal House
Beerfest
Stripes
The Hangover
Trading Places
Caddyshack
Etc
So, basically, you and I have the same taste in comedies. :up: :D


Then why watch the movies?
Why not? :)


I don't like to be "mean" if I don't have to. So, I not only didn't care to sit down and write reviews because I had other things to do in life (I like to take my time with them even if they end up only a couple of paragraphs long), but I haven't really felt like being "mean" about anything that I didn't care for when it came to some of the movies that I watched.


Besides, what's the rush? There is no deadline. So I didn't think I had to make sure I got all of those done, too.

[cricket]

Don't worry Vamp about being mean. If I get a chance to trash someone's nom, I take it!

[Cole416]

I posted somewhere else on Life of Brian and rewatched Lebowski with really the same thoughts as my last post on it a few months ago. The Mask I saw but really didn't like it as much as when I was little

[BlueLion]

Why not? :)

Because that's the point of a Hall of Fame, that's why. What if none of us commented on any of the films and just watched them instead?

Wow, no wonder this thread is dead.

[Citizen Rules]

Did anybody watch my nomination? My Dinner With Jimi. I haven't heard anything about that. Even if you hated it I like to hear your thoughts.:)

[cricket]

Did anybody watch my nomination? My Dinner With Jimi. I haven't heard anything about that. Even if you hated it I like to hear your thoughts.:)

That's next on my Netflix dvd queue so next weekend for me.

[Citizen Rules]

I'm glad you're watching it on DVD as there are some special short features with the two Turtles. There funny guys and it's fun to just to watch them talk about all of their manager and financial woes.

[SilentVamp]

Because that's the point of a Hall of Fame, that's why. What if none of us commented on any of the films and just watched them instead?
I couldn't care less, to be honest, whether or not someone commented on any of my films. And besides, I kind of thought the point of the Hall of Fame was for a person to recommend a film that they really liked to others so that it would help broaden everyone's film horizons. Of course, there is the added fact of ranking them. But I don't think it is the worst thing in the world if others don't care to comment.

Wow, no wonder this thread is dead.
Wow. If I should take some responsibility for helping to contribute to the "death" of this thread with my lack of reviews, fine. I don't care. :shrug:

Did anybody watch my nomination? My Dinner With Jimi. I haven't heard anything about that. Even if you hated it I like to hear your thoughts.:)
You know I did. :)


cricket, your movie will be coming up in the next few days.


I am done debating over this.

And I am getting off of here now. I have a cake to frost. :)

[Miss Vicky]

Did anybody watch my nomination? My Dinner With Jimi. I haven't heard anything about that. Even if you hated it I like to hear your thoughts.:)

Not yet. I've got the DVD in hand though and it's due back at the library soon so I'll get to it sometime in the next couple of days. Possibly tonight if I'm up to it. Same for Young Frankenstein.

Just finished Stripes and was underwhelmed. I've never cared for John Candy, but have really liked Bill Murray, Harold Ramis, Judge Reinhold and John Larroquette in other things. Something about this though just completely fell flat for me. I didn't laugh or even crack a smile at all for the entire film and found myself frequently checking to see how much longer the movie was going to last.

So that makes four of the nominated films I've watched specifically for the Comedy Hall of Fame. Number of times I laughed or even smirked during those films? Zero.

Well actually I watched five films, but Dead Alive doesn't count because it got changed after all the fighting. It was the only one I've enjoyed so far. :laugh:

[cricket]

I generally think of Stripes as a guy's movie, MV. Not surprised you didn't like it.

[Miss Vicky]

I generally think of Stripes as a guy's movie, MV. Not surprised you didn't like it.

Yeah I had the distinct impression that I might enjoy it if I had a pair of testicles. But I don't.

[Citizen Rules]

Yup Stripes is a guy's movie alright. Murray is just scoring on the chicks right and left. I particularly liked the spatula on the stove scene;)

http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2014/211/2/f/bill_murray_and_pj_soles__stripes__by_slr1238-d7syay4.jpg

[Swan]

Is that PJ?

[cricket]

Is that PJ?

Yep

[Swan]

Yep

boobies

[cricket]

She's kind of skinny but she has that I want it now look about her. I like that.

[Citizen Rules]

Ha,ha!

My vote goes to Sean Young. But no way would Harold Ramis character be that lucky in real life.
http://www.morethings.com/fan/bill_murray/stripes/bill_murray-stripes1981-1870.jpg

[cricket]

Sean Young scares me; she's a stalker.

[Citizen Rules]

I forget about that. A short article about the crazy stuff Sean Young has done.

http://www.hollywood.com/celebrities/sean-young-arrested-at-oscars-party-her-5-craziest-moments-57697818/

[Miss Vicky]

Just finished My Dinner With Jimi.

I really didn't know what to expect from this film and ultimately I have some mixed feelings about it. The cinematography has a distinctly unpolished and low budget feel to it, as does the wardrobe and hair/makeup (wigs and artificial facial hair were glaringly obvious). The overall atmosphere of the film also felt very much like watching The Monkees, which is not a good thing.

Still, the film has a certain charm to it and it was interesting to see this inside perspective of so many musical greats. I even found myself chuckling once or twice, which is a huge step up from my experience watching the other nominees so far.

I'll give it a tentative 3.5

[Citizen Rules]

I can agree with all that, especially the wigs and the side burns that were peeling off. Can I ask you some questions?

Were you familiar with The Turtles?
Do you have any interest in 60s British rock?
What did you think of the portrayal of John Lennon? The other Beatles? The actor who played Jimi Hendrix?

I'm just curious that's all.

[Miss Vicky]

Were you familiar with The Turtles?

I know the name and have heard "Happy Together" more times than I can count, but really don't know anything else they've done.

Do you have any interest in 60s British rock?

Some. I'm more interested in 60s and 70s American rock than in British rock of any era. But I used to listen to classic rock radio all the time, so I have at least some familiarity with a lot of the artists who were portrayed and mentioned in the movie.

What did you think of the portrayal of John Lennon? The other Beatles? The actor who played Jimi Hendrix?

Aside from the horrible make up and hair appliances, which they can't be blamed for, I thought the performances were pretty solid all around. The portrayal of Jimi Hendrix seemed particularly strong, at least from what little footage I've seen of the real Hendrix.

[Citizen Rules]

Thanks, I thought the main actors did a good job of portraying very famous people which isn't easy to do. I didn't like the Jim Morrison actor. I guess I was thinking Val Kilmer more.

[Miss Vicky]

Thanks, I thought the main actors did a good job of portraying very famous people which isn't easy to do. I didn't like the Jim Morrison actor. I guess I was thinking Val Kilmar more.

Yeah, the Jim Morrison guy looked the part well enough, but something just wasn't quite right with that performance. Though I suppose it's impossible to meet or top Kilmer's eerily spot on turn in The Doors.

[Citizen Rules]

True enough...Hard for me to like the Morrison actor as I use to be a big Doors fan. In the movie he was played just big and dumb and Morrison was neither.

I'll have to watch The Doors again.

My favorite scenes was of course the dinner with Jimi and the conversation with a drunken John Lennon. I liked the whole bit about them partying it up and getting stinky to avoid the draft. Crazy as that was, in real life it saved them from going to Nam. Oh and the scene inside the legendary Whiskey a Go Go was cool as I had read about that place in the book No One Here Gets Out Alive about Jim Morrison and the Doors.

On the other hand I could have done without the dune buggy stuff. And the film needed to end with the hotel room scene. The next night singing scene was anti-climatic. And I didn't like the voice over narration by the Beatles complimenting The Turtles done over the credits.

[matt72582]

The Doors were my first favorite band, aged 13. I started drums a few years earlier, but I wasn't changed like I was when I heard them, then onto Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin.

That Doors film was horrible. Such a misrepresentation. I have hours worth of material, hours of video, and you just see a sensationalized version. As for Kilmer, he looks like Morrison, but Jim didn't talk anything like that, nor the same body language; you can see for yourself, there is a TON of Doors footage on youtube. I have almost 10 related Doors books, and there are a ton more!

That's Oliver Stone for ya. He revises history. And omits the most important parts of Jim Morrison.

[Miss Vicky]

That's Oliver Stone for ya. He revises history.

Or, you know, every Hollywood filmmaker ever for ya. :shrug:

[Miss Vicky]

Just finished Young Frankenstein.

I've never been a Mel Brooks fan. I feel like he just tries too hard to be funny - with corny puns and over the top gags - and winds up failing miserably. This film was no exception for me. I didn't hate it but was pretty bored with it.

3-

[cricket]

Dazed and Confused

I was glad this was nominated since it's been many years since I last saw it. I have always thought highly of this movie, and while at the beginning of this viewing I thought I would be disappointed, the feelings I thought I had returned.

http://www.drunkmoviezone.com/images/movies/dazed-and-confused.jpg

I'm sure it's been said before, but this movie reminds me a lot of American Graffiti. There's really no story involved; we are just observing these young people during a specific time. Nostalgia is key, and if you don't feel it while watching this movie, chances are that you won't get much out of it. We've all been the age of the characters, and we will all relate to them to different degrees. It works for me pretty well. The soundtrack is a monster, one of the greatest of all time. I read that one-sixth of the film's budget went towards securing the rights to use the various songs. That is a significant portion, but the director knew how essential it would be. I think the movie lacks any type of notable event or scene that would push it over the top into greatness, but it is a very fine ride.

3.5

[cricket]

The Phantom of Liberty

I've seen several films now from director Luis Bunuel, and while I'm not a fan of surrealism, I usually find his films to be interesting and watchable.

https://scottbrothers.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/phantom4.jpg

I'd compare this film to The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie in terms of quality and content. That was my 3rd favorite Bunuel, and this one is now in that neighborhood. I actually thought that this movie had a little in common with my own nomination, Happiness, as far as some similar themes, an ensemble cast, and multiple storylines. I can't say I laughed during the movie, but I certainly found it amusing. I also couldn't always make sense of what was going on, but I expected that. This movie is not really my taste, but I like the director, and it was a good watch.

3

[Citizen Rules]

Can I ask, what do you think The Phantom of Liberty was about?....Did it have a message?

[jiraffejustin]

Mon Oncle

Tati's pleasant satire on modern values, out with the old, in with the new, doesn't bite all that hard. It gets the point across, but it's not challenging or heavy. It's never laugh-out-loud funny, but you can expect to smile the whole way through. The influence of silent comedies is impossible to miss, and Tati clearly gets what makes physical comedy work. His Mr. Hulot is such a likeable character, very much in the ilk of Chaplin's Tramp. He has good intentions, but he just can't seem to stay out of trouble. You root for the guy to get his act together and avoid trouble, but it just never seems to work out that way for him.

The film reminded me of three different things, one of which I already mentioned. The most obvious one is the Charlie Chaplin similarities. The other two might not be as obvious, or even really that accurate. I was reminded of a favorite film of mine, Amarcord, just because of the way the film is in a series of vignettes instead of a straight-forward, story-based narrative. Amarcord came later and that style of story telling certainly wasn't new, but that's what my mind was brought to. The other was Ozu. I don't know much about Tati or Ozu, but I could tell that a lot of the time Tati allowed his camera to sit in one spot. A beautifully framed shot with no fancy techniques needed is very much the Ozu I hear about, and the Ozu I've seen in the few of his films that I've seen. That doesn't mean that Tati kept the camera from moving, he definitely moved it more than Ozu (from what I've seen,) but he kept it simple. It was very well done. Very tasteful.

I am interested in seeing more from Tati.

[cricket]

Can I ask, what do you think The Phantom of Liberty was about?....Did it have a message?


No clue here



That's it JJ, nice to see you getting it done!

[SilentVamp]

Happiness

I will get the one thing out of the way.

I was not the least bit offended by it. It takes an awful lot to offend me. But I was made a bit uncomfortable at one point. Citizen kind of mentioned it a few posts back. In case anyone hasn't seen it, I will just say that it was at the end of the movie. And if you have seen it, you know what I mean. At least I think you will know what I mean. I wouldn't have really thought about it if it hadn't involved a kid. And maybe it wouldn't have bothered me so much then if it wasn't for the fact that there are so many weirdos out there who might get their kicks from watching that.

And in a way, I suppose, it is kind of ironic to think that when you consider what one of the stories is in this movie.

I guess the only way that I can explain how I feel about this movie is to be a little open about some things in my life.

First of all, I sympathized too much with the character of Joy (played by Jane Adams). It was a little annoying to be able to relate so much to her character. It makes me do nothing but wonder if my life is that pathetic. That is just depressing.

Second, I am not a fan of Philip Seymour Hoffman. Everyone else can love him to their heart's content. I don't care. But I always thought he was kind of slimy, and he whines in practically every movie he is in. This one was no exception. And his character just added to his sliminess. I completely understand where the humor was supposed to be there, but it just wasn't funny for me. Of all things in life to have experienced more than once, I experienced people who enjoyed the same sort of hobby as Hoffman's character did. One was about 13 years ago at work. The call was actually meant for the high school kids that I worked with, but I naturally said I was one of them because I didn't like the idea of this man calling for any of them. The other time was the first time and that was when I was a little kid. I won't go into details, but it was more than enough to really upset a kid (although I don't see how an adult wouldn't be unnerved by it). And for those two reasons, I can't find it even slightly funny. Maybe if I hadn't ever experienced it, but we will never know now because I had.

People like to throw around the phrase "It's funny because it's true". Well, not always.

Onto one more person in the film. The father (played by Dylan Baker). I had one vocal reaction to this entire movie. I can't say what it was if anyone has not seen it. But if you have, I think you will know what moment I am talking about when I say that he messed up everything for himself by saying one thing. That was a very good moment in there. Very good.

Anyway, as a comedy, I didn't think it was funny. But I already, basically, explained why. As a drama, it was an alright movie.

3

[cricket]

Great review, Vamp! Glad you at least didn't hate it!

[Citizen Rules]

I'm happy:) to see some reviews coming in. I do enjoy reading your guys' thoughts.

Nice review by JJ.....I felt the same way about Mon Oncle. I was pleasantly surprised and liked the simplistic yet efficient camera work. It made me feel like I was viewing the scenes from afar which I liked. And like JJ said, the uncle was a likable character much like Charlie Chaplin's Tramp. I also would like to see more of Tati's works.

Nice review by Vamp.....I never thought about how a female who had received lewd phone calls in real life, such as Hoffman's character did, might feel, so thanks for having the guts to post that real life story. I liked the character of Joy best of all. I didn't find her life pathetic or depressing. I found her to be true to herself (mostly) though her sister tried to push and twist her in ways she wasn't meant to go. I like Hoffman too, he was perfect for the role. I liked him in The Big Lebowski.

[cricket]

Young Frankenstein

I've seen this a few times, but it's been about five years since the last time. I think everyone knows about it so nothing I could say would be new. Gene Wilder is a very unique talent to me. He's a guy that can make me laugh without saying a word; he just looks funny. He's brilliant in the movie, and the supporting cast is about as perfect as you can get with Feldman, Boyle, Garr, Kahn, Hackman, etc. I especially love seeing Garr's character because my wife has been told by people for years that she looks like Inga. I had forgotten how uncanny the resemblance is. I'm not a huge Mel Brooks fan overall, but I think this and Blazing Saddles are comedic masterpieces. The movie looks fantastic too. Great nomination, obviously.

https://thenypost.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/msdyofr_fe001_h.jpg?w=680&h=450&crop=1

4.5

[Citizen Rules]

my wife has been told by people for years that she looks like Inga Now I feel kind of guilty about ogling Terry Garr.;)

[cricket]

Now I feel kind of guilty about ogling Terry Garr.;)

It's ok, I'm used to it

[SilentVamp]

Great review, Vamp! Glad you at least didn't hate it!
No, I didn't hate it. There wasn't really anything to hate about it. And if there was, I think I kind of used that hatred up for another movie. :)


Nice review by Vamp.....I never thought about how a female who had received lewd phone calls in real life, such as Hoffman's character did, might feel, so thanks for having the guts to post that real life story. I liked the character of Joy best of all. I didn't find her life pathetic or depressing. I found her to be true to herself (mostly) though her sister tried to push and twist her in ways she wasn't meant to go. I like Hoffman too, he was perfect for the role. I liked him in The Big Lebowski.
Thanks. :) Joy was the only character that I did like from the movie. But I suppose it was because we seemed to have some things in common and I guess that makes her kind of like me. So, in a way, I guess I only liked her, really, because she was me! :D

[Derek Vinyard]

What is the problem haha, a comedy is a movie that makes people laugh. Is a said movie makes the one who nominates it laugh then I think it should be an acceptable nomination. Why should we conform to norms that gives the title of ''official comedy'' to a movie. What I like about HOF's is the diversity of movies, and the opportunity to see things I wouldn't Watch by myself and if I dislike them I simply explain why.

This is a fantastic post I have to quote it. So true.

[Pussy Galore]

Can someone tell me what is the deadline please?

[cricket]

Pure Luck

http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/2088/2881/1600/pureluck_116.jpg

I don't think this is a very good movie, but it felt refreshing to go back to this era of comedy. Today's comedies are so different with a lot of them being the love it or hate it type. This one was just nice and easy, and also fairly funny. Martin Short and Danny Glover made a good mismatched pair, and the movie never lost site of what it was. I expected very little from Pure Luck, but I liked it.

3-



I have 5 left including my own.

[jiraffejustin]

Can someone tell me what is the deadline please?

There isn't one, and probably won't be one at all. Just get your watching done at your own pace and turn in your votes at your leisure. :D


The only chance of a deadline popping up is if somebody drops off the radar and won't respond to messages. If that were to happen, then I'd have to give them a deadline.

[cricket]

It's before you die!:willem:

[jiraffejustin]

The Phantom of Liberty

Mon Oncle is a good film, but it didn't really have teeth. If you want some bite, try a Bunuel film. His absurd sense of humor shines through in his bizarre satires. With that said, how do I really try to analyze a film like this? I can try, but I don't know that it would do any good. I can assume from the title that Bunuel considered freedom to be a bit of myth? Perhaps the bizarre scene where the man invites the others into his room just to have his companion whip his bare behind in front of them has something to do with freedom? I don't know, but I do know that Luis Bunuel plays with fetishes quite frequently. Once again, incest is in a Bunuel film, from the aunt-nephew relationship to the brother-sister implied relationship. I don't really know what it all means. I might have fleeting thoughts or feelings as to what these things might mean, but at this point they are just half-sorted and not at all viable. Even if they were, I don't think it matters. Films like this are better when you continue to think about what they might mean.

[cricket]

Keep it rolling JJ!

[Pussy Galore]

There isn't one, and probably won't be one at all. Just get your watching done at your own pace and turn in your votes at your leisure. :D


The only chance of a deadline popping up is if somebody drops off the radar and won't respond to messages. If that were to happen, then I'd have to give them a deadline.

Good, I have 4 movies to watch I think, 2 which I have already rented!

[SilentVamp]

My Dinner With Jimi

How could I not enjoy a movie that begins with this song?
My favorite song by The Turtles (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jvIVJWwBKcY)
Few things have the ability to bring my spirits up if I am feeling a little down. This song is one of those few things.

I don't know how much a person could enjoy this movie if they had no prior knowledge about The Turtles. But then again, I suppose that is silly to say when I think a lot of people watch biographies not having any prior knowledge of the subject that the film is about. At the same time, I think if you know something about them, it would make the picture a little more enjoyable for the person watching (I guess that could be said about any biopic, actually).

I know The Turtles. I know them well enough as the band. I can't say I know too much about them as people. And even though this film wasn't a biography in the sense of digging deep into their history as people, it gives you a general idea of their history as the band. And that history gives you an idea about each personality that makes the band what it is.

There were two things that I didn't care for in this movie. The one was touched on before - a few posts back, I believe. This will sound nit-picky, but it was the hair. How much more obvious could the wigs have been? And I know that sounds ridiculous to make a point of mentioning this, but I have to because the hair actually became somewhat of a distraction for me. Although, what can I expect? It was produced by Rhino. There isn't going to be a million dollar production there for something a little better.

The other thing was the draft board sequence. I thought it went on a little too long. They could've shown all that they wanted people to see with the scene cut to a shorter length.

One other thing that I would like to mention is that I kind of wish there would've been more attention paid to his time with Jimi Hendrix. I understand that they wanted to show all of the time that led up to them getting the opportunity to go to London, which gave him the chance to be with Hendrix. I just wish they would've given more attention to the actual time that he spent with him. And this could've been done by cutting down the length of the other scene.

Otherwise, I thought this was a good movie. I don't know about some of the actors playing the non-Turtles (I always cringe at who plays The Beatles in a movie), though. But the movie was good. It was the kind of film that I could call "entertaining". It wasn't boring. And, other than the draft sequence, it seemed to go by at a decent pace.

3.5

[cricket]

Great review Vamp!

[Citizen Rules]

Great review Vamp, Thanks for writing it.:)

What I read was that Rhino had made only 3 films. They produced Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas which was a hit, but the producers were miffed at how the director Terry Gilliam kicked the producers off the sets. So Rhino said no to a full lengh film by head Turtle, Howard Kaylan....Instead they produced a short film with just the dinner with Jimi scene. But when Rhino seen that this was going to be good, they literally padded the film out with extra scenes so they could release a full length film. That's why the army recruitment scene went long. And why we see the dune buggy scene at the beginning.

My favorite Turtles song, not the best recording as it's live...but at only 2 minutes you get a good idea of how close My Dinner With Jimi came to nailing the actually Turtles.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU1OYSQPgtY

[SilentVamp]

They produced Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas which was a hit, but the producers were miffed at how the director Terry Gilliam kicked the producers off the sets.
I honestly don't even remember that it was produced by them. I wonder if I just didn't take notice.

So Rhino said no to a full lengh film by head Turtle, Howard Kaylan....Instead they produced a short film with just the dinner with Jimi scene. But when Rhino seen that this was going to be good, they literally padded the film out with extra scenes so they could release a full length film. That's why the army recruitment scene went long. And why we see the dune buggy scene at the beginning.
Well, at least they got enough sense into their heads to try making another movie.

What other movie did they produce?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU1OYSQPgtY
This is a very good song, too. :up:

[Citizen Rules]

I was going off memory from the DVD extras.

IMDB list Rhino Entertainment Company
Production Company - filmography as 3 films and 1 in association.


"Make 'Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America" (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1293405/) (2009) ... Production Company (in association with)
My Dinner with Jimi (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0277171/) (2003) ... Production Company
American Soundtrack: Red, White & Rock (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0395447/) (2002) (TV) ... Production Company
"Say It Loud: A Celebration of Black Music in America" (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0297622/) (2001) ... Production Company

Then there is a Rhino Films, which may be in connection?
They have a bunch of films including:


Daydream Believers: The Monkees' Story (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0241357/) (2000) (TV) ... Production Company (in association with)
Why Do Fools Fall in Love (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0123324/) (1998) ... Production Company
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120669/) (1998) ... Production Company

[SilentVamp]

Thanks. I will look into those later. Now I am just curious. :)


Daydream Believers: The Monkees' Story (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0241357/) (2000) (TV) ... Production Company (in association with)
I wonder how much this was connected to them. I saw it when it was first on VH1, but I never saw it again. I just couldn't do it a second time. :nope: But I will have to look into that.

[Citizen Rules]

I've wanted to see that Monkee's film too, along with their film they made in the 60s with Terri Garr.

[jiraffejustin]

I (re)watched half of Young Frankenstein last night. It's funnier than I remembered. I'll try to get it finished tonight, I'm looking forward to it.

[Cole416]

Sorry guys I'm trying hard to watch all of these. I've seen I think one movie, maybe 2 in the past week or 2. These are my top priority atm.

[cricket]

My Dinner with Jimi

https://cinegrandiose.files.wordpress.com/2015/09/dinn-2.png?w=584

I thought this movie had a couple things going against it that would normally kill any hope of me really liking it. The way it started out, it didn't seem like it was made that well, like maybe it was a little cheap. As the movie progressed, the quality seemed to dramatically improve, as did the movie as a whole. The other thing is that for a movie about a 60's rock band, it's a little lightweight. What I mean by that is it's a movie suitable for kids, and that's not usually for me. Instead of the normal hardcore recreation of it's time, it relies strongly on it's charm, and the likability of the cast. Either way, I am very partial to movies that portray this era, and it ended up winning me over. The humor also improved. I didn't really laugh until the scene when the two band members went to take their draft tests, with the goal of failing. This is about a 10 minute scene, and it is hilarious. The music in the movie is, of course, great. Having the band meet all of the other great musical artist from that time was a lot of fun too. I'm not quite done watching all the movies yet, but so far this was the best surprise for me in this hall of fame. It's not a great movie, but I kind of loved it.

3.5+

[Citizen Rules]

Good, honest review Cricket. So I have to ask you, what I asked Miss Vicky (actually I ask everyone these questions who care to answer):

Were you familiar with The Turtles before watching the film?
Do you have any interest in 60s British rock?
What did you think of the portrayal of John Lennon? The other Beatles? The actor who played Jimi Hendrix? The actor who played Howard Kaylan?

I'm just curious that's all.

[cricket]

Good, honest review Cricket. So I have to ask you, what I asked Miss Vicky (actually I ask everyone these questions who care to answer):

Were you familiar with The Turtles before watching the film?
Do you have any interest in 60s British rock?
What did you think of the portrayal of John Lennon? The other Beatles? The actor who played Jimi Hendrix? The actor who played Howard Kaylan?

I'm just curious that's all.

I knew some of The Turtles songs, but nothing about them in-depth. I watched one of their performances on YouTube when I took a break half-way through because I was curious as to if the movie got their look right, especially the big guy, and they did.

That's what I listen to, classic rock, and many of the greatest artists are British.

The scene with The Beatles was great; they portrayed Lennon like an ahole. It was interesting, but I don't put a lot of stock into it. We all have are moments.

I wasn't crazy about the actor who played Hendrix, but I still enjoyed his time on screen.

The actor who played Kaylan did a nice job I thought.

[Citizen Rules]

Thanks for your thoughts, I hope you don't mind me commenting on them.

I knew some of The Turtles songs, but nothing about them in-depth. I watched one of their performances on YouTube when I took a break half-way through because I was curious as to if the movie got their look right, especially the big guy, and they did.That's funny because that was my reaction. I thought no way was the big guy, Mark Volman, that nutty. So I also watched some old music performances from the real Turtles....and the big guy was really that wacky!

The scene with The Beatles was great; they portrayed Lennon like an ahole. It was interesting, but I don't put a lot of stock into it. We all have are moments. Lennon was a genius and a great humanitarian and from I read he could be a totally ahole, especially when drunk. You can see it in interviews with him, he has a real bitterness to him and a disdain for the main stream. I can totally see him hating The Turtles and saying what he did.

I wasn't crazy about the actor who played Hendrix, but I still enjoyed his time on screen.Wow, each to his own and I respect your opinion, but for me he was Hendrix, heart body and soul.

The actor who played Kaylan did a nice job I thought.I thought so too and would like to see him in another film.

[cricket]

For Hendix, it could just be a matter of me perceiving his personality wrong. I pictured him a little more rough around the edges and with a deeper voice.

[Citizen Rules]

I could be wrong, I mean I never met him of course... but I've listened to his interviews and to his father speak about him and I would say Jimi was a gentle, soft spoken man, who was intelligent, artistic and yet shy or at least reserved in his mannerisms.

This is a very short 55 second interview with him, look at his body language and listen to how humble he is when he speaks about himself.

(I'm not trying to change anyone's mind or anything:) I just think it's an interesting subject)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gwLQAuHJv8

[cricket]

Seems like a very cool guy

[jiraffejustin]

I want to say I've seen the full interview there, but I don't remember where. I might have just imagined it though.

[Ðèstîñy]

Should I copy/paste what I just said in the Euro thread, about being a woman, and being able to change my mind? To those who have already watched my film, I am sorry, but I am going to leave the Hall of Fame threads. Sorry Justin!

[jiraffejustin]

It's all good, Destiny :)

[jiraffejustin]

It took me a couple days longer than I had anticipated, but I finished Young Frankenstein. I already mentioned how I found it funnier than the original viewing. The first time around I thought it was funny enough, but I see now that it's REALLY funny. The writing is superb and all the performances are top notch. The "Puttin' On the Ritz" scene is iconic for good reason. There is nothing bad to say about the film.

[jiraffejustin]

Life of Brian

First of all, I guess I should just say that this film is definitely not a blasphemous film. The only scene involving Jesus was treated with respect, and not once was anything about Jesus made fun of or dismissed. This was simply a film about closed minds and the teachings of well-meaning people misused to persecute those who did not deserve it. The scene where Brian loses his sandal and the followers argue over the meaning is very reminiscent of so many religious arguments I've seen involving two people of (basically) the same faith. It's typically pointless and fails to produce constructive dialogue, I've seen it a million times, and apparently so have the Python gang. I am usually nervous about watching films that could mock the foundation of my life, but to my pleasant surprise Life of Brian turned out to be a really respectful film. To go along with being very funny, I think the film deserves credit for tackling a subject matter that could and did create controversy, but never get hacky by way of not being knowledgeable. Life of Jesus was obviously well researched, and I am happy that they didn't just rely on shock comedy and mocking Jesus to appease a certain crowd. This might be a bit of ramble, but overall I am very pleased with the film.

I'd like to talk about whether any of you guys have an opinion on the heresy/blasphemy angle of the film. I think it mocks organized religion, but I don't think it really mocks the base foundation of Christianity. It certainly mocks the fact that Christianity has a million branches, but I never found it to be disrespectful. What do you guys think?

[Swan]

I think blasphemy is a silly, silly word. Too silly even for Monty Python. :D

[Citizen Rules]

JJ, I didn't find Life of Brian to be heresy or blasphemy or even disrespectful to Christians or to Jesus himself. I could see some Evangelical Christians not liking it just because it's a comedy, but like you said Jesus was shown respectful. Some people (not MoFos) have thought that Brian was suppose to be Jesus, of course he's not. It's a known fact that during the time of Jesus, Judea was in turmoil due to being occupied by the Romans and there were many teachers, so called prophets, wise men...who spoke to the masses. The film shows that and gets it right. Brian is just one of those other desert dwelling teachers who is always in the wrong place at the right time!

[mark f]

I've never thought of any MP film as "respectful", more like "kamikaze". :) It certainly didn't offend me, but I go out of my way to NOT be offended by subjects in movies designed to push my buttons. Now, if I can control most of my reactions to movies, why can't I also do that with more people?

[Swan]

I've never thought of any MP film as "respectful", more like "kamikaze". :) It certainly didn't offend me, but I go out of my way to NOT be offended by subjects in movies designed to push my buttons. Now, if I can control most of my reactions to movies, why can't I also do that with more people?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMIu58Z5C3c

[jiraffejustin]

I've never thought of any MP film as "respectful", more like "kamikaze". :) It certainly didn't offend me, but I go out of my way to NOT be offended by subjects in movies designed to push my buttons. Now, if I can control most of my reactions to movies, why can't I also do that with more people?

I know it probably sounds silly, but the whole time I was taken back by how respectful the whole thing really felt. It's edgy, sure, but respectful is the word I kept coming back to in my mind. Amidst the anarchy there was something poignant and designed to stimulate the minds of people willing to actually open their minds.

If you don't mind me asking, mark, what are you willing to tell us about your religious background?

[Pussy Galore]

I have Happiness (I have the rented copy at home), Phantom of Liberty (I have the rented copy at home) and my dinner with Jimi to watch. I'll make a message tomorrow in which I'll say what I think of the films I've seen.

[cricket]

The Decline of the American Empire is in the mail, and then I'll watch Happiness. I'm holding off on Wild Tales and The Mask because we haven't heard from those guys.

[Ðèstîñy]

It's all good, Destiny :)

Two days later. Is it all good if I join back in, please? I'd really appreciate it. However, if anyone will be mad about it, just let me know. Don't hesitate to tell me. I'll be OK with being on the sidelines. Whatever that's called. :)


Now, if you'll excuse me. I need to copy/paste this for the other thread. :D

[jiraffejustin]

Two days later. Is it all good if I join back in, please? I'd really appreciate it. However, if anyone will be mad about it, just let me know. Don't hesitate to tell me. I'll be OK with being on the sidelines. Whatever that's called. :)


Now, if you'll excuse me. I need to copy/paste this for the other thread. :D

Sure. I'll add your nom back to the front page. :p:D

[cricket]

Two days later. Is it all good if I join back in, please? I'd really appreciate it. However, if anyone will be mad about it, just let me know. Don't hesitate to tell me. I'll be OK with being on the sidelines. Whatever that's called. :)


Now, if you'll excuse me. I need to copy/paste this for the other thread. :D

Good

[jiraffejustin]

The Decline of the American Empire is in the mail, and then I'll watch Happiness. I'm holding off on Wild Tales and The Mask because we haven't heard from those guys.

Fair enough.


tatmmw2 and AlexWilder, if you don't mind, y'all should let us know if you are still in and how you are doing. :)

[Citizen Rules]

I'm holding off on Wild Tales and The Mask because we haven't heard from those guys. Both Tat and AlexWilder were on the board just today. Maybe they just forgot?

[Ðèstîñy]

Sure. I'll add your nom back to the front page. :p:D

Good

Thank you very much, sweeties! :)

Fair enough.


tatmmw2 and AlexWilder, if you don't mind, y'all should let us know if you are still in and how you are doing. :)

I can get with Tattwo. I bet he forgot. Little Mr. Shoutbox.

[Pussy Galore]

You should watch Wild Tales regardless, I loved it and it might even be my #1

[Pussy Galore]

Mon Oncle:
I have a hard time with Tati in general, I find his movies to be a little cold, hard to really get into. My favorite of his is Playtime because of the wonderful visuals, so I'd say this is not a bad film, very original and probably excellent for someone who likes Tati's style, but for me I don't really like it.

Young Frankenstein
I really like that film, but I don't really see it as a comedy. I didn't really laugh, but I enjoyed the film, it was an original well made, entertaining retelling of the classic Frankenstein story, so overall. Gene Wilder is very good, not as good as in The Producers, but in a very different role I thought he did a great job. From what I've seen from Mel Brooks this is his more artistic more, the more polished, visually interesting of his films (even if The Producers is my favorite because it's funnier)

Life of Brian
Sorry, I just don't get the Monty Python humor, maybe it's cultural, maybe it's a question of generation, I don't know, but I don't care for it.

Stripes & The Mask
2 horrible, unfunny films sorry haha. In both case the story is completely uninteresting, the movie aren't really funny (I admit I smiled a little when Jim Carrey turned into the mask, but the rest of the film was so bad). As for Stripes, I thought it was more entertaining, but still a very forgettable bad film (in my opinion).

Dazed and Confused
That's a great film, I watched Boyhood recently and I thought there were some similarity in Linklater's style, but surprisingly I prefer Dazed and Confuzed. Even though I'm born in 1996 I have the impression that he really captured what it was to be a young teenager in the 1970's. The film adopts a very realist style and it works for me, there isn't really any plot so it makes the film highly rewatchable, you just go back on a journey with those characters.

Big Lebowski
Obviously an other movie I love, hilarious, intelligent, the dude is the man. One of the best comedy of all time and probably my favorite Coen brothers movie.

Wild Tales
That was a huge surprise, I loved that film. 6 unrelated tales that all represents how people deal with the stress of life, and it really coincides with my field of study, philosophy. We often talk about how people don't think, sit down and ask themselves question about their life, about who they are. The famous ''know thyself'' and then to live the ''examined life''. These characters represent the modern day human being in the city life, how in a democracy, in a state of freedom we still have issues with ourselves, with how to lead the good life. In addition to that theme that really speaks to me the visuals are beautiful, same as the music. It's a movie I'll buy and it's a new favorite.

[tatmmw2]

Sorry guys I really forget about it, I don't really subscribe to the post I comment so I kind of don't know which post I was recently. I am watching The phantom of Liberty so if I find Mon Ocle too I will comment what I think about them :)

[tatmmw2]

The Phantom of Liberty

It's a really unusual movie, I saw some of the comments because I didn't know how this type was called, surrealism! I really like the surrealism and I enjoy it :) ,although it was a little akward sometimes but which all-time movie has not an ostrich?!

However I don't find it really funny :(. I like the movie but I don't think I can say it was the most funny of them all.

I was kind of uncertain about my pick as I didn't remember many comedy movies in that moment so I think in a movie that was funny but at the same time that other people (not just me) could enjoy. Because I guess i find many other movies way more funny but they are not just as popular xd. One question, about the message with the order of movies I have to include mine? Because it wouldn't make a lo of sense :p.
3.5

[Citizen Rules]

However I don't find it really funny. I like the movie but I don't think I can say it was the most funny of them all. That seems to be a repeating motif for all the nominations. So what does that say about MoFos in general? That we don't have a sense of humor?:D

I've said this before and no one will agree with this, but, for the average person to laugh hardly during a film, they need to watch it with an audience. Now you all can tell me I'm wrong, but I watched both Young Frankenstein and Life of Brian at the theaters and the audience was in stitches.

[tatmmw2]

Maybe a laughtrack would help :p

[Gatsby]

Well, The Phantom of Liberty is not your typical laugh-out-loud comedy with dumb people doing dumb things, rather it touches taboo subjects and makes them into laughable things and darkly humorous situations, and for that reason it's a great film but if that's not what you want to look for (which is what I assume), then I understand your rating. :)

[gbgoodies]

Maybe a laughtrack would help :p


Maybe funnier movies would help. :skeptical:

[Ðèstîñy]

Maybe funnier movies would help. :skeptical:

Hey, mine's funny. :D

Life of Brian, The Mask, and Young Frankenstein, are also really funny. I love Stripes, as well. I don't consider it a movie made for men, either. I've always hated when that one channel that advertises their set of action packed movies, says, "Movies, for guys who like movies!" They say that, or something like it? It's stupid. I love action packed films, and there's no confusing me with a man. ;)

[tatmmw2]

"I don't consider it a movie made for men"
Pleasee, I watched Magic Mike :cool:

[BlueLion]

My Dinner with Jimi (2003)

http://www.musoscribe.com/images/my_dinner_with_jimi_poster2.jpg

Went in with very low expectations for this one, and as a result I was pleasantly surprised. It's actually well-made and not amateurish, which I found surprising considering it's so obscure (only about 150 people have rated it on IMDb, just two on Letterboxd!), and I felt it was quite convincing in terms of 60s style and aesthetic. It reminded me of films like This is Spinal Tap and A Hard Day's Night, which makes for a good hang out movie. Not really that funny (with the exception of that army scene), but pretty watchable in general.

3

[SilentVamp]

Well, I just sent in my list before I forget. And I am apt to forget to do it completely. So as long as it was in my mind to do so, I did it. :)

Anyway...
I've wanted to see that Monkee's film too, along with their film they made in the 60s with Terri Garr.
I know this comment was made a little while ago now, but I still wanted to say something. The ending to that movie about The Monkees is kind of funny because it is so obviously fictional that I think I cringed a little while I watched it. :p But if you get a chance to see it, you will have to let me know what you think.

Also, you have never seen "Head"? I think it is pretty good. When I was a kid I liked it because it was The Monkees. But as I got older, I thought it was pretty damn funny. I know it isn't everyone's type of movie, but I really enjoy it.

I've always hated when that one channel that advertises their set of action packed movies, says, "Movies, for guys who like movies!" They say that, or something like it? It's stupid. I love action packed films, and there's no confusing me with a man. ;)
Alright. At least I now know that I am not the only woman out there that hates that. I think it something that has been said on AMC.

[jiraffejustin]

Got your list :up:

I mentioned in a song tournament thread that I am having some trouble with my laptop, so I probably won't be on here very much until I get a new laptop. I'll still try to take care of this to the best of my ability, but if necessary, is there anybody that wouldn't mind being second in command for this for me? I can send the votes I already have to whoever it might be, just in case.

[Citizen Rules]

I'd volunteer, I know I'm not your first choice;) But I give you my word, I won't change anything, you're the boss and I would do what you want, that's a promise.

[jiraffejustin]

CR will be helping me run this now. I don't know if I will be able to get on very often, so in case I become suddenly absent, he'll be able to handle the thread for me.

Thanks Citizen.

[cricket]

Waiting for someone else who loves Happiness:p

[Citizen Rules]

Thanks JJ

Cricket at least 1 person loves Happiness;)...I don't think my own movie is going over well but glad to see Blue Lion review it.

[cricket]

The Decline of the American Empire

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mrJExqHfaQE/UBnz_zhZjDI/AAAAAAAAApk/9bRbgMI5L_M/s1600/decline.jpg

This was the third foreign language movie I've watched for this thread, and if there's any type of foreign language film I struggle with, I think it's comedy. I can't help but feel that some things get lost in translation. That could've been a huge problem for me with this movie because it's dressed up as an intellectual comedy, but if you strip it down just a little, it's basically just a sex comedy. I'm always wary of intellectual people, films, or characters; a true intellectual doesn't have to flaunt it, so that aspect of the movie is a little bit of a turn-off for me. Fortunately, I found enough humor in it to work for me, and it's also made very well and moves at a brisk pace. As far as films with similar situations, and that bring a group of adults to a singular location, I do strongly prefer The Big Chill and Smiles on a Summer Night, but this was very watchable, and enjoyable enough to leave me with a positive feeling.

3

[rauldc14]

CR will be helping me run this now. I don't know if I will be able to get on very often, so in case I become suddenly absent, he'll be able to handle the thread for me.

Thanks Citizen.

Come back JJ. We have retro gaming to talk about.

[Cole416]

I'm sorry guys, I have to drop out. I haven't seen many movies lately (1 in the past 2+ weeks) and I don't think it'll be much more very soon.

I wont be joining any other HOFs unless I know for sure I have time, I really am sorry about this.

[Citizen Rules]

Cole, It was fun talking to you and I enjoyed your movie too! I think several of us really liked Dazed and Confused.

Sorry to hear you're dropping out. If it helps, there's no deadline to get these movies watched so you're welcomed to stay in. Can I ask how many more did you have to watch?

[Cole416]

Cole, It was fun talking to you and I enjoyed your movie too! I think several of us really liked Dazed and Confused.

Sorry to hear you're dropping out. If it helps, there's no deadline to get these movies watched so you're welcomed to stay in. Can I ask how many more did you have to watch?
I think I had 5 left. The biggest problem with me not finishing earlier was trying to find all of these quick. I'm still not sure how I could get my hands on My Dinner With Jimi, and the rest I just recently found places that sold copies.

[Citizen Rules]

Sorry, My Dinner With Jimi was hard to find, I didn't think it would be. If anybody needs a link for streaming it, just PM me.

[jiraffejustin]

Had an opportunity to pop in. Just wanted to say thanks again to Citizen, he's doing a fine job in my absence. I probably won't have the same access I used to have until around Christmas time when I will hopefully be gifted a brand new laptop, so I don't have to buy one myself.

[cricket]

You watch anything new JJ?

[cricket]

I haven't watched Wild Tales because we haven't heard from AlexWilder. I would like to see it at some point, but besides that, I'm done.

[Citizen Rules]

I'll PM AlexWilder and ask if he's still in the Comedy Hof or not, I'll post back here soon with an answer.

BTW, I was surprised by Wild Tales, definitely one of the better comedy choices. Based on what I think you like in movies Cricket, I believe you would really like Wild Tales. It's six short stories about revenge or troubled people. It's humor is dark and at times violent. Cleverly and professional done.

[Pussy Galore]

I have My Dinner with Jimmy and Pure Luck to Watch, but I can't find them.

[Citizen Rules]

I have an online link for streaming Pure Luck...But My Dinner With Jimi is hard to find streaming but is available as a DVD rental from Netflix.

[Pussy Galore]

I don't know how to rent DVD from netflix, I use it as a streaming device, but how can I rent dvd's from it?

[mark f]

They're on two different plans. You should be able to go in your account online and add mailed DVDs if you want, but it's an extra monthlly charge which you should see before you do it. :)

[Pussy Galore]

I live in Canada

[mark f]

I know. Canadian Netflix doesn't mail DVDs anymore?

[BlueLion]

Sorry everyone, but I am dropping out of this. Seen six of the films over the course of nearly four months, which is a poor showing. I'm struggling to find the motivation to continue, mainly due to the passivity in the thread.

Good luck.

[cricket]

And your winner for the Comedy Hall of Fame is......

Happiness

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jeVvKTXVDmA/UEWopzTkZCI/AAAAAAAAsww/ZR0OsWZ7Brs/s1600/Happiness+%281998%29.17.jpg

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TC-ljNSheaQ/UEWo2Atn5gI/AAAAAAAAsyg/5ifNQOmldCg/s1600/Happiness+%281998%29b0008.png


Thank you all for participating!!

[Citizen Rules]

Sorry Cricket, JJ left me in charge and so I declare your movie banned;) Besides we all know my film won:p

[Pussy Galore]

Is this still on? I've watched everything except My dinner with jimi and pure luck

[jiraffejustin]

Uh probably not... I think we should all just cut our losses here. Chalk this up as a learning experience and then burn this thread to the ground.

Sorry about not doing a good job with this. If I ever host another hall of fame or anything of the like, it won't be any time soon.

[cricket]

I nominated this for worst thread, another failure.