MoFo Movie Roulette II (a movie watching participation event)

[Citizen Rules]

Movie Roulette II

It's a good time to re-start the Movie Roulette! Same basic idea as originally developed by TheUsualSuspect here (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?t=63120).



How this works:
Each week participants are paired up and they recommend a movie for each other to watch that they believe their partner will rate highly. The next week the partners are shuffled and the whole thing starts over.

After everyone has been matched up, the person who has the most "popcorn rating points" wins...The goal is to have fun & discover great movies at an easy going pace.

Rules:
The person must not have seen the film who's going to be watching it.

When choosing movies for your partner, give them 3 movies that you believe they will love or rate highly. The partner will pick which one they want to watch. In the rare case that there's nothing that they want to watch, 3 more movies can then be chosen.

After watching the movie: write a little blurb about it and rate it fromrating_0 to rating_5 (0 to 5 points) and half points can be used so a movie could be rated .5 or 3.5 etc.

I will log everyone's points and write ups in this post.

***If someone wishes to participant for just one round, they can do so if their partner is agreeable.
Participants

Citizen Rules 20.5
Allaby - Face in the Crowd -5
BooBooKittyFock - Branded to Kill - 3.5
Jiraffejustin - The Red Shoes - 4.5
CosmicRunaway - The Blue Light - 4
Edarsenal - Alice's Restaurant - 3.5

Allaby 19.5
Citizen Rules - One Foot in Heaven - 3
Edarsenal - Memories of Murder - 4.5
CosmicRunaway - Ikiru - 4.5
Jiraffejustin - Sleepaway Camp - 3.5
BooBooKittyFock - A Single Man - 4

Edarsenal 20.5
Jiraffejustin - Black Narcissus - 4.5
Allaby - Le crime de Monsieur Lange - 3
CosmicRunaway - Memories of Murder - 4
BooBooKittyFock - Rififi - 5
Citizen Rules - Rango - 4

Jiraffejustin 21.5
Edarsenal - Siraa Fil-Mina - 4.5
CosmicRunaway - Throne of Blood - 4.5
Citizen Rules - Cairo Station - 4
Allaby - Divorce Italian Style - 4
BooBooKittyFock - Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance - 4.5

CosmicRunaway 21.5
BooBooKittyFock - Barton Fink - 4.5
Jiraffejustin - Waltz with Bashir - 4
Allaby - Persepolis - 4.5
Citizen Rules - The Producers - 3.5
Edarsenal - Ikiru - 5

BooBooKittyFock 21
CosmicRunaway - The Raid - 4.0
Citizen Rules - Cat on a Hot Tin Roof - 4.5
Edarsenal - Badlands - 4.5
Allaby - Antwone Fisher - 3.5
Jiraffejustin - Pixote - 4.5

[Allaby]

Sign me up! I really enjoyed the first round.

[Citizen Rules]

Sign me up! I really enjoyed the first round.Cool! Glad to have you.

I loved your choice for me last time, The Naked Island (1960) such a unique, minimalist type film that I would have never seen if it wasn't for the last Movie Roulette.

[Citizen Rules]

Some from the first Movie Roulette said they wanted to continue, hopefully they're still up for it?

@jiraffejustin (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=76459) @cricket (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=68505) @edarsenal (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536)

and of course ANYONE else can give this a try....Questions about how this works? Just ask:D

[edarsenal]

Oh yeah!
I just remarked on The Naked Island being on your Countdown list, so when I can, I read your review. Nice!
Here's a Cheat Sheet (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=2156415#post2156415) for anyone picking movies for me

[Citizen Rules]

Oh yeah!
I just remarked on The Naked Island being on your Countdown list, so when I can, I read your review. Nice!
Here's a Cheat Sheet (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=2156415#post2156415) for anyone picking movies for meGlad you're in! I took a gander at your Cheat Sheet and I've seen some of the blue watch list ones, some really great films there.

[jiraffejustin]

I'm down to clown.

[Citizen Rules]

I'm down to clown.Cool! Glad to have you.

Hoping for at least a few more people.

[SpelingError]

I'm probably going to hold off on joining any more Hall of Fame's until the 26th HoF starts, but I hope enough people join this one as well :up:

[Citizen Rules]

I'm probably going to hold off on joining any more Hall of Fame's until the 26th HoF starts, but I hope enough people join this one as well :up:Oh, I understand being busy alright, I'm so overworked these days:eek:

I should say this is not an HoF. It's not structured like one and has different goals. It's much more like Cricket's idea of the Personal Recommendation series.

[Captain Spaulding]

I'm down to clown.

Stop appropriating my culture.

[CosmicRunaway]

After watching the movie: write a little blurb about it and rate it fromrating_1 torating_5
Not allowed to give a film rating_0_5 if it's practically unwatchable?

[Citizen Rules]

Not allowed to give a film rating_0_5 if it's practically unwatchable?Sure thing...and good point, thanks. I will change it now in the first post.

[cricket]

I have to sit this one out, struggling to make hay with the HoF. More time come November.

[Citizen Rules]

I have to sit this one out, struggling to make hay with the HoF. More time come November.Bummer...hopefully see you in November.

[CosmicRunaway]

If you end up with an odd number of participants when you guys want to start, I can join. I'm just really bad at recommending films, and equally terrible at remembering which films I've already seen haha.

Speaking of which, if someone (;)) started to watch a film, then realized they had already seen it, would they just pick one of the other two options they were given?

[Citizen Rules]

If you end up with an odd number of participants when you guys want to start, I can join. I'm just really bad at recommending films, and equally terrible at remembering which films I've already seen haha.
An odd number would be fine, you should join:) This is just for fun, not really formal like an HoF.

Speaking of which, if someone (;)) started to watch a film, then realized they had already seen it, would they just pick one of the other two options they were given?Yup. Works for me:p

[BooBooKittyFock]

To late to sign up if you’ll have me?

[Citizen Rules]

To late to sign up if you’ll have me?
Sure why not, glad to have you join! Oh and you and Cosmic would make an even number again.

[CosmicRunaway]

An odd number would be fine
How would that work though? One person sits out each week?

[Citizen Rules]

How would that work though? One person sits out each week?I suppose someone could have two movie partners for one week. I'd be up to watch 2 instead of 1 movie in a week.

[BooBooKittyFock]

Sure why not, glad to have you join! Oh and you and Cosmic would make an even number again.

Awesome 🙏

Looking forward to it!

[Citizen Rules]

Awesome 🙏

Looking forward to it!I'll post the parings tomorrow. Hopefully Cosmic is in for an even number of members.

BooBooKittyFock..crazy name:p how'd you come up with that? I don't really know much about you or your movie taste. Tells us what kind of movies you like? And any kind of movies you hate? I'm sure you're a big fan of Will Ferrell and musicals;)

[BooBooKittyFock]

I'll post the parings tomorrow. Hopefully Cosmic is in for an even number of members.

BooBooKittyFock..crazy name:p how'd you come up with that? I don't really know much about you or your movie taste. Tells us what kind of movies you like? And any kind of movies you hate? I'm sure you're a big fan of Will Ferrell and musicals;)

Boobookittyfock, is a pet name Jay from Jay and silent bob strike back, give Justice.


Here’s my letterboxd:

https://boxd.it/EHGF

[Citizen Rules]

Boobookittyfock, is a pet name Jay from Jay and silent bob strike back, give Justice.


Here’s my letterboxd:

https://boxd.it/EHGF (https://boxd.it/EHGF)Did you use to post here as Royalwitcheese?

[BooBooKittyFock]

Did you use to post here as Royalwitcheese?


I did, a long time a go, 4 years ago maybe, but my profile name timed out and I lost my name here. I believe it was spelled the same Royal3witcheese

[CosmicRunaway]

I'll post the parings tomorrow. Hopefully Cosmic is in for an even number of members.
Yeah, you can count me in. :up:

[Citizen Rules]

Round 1

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637) @Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465)
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@edarsenal (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536) @jiraffejustin (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=76459)
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@CosmicRunaway (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=90868) @BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)
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Let's start this!
Tag your partner when you post your three movie selections for them, they will then choose one of them that they haven't seen.

If you don't know your partner's movie taste just do a little research, or just ask them.

[CosmicRunaway]

Here's a quick post in case anyone is wondering what to choose for me.

I don't have a letterboxd account, and my review thread is long since dead but I have been keeping the main post updated with links to every HoF and other review-like post I've ever written. Here's a link to that (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?t=45784).

I love fantasy, sci-fi, horror (except slashers - unless they're also comedies), action films, and anything with a lot of style or atmosphere. You're welcome to choose very new films that are still only premium rentals if you'd like, and I'm always down to check out foreign films.

I typically hate documentaries and musicals, and I'm not usually keen on coming-of-age films if that's the entire focus of the story.

[Allaby]

My Letterboxd:
https://letterboxd.com/steveallaby/

My IMDb:
https://m.imdb.com/user/ur44669823/?ref_=nv_usr_prof_2

I like a wide variety of films in different genres, from all over the world and different times. I enjoy fun comedies, good musicals, entertaining horror films and well made dramas. Favourite directors include: Hitchcock, Scorsese, Spielberg, Kubrick and Bergman. I don’t like animal cruelty or violence against animals in films, but I’m okay with violence against people. I have no objection to sexy scenes or naked people (of any age). I also like pizza and chocolate.

[CosmicRunaway]

The first few films I thought of for BooBooKittyFock after skimming their Letterboxd are listed as being on their watchlist already haha.

[jiraffejustin]

edarsenal I will be picking your choices out when I get home. In the mean time, here is my letterboxd (https://letterboxd.com/jiraffejustin/) if you wanna use it to help you with my choices.

[CosmicRunaway]

I have 16 films shortlisted for BBKF. Have something else to do now, but then I'll try to narrow it down. If they don't make a post about what genres they prefer/would like to avoid, I guess I'll just pick three completely different films so that there's at least a variety haha.

[Citizen Rules]

I have 16 films shortlisted for BBKF. Have something else to do now, but then I'll try to narrow it down. If they don't make a post about what genres they prefer/would like to avoid, I guess I'll just pick three completely different films so that there's at least a variety haha.Variety might be a good idea, I've done that in the 1st MR.

I'll post my 3 choices for Allaby tonight or tomorrow, right now I'm on like a 10 minute work break.

[CosmicRunaway]

BooBooKittyFock

Here are your three choices:

Barton Fink (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101410/) (1991)
Directed by: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Notes: Saw this on your watchlist and thought it was similar to some other films that you seemed to like. Though honestly I don't remember much about it other than it has some great cinematography.

Mandy (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6998518/) (2018)
Directed by: Panos Cosmatos
Notes: Starts slow and slightly arthouse, turns over-the-top gorey. Highly stylized.

Millenium Actress (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0291350/) (2001)
Directed by: Satoshi Kon
Notes: You had Perfect Blue from the same director on your watchlist, but I wanted to give you a tonally lighter choice, and this is a less depressing take on similar subject matter.

[edarsenal]

edarsenal I will be picking your choices out when I get home. In the mean time, here is my letterboxd (https://letterboxd.com/jiraffejustin/) if you wanna use it to help you with my choices.

THANKS JJ!
I'll be doing the same tonight and here's a Here's a Cheat Sheet (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=2156415#post2156415) to help you, and everyone I posted on the first page of this.

[Allaby]

@CitizenRules

My nominations for you are:

Sons of the Desert (1933)
One Foot in Heaven (1941)
The Marrying Kind (1952)

[Citizen Rules]

@CitizenRules

My nominations for you are:

Sons of the Desert (1933)
One Foot in Heaven (1941)
The Marrying Kind (1952)

All good sounding choices🙂 I'll go with One Foot in Heaven because Frederick March is the man!

[Citizen Rules]

Allaby

Here's your three movie choices. Let me know if you've seen them or if they just plum don't work for you.

A Face in the Crowd 1957 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050371/)
Birdman of Alcatraz 1962 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055798/)
The Pawnbroker 1964 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059575/)

[Allaby]

All good sounding choices🙂 I'll go with One Foot in Heaven because Frederick March is the man!

Excellent choice! Hope you enjoy it!

[Allaby]

Allaby

Here's your three movie choices. Let me know if you've seen them or if they just plum don't work for you.

A Face in the Crowd 1957 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050371/)
Birdman of Alcatraz 1962 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055798/)
The Pawnbroker 1964 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059575/)

I haven't seen any of them, but have heard good things and been meaning to eventually get around to them. I will go with A Face in the Crowd.

[BooBooKittyFock]

BooBooKittyFock

Here are your three choices:

Barton Fink (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101410/) (1991)
Directed by: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Notes: Saw this on your watchlist and thought it was similar to some other films that you seemed to like. Though honestly I don't remember much about it other than it has some great cinematography.

Mandy (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6998518/) (2018)
Directed by: Panos Cosmatos
Notes: Starts slow and slightly arthouse, turns over-the-top gorey. Highly stylized.

Millenium Actress (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0291350/) (2001)
Directed by: Satoshi Kon
Notes: You had Perfect Blue from the same director on your watchlist, but I wanted to give you a tonally lighter choice, and this is a less depressing take on similar subject matter.

Thanks Cosmic!

Give me a sec, I just got home, I’ll figure out three films you haven’t seen!

[Takoma11]

BooBooKittyFock

Here are your three choices:

Barton Fink (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101410/) (1991)
Directed by: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Notes: Saw this on your watchlist and thought it was similar to some other films that you seemed to like. Though honestly I don't remember much about it other than it has some great cinematography.

Mandy (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6998518/) (2018)
Directed by: Panos Cosmatos
Notes: Starts slow and slightly arthouse, turns over-the-top gorey. Highly stylized.

Millenium Actress (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0291350/) (2001)
Directed by: Satoshi Kon
Notes: You had Perfect Blue from the same director on your watchlist, but I wanted to give you a tonally lighter choice, and this is a less depressing take on similar subject matter.

I know I'm not playing, but I just want to say I love this trio of recommendations.

[edarsenal]

Alrighty, jiraffejustin here be your choices:

Black Narcissus (1947) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039192/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3)

The Chaser (2008) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1190539/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0)

Fargo (1996) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116282/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3)


went with a wide variety in hopes of hitting something you'll be very much in the mood to see. ENJOY

[Citizen Rules]

I haven't seen any of them, but have heard good things and been meaning to eventually get around to them. I will go with A Face in the Crowd.It's a unique movie for sure, even more so for a 1950s movie.

[edarsenal]

I've been curious about that one myself. Looking forward to hearing what Allaby thinks of it

[BooBooKittyFock]

CosmicRunaway

I’m going to try and give you a 3 films you hopefully haven’t seen, I looked at your link but that’s all I had to go off of.
Lmk if you watched any of the three films and I’ll replace it!

1. The Handmaiden 2016
Directed by: Park Chan-wook
My first recommendation is The Handmaiden. This is my favorite foreign film I’ve ever seen, I also think that you probably already saw this film, but at the slim chance you haven’t, it was worth the rec!

https://film-grab.com/wp-content/uploads/photo-gallery/The_Handmaiden_015.jpg?bwg=1569841495

2. Stardust 2007
Directed by: Matthew Vaughn
My second recommendation, an awesome fantasy film, very cheesy but has a good blend of lore and can warm the heart.

https://cache.moviestillsdb.com/i/500x/5ubx3g03/stardust-lg.jpg

3. A River Runs Through It 1992
Directed by: Robert Redford
My third recommendation, is a film that I hold close to my heart. It was my dads favorite film growing up and is now one of mine, if you haven’t seen it, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

https://cache.moviestillsdb.com/i/500x/wxsmce4f/a-river-runs-through-it-lg.jpg

Enjoy, Cheers!

[BooBooKittyFock]

BooBooKittyFock

Here are your three choices:

Barton Fink (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101410/) (1991)
Directed by: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Notes: Saw this on your watchlist and thought it was similar to some other films that you seemed to like. Though honestly I don't remember much about it other than it has some great cinematography.

Mandy (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6998518/) (2018)
Directed by: Panos Cosmatos
Notes: Starts slow and slightly arthouse, turns over-the-top gorey. Highly stylized.

Millenium Actress (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0291350/) (2001)
Directed by: Satoshi Kon
Notes: You had Perfect Blue from the same director on your watchlist, but I wanted to give you a tonally lighter choice, and this is a less depressing take on similar subject matter.

I choose Millenium Actress!

Looking forward to the watch, lmk if you have seen any of my films again, cheers!

[jiraffejustin]

edarsenal sorry I took so long

1. Dark Waters (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049761/)

2. Black Orpheus (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053146/)

3. Elite Squad (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0861739/)

So I looked at your checklist to see what I could do for you, so here are three non-English language films that will help with getting to ten of those. Black Orpheus is on your watchlist, plus I saw it due to the first round of this game. Dark Waters is an African film that would check off that part of the challenge, plus it is on Netflix (or at least it was last I checked). It has like six different titles, so I just went with the one on Netflix and Letterboxd. It has a young Omar Sharif. It's my favorite of the three I gave you. Elite Squad just came to me when I was trying to think of something different from the other two and more modern.

[jiraffejustin]

Alrighty, jiraffejustin here be your choices:

Black Narcissus (1947) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039192/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3)

The Chaser (2008) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1190539/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0)

Fargo (1996) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116282/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3)


went with a wide variety in hopes of hitting something you'll be very much in the mood to see. ENJOY

I'll be watching one of the first two. I haven't decided which yet. I've already seen Fargo, but I have it on my Letterboxd watchlist because it's due for a rewatch.

And I don't mind anybody using my watchlist to choose something for me, but it's definitely not a requirement. You can go with anything.

[CosmicRunaway]

I’m going to try and give you a 3 films you hopefully haven’t seen, I looked at your link but that’s all I had to go off of.
Yeah, other than the site's lists I don't really have anything else unfortunately. I've been updating my "seen log" whenever I remember watching a film, particularly when it's not on a list already, but I'm not sure if anyone else can view your seen log.


Lmk if you watched any of the three films and I’ll replace it!

1. The Handmaiden 2016
Directed by: Park Chan-wook
My first recommendation is The Handmaiden. This is my favorite foreign film I’ve ever seen, I also think that you probably already saw this film, but at the slim chance you haven’t, it was worth the rec!
I actually have seen this one, but it would've been a great pick! You don't have to replace it though, since I'll watch Stardust.

I avoided Stardust when it was new because I didn't particularly like the trailer. I've really enjoyed some of the director's other work though (First Class and the Kingsman films), so I think it's about time I give it a shot.

[CosmicRunaway]

Heading to work now, but when I get home later, maybe I'll look into finally setting up a letterboxd account.

[BooBooKittyFock]

Heading to work now, but when I get home later, maybe I'll look into finally setting up a letterboxd account.

No pressure, I got two out of three, hope you enjoy the film! Have a good day at work and happy Friday!

[BooBooKittyFock]

CosmicRunaway
Since you’re going to work anyway, ima give this another shot, even though you said you’d pick Stardust.

1. The Raid 2011
Directed by: Gareth Evans
I saw John Wick was in your favorites, based off of that, I recommend this, great action sequences and a thrilling movie from cover to cover. If you have seen The Raid, then the rec will go to “The Raid 2”

[CosmicRunaway]

Since you’re going to work anyway, ima give this another shot, even though you said you’d pick Stardust.

1. The Raid 2011
Directed by: Gareth Evans
I saw John Wick was in your favorites, based off of that, I recommend this, great action sequences and a thrilling movie from cover to cover. If you have seen The Raid, then the rec will go to “The Raid 2”
Ooh, I've been meaning to watch The Raid for ages now, but just haven't gotten around to it. Now I have a decision to make.

[CosmicRunaway]

@BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434) Definitely going to go with The Raid. I think I'll like it more than Stardust, and when I asked my room mate (who has seen both) which one he thinks I should go with, he laughed and said "obviously The Raid, how is that even a question" haha.

[CosmicRunaway]

https://letterboxd.com/CosmicRunaway/

I now have a (work-in-progress) letterboxd account! Hopefully I'll have it updated by the time the next round starts. Have to quit for now after only adding recent films since I'm leaving to go see a screening of Free Guy.

[BooBooKittyFock]

@BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434) Definitely going to go with The Raid. I think I'll like it more than Stardust, and when I asked my room mate (who has seen both) which one he thinks I should go with, he laughed and said "obviously The Raid, how is that even a question" haha.

Awesome! Glad I was able to pick a film I. Your wheelhouse!

Speaking of, I’m going to switch my choose to Barton Fink, feel like you did your research right and I would like that the most. I picked the other because it was on the criterion channel but I don’t have an issue with purchasing a Cohen brother film!

[Citizen Rules]

Awesome! Glad I was able to pick a film I. Your wheelhouse!

Speaking of, I’m going to switch my choose to Barton Fink, feel like you did your research right and I would like that the most. I picked the other because it was on the criterion channel but I don’t have an issue with purchasing a Cohen brother film!I enjoyed Barton Fink...btw if you need a free link, just give a shout out and someone probably can find it and PM you one.

[BooBooKittyFock]

I enjoyed Barton Fink...btw if you need a free link, just give a shout out and someone probably can find it and PM you one.

I know most cinephiles tend to stick to hard copies like blu ray, but I’m unorganized and I like digital copies, I back them up on my hard drive. I’ll probably just purchase it, there are certain directors I try to collect their full filmography! I’ll let you know if I end up needing the link though, thanks!

[Citizen Rules]

80207
One Foot In Heaven (Irving Rapper 1941)

I'm a sucker for sentimental films, but this one just didn't do anything for me. It was a nice watch but nothing much happened that I cared about. I was hoping it would've had more heart like I Remember Mama, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn or The Bells of St Mary's. The story itself seemed worthy of a film but the movie just plodded along. I think the fault is in the director.

Frederick March was one of the all time great actors, but he didn't really get a chance to shine here. For shining, it's Beulah Bondi who hits a home run with her performance of a rich, snooty and controlling woman.

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[edarsenal]

I'll be watching one of the first two. I haven't decided which yet. I've already seen Fargo, but I have it on my Letterboxd watchlist because it's due for a rewatch.

And I don't mind anybody using my watchlist to choose something for me, but it's definitely not a requirement. You can go with anything.
Both The Chaser and Black Narcissus are very solid, excellent films for their genre so just run with whichever calls to you more and I hope you enjoy them.

edarsenal sorry I took so long

1. Dark Waters (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049761/)

2. Black Orpheus (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053146/)

3. Elite Squad (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0861739/)

So I looked at your checklist to see what I could do for you, so here are three non-English language films that will help with getting to ten of those. Black Orpheus is on your watchlist, plus I saw it due to the first round of this game. Dark Waters is an African film that would check off that part of the challenge, plus it is on Netflix (or at least it was last I checked). It has like six different titles, so I just went with the one on Netflix and Letterboxd. It has a young Omar Sharif. It's my favorite of the three I gave you. Elite Squad just came to me when I was trying to think of something different from the other two and more modern.

No worries about the time it took, being quite the procrastinator meself lol.
Quite the intriguing set of choices. Thank you for that. I do already have Black Orpheus nominated for me in The Personal Rec HoF, it wouldn't be fair to double up if I chose that one. Elite Squad is one I've never heard of but looks pretty intense and something I could definitely sink my teeth into. But, in the end, even though there was an initial glee at having assistance in a sorely needed filler in my Film Challenge there is something very, very beguiling about Dark Waters aka Siraa Fil-Mina. Though I may need assistance locating it since my initial search has come up a bit of a bust.

::EDIT:: Scratch that! The Movie Gods have smiled on me! It's on Netflix!!! WOO HOO

[Citizen Rules]

...something very, very beguiling about Dark Waters aka Siraa Fil-Mina. Though I may need assistance locating it since my initial search has come up a bit of a bust.

::EDIT:: Scratch that! The Movie Gods have smiled on me! It's on Netflix!!! WOO HOOVery surprising that it's on Netflix, but very cool. Lucky you as I image it might be hard to find otherwise.

[Wyldesyde19]

If you like Dark Waters, which stars a young Omar Sharif, definitely also check out a few other films by the same director, Youssef Chahine. Best thing going for Netflix.

Cairo Station
Alexandria…..Why?
An Egyptian Tale
Alexandria, again and Forever

[jiraffejustin]

Yeah finding Chahine films on Netflix was weird but exciting when I started trying to check out Egyptian films

[edarsenal]

Very surprising that it's on Netflix, but very cool. Lucky you as I image it might be hard to find otherwise.
VERY lucky indeed! Since the usual spot didn't have one with subs, though it WAS an excellent version otherwise.
If you like Dark Waters, which stars a young Omar Sharif, definitely also check out a few other films by the same director, Youssef Chahine. Best thing going for Netflix.

Cairo Station
Alexandria…..Why?
An Egyptian Tale
Alexandria, again and Forever
SWEET, THANKS Wylde! I definitely will. One of the selling points was the opportunity to see a young Sharif. Should be pretty cool.
Yeah finding Chahine films on Netflix was weird but exciting when I started trying to check out Egyptian films
I have been VERY surprised on occasion with films that DO show up on Netflix. Though their algorithm for allegedly suggesting films that we'd like does seem to shut a lot of doors for possible excellent viewing for previously unknown sources. But, hey, I'll take what I can get when I get it.
Also, I have a feeling a preliminary Thank you is going to be very much in order :)

[Wyldesyde19]

Yeah finding Chahine films on Netflix was weird but exciting when I started trying to check out Egyptian films
Yeah, I’ve gone through 11 of them, with only one more, Saladin, to watch. I aim to finish it up this weekend.

It’s been a mixed bag, of sorts, but there are genuinely 4 films that are definitely worth mentioning, with 2 or 3 more also worthwhile.

I hope Netflix considers this when they decide on other films to stream in the future

[BooBooKittyFock]

CosmicRunaway

You’ve been putting in the work!

1,100 films already, holy ****!

[CosmicRunaway]

You’ve been putting in the work!

1,100 films already, holy ****!
Yeah, my free time has been consumed with adding films haha.

I'm probably about 80% through the films I've marked as seen here on Movie Forums. I'll definitely have those done by the time the next round starts. I'll still be missing things I've watched, but it should at least be pretty accurate.

What's not entirely accurate are my ratings, but that's an issue for another time. :lol:

[Allaby]

I just finished watching A Face in the Crowd, as suggested by my good buddy, @CitizenRules. If I could sum up my experience watching this film in one word, it would be: WOW! A Face in the Crowd is a masterpiece and one of the greatest films of all time. Brilliantly directed by Elia Kazan, the films stars Andy Griffith in a fantastic, career best performance as Larry 'Lonesome' Rhodes, a drifter who rapidly ascends to become an influential radio and tv star. This film is more relevant now than when it first came out and has a lot of worthwhile things to say about the dangers of fame and power. The screenplay is exceptionally smart and sharply written. In addition to Griffith's powerhouse performance, Patricia Neal is great as the woman who first discovers Rhodes and falls under his spell. I really enjoyed the film. It was consistently entertaining, engaging and ranged from funny to sad to frightening and back again. I cared about the characters and was invested in what was happening. Even though Griffith's character acts like a jerk at times, I didn't completely hate him and even felt empathy towards him. I appreciated that he was written and portrayed as a complex, flawed character and he didn't come across as an over the top villain. A Face in The Crowd is without a doubt a must see film and I'm glad Mr. Rules suggested it for me. 5

[edarsenal]

Face in the Crowd is on my Watchlist and looking forward to eventually seeing it. Very glad to hear you enjoyed it as much as you did, allaby - very cool!

equally so, I am sad to hear, CR, it wasn't the same with One Foot in Heaven. It definitely sounded like it should have been right up your alley. That is a shame.

And Cosmic, a very cool surprise that you'd want to check out Raid. Mucho rep points for that! HUGE fan of that film. It's chock full of "HOLY SH#T!!" fight sequences in an almost video game scenario. Can't wait to see what you think of it.


As for me. . .

[edarsenal]

JJ has gifted me with not only a seriously needed filler on my Movie Challenge but a wonderful movie experience as well that allowed me to see a young Omar Shariff - FINALLY, with:

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https://i2.wp.com/diaspora.telquel.ma/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Omar-Sharif-Faten-Hamama.jpg?resize=780%2C585&ssl=1


Dark Waters aka Siraa Fil-Mina (1956) 4.5
Twenty-five-year-old Ragab (Omar Shariff) returns home after three years at sea to his mother and his cousin, a girl when he left, now, an intoxicating young woman. Played with true fire by Faten Hamamah.
A volatile, quick to anger, jealous man, Ragab is easily manipulated by a local businessman looking to make a coup against another businessman. All of which plays out in a Shakespearean deception that reminded me of such plays as Othello and Much Ado About Nothing.

An Egyptian Soap Opera set on the piers of the local town, centering on its workers as the brewing storm is orchestrated with deceit and accusations of betrayal. Filmed with finesse, this was an engaging visit to a vibrant seacoast life.

[CosmicRunaway]

And Cosmic, a very cool surprise that you'd want to check out Raid. Mucho rep points for that! HUGE fan of that film. It's chock full of "HOLY SH#T!!" fight sequences in an almost video game scenario. Can't wait to see what you think of it.
Yeah, a few of my friends have been telling me to watch it for years now. It was on Netflix here for a bit, and I did actually turn it on but it was only the dub so I quickly bailed out.

I was going to watch it this afternoon, but I spent too long on my letterboxd account. On the plus side I've added (and vaguely rated) everything I can think of at the moment. Just need to work on my watchlist now. :cool:

[edarsenal]

youuuu busy lil bee, you :)

[BooBooKittyFock]

Barton Fink
This film was amazing, I don’t know why I put it off for so long. This was the first Cohen Brothers film that started a beautiful relationship with Roger Deakins and boy did it pay off.

From the cinematography, to the acting, which were both done beautifully in a minimalist fashion by having simple sets that resembled legendary films like The Shining and setting shoes outside the rooms of the hotel to imply the hotel was full, even though you only ever saw the legendary actors that were casted that poured their heart and soul into their work. All while leaving reoccurring themes throughout the film making your mind race to connect the pieces all without giving you a direct answer, to sort out all the details and answer all the questions you have on your own accord.

I loved this film and would recommend it to anyone who likes The Cohen Brothers. I also intend giving this a rewatch to see if I can spot more of the subtle hidden treasures hidden throughout the film.

Thanks for the rec! CosmicRunaway
Citizen Rules

4.5
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[Citizen Rules]

...A Face in the Crowd... If I could sum up my experience watching this film in one word, it would be: WOW! A Face in the Crowd is a masterpiece and one of the greatest films of all time. Brilliantly directed by Elia Kazan... rating_5I say WOW too! So glad you liked it, that's important to me. I'm a huge fan of Elia Kazan, he's one of my favorite directors. Have you seen many of his films? He's got a lot of great ones.

@Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465) I'm going to watch your other recommendation for me The Marrying Kind tonight, just as a bonus watch. Looking forward to it.


Dark Waters aka Siraa Fil-Mina (1956) rating_4_5...Filmed with finesse, this was an engaging visit to a vibrant seacoast life. Wow again:p glad to see you had such a positive experience with it. I'd not heard of it before...that's what's good about this.

Barton Fink
This film was amazing, I don’t know why I put it off for so long.
rating_4_5
I love that film too and think it's very special!

[CosmicRunaway]

Thanks for the rec!
Glad you enjoyed it! Your review makes me want to watch it again haha.

[Allaby]

I say WOW too! So glad you liked it, that's important to me. I'm a huge fan of Elia Kazan, he's one of my favorite directors. Have you seen many of his films? He's got a lot of great ones.

@Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465) I'm going to watch your other recommendation for me The Marrying Kind tonight, just as a bonus watch. Looking forward to it.

Wow again:p glad to see you had such a positive experience with it. I'd not heard of it before...that's what's good about this.

I love that film too and think it's very special!

I've seen 7 of Kazan's films and they were all good to great. A Face in the Crowd is now my favourite of his. East of Eden, Gentlemen's Agreement and On the Waterfront are all great too. Panic in the Streets would be my least favourite of his films that I have seen, but it was still good (a 7/10).

[BooBooKittyFock]

Glad you enjoyed it! Your review makes me want to watch it again haha.


Lmao, at the end I couldn’t stop thinking “What’s in the box, what’s in the box”
Thankfully Se7en showed us what was in the box.

[edarsenal]

While not at the very top of my favorite Coen, it is the most cerebral of theirs which definitely says a lot for it. I have a review commenting on what I enjoyed about it in a HoF somewheres but too blah today to go a-searchin.
Regardless very awesome you enjoyed it, Boo-Boo. (LOVE the Jay and Silent Bob reference btw)

[CosmicRunaway]

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The Raid (2011)
Directed By: Gareth Evans
Starring: Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Yayan Ruhian

I thought people were understating the similarities between The Raid and Dredd, and that it would just be the basic premise that was the same. It does go slightly deeper than that, but they're clearly two very different films. While Gareth Evans did joke about needing to rush production of The Raid when the script for Dredd leaked online, I do believe that the resemblance is entirely coincidental, and largely a consequence of restricting action to a single enclosed location.

The Raid opts for a more gritty, realistic approach to its cinematography. Filming fast-paced action on a handheld camera without the assistance of a steadicam often leads to a shaky mess that's hard to watch. Luckily here it is just a stylistic choice, rather than something being used to intentionally hide stuntmen or poor choreography, so the action is still clearly framed, and it's easy to follow what's going on. It does border on being too hectic at times, but it works well overall.

The film really comes into its own when it drops the guns and switches to martial arts. This is when the physical abilities of its actors are on full display, with impressive hand-to-hand sequences that look and feel appropriately brutal. Dialogue is fairly minimal throughout, and with such a simple premise, it's refreshing that there isn't any unnecessary exposition. It does feel like the runtime could've been trimmed to a lean 90 minutes, but cutting any of the action would be a disgrace to the choreographers' excellent work.



rating_4

[SpelingError]

Yeah, The Raid is pretty awesome. Big fan of it.

[BooBooKittyFock]

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The Raid (2011)
Directed By: Gareth Evans
Starring: Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Yayan Ruhian

The film really comes into its own when it drops the guns and switches to martial arts. This is when the physical abilities of its actors are on full display, with impressive hand-to-hand sequences that look and feel appropriately brutal. Dialogue is fairly minimal throughout, and with such a simple premise, it's refreshing that there isn't any unnecessary exposition. It does feel like the runtime could've been trimmed to a lean 90 minutes, but cutting any of the action would be a disgrace to the choreographers' excellent work.


rating_4



Glad you liked the film!

[BooBooKittyFock]

Round 1

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637) @Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465)
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@edarsenal (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536) @jiraffejustin (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=76459)
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@CosmicRunaway (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=90868) @BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)
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Let's start this!
Tag your partner when you post your three movie selections for them, they will then choose one of them that they haven't seen.

If you don't know your partner's movie taste just do a little research, or just ask them.


What day will every new round fall on?

[Citizen Rules]

What day will every new round fall on?Good question...I don't know to be honest. The days could change but about a week after the previous round the new one can start. Kind of depends on how active people are.

[jiraffejustin]

Black Narcissus

I figured with it being Pressburger and Powell that I should expect greatness as they have yet to fail me. Visually this is an A1 film with gorgeous technicolor and top-of-the-line tricks-of-the-trade that (not to beat a dead horse) look a million times better than the CGI that would be used today. The only negative I can think of in the visual front is that sometimes there is a glowing white line where the painting and real stuff collide, but I wouldn't have even noticed that had it not been pointed out to me. This film is also one of the most sexually tense films I've seen in recent memory, and that is without ever really showing anything at all. It is all done with wonderful facial expressions and excellent direction. The scenes where Kanchi is on her knees at the feet of the Young General are about as sexually overt as you can be, but there is also the fact that she is a poor orphan and he is nobility. Works on multiple levels there as they say. Tremendous facial acting by the ladies playing the Nuns, specifically Clodagh and Ruth, but there isn't really a negative mark to be given in that department to the nuns. Great film that works as a psychosexual drama and a haunted/cursed place horror film.

4.5

[edarsenal]

Black Narcissus

I figured with it being Pressburger and Powell that I should expect greatness as they have yet to fail me. Visually this is an A1 film with gorgeous technicolor and top-of-the-line tricks-of-the-trade that (not to beat a dead horse) look a million times better than the CGI that would be used today. The only negative I can think of in the visual front is that sometimes there is a glowing white line where the painting and real stuff collide, but I wouldn't have even noticed that had it not been pointed out to me. This film is also one of the most sexually tense films I've seen in recent memory, and that is without ever really showing anything at all. It is all done with wonderful facial expressions and excellent direction. The scenes where Kanchi is on her knees at the feet of the Young General are about as sexually overt as you can be, but there is also the fact that she is a poor orphan and he is nobility. Works on multiple levels there as they say. Tremendous facial acting by the ladies playing the Nuns, specifically Clodagh and Ruth, but there isn't really a negative mark to be given in that department to the nuns. Great film that works as a psychosexual drama and a haunted/cursed place horror film.

4.5
I was pretty amazed by it when it was nominated for me in the first Personal Rec HoF. And very happy to hear and pleasantly amazed by your score.
Psychosexual drama is an excellent description of it while at the same time, never fully expresses the experience of viewing this film. If that makes sense.

Never knew about the glowing white line so I imagine I'll be looking for it on my next viewing of this.
When I wrote about it, part of that review HAD to include images:

https://thelongtakedotnet.files.wordpress.com/2014/12/black-narcissus-1947-644x356.jpg
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[edarsenal]

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The Raid (2011)
Directed By: Gareth Evans
Starring: Iko Uwais, Joe Taslim, Yayan Ruhian

I thought people were understating the similarities between The Raid and Dredd, and that it would just be the basic premise that was the same. It does go slightly deeper than that, but they're clearly two very different films. While Gareth Evans did joke about needing to rush production of The Raid when the script for Dredd leaked online, I do believe that the resemblance is entirely coincidental, and largely a consequence of restricting action to a single enclosed location.

The Raid opts for a more gritty, realistic approach to its cinematography. Filming fast-paced action on a handheld camera without the assistance of a steadicam often leads to a shaky mess that's hard to watch. Luckily here it is just a stylistic choice, rather than something being used to intentionally hide stuntmen or poor choreography, so the action is still clearly framed, and it's easy to follow what's going on. It does border on being too hectic at times, but it works well overall.

The film really comes into its own when it drops the guns and switches to martial arts. This is when the physical abilities of its actors are on full display, with impressive hand-to-hand sequences that look and feel appropriately brutal. Dialogue is fairly minimal throughout, and with such a simple premise, it's refreshing that there isn't any unnecessary exposition. It does feel like the runtime could've been trimmed to a lean 90 minutes, but cutting any of the action would be a disgrace to the choreographers' excellent work.



rating_4


I agree, cutting it WOULD HAVE been a disgrace to the incredible work of the choreographers. So, SOOO many cringing "OH SH#T!" fight moments in this film that goes beyond stylistic into the - as you remarked, "Brutal", and yet it never ever gets mundane or overdone. In fact, it truly does escalate as the film reaches its climax. This really says a lot for a minimalistic storyline and dialogue set in one location - or rather, the many floors in one building.

Also, the hand-held filming is a perfect fit for this intense, action film. Complimenting those hectic moments that occur.

[jiraffejustin]

Some of the close-ups of the women would make excellent screenshots as well. I'm too lazy to do this, but if I wasn't I'd go back through and grab some in order and show the progression of these women throughout the film. From the way they are shot to the lighting techniques used and the way they are framed in doorways and other places, such as Ruth peering around the banister, the makeup on Ruth near the end, and obviously how these women managed to manipulate their faces, it was all tremendously visually represented.

[CosmicRunaway]

So, SOOO many cringing "OH SH#T!" fight moments in this film that goes beyond stylistic into the - as you remarked, "Brutal", and yet it never ever gets mundane or overdone.
I think the first time I went "OH WOW" was when Rama does a horizontal jump backwards through a door frame, dragging a guy with him to slam down on the broken wood below.

I do really like any stunts that involve doors, even though that one was essentially open haha. My favourite will probably always be David Belle slipping through a door's small window in District B13 though. Super impressive.

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[Citizen Rules]

Round 2

@Citizen Rules (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637) @BooBooKittyFock (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)
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@edarsenal (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536) @Allaby (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465)
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@CosmicRunaway (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=90868) @jiraffejustin (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=76459)

Everyone is done with Round 1, so we can start the next round now.

[jiraffejustin]

CosmicRunaway

I'll add more choices later if you want me to, but here is a quick choice that I didn't see on your Letterboxd or MoFo Lists: Throne of Blood (1957; Kurosawa)

I'm at work, but I wanted to get something out there quicker than I did last time.

[CosmicRunaway]

I'll add more choices later if you want me to, but here is a quick choice that I didn't see on your Letterboxd or MoFo Lists: Throne of Blood (1957; Kurosawa)

I'm at work, but I wanted to get something out there quicker than I did last time.
I've not seen that one yet, and I do love Toshiru Mifune. If you don't think you'll have time to find two more suggestions (there's no rush btw), I am more than happy to watch Throne of Blood. :up:

[jiraffejustin]

Here are some quick scatter-gun style picks for you. Normally it would take me time to whittle down this list, but here is the raw, uncut rough list of picks that came to mind.

Throne of Blood
Who Killed Captain Alex?
Black Girl (1966)
Demons (1971)
At Midnight I'll Take Your Soul (1964)
Amarcord
The Decameron (1971)
Bottle Rocket
All That Heaven Allows

[CosmicRunaway]

Here are some quick scatter-gun style picks for you. Normally it would take me time to whittle down this list, but here is the raw, uncut rough list of picks that came to mind.
I thought you were supposed to be at work? :p

A couple of those looks interesting, but Throne of Blood was honestly a great pick, so I'll go with that.

[edarsenal]

I think the first time I went "OH WOW" was when Rama does a horizontal jump backwards through a door frame, dragging a guy with him to slam down on the broken wood below.

I do really like any stunts that involve doors, even though that one was essentially open haha. My favourite will probably always be David Belle slipping through a door's small window in District B13 though. Super impressive.

https://64.media.tumblr.com/1846f08a609cdd655e676904a6e560b7/tumblr_o3vnheim0p1v6w3juo1_500.gifv

I've always wanted to see District B13 just for that style of acrobatics. I think the very first time I saw, what could be the genesis of that style was seeing Jackie Chan when Rumble in the Bronx came out and for me, fences work the same way.

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/f0/8d/8b/f08d8bc03d28295b47b72f65afec54ba.gif

Its evolving into this is extraordinary

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[Allaby]

edarsenal

My suggestions for you are:

Memories of Murder (2003)
Tokyo Story (1953)
Foreign Correspondent (1940)

[CosmicRunaway]

I've always wanted to see District B13 just for that style of acrobatics. I think the very first time I saw, what could be the genesis of that style was seeing Jackie Chan when Rumble in the Bronx came out and for me, fences work the same way.
Is this a hint that someone should give you the option to watch it during the roulette haha?

District B13 has some great stunts, and it's more than worth checking out for those alone. The plot is pretty generic, but it's a fun time if that's the kind of action flick you're in the mood for. David Belle, who plays the main character, is actually one of the pioneers of parkour.

I've not seen Rumble in the Bronx since it was new, and I keep mixing up a lot of Jackie Chan's films, to the point where I can't tell most of them apart. I should probably give it a rewatch.

[edarsenal]

Some of the close-ups of the women would make excellent screenshots as well. I'm too lazy to do this, but if I wasn't I'd go back through and grab some in order and show the progression of these women throughout the film. From the way they are shot to the lighting techniques used and the way they are framed in doorways and other places, such as Ruth peering around the banister, the makeup on Ruth near the end, and obviously how these women managed to manipulate their faces, it was all tremendously visually represented.

I know EXACTLY what you mean.

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[Citizen Rules]

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The Marrying Kind (George Cukor 1952)

@Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465) chose three movies for me and I went with One Foot in Heaven but I should've picked this one as I was impressed!

Judy Holliday is one unique actress who sadly didn't make that many movies. She won an Oscar for Best Actress for Born Yesterday (1950). Two years later she was hauled in front of House Un-American Activities Committee a victim of McCarthyism and charged with being a communist...What resulted was a two year hiatus from movies which basically stalled her once promising movie career. She only made 9 feature movies where she was prominently featured. I've seen 3 of her films now and plan on watching the rest. Judy Holliday died at 43.

The Marrying Kind is labeled a comedy drama, but it's a very frank look at a young, poor married couple who experience tragedy and end up turning on each other. It was a honest look at marriage especially for Hollywood circa 1952. I was impressed with the screenplay and of course by George Cukor who's one of the great humanist directors. This was Aldo Ray's first film and he's quite believable as a sometimes insecure, jerk of a husband.

rating_4

[CosmicRunaway]

jiraffejustin
Here are my picks for you! You have a more "worldly" watch history than I do, and I'm not overly familiar with a lot of the films you've rated highly, so I apologize if these end up being way off base.

About Elly (2009) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1360860/)
Directed by: Asghar Farhadi
Notes: More of a drama than a typical thriller. I actually had this in mind before I saw it was on your watchlist.

Bedevilled (2010) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1646959/)
Directed by: Jang Cheol-soo
Notes: Picked this just in case you're in the mood for something more violent and slightly disturbing.

Waltz with Bashir (2008) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1185616/)
Directed by: Ari Folman
Notes: A visually striking, and quite powerful Israeli animated war documentary.

[jiraffejustin]

jiraffejustin
Here are my picks for you! You have a more "worldly" watch history than I do, and I'm not overly familiar with a lot of the films you've rated highly, so I apologize if these end up being way off base.

About Elly (2009) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1360860/)
Directed by: Asghar Farhadi
Notes: More of a drama than a typical thriller. I actually had this in mind before I saw it was on your watchlist.

Bedevilled (2010) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1646959/)
Directed by: Jang Cheol-soo
Notes: Picked this just in case you're in the mood for something more violent and slightly disturbing.

Waltz with Bashir (2008) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1185616/)
Directed by: Ari Folman
Notes: A visually striking, and quite powerful Israeli animated war documentary.

None of these look off base for me. The hard part will be deciding which one to go with. All three are films I plan on getting to at some point. About Elly seems to be pretty popular with some folks around here, so I'll probably go with that one. Then again, it looks like Waltz with Bashir is on Criterion, and I am in the middle of a free trial. But, I don't think I've seen a good, disturbing horror film in a while.

[edarsenal]

edarsenal

My suggestions for you are:

Memories of Murder (2003)
Tokyo Story (1953)
Foreign Correspondent (1940)

Very difficult call, but in the end, I do believe I'm in the mood to delve further into a
Bong Joon Ho with Memories of Murder and THANK YOU!!

For you, since I wasn't able to see a list of unwatched films, I went with some that may work for you with a similar feel for your top rated films:

Rome, Open City (1945) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038890/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) I discovered this early this year and fell in love with it and I'm thinking it MAY be up your alley.
The Crime of Monsieur Lange (1936) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027478/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) this is a Renoir film that is a delightful mix of a thriller with a comedic undertone to it.
Lucky Number Slevin (2008) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0425210/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) A truly FUN stylistic crime film with a great cast. When I saw you rated Nobody very highly, this popped into my head. Nowhere near the action, but some great dialogue and twists and turns.


Should you need me to search a little more, I'm happy to do it. Also, if one of these works I do have great links to them should you need them. ENJOY

[Allaby]

Very difficult call, but in the end, I do believe I'm in the mood to delve further into a
Bong Joon Ho with Memories of Murder and THANK YOU!!

For you, since I wasn't able to see a list of unwatched films, I went with some that may work for you with a similar feel for your top rated films:

Rome, Open City (1945) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038890/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) I discovered this early this year and fell in love with it and I'm thinking it MAY be up your alley.
The Crime of Monsieur Lange (1936) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027478/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) this is a Renoir film that is a delightful mix of a thriller with a comedic undertone to it.
Lucky Number Slevin (2008) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0425210/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) A truly FUN stylistic crime film with a great cast. When I saw you rated Nobody very highly, this popped into my head. Nowhere near the action, but some great dialogue and twists and turns.


Should you need me to search a little more, I'm happy to do it. Also, if one of these works I do have great links to them should you need them. ENJOY

I've seen Rome Open City and it was excellent. I think I have seen Lucky Number Slevin years ago when it first came out. I will go with The Crime of Monsieur Lange.

[edarsenal]

I've seen Rome Open City and it was excellent. I think I have seen Lucky Number Slevin years ago when it first came out. I will go with The Crime of Monsieur Lange.
Cool, again, if you'd like me to pull two more since you've seen those, I very happy to.

[Allaby]

Cool, again, if you'd like me to pull two more since you've seen those, I very happy to.

I think I'm going to stick with Le crime de Monsieur Lange. Thanks for the suggestion.

[edarsenal]

hope you like it!

[Citizen Rules]

@BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)

Here's my choices for you.

Branded to Kill (1967 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061882/))
Philomena (2013) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2431286/)
Elvis and Anabelle (2007)
(https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0787462/)

[BooBooKittyFock]

@BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)

Here's my choices for you.

Branded to Kill (1967 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061882/))
Philomena (2013) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2431286/)
Elvis and Anabelle (2007)
(https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0787462/)


Hey Citizen Rules
Just got home, let me look at your profile and I’ll pick a film for myself and the three films for you!

[BooBooKittyFock]

Citizen Rules

I’m going to attempt to suggest three films for you, if any of these films you have seen, if you have a profile I could look at or your taste in films would be awesome, but it seems you’ve seen a lot of good films. This is my attempt:

1. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Director: Richard Brooks

2. The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her Lover
Director: Peter Greenaway

3. Glengarry Glen Ross
Director: James Foley

[BooBooKittyFock]

@BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)

Here's my choices for you.

Branded to Kill (1967 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061882/))
Philomena (2013) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2431286/)
Elvis and Anabelle (2007)
(https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0787462/)

I choose Branded to Kill

[Citizen Rules]

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)

I’m going to attempt to suggest three films for you, if any of these films you have seen, if you have a profile I could look at or your taste in films would be awesome, but it seems you’ve seen a lot of good films. This is my attempt:

1. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Director: Richard Brooks

2. The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her Lover
Director: Peter Greenaway

3. Glengarry Glen Ross
Director: James FoleyCool, looks like some interesting choices there. I have seen Cat on a Hot Tin Roof ages ago, I verily remember it.

[Citizen Rules]

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)

I’m going to attempt to suggest three films for you, if any of these films you have seen, if you have a profile I could look at or your taste in films would be awesome, but it seems you’ve seen a lot of good films. This is my attempt:

1. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Director: Richard Brooks

2. The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her Lover
Director: Peter Greenaway

3. Glengarry Glen Ross
Director: James Foley

The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her Lover...my wife would be mad at me that I picked an X rate violent film:eek:

Glengarry Glen Ross....sounds like a good movie, but right now I'm not happy with real estate agents! :rolleyes:

So I'll go with Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, I thought I might have seen it 20 years ago, but now I'm not totally sure.

[BooBooKittyFock]

The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her Lover...my wife would be mad at me that I picked an X rate violent film:eek:

Glengarry Glen Ross....sounds like a good movie, but right now I'm not happy with real estate agents! :rolleyes:

So I'll go with Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, I thought I might have seen it 20 years ago, but now I'm not totally sure.

Ok, that works, I was looking for a replacement for that film, if you saw it already lmk, found a few films to be replacements!*

Awesome choice btw!

And is The cook….. really rated x? Egad, doesn’t seem that bad 😅

[CosmicRunaway]

Just finished watching Throne of Blood, but I probably won't get the chance to write anything about it until tomorrow. I did really like it though. :up:

[edarsenal]

I haven't seen Throne of Blood for some twenty-five or more years and I can scarcely remember anything beyond the very long traverse through the fog at the very beginning. I should really unmark it on my List to encourage a revisit.

[rauldc14]

Cook is one of the worst movies I've ever seen. Good job escaping it, CR!

[Allaby]

So I watched Le crime de Monsieur Lange (1936), as suggested by edarsenal. Directed by Jean Renoir, the film is a mix of comedy and crime drama showing in flashbacks how and why a murder happened. This didn't really do a lot for me to be honest. I liked the cinematography best of all. The story was alright, but I didn't find it overly interesting. The comedic elements were very funny to me and the crime/thriller elements were that thrilling or exciting. The acting was decent, but I wasn't really impressed with anyone. The film is only an hour and 20 minutes, but it felt longer. I'm not sure why but I can't really connect with Renoir's films. I've seen 3 now and have been underwhelmed by them. Grand Illusion is the best of the 3 I have seen (7/10), but I didn't love it. Rules of the Game was a 6/10 for me. Le crime de Monsieur Lange would be somewhere between the two for me. I still intend to eventually see more of Renoir's films to see if I will come across one I really like. This one is a 3.

[Citizen Rules]

Cook is one of the worst movies I've ever seen. Good job escaping it, CR!Ha, I've seen some very mixed reviews for it. Something tells me if one liked Whithnail & I they'd like The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her Lover. Of course I couldn't stand Whithnail & I.

Jean Renoir...I've seen 3 now and have been underwhelmed by them. Grand Illusion is the best of the 3 I have seen (7/10), but I didn't love it. Rules of the Game was a 6/10 for me. Le crime de Monsieur Lange would be somewhere between the two for me. La Grande Illusion had it's moment but didn't do much for me and The Rules of the Game had me confused as to who was saying what, with so much dialogue from so many different characters. If I was a native French speaker I might have liked it better as I would've understood the subcontext and humor.

[Citizen Rules]

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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Richard Brooks, 1958)

Liz Taylor, wow! She was stunning in this!...Her acting way dynamically stunning as Maggie 'the cat', a married woman who's husband had no romantic or sexual interest in. She's quite flustered!

Liz Taylor has been referred to as the most beautiful actress of all time...and I believe it! But a whole lot of that beauty is coming from inside. I know that because while I found her captivating, when I looked for a lead image for this write up I couldn't find any screenshot that captured that luminous quality she projected in the film, so I know her beauty isn't just skin deep.

Burl Ives blew me away with his portrayal of Big Daddy a tyrant of a man who possesses so much and has so little. He so deserved a best supporting actor Oscar. Actually the entire cast was well chosen for their parts, I liked them all. Paul Newman really hit the mark as a raging alcoholic with a secret that was tearing him apart. It's too bad that the secret had to be changed for the movie censors of the 1950s.

I loved the sharp flowing dialogue that only Tennessee Williams could have penned. Indeed this was based on the hugely successful stage play.

4.5

[BooBooKittyFock]

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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Richard Brooks, 1958)

Liz Taylor, wow! She was stunning in this!...Her acting way dynamically stunning as Maggie 'the cat', a married woman who's husband had no romantic or sexual interest in. She's quite flustered!

Liz Taylor has been referred to as the most beautiful actress of all time...and I believe it! But a whole lot of that beauty is coming from inside. I know that because while I found her captivating, when I looked for a lead image for this write up I couldn't find any screenshot that captured that luminous quality she projected in the film, so I know her beauty isn't just skin deep.

Burl Ives blew me away with his portrayal of Big Daddy a tyrant of a man who possesses so much and has so little. He so deserved a best supporting actor Oscar. Actually the entire cast was well chosen for their parts, I liked them all. Paul Newman really hit the mark as a raging alcoholic with a secret that was tearing him apart. It's too bad that the secret had to be changed for the movie censors of the 1950s.

I loved the sharp flowing dialogue that only Tennessee Williams could have penned. Indeed this was based on the hugely successful stage play.

4.5




So glad you liked it, one of my favorite films.

I recd you all films that were either meant for the stage or that were originally on stage and made into a film or looked like it was made in a theater.

[BooBooKittyFock]

Citizen Rules

You said you might have seen the film before, having watched it, did you see it before?

[Citizen Rules]

[Cat On A Hot Tin Roof]...I recommend you all films that were either meant for the stage or that were originally on stage and made into a film or looked like it was made in a theater.Cool theme choice, I didn't realize that they were all based originally on plays. A lot of people will complain that a movie felt 'play like' or 'stagey'...Personally I love films that feel play like, as it's a totally different type of acting and story presentation.

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)

You said you might have seen the film before, having watched it, did you see it before?If I did, my brain was washed at some point:eek: I didn't remember anything about the story or any scenes, so I never knew what was going to happen. I didn't even know Burl Ives was in it. I do have a memory of seeing Liz's in her slip:p caterwauling at Paul Newman in the bedroom. I think I might have seen that scene in trailers as I use to watch every single extra DVD feature.

If I had seen it like 15+ years ago, it then begs the question: can I even consider a film that I've seen only once decades ago as having been watched?

[CosmicRunaway]

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Throne of Blood / 蜘蛛巣城 (1957)
Directed By: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Toshiro Mifune, Akira Kubo, Isuzu Yamada

Throne of Blood is a hauntingly beautiful adaptation of Macbeth, which takes a number of artistic liberties with the source material in order to transport its themes and characters to feudal Japan. Having no love for Shakespeare's flowery and verbose style of writing, I greatly appreciated that no attempt was made to mimic or translate his dialogue into Japanese.

The sets are absolutely fantastic. Kurosawa was nothing if not dedicated to his craft, and his decision to build the castle exterior on the slope of Mt. Fuji to utilize its thick natural fog made for some impressive, and highly atmospheric shots. The use of Fuji's forests was equally stunning, with that mist once again setting an eerie yet captivating stage for the actors.

The film doesn't just take inspiration from Macbeth, but from traditional Noh theatre as well. The two blend together seamlessly, creating a uniquely Japanese adaptation that still feels true to the spirit of the original work. The performances are fantastic from everyone involved, and it's impossible not to commend Toshiro Mifune for his willingness to have real arrows fired at him during the film's climax.



rating_4_5

[CosmicRunaway]

My initial reaction was to rate Throne of Blood at 4, but while reflecting on it to write that review, I talked myself into another half star.

Wish we could've watched films like that instead of actually reading Shakespeare back in school. :lol:

[edarsenal]

So I watched Le crime de Monsieur Lange (1936), as suggested by edarsenal. Directed by Jean Renoir, the film is a mix of comedy and crime drama showing in flashbacks how and why a murder happened. This didn't really do a lot for me to be honest. I liked the cinematography best of all. The story was alright, but I didn't find it overly interesting. The comedic elements were very funny to me and the crime/thriller elements were that thrilling or exciting. The acting was decent, but I wasn't really impressed with anyone. The film is only an hour and 20 minutes, but it felt longer. I'm not sure why but I can't really connect with Renoir's films. I've seen 3 now and have been underwhelmed by them. Grand Illusion is the best of the 3 I have seen (7/10), but I didn't love it. Rules of the Game was a 6/10 for me. Le crime de Monsieur Lange would be somewhere between the two for me. I still intend to eventually see more of Renoir's films to see if I will come across one I really like. This one is a 3.
Sorry, it didn't do a lot for you, it happens. I'll definitely try for better next time around. :)

[edarsenal]

Cool theme choice, I didn't realize that they were all based originally on plays. A lot of people will complain that a movie felt 'play like' or 'stagey'...Personally I love films that feel play like, as it's a totally different type of acting and story presentation.

If I did, my brain was washed at some point:eek: I didn't remember anything about the story or any scenes, so I never knew what was going to happen. I didn't even know Burl Ives was in it. I do have a memory of seeing Liz's in her slip:p caterwauling at Paul Newman in the bedroom. I think I might have seen that scene in trailers as I use to watch every single extra DVD feature.

If I had seen it like 15+ years ago, it then begs the question: can I even consider a film that I've seen only once decades ago as having been watched?
I know what you mean, I've run across a couple that I've seen only once a very long time ago that almost feel like I should take them off the List to revisit since I truly cannot remember anything from them. Currently, there are two of them in this thread, this and Throne of Blood. Even more so after reading Cosmic's review.

[Citizen Rules]

My initial reaction was to rate Throne of Blood at rating_4, but while reflecting on it to write that review, I talked myself into another half star...I did the same thing with Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. I was thinking rating it a 4 but I talked it up so well that I convinced myself to throw in another .5:p

I know what you mean, I've run across a couple that I've seen only once a very long time ago that almost feel like I should take them off the List to revisit since I truly cannot remember anything from them. Currently, there are two of them in this thread, this and Throne of Blood. Even more so after reading Cosmic's review.Just the other day I watched an old John Wayne film that I'd seen a number of times, so I though, Cahill U.S. Marshal. As the wife and I were watching it we realized that we'd never had seen it before. I guess I had just seen the trailer on other John Wayne DVDs.

[BooBooKittyFock]

I had heard of Seijun Suzuki before I was rec’d the film but had never seen any of his movies.

There were a number of sequences I enjoyed in this movie, the butterfly sequence being my favorite, which later got the ball rolling for the rest of the plot.

I know that this was a B-Movie and it was basically created in a month on a very low budget. Having said that, Kudos to Seijun for creating such a revolutionary movie for its time, taking chances and stepping outside the box with this.

I loved the cinematography and camera work, the dialogue was very cheesy but it made for a fun film. The only thing that I didn’t like, was the editing and the flow of the cut scenes at the beginning of the film. Sometimes the transitions didn’t make sense to me but I was later able to connect the pieces together. I also think the rice fetish was a little overused.

I’m looking forward to rewatching this film again, hopefully I will connect with it more on a second watch.

3.5

[Citizen Rules]

I had heard of Seijun Suzuki before I was rec’d the film but had never seen any of his movies.

I know that this was a B-Movie and it was basically created in a month on a very low budget. Having said that, Kudos to Seijun for creating such a revolutionary movie for its time, taking chances and stepping outside the box with this.

rating_3_5B movies are always hard for me to rate, in fact I got one to watch tonight. But I'm glad you appreciated Branded to Kill...I thought it would be a 'fun watch' for you.

[BooBooKittyFock]

B movies are always hard for me to rate, in fact I got one to watch tonight. But I'm glad you appreciated Branded to Kill...I thought it would be a 'fun watch' for you.

Sadly I don’t have much experience with “B” movies or French New Wave/Noir, definitely a film that took me out of my usual bubble of what I watch

[Citizen Rules]

Sadly I don’t have much experience with “B” movies or French New Wave/Noir, definitely a film that took me out of my usual bubble of what I watchI kinda like the quirkiness of B films, at least some of them. I love classic Noir 1941-1959 but I haven't seen much French New Wave and I really should see more.

[BooBooKittyFock]

I kinda like the quirkiness of B films, at least some of them. I love classic Noir 1941-1959 but I haven't seen much French New Wave and I really should see more.


Out of curiosity, what did you rate the film?

[Citizen Rules]

Out of curiosity, what did you rate the film?Oh, ha:p...I've never seen it. I only heard about it on The Rate The Last Movie You Saw thread the other day, Paranoid Android rated it a 4 here (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?anchor=1&p=2230413#post2230413)

So I thought it sounded cool and I wanted to give you something different than the other two choices. I did see and really like both
Philomena (2013)
Elvis and Anabelle (2007)

I might have to try those again for someone else.

[BooBooKittyFock]

Oh, ha:p...I've never seen it. I only heard about it on The Rate The Last Movie You Saw thread the other day, Paranoid Android rated it a 4 here (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?anchor=1&p=2230413#post2230413)

So I thought it sounded cool and I wanted to give you something different than the other two choices. I did see and really like both
Philomena (2013)
Elvis and Anabelle (2007)

I might have to try those again for someone else.

We can Rec films we haven’t seen? Noted

I’ll have to check out those other two films at some point

[jiraffejustin]

I'll be trying to get Waltz with Bashir watched tonight.

[edarsenal]

I'll be checking out Memories of Murder this weekend

[BooBooKittyFock]

I'll be checking out Memories of Murder this weekend

Great film! I just need “Barking Dogs Never Bite” to finish’s Bong’s full feature films. Hasn’t been a disappointing film in the bunch yet. Okja was a little strange though, but it was a fun film. Hope you enjoy Memoirs!!!

[edarsenal]

Great film! I just need “Barking Dogs Never Bite” to finish’s Bong’s full feature films. Hasn’t been a disappointing film in the bunch yet. Okja was a little strange though, but it was a fun film. Hope you enjoy Memoirs!!!

Thanks, It's pretty much guaranteed that I'll enjoy it. I have loved every one of his films I've seen so far.

[jiraffejustin]

I watched Waltz with Bashir last night.

I wasn't sure what score to go with. I probably wouldn't have scored it if it wasn't the main part of the game. On one hand, I thought it was a little slow going in the beginning. On the other, by the end, I was fully invested. The slow beginning makes sense to me, as we are watching a man try to unlock his memories, so we don't know anything either. I also lack context. These events are not something I am too familiar with, if I knew more about it, I think it would probably help on future viewings. In fact, I just think in general I could see this film being more enjoyable the more I view it. The animation style is cool, but not blowaway amazing or anything. I think it helps to create a certain overall package that I can't recall getting in anything else I've ever seen. So kudos for being original. I think a device that worked tremendously was the switch from animation to archival footage, which was a great symbol of all the memories being fully back and being totally real. This film is only 90 minutes, but I am curious if I would have liked it a little more if it was a little shorter. I'll have to report back on that if I ever go back to it.

4

[edarsenal]

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Memories of Murder aka Salinui chueok (2003)

Detective Cho Yong-koo: I only beat you up because I care about you.

Like other of his films, Director Bong Joon Ho has a knack for drawing you into his cinematic world with quirky humor in the midst of a serious/dramatic situation. That knack is the amazing balancing act that we very easily find ourselves immersed into the world-building itself instead of wondering if this is a comedy or a drama. This wonderful little trick engages us so that we are fully involved in what occurs. Reminding me of an interview of Tarantino I once saw shortly after his first film, Reservoir Dogs came out, regarding the famous Mr. Blonde Torturing a Cop Scene. How Mr. Blonde dances to the pop song "Stuck In The Middle With You" during that scene draws you in before the violence occurs; thereby, the violence is more effective.

Bong has this down to an artistic science. Add to that the talent for capturing Human Nature in both the scenes and through his actors that really sets him apart and above many other directors of his perspective genres of cinema. Its importance is that it is those nuances of human behavior that make for memorable scenes that stay with us as opposed to remarking on, "Oh, yeah, great movie. Don't remember much, but, great movie."
It also causes us to continually delve deeper and deeper into a specific Director, as I have done with Bong Joon Ho. Having, presently, seen five of his major films thus far. Missing out on Barking Dogs Never Bite and Okja at this time.
Leaving me to ponder where I would set this in the ones I have seen, placing it about the middle of the pack. Not that I found it lacking or every day - far from it, more so since I love for both Parasite and Mother slightly higher. Though it is a tight run.


Based on a set of murder/rapes in the eighties with inspiration from Alan Moore's comic book From Hell along with from a play called 'Come See Me' which dramatized the incidents, Bong gives us two lead detectives of two definitive ways of procedure. The first, a personal favorite actor of mine, Kang-ho Song as Detective Park Doo-man, who, along with his partner, will fabricate evidence and literally "kick' a confession out of a suspect to close the case. And, from the Seoul department, Kim Sang-kyung as Detective Seo Tae-yoon actually investigates both the dismal amount of evidence and where they truly lead to.
Their conflicting styles are at the core of the investigation, and from there, much of the memorable scenes stem from. Along with every single aspect of a truly excellent Murder Investigation genre film is brought into play via Bong's flair and creative dedication.


4.5

[CosmicRunaway]

I've been meaning to watch Memories of Murder for awhile now. Seeing that rating makes me want to do so even more. I really like Parasite and Mother, but I haven't been as big a fan of his other films. Okja is fine for what it is, but I wasn't impressed by either Snowpiecer or The Host. Haven't seen Barking Dogs Never Bite.

[Allaby]

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Memories of Murder aka Salinui chueok (2003)

Detective Cho Yong-koo: I only beat you up because I care about you.

Like other of his films, Director Bong Joon Ho has a knack for drawing you into his cinematic world with quirky humor in the midst of a serious/dramatic situation. That knack is the amazing balancing act that we very easily find ourselves immersed into the world-building itself instead of wondering if this is a comedy or a drama. This wonderful little trick engages us so that we are fully involved in what occurs. Reminding me of an interview of Tarantino I once saw shortly after his first film, Reservoir Dogs came out, regarding the famous Mr. Blonde Torturing a Cop Scene. How Mr. Blonde dances to the pop song "Stuck In The Middle With You" during that scene draws you in before the violence occurs; thereby, the violence is more effective.

Bong has this down to an artistic science. Add to that the talent for capturing Human Nature in both the scenes and through his actors that really sets him apart and above many other directors of his perspective genres of cinema. Its importance is that it is those nuances of human behavior that make for memorable scenes that stay with us as opposed to remarking on, "Oh, yeah, great movie. Don't remember much, but, great movie."
It also causes us to continually delve deeper and deeper into a specific Director, as I have done with Bong Joon Ho. Having, presently, seen five of his major films thus far. Missing out on Barking Dogs Never Bite and Okja at this time.
Leaving me to ponder where I would set this in the ones I have seen, placing it about the middle of the pack. Not that I found it lacking or every day - far from it, more so since I love for both Parasite and Mother slightly higher. Though it is a tight run.


Based on a set of murder/rapes in the eighties with inspiration from Alan Moore's comic book From Hell along with from a play called 'Come See Me' which dramatized the incidents, Bong gives us two lead detectives of two definitive ways of procedure. The first, a personal favorite actor of mine, Kang-ho Song as Detective Park Doo-man, who, along with his partner, will fabricate evidence and literally "kick' a confession out of a suspect to close the case. And, from the Seoul department, Kim Sang-kyung as Detective Seo Tae-yoon actually investigates both the dismal amount of evidence and where they truly lead to.
Their conflicting styles are at the core of the investigation, and from there, much of the memorable scenes stem from. Along with every single aspect of a truly excellent Murder Investigation genre film is brought into play via Bong's flair and creative dedication.


4.5

Great review! Glad you liked it. It’s an excellent film.

[edarsenal]

I've been meaning to watch Memories of Murder for awhile now. Seeing that rating makes me want to do so even more. I really like Parasite and Mother, but I haven't been as big a fan of his other films. Okja is fine for what it is, but I wasn't impressed by either Snowpiecer or The Host. Haven't seen Barking Dogs Never Bite.
Definitely something to see if you enjoyed Parasite and Mother. It's at that level.
I was TBH, so-so for The Host, though the humor in it DID set it apart. And I'm of the minority that enjoyed Snowpiercer. For some odd reason I've steered away from Okja. Unsure why, but I have.
Great review! Glad you liked it. It’s an excellent film.
Yes it is, and THANK YOU for prompting me to see it. :)

[CosmicRunaway]

For some odd reason I've steered away from Okja. Unsure why, but I have.
It's tonally quite different from his other films, and its so odd that you really have to be in the right mood for it, I think.

[BooBooKittyFock]

Hey guys, should be good to do this next film for this week. The following week I will either be late or won’t be able to do it.

Taking a trip up to Boston from the 31-5.

[Citizen Rules]

Hey guys, should be good to do this next film for this week. The following week I will either be late or won’t be able to do it.

Taking a trip up to Boston from the 31-5.OK, thanks for the heads up. I'll go ahead and post the next round today.

[Citizen Rules]

Round 3

@Citizen Rules (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637) @jiraffejustin (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=76459)
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@edarsenal (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536) @BooBooKittyFock (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)
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@CosmicRunaway (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=90868) @Allaby (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465)


Here we go!

[Allaby]

CosmicRunaway

My nominations for you:

Ikiru (1952)
The Lady Vanishes (1938)
Limelight (1952)

[jiraffejustin]

Citizen Rules

War and Peace (1965; Sergey Bondarchuk): I offered this one up to you the first time around, and you turned it down because of the length and thinking you might not be able to finish it in a week. I offer it up again, just in case.

The Given Word (1962; Anselmo Duarte): I am not sure how I should explain this one without just going over the plot. Something tells me this is something you might like.

Cairo Station (1958; Youssef Chahine): This is a film-noir made in Egypt. If we were not given a choice of three but made to watch a specific movie, this would be the one I would give you.

[edarsenal]

It's tonally quite different from his other films, and its so odd that you really have to be in the right mood for it, I think.
Interesting

Thank you

[edarsenal]

Hey guys, should be good to do this next film for this week. The following week I will either be late or won’t be able to do it.

Taking a trip up to Boston from the 31-5.
Hope ya have a wonderful time!!

Here's my choices for you:

Rififi (1955) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048021/)

Army of Shadows aka L'armée des ombres (1969) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064040/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0)

Serenity (2005) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0379786/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0)

[BooBooKittyFock]

Hope ya have a wonderful time!!

Here's my choices for you:

Rififi (1955) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048021/)

Army of Shadows aka L'armée des ombres (1969) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064040/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0)

Serenity (2005) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0379786/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0)


Definitely leaning towards Rififi even though I loved Le Samurai and as much as I would like to see another Melville, Rififi is calling.

I’ve also seen Serenity a few times, just haven’t been able to finish and never had the motivation to.

ThNk you so much, doing my normal drunk history vacations, history and breweries!

Btw, what are some of your favorite genres/sub genres?

[Citizen Rules]

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)

War and Peace (1965; Sergey Bondarchuk): I offered this one up to you the first time around, and you turned it down because of the length and thinking you might not be able to finish it in a week. I offer it up again, just in case.

The Given Word (1962; Anselmo Duarte): I am not sure how I should explain this one without just going over the plot. Something tells me this is something you might like.

Cairo Station (1958; Youssef Chahine): This is a film-noir made in Egypt. If we were not given a choice of three but made to watch a specific movie, this would be the one I would give you.I swear I had a premonition that you'd pick War and Peace for me again...and I was kinda hoping you would too. So I guess I'm not surprised:p and I can't turn it down again so I'll watch it. Probably take me three nights of viewing but I'll get it done.

I've heard good stuff about Cairo Station, I'll have to watch it sometime. I've not heard of The Given Word but I would be interested in that one too. I'll post yours shortly.

[Citizen Rules]

I might need a link for War and Peace. I just looked at my favorite Russian site and I couldn't find it.

[Citizen Rules]

I might need a link for War and Peace. I just looked at my favorite Russian site and I couldn't find it.Never Mind...I found it. I just need to find subs now, or learn Russian.

[Citizen Rules]

The Childhood of a Leader (2015)....A different type of film, minimalist maybe or observatory? I'm not sure what classification it fits into, maybe none.

Heaven's Gate (1980)...Michael Cimino's cinematography is impressive to say the least. It's a long film with a prologue, main film and a epilogue, but worth the time.

The Red Shoes (1948)...It's been a long time since I seen this. But I remember being impressed.

[jiraffejustin]

I'm thinking I'll go with The Red Shoes as it helps me knock another P&P film off my to-do list.

[Citizen Rules]

I'm thinking I'll go with The Red Shoes as it helps me knock another P&P film off my to-do list.Raul just watched that in the The Personal Rec IV and really liked it. Happy watching.

[edarsenal]

Definitely leaning towards Rififi even though I loved Le Samurai and as much as I would like to see another Melville, Rififi is calling.

I’ve also seen Serenity a few times, just haven’t been able to finish and never had the motivation to.

ThNk you so much, doing my normal drunk history vacations, history and breweries!

Btw, what are some of your favorite genres/sub genres?
History and breweries is ALWAYS a great mix! LOL

And if Rififi calls, then ya gotta answer. :) It's on the top echelon of crime capers and a film that will continually get recommended by anyone who has seen it so (fingers crossed) you'll enjoy it.

I do have a wide variety of genres I enjoy but with being a MoFo I have had some wonderful opportunities to branch out. If ya like, to make it easy and to guarantee I haven't seen it, here's a Cheat Sheet (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=2156415#post2156415) to wander through and pick a few from.

[BooBooKittyFock]

edarsenal

Badlands: Terrence Malick

1917: Sam Mendes

My own personal recommendation-

My Name is Nobody: Written by Sergio Leone/Directed by Tonino Valerii

Very corny Spaghetti Western, definitely not for everyone. It’s got a good moral story and it’s a very fun film, more of a comedy.

[CosmicRunaway]

My nominations for you:

Ikiru (1952)
The Lady Vanishes (1938)
Limelight (1952)
Those are some great picks! I have no idea which one I'm going to go with.

I hope you don't mind waiting a little while for my choices for you. I had just gone to bed when CR posted the next round, and I have to head to work soon. I'm not working a full day though, so I should have some films lined up for you by early this afternoon.

[CosmicRunaway]

@Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465)
Here are your choices! Sorry for the wait, but I managed to get them in just before noon at least haha. You have seen so many films and don't have anything on your watchlist, so I wasn't sure what direction to go in. Hopefully at least one of these will appeal to you!

Incendies (2010) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1255953/)
Directed by: Denis Villeneuve
Notes: You liked some of Villeneueve's other work, so hopefully this one will be up your alley too, even if the subject matter is a bit different from his other films.

Strange Days (1995) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114558/)
Directed by: Kathryn Bigelow
Notes: Runtime's a little long, but it's a good watch if you want a sci-fi thirller with a dose of social commentary.

Persepolis (2007) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0808417/)
Directed by: Marjane Satrapi, Vincent Paronnaud
Notes: Am I going to choose an animated film for everyone? Maybe.

[Allaby]

@Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465)
Here are your choices! Sorry for the wait, but I managed to get them in just before noon at least haha. You have seen so many films and don't have anything on your watchlist, so I wasn't sure what direction to go in. Hopefully at least one of these will appeal to you!

Incendies (2010) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1255953/)
Directed by: Denis Villeneuve
Notes: You liked some of Villeneueve's other work, so hopefully this one will be up your alley too, even if the subject matter is a bit different from his other films.

Strange Days (1995) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114558/)
Directed by: Kathryn Bigelow
Notes: Runtime's a little long, but it's a good watch if you want a sci-fi thirller with a dose of social commentary.

Persepolis (2007) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0808417/)
Directed by: Marjane Satrapi, Vincent Paronnaud
Notes: Am I going to choose an animated film for everyone? Maybe.

Those all sound like good recommendations. I have been meaning to get around to all three. I think I will go with Persepolis.

[edarsenal]

edarsenal

Badlands: Terrence Malick

1917: Sam Mendes

My own personal recommendation-

My Name is Nobody: Written by Sergio Leone/Directed by Tonino Valerii

Very corny Spaghetti Western, definitely not for everyone. It’s got a good moral story and it’s a very fun film, more of a comedy.
It's been a few years since I've seen and thoroughly enjoyed My Name is Nobody. Great film, with an up-and-coming looking to give a famous old gun, whether he wants it or not, an equally famous ending.
There's a great little story that Terrance Stamp's Nobody tells, in parts during the film that I've always loved that they tell, with minor changes, in one full shot in Assassins
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBXoKGB2RA8

I've been hunting for 1917 on and off all summer, but it seems, since Showtime has it, they may have shut down all other streaming opportunities, so I will happily see Badlands, which I do have a link for.
Thanks!!

[BooBooKittyFock]

It's been a few years since I've seen and thoroughly enjoyed My Name is Nobody. Great film, with an up-and-coming looking to give a famous old gun, whether he wants it or not, an equally famous ending.
There's a great little story that Terrance Stamp's Nobody tells, in parts during the film that I've always loved that they tell, with minor changes, in one full shot in Assassins
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBXoKGB2RA8

I've been hunting for 1917 on and off all summer, but it seems, since Showtime has it, they may have shut down all other streaming opportunities, so I will happily see Badlands, which I do have a link for.
Thanks!!

That’s awesome! Thanks for the video! One of my favorite parts of the film besides the bar scene with the shooting game.

[CosmicRunaway]

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Ikiru / 生きる (1952)
Directed By: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Takashi Shimura, Miki Odagiri, Shinichi Himori

Going into Ikiru, I expected a slow, melancholy story about one man suffering alone at the end of his life. Though the film does have a rather depressing tone, to my surprise it's actually quite heartfelt and not entirely devoid of hope. The runtime could use a little trimming, but overall I found myself quite engaged.

I have something of a soft spot for films that criticize bureaucracy. While Brazil satirized it, and Shin Godzilla turned it into an antagonist, Ikiru had apparently produced a combination of both, decades before either of those films were made. It's as integral to the story as Watanabe's search for meaning, and unexpectedly takes centre stage for the latter half of the film.

The entire cast was great, but Takashi Shimura's performance was definitely the highlight of the film's earlier scenes. I can't imagine Ikiru without him. His sad eyes pulled at my heartstrings without him needing to even say a word, and I'm not ashamed to admit that I reached for the tissues on more than one occasion.



rating_4_5

[CosmicRunaway]

Ikiru was another film that graduated from a rating_4 to a rating_4_5 when I reflected on what I wanted to say about it.

It's really somewhere between the two ratings though, with the former feeling a little low, and the latter looking just a touch too high. Now I get why some people give ratings with + and - modifiers haha.

[Allaby]

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Ikiru / 生きる (1952)
Directed By: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Takashi Shimura, Miki Odagiri, Shinichi Himori

Going into Ikiru, I expected a slow, melancholy story about one man suffering alone at the end of his life. Though the film does have a rather depressing tone, to my surprise it's actually quite heartfelt and not entirely devoid of hope. The runtime could use a little trimming, but overall I found myself quite engaged.

I have something of a soft spot for films that criticize bureaucracy. While Brazil satirized it, and Shin Godzilla turned it into an antagonist, Ikiru had apparently produced a combination of both, decades before either of those films were made. It's as integral to the story as Watanabe's search for meaning, and unexpectedly takes centre stage for the latter half of the film.

The entire cast was great, but Takashi Shimura's performance was definitely the highlight of the film's earlier scenes. I can't imagine Ikiru without him. His sad eyes pulled at my heartstrings without him needing to even say a word, and I'm not ashamed to admit that I reached for the tissues on more than one occasion.



rating_4_5


Glad you liked it! For me, Ikiru is a masterpiece and a 5.

[Allaby]

I just finished watching Persepolis (2007), as suggested by CosmicRunaway. Directed by Vincent Paronnaud and Marjane Satrapi, this animated film is based on the Satrapi's autobiographical graphic novel. The film was nominated for several awards, including best animated feature film at the Oscars and best foreign language film at the Golden Globes. It is about a young girl growing up in Iran during the Iranian Revolution and her experiences. This is an unusual and excellent film that is well worth watching. I loved the look of the animation. The story was interesting and told in an effective, intelligent way. Persepolis is a film with substance that has something worthwhile to say. The main character was fantastic and I liked watching her grow up and seeing how she responded to others and the situations she was in. This was a great suggestion for me and I'm glad I watched it. 4.5

[CosmicRunaway]

This was a great suggestion for me and I'm glad I watched it.
I'm relieved you enjoyed it, because it was the option I was on the fence about nominating the most.

I wanted to pick an animated film, and it was between that and Millennium Actress. I went with Persepolis because, even though they're tonally very different, you placed Satoshi Kon's Paprika fairly low on your ballot for the Asian HoF, and there are similar elements at play in those two films (particularly the blending of reality and fantasy).

[edarsenal]

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Ikiru / 生きる (1952)
Directed By: Akira Kurosawa
Starring: Takashi Shimura, Miki Odagiri, Shinichi Himori

Going into Ikiru, I expected a slow, melancholy story about one man suffering alone at the end of his life. Though the film does have a rather depressing tone, to my surprise it's actually quite heartfelt and not entirely devoid of hope. The runtime could use a little trimming, but overall I found myself quite engaged.

I have something of a soft spot for films that criticize bureaucracy. While Brazil satirized it, and Shin Godzilla turned it into an antagonist, Ikiru had apparently produced a combination of both, decades before either of those films were made. It's as integral to the story as Watanabe's search for meaning, and unexpectedly takes centre stage for the latter half of the film.

The entire cast was great, but Takashi Shimura's performance was definitely the highlight of the film's earlier scenes. I can't imagine Ikiru without him. His sad eyes pulled at my heartstrings without him needing to even say a word, and I'm not ashamed to admit that I reached for the tissues on more than one occasion.



rating_4_5

Very wonderful review and, normally, I've become a bit reluctant with sad films. Not out of dislike but out of a preference for laughter in my older years. There are absolute exceptions. Such as, most recently, like Shoplifters, and Grave of Fireflies off the top of my head that easily hit my echelon of favorite tear-jerkers and I have a very strong belief Ikiru could be of that stature and I'm pretty excited to find out with it on my Wishlist/Movie Challenge.

[edarsenal]

BooBooKittyFock


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Badlands (1973)

Holly Sargis: At this moment, I didn't feel shame or fear, but just kind of blah, like when you're sitting there and all the water's run out of the bathtub.

I have seen two Malick films, The Thin Red Line, which I remember in the theater in confusion at the arthouse film I mistakenly thought would be a gritty war flick. And Tree of Life. A mesmerizing film of poetic imagery.
With all the respect I have and a deep fascination with his symbology-infused imagery, I have felt like a young child being told a poetic fable whose intricacies are just out of his feeble grasp. So, I have had equal measures of intrigue and reluctance to experiencing his debut feature film. A film, like so many truly worthwhile endeavors - d@mn near didn't come to be due to every single problem of a variety of levels, causing all kinds of havoc.
And like so many truly worthwhile endeavors, it endured and blossomed.
And now, almost fifty years later, I have experienced and fully enjoyed this Terrence Malick film where he was the director and the chief producer, screenwriter, and uncredited editor. BRAVO sir.

Inspired by and set at the time of two similar youths on a murder spree in the late fifties North West and a statement regarding the glamorization of killers that was becoming common in Hollywood, Malick does not take that route. Nor does he necessarily go in the opposite direction either by demonizing the central characters.
Kit (Martin Sheen) is an affable young man who doesn't hesitate to kill when he believes it's warranted. Holly (Sissy Spacek) is our Narrator and, thereby, our perspective of all that occurs. A teenage girl's fantasy of love and an almost indifferent/lackluster regard to the murders tallying up as they go on the run.
Even the soundtrack in some of the early scenes has a fantastical cant to it. But unlike the usual intention of adding an ironic and, therefore, more intense feel, Malick truly creates something dreamlike as we experience it all through young Holly's perception. But, Malick also is able to keep a substantial reality to all of it as well. A finesse that would mature and grow in his later films is presented here in its promising infancy.


4.5

[edarsenal]

Like others here, i found myself talking myself into an additional half popcorn to my rating lol

THANK YOU BooBooKittyFock!

[CosmicRunaway]

Very wonderful review and, normally, I've become a bit reluctant with sad films. Not out of dislike but out of a preference for laughter in my older years. There are absolute exceptions. Such as, most recently, like Shoplifters, and Grave of Fireflies off the top of my head that easily hit my echelon of favorite tear-jerkers and I have a very strong belief Ikiru could be of that stature and I'm pretty excited to find out with it on my Wishlist/Movie Challenge.
Thanks! I'd say Ikiru is probably closer to Shoplifters than Grave of the Fireflies. It's sad, but not really in a depressing way (even though it deals with a terminal illness and stifling bureaucracy). It was the first time in awhile I genuinely felt something while watching a film, so it certainly deserves recognition for that alone. Hopefully if/when you get around to it, it ultimately ends up being the good kind of tear-jerker for you as well.

[edarsenal]

Thanks! I'd say Ikiru is probably closer to Shoplifters than Grave of the Fireflies. It's sad, but not really in a depressing way (even though it deals with a terminal illness and stifling bureaucracy). It was the first time in awhile I genuinely felt something while watching a film, so it certainly deserves recognition for that alone. Hopefully if/when you get around to it, it ultimately ends up being the good kind of tear-jerker for you as well.
Very cool.
That non-depressing tone is an additional plus for me. I found a similar reaction to Bicycle Thieves when I watched it earlier this year.
I noted GofF simply because even though Its emotional reaction took me out for a number of weeks, I would still see it again. That kind of gravity is something that keeps me from rewatching such films as Manchester By The Sea (2016), or The Broken Circle Breakdown (2012). Both, truly great films but hit me far too hard, depression-wise, to revisit voluntarily. Especially TBCB which I truly, truly loved, and OH MY GOD I was an utter lump of sadness as the credits ran; to the point that I can still get a sense of it just thinking about it. :bawling::yup:

[Citizen Rules]

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Cairo Station (1958)

I had intended to watch War and Peace, I downloaded the entire 7 hour movie only to find I couldn't get sub titles for it. I found subs, but they were in parts, from 1-4. I even tried combining the sub files to no avail. Well maybe some other time. But I'm glad I watched Cairo Station!

Hind Rostom, who was the lead actress was dynamite in this. She had the same vitality as Brigitte Bardot. They even kind of looked alike, but mostly they just popped right off the screen with their unbridled enthusiasm and joy.

I liked the story idea of all the going ons at a crowded Cairo railway station. People were hustling and bustling and busy going somewhere. The antagonist was good too as a creepy stalker dude, who was way too horny for his own good.

rating_4

[jiraffejustin]

I watched The Red Shoes and I liked it a lot. I'll say more about it tomorrow, but for now I'll say that The Red Shoes ballet is one of the greatest scenes in the history of cinema. Masterclass in filmmaking in that scene.

[jiraffejustin]

I'm going with 4.5 for The Red Shoes. The performance of The Red Shoes ballet is an easy 5+ for me. It was dazzling. The rest of the film is good, but that scene alone elevates this film at least half-a-star. The film is gorgeous as all Pressburger and Powell Technicolor films are. Those guys are officially in my group of favorite directors of all-time now. I have seen enough to know that they are fantastic and made lively and memorable films. The biggest positive, other than that scene, is that this film made me care about the ballet, which I don't care about at all.

[Citizen Rules]

Who's smart here?:)....I can't figure out how to evenly pair up the 4th round? Maybe I'm just tired or just plain stupid! Or maybe both, ha. But it looks to me that there's no way to do it evenly.

[jiraffejustin]

Who's smart here?:)....I can't figure out how to evenly pair up the 4th round? Maybe I'm just tired or just plain stupid! Or maybe both, ha. But it looks to me that there's no way to do it evenly.

What you could possibly do is do two groups of three. You, Cosmic, and Ed in a group, Me, Allaby, and BBKF in the other group. You recommend for Cosmic and Ed, Cosmic for you and Ed, and Ed for you and Cosmic. Same concept with the other group. We do a two week round instead of one to give time for both to be watched.

[edarsenal]

That's actually a pretty good idea!

[Citizen Rules]

Who's smart here?:)....I can't figure out how to evenly pair up the 4th round? Maybe I'm just tired or just plain stupid! Or maybe both, ha. But it looks to me that there's no way to do it evenly.

What you could possibly do is do two groups of three. You, Cosmic, and Ed in a group, Me, Allaby, and BBKF in the other group. You recommend for Cosmic and Ed, Cosmic for you and Ed, and Ed for you and Cosmic. Same concept with the other group. We do a two week round instead of one to give time for both to be watched.That sounds like a good plan.

Question to everyone: was there a way to arrange the pairings so that we didn't end up with an uneven pair in the fourth round?

[CosmicRunaway]

Question to everyone: was there a way to arrange the pairings so that we didn't end up with an uneven pair in the fourth round?
Using some sort of round robin generator might've sorted that out at the start. Not sure about now though.

As it stands, jj's workaround is pretty ingenious. :up:

[jiraffejustin]

Yeah, from the beginning you could have scheduled it out and made it work. For instance, just imagine each member is a number:

Round 1: 1&6, 2&5, 3&4
Round 2: 1&5, 4&6, 2&3
Round 3: 1&4, 3&5, 2&6
Round 4: 1&3, 2&4, 5&6
Round 5: 1&2, 3&6, 4&5

But I don't think there is a way from the current point. One of those things you don't realize will be a problem until it is. :D

[CosmicRunaway]

I have some free time and have no idea what I want to do otherwise, so I'm just going to preemptively pick out films for both CR and Ed so I'm ready for the next round no matter what. :cool:

[Citizen Rules]

I have some free time and have no idea what I want to do otherwise, so I'm just going to preemptively pick out films for both CR and Ed so I'm ready for the next round no matter what. :cool:I'm working right now, at least I'm suppose to be:p But I will go with JJ's solution for a three way round and post that as soon as I can.

[Citizen Rules]

Round 4

@Citizen Rules (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637) @CosmicRunaway (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=90868) @edarsenal (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536)
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[CosmicRunaway]

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)
Here are your options from me this round:

Another Round (2020) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10288566/)
Directed by: Thomas Vinterberg
Notes: Pacing and tone are similar to films you've enjoyed in past HoFs, so I think you might like this.

Grave of the Fireflies (1988) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095327/)
Directed by: Isao Takahata
Notes: In case you're looking for some heartbreak.

The Producers (1967) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063462/)
Directed by: Mel Brooks
Notes: This really feels like the kind of film you would've seen already, to the point where I wouldn't be surprised if you just forgot to mark it off the site lists.

[CosmicRunaway]

edarsenal

And here are your picks for this round! If the last one is too new let me know and I can replace it.

District B13 (2004) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0414852/)
Directed by: Pierre Morel
Notes: You said you've been meaning to check this out, so here's a chance. I actually just rewatched it and it's still a fun, fast-paced action flick I'd recommend. As a bonus, you can practice your French (though this isn't québécois haha)

Ikiru (1952) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044741/)
Directed by: Akira Kurosawa
Notes: Am I just picking films you already showed interest in earlier in the thread? Maybe. I do think this is the kind of sad you'll enjoy though!

Nobody (2021) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7888964/)
Directed by: Ilya Naishuller
Notes: I wouldn't normally have gone with something so new, but your 2021 challenge "Nightmare Mode" still has a few slots for 2021 films and this is a great John Wick-like film that's worth a watch if you're in the mood for it.

[Citizen Rules]

@edarsenal (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536)

Space Station 76 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2369317/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (2014) Yes, it's only rated a mere 4.9, but those people missed the point of the movie! It's not a sci-fi blockbuster action movie, it's more of a commentary on life in the 1970s. I do think someone who experienced the 1970s would get the most out of the movie. Just don't let the opening credit scene, throw you for a loop.
In the first 1 minute of the film, I formed an opinion that turned out to be 180 degrees wrong and I ended up really liking it.

Alice's Restaurant (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064002/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (1969) This is truly a one of a kind movie, made in 1969 about young people 'hippies' and featuring Arlo Gutherie who so fits this movie, he's good in it too. The movie making itself feels like a free form 'hippie' type movie (I mean that in a good way). I think you'd dig it! I sure did. A happy film.

I Love You to Death (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099819/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (1990) Filmed in the city I grew up in, with some cool local landmarks like Bob's Java Jive, oh and Phoebe Cates never looked cuter, though she only has a cameo.

[Citizen Rules]

I'll post yours Cosmic on my next work break.

[Citizen Rules]

Is there a way to do a movie title search on someone's letterboxd account. I'm looking to find the choices for Cosmic and I can see how to sort them by a-z or by decade or by rating, but is there a way I can just type the name of the movie and find it quickly?

[CosmicRunaway]

[...] is there a way I can just type the name of the movie and find it quickly?
If you make a burner account and add me, you could see whether or not I've marked something as seen on the film's page (which you can quickly search for), under "activity from friends". For example:

https://www.movieforums.com/community/attachment.php?attachmentid=80834

(Seen but not rated still shows up here too, as do things marked on your friends' watchlists)

If you don't want to go through the trouble to make an account just to delete it later, sadly the best way I found was to sort the person's viewed films by decade, then specific year. Hopefully someone more familiar with the site will have a better option.

[jiraffejustin]

BooBooKittyFock

Samurai Rebellion (1967; Masaki Kobayashi) - You have Harakiri in your top ten, this is by the same dude and it's also a samurai flick... should be down your alley.

Solaris (1972; Andrei Tarkovsky) - It seems as though you haven't seen any Tarkovsky films, or at least none that I noticed. I don't know much about your tastes, but whether you end up liking it or not, I feel like he's essential viewing.

Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance (2002; Park Chan-Wook) - Looking through your watchlist, it shows you haven't seen this little ditty. I figured this would be a change of pace compared to the other two.

[Citizen Rules]

Thanks Cosmic, AtoZ or decades seems the easiest for me without an account. Couldn't that site put a search in:rolleyes:

[Citizen Rules]

CosmicRunaway

You're the hardest for me to pick for:) I know you like sci-fi and fantasy and LOVE musicals;) but all the sci fis I thought of, you've seen and apparently hated, ha! I did put some thought into these and hope you like one of them.

As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me 'So weit die Füße tragen" (2001) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0277327/) I've seen this twice and really liked it.

The Blue Light 'Das blaue Licht' (1932) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0022694/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) I thought this was kinda cool especially the cinematography for 1932.

Giovanni's Island 'Jobanni no shima' (2014) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3178174/) I seen this in a HoF and was impressed.

[CosmicRunaway]

[...]all the sci fis I thought of, you've seen and apparently hated, ha!
I need to work on my rating system. A lot of my scores are skewed towards the lower end of the scale because I was using 2.5 as a baseline for an all-around average film I liked. So now there are films I only rated say, a 2 that I actually found quite entertaining and would happily watch something similar.

When I have the time I'll probably go through and re-rate all my films within the context of their own genre or something, maybe base it more on pure enjoyment, even if the film has technical flaws.

[jiraffejustin]

For Allaby, I'll wait until I get home, because I'll need the extra focus to find something he hasn't seen.

[jiraffejustin]

I take that back. I found some thanks to letterboxd.

A Visitor to a Museum (1989; Konstantin Lopushanksy)

Divorce Italian Style (1961; Pietro Germi)

The Night of Counting the Years aka Al-Mummia (1969; Shadi Abdel Salam)

I think very highly of all three of these films and they are all very different from one another. I don't know if you would like all three of them, but surely at least one of these would do you right.

Allaby

[Allaby]

I take that back. I found some thanks to letterboxd.

A Visitor to a Museum (1989; Konstantin Lopushanksy)

Divorce Italian Style (1961; Pietro Germi)

The Night of Counting the Years aka Al-Mummia (1969; Shadi Abdel Salam)

I think very highly of all three of these films and they are all very different from one another. I don't know if you would like all three of them, but surely at least one of these would do you right.

Allaby

All three sound interesting. I haven't decide yet which I will watch.
For you, jiraffejustin, I recommend:

Sleepaway Camp (1983)
Fargo (1996)
Annette (2021)

Hopefully, one of those will work for you.

[Allaby]

BooBooKittyFock, I suggest:

A Single Man (2009)
The Skin I Live in (2011)
Match Point (2005)

[jiraffejustin]

I’ve seen Fargo before, but I have it in my watchlist because it’s due a rewatch. Not gonna ask for a replacement pick tho cause I’ll watch Sleepaway Camp

[Allaby]

I’ve seen Fargo before, but I have it in my watchlist because it’s due a rewatch. Not gonna ask for a replacement pick tho cause I’ll watch Sleepaway Camp

Hope you enjoy it!

[Citizen Rules]

I need to work on my rating system. A lot of my scores are skewed towards the lower end of the scale because I was using 2.5 as a baseline for an all-around average film I liked. So now there are films I only rated say, a 2 that I actually found quite entertaining and would happily watch something similar.

When I have the time I'll probably go through and re-rate all my films within the context of their own genre or something, maybe base it more on pure enjoyment, even if the film has technical flaws.There's no perfect rating system, just whatever works for someone. I just assumed that a 2 rating meant you hated a movie. I can see it would be a challenge to rate everything one has seen at Letterboxd, not sure if I could do it.

[Citizen Rules]

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)
Here are your options from me this round:

Another Round (2020) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10288566/)
Directed by: Thomas Vinterberg
Notes: Pacing and tone are similar to films you've enjoyed in past HoFs, so I think you might like this.

Grave of the Fireflies (1988) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095327/)
Directed by: Isao Takahata
Notes: In case you're looking for some heartbreak.

The Producers (1967) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063462/)
Directed by: Mel Brooks
Notes: This really feels like the kind of film you would've seen already, to the point where I wouldn't be surprised if you just forgot to mark it off the site lists.All solid choices and I would be happy to see any of them be nominated in a HoF. I hate to be predictable:cool: but I'll go with The Producers...and nope I haven't seen it before but yeah it seems like I should've by now.

[edarsenal]

edarsenal

And here are your picks for this round! If the last one is too new let me know and I can replace it.

District B13 (2004) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0414852/)
Directed by: Pierre Morel
Notes: You said you've been meaning to check this out, so here's a chance. I actually just rewatched it and it's still a fun, fast-paced action flick I'd recommend. As a bonus, you can practice your French (though this isn't québécois haha)

Ikiru (1952) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044741/)
Directed by: Akira Kurosawa
Notes: Am I just picking films you already showed interest in earlier in the thread? Maybe. I do think this is the kind of sad you'll enjoy though!

Nobody (2021) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7888964/)
Directed by: Ilya Naishuller
Notes: I wouldn't normally have gone with something so new, but your 2021 challenge "Nightmare Mode" still has a few slots for 2021 films and this is a great John Wick-like film that's worth a watch if you're in the mood for it.
Really great choices. I was bummed this summer when I missed checking out Nobody at the theater and if I was capable of finding a link for it, THAT would have been my choice. And I AM curious about B13 and, like Nobody, could not locate a link.
Leaving me with one that, when I remarked on it, was very curious to see who would jump on it, so I will happily go with Ikiru.
THANK YOU COSMIC!!

@edarsenal (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536)

Space Station 76 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2369317/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (2014) Yes, it's only rated a mere 4.9, but those people missed the point of the movie! It's not a sci-fi blockbuster action movie, it's more of a commentary on life in the 1970s. I do think someone who experienced the 1970s would get the most out of the movie. Just don't let the opening credit scene, throw you for a loop.
In the first 1 minute of the film, I formed an opinion that turned out to be 180 degrees wrong and I ended up really liking it.

Alice's Restaurant (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064002/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (1969) This is truly a one of a kind movie, made in 1969 about young people 'hippies' and featuring Arlo Gutherie who so fits this movie, he's good in it too. The movie making itself feels like a free form 'hippie' type movie (I mean that in a good way). I think you'd dig it! I sure did. A happy film.

I Love You to Death (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099819/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) (1990) Filmed in the city I grew up in, with some cool local landmarks like Bob's Java Jive, oh and Phoebe Cates never looked cuter, though she only has a cameo.

LOVE Love You To Death. Seen it so very many times since it came out and for a long time owned a copy. Great film with a great cast. Always a great laugh.
I checked out Space Station 76 and really liked the cast and I do admit being VERY curious, but Alice's Restaurant seemed to call out to me, a little louder than the others.
I think I might have seen this on Local TV Night at the Movies as a tiny whelp and throughout my life I've been curious to watch a film about the excellent Arlo Guthrie song about having a Thanksgiving dinner that can't be beat and being arrested for littering that would play every Thanksgiving on the Radio well into the nineties.
THANKS CR!!

I'll get some nominations up in a bit for ya both

[edarsenal]

CosmicRunaway

For you:

Memories of Murder (2003) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0353969/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3) returning the favor for Ikiru and knowing how much you will most likely enjoy this when I saw it on your watchlist, it was an instant addition.

The Assassin (2015) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3508840/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) This is actually from my watchlist on Hulu and while I haven't seen it yet, I will be so it's a bit of a blind grab.

Robin and Marian (1976) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075147/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) This final one is an endeared rarely known gem of a film that I had as a One-Pointer in the Seventies Countdown. Robin Hood (Sean Connery) and Maid Marian (Audrey Hepburn) are middle-aged and Robin has just returned from The Crusades for the past twenty years with King Richard (Richard Harris). She is over him and has taken up a life as a nun. It also stars Robert Shaw as The Sheriff of Nottingham, seeing that his old nemesis has returns looks to finish old quarrels. It's fun, amusing with a great play on legendary heroes who have gotten a bit old in the tooth.

[edarsenal]

and Citizen Rules

For You:

Le Deuxième Souffle (1966) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0060305/?ref_=nm_flmg_wr_6) A Melville crime noir that I can't remember if you've seen, but definitely need to if you haven't.

Rango (2011) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1192628/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) an incredibly well-done animation with some truly excellent world-building that give serious props to a number of old westerns as well as Chinatown. Admittedly, a bit of a long shot, but one I've been tempted to shoot your way in the Personal Rec HoFs because I have a strong suspicion you may truly enjoy it.

A Taste of Honey (1961) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055506/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) If I remember correctly you were intrigued to see this when it was nominated for me in a Personal Rec HoF. So. . .

[Citizen Rules]

....
I checked out Space Station 76 and really liked the cast and I do admit being VERY curious, but Alice's Restaurant seemed to call out to me, a little louder than the others. You chose wisely;) I don't think anyone would rate Space Station 76 above a 3.5, well except for me, my review (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?anchor=1&p=1295330#post1295330) spoiler free.

and @Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)

For You:

Le Deuxième Souffle (1966) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0060305/?ref_=nm_flmg_wr_6) A Melville crime noir that I can't remember if you've seen, but definitely need to if you haven't.

Rango (2011) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1192628/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) an incredibly well-done animation with some truly excellent world-building that give serious props to a number of old westerns as well as Chinatown. Admittedly, a bit of a long shot, but one I've been tempted to shoot your way in the Personal Rec HoFs because I have a strong suspicion you may truly enjoy it.

A Taste of Honey (1961) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055506/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) If I remember correctly you were intrigued to see this when it was nominated for me in a Personal Rec HoF. So. . :p.Nice choices! and would be happy to see all of them. I will go with the 'long shot' Rango. The screen shot of the chameleon seems to be calling to me:p and I need a light, fun movie right now.

[Citizen Rules]

80868
The Producers (Mel Brooks,1967)

Every time I looked through my MoFo movie list, I would see this movie and wonder about it. Now I know! I'm hungry and dinner is awaiting (me to make it that is)...so I'll get right to the point. I liked this. I'm glad I watched it. I think the movie nails it for the intended audience...but I've never been a fan of Mel Brooks' style of bawdy, slapstick, loud comedy. I mean he does it so well, but it's just not my gig. After we watched this I asked my wife what she thought and she said the first part in the office was too long and the second part about making the play 'Springtime for Hitler' was too short, and the ending was too rushed. Yeah I agree with that and would add that while I loved the cast, Kenneth Mars was too over the top and I hardly knew what he was even saying. Not his fault, I'm sure Mel Brooks told him to go all out crazy.

As a plus I did think the actual play they did was funny as hell! I would have loved to seen more about that.

3.5

[edarsenal]

You chose wisely;) I don't think anyone would rate Space Station 76 above a 3.5, well except for me, my review (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?anchor=1&p=1295330#post1295330) spoiler free.

Nice choices! and would be happy to see all of them. I will go with the 'long shot' Rango. The screen shot of the chameleon seems to be calling to me:p and I need a light, fun movie right now.
And then this should do the trick --- I hope! lol

[CosmicRunaway]

Sorry I didn't respond sooner guys, but I've been busier than usual the last couple of days. So glad the weekend is almost here!
As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me 'So weit die Füße tragen" (2001) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0277327/) I've seen this twice and really liked it.

The Blue Light 'Das blaue Licht' (1932) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0022694/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) I thought this was kinda cool especially the cinematography for 1932.

Giovanni's Island 'Jobanni no shima' (2014) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3178174/) I seen this in a HoF and was impressed.
I don't think I've even heard of any of these before. Finally had a chance to watch some trailers, and I think I'm leaning towards Das blaue Licht, but I'll have to see what I'm in the mood for this weekend. If there's one you have a hunch that I'll like more, feel free to let me know!

Memories of Murder (2003) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0353969/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3) returning the favor for Ikiru and knowing how much you will most likely enjoy this when I saw it on your watchlist, it was an instant addition.

The Assassin (2015) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3508840/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) This is actually from my watchlist on Hulu and while I haven't seen it yet, I will be so it's a bit of a blind grab.

Robin and Marian (1976) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075147/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) This final one is an endeared rarely known gem of a film that I had as a One-Pointer in the Seventies Countdown. Robin Hood (Sean Connery) and Maid Marian (Audrey Hepburn) are middle-aged and Robin has just returned from The Crusades for the past twenty years with King Richard (Richard Harris). She is over him and has taken up a life as a nun. It also stars Robert Shaw as The Sheriff of Nottingham, seeing that his old nemesis has returns looks to finish old quarrels. It's fun, amusing with a great play on legendary heroes who have gotten a bit old in the tooth.
I think I've seen some clips from Robin and Marian, or maybe I caught part of it on tv before, since it looks quite familiar. I was really hoping someone would pick Memories of Murder for me at some point during the roulette, since I've been meaning to watch it for awhile now. I recently added The Assassin to my watchlist too (after stumbling upon it on a letterboxd list), so I'll almost certainly go with one of those. Definitely leaning towards Memories of Murder though.

[CosmicRunaway]

As a plus I did think the actual play they did was funny as hell! I would have loved to seen more about that.
Definitely agree! Also, the amount of times I've caught myself humming "Springtime for Hitler" at work over the years is pretty ridiculous. At least I'm not singing the lyrics, in case someone unfamiliar with the film hears me. :lol:

[jiraffejustin]

Anybody have any idea what's going on with BooBoo?

[Allaby]

Anybody have any idea what's going on with BooBoo?

I'm not sure. I hope BooBoo is alright.

[Citizen Rules]

Anybody have any idea what's going on with BooBoo?
He said he was going to be gone for awhile but I don't think he said when he'd be back?...
Hey guys, should be good to do this next film for this week. The following week I will either be late or won’t be able to do it.

Taking a trip up to Boston from the 31-5.

[Citizen Rules]

Definitely agree! Also, the amount of times I've caught myself humming "Springtime for Hitler" at work over the years is pretty ridiculous. At least I'm not singing the lyrics, in case someone unfamiliar with the film hears me. :lol:Have you seen the 2005 The Producers with Matthew Broderick? Think I'll watch that one too.

[CosmicRunaway]

Have you seen the 2005 The Producers with Matthew Broderick? Think I'll watch that one too.
I saw part of it but wasn't really a fan. If you do watch it let me know what you think!

[Allaby]

I watched Divorce Italian Style (1961), as suggested by jiraffejustin. Directed by Pietro Germi, the film stars Marcello Mastroianni as a man who wants to marry his hot young cousin. The problem is he is already married and divorce is illegal. He comes up with a scheme to get his wife to cheat on him so he can have an excuse to kill her. This was well made film with a smart and witty screenplay. Mastroianni is quite good as the horny rascal. Cinematography was very nicely done too. Good recommendation, jiraffejustin. 4.

[jiraffejustin]

I watched Divorce Italian Style (1961), as suggested by jiraffejustin. Directed by Pietro Germi, the film stars Marcello Mastroianni as a man who wants to marry his hot young cousin. The problem is he is already married and divorce is illegal. He comes up with a scheme to get his wife to cheat on him so he can have an excuse to kill her. This was well made film with a smart and witty screenplay. Mastroianni is quite good as the horny rascal. Cinematography was very nicely done too. Good recommendation, jiraffejustin. 4.

If you like this, you'd probably also like Seduced and Abandoned also by Pietro Germi. It's a similar movie in a lot of ways, and both are very funny.

[Allaby]

If you like this, you'd probably also like Seduced and Abandoned also by Pietro Germi. It's a similar movie in a lot of ways, and both are very funny.

Cool. I will have to check it out. Thanks.

[Citizen Rules]

Originally Posted by Citizen Rules (https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?p=2234896#post2234896)
As Far as My Feet Will Carry Me 'So weit die Füße tragen" (2001) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0277327/) I've seen this twice and really liked it.
The Blue Light 'Das blaue Licht' (1932) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0022694/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1) I thought this was kinda cool especially the cinematography for 1932.
Giovanni's Island 'Jobanni no shima' (2014) (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3178174/) I seen this in a HoF and was impressed.

Sorry I didn't respond sooner guys, but I've been busier than usual the last couple of days. So glad the weekend is almost here!

I don't think I've even heard of any of these before. Finally had a chance to watch some trailers, and I think I'm leaning towards Das blaue Licht, but I'll have to see what I'm in the mood for this weekend. If there's one you have a hunch that I'll like more, feel free to let me know!...I hear ya about being so busy! I don't have a feeling that you'd like one of my choices better than the others. I hate to brag but I was rather proud of those choices for you:p especially as the first three that I considered and almost went with probably blew!

[jiraffejustin]

Sleepaway Camp

I've never seen Sleepaway Camp, but I was already aware of who the killer was and the big twist. I wish that hadn't been spoiled for me, just so this could have been entirely fresh. That said, I can tell there is something to this film because I was still enjoying the film and looking for clues. I don't know why it is, but these 80s slashers have way more charm than the slashers of the 90s and 2000s. I am guessing it mainly has to do with the look of the films. The color palette of those later slashers is usually a lot uglier and more sterile. Maybe it also has to do with the 80s having more charm than those later generations too, because the characters in that next generations of slashers are infinitely more hate-able, and not in the same way Judy and Meg are. There is probably something to that VHS era quality giving the films a much seedier, which aids this type of film, look and feel. As far as matching up to slashers of its own generation, Sleepaway Camp is above average. It's not the best I've seen, but it's far from the worst. The Angela Baker character is interesting and I'd be interested in revisiting Sleepaway Camp 2 (yeah, I guess I should have mentioned I've seen the sequel before I saw the OG, but I think I remember hating the sequel) to see how I feel about it now that I have seen the foundation of Angela. The kills are sort of interesting, but nothing all that special. The progression of Angela's actions are interesting as there are "honorable" kills (the pedophile and Mel), there are revenge kills, there is the dishonorable kill of the kids while they sleep, and then there is the kill of Paul at the end which the film did an excellent job of building too.

3.5 with a chance to bump up a half in the future.

[CosmicRunaway]

https://www.movieforums.com/community/attachment.php?attachmentid=80971

Memories of Murder / 살인의 추억 (2003)
Direxted By: Bong Joon-ho
Starring: Song Kang-ho, Kim Sang-kyung, Kim Roi-ha

Honestly, I don't really have much to say about Memories of Murder. It made good use of its atmosphere, and has great performances - particularly from Song Kang-ho and Kim Sang-kyung. The cinematography is not as captivating as it is in Mother or Parasite, but considering this was only Bong Joon-ho's second film, its still fairly impressive.

The story is almost as much about police brutality as it is about Korea's first serial killer. The focus is also more on the detectives and their obsession with finding the culprit, leading each of them to question the procedural methods they once believed in. Despite the subject matter, the tone isn't that dark overall, as comedic elements are woven in throughout the film.

I can imagine that the lack of closure might not be satisfactory for viewers who didn't know that Memories of Murder was loosely based on a real, unsolved case. Personally I didn't mind the ending, but I did expect something a little more dramatic that would carry further weight than what actually happened. I still enjoyed the film though, and I'm glad that I finally watched it.


rating_4

[CosmicRunaway]

That was another film that makes me want a 4.25 rating or something similar.

[CosmicRunaway]

https://www.movieforums.com/community/attachment.php?attachmentid=81047

The Blue Light / Das blaue Licht (1932)
Directed by: Leni Riefenstahl
Starring: Leni Riefenstahl, Mathias Wieman, Franz Maldacea

I was only familiar with Leni Riefenstahl as a propaganda and documentary film maker, so it was interesting to see where she got her start directing. After watching Das blaue Licht, it's easy to understand why she was later chosen to shine the right kind of light on Germany and the Nazi Party. The imagery here is simply breathtaking.

The mountains, and the village at its base are hauntingly beautiful through Riefenstahl's eye. The landscape becomes an essential element to both the film's atmosphere and its story. Sunbeams shining through trees in the forest are simply captivating, even if only briefly seen. The clever use of various lighting techniques, particularly for the titular “blue light”, also makes the film look years ahead of its time.

What I felt Das blaue Licht film could do without was its frame story format. It does lend itself well towards the fairy tale-like quality of Junta's narrative, but it ultimately felt inconsequential. Despite its short runtime, after the action leaves the village, I did feel the film started to drag a bit as well. Luckily the harrowing free climbing climax brought everything back together for the conclusion.


rating_4

[CosmicRunaway]

The "dreamy" visual aesthetic present in my favourite shots made finding a good image to represent the film quite difficult haha.

[CosmicRunaway]

Am I going to post 5 times in a row? Why not. :lol:
[...] especially as the first three that I considered and almost went with probably blew!
Do you care to share what those films were now that I'm finished, or are you going to keep the original three a secret for a potential future roulette/rec thread?

[Citizen Rules]

Am I going to post 5 times in a row? Why not. :lol:

Do you care to share what those films were now that I'm finished, or are you going to keep the original three a secret for a potential future roulette/rec thread?5 times is a magic number:p

Glad you liked The Blue Light. I hoped you would of course. Yeah I had a hard time finding an image too for my review at MoFo. Just in case you want to see what I wrote about it....
https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?anchor=1&p=1248283#post1248283

My original three choices for you, sure I can tell:cool:
Journey to the Center of the Earth
The 7th Voyage of Sinbad
Tank Girl

But then I looked at your Letterboxd account and seen that you had watched Tank Girl and didn't seem to like it. I would've guessed that was a good choice for you, shows what I know:p

[edarsenal]

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The Blue Light / Das blaue Licht (1932)
Directed by: Leni Riefenstahl
Starring: Leni Riefenstahl, Mathias Wieman, Franz Maldacea

I was only familiar with Leni Riefenstahl as a propaganda and documentary film maker, so it was interesting to see where she got her start directing. After watching Das blaue Licht, it's easy to understand why she was later chosen to shine the right kind of light on Germany and the Nazi Party. The imagery here is simply breathtaking.

The mountains, and the village at its base are hauntingly beautiful through Riefenstahl's eye. The landscape becomes an essential element to both the film's atmosphere and its story. Sunbeams shining through trees in the forest are simply captivating, even if only briefly seen. The clever use of various lighting techniques, particularly for the titular “blue light”, also makes the film look years ahead of its time.

What I felt Das blaue Licht film could do without was its frame story format. It does lend itself well towards the fairy tale-like quality of Junta's narrative, but it ultimately felt inconsequential. Despite its short runtime, after the action leaves the village, I did feel the film started to drag a bit as well. Luckily the harrowing free climbing climax brought everything back together for the conclusion.


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5 times is a magic number:p

Glad you liked The Blue Light. I hoped you would of course. Yeah I had a hard time finding an image too for my review at MoFo. Just in case you want to see what I wrote about it....
https://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?anchor=1&p=1248283#post1248283

My original three choices for you, sure I can tell:cool:
Journey to the Center of the Earth
The 7th Voyage of Sinbad
Tank Girl

But then I looked at your Letterboxd account and seen that you had watched Tank Girl and didn't seem to like it. I would've guessed that was a good choice for you, shows what I know:p
Yeah, I would've thought Tank Girl might have worked for Cosmic -- apparently not lol


After reading both of your reviews I am VERY curious to see Das blaue Licht just for the composition alone.

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Memories of Murder / 살인의 추억 (2003)
Direxted By: Bong Joon-ho
Starring: Song Kang-ho, Kim Sang-kyung, Kim Roi-ha

Honestly, I don't really have much to say about Memories of Murder. It made good use of its atmosphere, and has great performances - particularly from Song Kang-ho and Kim Sang-kyung. The cinematography is not as captivating as it is in Mother or Parasite, but considering this was only Bong Joon-ho's second film, its still fairly impressive.

The story is almost as much about police brutality as it is about Korea's first serial killer. The focus is also more on the detectives and their obsession with finding the culprit, leading each of them to question the procedural methods they once believed in. Despite the subject matter, the tone isn't that dark overall, as comedic elements are woven in throughout the film.

I can imagine that the lack of closure might not be satisfactory for viewers who didn't know that Memories of Murder was loosely based on a real, unsolved case. Personally I didn't mind the ending, but I did expect something a little more dramatic that would carry further weight than what actually happened. I still enjoyed the film though, and I'm glad that I finally watched it.


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While I do agree on the cinematography does not captivate as much as Mother or Parasite, it does really nail it for its genre of Criminal Investigation.

I had not known while watching it that it was based on actual events and that the killer was still not caught at the time of its making. Bong purposely had Song look directly at the camera during the final scene should the killer watch the film and thereby look directly at them.
I am used, and rather like how a lot of Asian films, especially South Korean films have these unresolved or more rougher endings and quite enjoy them for it.

VERY glad to see you enjoyed it.

[CosmicRunaway]

My original three choices for you, sure I can tell:cool:
Journey to the Center of the Earth
The 7th Voyage of Sinbad
Tank Girl

But then I looked at your Letterboxd account and seen that you had watched Tank Girl and didn't seem to like it. I would've guessed that was a good choice for you, shows what I know:p
Yeah, I would've thought Tank Girl might have worked for Cosmic -- apparently not lol
I actually quite like Tank Girl for what it is, and have happily watched it multiple times. I just think it's a trash film. :D

Which Journey to the Centre of the Earth was it going to be? I've seen the Brendan Fraser version haha.

[Citizen Rules]

I actually quite like Tank Girl for what it is, and have happily watched it multiple times. I just think it's a trash film. :D

Which Journey to the Centre of the Earth was it going to be? I've seen the Brendan Fraser version haha.The old version of course:p

[CosmicRunaway]

For future reference, if someone had nominated something like Tank Girl for me, I'd likely have scored it here based on enjoyment alone.

I'll probably end up re-ranking a lot of letterboxd films similarly once I have the time and patience. And also remove scores for films I don't remember super well. Right now I scored them on the lower side under the notion that "if I liked them, I'd remember them better" which probably isn't true haha.

[edarsenal]

Just an update; I'll be watching Cosmic's and CR's recs this weekend. Pretty excited to see them.
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[Citizen Rules]

I'm wondering if BooBooKittyFock will be back in this? He had said he was going to be gone from the 31st to the 5th. I see he logged into MoFo a week ago but didn't post here. So maybe @jiraffejustin (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=76459) @Allaby (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465) who were waiting for movie choices from BBKF might want to pick movies for each other themselves? I don't know? What does the group want to do @CosmicRunaway (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=90868) @edarsenal (https://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=50536)

[BooBooKittyFock]

Hey y’all. I was back then but school started when I got back so I was a little pre occupied

Citizen Rules

[BooBooKittyFock]

What do I need to do if anything?

[Citizen Rules]

What do I need to do if anything?I was just checking that out. You need to select 3 movies for each of your two match-ups in the 4th round, Jiraffejustin and Allaby.

Then you'd need to watch one each of their selections that they already posted for you:
@BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434)

Samurai Rebellion (1967; Masaki Kobayashi) - You have Harakiri in your top ten, this is by the same dude and it's also a samurai flick... should be down your alley.

Solaris (1972; Andrei Tarkovsky) - It seems as though you haven't seen any Tarkovsky films, or at least none that I noticed. I don't know much about your tastes, but whether you end up liking it or not, I feel like he's essential viewing.

Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance (2002; Park Chan-Wook) - Looking through your watchlist, it shows you haven't seen this little ditty. I figured this would be a change of pace compared to the other two.

@BooBooKittyFock (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=105434), I suggest:

A Single Man (2009)
The Skin I Live in (2011)
Match Point (2005)

[BooBooKittyFock]

I was just checking that out. You need to select 3 movies for your two match-ups in the 4th round, Jiraffejustin and Allaby.

Then you'd need to watch one each of their selections that they already posted for you:


Ok, I also need to watch edarsenals film Rififi I believe

[Citizen Rules]

Ok, I also need to watch edarsenals film Rififi I believeAh good catch, I'd forgot about that. BTW I've seen Rififi and it's really cool, I think you'll dig it.

[BooBooKittyFock]

jiraffejustin

I pick “Sympathy for Mr.Vengeance”

Allaby

I pick “A Single Man”

Citizen Rules

I can get all three films done by Sunday, if that’s ok?

Need till tonight to make the recs.

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@jiraffejustin (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=76459)

I pick “Sympathy for Mr.Vengeance”

@Allaby (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=110465)

I pick “A Single Man”

@Citizen Rules (http://www.movieforums.com/community/member.php?u=84637)

I can get all three films done by Sunday, if that’s ok?

Need till tonight to make the recs.Sure, no worries:)

[BooBooKittyFock]

Allaby

1.) The Master 2012

2.) Captain Fantastic 2016

3.) The Big Country 1958

[Allaby]

Allaby

1.) The Master 2012

2.) Captain Fantastic 2016

3.) The Big Country 1958

I've seen The Master (8/10, very good film) and Captain Fantastic (excellent, 9/10). I'm not 100% certain if I have seen The Big Country, but I own the blu ray so I may have. Could I trouble you for one or two other suggestions? Thanks.

[BooBooKittyFock]

jiraffejustin

1.) The Handmaiden 2016

2.) Rear Window 1954

3.) The Wizard of Oz 1939

[BooBooKittyFock]

I've seen The Master (8/10, very good film) and Captain Fantastic (excellent, 9/10). I'm not 100% certain if I have seen The Big Country, but I own the blu ray so I may have. Could I trouble you for one or two other suggestions? Thanks.


No problem, I didn’t see them logged, my bad

[jiraffejustin]

jiraffejustin

1.) The Handmaiden 2016

2.) Rear Window 1954

3.) The Wizard of Oz 1939

I've seen both Rear Window and The Wizard of Oz. I don't mind watching The Handmaiden, but I'd be okay with a couple more options if you feel like it.

[BooBooKittyFock]

Allaby

1.) My Name is Nobody 1973

2.) Antwone Fisher 2002

3.) The Big Country 1958