The MoFo Top Neo-noir Countdown - Preliminary Thread

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You didn't see nothn'. Keep sending.

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"Don't be so gloomy. After all it's not that awful. Like the fella says, in Italy for 30 years under the Borgias they had warfare, terror, murder, and bloodshed, but they produced Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and the Renaissance. In Switzerland they had brotherly love - they had 500 years of democracy and peace, and what did that produce? The cuckoo clock."

One could (easily) argue that this is like complaining about political leaders while not bothering to vote. Perhaps the 'real' cinephiles have a moral obligation to vote and move the needle when possible to teach the rest of us?

Doesn't Minio refrain from voting on all our countdowns? In that case, let's see if you guys can spot the irony of this post.

https://www.movieforums.com/communit...18#post2274718

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He use to in the past but pretty much is bummed his favorite movies (and not necessarily the best) don’t get in.
He gets worked up over silly things involving films on the internet such as lists.

He's actually voted more times than he hasn't. I checked.

Is it really that hard to either ignore the pm and delete it or to politely reply that you aren’t interested? Nobody’s impressed by your ego, dude.

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I know Minio's post was meant to be tongue-in-cheek, as was Constantine's "ditto" follow up And yes, Minio has succumbed before to the call of the MoFo countdowns. No harm done, people

I heard Minio is really fun at parties. I wouldn't know, I don't get invited to parties. But I've heard.

Okay, guys, you really humbled me. I'll try again.

My dearest fellow cinephiles,

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t is with the deepest regret and sorrow that I inform you of my inability to participate in the Neo-Noir and Noir Countdowns. I am well aware of the privilege and honor that you have bestowed upon me by inviting me to join you in such a splendid and prestigious endeavor, and I thank you for your kindness and generosity.

I have long admired your exquisite taste and acumen in the art of cinema, and I have benefited much from your insightful and eloquent reviews. You are the true masters and guardians of this sublime medium, and I am but a grateful and respectful admirer.

In the year of our Lord, 2024, the digital salon known as MovieForums presents itself as a veritable cornucopia of cinematic discourse. It is a grand tapestry, woven with the threads of erudite conversation and punctuated by the vibrant hues of impassioned debate.

The denizens of this digital demesne, from the greenest neophyte to the most seasoned cinephile, partake in a ceaseless ballet of intellectual exchange. Their words, akin to the strokes of an artist’s brush, paint vivid tableaus of their thoughts on the silver screen’s latest offerings.

Yet, it is not merely a platform for the dissection of contemporary works. Nay, it serves as a time capsule, a chronicle preserving the echoes of celluloid history. From the flickering shadows of the Lumière brothers’ pioneering efforts to the resplendent spectacle of modern blockbusters, all find a home within its hallowed halls.

However, one must not neglect the undercurrent of camaraderie that permeates this digital agora. It is a fellowship forged in the crucible of shared passion, a testament to the unifying power of cinema.

I do not decline your invitation out of disrespect or indifference, nor do I lack the enthusiasm or passion for the genre of neo-noir and noir, which has fascinated my mind and touched my soul.

I decline your invitation out of a sense of duty and honor, for I know that I am not worthy or qualified to partake in such a noble and illustrious enterprise. I fear that I would only tarnish the reputation and quality of your countdowns, and I would not wish to disappoint or offend you.

I hope that you will understand and forgive my decision and that you will not hold it against me. I wish you all the best in your glorious celebration of cinema, and I look forward to reading your reviews and learning from your wisdom.

Your most faithful and humble friend,
Mr Minio

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Look, I'm not judging you - after all, I'm posting here myself, but maybe, just maybe, if you spent less time here and more time watching films, maybe, and I stress, maybe your taste would be of some value. Just a thought, ya know.

Shame there are two of these on at the same time. I can't find the time to do both and catch up on a load of films for both.

You could have watched a film in the time it took you to compose and write that.

Amateur.

It took me about 5 minutes because I'm a genius.

It's likely ChatGPT, which I can forgive, but going with the different font...no.

Surely you can come up with a competent list with what you've already seen, c'moooon!

I think people have seen more films that are classified as neo-noir than they realize.

For sure. I know the ambiguousness of the term might be intimidating, but you just need to browse the conversation or the shared links, and you'll probably come up with a list real quick.

A lot of homework to realize it though to be honest.

I don't think so. You can just look at the image in the opening post, or skim through some of the links shared in the third post, and I'm sure most of you can come up with 25, or at least 10 films you've seen that qualify.

oh go on then, I just submitted one.