Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 It's payday, boys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holko 9,397 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Phantasm (1979) I wasn't feelin' this one, the first in this month where I didn't care for any aspect and just skipped through the last half hour. Suspiria it ain't, in any case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc 2,674 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Lethal Weapon 2 Very good, but Riggs should have died at the end. 4/4 Lethal Weapon 3 Not so very good. Does not have nearly as much emotional impact as the first two. Direction is a bit half-hearted. Cheesy at times. I don't feel Riggs' romance here. 2/4 Lethal Weapon 4 Entertaining enough. Some nice parts, but nothing to really go into at length. 2.5/4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 I have a huge soft spot for Lethal Weapon 4. And is has a few great setpieces. SteveMc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,443 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 What's the LW where Joss Ackland keeps saying "deeplomatieec eeemuneeety"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc 2,674 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Yes, the car chase after the Mercedes with a stop at the mobile home ain't that bad at all. And, the scene where Riggs' car gets hit from behind onto the train tracks, that one quite effectively shatters a calm atmosphere, and yet, you kind of think back and realize you should have seen it coming. Best kind of surprise. Hmmm, I might try to watch 4 again completely on its own, maybe I'll come round to giving it a 3/4. Just now, Richard said: What's the LW where Joss Ackland keeps saying "deeplomatieec eeemuneeety"? No. 2. The best of the bunch, to me at least. Naïve Old Fart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,443 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Thinks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,308 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Indecent Proposal. The first half provided some interesting food for thought, but then I found myself putting all my principles aside, getting really tired of the husband (actor and character) and slowly starting to like Robert Redford, who I had never seen in anything before. Obviously, I didn't like the cheesy finale. This was my first Demi Moore movie after Hunchback of Notre Dame. She was mostly all right, but her arguments with Woody Harrelson were just terrible. John Barry's score was extremely predictable and repetitive, but nice all the same. The sound mix was excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 I like the fashion and hairstyles in that movie. Even Woody's receding hairline looked good, but Barry's score is ridiculous on top of ridiculousness as he clunkily apologises to Demi Moore in the rain. The content is trashy trying to pass itself off as classy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Robert Redford looked so handsome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Very manly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilbo 3,709 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Barry Lyndon. Dont have time to write a full review of this but I absolutely loved it. Everything about it. Special mention to the cinematography though. Beautifully shot, it could have been made yesterday. Naïve Old Fart and Holko 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 6 hours ago, publicist said: @folks you know who you are: can you please stop dragging fucking Titanic in every discussion? It's seriously annoying. Yes. It's beyond cloying obsessive fuckery isn't it. bollemanneke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 I've been asked to give you this small token of our appreciation. Unlucky Bastard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,232 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 7 hours ago, Horner's Dynamic Range said: Yes it has! Indeed. I always get a chuckle out of quotes but this one really cracked me up for some reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 17 hours ago, Alexcremers said: So? Do you hate a movie because the lead is a serial killer? It seems that Koray doesn't want to respond to my question so I'll have to discuss it with you, Steef. Does a lead role always have to be morally perfect? We’ve had the exact discussion before and Steef answered it perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 3 hours ago, Quintus said: Yes. It's beyond cloying obsessive fuckery isn't it. You know I do believe this thread may sink. bollemanneke and Naïve Old Fart 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 7 hours ago, Bilbo said: Barry Lyndon. Beautifully shot, it could have been made yesterday. Minus perhaps the use of graduated filters, and the film's odd aspect ratio of 1.66:1, which now has been changed (cropped) to 1.78:1. 2 hours ago, Koray Savas said: We’ve had the exact discussion before and Steef answered it perfectly. Well, I don't understand your motivation. Perhaps you could ask Steef to elaborate? Or give a link to an earlier discussion? Because I don't remember we talked about this before. 12 hours ago, publicist said: The Lyne version wasn't better than the Kubrick (it was made in 1997 if i remember right). Making it a dark comedy is probably your best guess. Never seen the Adrian Lyne version. Kubrick regretted that he couldn't emphasise Humbert's sexual obsession (like Nabokov did in his novel). I guess that wasn't a problem in 1997 when Lyne made his adaptation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 7 hours ago, Bilbo said: Barry Lyndon. Dont have time to write a full review of this but I absolutely loved it. Everything about it. Special mention to the cinematography though. Beautifully shot, it could have been made yesterday. Here you get a glimpse of how this was achieved. Kubrick worked like Sir David Lean, who was also a taskmaster and famously forced the Ireland shoot of 'Ryan's Daughter' to stretch well into a year because the weather changed within minutes. But he was right: without those images, this movie would have been a crushing bore. 45 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: Never seen the Adrian Lyne version. Kubrick regretted that he couldn't emphasise Humbert's sexual obsession (like Nabokov did in his novel). I guess that wasn't a problem in 1997 when Lyne made his adaptation. The '62 film seemed to profit from its chasteness. These restrictions famously brought us some great masterpieces because writers and directors had to find compelling ways to smuggle the smut in. Bilbo and A24 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Parker 3,040 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 38 minutes ago, publicist said: The '62 film seemed to profit from its chasteness. These restrictions famously brought us some great masterpieces because writers and directors had to find compelling ways to smuggle the smut in. One of my favorite examples of this is A Streetcar Named Desire: the original play features many things, such as prostitution and homosexuality, that were taboo at the time. As such, in the film they use euphemisms and very indirect language to describe all of these things. However, due to the psychological state of the main character, where she brushes away or shuts out the grittier aspects of her life in an attempt to live a "pure" fantasy, the "whitewashed" lines inadvertently reflect her character, and I actually prefer the censored dialogue. publicist 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Watched Tarkovsky's Solaris last night. I'm not entirely convinced it is exactly as clever as it thinks it is but it was interesting for the most part, mostly when Tarkovsky deviates from the novel. But he's done better films than this. I can understand why Lem hated this one. Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Why do you think the movie or Tarkovsky wants to be clever? To me, Solyaris is mainly a trance-inducing mood piece with some philosophical ramifications. Maybe I missed something ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 You mean Karol missed something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 It's entirely possible that crocs saw something that I didn't. We all experience movies from our own perspective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 16 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: Why do you think the movie or Tarkovsky wants to be clever? To me, Solyaris is mainly a trance-inducing mood piece with some philosophical ramifications. Maybe I missed something ... Your answered your own question right there. For some reason philosophical themes and s-f never quite works for me. The metaphors tend to be really heavy-handed and hokey. Unless you're doing a cute philosophy like Star Trek. And yes, it also bothers me about Interestellar. Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 12 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: It's entirely possible that crocs saw something that I didn't. We all experience movies from our own perspective. But he got it wrong obviously, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 17 minutes ago, crocodile said: For some reason philosophical themes and s-f never quite works for me. The metaphors tend to be really heavy-handed and hokey. Unless you're doing a cute philosophy like Star Trek. You mean Kubrick and Tarkovsky can't hold a candle to Star Trek? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Yes Alex, that's exactly what Karol is saying.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Just now, Alexcremers said: You mean Kubrick and Tarkovsky can't hold a candle to Star Trek? Of course not. Star Trek is better than everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Only on JWFan, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Of course, what else?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 9 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: You mean Kubrick and Tarkovsky can't hold a candle to Star Trek? Haha not quite. I just don't like "big themes and questions" in s-f. I love 2001 as a film. But it doesn't really hold much water as philosophical discourse. I was disappointed how simple and banal it was. But it's marvellous technical feat to be sure and a terrific experience (especially on big screen). I also love it as a piece of filmmaking and how it takes full advantage of the visual. Here, I think, is where it earns its legendary status. But intellectual content? Nah. Same with Blade Runner actually. I don't find the nature Deckard a very interesting subject to spend 36 years of your time debating! It's simply not interesting to me. Too heavy-handed. I brought up Star Trek as a contrast because it isn't as serious. It's cute. Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 8 minutes ago, crocodile said: Haha not quite. I just don't like "big themes and questions" in s-f. I love 2001 as a film. But it doesn't really hold much water as philosophical discourse But does 2001 actively ask you any questions? I never got that impression. It certainly doesnt provide any answers. Brundlefly 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 2 minutes ago, Stefancos said: But does 2001 actively ask you any questions? I never got that impression. It certainly doesnt provide any answers. I didn't say it did. I was talking in general. But whatever it attempts to convey doesn't stimulate me. That was my point. Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Exactly, you need a film maker to guide you by the hand. Which is something Kubrick doesnt do with 2001. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Not really. I don't there is much to be gleaned from 2001, intellectually. There's nothing in there that cannot be found in great piece of literature etc. It's nothing new. But I also have to admit though here that my interest in film medium is mostly technical. I like to learn about technicalities and every aspect of the process. I generally buy Blu-rays for extras because this is what fascinates me. The films themselves and their content doesn't interest me that much. Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 15 minutes ago, crocodile said: Same with Blade Runner actually. I don't find the nature Deckard a very interesting subject to spend 36 years of your time debating! It's simply not interesting to me. Too heavy-handed. That's just a small aspect of what the content of Blade Runner is. As you should know, it wasn't even part of the plot before the release of the DC, which came 10 later. It's merely a little jokey 'bonus' that Scott 'contributed' to the whole, but it's not what the movie is about. It makes me wonder what it is that you actually have taken away from Solyaris and 2001, crocs. Most of what these movies offer (intellectually) is not literal (or part of the plot), but rather something you yourself have to bring to the table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brundlefly 2,382 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 2 hours ago, publicist said: The '62 film seemed to profit from its chasteness. These restrictions famously brought us some great masterpieces because writers and directors had to find compelling ways to smuggle the smut in. And you consider Lolita one of these masterpieces? At least I do. The 1997 version is just terrible, because of no restrictions. Why that awful death scene? It is as appropriate as ketchup on a chocolate bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 4 minutes ago, crocodile said: There's nothing in there that cannot be found in great piece of literature etc. It's nothing new. But literature is a completely different genre. The visual matery is exactly the point of 2001; ASO. It tells a story cinematically in a way no sci-fi movie ever did before. I guess all the visual effects extravaganza films that came after ruined 2001 for you. 1 minute ago, Alexcremers said: It makes me wonder what it is that you actually have taken away from Solyaris and 2001, crocs. Most of what these movies offer not literal (or part of the plot), but rather something you yourself have to bring to the table. Don't forget Alex, that Karol is one of the Nolan disciples here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 It was maligned because of its intellectual pretensions back then as much as it was lauded for its technical achievements. I fall somewhere in the middle. It has sensual appeal but it's also a huge drag. Chen G. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 I've never found it to be a drag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 4 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: It makes me wonder what it is that you actually have taken away from Solyaris and 2001, crocs. Most of what these movies offer not literal (or part of the plot), but rather something you yourself have to bring to the table. Of course, because I have no means or brain capacity to grasp this concept, Alex. @Stefancos. Yes, it does convey it visually and that is where the film excels. But it's meaningless if you learn nothing new from it regardless. Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 1 minute ago, Brundlefly said: And you consider Lolita one of these masterpieces? At least I do. 'Masterpiece' is one of these stuffy words. Let's say it's one of those movies that stay with you, like it often happened with Kubrick. Even if you don't like it in toto there are scenes and ideas (or performances) you will remember. Chen G. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,306 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 3 minutes ago, Stefancos said: Don't forget Alex, that Karol is one of the Nolan desciples here. Exactly my thoughts, Steef. Blade Runner and 2001 have simple plots and that could be a problem for Nolanites. I prefer complex movies with simple plots over simple movies with complex plots. Chen G. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 4 minutes ago, crocodile said: @Stefancos. Yes, it does convey it visually and that is where the film excels. But it's meaningless if you learn nothing new from it regardless. Who says one can't learn anything new from 2001? Really Karol, the problem seems to be within yourself, not these movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Just now, Stefancos said: Who says one can't learn anything new from 2001? Really Karol, the problem seems to be within yourself, not these movies. What did you learn? What did I miss? Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brundlefly 2,382 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 1 minute ago, crocodile said: What did you learn? What did I miss? The question is already too rational. Do you like Lynch's movies? I'd guess no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 3 minutes ago, crocodile said: What did you learn? What did I miss? Karol See, that would be telling! We each have to take our own lessons from movies like this. Right @Alexcremers 2 minutes ago, Brundlefly said: The question is already too rational. Do you like Lynch's movies? I'd guess no. I would assume not. Karol is someone who needs to be told what a movie is about. The director has to instruct him in some way, so he can learn from it. It's very common, and there's nothing wrong with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 7,930 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 1 minute ago, Brundlefly said: The question is already too rational. Do you like Lynch's movies? I'd guess no. I like most of them. No need to be condescending. Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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