bollemanneke 905 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 I didn't find a thread like this, so decided to create one, a kind of 'prequel' to the 'What Is the Last Film You Watched' threads in which we can ask whether we should (not) watch certain films. The TV guide is offering a few interesting films this week, but I might not have time to watch them all, so... Are these titles worth my time? - Wyatt Earp - Paper Towns - Carrie (2013) - Mean Girls Thoughts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stefancos 8677 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Carrie is a redundant remake, but the cast is good. Mean Girls is something of a zeitgeist film, i guess. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Wyatt Earp is okay. Only watch Mean Girls if you're smitten with 2004-era Lindsay Lohan and you're a nut like me. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrbellamy 3059 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Mean Girls is hilarious! 1 Bilbo reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 It's better than Freaky Friday at least. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stefancos 8677 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Lindsay Lohan was kinda cute... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 And she's only 31 now and looks like an old boot. She could have still looked adorable... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stefancos 8677 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Hollywood live! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thor 2044 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 25 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: - Wyatt Earp Decent enough western, although a bit heavyhanded. The score is one of JNH's best. 25 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: - Paper Towns Haven't seen it, but Ryan Lott's score is excellent! 25 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: - Carrie (2013) Skip it, and watch the original classic instead, if you haven't already. 25 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: - Mean Girls Not a fan of Tina Fey, but it's one of those pop cultural films giving nourishment to Lindsay Lohan's "persona". So better viewed for that than any particular filmatic quality. But I suggest you watch ELECTION, RUSHMORE or CLUELESS instead. Or any of the 80s high school classics (FAST TIMES, BREAKFAST CLUB, SIXTEEN CANDLES, PRETTY IN PINK etc.). 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pieter_Boelen 472 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 31 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: Wyatt Earp Long and dramatic and certainly not the greatest film ever made, but I like it well enough. Music is pretty darn good and I like hearing that used in context. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fancyarcher 289 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 My thoughts. Wyatt Earp - It's fine. Great score and production design, plus a superb cast, but a little too long, and kinda aimless. I haven't seen Paper Towns, not really my kind of film honestly. Carrie - Not a fan. Failed to capture what made the 1976 version work so well. Performances aren't bad, but as far as remakes / readaptations of old Stephen King novels, I didn't much care for it. Mean Girl - Classic. One of the movies that probably defined the mid 2000's for a lot of teens / young adults. Sharp script, and performances (Rachel McAdams being a particular standout), plus it features Lohan before she went crazy. I've seen it several times, and I still highly recommend it. It's endlessly quotable and hilarious. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Koray Savas 1272 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Tombstone > Wyatt Earp 2 xWxzek and Ghostbusters II reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kasey Kockroach 1666 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Mom and Dad Save the World? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quintus 3634 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 It's been years since I saw the original Carrie. It's was so good back in its day, but isn't that pervy intro a bit difficult to watch these days? A bit, erm, suspect? 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kasey Kockroach 1666 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Images (1972) ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bollemanneke 905 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Thank you for all your feedback! I just watched Carrie (2013), couldn't watch the Original one: The first half was great. Well, of course it was: things don't get better when Julianne Moore is playing a religious fanatic. But then, like every single other horror movie I know, everything just fell apart, literally: nasty stuff for no reason whatsoever, everything breaks and everyone dies. Lame. This was my second Marco Beltrami score and surprisingly, I enjoyed most of it, especially the medieval/magical effect he created by combining celeste with soft, electric guitars. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Richard 2948 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 3 minutes ago, kaseykockroach said: Images (1972) ? It's Bob Altman, it's John Williams, it's Susannah York. What's not to like? 2 1 Kasey Kockroach, Once and Sharky reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thor 2044 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 1 hour ago, kaseykockroach said: Images (1972) ? Superb film, one of the best that Williams ever scored, and that Altman ever directed. Featuring gorgeous cinematography by Vilmos Zsigmond. It wears its REPULSION on its sleeve, true, but not in a bad way. I've held lectures on this film (and score) and have come to really appreciate it for the masterpiece that it is. 1 1 Kasey Kockroach and Richard reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bollemanneke 905 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 Okay, I'm back. Which movie should I choose next week? I Can only pick one. - The Secret Life of Walter Mitty - The Bodyguard - The Good Dinosaur - The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him - The Lucky One Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stefancos 8677 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 19 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty The 1947 or 2013 one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 I hate how they keep making more than one movie with the same title. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stefancos 8677 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 At least Spielberg renamed a Guy Named Joe into Always when he remade it. 1 Ghostbusters II reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 He should have renamed War of the Worlds as "Dark Basements". 2 Ghostbusters II and bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bollemanneke 905 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 37 minutes ago, Stefancos said: The 1947 or 2013 one? Ah, sorry, 2013. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marian Schedenig 1630 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 1 hour ago, bollemanneke said: - The Good Dinosaur It looks like an unremarkable run of the mill Pixar entry, and for the first half or so it seems like that's all it is. But I thought it excels at portraying its characters (and with very little dialogue, too) and reaches an emotional climax worthy of the Pixar canon. Lovely score, too. And amazing photo-realistic scenery, which somewhat clashes with the simple character design. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
publicist 2788 Report post Posted June 3, 2018 2 hours ago, bollemanneke said: Ah, sorry, 2013. Try both. A remarkable demonstration of the same premise done in completely different eras. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Illustrious Jerry 1804 Report post Posted June 25, 2018 It's Monday. The local listings show Incredibles 2 and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom are plentiful in showings. Should I bother with either of these? Incredibles 2 doesn't seem like my cup of tea, nor does JW FK, but of the two the latter seems more enticing. Heck, I may just see Solo again. Any thoughts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bespin 2661 Report post Posted June 25, 2018 2 minutes ago, Jerry said: It's Monday. The local listings show Incredibles 2 and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom are plentiful in showings. Should I bother with either of these? Incredibles 2 doesn't seem like my cup of tea, nor does JW FK, but of the two the latter seems more enticing. Heck, I may just see Solo again. Any thoughts? Jurassic Park.. just saw a review headline that starts with "Stupidity finds a way". 🤣 3 Alexcremers, Jurassic Shark and The Illustrious Jerry reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexcremers 1496 Report post Posted June 25, 2018 I would definitely go for The Incredibles 2, even though I haven't seen it (or JW: Fallen Kingdom) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Illustrious Jerry 1804 Report post Posted June 25, 2018 Well it now turns out that I'm going with an old buddy, who'd like to see Jurassic World, so that's what it is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bayesian 165 Report post Posted June 25, 2018 Both movies are underwhelming, and I really wanted to enjoy them as much as the reviewers tend to be enjoying them. I think my disappointment in Incredibles 2 is worse than for JW2 because the first one was so good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bollemanneke 905 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 I am in need of your good counsel once more. Rotten Tomatoes hates all of them, but I don't trust them anymore, so... Should I ever watch any of these? - Unfinised Business (2015) - Patch Adams - Grace of Monaco Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
publicist 2788 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 no 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 Patch Adams is okay but not essentual viewing. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Holko 2616 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 It grossly misrepresents him, his life and his colleagues to turn it all into a gigantic cliche. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexcremers 1496 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 1 hour ago, bollemanneke said: Rotten Tomatoes hates all of them, but I don't trust them anymore, so... Are you and RT growing apart? Even when it comes to old movies? 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 28 minutes ago, Holko said: It grossly misrepresents him, his life and his colleagues to tun it all into a gigantic cliche. Oh was he a real person? I didn't know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Holko 2616 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 Yeah and he hates it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 He outlived the actor who played him too? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bollemanneke 905 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 45 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: Are you and RT growing apart? Even when it comes to old movies? Yes, we fought at dinner yesterday. She said Moulin Rouge was a great movie again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quintus 3634 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 With RT and new films you want to aim in the 50 - 72 region, and write everything else off as probable hyperbole. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Disco Stu 6962 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 40 minutes ago, Quintus said: With RT and new films you want to aim in the 50 - 72 region, and write everything else off as probable hyperbole. That kind of makes sense for Metacritic. Conceptually I mean. But RT is binary, positive or negative, a critic’s level of enthusiasm has no influence on the tomato score, just if it was liked or not. That’s how a movie like Ant-Man and the Wasp has 88%. Very few critics would give it that score out of 100, it just means 88% of critics at least liked it. Whereas its metascore is 70, much more accurate to critical enthusiasm and falls within your 50-72 rule. It’s a likeable, fine, unsurprising movie. 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quintus 3634 Report post Posted August 4, 2018 I don't have a formula or an algorithm for this stuff, it's just anecdotally what has come to work for me whenever I've inevitably followed a link through to the RT site and looked at a movie there. All that stuff in the 80s and 90s "fresh" ballpark, I barely ever agree with any of it; those critical laudings or quasi-aggregates, if you like. I very rarely find any of it reliable, which is why I generally don't take any notice of RT. For me, the modern movies which seem to divide critics somewhere down the middle tend to end up with review ratings I find the most reliable and worth a look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stefancos 8677 Report post Posted August 5, 2018 Mad Max: Fury Road has a 97% rating. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Holko 2616 Report post Posted August 5, 2018 Why do people still only look at RT's binary ratings? The average critic rating on a 10-scale is right below that! Fury road has 8.6, Ant-Man and the Wasp has 6.9, both are probably reasonable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stefancos 8677 Report post Posted August 5, 2018 Fury Road is 97% fresh! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quintus 3634 Report post Posted August 5, 2018 Exactly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bollemanneke 905 Report post Posted October 4, 2018 Should I watch Chain Reaction, Ex Machina or both? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dougie 4419 Report post Posted October 4, 2018 On 8/5/2018 at 5:40 PM, Stefancos said: Fury Road is 97% fresh! Is it really that good? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thor 2044 Report post Posted October 4, 2018 10 minutes ago, bollemanneke said: Should I watch Chain Reaction, Ex Machina or both? You can watch CHAIN REACTION for the sheer popcorn value; that's about it. Not even Goldsmith's score is very exciting. EX MACHINA, however, is a masterpiece, and my favourite movie that year (and one of my favourite movies in the 2010s overall). 1 bollemanneke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
