Naïve Old Fart 9,528 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 I thought they lived at the bottom of your beer-glass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 More like the local dogging site! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon McBride 113 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 15 hours ago, Stefancos said: Edited? Pretty much just cussing.I don't think anything was skipped, just some muted portions. 13 hours ago, Alexcremers said: It's very unusual for a JWfanner not to like The Shawshank Redemption. Maybe it wasn't a good idea to watch this movie while sitting in a room filled with testosterone. If you and your roommates get back together again, watch Mad Max: Fury Road or something. Alex - Movie adviser Liked was the wrong word. I was invested in the movie, and admit that it was incredibly well made, but I don't really have a desire to watch it again or anything. It didn't really leave an impression on me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon McBride 113 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 2 minutes ago, BloodBoal said: So it was the Puritan Edit? I am a religious nut after all haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeping Strings 2,360 Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 Hallowe'en - whilst it was undoubtedly fun to see this on the big screen, much of it causes chuckles rather than screams nowadays. Carpenter's score is still great, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Stu 15,495 Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 The best horror movies are the ones I want to rewatch long after their ability to scare fades. The truly artistically interesting ones. Halloween is definitely one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,528 Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 ALIEN, THE THING, and DRACULA (1979) are three more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,348 Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 Changeling. Sickening. Why did I watch that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 Explain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 1 hour ago, Richard said: ALIEN, THE THING, and DRACULA (1979) are three more. Definitely Alien: Quote By having a relatively slight (but still thrilling) plot buttressed by an incredible sense of atmosphere and immersion, Scott made Alien one of the least wearying movies ever made. It is suffused with beauty and (perhaps counterintuitively) a soothing tranquility. It's an incredible film. - Dr Citrus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 7 hours ago, bollemanneke said: Changeling. Sickening. Why did I watch that? 7 hours ago, Stefancos said: Explain? Could be this https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Changeling_(1980_film) Or this https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Changeling_(film) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,528 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 9 hours ago, Alexcremers said: Definitely Alien: What? You don't appreciate the cold paranoia of THE THING, or Gil Taylor's lush photography on DRACULA? "You gotta be fuckin' kidding!". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 That right, Richard. Artistically speaking, especially on a visual level, I believe Alien is practically on a par with 2001: A Space Odyssey. Oh, but wait, I forgot, you think 2001 is artistically inept and that it should be erased from our history, right? See, it's all subjective. Personally, I think 2001 can be only be viewed from artistic perspective. Don't watch it like you would with The Three Musketeers, but watch it in the same way an art expert examines a Rembrandt. Personally I never heard anybody hold Dracula in the same esteem as Alien, let alone 2001: ASO. Again, it's all subjective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,348 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 I was referring to Changeling (2008), a story about a woman who loses her child and a killer who likes locking kids up in a hen coop before killing them. Really disturbing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,528 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 After all the posts we've had together? Et tu, Alex? 2001 is one of the greatest films ever made. Period. I have thought that since I first saw it, in 1968, then in 1978, on TV, on DVD, in a pristine 70mm print, in 2001, six months later, in a 35mm reduction, and now on Blu ray. I don't hold DRACULA in the same esteem, as ALIEN, but I appreciate that it has some great production values. Personally, I love both THE THREE MUSKETEERS, and THE FOUR MUSKETEERS Sharkissimo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Is there anything that you don't love, Richard? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 The Who? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeping Strings 2,360 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 15 hours ago, Disco Stu said: The best horror movies are the ones I want to rewatch long after their ability to scare fades. The truly artistically interesting ones. Halloween is definitely one. Hmm ... there were things I clearly let slide the first time I saw it years ago, because this time round I was all *Erm, hold on ... *. Like Michael apparently being incarcerated at a secure facility that teaches its inmates to drive (Pleasance's half-explanatory line about same doesn't really cut it, I'm afraid). And the amount of time that Pleasance spends just standing watching the old Myers house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,528 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 10 minutes ago, Alexcremers said: Is there anything that you don't love, Richard? There's a lot that I don't love - ALIEN RESURRECTION; gross-out comedies; fascism; neo-spiritualism; liver casserole; the collected works of Michael Bay; Matt Smith as The Doctor - but I try to see something good in all art. 13 minutes ago, Stefancos said: The Who? I'm listening to TOMMY, as I post this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Alien Resurection is an outstanding film! Sharkissimo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,528 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 It seems to divide fans. I prefer the extended version, and android or no, Winona Ryder is sooooo gorgeous in A:RES. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 4 minutes ago, Stefancos said: Alien Resurection is an outstanding film! He's not talking about Alien3, Steef! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Love its comic book style! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 All these superlatives! I'd say Alien is outstanding while Resurrection is okay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Watched Batman v Superman about three times since buying it the other day. I was lukewarm about it after seeing it in the cinema, but it's growing on me the more I see it. Batman's indiscriminate murder spree propels it upward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 24 minutes ago, Daniel Clamp said: I was lukewarm about it after seeing it in the cinema, but it's growing on me the more I see it. Some of us are just a bit slower, Drax. Today Titus is probably being seen upon as a masterpiece but back then I was the only one who loved it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 I'm just glad Superman has finally been given a new visual identity. For too long so much Superman related live action media had been piggy backing from Donnerverse aesthetics, like Smallville and Superman Returns. Whether it was Kryptonian crystal-based technology or even Williams' score, I got sick of seeing and hearing it. Then this Snyder fella comes along and gives it a much needed revitalisation. I'm developing a deeper respect for his creative eye. Sharkissimo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 If Morlock was still posting here, would he have been a Marvel or a DC fan? Does Eisenberg's Luthor grow on one too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodBoal 7,538 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Or the yellow belt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Ill be in my bunk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,348 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 The man with the golden gun. Best one so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted October 29, 2016 Share Posted October 29, 2016 13 hours ago, Richard said: After all the posts we've had together? Et tu, Alex? 2001 is one of the greatest films ever made. Trivia from my tenure reserves: when Cremers first watched "2001" he didn't get all the fuss. It went over his head, as admitted here a few years back. Now that he decided he enjoys it of course, it has become a darling benchmark - ready to deploy as an instrument for personal elevation and critical integrity when it is necessary to be impressive on the internet. Quintus - selective memory bastard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Sad! I first saw it at age 7, and loved it from the start! Alex is a poser, it turns out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon McBride 113 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Blade Runner First time, and I was not impressed. The pacing was so slow. I couldn't hear what they were saying a lot of the time because of the background noise. The only reason I new what was going on is because I read the book a couple months ago. The symbolism made no sense. Having read the book, I understand what the animals were supposed to represent, but that was so underrepresented it was practically nonexistent. The unicorn scene made no sense whatsoever, and was honestly kind of off putting. Also, Deckard's a human. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Yeah Blade Runner sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 For some reason, I own it on Blu-ray. 5 versions too many, if you ask me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 The theatrical is fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeping Strings 2,360 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 The Evil Dead (original version) - innovative low-budget horror film-making that still packs a punch, a proper 'cabin in the woods' frightener (unlike Whedon's post-modern crappenfest). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 One of the best grunge horror movies ever, with a legendary sequel to go with it. Sweeping Strings 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Two legendary sequels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I don't mind Armies of Darkness, but I remember being hugely disappointed with the change of direction at the time, when I was a young teen. Which reminds me... I've still got to watch the TV show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I'm not a huge fan of Evil Dead 2 or 3. I love the first one though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I don't know anybody who watches the show, yet it's been popular enough to warrant a second season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 A pal of mine absolutely loved it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Not sure it's out in Australia yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I watched the Iron Giant for probably the fifth time this afternoon, but it was with the children for the first time and they loved it. Of course they did: the ET template has that sort of enduring appeal. Brad Bird's film is every bit the cult classic as opposed to the worldwide celebrated Spielberg original of course, but gem masterpieces are found hidden from time to time, and this timeless animation is one of them. Also saw The Big Short. Nearly turned it off after fifteen minutes but stuck it out and was glad to have done by the end. Very well done and just really bloody depressing. I've really come around to Ryan Gosling, after this and the Russell Crowe movie they did together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Twilight Zone: The Movie It's generally enjoyable. The first episode is too dark and leaves a bad taste. Spielberg's is alright, although the scene of all the old folks laughing is as embarrassing as Spielberg gets. But, man, does that Goldsmith score save it. The third episode is typical Dante (you know what I mean?) and the weird visuals and sfx are effective to this day. Of course, most people think Miller's remake of "Nightmare" is the best of the lot. It's a fun ride, for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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