Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 8 minutes ago, Stefancos said: Tom Cruise is actually miscast in that. He was fine in Minority report, but this film needed the Spielbergian everyman. Was Tom Hanks busy? Tom Cruise had a financial stake in the project well before Spielberg was involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 After.Life Intriguing premise, but infuriating execution, only because the characters are so dumb. As for Christina Ricci, if you love seeing her nice bod, this is for you. Only problem is I remember years ago her tits were much larger. Did she get breast reduction performed? If so, that's a shame because I miss her beautiful boobs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 2 hours ago, Denise Bryson said: After.Life Intriguing premise, but infuriating execution, only because the characters are so dumb. As for Christina Ricci, if you love seeing her nice bod, this is for you. Only problem is I remember years ago her tits were much larger. Did she get breast reduction performed? If so, that's a shame because I miss her beautiful boobs. Need attention, Jerry? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Parker 3,040 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 Star Trek: Generations I haven't watched much of the Star Trek movies, but I'm aware they carry a certain dubious reputation. And perhaps as an ignorant moviegoer, I can understand why. But as a coda of the show, with better looks and some fancier camerawork, I actually thought this was pretty satisfying. Some scenes like Picard in the Nexus really got to me; I really liked his arc in this movie. I also enjoyed the way the movie delayed gratification, so to speak...for example, there's the scene where McDowell confronts Picard in the Enterprise lounge. His demeanor shifts immediately from hard-edged to visibly shaken, but at that point we don't quite know why. Later when we discover just how on the nose McDowell was with his metaphor, Picard's reaction makes complete sense. A very nice, subtle tension and release, in our minds. I'll agree with what I imagine is a criticism that the way in which the generations are bridged in the movie is on the limp side...but it was great to see Picard interact with Kirk, their exchanges and dialogue another example of delayed gratification. So other than that, the "uncinematic" feeling (this probably would have been a Netflix exclusive were it around in the day), and Cinema Sins level RLM crap (you really gonna pass off holographic picture frames as a criticism?), why does this movie get trashed so much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 The main problem with Generations is that its unnecessary. Star Trek 6 did a great job bridging the gap between the two eras and the only reason this story was done is because Paramount was worried audiences wouldn't understand why this Star Trek film didn't feature Kirk, Spock, Bones etc. Despite the fact that TNG was a huge phenomenon. It's not a bad film by any means though. Like you not, not really cinematic. But I don't really mind that. Star Trek is a TV show, even when its a movie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Parker 3,040 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 23 minutes ago, Stefancos said: The main problem with Generations is that its unnecessary. Star Trek 6 did a great job bridging the gap between the two eras and the only reason this story was done is because Paramount was worried audiences wouldn't understand why this Star Trek film didn't feature Kirk, Spock, Bones etc. Despite the fact that TNG was a huge phenomenon. It's not a bad film by any means though. Like you not, not really cinematic. But I don't really mind that. Star Trek is a TV show, even when its a movie. Oh, interesting. Honestly the lack of Jerry Goldsmith has put me off from seeing that one, but it seemed cool. That's the Cold War one, yeah? When you say it bridges the two, do you mean in terms of setting the stage of the world, or does it get more literal than that? I will say that the music of Generations definitely contributed to the TV show feeling...while it was nice to hear McCarthy get a little more extroverted than what he was ultimately required to do for the shows (I honestly don't know how people can be clambering for a fisher's load of 30 second suspense chords to listen to on an album), it really wasn't more dynamic from what he did on some of the more extravagant episodes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filmmusic 1,829 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 The Mighty Ducks (1992) I had never seen this Disney film, or the other 2 films of the trilogy. Although at first I thought I didn't like it, as it went on, I enjoyed it very much. (and I'm not a sports fan or like sports either) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon McBride 113 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 1 hour ago, Nick Parker said: Star Trek: Generations I haven't watched much of the Star Trek movies, but I'm aware they carry a certain dubious reputation. And perhaps as an ignorant moviegoer, I can understand why. But as a coda of the show, with better looks and some fancier camerawork, I actually thought this was pretty satisfying. Some scenes like Picard in the Nexus really got to me; I really liked his arc in this movie. I also enjoyed the way the movie delayed gratification, so to speak...for example, there's the scene where McDowell confronts Picard in the Enterprise lounge. His demeanor shifts immediately from hard-edged to visibly shaken, but at that point we don't quite know why. Later when we discover just how on the nose McDowell was with his metaphor, Picard's reaction makes complete sense. A very nice, subtle tension and release, in our minds. I'll agree with what I imagine is a criticism that the way in which the generations are bridged in the movie is on the limp side...but it was great to see Picard interact with Kirk, their exchanges and dialogue another example of delayed gratification. So other than that, the "uncinematic" feeling (this probably would have been a Netflix exclusive were it around in the day), and Cinema Sins level RLM crap (you really gonna pass off holographic picture frames as a criticism?), why does this movie get trashed so much? My biggest problem with Generations is why are all the lights off on the Enterprise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 1 hour ago, Nick Parker said: Oh, interesting. Honestly the lack of Jerry Goldsmith has put me off from seeing that one, but it seemed cool. That's the Cold War one, yeah? When you say it bridges the two, do you mean in terms of setting the stage of the world, or does it get more literal than that? Why would Goldsmith not scoring it put you off? Most Star Trek wasn't scored by Goldsmith. Trek 6 is the final "adventure" of the TOS crew, and it shows the beginning of going from the Cold War inspired galaxy of the original series to the then more current one of TNG/DS9/VOY. Check it out, its a far better film than Generations. Not just a better Trek film, a better film. Good score too. 1 hour ago, Nick Parker said: I will say that the music of Generations definitely contributed to the TV show feeling...while it was nice to hear McCarthy get a little more extroverted than what he was ultimately required to do for the shows (I honestly don't know how people can be clambering for a fisher's load of 30 second suspense chords to listen to on an album), it really wasn't more dynamic from what he did on some of the more extravagant episodes. Generations is a score ive been very fond off for almost 24 years now. I liked McCarthy's style on TNG and liked how Generations allowed him to spread his wings. There's some great actio music in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,533 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 Isn't Worf's grandad in VI, somewhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 Yes! Michael Dorn is in quite a lot of Star Trek. He must have a very good agent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,193 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 37 minutes ago, Stefancos said: Check it out, its a far better film than Generations. Not just a better Trek film, a better film. Good score too. One of the best Trek films, in fact. Second best, perhaps. And a fine score indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idril 86 Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 2 hours ago, Nick Parker said: (I honestly don't know how people can be clambering for a fisher's load of 30 second suspense chords to listen to on an album) I am one of those people and I must say this comment made me laugh! There is a certain level of self-loathing involved in being a Star Trek music completist... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Generations is a top tier film and score. 4 hours ago, Hawmy said: My biggest problem with Generations is why are all the lights off on the Enterprise? To make it look warmer and cozier. I love the look of the ship in this film, it's so inviting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Transparent aluminium apparently shatters like glass too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 6 hours ago, Stefancos said: Why would Goldsmith not scoring it put you off? Most Star Trek wasn't scored by Goldsmith. After V, he would have deserved VI, as it was a vastly better movie. Alas... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 He probably couldn't work it into his schedule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 No. They didn't give Meyer the budget. In his book, he mentions that he could not afford JG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They couldn't. He asked Horner who told him he outgrew Trek. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,533 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 27 minutes ago, Stefancos said: They couldn't. He asked Horner who told him he outgrew Trek. Talk about biting the hand that feeds you. That's just arrogant. 7 hours ago, publicist said: No. They didn't give Meyer the budget. In his book, he mentions that he could not afford JG. A $25,000,000 movie, and they couldn't spring for Goldsmith? That dog don't hunt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They were so broke on Generations, they reused the Bird of Prey explosion shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They even used an upconverted Enterprise fly-by from TV during a Captain Log scene. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,533 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 24 minutes ago, Denise Bryson said: They were so broke on Generations, they reused the Bird of Prey explosion shot. II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII all reused footage from previous films. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Sure, but more tastefully! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,533 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 ...and less obviously I wasn't the only one in the movie theatre, to notice the Bird of Prey re-use. It just screams "cheap". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 YES!...MM! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 No Strings Attached My reasons for watching this were strictly pervy in nature. I like the bit where Padme says "you have a really nice penis" - it was like a cure. Watch out for Ivan Reitman's cameo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeping Strings 2,361 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 The Sting - yes it bowls along twistingly and amusingly, Redford and Newman have charisma and star-wattage to burn, the score is of course great ... but after it was over I still couldn't help thinking '7 Oscars? REALLY?' Sacrilege, maybe. I dunno. filmmusic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Aw man, The Sting is great! I just saw it for the first time a few years ago, and would happily watch it again right now, I loved it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Its a wonderful, joyous experience of a movie. That cast! Fuck the Oceans 11 movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I love Ocean's 11 too. The sequels might as well not exist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 The Sting is better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filmmusic 1,829 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 3 hours ago, Sweeping Strings said: The Sting - yes it bowls along twistingly and amusingly, Redford and Newman have charisma and star-wattage to burn, the score is of course great ... but after it was over I still couldn't help thinking '7 Oscars? REALLY?' Sacrilege, maybe. I dunno. I had the same reaction. Sweeping Strings 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Brawl in Cell Block 99 - Wow! Fucking Intense. Very good film too. - 8 / 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,335 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 11 hours ago, Sweeping Strings said: The Sting - yes it bowls along twistingly and amusingly, Redford and Newman have charisma and star-wattage to burn, the score is of course great ... but after it was over I still couldn't help thinking '7 Oscars? REALLY?' Sacrilege, maybe. I dunno. Were The English Patient (9 Oscars) or Slumdog Millionaire (8 Oscars) so deserving? Today people are spoiled with quality. A movie like The Sting wouldn't stand a chance. Be grateful that you are living today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 All Through the Night Smashing Bogey flick that pits him against Nazi infultrators in New York with nefarious plans to blow up a battleship. Some great noirish photography and thrilling moments. Feels almost like what North by Northwest might have been if it'd been made 15 years earlier. But my only gripe is what happened to the dog at the end?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 On 1/29/2018 at 7:17 AM, Denise Bryson said: They were so broke on Generations, they reused the Bird of Prey explosion shot. The economics of the future are somewhat different. You see, money doesn't exist in the 24th century. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Obviously! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 If someone in the 24th century wants a high end hi-fi system, how do they pay for it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,335 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 With JWFancoins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Backtrack. Aussie supernatural horror. Not bad, but these screenwriters need some wit to give these films some levity. Too many of these modern horror flicks are so grim and gloomy, it's hard for me to care about what's going on. I kid thee not, the police constable chick is a genuine cutie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,533 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 There's a lot to be said for Aussie horror: THE CHANT OF JIMMY BLACKSMITH RAZORBACK THE LAST WAVE THE CARS THAT ATE PARIS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeping Strings 2,361 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 12 hours ago, Richard said: There's a lot to be said for Aussie horror: THE CHANT OF JIMMY BLACKSMITH RAZORBACK THE LAST WAVE THE CARS THAT ATE PARIS Wolf Creek (the original movie, that is). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 The second one is amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt C 454 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 Alien It played on the big screen a week ago, and it holds up incredibly well. The iconic shocks (like the Dallas airlock scene) still pack a punch, and one of Sir Ridley's best films. Goldsmith's score is still mangled in the film itself, but placement and usage of what remains works gangbusters in the film. Sigourney Weaver really gave a star-making performance here, I prefer this over Aliens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 John Wick 2 - Some damn awesome scenes. A worthy follow-up. - 7.5 / 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon McBride 113 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 Also Alien, but not in theaters. This was the first time for me, and it was really good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 It's alright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 Your Facebook has vanished! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted February 3, 2018 Share Posted February 3, 2018 All you need is JWFan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now