karelm 2,913 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I just saw two awesome movies - "Her" and "American Hustle". Both had excellent cast, script, direction, acting, and were just good fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 The main character of Her just sounds like a pathetic loser. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karelm 2,913 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 The main character of Her just sounds like a pathetic loser.Did you see the film? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK 3,307 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 It's a great film. Joaquin Phoenix nails it and plays a very endearing character.One of things I especially loved though was the colour palette used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Joey doesn't see films, he just loathes them. Glad you enjoyed it Karelm. American Hustle was not bad, but Her enchanted me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK 3,307 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 American Hustle was a bit disappointing. It's a good film, but it's plot is not as tight as say, Silver Linings Playbook. It's ultimately a film that is carried by very strong performances. Sometimes the it gets a little out of hand, but you can't deny the fun playing on screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 That's a fair assessment. I wasn't really disappointed though because I had no expectations going in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Well to be fair there were so many great movies that summer.But there are never enough great movies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 The best scenes are the ones dealing with paranoia, where the Thing could be anyone.But ... that's true for the remake as well! And it has a bigger cast which means there are more people who could be The Thing ...I just saw two awesome movies - "Her" and "American Hustle". Both had excellent cast, script, direction, acting, and were just good fun. You just saw the two movies that I want to see. That's not fair!But there are never enough great movies!1982 is globally overrated! Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Not for fans of crowdpleasers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Well, I've never been a sheep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 You love 2001 and Blade Runner. Millions of people do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Moreover, loving these or something others happen to like doesn't make one a sheep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 This ain't exactly the Sight & Sound message board either, know what I mean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 You love 2001 and Blade Runner. Millions of people do.2001: ASO and Blade Runner weren't crowd pleasers. In fact, I loved Blade Runner when everybody hated it. Did the tide turn by now? Well, sheep will always follow the shepherd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Lolz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 You love 2001 and Blade Runner. Millions of people do.2001: ASO and Blade Runner weren't crowd pleasers. In fact, I loved Blade Runner when everybody hated it. Did the tide turn by now? Well, sheep will always follow the shepherd. You make me laugh Alex. How can someone who's admitted to watching and enjoying The Voice claim he is not into crowd pleasing entertainment?2001, while initially not understood by critics found an audience very fast. Loving and admiring it certainly doesn't make you stand out from the flock.And even Blade Runner was not nearly as hated as you claim. Already in the late 80's it was considered something of a classic.You seem to think that your slightly more developed taste in films sets you apart from everyone else. But in fact there are loads of people out there like you. To think your tastes are unique is nothing but a load of Asscremers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Often enough (be it 2001, BLADE RUNNER or what have you), the shepherds (read: critics with more refined movie tastes) were the first one to piss vinegar on those movies. That Joe Public, who goes to cinema once a year and is susceptible to much broader marketing flings than seasoned movie veterans should find the truffles on the hamburger menu is not a realistic expectation, to say the least - circulation and lack thereof prevents that just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,333 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 You love 2001 and Blade Runner. Millions of people do.2001: ASO and Blade Runner weren't crowd pleasers. In fact, I loved Blade Runner when everybody hated it. Did the tide turn by now? Well, sheep will always follow the shepherd. You make me laugh Alex. How can someone who's admitted to watching and enjoying The Voice claim he is not into crowd pleasing entertainment?Oh, but I do have a few follies, but that doesn't mean I'm into crowd pleasers like you, Steefass. Meh ... Meh ... Often enough (be it 2001, BLADE RUNNER or what have you), the shepherds (read: critics with more refined movie tastes) were the first one to piss vinegar on those movies. That Joe Public, who goes to cinema once a year and is susceptible to much broader marketing flings than seasoned movie veterans should find the truffles on the hamburger menu is not a realistic expectation, to say the least - circulation and lack thereof prevents that just fine.Actually, critics and audiences expected crowd pleasers so it comes as no surprise that they were mostly disappointed. To put things into perspective, the rerun of E.T. (with CGI and walkie-talkies) made more money than Blade Runner did in 30 years. the shepherds (read: critics with more refined movie tastes) Your words, not mine.Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Yesterday I watched Planet of the Apes and Beneath the Planet of the Apes. In the process of watching the blu ray of Escape from the Planet of the Apes. Jerry's score is very hip and 70ish. To say I dig it would be an understatement. Sal Mineo has such expressive eyes as does Roddy McDowell and the brilliant Kim Hunter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Momma... momma momma momma!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bespin 8,481 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 World War Z.Loved the first half. Unfortunately, the second half is more conventional for a Zombie movie, but in it's whole, it's a good movie.I didn't like the end very much... You know, it's like watching the first two episodes of a TV series and have to wait 2 years to see the 3rd one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Boys Don't Cry (1999)Halfway through this I wasn't caring much about this film. However I felt really unsettled by some of the later developments, even though I knew how it ended.Now I want to see a happy queer film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I will watch Lizzy Borden with Christina Ricci this weekend but I wish I could see the old Elizabeth Montgomery version. Maybe I can Chromecast it.Boys Don't Cry (1999)Halfway through this I wasn't caring much about this film. However I felt really unsettled by some of the later developments, even though I knew how it ended.Now I want to see a happy queer film.Watch Victor Victoria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Won't Wojo object to the term queer?Boys dont cry wasnt about homosexuality even. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 True transgendered has nothing to do with gay. Should not EVER be associated with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glóin the Dark 1,221 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I will watch Lizzy Borden with Christina Ricci this weekendHey, what? She was supposed to coming over to my house... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 She's bringing an Axe btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 True transgendered has nothing to do with gay. Should not EVER be associated with it.Indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romão 2,274 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I will watch Lizzy Borden with Christina Ricci this weekend but I wish I could see the old Elizabeth Montgomery version. Maybe I can Chromecast it.Boys Don't Cry (1999)Halfway through this I wasn't caring much about this film. However I felt really unsettled by some of the later developments, even though I knew how it ended.Now I want to see a happy queer film.Watch Victor Victoria. Or The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. I adore that one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Transamerica is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 The Brothers BloomSimply love the energy and aestheitc behind this film. Great performances, music, editing, costumes, and art direction. One of my favorite prologues too.Silver Linings PlaybookFirst time watching and I really liked it. It has a sense of closeness and human fiber running through it that really helps to make it pop off the screen. Was really impressed with its more grounded story and comedy, as well as the performances. Score/soundtrack is fantastic. Completely misjudged Elfman's work here without hearing it in context. It's short and sparse with literally a singular melodic idea but he nails the tone of it all. Wonder what drew Chris Tucker to this since he retired from acting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 True transgenderedWhat do you mean with "true" and why do you "-ed" at the end? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 By true he means bye bye cock and balls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 has nothing to do with gay. Should not EVER be associated with it.Oh god, I know what you mean. The confusion between gender and sexual/romantic orientation has been one of the dumbest things I've encountered in people while trying to come out. And it's not exactly difficult to understand By true he means bye bye cock and balls.That would be ridiculous. In any case, what does a cis person have to decide whether someone is truly trans or not. It's not for them to decide! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Well perhaps if explained! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filmmusic 1,829 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Not an entire film, but I just watched the Throne Room Scene from Star WArs.Goosebumps again, after so many times!Each time I re-live the first time I saw it!How magnificent films (I'm talking about the original trilogy).And how they ruined it, with the whole franchise that came after that...It's depressing...Each time I am watching those 3 films, I'm trying to forget anything else Star Wars related, and the experience is one of a kind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I had a period of SW obsession around 2007 that I remember fondly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wojo 2,453 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Won't Wojo object to the term queer?No, you spelled it correctly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Sorry, I thought you were our morally conscious politically correct police! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Only on the weekends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Sex=biologyGender=identity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brónach 1,302 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Won't Wojo object to the term queer?No, you spelled it correctly.I've seen as a loan in Castilian as "cuir". Looked like Gaelic. It was weird.Sex=biologyGender=identityMore or less. The different categorizations between each other and how they affect each other are much more fuzzy and complex than many people want to admit, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wojo 2,453 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Sorry, I thought you were our morally conscious politically correct police!Are there any queers in the theater tonight? Get 'em up against the wall. There's one in the spotlight, he don't look right to me. Get him up against the wall. Dixon Hill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 47 RoninToo bad the movie is terrible, because overall it does look like it was expensive to make Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 True transgenderedWhat do you mean with "true" and why do you "-ed" at the end?many confuse trangendered and cross dressers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I only cross-dress when I'm told. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 8,012 Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 The Hunger GamesHey, it's not half bad. Certainly much more interesting that other teen franchises. And involving too. To my surprise, it actually goes somewhere.Karol - who was expecting something much more generic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,528 Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Boys Don't Cry (1999)Halfway through this I wasn't caring much about this film. However I felt really unsettled by some of the later developments, even though I knew how it ended.Now I want to see a happy queer film.Try "Longtime Companion", "Jeffrey", or the "Tales Of The City" TV show. Even "Angels In America" is pretty uplifting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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