What Is The Last Film You Watched? (Older Films)

[Brónach 1,307]

Ah, that too.

Does Cast Away also count as "lost in the wilderness"? Then we got four.

[Quintus 5,492]

Hmm, quite a 'big' theme on that though.

[Brónach 1,307]

We then that no. But then I just remembered one of the other three has been done twice. So maybe four again.

[publicist 4,647]

THE GREY could have used a more up-front score, i thought. There's something about those sweeping vistas which invites more regal scoring, at least to my sensibilities. INTO THE WILD is more of an indie flick, but i remember CRY OF THE WOLF from my humble youth, or even BLACK ROBE or LAST OF THE MOHICANS, all which made good use of orchestral scores.

[Brónach 1,307]

I take back one of my suggestions. The theme is kind of regal.

[Darth Crossfader 600]

And you weren't burdened and distracted by its awfully dated production? I'm impressed

What do you mean exactly with "awfully dated production"?

[JoeinAR 1,953]

And you weren't burdened and distracted by its awfully dated production? I'm impressed

What do you mean exactly with "awfully dated production"?

it means the film looks cheap and old.

[Matt C 482]

Supernova

It's been a long time since I've last seen the film, and it's not as bad as everyone says it is. It's damning with faint praise, but the first 30 minutes is absorbing and truly draws you in. Then when Peter Facinelli's character shows up, the movie falls apart at the seams. It's a shame, really. It goes from a potentially great sci-fi film into made-for-TV SyFy schlock.

The nudity and score were nice, though.

[KK 3,308]

PS: i take back all my badmouthing of THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN. Saw it at a press screening and while i still think it's a cheap rip-off to remake 5-year old movies, Marc Webb actually did the best he could and produced a rather emotional film, which actually works. If this movie was for me, they could cut out all the whizzbang superhero SFX crap and make it a small ensemble film, but alas, that's not going to be.

Horners score works also surprisingly well, while being rather undistinguished in the composer's oeuvre, it goes leaps and bounds above the usual tripe these kinds of movies usually get these days. Horner's theme works better than Elfman's, too.

So is it just bad marketing then? Cause this movie seems to be getting some positive buzz.

[Marian Schedenig 9,348]

Ah, that too.

Does Cast Away also count as "lost in the wilderness"? Then we got four.

The Blair Witch Project.

[publicist 4,647]

PS: i take back all my badmouthing of THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN. Saw it at a press screening and while i still think it's a cheap rip-off to remake 5-year old movies, Marc Webb actually did the best he could and produced a rather emotional film, which actually works. If this movie was for me, they could cut out all the whizzbang superhero SFX crap and make it a small ensemble film, but alas, that's not going to be.

Horners score works also surprisingly well, while being rather undistinguished in the composer's oeuvre, it goes leaps and bounds above the usual tripe these kinds of movies usually get these days. Horner's theme works better than Elfman's, too.

So is it just bad marketing then? Cause this movie seems to be getting some positive buzz.

I don't know how to market such a movie - it IS a cheap ploy, after all, but it was really watchable, and that says a lot coming from me talking about dumb american comic summer tentpoles.

[Koray Savas 2,254]

I thought The Grey was a strong film. The ending was great-

having him safely finding shelter or being rescued would have run contrary to what the entire film was building up to, and it's a great juxtaposition against the beginning; here was a man who was willing to shoot himself in the head when he had every reason of living, and yet was going to fight for his life in the face of certain death. All in I thought it was a very good film about how different people approached death, both in acceptance and rejection of it.

The little scene after the credits was useless though.

There's this thing called spoiler tags. Use 'em.

[Jamie Dutton 7,643]

I watched the new Fright Night and found it suprisingly okay. A lot of the usual sneaking around in the dark, but some really funny awkward scenes with Collin Farrell.

Also. Hangover 2 was on last night. It seemed very bad.

[Hurmm 91]

I thought The Grey was a strong film. The ending was great-

having him safely finding shelter or being rescued would have run contrary to what the entire film was building up to, and it's a great juxtaposition against the beginning; here was a man who was willing to shoot himself in the head when he had every reason of living, and yet was going to fight for his life in the face of certain death. All in I thought it was a very good film about how different people approached death, both in acceptance and rejection of it.

The little scene after the credits was useless though.

There's this thing called spoiler tags. Use 'em.

Oof. Sorry about that. Hope I didn't spoil the film for anyone.

[JoeinAR 1,953]

I thought The Grey was a strong film. The ending was great-

having him safely finding shelter or being rescued would have run contrary to what the entire film was building up to, and it's a great juxtaposition against the beginning; here was a man who was willing to shoot himself in the head when he had every reason of living, and yet was going to fight for his life in the face of certain death. All in I thought it was a very good film about how different people approached death, both in acceptance and rejection of it.

The little scene after the credits was useless though.

There's this thing called spoiler tags. Use 'em.

Oof. Sorry about that. Hope I didn't spoil the film for anyone.

it's ruined, absolutely ruin, life has no meaning

[A24 4,651]

Bravo for the great looking sets but the film really misses good dialog and a better director. There is potential in spades (probably the reason why I kept watching) but Gans' direction leaves much to be desired. Character interaction and adequate storytelling that immerses you into what is happening are almost nonexistent. Great sets alone can't save a movie. 3/10

[KK 3,308]

And Then There Were None (1945)

I liked it, I liked it a lot. A classic who dunnit film thats done well. Take out some of the comedic elements (especially at the very last minute) and I would have loved this to bits. As it is, its a great film.

[Ren 77]

And Then There Were None (1945)

I liked it, I liked it a lot. A classic who dunnit film and I loved it. Take out some of the comedic elements (especially at the very last minute) and I would have loved this to bits. As it is, its a great film.

Hmmm. I love the book but I don't know how much I'd like the movie especially if they have humor interspersed in it. The book does not really have a humorous approach I I remember correctly.

[KK 3,308]

And Then There Were None (1945)

I liked it, I liked it a lot. A classic who dunnit film and I loved it. Take out some of the comedic elements (especially at the very last minute) and I would have loved this to bits. As it is, its a great film.

Hmmm. I love the book but I don't know how much I'd like the movie especially if they have humor interspersed in it. The book does not really have a humorous approach I I remember correctly.

I haven't read the book, but I heard the novel is consistently dark all throughout. I would have preferred it if the film was like that, would have worked to the film's benefit greatly. But the humour here isn't so bad, just small hints here and there. The film still does a great job of maintaining tension and suspense.

I liked the movie for being an enjoyable "who dunnit" film.

[JoeinAR 1,953]

Anyone seen Red Tails, or the 2nd Sherlock Holmes film, I think those will be Redbox experience this weekend?

[Richard P 4,363]

Not that you'll care what I think, but I saw Game of Shadows over Christmas - it had a variety of reactions within my family.

My parents were expecting something more traditional, my brother was bored at how unoriginal the story was, and I absolutely loved it.

If you like the first one and don't mind it focusing on the characters rather than plot (didn't seem to be much of one), you'll probably enjoy it.

[alicebrallice 134]

it had its moments but overall I think it was kind of disappointing... 7.5 on imdb? I don't get that.

but I had extremely high expectations so that might have something to do with it.

[publicist 4,647]

I had to endure SHERLOCK 2 with family over the christmas holidays and it was gut-wrenchingly awful.

Thank god for the Benedict Cumberbatch 'Scandal in Bohemia' episode a few days later - it restored my faith in ACD stories.

[JoeinAR 1,953]

Not that you'll care what I think, but I saw Game of Shadows over Christmas - it had a variety of reactions within my family.

My parents were expecting something more traditional, my brother was bored at how unoriginal the story was, and I absolutely loved it.

If you like the first one and don't mind it focusing on the characters rather than plot (didn't seem to be much of one), you'll probably enjoy it.

the first was an okay movie(2 out of 4 stars), nothing more, it's boxoffice was based off Robert Downey Jr and not Sherlock Holmes.

It had many flaws, sorry Rich but you'll find it no suprise I didn't like the score, but so many did, and I will say it was different, but for me it actually was a put off, at our theatre it was too present, should have been dialed back some, it often overwhelmed the dialog.

I thought its plot was none existant but I like RD and his co-star Law. I'm willing to give it a chance, I like the guy who plays Moriarity. For a buck fifty I won't put great expectations on it. If it bothers me too much I can always put on the Adventures of Sherlock Holmes with Rathbone and the world will be right.

I have heard polar opposite feelings on Red Tails. We'll see how that goes.

[Richard P 4,363]

Not that you'll care what I think, but I saw Game of Shadows over Christmas - it had a variety of reactions within my family.

My parents were expecting something more traditional, my brother was bored at how unoriginal the story was, and I absolutely loved it.

If you like the first one and don't mind it focusing on the characters rather than plot (didn't seem to be much of one), you'll probably enjoy it.

the first was an okay movie(2 out of 4 stars), nothing more, it's boxoffice was based off Robert Downey Jr and not Sherlock Holmes.

It had many flaws, sorry Rich but you'll find it no suprise I didn't like the score, but so many did, and I will say it was different, but for me it actually was a put off, at our theatre it was too present, should have been dialed back some, it often overwhelmed the dialog.

In one of the few times I will agree - I didn't like the score either. A few rhythmic areas here and there I found interesting, but I didn't seek out out on Spotify afterwards.

And yes, it was very loudly mixed.

[Admiral Holdo 16]

I like the main theme - though it's pretty much a riff on Cheyenne from Once Upon A Time In The West (no really... look it up! )

Been thinking of checking it out, with your review I shall do so soon.

[A24 4,651]

Felt like a Pixar movie but with real actors.

[Marian Schedenig 9,348]

Got my replacement Blu-ray of that, but I won't have time to continue watching it for a week or more.

[Jay 40,159]

Felt like a Pixar movie but with real actors.

Can you elaborate on that?

[A24 4,651]

It could've been a Pixar movie if it was animation instead of live action. That's how it felt to me.

Alex - confused by the avatar exchanges.

[Jay 40,159]

Are you serious? Pixar movies are made so kids can enjoy them. They'd be bored to death by Hugo

[A24 4,651]

Hugo is a kids movie. I'm very serious. The characters, the backgrounds ... it screamed Disney/Pixar! Yes, Pixar would've upped the pace a bit and they probably would've thrown in a couple of wild chase scenes but other than that I saw no difference.

BTW, I was a little bit bored by it and I'm no kid.

[Jay 40,159]

Kids don't care about the history of silent films

[BloodBoal 7,541]

Kids don't care about the history of silent films

Neither does Cremers. That doesn't mean he's a kid. Your argument is invalid.

[Brónach 1,307]

I loved silent films as a kid.

[BloodBoal 7,541]

Like I said: I would have bullied you, man!

[Brónach 1,307]

You? Hah.

[BloodBoal 7,541]

Hey, I'm tougher than I look!

[Brónach 1,307]

I'll hang you of your funny pointy ears!

[JoeinAR 1,953]

alex said felt like a Pixar movie but with real actors.

to any normal human being that would be a compliment, except Alex meant it as a bassakward compliment.

[A24 4,651]

I did?

[JoeinAR 1,953]

yes you did!

[Ren 77]

This is the second thread that avatar exchanges have been mentioned.....

[Wojo 2,456]

I don't notice anything out of the ordinary.

[Joni Wiljami 1,212]

Hugo is a kids movie. I'm very serious. The characters, the backgrounds ... it screamed Disney/Pixar! Yes, Pixar would've upped the pace a bit and they probably would've thrown in a couple of wild chase scenes but other than that I saw no difference.

BTW, I was a little bit bored by it and I'm no kid.

Maybe you are?

You of all people, I thought you would like this movie, a homage to a movie making.

Hugo is definitely not a kids movie and easily above any Disney/Pixar movie. But the kids can also enjoy it.

I saw it with my 8, 12 and 14 years kids and only the youngest one got little bit bored. Of course the brilliant 3D helped our big screen experience.

I naturally loved it.

[Admiral Holdo 16]

Ted

This is totally a movie for me. A lot of people are going to dismiss it sight unseen, because of their opinions of MacFarlane's shows (which... eh, I used to be a huge Family Guy fan) but this was great. Really funny, flat-out wrong in places, but the "heart" side was really well-done too. MacFarlane's great when he puts his heart into it, and he certainly did that here.

[King Mark 3,736]

ohh, I gotta see that

[ZackR 102]

Hugo is a kids movie. I'm very serious. The characters, the backgrounds ... it screamed Disney/Pixar! Yes, Pixar would've upped the pace a bit and they probably would've thrown in a couple of wild chase scenes but other than that I saw no difference.

BTW, I was a little bit bored by it and I'm no kid.

It would have been much better if Pixar had made it but I understand what you mean. Also, I loved the atmosphere of this film - very whimsical and nostalgic. It reminded me a bit of Finding Neverlabd in it's feel. I enjoyed watching it but don't plan to revisit it anytime soon.

[KK 3,308]

Well I watched Brave last night but didn't get to say anything till now.

As a stand-alone film, its a decent enjoyable film. Nowhere as near as awful as Cars 2. But this is far too "normal" for a PIxar film. Gone is the extraordinary depth of their films. Gone are the powerful emotional attachments that made their films such great experiences.

What's frustrating is that there is potential to this film. I could have seen Pixar coming up with some really cool experimental fairy-tale like film. But instead we end up with a Disnified "Brother Bear" flick. And the songs are just bloody awful over the film....completely ruins their scenes.

But on a pure visual level, this film was absolutely stunning. Their best looking film yet.

[Matt C 482]

Are you serious? Pixar movies are made so kids can enjoy them. They'd be bored to death by Hugo

Younger kids, maybe. Older ones will love it.