A24 4,331 Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 True! Body wise, I go for Padme, any day of the week and twice on Sunday. Face wise too, BTW. Unlucky Bastard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruesome Son of a Bitch 6,488 Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 My favorite Natalie scene is in Goya's Ghosts when she's tortured naked. Did anyone happen to notice recently that Natalie and Kira both appeared in separate awkward sexist TV ads for perfume? It was weird and confusing because they look exactly the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,054 Posted January 10, 2018 Share Posted January 10, 2018 @Alexcremers Is that a dress or a carpet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 11, 2018 Share Posted January 11, 2018 Rudy - 8.5 / 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,331 Posted January 11, 2018 Share Posted January 11, 2018 10 hours ago, Jurassic Shark said: @Alexcremers Is that a dress or a carpet? A dress. Jurassic Shark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeping Strings 2,352 Posted January 11, 2018 Share Posted January 11, 2018 On 09/01/2018 at 10:43 PM, Richard said: Ok, Sweep, each to their own For me, coming as it did so soon after EXCALIBUR (which btw, I love) ROS tried to be all mystical, and ethereal. To me, Robin Hood is all boys' own, rip-roaring adventure, and not smokey, backlit Arthurian legend lite. Do you agree that the Crowe version can fuck off? First thing that springs to mind about the Crowe one was him storming out of an interview to promote it when the interviewer pointed out that his accent in it wandered all over the place. It was OK; main problem with it now is that it's an 'origin' movie which ends with unresolved story strands, which is clearly never going to have a follow-up to it made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 11, 2018 Share Posted January 11, 2018 JFK - 9 / 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,342 Posted January 12, 2018 Share Posted January 12, 2018 You've Got Mail. It took me 20 minutes before I started liking it, but once that had happened, it all went really fast. So many things could have gone wrong, but they didn't. I particularly liked the scene in which Meg Ryan pretends to have a cold and Tom Hanks was just great. My only negative remark is this: the movie needs more (and a better) score and less songs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,514 Posted January 12, 2018 Share Posted January 12, 2018 For that, bolle, you need to watch THE SHOP AROUND THE CORNER. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Maze Runner - 6 / 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 You watch a lot of moviesl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 And he offers no insight about them! bollemanneke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Are Archer's only posts here scores he gives movies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 That would be awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Bullets or Ballots Something about Bogie that I just don't buy him as a baddie. Probably because for years the only flicks I'd seen him in were Casablanca, The Maltise Falcon and The Big Sleep. But he's an effective foil for Edward G. Robinson, an undercover cop bent on fighting Bogie's racketeering operation. Or is he? You're second-guessing him a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,514 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 15 hours ago, Fancyarcher said: Maze Runner - 6 / 10 A review of Fancyarcher's review: He did a good job of describing the film, but I felt that Fancyarcher didn't draw us in, by failing to mention the philosophical, bordering on the existential, elements, of the film. The children's almost pathological loneliness which constitutes the heart of the subject matter which is so successful to understanding their plight, is not discussed. 3/10 must do better. Unlucky Bastard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glóin the Dark 1,220 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 26 minutes ago, Richard said: A review of Fancyarcher's review: He did a good job of describing the film, but I felt that Fancyarcher didn't draw us in, by failing to mention the philosophical, bordering on the existential, elements, of the film. The children's almost pathological loneliness which constitutes the heart of the subject matter which is so successful to understanding their plight, is not discussed. 3/10 must do better. A review of Richard's review: In the first half of his work, the writer has persuasively established that the review under consideration gives an accurate but incomplete description of the film Maze Runner. Unfortunately, his second sentence poses a high risk of intracerebral haemorrhage in the reader. The construction of a syntactic labyrinth in a review of a review of a film relating to mazes was certainly an audacious move, but the experience can be recommended only to the most seasoned and adventurous of meta-review connoisseurs. 8/13: inspired but difficult. Naïve Old Fart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 51 minutes ago, Richard said: A review of Fancyarcher's review: He did a good job of describing the film, but I felt that Fancyarcher didn't draw us in, by failing to mention the philosophical, bordering on the existential, elements, of the film. The children's almost pathological loneliness which constitutes the heart of the subject matter which is so successful to understanding their plight, is not discussed. 3/10 must do better. My review of this post - Could stand to lose at least 20 words. Not enough "pows" either - 5 / 10. Also my review of Molly's Game (I type these reviews for a living) https://dailyuv.com/feed/939089?location=norwich-vt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,514 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Really, Fancy? You write reviews for a living, and the best you can come up with "6/10"? What do you write for, Fractions Weekly? Unlucky Bastard and Jurassic Shark 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1Ø66 4,711 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Last forum I visited: JWFan.com 3/10 Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,514 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Now yer gettin' nasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1Ø66 4,711 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Well where else can I find Williams fans so close to my own level? Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wojo 2,453 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Try the local sewer. Not Mr. Big and Dixon Hill 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Please, sit down before you fall down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1Ø66 4,711 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 11 minutes ago, Woj said: Try the local sewer. Already been to FSM. Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,054 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 1 minute ago, Nick1066 said: Already been to FSM. No need to overdo it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 2 hours ago, Richard said: Really, Fancy? You write reviews for a living, and the best you can come up with "6/10"? What do you write for, Fractions Weekly? Shortesthalfreviews.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bollemanneke 3,342 Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Life is Beautiful. During the first 20 minutes, I was considering turning it off because the rather stupid romance really wasn't my thing at all. Also, I found Guido an incredibly annoying character and am still wondering why no one throughout the whole film asked him once to just shut up for one minute. The second half, however, was much better and of course deeply moving. I doubt I'll ever watch it again and of course it only increased my disgust for the German language, as far as that was still possible... I also don't understand why they had to dub this film in English and give the characters stupid Italian accents. If you're not going to have them speak normal English, why not just subtitle the Italian version? The score was rather interesting. The first half was quite repetitive, but the second half was better and, most surprisingly, the simple themes supplied all the emotion that was required. Jurassic Shark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1Ø66 4,711 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 Gladiator (2000). I still think it holds up beautifully all these years later, and it probably has one of my favourite opening scenes in cinema history. That battle is epic, wonderfully atmospheric and still looks great today (and for the most part they nail the armour and legion battle tactics of the era). Crowe is a true movie star in the role and perfectly cast. And of course Zimmer nails the now famous score. On the other hand, I remember being quite disappointed with the end of the film the first time I saw it, and I still feel a little of that disappointment every time I watch. I remember wanting to see Maximus return to Rome with his army and have a big, epic battle. Of course, THAT's something that never happened...but it's not as if most of the rest of the film is exactly historically accurate either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wojo 2,453 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 I like you, Nick. I shall cheer for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 As for you... you will provide me with an heir of pure blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quintus 5,399 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 Historical accuracy could easily have made a marvelously entertaining peplum movie far less juicy. Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,514 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 It's all shadows and dust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 46 minutes ago, Richard said: It's all shadows and dust. I remember years ago thinking he said "that is enough". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted January 14, 2018 Share Posted January 14, 2018 2 hours ago, Quintus said: Historical accuracy could easily have made a marvelously entertaining peplum movie far less juicy. Historical accuracy is so boring. Not Mr. Big 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 The Circle - Gets kinda interesting near the end, but for the most part it's a bit of a bore. Also it's not as clever as thinks it is. - 4.5 / 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 Panic Room - Pretty tense thriller with some good performances. Probably Fincher's worse, sans Alien3 of course, but I enjoyed it. - 7 / 10 1977 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 Panic Room is great. It desperately needs a blu-ray release. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 Blown Away God that bomb squad was hopeless without Jeff Bridges. Probably one of the stupidest, goofiest action movies ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 6 hours ago, Koray Savas said: Panic Room is great. It desperately needs a blu-ray release. I'm surprised it's not on blu-ray already. It seems like one of those films that would look great in high def. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,331 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 7/10 sounds about right for Panic Room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 Ah 2002, I saw 13 movies at the cinema that year. 1997 still holds the record at 16 movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 2 hours ago, Fancyarcher said: I'm surprised it's not on blu-ray already. It seems like one of those films that would look great in high def. Twilight Time announced they were releasing it, but that was years ago and there haven’t been any updates since. I’m hoping Criterion or someone else snags the license and does it proper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,331 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 An okay 6/10 movie. Very old-fashioned. They don't make 'm like this anymore. The score even features woodwinds! And Star Wars fanatics should be pleased with the presence of Oscar Isaac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurassic Shark 12,054 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 I wonder if Poe will split up the relationship of Rey and Finn... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naïve Old Fart 9,514 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 It's quite obvious that Poe will end up with Rey - but not before she's committed (unknowing) incest with Kylo Ren - and Finn will do the horizontal mambo with Rose. 2 hours ago, Alexcremers said: An okay 6/10 movie. Very old-fashioned. They don't make 'm like this anymore. The score even features woodwinds! And Star Wars fanatics should be pleased with the presence of Oscar Isaac. Yes, I quite liked this when I saw it. Probably because of its middle-eastern locales, but this reminded me of THE SHELTERING SKY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 12 hours ago, Koray Savas said: Twilight Time announced they were releasing it, but that was years ago and there haven’t been any updates since. I’m hoping Criterion or someone else snags the license and does it proper. Criterion probably won't pick up the title. If it does get released on blu-ray, it'll probably be from a lesser company I'm assuming.I'm really just surprised it hasn't been released yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 The Lives of Others - 8 / 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 6 hours ago, Fancyarcher said: Criterion probably won't pick up the title. If it does get released on blu-ray, it'll probably be from a lesser company I'm assuming.I'm really just surprised it hasn't been released yet. Why do you say that? Criterion has released Fincher’s The Game and The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fancyarcher 350 Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 The Place Beyond The Pines - 7 / 10 1 hour ago, Koray Savas said: Why do you say that? Criterion has released Fincher’s The Game and The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button. Just doesn't seem like the kind of film they'd release. Still if they did Benjamin Button (forget about that), it's certainly possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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