Wojo 2,453 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I watched it with a coworker who didn't hate it. I don't know if I hate it or not. But to this guy, there are only three Alien movies, as he disregards the existence of Resurrection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Broughton's song isn't terrible...I wonder why the backlash. Poor guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbellamy 6,287 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I like Armond White's summation.May be the first time I've seen THAT phrase! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Bruce Broughton's song isn't necessarily bad, it's just really, really bland. It doesn't help that the movie looks extremely offensive. Arcade Fire's Her appears to be this year's The Social Network. Interpret that as you will because people either love it or hate it. I happen to be in the "hate it" camp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I don't think that's an accurate analogy. I don't see what the fuss is. It doesn't have the electronic fervor of Reznor and Ross to piss off the orchestral elitists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK 3,307 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Apparently the film is offensive, specifically with the portrayals of the Indians I think. Broughton's song has a beautiful melody, but the whole indie vibe of it really doesn't help it's case for those who think the film isn't worth mentioning at the Oscars.I believe Broughton has wanted an Oscar for a long time now, its a shame he never got that chance. Here's hoping he might this year.I don't think that's an accurate analogy. I don't see what the fuss is. It doesn't have the electronic fervor of Reznor and Ross to piss off the orchestral elitists.Well Koray, I thought TSN was a bad score. But I don't mind Her. The minimalistic score works in film. Its definitely top 10 material, but since was that a qualification to get an Oscar? Its not a bad score, but it doesn't really deserve its nomination either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I like Armond White's summation.May be the first time I've seen THAT phrase!Then clearly you haven't read my posts -- he's my go-to critic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Apparently the film is offensive, specifically with the portrayals of the Indians I think. Broughton's song has a beautiful melody, but the whole indie vibe of it really doesn't help it's case for those who think the film isn't worth mentioning at the Oscars.I believe Broughton has wanted an Oscar for a long time now, its a shame he never got that chance. Here's hoping he might this year.I don't think that's an accurate analogy. I don't see what the fuss is. It doesn't have the electronic fervor of Reznor and Ross to piss off the orchestral elitists.Well Koray, I thought TSN was a bad score. But I don't mind Her. The minimalistic score works in film. Its definitely top 10 material, but since was that a qualification to get an Oscar? Its not a bad score, but it doesn't really deserve its nomination either.Well he's head of the Academy's music branch. He can vote for himself!My point regarding Her is that it's nothing like The Social Network aside from the fact that both happen to be written by non-film composer(s). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Yeah, being non-film composers shouldn't immediately turn people off or discredit what they've done.However, Her is far superior to the tinkering and tinkling of The Social Network. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 It still really reminds me of The Social Network. It's the stale piano solo that's giving it that vibe for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK 3,307 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Yeah, being non-film composers shouldn't immediately turn people off or discredit what they've done.Well let's not be so quick to judge here. Last time I checked, most of JWFan really enjoyed Tron Legacy.However, Her is far superior to the tinkering and tinkling of The Social Network.Yeah, but that doesn't say much. Not Her is terrible or anything, but its not great either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Yeah, being non-film composers shouldn't immediately turn people off or discredit what they've done.Well let's not be so quick to judge here. Last time I checked, most of JWFan really enjoyed Tron Legacy.Just speaking generally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Yeah, being non-film composers shouldn't immediately turn people off or discredit what they've done.Well let's not be so quick to judge here. Last time I checked, most of JWFan really enjoyed Tron Legacy.The stuff Daft Punk clearly had a hand in - not Joseph Trapanese's mind-numbing string ostinati. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Mr. Big 4,639 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 My problem with Her (from what I've heard) isn't that it's too "radical" or "innovative". It just sounds really bland to me. But then again, I haven't heard the full score and my opinion might change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Outlands is not bad, thanks to the more-complex-than-you'd-expect harmonies.Yeah, being non-film composers shouldn't immediately turn people off or discredit what they've done.Well let's not be so quick to judge here. Last time I checked, most of JWFan really enjoyed Tron Legacy.The stuff Daft Punk clearly had a hand in - not Joseph Trapanese's mind-numbing string ostinati. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Outlands is not bad, thanks to the more-complex-than-you'd-expect harmonies.The harmonies aren't that interesting in themselves, only the modulations - although I do like the bit from 2:07-20 where it finally explodes in a quasi-moto perpetuo. Same it's so short. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Yeah, nicely orchestrated climax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Yeah, being non-film composers shouldn't immediately turn people off or discredit what they've done.However, Her is far superior to the tinkering and tinkling of The Social Network.Strongly disagree, but to each their own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixon Hill 4,234 Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 I'll tell you why. Her feels much more unified, even if it's maybe a bit one note. The Social Network, for me, just sounds like Reznor was wanking around with a few different keyboards' presets. No real coherence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Well, he was tinkering with more than presets. For example, he got microtonal clusters by detuning the 8 oscillators of an instrument called the Swarmatron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 I'll tell you why. Her feels much more unified, even if it's maybe a bit one note. The Social Network, for me, just sounds like Reznor was wanking around with a few different keyboards' presets. No real coherence.Both scores feel unified to me. I'm not sure about the scoring process on Her, but for The Social Network Fincher did most of the spotting. I think the score and picture are excellent and work brilliantly with each other. There, the music elevated the images. I never got that with Her. Like I said before, the score is pleasant and serviceable, but nothing remarkable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Prometheus is a disappointment but the production process is very interesting, as chronicled in the 3D BD exclusive feature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filmmusic 1,829 Posted January 19, 2014 Author Share Posted January 19, 2014 By the way, I just read the Critic's Choice Award for best score went to....GRAVITY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkgyver 1,645 Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 So, another bunch of people that can be chalked up to the "insane" category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkissimo 1,973 Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 Physician, heal thyself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,782 Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 It has a certain pull, that score. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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