Doesn't he also bang ScarJo in that movie?
Anyway i saw Tetsuo the Ironman (ironically enough) 'cause the talk about Riki Oh, got me in the mood.
Now that i think about it, i never watched the sequels, for some reason.
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Doesn't he also bang ScarJo in that movie?
Anyway i saw Tetsuo the Ironman (ironically enough) 'cause the talk about Riki Oh, got me in the mood.
Now that i think about it, i never watched the sequels, for some reason.
Perhaps the most remarkable thing about Motel Hell isn't that it stood out from the pack back in 1980, when slasher-mania was about to kick in and you wouldn't be able to tell one film from the other, but that even in 2014, it continues to stand out as a true original that while not a masterpiece, certainly exudes an air of high-quality craftsmanship and remarkable creativity. When I saw it years ago on IFC, back when they would actually show films like this and not struggling independent horror films like Aliens and The Exorcist, I was struck by how delightfully odd the entire film was, as it played the wholesomeness of our antagonists completely straight, and while most films would have tried to contrast that with the ugliness of their horrific acts, this film put special emphasis on just how much work and care they put into their crimes with special consideration for the well-being of the victims (and why not, when they have to sell the stuff). Years later, Scream! Factory's recent Blu-ray version of the film opened up my eyes to the other strong points in the film, as it became apparent that Kevin Connor (mainly of the 70s Edgar Rice Burroughs Film Adaptations Starring Doug McClure sub-genre) had a very firm grasp of what he wanted to set out in terms of balancing the black humor with the creepy atmospherics. Less laugh-out loud funny and more of a consistent nervous chuckle, Connor stages moments that could have played out like outright camp and pulls it back just enough in order for the more sinister elements to take hold. He certainly gets a hell of a lot of help from a remarkably game cast, led by the tremendous effort Rory Calhoun turns in as Farmer Vincent, wisely never overplaying his hand by going too far, making Vincent as charismatic as he is insane. It's certainly not a film that will ever be praised for having a story free of blatant contrivance to help move things along, but with what it excels at, it's hard for me to get that worked up about the script faults. With the emphasis on the truly strange trappings and events that occur, along with some great subtle humor that stays with you just as much as those more overt moments do, you'll be thankful that there's not another film like this one out there, too.
sf2fanatic
Member
Step Up All In 3D- I'm a fan of the series and I thought it was good.
Great dancing scenes, music. I was actually jamming along to the music they used for the soundtrack. A little old school and the newer stuff. . I watched it in 3D thinking it be the same as part 3 in effects and I was impressed.
Looks like I'll be spending the end of the summer catching up on some blockbusters I missed. 22 Jump Street is average and too split between being an actual action-comedy and a full-on meta-sequel parody to be an enjoyable version of either. Guardians of the Galaxy is valuably odd and colorful for the kids who are going to grow up watching it and when the team chemistry/comedy finally kicks in (it takes a WHILE) it gets good.
Levinson comparison might get me to finally check this out after a while of family prodding me to.
Death Metalist
Member
Rewatched Planes, Trains and Automobiles.
All i'll say is I fucking miss John Candy. He never fucking fails at putting a smile on my face, wonderful and great fucking movie that works well double billed with the first fucking Vacation movie.
All i'll say is I fucking miss John Candy. He never fucking fails at putting a smile on my face, wonderful and great fucking movie that works well double billed with the first fucking Vacation movie.
Frustrated_Grunt
Member
Really enjoyed The Hunt. Beautifully shot story of a modern-day witch hunt. Every actor was amazing in it. 10/10
Messofanego
Banned
Inbetweeners 2
It's about what I expected. Lots of toilet humour that I didn't care for but it made me giggle quite a few times and if you're into "shitfaced" or rape alarm jokes or have watched the show and can stand it, it's alright. I did love the brilliant panning shot-like-an-ad Jay sexual fantasy intro (getting blown every morning by a different bird) which reminded me of Tom Kuntz's Old Spice ad, and the long shot in the desert with Niel walking off. I only saw this because I was at the cinema with a friend and the other choices were: Transformers, Hercules, Lucy, Expendables 3, Step Up, and The Nut Job :/ The rest were good ones I had already seen.
But then I watch a few episodes of The League that I'm catching up with (season 4: the breastfeeding and paintball/sex marathon ones) and laugh so much more. Laughing so frequently with comedy shows, I sometimes don't get why comedy movies are made. Only get even less than a handful of good-great ones a year (22 Jump Street, Grand Budapest Hotel, LEGO Movie). But otherwise, movies can't usually compete on that laugh frequency. Need all that predictable act and character development bullshit, only few directors do it well.
It's about what I expected. Lots of toilet humour that I didn't care for but it made me giggle quite a few times and if you're into "shitfaced" or rape alarm jokes or have watched the show and can stand it, it's alright. I did love the brilliant panning shot-like-an-ad Jay sexual fantasy intro (getting blown every morning by a different bird) which reminded me of Tom Kuntz's Old Spice ad, and the long shot in the desert with Niel walking off. I only saw this because I was at the cinema with a friend and the other choices were: Transformers, Hercules, Lucy, Expendables 3, Step Up, and The Nut Job :/ The rest were good ones I had already seen.
But then I watch a few episodes of The League that I'm catching up with (season 4: the breastfeeding and paintball/sex marathon ones) and laugh so much more. Laughing so frequently with comedy shows, I sometimes don't get why comedy movies are made. Only get even less than a handful of good-great ones a year (22 Jump Street, Grand Budapest Hotel, LEGO Movie). But otherwise, movies can't usually compete on that laugh frequency. Need all that predictable act and character development bullshit, only few directors do it well.
Messofanego
Banned
No pink eye?
| Praxis |
Banned
Recently watched:
Mud
Take Shelter
Dead Poets Society
First time watching Mud and Take Shelter. Jeff Nichols is one hell of a director.
Mud
Take Shelter
Dead Poets Society
First time watching Mud and Take Shelter. Jeff Nichols is one hell of a director.
He sure is. Shotgun Stories is worth a watch as well, very impressive debut.
Messofanego
Banned
Dead Poets Society
World's Greatest Dad
Yup, and after meeting/chatting with him, he's a really chill dude. Got to even hear what his next movie ideas are at last Sundance London, which sound awesome (1960s biker movie; all-female movie; one with Jessica Chastain).
Shotgun Stories is worth watching, too.
I like his approach:
Serpentine
Banned
I hope those ideas are all for the same movie.
and yeah Shotgun Stories is excellent. I saw Blue Ruin the other day, and it reminded me of that with the rural family feud thing going on. Kind of a bummer but it was good
| Praxis |
Banned
I was planning to watch Shotgun Stories soon. I worked backwards starting with Mud, which in hindsight was a mistake because Take Shelter was pretty intense and I think Mud's charm would've been a good follow up.
I love finding a director who's films just grab you immediately. Really excited to see what he releases next.
I love finding a director who's films just grab you immediately. Really excited to see what he releases next.
Max Armstrong
Member
The Sacrifice - Tarkovsky is just on another level for me, I was speechless. I'm so glad I still have Andrei Rublev to see. What a shame he died so young.
Charles Foster Kane
Rosebud
Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol. I skipped 3 (don't know if I should see it). This one was way better than 2, but I think the first one is still the best. Sometimes it felt like it was trying too hard with the banter and lighthearted bs. 6/10
Death Metalist
Member
MI3 was great especially Philip Seymour Hoffman's performance.
Currently watching many movies where Robin Williams is one of the main characters. Some are new to me, some are rewatchs:
Dead Poet Society: Didn't really like it. I dunno, I just couldn't relate to the pupils. Williams' character really made poetry look interesting tho, but that's the only good thing about it. The movie itself was sometimes a chore to endure, mainly due to the motifs of the main characters. I have never seen such a big group of unmanly and timid virgins. Ever.
Good Will Hunting: I enjoyed it a lot. Saw it a couple of times already, but it's the first time that I watched it in English. Really iconic role. The movie itself doesn't has a really unique story, but it's a nice, enjoyable watch.
Fisher King: Never seen it before, was a legit good movie. Loved both main characters and their acting was top notch. Clearly one of his best - both, acting-wise and in general.
Good Morning Vietnam: Weird movie with a weird pacing. Throughout the movie... nothing happens really lol. Some jokes were okay, but nothing that made me really laugh. Don't see the appeal and praise of the movie.
Angriest Man in Brooklyn: Was close to some tears here; Father <> Son is a weak spot for me (that's why I think Click has one of the saddest scenes in movie history), in particular seeing how events the character goes through align with what happened to Robin himself.
Man of the year: I really liked how they just used Williams' stand up talent and build a story around that. He could do so many routines throughout the movie and some really made me laugh out loud. Underrated movie imo. The setting is interesting and the movie really hits some spots about the weakness of the political system more or less subtle. Story itself and characters weren't top notch, but decent enough. The jokes were really great tho. Would recommend it highly.
The Best of Times: Meh. Uninspired, unfunny and overall pretty boring. One of his weakest imo
Hook: Still love it. One of my all-time favorite Williams' movies. Lots and lots of nostalgia for this flick. Seen it so many times as a kid and every now and then when I grew up. I just love it. Totally biased here.
Bicentennial Man: Saw it a year ago or something for the first time. Didn't like it. Story was crap, acting wasn't very good (tho, that's in the nature of the character I guess). Ending is stupid. Can't recommend it. At all.
Just for the sake of it movies I saw but not very recently:
One Hour Photo: I like him in serious roles. He can do drama pretty well imo. Okay movie. Just nothing special. For a one time watch it's decent.
Mrs. Doubtfire:: Maybe I'll give it a rewatch if I feel like it, but I remember it still pretty well, despite not having seen it for at least 10 years. Still a classic and one of his most iconic roles.
Jack: Typical Williams' movie. He played the role somewhat believable, but the story itself doesn't make for many interesting plots. Also some cringe worthy stuff. You can really see how the writes think "how children behave". The kids and what they do and say doesn't feel natural.
Jumanji: I owned the VHS as a kid and watched it pretty often. Has some nice visuals and I like the setup of the movie. Not a particular ground breaking movie, but it's a pretty nice sunday afternoon flick, suitable for the whole family. I had lots of fun with the movie back in the day.
Patch Adams: A little too goofy imo. Williams' was a bit too much Williams' here, which took its toll on the seriousness of the movie. Should have been a bit more of a drama, than a comedy slice of life. Once it's okay, but I found it to be one of the weaker films during the prime time of his career.
Flubber: Meh.
Still on the "to watch list":
Awakening
Death to Smoochy
Insomnia
Old Dogs
The Big White
The Birdcage
World's Greatest Dad
Did I miss any Williams-movies that are worthwhile or did I cover everything? Any recommendations?
edit:
Also just saw Need For Speed yesterday. What a huge let down. So many "WTF are they doing" moments. Should have focused on races and not this BS of a story. The radio-race-bla concept was just flat out terrible and atrocious and cringe worthy realized. Trailer was pretty epic tho.
Dead Poet Society: Didn't really like it. I dunno, I just couldn't relate to the pupils. Williams' character really made poetry look interesting tho, but that's the only good thing about it. The movie itself was sometimes a chore to endure, mainly due to the motifs of the main characters. I have never seen such a big group of unmanly and timid virgins. Ever.
Good Will Hunting: I enjoyed it a lot. Saw it a couple of times already, but it's the first time that I watched it in English. Really iconic role. The movie itself doesn't has a really unique story, but it's a nice, enjoyable watch.
Fisher King: Never seen it before, was a legit good movie. Loved both main characters and their acting was top notch. Clearly one of his best - both, acting-wise and in general.
Good Morning Vietnam: Weird movie with a weird pacing. Throughout the movie... nothing happens really lol. Some jokes were okay, but nothing that made me really laugh. Don't see the appeal and praise of the movie.
Angriest Man in Brooklyn: Was close to some tears here; Father <> Son is a weak spot for me (that's why I think Click has one of the saddest scenes in movie history), in particular seeing how events the character goes through align with what happened to Robin himself.
Man of the year: I really liked how they just used Williams' stand up talent and build a story around that. He could do so many routines throughout the movie and some really made me laugh out loud. Underrated movie imo. The setting is interesting and the movie really hits some spots about the weakness of the political system more or less subtle. Story itself and characters weren't top notch, but decent enough. The jokes were really great tho. Would recommend it highly.
The Best of Times: Meh. Uninspired, unfunny and overall pretty boring. One of his weakest imo
Hook: Still love it. One of my all-time favorite Williams' movies. Lots and lots of nostalgia for this flick. Seen it so many times as a kid and every now and then when I grew up. I just love it. Totally biased here.
Bicentennial Man: Saw it a year ago or something for the first time. Didn't like it. Story was crap, acting wasn't very good (tho, that's in the nature of the character I guess). Ending is stupid. Can't recommend it. At all.
Just for the sake of it movies I saw but not very recently:
One Hour Photo: I like him in serious roles. He can do drama pretty well imo. Okay movie. Just nothing special. For a one time watch it's decent.
Mrs. Doubtfire:: Maybe I'll give it a rewatch if I feel like it, but I remember it still pretty well, despite not having seen it for at least 10 years. Still a classic and one of his most iconic roles.
Jack: Typical Williams' movie. He played the role somewhat believable, but the story itself doesn't make for many interesting plots. Also some cringe worthy stuff. You can really see how the writes think "how children behave". The kids and what they do and say doesn't feel natural.
Jumanji: I owned the VHS as a kid and watched it pretty often. Has some nice visuals and I like the setup of the movie. Not a particular ground breaking movie, but it's a pretty nice sunday afternoon flick, suitable for the whole family. I had lots of fun with the movie back in the day.
Patch Adams: A little too goofy imo. Williams' was a bit too much Williams' here, which took its toll on the seriousness of the movie. Should have been a bit more of a drama, than a comedy slice of life. Once it's okay, but I found it to be one of the weaker films during the prime time of his career.
Flubber: Meh.
Still on the "to watch list":
Awakening
Death to Smoochy
Insomnia
Old Dogs
The Big White
The Birdcage
World's Greatest Dad
Did I miss any Williams-movies that are worthwhile or did I cover everything? Any recommendations?
edit:
Also just saw Need For Speed yesterday. What a huge let down. So many "WTF are they doing" moments. Should have focused on races and not this BS of a story. The radio-race-bla concept was just flat out terrible and atrocious and cringe worthy realized. Trailer was pretty epic tho.
ThatStupidLion
Member
just watched Boyhood.
neat concept obviously, but overall the movie is pretty flat. Felt like the movie only starts getting good about halfway through. definitely too long of a film as well.
neat concept obviously, but overall the movie is pretty flat. Felt like the movie only starts getting good about halfway through. definitely too long of a film as well.
It's not much more than a cameo, but he figures prominently into one of the big scenes in The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, which is pretty darn good the whole way through, and Williams is a stitch.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
No one should go out of their way to watch Bicentennial Man...
Charles Foster Kane
Rosebud
Thought you loved it.
Frustrated_Grunt
Member
I enjoyed Bicentennial Man. I was a kid when I watched it though.
WarrenMax007
Member
Chinatown (1974): Loved it. Beatifully shot, amazing music, Nicholson is good, interesting plot, great atmosphere.
8/10.
8/10.
Messofanego
Banned
I'll always still appreciate that movie just for introducing me to the concept of
euthanasia
Messofanego
Banned
Rani Mukherjee in the bollywood version of Taken?
Ooh this could be cool.
*watches trailer*
Oh, wasn't expecting that. Was hoping for something more raw from that poster. Still might want to see her be a badass.
Ooh this could be cool.
*watches trailer*
Oh, wasn't expecting that. Was hoping for something more raw from that poster. Still might want to see her be a badass.
Captain America: Winter Soldier
Marvels attempt at their very own version of Dark Knight Lite. For the most part they succeed and I would say this might be the best film they've made so far. The political nature of the film gave it a more grounded tone and felt like it had something to say unlike most of the other Marvel films. The action scenes and the cinematography was also impressive. The Bucky side plot felt a bit rushed and the film kind of loses its way towards the end where it goes for a more traditional action packed climax. Overall a very decent film.
Pi
Very assured and impressive debut film. The Lynchian influenced surrealism adds to the whole bizarreness to make it stand out from you're normal fare.
Marvels attempt at their very own version of Dark Knight Lite. For the most part they succeed and I would say this might be the best film they've made so far. The political nature of the film gave it a more grounded tone and felt like it had something to say unlike most of the other Marvel films. The action scenes and the cinematography was also impressive. The Bucky side plot felt a bit rushed and the film kind of loses its way towards the end where it goes for a more traditional action packed climax. Overall a very decent film.
Pi
Very assured and impressive debut film. The Lynchian influenced surrealism adds to the whole bizarreness to make it stand out from you're normal fare.
Haven't watched this but just saw the trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41B1ppXA4kc
White Bird in a Blizzard.
Wasn't interested but now I want to see it because I think I've guessed the 'twist' from the trailer. Might be completely wrong but I kinda want to find out now. What I think:
. Or maybe that's too obvious?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41B1ppXA4kc
White Bird in a Blizzard.
Wasn't interested but now I want to see it because I think I've guessed the 'twist' from the trailer. Might be completely wrong but I kinda want to find out now. What I think:
Husband killed the wife???
Buckethead
Banned
Adult World
I was embarrassed watching it. Emma Roberts did a good job being a immature, delusional fangirl but that doesn't mean it was enjoyable or redeemable.
I was embarrassed watching it. Emma Roberts did a good job being a immature, delusional fangirl but that doesn't mean it was enjoyable or redeemable.
Palo Alto
Actually liked it. There's definitely stuff to improve and the source material could be better, but it does a good job portraying high school pragmatism with interesting direction and good photography and soundtrack. And hey Buckethead, Emma Roberts did a good job here too being a high school shy girl!
Actually liked it. There's definitely stuff to improve and the source material could be better, but it does a good job portraying high school pragmatism with interesting direction and good photography and soundtrack. And hey Buckethead, Emma Roberts did a good job here too being a high school shy girl!
Scanners
I couldn't really get into it that much, probably because of Stephen Lacks performance.
I enjoyed the story and Michael Ironside is great in it but every time Stephen Lack opened his mouth I felt like my head was going to explode.
Now I'm wishing Criterion would have got the rights to The Brood instead.
I couldn't really get into it that much, probably because of Stephen Lacks performance.
I enjoyed the story and Michael Ironside is great in it but every time Stephen Lack opened his mouth I felt like my head was going to explode.
Now I'm wishing Criterion would have got the rights to The Brood instead.
They, umm, do have the rights to that one.
I got into a bit of a debate about Stephen Lack's performance with a co-worker, and I managed to convince him that in the context of the film, it actually makes a lot of sense for him to be this utterly disengaged husk of a human being, as the plot revelations as to how long he's actually been out in the general populace support that idea. It's a performance that definitely doesn't hold up under scrutiny if you isolate it from everything else (pun not intended), but in the context of the story, it makes perfect sense why he's like that, and given Lack's frustrations with having to perform exactly like that, it's also exactly what Cronenberg wanted.
Now, I will say that the film is hurt by that revelation being tucked in with around fifty other revelations, which goes back the the production issues with Cronenberg having to shoot the film as quickly as possible, which meant ideas like that having to be ridiculously pared down and tossed into a situation just like that.
There are so many good performances and scenes in the Master but I didn't really like the ending. It kind of ended where it began but I guess that was to show how pointless and wasteful the journey was? That ballroom scene had me gasping for air like Sonic the Hedgehog in Labyrinth Zone. I like the processing scene where he couldn't blink also. I was totally captivated, sitting there like "okay Phillip I'll try not to blink too".
The Battered Bastards of Baseball was super interesting on how the only independent team in the league managed to revitalize a whole city. It sucks that Bing Russell couldn't outright tell PCL to take that badge and shove it up their ass. But at least he got a good payoff. The "where are they now" captions were crazy. Reggie Thomas going AWOL and Frank Peters well... let's just say he was a true bastard.
I rewatched Mean Creek with Josh Peck's crazy ass. That son of a bitch was brutal but I never really understood why if you're on a boat and you know your ass can't swim.. why are you going to antagonize a bunch of people that just told your ass they don't like you, to an extreme degree in fact. I would've been like, "OK well that's some shit you guys." And sat down, ate my sandwiches and sat there until we reached shore again. But obviously he was dealing with some mental issues. Carly (OMG my sexist autocorrect changing Carly to Carl) Shcroeder gave a tour de force performance. "Wake up wake up wake UP!" had me sobbing gently. And that poor slug representing her innocence.
The Battered Bastards of Baseball was super interesting on how the only independent team in the league managed to revitalize a whole city. It sucks that Bing Russell couldn't outright tell PCL to take that badge and shove it up their ass. But at least he got a good payoff. The "where are they now" captions were crazy. Reggie Thomas going AWOL and Frank Peters well... let's just say he was a true bastard.
I rewatched Mean Creek with Josh Peck's crazy ass. That son of a bitch was brutal but I never really understood why if you're on a boat and you know your ass can't swim.. why are you going to antagonize a bunch of people that just told your ass they don't like you, to an extreme degree in fact. I would've been like, "OK well that's some shit you guys." And sat down, ate my sandwiches and sat there until we reached shore again. But obviously he was dealing with some mental issues. Carly (OMG my sexist autocorrect changing Carly to Carl) Shcroeder gave a tour de force performance. "Wake up wake up wake UP!" had me sobbing gently. And that poor slug representing her innocence.
John Dunbar
correct about everything
The Change-Up: Not as terrible as I expected, but still, it was just there. By the numbers and boring.
My Dinner With Andre: Not sure what to think, really. It's really the kind of movie you have to be in the right mood for, but you won't know what that mood is until you've watched it for the first time. I can see myself rewatching this over the years, but I can also completely understand if somebody would just think it's boring and that Andre is a pompous ass.
Embarrassing movie confession time: for years I thought this movie was a dinner between Wallace Shawn and Andre the Giant, and that's how they ended up in The Princess Bride. I didn't go into the movie thinking that, since I've known it was a different Andre for a long time now, but it was kind of a silly misconception to have.
My Dinner With Andre: Not sure what to think, really. It's really the kind of movie you have to be in the right mood for, but you won't know what that mood is until you've watched it for the first time. I can see myself rewatching this over the years, but I can also completely understand if somebody would just think it's boring and that Andre is a pompous ass.
Embarrassing movie confession time: for years I thought this movie was a dinner between Wallace Shawn and Andre the Giant, and that's how they ended up in The Princess Bride. I didn't go into the movie thinking that, since I've known it was a different Andre for a long time now, but it was kind of a silly misconception to have.
Frustrated_Grunt
Member
Kill Your Darlings was pretty average. Daniel Radcliffe and Dane Dehaan put on fine performances, but the film felt like it was trying too hard on portraying the poets in an interesting way. 5/10
hardcastlemccormick
Banned
Stuff I've seen in the past two weeks:
Guardians of the Galaxy - As much as I'm a fan of space adventures, this movie missed me. It felt so carefully constructed; I could practically hear parts of it saying "Make gifs of me! Ship me please! Fan art!" Good action, good performances, a few parts that clunked around too much for me but on retrospect are perfectly inoffensive. Maybe I was just having a bad day.
The Amazing Spider-man 2 - I like seeing Dane Dehaan make a career after Chronicle. Too bad he got stuck with this shit. Spiderman spits out snark like Gex (and it's just as not-funny), character motivations are faulty and barely acknowledged, and the CGI looked bad a lot of the time. The only redemption this film has is the romance scenes, which are beautiful and believable, and the two Electro action scenes, which have shitty writing but awesome shooting and pizazz.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier - Mission Impossible with a sprinkling of The Matrix, at least for the first two acts. Really great stuff, clever and unpredictable. Then the movie goes full-on Marvel stupid by the end, dropping any pretense of tension, and I stopped caring.
Eyes Wide Shut - An utterly unique and occasionally breathtaking vision of a single night of New York sexual deviance, followed by heaps of tension and mystery. It's been a long time since I've been as captivated by a movie as the ritual scenes. Slow pacing that doesn't put you to sleep.
Coherence - The sort of low-budget clever sci-fi I want to see more of. Genuine, with well-earned twists and a compelling, electric, organic quality that few movies manage. Maybe too much of the people talking over each other.
Guardians of the Galaxy - As much as I'm a fan of space adventures, this movie missed me. It felt so carefully constructed; I could practically hear parts of it saying "Make gifs of me! Ship me please! Fan art!" Good action, good performances, a few parts that clunked around too much for me but on retrospect are perfectly inoffensive. Maybe I was just having a bad day.
The Amazing Spider-man 2 - I like seeing Dane Dehaan make a career after Chronicle. Too bad he got stuck with this shit. Spiderman spits out snark like Gex (and it's just as not-funny), character motivations are faulty and barely acknowledged, and the CGI looked bad a lot of the time. The only redemption this film has is the romance scenes, which are beautiful and believable, and the two Electro action scenes, which have shitty writing but awesome shooting and pizazz.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier - Mission Impossible with a sprinkling of The Matrix, at least for the first two acts. Really great stuff, clever and unpredictable. Then the movie goes full-on Marvel stupid by the end, dropping any pretense of tension, and I stopped caring.
Eyes Wide Shut - An utterly unique and occasionally breathtaking vision of a single night of New York sexual deviance, followed by heaps of tension and mystery. It's been a long time since I've been as captivated by a movie as the ritual scenes. Slow pacing that doesn't put you to sleep.
Coherence - The sort of low-budget clever sci-fi I want to see more of. Genuine, with well-earned twists and a compelling, electric, organic quality that few movies manage. Maybe too much of the people talking over each other.
....
Silver linings playbook. Found it on my On Demand and decided to give it a go. I'm not sure I understood the purpose of this movie. Not sure why Lawrence won as best lead when she clearly wasn't. Bradley Cooper, anyway, was tremendous, a killer performance, he should have won instead of her
found the movie meh.
Frustrated_Grunt
Member
Woops!
Guardians Of The Galaxy
Much better than i expected and better than any other Marvel Studios movie. I think it has to do a lot with it that pretty much all of the movie story is not on earth. Funny and never boring, good paced. Visuals are great and colorful, really like space stuff from Marvel.
It has also serious moments which is a plus. Sometimes they were good (Groot stuff) and sometimes couldn`t take them serious or they were not handled as good as they could have been (Star Lord).
On the negative side, Star Lord being so funny felt forced to me, he was weakest of the group and Drax being funniest. Action... well it was typical Marvel Studio, meaning very lite. Ending action set piece was just "reskined" stuff from The Avengers, Winter Soldier, and many other non marvel movies. DAT holywood formula, with some city destruction porn included. :/
Overall very fun and enjoyable movie (especially first half), showing beautiful Marvel not-earth stuff universe and a lot very different and interesting characters. Highly recommended.
8/10
Much better than i expected and better than any other Marvel Studios movie. I think it has to do a lot with it that pretty much all of the movie story is not on earth. Funny and never boring, good paced. Visuals are great and colorful, really like space stuff from Marvel.
It has also serious moments which is a plus. Sometimes they were good (Groot stuff) and sometimes couldn`t take them serious or they were not handled as good as they could have been (Star Lord).
On the negative side, Star Lord being so funny felt forced to me, he was weakest of the group and Drax being funniest. Action... well it was typical Marvel Studio, meaning very lite. Ending action set piece was just "reskined" stuff from The Avengers, Winter Soldier, and many other non marvel movies. DAT holywood formula, with some city destruction porn included. :/
Overall very fun and enjoyable movie (especially first half), showing beautiful Marvel not-earth stuff universe and a lot very different and interesting characters. Highly recommended.
8/10
My Lucky Stars it was pretty good, did to find the others from the series. Sammo worst haircut of the 80s.
Rewatched Godzilla (2014) just reminds me how awesome this was at the cinema on the huge screen with good sound. Still of my top favourites from the year, and best "blockbuster" i've seen in years. Dying for the sequel!
Rewatched Godzilla (2014) just reminds me how awesome this was at the cinema on the huge screen with good sound. Still of my top favourites from the year, and best "blockbuster" i've seen in years. Dying for the sequel!
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Watched Jeff Nichols Shotgun Stories.
Really beautiful film, but very sombre. Brilliantly acted and directed (after watching his other two films this came as no surprise). Can't wait to watch his fourth film next year. He really is a director to watch in the future and he's already in my top ten.
Really beautiful film, but very sombre. Brilliantly acted and directed (after watching his other two films this came as no surprise). Can't wait to watch his fourth film next year. He really is a director to watch in the future and he's already in my top ten.
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I guess you could say his performance Lacks conviction.
I thought Scanners was meh but I thought The Brood was a lot worse.
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