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Movies
Yeah, so I saw a lot of movies this weekend.
Elizabeth: The Golden Age - Mediocre, at best. Slow and dragged on. Shorten it to 2 hours and it's golden. It's not, so it fails. Michael Clayton - Amazing. Everything about it is awesome. However, it's VERY complex and mind bending. You have to think, so be prepared. I still feel like I'm missing key details of exactly what happened. Gotta see it again. Across the Universe - Perfect is one word that comes to mind. It just works. And, contrary to many people I bet, the movie is best viewed sober. Trust me. |
I also saw and really liked Michael Clayton. But I have a question...
Spoiler warning: What did you think about Marty, the head of the law firm? Do you think he was a bad guy - maybe wanted Clayton and Arthur dead? There's no real indication that he is bad. In fact, there's more examples of him liking Clayton, saying how important he is to the firm, loaning him money. But something was said in that final conversation between Clayton and Karen, in which she brought up Marty, and Clayton said something like "Good, I hope you do tell Marty." And you know he was panicked when he discovered Arthur's plans, and couldn't take being sued by U-North. It just makes me wonder. I could be totally wrong, and it doesn't seem to matter to the plot really anyway. End of spoiler. Very solid acting, fine cinematography and very intelligent script. |
I saw We Own The Night. It was slightly disappointing, but I enjoyed it. Robert Duvall is great.
Next I want to see Eastern Promises. There isn't anything else good out there right. Elizabeth looked good, but the reviews killed it. |
I finally saw Superbad, and it was.
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And I just caught Into the Wild.
Man, what a powerful movie. Should be the movie, so far, to beat for Best Picture. And Emile should be nominated for Best Actor. Hell of a performance. |
I dedicated a thread to it last weekend, but again, as a public service, let me advise anybody that missed it that The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Bob Ford is GOD fuckING AWFUL.
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Just saw two more rentals:
25th Hour - I loved it. Perhaps the movie with the most real characters I've seen. The Number 23 - Horrible. As I knew. OMG, 5-2 in "25th Hour" is 3. AHHHHH! Hopefully, I'll report on American Gangster tomorrow. |
If you like humor-horror, check out "Black Sheep" :)
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Eastern Promises
was super! Rent it soon.
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Christmas night I went to a Red Box machine and rented 'The Kingdom'. I returned it yesterday and was going to get 'Eastern Promises' but it was out of stock and I didn't feel like giving Blockbuster $4.50 since I dropped my online membership.
We have five Red Box machines within two miles of my house and I checked inventory online and they only stocked 'Eastern Promises' at three of the machines. Red Box is a company that puts $1 rental machines all around Maryland, I'm not sure what other states have them, but I just read they now have 6,000 machines because they surpassed Blockbuster in locations. They are owned by McDonalds which explains why they have machines at every restaurant in our area, and they are putting a hurt on the blockbuster a block from my house. 'The Kingdom' stars Jamie Foxx, Jennifer Garner, Chris Cooper and Jason Bateman. It's like CSI meets Jarhead, in the first 90 minutes I'd give it 6.5 Stars, but the last 30 minutes includes a shootout and chase that made me up the rating to an 8.0 and worth seeing. |
I didn't like Eastern Promises that much, or I was just hoping for a lot more than what it offered. All of the good parts were captured in the preview...other than the bath house kick-boxing scene which I'd rather forget =P
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Rescue Dawn.
I was impressed, it was good. Superbad RENT IT IMMEDIATLY 28 Weeks Later I liked it. Planet Terror/Death Proof Wow, there is a lot of talking. Chase scene in Death Proof is awesome. Too bad you have to listen to a bunch of bitches blabbering the whole movie to get there. |
I saw 3:10 to Yuma on Christmas, and it's probably my favorite of the year.
http://imdb.com/title/tt0381849/ |
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I love a well made modern western. They're rare. |
Watched National Treasure 2 tonight.
It is dumb. I mean really dumb. But I knew that going in, so I didn't give a shit. As Dennis Green might say, it was what I thought it was. :D Mindless, ridiculous fun, just like the last one. |
I just saw Planet Terror. Good guy movie I guess.
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Speaking of Quantrill's boys, though, did I mention that I stopped by the grave of Cole Younger in Lee's Summit the day of the KU/MU game and gave him a quick salute for luck? I think I'll do that next year, too. :) |
i just watched the kingdom and mr. brooks.
the kingdom kciked aboslute ass. mr. brooks was enjoyable, too. |
Michael Clayton = Phenomonal
I Am Legend = Kinda shitty (older movie) Meet Joe Black = A God Damned work of art. Absolutely stunning movie. Some people might find it boring though as it's a pretty long, character driven movie. But after seeing it for the second time, I'm sold. Rescue Dawn = Decent flick, great acting. We Own the Night = Not very good Alien Vs Predator Req = Not nearly as bad as the first AvP. Brutal movie, as it should be. Enchanted = Cute. Could have been funnier if it had catered more to adults like Shrek and some of the other more recent kids movies. The Mist = Surprisingly good. Lions for Lambs = Obviously a one sided debate, but a good film with some great actors. Streep is basically an acting god. American Gangster = Has its moments. Good film, but the genre is getting old for me. The last 20 minutes of the film seems rushed and forced. Lars and Real Girl = Undeniably one of the best films of the year. It's this years' Little Miss Sunshine. Good Luck Chuck = Not enough Alba in it to justify putting up with it. Plenty of sex and TnA, but basically a paint by number comedy that isn't funny. 3:10 To Yuma = Very good. I'm starting to think Bale is the next Norton. Everything he touches is gold. Superbad = I laughed all the way through it. Very sophomoric and stupid, but given the right time and place, it's very fun... McLovin... That's awesome. |
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i watched killers kiss,lolita,paths of glory this month. all good
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With a day left in the year, I didn't think I'd see anything better than Zodiac, but No Country for Old Men blew me away.
The Coen Brothers style was a perfect match for McCarthy's work, and it was great to see a movie stray from the hero cliche and a bombastic soundtrack. Anton Chigurh was HAUNTING. |
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Also, as a Chief's fan, loved Carver's King Carl moment. |
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Just caught Eastern Promises this weekend; I thought it was a kick ass movie; I like the European themed stuff. I guess after watching that hour dateline on the European Slave trade, it moved me. Anyway, I totally dug the film - all of it.
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Really cuts to the heart of things. He was trying to get people to face the reality of what is about to happen and stop clinging to ideas that are just going to make it more painful. |
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Anyway, though I would ask. |
Good Chag. glad you liked it. It was rather stylish.
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Last Saturday we saw `The Kite Runner,` Slow start but finished very well. I'd recommend this gem personally. A real eye-opener which didn't appear to be politically motivated.
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Juno: This year's best comedy and flick, in my opinion. No Country for Old Men: Talk about craftsmanship and cinematography. Sheesh this movie was fantastic. National Treasure 2: Not nearly as good as the first, but a fun ride nonetheless. Just check your mind at the door. |
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Just got done watching RE: Extinction and Hot Fuzz. Both were solid flicks.
I was a BIT disappointed with Extinction. Hot Fuzz was hilarious. I am hoping the same cast/producers and whatnot put out another flick in the near future. |
I saw I am legend these days, awesome
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That damn "fumph" of the high pressured weapon of Anton Chigurn's is something I can't stop thinking of.
I don't think I've ever seen a more cynical film. That movie was disturbing. And I can't wait to watch it again. |
I'm actually pretty excited about Juno. My friend Joe tells me it'll be my favorite movie of the year too, so I have to check it out.
I've avoided the National Treasure movies. They look horrible. As for the Norton/Bale thing. I think that they are the modern Pacino and DeNiro. There are a few others out there that are close, but for my money these are the best two actors working. |
Caught an overlooked 'For Your Consideration.'
The 'Guest treatment' of Hollywood Oscar talk. If you liked previous Guest works [Spinal Tap, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind, Waiting for Guffman], it's more of the reliable form. Basically, a small artsy production 'Home for Purim' is being filmed when someone on the crew sees a web site saying the lead actress is doing Oscar worthy work. And it follows the reactions of the players as the buzz grows around the film. A send up of crappy agents, Entertainment Tonight, meddling suits, validation seeking actors, deranged money people, etc. Not groundbreaking, and pretty predictible, but fun, endearing, and possessing it's share of funny bits and lines. |
What did everyone think of "Smokin' Aces"?
Let's get this straight right off the bat - this is not a cinematic masterpiece that will be discussed and dissected for it's contribution to theater. It's a shoot-em-up, gangster based flick in the vein of "Snatch" and "Reservoir Dogs" that is face paced with enough plot twists so it manages to avoid the 'leave your brain at home' category. I loved it, gave it 5/5 stars in my Netflix rating and couldn't have been more entertained. Bought the movie the next day. Based on what I've read in reviews it's a "love it or hate it" type film, which I can understand. There are no heroes each and every character is out for themselves with no regard for morals when it comes to achieving their goal. It's bloody, graphic and hedonistic. If you like a traditional storyline *I hate 'em* this isn't gonna cut the jib. - a great 90 minutes of entertainment if you as me. |
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I think your assessment of "Smokin' Aces" is right on. Definately a fun little trip and a "check your brain" kinda movie. But I was hoping for more. Your comparisons to Snatch and Reservoir Dogs is off base IMO. I think both of those movies can be considered great films as well. Especially Reservoir Dogs, which is practically perfect, and sets the standard for independent action films. Snatch is commercial, but is a much better film than "Smokin'..." |
"Shoot 'Em Up" makes "Smokin Aces" look like "Steel Magnolias".
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Smokin Aces sucked balls, IMO.
It started out as a cartoonish over-the-top action film. Then it shifted gears halfway through and tried to be a serious drama. As a result, it failed as both. I found it to be both lame and annoying. |
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Reservoir Dogs comparison was just the raw violence and blood. I think combined they make a good comparison. I agree it doesn't hold a candle to Reservoir Dogs, that's a classic but it can be used in comparison in the nature mentioned above. Quote:
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Just got out to see "Juno" last night, and loved the holy crap out of that movie. Right up there with "Lars and the Real Girl." I laughed more at Juno, but I think Lars is the better overall film.
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The new National Treasure was entertaining.
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I watched We Are Marshall on HBO last night. Good movie.
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I bought the Kingdom, and I'm excited to watch it. |
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I think Lars crosses genre pretty well. At times it seems like you're watching the darkest comedy ever made. At other times, you're watching the most uplifting drama. The movie never ceases to entertain. I'd actually put it in the same catagory as Juno though in the sense that it's primarily a drama that makes you laugh. Juno makes you laugh with clever dialogue, Lars is more a dramatic irony thing. No doubt, that doll becomes a character in the movie as much as any other, but Ryan Gosling earned this one. That doll will have to make a few more movies for my vote. :) |
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Reread what I wrote, and I even did a double take. I had to read it three times before I remembered what I was trying to say. I meant that they are BOTH primarily dramas. I wouldn't put either in the comedy isle at your local store, despite the fact that both movies are funnier to me than most comedies. I can see how Juno might be debatable, but personally I felt like that movie was trying to be much more than just a laugh. |
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Would have gotten a lot more press, but it came out when the original Matrix did, and thus got forgoten in the dust. I also think he is by far the best Batman yet. |
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:shake: You seriously need to immediately add it to your collection. Amazing film. |
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A friend of mine turned me onto it and I immediately bought it. Everybody I've showed it to has immediately bought it. |
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Damn good movie. |
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Thats how i heard about it. http://www.chud.com/index.php?type=dvd&id=1233 |
hmm, Amazon may have it?
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I saw Juno. Excellent movie. Great mix of drama with comedy and great casting.
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Just finished watching "3:10 to Yuma" and it was outstanding. Pretty intense with some great acting from Bale and Crowe.
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Been out for a while, I even had it for sometime but finally sat down and watched "Brick". Kinda film noir set in modern day High School. Cool noirish language throughout.
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