The Criterion Collection

[Hawkguy]

Originally Posted by joie

Speaking of timelines, has anyone ever found the "key" to Synecdoche, New York? Somewhere, I read that there was a drawing that was used on set to keep track of where each scene was in time. Is it online?

There isn't a non-linear timeline to it, though ..or maybe I'm reading that wrong.

[octagon]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

There isn't a non-linear timeline to it, though ..or maybe I'm reading that wrong.

I've only watched it once (and absolutely loved it) but I think it does jump around a bit. Or maybe I'm just easily confused.

And yes, 'both' is of course a distinct possibility.

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

I got my Criterion order in..

I got Carlos from them, since they've said all their editions will be the correct ones...but there's no indication anywhere in my set that it's a second printing. How do I know for sure??

If it doesn't say "Second Printing" then you need a replacement disc.

[IronWaffle]

Originally Posted by iScottie

If it doesn't say "Second Printing" then you need a replacement disc.

I think he's curious where on the disc to find it.

On my White replacement it's on the outside edge of the disc art at the tail end of the copyright info. In Lilliputian font.

[Hawkguy]

Originally Posted by iScottie

If it doesn't say "Second Printing" then you need a replacement disc.

Noooooooo

Originally Posted by IronWaffle

I think he's curious where on the disc to find it.

On my White replacement it's on the outside edge of the disc art at the tail end of the copyright info. In Lilliputian font.

Can't find it....I was certain they mentioned buying it directly from them means the later printing.

[IronWaffle]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

Noooooooo



Can't find it....I was certain they mentioned buying it directly from them means the later printing.

When I get home I can check. It's definitely somewhere on the disc label.

Also, please refrain from quoting the Return of the Jedi Blu version of Vader. I'm out of Tums.

[joie]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

There isn't a non-linear timeline to it, though ..or maybe I'm reading that wrong.

It may become non-linear on the set of "Synedoche," where they spend fifteen (?) years in production. At times, it's fairly obvious at which point in time a scene takes place (Hoffman is made-up to look older, for example).

If it's linear, then the "key" I read about must have been something they used on set for continuity purposes, likely because scenes were shot out-of-order.

[Hawkguy]

Originally Posted by IronWaffle

When I get home I can check. It's definitely somewhere on the disc label.

Also, please refrain from quoting the Return of the Jedi Blu version of Vader. I'm out of Tums.

Thanks

..and

Originally Posted by octagon

I've only watched it once (and absolutely loved it) but I think it does jump around a bit. Or maybe I'm just easily confused.

And yes, 'both' is of course a distinct possibility.

Is it completely irrational of me to have a bit of a negative reaction to it since a couple people I don't like love the film?

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by IronWaffle

When I get home I can check. It's definitely somewhere on the disc label.

Also, please refrain from quoting the Return of the Jedi Blu version of Vader. I'm out of Tums.

Isn't it actually Revenge of the Sith?

Sansho is on hold, Stuart has a friend. Hopefully only one.

[The Great Owl]

Originally Posted by ZooTv

After revisiting Paris, Texas last night after not having seen it in years I can confidently say it ranks as one of my top 5 favorite in the collection.

I loved Paris, Texas after my first viewing a long time back, but it did not really sink in until I saw it again later on. Nowadays, it gets even better with each subsequent viewing, and it's one of my favorite Criterions.

I saw Wings of Desire at Barnes and Noble for 30% off (40% members) last week, but did not purchase it. I stood there for a while debating, though, because I love that film as well.

[octagon]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

Is it completely irrational of me to have a bit of a negative reaction to it since a couple people I don't like love the film?

I have absolutely no quarrel with that.

Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

Isn't it actually Revenge of the Sith?

It's in both. Well, it is now anyway.

[IronWaffle]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

Thanks

..and



Is it completely irrational of me to have a bit of a negative reaction to it since a couple people I don't like love the film?

It's an easy movie to dislike. I recall reviews being pretty divided and Kaufman's had no luck getting backing for his next directorial project (I think he took it to Kickstarter, but I stopped following the story). I don't think he's in movie jail, exactly... Just Visiting.

When I first watched it I didn't like it, then I did like it, then I didn't and did again. Keep in mind, that was just the first viewing. Ultimately, I enjoyed it and it has improved on re-watch.

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by octagon

I have absolutely no quarrel with that.



It's in both. Well, it is now anyway.

Goes to show that I'm not as hardcore about Star Wars as everyone else. I don't remember it.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

Goes to show that I'm not as hardcore about Star Wars as everyone else. I don't remember it.

I forgive you because you seem to love Sansho the Bailiff so much

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

I forgive you because you seem to love Sansho the Bailiff so much

I want to love it, but i need to kill Brain first. Stuart really should have been called Pinky, as he was stupid enough to get caught, Brain has escaped the damn traps.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

I want to love it, but i need to kill Brain first. Stuart really should have been called Pinky, as he was stupid enough to get caught, Brain has escaped the damn traps.

maybe you should accept the fact that you have a new roommate. Just cuddle up and watch Green Mile or Ratatoullie together.

[octagon]

Originally Posted by IronWaffle

It's an easy movie to dislike. I recall reviews being pretty divided and Kaufman's had no luck getting backing for his next directorial project (I think he took it to Kickstarter, but I stopped following the story). I don't think he's in movie jail, exactly... Just Visiting.

When I first watched it I didn't like it, then I did like it, then I didn't and did again. Keep in mind, that was just the first viewing. Ultimately, I enjoyed it and it has improved on re-watch.

I absolutely loved it (based also on one viewing only). Often when films are difficult to decipher there's something of a manipulative feel to the supposed depth and complexity. Almost like they're trying a little too hard and being a little too cute.

I never got that impression here. I never felt they were doing anything just for the sake of being clever. I didn't understand much of it but I never felt cheated or toyed with.

So far Charlie Kaufman scripts (Being John Malkovich, S, NY and Adaptation in that viewing order) have impressed the hell out of me. I'm almost a little reluctant to watch Eternal Sunshine for fear of breaking the streak.

[retablo]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Yup. But it's lazy for us to fall back on this as opposed to rewatching the movie.

When did I ever say that the timeline was a substitute for re-watching the film?

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by IronWaffle

I think he's curious where on the disc to find it.

On my White replacement it's on the outside edge of the disc art at the tail end of the copyright info. In Lilliputian font.

Oops.

Yeah, as you stated, it would say "Second Printing" at the end of the disc's banner (with the time, year, etc.)

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

maybe you should accept the fact that you have a new roommate. Just cuddle up and watch Green Mile or Ratatoullie together.

Different roommate. The last one was killed. and if I were to watch a film, I'd watch the American Tail ones.