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Scottie · 04-24-2014, 03:04 PM

I watched My Dinner With André (1981) last night and I found it to be an excellent, yet incredibly draining, film. The film features some of the most thought-provoking dialogue of all time and it truly makes you think about life, purpose, etc.

I will admit that I was a little lost at times due to exhaustion (as it was late and it is a rather draining film), but from what I was able to comprehend and understand, I really enjoyed. Much respect to those involved.

I really hope Criterion upgrades it soon.

Jaymole · 04-24-2014, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by iScottie

I watched My Dinner With André (1981) last night and I found it to be an excellent, yet incredibly draining, film. The film features some of the most thought-provoking dialogue of all time and it truly makes you think about life, purpose, etc.

I will admit that I was a little lost at times due to exhaustion (as it was late and it is a rather draining film), but from what I was able to comprehend and understand, I really enjoyed. Much respect to those involved.

I really hope Criterion upgrades it soon.

bwdowiak · 04-24-2014, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by blu-bry

Fallen Idol is one of my favorite Criterion DVD's. I really appreciated Ralph Richardson much more after seeing this film. Also, there seems to be some wierd vibe that Carol Reed has with kids in his films. The young boy in Fallen Idol is "kind of different" and it made me (for some reason) think back to the kid with the ball in The Third Man - also kind of strange.

irksome and meddling is what I would call him. it was interesting that

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"it's the twooth, it's the twooth!" Man, did I find him annoying! the film was tightly constructed, but considering the reviews on RT, I expected a little more, I think. standing in the shadow of The Third Man, that may have made it harder for me to really love this film.

bwdowiak · 04-24-2014, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by hoytereden

I think my two favorite coming-of-age films in the Collection are The 400 Blows and My Life As a Dog. The latter doesn't get mentioned often here but I think it's great. I always feel better after seeing it. The boy is so resilient and no matter what life throws at him always muses that "It could have been worse......."

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Originally Posted by SammyJankis

+1

It's sentimental as hell, but it never borders on the schlock that Hallström has pumped out since. So much of the film resonated with me. I remember one shot really getting to me..

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The film captures the life of a child in an unfamiliar setting well. I especially enjoy all of the eccentric characters spread about the town.

Ah, now I feel like watching it again. I'm such a sucker for a coming-of-age flick.

there were aspects of the film that I enjoyed, but I wasn't too knocked out by this film, either

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.. so, yeah, I felt the destination was pretty good if the ride was a bit underwhelming.

bwdowiak · 04-24-2014, 03:53 PM

interesting that one poster asked another poster here recently, "is there anything that you do like? I feel that I am beginning to sound like the voice of dissent around here. While I have only disliked 2 out of around 60 Criterion titles, some of the more well loved titles have underwhelmed me.

I think that it may be true (at least in my experience) that great art doesn't always immediately hit you over the head and speak to you. I was perhaps too hard on films like High and Low and upon reflection, I have come to like Jules and Jim, too. I have enjoyed the 3 Bergman films I have seen - Summer With Monika, Smilles of a Summer Night, and Persona. I recognize the artistry and the talent, but the rest of his filmography isn't really screaming out to me, "see me, now!"

Some albums that I have loved did not resonate to me the first time around. Maybe I'll have the same experience with some of these films.

blu-bry · 04-24-2014, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by bwdowiak

I have enjoyed the 3 Bergman films I have seen - Summer With Monika, Smilles of a Summer Night, and Persona. I recognize the artistry and the talent, but the rest of his filmography isn't really screaming out to me, "see me, now!"

Some albums that I have loved did not resonate to me the first time around. Maybe I'll have the same experience with some of these films.

Please give "Wild Strawberries" a try. You may like that one more.

LPMA · 04-24-2014, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bwdowiak

interesting that one poster asked another poster here recently, "is there anything that you do like? I feel that I am beginning to sound like the voice of dissent around here. While I have only disliked 2 out of around 60 Criterion titles, some of the more well loved titles have underwhelmed me.

I think that it may be true (at least in my experience) that great art doesn't always immediately hit you over the head and speak to you. I was perhaps too hard on films like High and Low and upon reflection, I have come to like Jules and Jim, too. I have enjoyed the 3 Bergman films I have seen - Summer With Monika, Smilles of a Summer Night, and Persona. I recognize the artistry and the talent, but the rest of his filmography isn't really screaming out to me, "see me, now!"

Some albums that I have loved did not resonate to me the first time around. Maybe I'll have the same experience with some of these films.

I have seen none of these 3 Bergmans, but I would strongly recommend Fanny & Alexander. The running time might be a strong deterrent, but I found it really engaging.

Eny- · 04-24-2014, 05:07 PM

Don't forget The Seventh Seal.

JohnCarpenterLives · 04-24-2014, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by szyzk

I'm not a huge David Lynch fan, but I agree that getting something that weird on TV - especially on ABC - was monumentally amazing.

You've heard about "Season 3" on Twitter, right? You can join in here or get a full day's worth of story here.

I am huge Lynch fan, and I completely agree. It would never make it on TV today, and even by today's standards it's disturbing, and subversive.

And I did not know about "season 3!" I guess I have something to read after work! Thanks!

blu-bry · 04-24-2014, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by blu-bry

Please give "Wild Strawberries" a try. You may like that one more.

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Originally Posted by LPMA

I have seen none of these 3 Bergmans, but I would strongly recommend Fanny & Alexander. The running time might be a strong deterrent, but I found it really engaging.

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Originally Posted by Eny-

Don't forget The Seventh Seal.

Please give "Wild Strawberries" a try. You may like that one more.

Seriously, I like all of Bergman's work, but I think Wild Strawberries may have wider appeal than some.

bwdowiak · 04-24-2014, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by blu-bry

Please give "Wild Strawberries" a try. You may like that one more.

That is the next title on my radar.

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Originally Posted by LPMA

I have seen none of these 3 Bergmans, but I would strongly recommend Fanny & Alexander. The running time might be a strong deterrent, but I found it really engaging.

I blind bought it last year during all of the pre-Christmas sales. My wife and I are looking fwd to seeing it, but it seems like the stars would have to align for us to have that much time during one weekend to get through it. I will see it, though.

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Originally Posted by Eny-

Don't forget The Seventh Seal.

Ages ago, I tried this movie. It was extremely heavy for me, but I was a late teen then and may not have been prepared for it.

I'll continue to watch Bergman titles, for sure. I'm just waiting for something to click so that I can share that same enthusiasm that I know some of you have.

I also need to pull the trigger on the darn Hulu subscription. No idea what I am waiting for. A few that I'd see really soon w/ the Hulu subscription are: The Last Metro (didn't realize this was a Truffaut film), Wild Strawberries, and more Louis Malle

Polaroid · 04-24-2014, 05:28 PM

Criterion posted this on Facebook:

Hope its digipak lol

(not a very professional/well made mockup from CC though)

MKej · 04-24-2014, 05:39 PM

Anybody here use http://www.dvdplanet.com/ to buy your Criterions ?

serenityncc880 · 04-24-2014, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by MKej

Anybody here use http://www.dvdplanet.com/ to buy your Criterions ?

I second this question. Also do they offer any type of fee shipping?

EDIT: FREE***

jayembee · 04-24-2014, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by serenityncc880

I second this question. Also do they offer any type of fee shipping?

Pretty much anyone offers shipping fees.

serenityncc880 · 04-24-2014, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by jayembee

Pretty much anyone offers shipping fees.

hahaha....corrected!

ShellOilJunior · 04-24-2014, 06:28 PM

Black Orpheus is currently going for $20.99 on Amazon.

A steal, if you ask me. Only 19 copies left.

LPMA · 04-24-2014, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Polaroid

Criterion posted this on Facebook:

Hope its digipak lol

(not a very professional/well made mockup from CC though)

Looks like a plastic case. The digipaks usually open up on the left side of the front artwork.

ShellOilJunior · 04-24-2014, 06:45 PM

Has anyone noticed the "Not interested" feature on this site? I find it odd how some go out of their way to say they're not interested in a film.

Polaroid · 04-24-2014, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by LPMA

Looks like a plastic case. The digipaks usually open up on the left side of the front artwork.

Aww :-(.... Plastic cases look and feel so cheap :-(....

04-24-2014, 05:28 PM	#99572
Polaroid Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2013 Location:Norwich, UK	Criterion posted this on Facebook: Hope its digipak lol (not a very professional/well made mockup from CC though) Last edited by Polaroid; 04-24-2014 at 05:33 PM.

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04-24-2014, 03:04 PM	#99561
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	I watched My Dinner With André (1981) last night and I found it to be an excellent, yet incredibly draining, film. The film features some of the most thought-provoking dialogue of all time and it truly makes you think about life, purpose, etc. I will admit that I was a little lost at times due to exhaustion (as it was late and it is a rather draining film), but from what I was able to comprehend and understand, I really enjoyed. Much respect to those involved. I really hope Criterion upgrades it soon.

04-24-2014, 03:53 PM	#99565
bwdowiak Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Sep 2013 Location:Chicago 4K collection:28 Blu-ray collection:502 DVD collection:28 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:5	interesting that one poster asked another poster here recently, "is there anything that you do like? I feel that I am beginning to sound like the voice of dissent around here. While I have only disliked 2 out of around 60 Criterion titles, some of the more well loved titles have underwhelmed me. I think that it may be true (at least in my experience) that great art doesn't always immediately hit you over the head and speak to you. I was perhaps too hard on films like *High and Low* and upon reflection, I have come to like *Jules and Jim, too. I have enjoyed the 3 Bergman films I have seen - Summer With Monika, Smilles of a Summer Night*, and Persona. I recognize the artistry and the talent, but the rest of his filmography isn't really screaming out to me, "see me, now!" Some albums that I have loved did not resonate to me the first time around. Maybe I'll have the same experience with some of these films.

04-24-2014, 05:07 PM	#99568
Eny- Blu-ray Guru Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Lisbon, Portugal Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:73 Blu-ray collection:1377 Trading Score:14	Don't forget The Seventh Seal.

04-24-2014, 05:39 PM	#99573
MKej Member Member since:Apr 2013 Location:Norway	Anybody here use http://www.dvdplanet.com/ to buy your Criterions ?

04-24-2014, 06:28 PM	#99577
ShellOilJunior Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2009 Location:USA Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:10	Black Orpheus is currently going for $20.99 on Amazon. A steal, if you ask me. Only 19 copies left.

04-24-2014, 06:45 PM	#99579
ShellOilJunior Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2009 Location:USA Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:10	Has anyone noticed the "Not interested" feature on this site? I find it odd how some go out of their way to say they're not interested in a film.

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