The Movie Review and Discussion Thread

[surfdude12]

Originally Posted by shinseiromeo

The film comes recommended, but because of very low replay value, I’d have to say Frozen is a rental at best.

say whaaaaa? I can't wait to pop this in again and again and again. This film defines replay value = it has nothing to do with the end, but everything to do with the journey getting there, hence knowing the end doesn't kill the experience at all. my 2 cents.

[Diesel]

I'm going to go between shinseiromeo's and your opinion Surf.


I won't be buying the movie, but I'd definitely watch it at least one more time.

I don't think it has high replay value (for me at least )

[shinseiRomeo]

Originally Posted by surfdude12

say whaaaaa? I can't wait to pop this in again and again and again. This film defines replay value = it has nothing to do with the end, but everything to do with the journey getting there, hence knowing the end doesn't kill the experience at all. my 2 cents.

Even as Martin Liebman pointed out in his review, skip the trailer and go in knowing as little as possible. The entire point of the movie is suspense. Yet when you know analyze everything and already know whats happens next, that primary point of the movie is lost.

[Foggy]

Originally Posted by shinseiromeo

Even as Martin Liebman pointed out in his review, skip the trailer and go in knowing as little as possible. The entire point of the movie is suspense. Yet when you know analyze everything and already know whats happens next, that primary point of the movie is lost.

Isn't that almost all movies then

[shinseiRomeo]

Originally Posted by Foggy

Isn't that almost all movies then

Well sure, yes. Yet it seems terror and fear is all that Frozen has. The video is is great and the audio truly fantastic, but I just don't see myself drawn back for multiple viewings. I own it and would recommend it to friends, but only would purchase it at the right price.


I knew even before I sat down to write the review that it may not be a popular one. It seems peoples reactions to Frozen are 50/50, love it or hate it.


Edit: Went back and looked at Rotten Tomatoes. 61% critics rating and 50% public opinion. Can't believe I nailed that stat perfectly.

http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/10012051-frozen/

[surfdude12]

Originally Posted by shinseiromeo

Even as Martin Liebman pointed out in his review, skip the trailer and go in knowing as little as possible. The entire point of the movie is suspense. Yet when you know analyze everything and already know whats happens next, that primary point of the movie is lost.

not exactly. yes, suspense is a big factor. but with this film, it is more than that -- it is realism. you have no choice but to feel like you're in the film with the characters. that has nothing to do with what happens next. it has everything to do with what's happening now. i don't care if its the first time I've seen it or the 100th time -- I'll be

[Show spoiler]on that ski lift, up that mountain, feel that razor sharp breeze, and see the steam breath from the wolves down below, with only moonlight to guide my sight

. how the movie actually concludes matters little -- once the realism of the film has its claws in me, my brain will take over and imagine horrific things, some of which may never happen in the film, thus re-living the horror all over again

but all of this is moot -- there is another reason this has great replay value: Guest Replay Value why? (1) nobody has seen it, (2) most people are terrorized by it, and (3) who doesn't get jollies out of watching their friends be terrorized?

[antwonaj]

Cloverfield

4/5

I remembered what i loved so much about this film, it was the moster and baby monsters. They were so scary and designed. All the action as well looked good. Can't wait to get the blu!

Cut

2/5

This was pretty cool slasher film. Nothing more than that. Shame kylie minogue couldn't really act and she was only in it for 5 mins.

A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge

2/5

Sorry if there's any big "Freddy" fans but i just couldn't get into this. As a kid i used to love Freddy but he's just a "funny guy" looking back at him now.

[SquidPuppet]

Originally Posted by Hep

Ok, you guys have me convinced to blind buy this one...and the current Amazon.com price didn't hurt ($9.99).

This ought to be good.

[SquidPuppet]

Originally Posted by shinseiromeo

Even as Martin Liebman pointed out in his review, skip the trailer and go in knowing as little as possible. The entire point of the movie is suspense. Yet when you know analyze everything and already know whats happens next, that primary point of the movie is lost.

I have to disagree. Thats like saying The Shining, Psycho, Jaws, Se7en, Silence of the Lambs, Rear Window, The Third Man, etc etc etc have low replay value because the tension is gone.

Is some of the tension reduced because we know the outcome? Certainly. But if one can (I can and do) enjoy watching a film to appreciate atmosphere, directing, score, camera work and great acting, then this has good replay value. There is a lot in this film besides the tension that is worth another visit.

Heck, every single movie that we watch a second time suffers from "we know what happens next".

[lDlisturb3d]

Have you guys seen that David Fincher is remaking "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo"

Wow im a big fan of watching originals but i love David Fincher and look at the cast!!!!! Oh boi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/girl...n_tattoo_2011/

[Foggy]

Originally Posted by lDlisturb3d

Have you guys seen that David Fincher is remaking "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo"

Wow im a big fan of watching originals but i love David Fincher and look at the cast!!!!! Oh boi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/girl...n_tattoo_2011/

It's had it's own thread for ages

[lDlisturb3d]

Originally Posted by Foggy

It's had it's own thread for ages

oops lol.

[Foggy]

Kick-Ass

6th Viewing, 3 times in less than 2 months (that's pretty special for me). My last review got deleted because it was rude. So I'll say I don't think I'll ever tire of this movie until I do grow up, it's like a god damn drug!!!

10/10

PQ - 8/10 Nothing special, but nothing bad looking, lots of colour but never really outstanding
AQ - 9.5/10 Pretty awesome when the bullets start flying

Overall - 9.5/10

[jhiggy23]

Originally Posted by lDlisturb3d

Have you guys seen that David Fincher is remaking "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo"

Wow im a big fan of watching originals but i love David Fincher and look at the cast!!!!! Oh boi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/girl...n_tattoo_2011/

Why do you have to bring this up?

[lDlisturb3d]

Originally Posted by jhiggy23

Why do you have to bring this up?

Mybad, i thought some of you would be interested being that i heard allot of good things about the original. David Fincher is a Awesome director and with that cast it looks like it could have the potential to be better.

[iam1bearcat]

Originally Posted by jhiggy23

Why do you have to bring this up?

agreed. this is terrible news

Originally Posted by lDlisturb3d

Mybad, i thought some of you would be interested being that i heard allot of good things about the original. David Fincher is a Awesome director and with that cast it looks like it could have the potential to be better.

impossible. and i love Fincher, i really do, he should have declined to do this. as much as i love his work (even the films of his i dislike, his directing is still great imo) this isn't going to be good. it doesn't help that the "original" isn't even that freaking old, but shows how typical American Hollywood thinks when it comes to foreign films (in that they probably think no one has seen this masterpiece because "it has subtitles" ) and that's a shame.

there is absolutely no need for a remake here. this is a true gem, AS IS.
nothing good can come of this decision

(in no way is this directed at you of course, simply the movie)

[lDlisturb3d]

Shogun Assassin (American Version)

Director: Robert Houston
Writer: Robert Houston and David Weisman
Mains: Tomisaburo Wakayama, Masahiro Tomikawa, and Kay Matsuo

"I cant believe you threw you sword"

Synopsis: Shogun Assassin is about the actual "Shogun's Assassin" . The Shogun is a ruthless leader that out of control, killing innocent without mercy. His only fear is how assassin, and he orders him to get put to death. But this isnt any normal Samurai, this guy is the real deal and takes on a host of evil villains trying to take him and is son out. He will stop at nothing to kill the Shogun for his betrayal.

My Take: Hands down the movie single brutal movie i've ever seen. Very graphic and very raw. This action pack little flick is a bit over the top but for a purpose. Try to think of anime when you watch this movie, its over the top for a reason. Also keep in mind that this movie was made in the 80's so dont look for ground breaking special effects. This lone wolf is something else. This dude is one serious bad ass! I must see flick!

Conclusion: While this movie might seem cheesy as times to most viewers it is actually a movie that will probably always be remember in this genre. Its very brutal and choreographed well. The camera work is exciting and the score is something serious! I think that any samurai and or action lover should definitely give this film a try. The Action alone is worth the a rental but this baby is staying in my collection indefinitely.

Recommended

4/5

[lDlisturb3d]

Originally Posted by iam1bearcat

agreed. this is terrible news



impossible. and i love Fincher, i really do, he should have declined to do this. as much as i love his work (even the films of his i dislike, his directing is still great imo) this isn't going to be good. it doesn't help that the "original" isn't even that freaking old, but shows how typical American Hollywood thinks when it comes to foreign films (in that they probably think no one has seen this masterpiece because "it has subtitles" ) and that's a shame.

there is absolutely no need for a remake here. this is a true gem, AS IS.
nothing good can come of this decision

(in no way is this directed at you of course, simply the movie)

No im with you man. When i saw Let the right one in and then saw the amercian remake that people were calling "GREAT" "MASTERPIECE" i was about to pull my hair out. I love the original and there's no way the remake is better. Like you mentioned it shouldn't of been remade. It also shows America's "Subtitle Phobia"

BUUUTTTT.... its DAVID FINCHER lol. Its gonna be good just because he's directing it.

If i director can do it better. DO IT. Just make sure its a tribute to the original. Hell Clint Eastwood did it and everyone loved it. Critics and all.

[tbizzle]

Originally Posted by iam1bearcat

agreed. this is terrible news



impossible. and i love Fincher, i really do, he should have declined to do this. as much as i love his work (even the films of his i dislike, his directing is still great imo) this isn't going to be good. it doesn't help that the "original" isn't even that freaking old, but shows how typical American Hollywood thinks when it comes to foreign films (in that they probably think no one has seen this masterpiece because "it has subtitles" ) and that's a shame.

there is absolutely no need for a remake here. this is a true gem, AS IS.
nothing good can come of this decision

(in no way is this directed at you of course, simply the movie)

Yeah, it kinda sucks for those that love the original, but if it takes a remake to get this film/story to US audiences, then I feel there's nothing wrong with that. Especially with a great cast and a director like Fincher at the reigns.

I haven't seen the original, and I'm assuming I'll love it based on all your discussions in this thread, but I'll be glad that this great story can be shared with American audiences. In certain cases, I welcome a US remake. Let The Right One In is a very well done horror film, but I felt it had a lot more potential and I'm hoping the new US remake will only be an improvement. Yes, a lot of US remakes take the greatness of the original and reduce it to junk, but that's not always the case.

[iam1bearcat]

Originally Posted by tbizzle

Yeah, it kinda sucks for those that love the original, but if it takes a remake to get this film/story to US audiences, then I feel there's nothing wrong with that. Especially with a great cast and a director like Fincher at the reigns.

I haven't seen the original, and I'm assuming I'll love it based on all your discussions in this thread, but I'll be glad that this great story can be shared with American audiences. In certain cases, I welcome a US remake. Let The Right One In is a very well done horror film, but I felt it had a lot more potential and I'm hoping the new US remake will only be an improvement. Yes, a lot of US remakes take the greatness of the original and reduce it to junk, but that's not always the case.

i'm still surprised to hear Fincher is doing this.
for someone with such a vast array of originality and stories as he directs for his films, i'm really surprised to see him doing a remake. it just doesn't seem like something he'd do.

but i agree, if it gets more people to know the story, that's one thing. but after people see this, how many will know it's even a remake? it's not like remakes say "based off of the film that this is a remake of", so it still leaves the original film in the dark mostly. or people tend to think if there's a remake, then the original must have sucked if it needed to be remade, which is definitely not the case.