SPECTRE Review Thread - Page 208 - Blu-ray Forum

Markgway · 12-26-2015, 02:42 PM

I like some of Radiohead's stuff, but that song is a weak mess. Not worse than Sam Smith, but I would've rejected it too. Bring back Shirley freakin' Bassey!

Pieter V · 12-26-2015, 02:48 PM

baheidstu · 12-26-2015, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Markgway

I like some of Radiohead's stuff, but that song is a weak mess. Not worse than Sam Smith, but I would've rejected it too. Bring back Shirley freakin' Bassey!

Was the plan to commission several songs featuring the most maudlin falsetto lead vocals possible and take it from there?

Markgway · 12-26-2015, 09:57 PM

I hate falsetto -- unless it's Barry Gibb.

MechaGodzilla · 12-26-2015, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Markgway

I hate falsetto -- unless it's Barry Gibb.

It's regrettable the Bee Gees in full disco mode never got to make a Bond song.

kemcha · 12-28-2015, 07:30 PM

Having seen ever James Bond movie (hey, I enjoyed them all), the one thing I hated about Spectre was the damn theme song. Seriously? Who ever thought that getting some crooner to do the main theme song for a James Bond movie. My ears still hurt from listening to it.

But, overall, while Quantum of Solace and Skyfall were decent films, Spectre is the best film since Casino Royale. But, I was disappointed at the lack of any cohesive storyline. This movie felt more like they were making the movie without a script. There just didn't feel like there was any direction in the movie at all.

But, still, it was a pretty damn good James Bond film. Would like to see Daniel Craig return as James Bond. He's still one of the better actors out there.

trevanian · 12-28-2015, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MechaGodzilla

It's regrettable the Bee Gees in full disco mode never got to make a Bond song.

Hamlisch' Bond 77 for the pre-title on SPY WHO LOVED ME pretty much is a Bond theme version of YOU SHOULD BE DANCING, though the inferior and vastly different album recording is less so (and more sucky.)

Jake2104 · 01-01-2016, 01:10 AM

I saw the blu Ray is releasing 9th February, is there any word on an early digital release?

Outlander · 01-01-2016, 01:35 AM

Being a huge Bond fan for the past 30 years or so...I found Spectre to be a bit boring and thought the action scenes were dull. I really like Craig as Bond but wished Monica Belluci had a bigger role. I also didn't find the connection between Bond and Madeline Swann to be believable. Certainly not like Bond and Vesper.

But....I'm going to give it a second viewing for sure. I've found that I enjoy some movies more on a second viewing.

Pieter V · 01-02-2016, 05:49 PM

Total Lifetime Grosses
Domestic: $197,384,955 23.2%
+ Foreign: $653,900,000 76.8%
= Worldwide: $851,284,955

imsounoriginal · 01-03-2016, 10:19 PM

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-en...-a6794351.html

Apparently Waltz will be back for two more movies if Craig comes back, too. Unclear whether this is Waltz's demand or if the studio is saying that Waltz only makes sense if Craig is there for continuity.

Frankly I think Waltz can be Blofeld regardless of who's playing Bond, but if we get Craig back I won't complain.

Doctor Jack · 01-03-2016, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Markgway

I like some of Radiohead's stuff, but that song is a weak mess. Not worse than Sam Smith, but I would've rejected it too. Bring back Shirley freakin' Bassey!

Or Shirley freakin' Manson. The World is Not Enough was a great Bond song from a truly talented singer.

StingingVelvet · 01-03-2016, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by imsounoriginal

Apparently Waltz will be back for two more movies if Craig comes back, too. Unclear whether this is Waltz's demand or if the studio is saying that Waltz only makes sense if Craig is there for continuity.

Can't wait to see how many innocent people he kills after Bond spared him in Spectre. God I hate when movies do that stupid shit.

Elbie · 01-03-2016, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by StingingVelvet

Can't wait to see how many innocent people he kills after Bond spared him in Spectre. God I hate when movies do that stupid shit.

Beefing the whole movie but lets him live cause hes in looooove.

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imsounoriginal · 01-03-2016, 10:45 PM

But... but... he was out of bullets!

Ironhorse75 · 01-03-2016, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by StingingVelvet

Can't wait to see how many innocent people he kills after Bond spared him in Spectre. God I hate when movies do that stupid shit.

Saving Private Ryan was the worst! Just for that one death.

Markgway · 01-04-2016, 12:46 AM

Wasn't Bond under orders to bring him in alive?
Blofeld is of no use to MI5 if he's dead.
If he escapes that's not Bond's fault.
You would have to dispense with the whole trial system in case a murderer breaks free and kills again...

Shaving Ryan's Privates was a 'wow' for about 20 mins of carange... then offensively stupid for the remainder.

Tony208 · 01-04-2016, 12:56 AM

I'm fine with more Craig. I'd want new writers and director though. Both Skyfall and Spectre were nonsensical.

stlcards · 03-20-2016, 10:04 PM

Spectre finally passed 200 million at the US box office!

imsounoriginal · 03-20-2016, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by stlcards

Spectre finally passed 200 million at the US box office!

"Well I wouldn't be very good at my job if it didn't."

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12-26-2015, 02:42 PM	#4141
Markgway Blu-ray Prince Member since:Jul 2013 Location:Scotland Trading Score:13	I like some of Radiohead's stuff, but that song is a weak mess. Not worse than Sam Smith, but I would've rejected it too. Bring back Shirley freakin' Bassey!

12-26-2015, 09:57 PM	#4144
Markgway Blu-ray Prince Member since:Jul 2013 Location:Scotland Trading Score:13	I hate falsetto -- unless it's Barry Gibb.

12-28-2015, 07:30 PM	#4146
kemcha Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Michigan, USA 4K collection:18 Blu-ray collection:344 Blu-ray reviews:18 Trading Score:32	Having seen ever James Bond movie (hey, I enjoyed them all), the one thing I hated about Spectre was the damn theme song. Seriously? Who ever thought that getting some crooner to do the main theme song for a James Bond movie. My ears still hurt from listening to it. But, overall, while Quantum of Solace and Skyfall were decent films, Spectre is the best film since Casino Royale. But, I was disappointed at the lack of any cohesive storyline. This movie felt more like they were making the movie without a script. There just didn't feel like there was any direction in the movie at all. But, still, it was a pretty damn good James Bond film. Would like to see Daniel Craig return as James Bond. He's still one of the better actors out there.

01-01-2016, 01:10 AM	#4148
Jake2104 Banned Top contributor Member since:Nov 2014 Blu-ray collection:61 iTunes collection:90 Trading Score:46	I saw the blu Ray is releasing 9th February, is there any word on an early digital release?

01-01-2016, 01:35 AM	#4149
Outlander Active Member Member since:Mar 2010 4K collection:5 Blu-ray collection:858	Being a huge Bond fan for the past 30 years or so...I found Spectre to be a bit boring and thought the action scenes were dull. I really like Craig as Bond but wished Monica Belluci had a bigger role. I also didn't find the connection between Bond and Madeline Swann to be believable. Certainly not like Bond and Vesper. But....I'm going to give it a second viewing for sure. I've found that I enjoy some movies more on a second viewing.

01-02-2016, 05:49 PM	#4150
Pieter V Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:The Netherlands Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:14	Total Lifetime Grosses Domestic: $197,384,955 23.2% + Foreign: $653,900,000 76.8% = Worldwide: $851,284,955

01-03-2016, 10:19 PM	#4151
imsounoriginal Blu-ray Grand Duke Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NYC 4K collection:320 Blu-ray collection:947 DVD collection:70 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:59	http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-en...-a6794351.html Apparently Waltz will be back for two more movies if Craig comes back, too. Unclear whether this is Waltz's demand or if the studio is saying that Waltz only makes sense if Craig is there for continuity. Frankly I think Waltz can be Blofeld regardless of who's playing Bond, but if we get Craig back I won't complain.

01-03-2016, 10:45 PM	#4155
imsounoriginal Blu-ray Grand Duke Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NYC 4K collection:320 Blu-ray collection:947 DVD collection:70 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:59	But... but... he was out of bullets!

01-04-2016, 12:46 AM	#4157
Markgway Blu-ray Prince Member since:Jul 2013 Location:Scotland Trading Score:13	Wasn't Bond under orders to bring him in alive? Blofeld is of no use to MI5 if he's dead. If he escapes that's not Bond's fault. You would have to dispense with the whole trial system in case a murderer breaks free and kills again... Shaving Ryan's Privates was a 'wow' for about 20 mins of carange... then offensively stupid for the remainder.

01-04-2016, 12:56 AM	#4158
Tony208 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:May 2010 Location:NYC 4K collection:421 Blu-ray collection:665 Trading Score:609	I'm fine with more Craig. I'd want new writers and director though. Both Skyfall and Spectre were nonsensical.

03-20-2016, 10:04 PM	#4159
stlcards Banned Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Land Of Lincoln, USA 4K collection:240 Blu-ray collection:1168 MA collection:972 Digital collection:1589 iTunes collection:926 Prime collection:973 Trading Score:154	Spectre finally passed 200 million at the US box office!

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