The Movie Review and Discussion Thread

[surfdude12]

Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

Did you hate him, or the weasel character?

hmm good point. since I can't answer this right now, I'd have to watch it again. perhaps it was the character?

[Marcus Wright]

10.000 BC
I know its considered a bad movie bad its my guilty pleasure.
Its not on of my favorites, but I like the style of that movie.
The production assets are nice. The story adequate, and the scenary beautifull.

This movie might be bad but its worth watching just for the tiger scene.

My rating

[Show spoiler]1/5

[surfdude12]

Originally Posted by Marcus Wright

10.000 BC
I know its considered a bad movie bad its my guilty pleasure.
Its not on of my favorites, but I like the style of that movie.
The production assets are nice. The story adequate, and the scenary beautifull.

This movie might be bad but its worth watching just for the tiger scene.

My rating

[Show spoiler]1/5

a 1/5 guilty pleasure? don't you mean innocent torture?

[Marcus Wright]

Originally Posted by surfdude12

a 1/5 guilty pleasure? don't you mean innocent torture?

Yeah, you found the better description.

I barely hunged myself up halfway through that movie.

[SquidPuppet]

Originally Posted by surfdude12

hmm good point. since I can't answer this right now, I'd have to watch it again. perhaps it was the character?

Paris was such a dweeb that it was hard for me to separate/identify my true feelings as well. He was such a fack up that I wanted to smack him. So does that mean that Bloom did a good job?

[Batman1980]

A Christmas Carol(2009) 3.5/5
Transfer 5/5
About as good as I expected it to be, also expect to like it more the more times I see it. Recommended to those looking for a solid Christmas movie to enjoy for the holidays.

[surfdude12]

Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

Paris was such a dweeb that it was hard for me to separate/identify my true feelings as well. He was such a fack up that I wanted to smack him. So does that mean that Bloom did a good job?

yes -- that was the exact state of confusion your question put me in

[Foggy]

Originally Posted by Marcus Wright

10.000 BC
I know its considered a bad movie bad its my guilty pleasure.
Its not on of my favorites, but I like the style of that movie.
The production assets are nice. The story adequate, and the scenary beautifull.

This movie might be bad but its worth watching just for the tiger scene.

My rating

[Show spoiler]1/5

Wait, wait, wait, wait. Watch it again....and REALLY look into the genius of the film, you raving lunatic

[lDlisturb3d]

Originally Posted by tbizzle

[Show spoiler]I think you're using the word snob incorrectly

A snob is someone who looks at others as though they themselves (or their opinion or tastes) are inferior in some way. Some people on this site have this attitude and act a bit film snobby, talkin sh!t about certain films and ridiculing someone for liking them because it's not some critically acclaimed masterpiece. However, that's now what your friends in this thread are doing. We just tend to be more critical of certain films because we have high standards and we all appreciate quality art. That doesn't mean that we can't enjoy Dumb and Dumber or The Fantastic Four, but we generally require a lot from the films that we watch.



This simply is not the case, and I challenge you to prove otherwise.

I know it's been discussed a lot here, but I'm gonna use Avatar as an example. In my opinion, this is an awesome film and I really enjoy it. However, it's not a very good film. It does everything it's supposed to and it obviously kept myself and MANY others very entertained, but the acting, direction, etc. was without a doubt not "top notch" in any way. The film has a good message, but is very cliche, shallow, mainstream and arguably unoriginal, however it's still an awesome, very entertaining film. Others have the same critiques, that the direction, acting, etc. are not high caliber, but differ in that they simply did not like it.

Not everyone is gonna like a film like TDK, Inception or Avatar. Bearcat is the perfect example of this, because he's engaged by drama as opposed to action. Being so new and cool, Avatar may have blown you away, along with millions of others... and might be the fan's favorite film of all time. But that doesn't mean it's great, that just means that it's popular. Those who expressed their dislike for Avatar aren't just hatin bro, they have their reasons

Your post makes allot of sense but let it be known that im not trying to defend Avatar at all. Yes i think its a great movie but this isnt about Avatar, its not even in my top 25 movies. But as i mentioned you made some good points.

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

Paris was such a dweeb that it was hard for me to separate/identify my true feelings as well. He was such a fack up that I wanted to smack him. So does that mean that Bloom did a good job?

I wanted to see him actually fight Achilles, he wouldn't have been able to run away from Achilles to get help from Hector in that case.

[SquidPuppet]

This was your first review in this thread 10 months ago. I see how the evolution works now. You increase by one paragraph every month.

Originally Posted by iam1bearcat

Iron Man - 8.0/10

Robert Downey Jr. - great job as always
Story... well, pretty average and could see the villain coming a mile away

PQ and AQ = amazing.

But, I don't know. I just didn't get the sense that this film had alot of heart. But maybe that's the point since Tony Stark is kind of a dick, but has a soft spot towards the end (who didn't see that coming?)

[lDlisturb3d]

Originally Posted by killowertz

Wow, I think I'd cry if I got that response to one of my posts. If I wasn't going for that kind of a response of course.

Wow someone is trying real hard to get some cool points.

[Al_The_Strange]

Originally Posted by DjMethod

Man you're probably right. What am I thinking... Hepburn on blu-ray for the first time and this is how I respond? I order in a copy then shun her?? This will not do...

Only thing is Charade is such an average film to me. It's the kind of movie I would watch once on cable then probably never see again.

[Show spoiler]Understand that she is the main driving force behind this purchase!

It's kinda understandable; I feel that way about "Breakfast at Tiffany's." I mean, it is a cute film and all, but if it wasn't for Audrey I wouldn't consider buying it (I will buy it when it hits BD ).

I give props to "Charade" for being an entertaining caper film. Seems like something a lot more up my alley than some of the other films Audrey's in.

[lDlisturb3d]

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[KilloWertz]

Originally Posted by lDlisturb3d

Wow someone is trying real hard to get some cool points.

Yes, I live for cool points. I hope that post earned me a +10 cool points bonus. That would just totally make my day.

[Al_The_Strange]

Next greatest blind-buy: “Ansiktet,” aka “The Magician.”

This is only the second film I’ve seen by Ingmar Bergman (the first being “The Seventh Seal,” which took a couple of viewings to fully appreciate). I got this thinking it might be a good compliment for “The Illusionist” and “The Prestige.” And ultimately I still think it could be; all three films have similar subject manner, they’re all period dramas, and they all have some interesting themes concerning reality and illusions.

But while “The Illusionist” has a swell story and “The Prestige” managed to be entertaining and stylish, I’d consider “The Magician” to be the best cinematically. Its imagery is very strong, at least as strong as “The Seventh Seal” if not better. It has excellent performances, not only by Max Von Sydow, but everyone else as well. Production value appears to be good.

What I think really makes this film stand out is the philosophy behind it. The interplay between reality and illusions is strongly represented, and it goes on to drive bigger and deeper themes throughout. It goes on to portray liars and deceivers; the whole story is littered with instances where deception causes a reaction. It goes on to suggest that a greater truth, not only in reality but metaphysically as well, is elusive. And ultimately, this becomes a film that brings up intriguing questions about God, the human race, human existence, and all reality in general. And at the same time, I think the movie is meant to criticize moviemaking in general (“all apparatus, little meaning,” hmm ). The writing in this movie is fantastic; there are a lot of insightful lines and interesting dialogue throughout.

As far as the story goes, there’s not much conflict driving it, but it has some interesting moments and it manages to maintain adequate pacing. I think it kinda drags; not that it’s boring, but the story becomes situated in one place and focuses so much on character settling down and doing their thing. When the final mystery unfolds itself, I actually found it predictable…maybe it’s supposed to be. It’s basically a small-scale story like the kind you’d see in a stage play or something, but the quality filming makes it stand out pretty well.

4.5/5 (entertainment: 4/5, story: 4/5, film: 5/5, intellectual impact: 5/5)

Reccomendation: Yep!

This Blu-Ray looks and sounds darn near perfect!

PQ: 4.5/5, AQ: 4.5/5

[SquidPuppet]

Originally Posted by Al_The_Strange

Next greatest blind-buy: “Ansiktet,” aka “The Magician.”

[Show spoiler]This is only the second film I’ve seen by Ingmar Bergman (the first being “The Seventh Seal,” which took a couple of viewings to fully appreciate). I got this thinking it might be a good compliment for “The Illusionist” and “The Prestige.” And ultimately I still think it could be; all three films have similar subject manner, they’re all period dramas, and they all have some interesting themes concerning reality and illusions.

But while “The Illusionist” has a swell story and “The Prestige” managed to be entertaining and stylish, I’d consider “The Magician” to be the best cinematically. Its imagery is very strong, at least as strong as “The Seventh Seal” if not better. It has excellent performances, not only by Max Von Sydow, but everyone else as well. Production value appears to be good.

What I think really makes this film stand out is the philosophy behind it. The interplay between reality and illusions is strongly represented, and it goes on to drive bigger and deeper themes throughout. It goes on to portray liars and deceivers; the whole story is littered with instances where deception causes a reaction. It goes on to suggest that a greater truth, not only in reality but metaphysically as well, is elusive. And ultimately, this becomes a film that brings up intriguing questions about God, the human race, human existence, and all reality in general. And at the same time, I think the movie is meant to criticize moviemaking in general (“all apparatus, little meaning,” hmm ). The writing in this movie is fantastic; there are a lot of insightful lines and interesting dialogue throughout.

As far as the story goes, there’s not much conflict driving it, but it has some interesting moments and it manages to maintain adequate pacing. I think it kinda drags; not that it’s boring, but the story becomes situated in one place and focuses so much on character settling down and doing their thing. When the final mystery unfolds itself, I actually found it predictable…maybe it’s supposed to be. It’s basically a small-scale story like the kind you’d see in a stage play or something, but the quality filming makes it stand out pretty well.

4.5/5 (entertainment: 4/5, story: 4/5, film: 5/5, intellectual impact: 5/5)

This Blu-Ray looks and sounds darn near perfect!

PQ: 4.5/5, AQ: 4.5/5

Thanks Al. Sounds good.

[lDlisturb3d]

Originally Posted by Al_The_Strange

Next greatest blind-buy: “Ansiktet,” aka “The Magician.”

[Show spoiler]This is only the second film I’ve seen by Ingmar Bergman (the first being “The Seventh Seal,” which took a couple of viewings to fully appreciate). I got this thinking it might be a good compliment for “The Illusionist” and “The Prestige.” And ultimately I still think it could be; all three films have similar subject manner, they’re all period dramas, and they all have some interesting themes concerning reality and illusions.

But while “The Illusionist” has a swell story and “The Prestige” managed to be entertaining and stylish, I’d consider “The Magician” to be the best cinematically. Its imagery is very strong, at least as strong as “The Seventh Seal” if not better. It has excellent performances, not only by Max Von Sydow, but everyone else as well. Production value appears to be good.

What I think really makes this film stand out is the philosophy behind it. The interplay between reality and illusions is strongly represented, and it goes on to drive bigger and deeper themes throughout. It goes on to portray liars and deceivers; the whole story is littered with instances where deception causes a reaction. It goes on to suggest that a greater truth, not only in reality but metaphysically as well, is elusive. And ultimately, this becomes a film that brings up intriguing questions about God, the human race, human existence, and all reality in general. And at the same time, I think the movie is meant to criticize moviemaking in general (“all apparatus, little meaning,” hmm ). The writing in this movie is fantastic; there are a lot of insightful lines and interesting dialogue throughout.

As far as the story goes, there’s not much conflict driving it, but it has some interesting moments and it manages to maintain adequate pacing. I think it kinda drags; not that it’s boring, but the story becomes situated in one place and focuses so much on character settling down and doing their thing. When the final mystery unfolds itself, I actually found it predictable…maybe it’s supposed to be. It’s basically a small-scale story like the kind you’d see in a stage play or something, but the quality filming makes it stand out pretty well.

4.5/5 (entertainment: 4/5, story: 4/5, film: 5/5, intellectual impact: 5/5)

This Blu-Ray looks and sounds darn near perfect!

PQ: 4.5/5, AQ: 4.5/5

This is great news as i also blind bought this one. I've got some ahead of the list but i cant wait to view this. Thanks and good review bud!

[vega2K]

Storyline (IMDb):
Based on a true story, North Face is a suspenseful adventure film about a competition to climb the most dangerous rock face in the Alps. Set in 1936, as Nazi propaganda urges the nation's Alpinists to conquer the unclimbed north face of the Swiss massif - the Eiger - two reluctant German climbers begin their daring ascent.

My Take:
Once you get past the beginning 10-15 minutes (a bit slow), this movie kicks @$$! Hard to believe that this was based on a true story and that people dared to face the elements with the gear and protection they had in the 30's - talk about extreme sports in the 30's! The movie is very entertaining once the mountain climbing begins. It has some awesome visuals, which leaves you scratching your head because they look so real and beautiful. The story is what it is (based on actual events), the acting is okay based on the expressions and body language (since the movie is subtitled, hard to guage the delivery). A lot of adventure, a bit of a love story and a lot of balls to go around. The ending was

[Show spoiler]depressing, but again it's based on a true story

.

I recommend it as a great foreign film!

PQ: 4.5/5
AQ: 3.5/5 (a lot of wind howling )

Movie: 4/5

[SquidPuppet]

Originally Posted by Gandalf Stormcrow

I wanted to see him actually fight Achilles, he wouldn't have been able to run away from Achilles to get help from Hector in that case.

That would have been an 8 second duel.