'new world' what do you think? - Blu-ray Forum

loco · 01-23-2010, 12:18 PM

Has anyone seen New World? with collin farrel and christian bale.

looks interesting enough. need opinions before i plonk down the cash.

#Darren · 01-23-2010, 12:20 PM

I was very disappointed with it.

Belloche · 01-23-2010, 12:34 PM

I would rent it first because you'll either love it or not be interested in it all. If you are interested in film as art every frame of it is absolutely gorgeous.

varmintx · 01-23-2010, 12:37 PM

The New World :: rogerebert.com :: Reviews

#Darren · 01-23-2010, 01:10 PM

I am a fan of several films which use a style similar to that which this one ATTEMPTS to use, but I was very dissapointed with this film. I think the director had high artistic goals but fell short of them - giving us neither a great traditional epic nor a great artistic film.

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Originally Posted by bbalff

It's an extremely beautiful movie, both visually and emotionally. However a lot of members around here seem to be more into movies like X-Men Origins: Wolverine and Paul Blart, so if that's your cup of tea then don't even bother.

atlantamoi · 01-23-2010, 01:15 PM

Chalk me up as another person who loved this movie. Incredible photography and music. I'd have to agree that this one is polarizing from the differing opinions I've seen. A rental might be better first.

Porkchop Express · 01-23-2010, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Belloche

I would rent it first because you'll either love it or not be interested in it all. If you are interested in film as art every frame of it is absolutely gorgeous.

Well said. It's very hit or miss. I'm glad I own it, however I did rent it first which you should do as well.

Moviefan1203 · 01-23-2010, 05:21 PM

The extended cut of The New World is a truly sensational film that I cannot recommend enough. No Blu-ray library is complete without having this film in it.

Squall835 · 01-23-2010, 05:34 PM

I'm a huge fan of The Thin Red Line, but I really didn't enjoy The New World very much. It is a visually gorgeous film, but by the end of the movie, I only had a vague notion of what the film was really about. I would also recommend renting first.

jjbsn5192 · 01-23-2010, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bbalff

It's an extremely beautiful movie, both visually and emotionally. However a lot of members around here seem to be more into movies like X-Men Origins: Wolverine and Paul Blart, so if that's your cup of tea then don't even bother.

both of those movie's were good man.. but i have wanted to see

New World

jhiggy23 · 01-23-2010, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by iDarren

I am a fan of several films which use a style similar to that which this one ATTEMPTS to use, but I was very dissapointed with this film. I think the director had high artistic goals but fell short of them - giving us neither a great traditional epic nor a great artistic film.

I studied the film for two years when writing my thesis on Malick's films and I can honestly say that in no way shape or form did Malick fall short of his perceived goals. He wasn't trying to make a traditional epic and he wasn't trying to make an artistic film.

I don't dismiss your distaste for the film because lets face it, how many ppl really have the time to study a film or director in depth? So, while I believe the film to be an utter masterpiece, I would highly recommend a rental first for a potential buyer. Malick's films are not for everyone.

That being said, the PQ is one of the top 5 on blu.

OhDamaso · 01-23-2010, 06:36 PM

Incredible movie, incredible looking blu-ray. Absolute gem as far as I'm concerned.

haphilli · 01-23-2010, 11:05 PM

I love this movie but I can understand it not being for everyone. There is not a whole lot of action in it but the visuals are absolutely beautiful. It is a very elegant film.

miller_time22 · 01-24-2010, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by loco

Has anyone seen New World? with collin farrel and christian bale.

looks interesting enough. need opinions before i plonk down the cash.

Have you seen any of the other films by Terrence Malick? If not, it might be best to rent this as opposed to blind buying as his films (in particular this one it seems, IMHO), can be very polarizing and his work is certainly not for everyone (although extremely rewarding for those who have an interest).

Jhouston · 01-26-2010, 03:48 AM

About one of the worse movie I have EVER SEEN!!

Mr. Joshua · 01-26-2010, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Belloche

I would rent it first because you'll either love it or not be interested in it all. If you are interested in film as art every frame of it is absolutely gorgeous.

I agree. Slow paced movie, interesting if you like history. Gorgeous scenery.

Mr. Joshua · 01-26-2010, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Moviefan1203

The extended cut of The New World is a truly sensational film that I cannot recommend enough. No Blu-ray library is complete without having this film in it.

Agree!

Sussudio · 01-26-2010, 04:00 AM

Breathtaking movie full of typical Malick trademarks...definitely not for everyone, especially those with little patience or short attention spans. This is a movie whose plot, just like its cinematography, must be soaked up. There isn't much to listen to because the story is mostly in the visuals. Disappointing how so many seem to have trouble with this type of movie, but different strokes for different folks.

loco · 01-26-2010, 04:55 AM

well is it like australia? which again is a bit of a drag, but I enjoy it because the cinematography is superb and the blu ray is a great demo for video and audio. The australian outback never looked so good.

Mr. Joshua · 01-26-2010, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Jhouston

About one of the worse movie I have EVER SEEN!!

Nah not bad as Gamer or Pandorum...

01-23-2010, 12:18 PM	#1
loco Member Member since:Jul 2009 Blu-ray collection:110 Blu-ray reviews:1	'new world' what do you think? Has anyone seen New World? with collin farrel and christian bale. looks interesting enough. need opinions before i plonk down the cash.

01-26-2010, 04:00 AM	#18
Sussudio Blu-ray Champion Member since:Sep 2008 Blu-ray collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:11	Breathtaking movie full of typical Malick trademarks...definitely not for everyone, especially those with little patience or short attention spans. This is a movie whose plot, just like its cinematography, must be soaked up. There isn't much to listen to because the story is mostly in the visuals. Disappointing how so many seem to have trouble with this type of movie, but different strokes for different folks. Last edited by Sussudio; 01-26-2010 at 08:40 PM.

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01-23-2010, 12:20 PM	#2
#Darren Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Blu-ray collection:1471 Blu-ray reviews: 62	I was very disappointed with it.

01-23-2010, 12:34 PM	#3
Belloche Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Nova Scotia, Canada Blu-ray collection:403 DVD collection:11 Trading Score:3	I would rent it first because you'll either love it or not be interested in it all. If you are interested in film as art every frame of it is absolutely gorgeous.

01-23-2010, 12:37 PM	#4
varmintx Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Covington, KY PSN/NNID:varmintx 4K collection:8 Blu-ray collection:1002 DVD collection:199 Trading Score:5	The New World :: rogerebert.com :: Reviews

01-23-2010, 01:15 PM	#6
atlantamoi Member Member since:Feb 2009 Trading Score:13	Chalk me up as another person who loved this movie. Incredible photography and music. I'd have to agree that this one is polarizing from the differing opinions I've seen. A rental might be better first.

01-23-2010, 05:21 PM	#8
Moviefan1203 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Pennsylvania, USA Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:45	The extended cut of The New World is a truly sensational film that I cannot recommend enough. No Blu-ray library is complete without having this film in it.

01-23-2010, 05:34 PM	#9
Squall835 Senior Member Member since:Apr 2009 Location:Madison, WI 4K collection:2 Blu-ray collection:128 Digital collection:165 Trading Score:77	I'm a huge fan of The Thin Red Line, but I really didn't enjoy The New World very much. It is a visually gorgeous film, but by the end of the movie, I only had a vague notion of what the film was really about. I would also recommend renting first.

01-23-2010, 06:36 PM	#12
OhDamaso Expert Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Feb 2009 Home Theater Gallery:29 Blu-ray collection:12 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:50	Incredible movie, incredible looking blu-ray. Absolute gem as far as I'm concerned.

01-23-2010, 11:05 PM	#13
haphilli Active Member Member since:May 2009 Home Theater Gallery:17 Blu-ray collection:408 Blu-ray reviews:2	I love this movie but I can understand it not being for everyone. There is not a whole lot of action in it but the visuals are absolutely beautiful. It is a very elegant film.

01-26-2010, 03:48 AM	#15
Jhouston Active Member Member since:Aug 2009 Blu-ray collection:167 Blu-ray reviews:44	About one of the worse movie I have EVER SEEN!!

01-26-2010, 04:55 AM	#19
loco Member Member since:Jul 2009 Blu-ray collection:110 Blu-ray reviews:1	well is it like australia? which again is a bit of a drag, but I enjoy it because the cinematography is superb and the blu ray is a great demo for video and audio. The australian outback never looked so good.

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